Clay Hill Elementary

Tiny hands, big progress! Miss Carnes' kindergarteners worked on their fine motor skills Monday through Play-Doh play! Squishing, rolling, and pinching dough strengthens little finger muscles—building the exact foundation needed for writing, cutting, and tying shoes.

Ask your child to show you their favorite Play-Doh move tonight!

#KindergartenLife #FineMotorSkills #LearningThroughPlay #HandsOnLearning

about 2 months ago, Kayelee Brantley

Multiple views of students in a classroom, working with colorful objects on tables. Tables and chairs are visible in the background.

Collage of kids sitting at tables. One child is seated at a table holding a pencil. The others are seated in chairs with arms.

Multiple photos of children sitting around a wooden table, engaging with various colored materials and objects.

Multiple children are seated at a round table. They are engaged in a classroom activity. Each child holds a stick and colored pieces of paper.

Clay Hill Parents! The August 30, 2026, edition of the Bulldog BARK Parent Newsletter is now available. Don't miss our exciting events ahead!

https://claycountysdfl.edurooms.com/newsletters/clay-hill-elementary/newsletters/bulldog-bark-parent-newsletter-august-30-2026

about 2 months ago, Adele Reed

Chuck E. Cheese stopped by Clay Hill this afternoon to remind Parents and Students to come on out to our Fundraising Night at Chuck E. Cheese, where all the fun happens!!! We cannot wait to see all of our bulldogs there!!

about 2 months ago, Kayelee Brantley

A white pickup truck drives past a person in a mascot costume. A line of people stand near a building.

A mascot stands in a parking lot directing traffic. Vehicles, trees, and a building are in the background.

Four children, one in a mouse mascot costume, stand on a sidewalk with grass and buildings in the background.

A mascot character dressed as a mouse and a child standing together on a sidewalk.

A child wearing a backpack walks on a sidewalk next to a person in a mouse costume.

Our 5th and 6th graders had an incredible time meeting McCall Hoyle, author of Sunshine State Young Reader Award (SSYRA) nominee Forever Ripley. The students loved hearing the stories behind the book, asking thoughtful questions, and learning what it truly takes to bring a story (and an unforgettable pup!) to life.

Thank you, McCall Hoyle, for visiting our school and sparking so much reading and writing joy!

about 2 months ago, Allyson Lowans

Clay Hill Parents! We can't wait to see you at this Friday's first C.H.E. Night at Chuck E. Cheese! Join us for all the great food, games, and fun at one of our favorite Orange Park locations, and help support our school! Click the link to access awesome coupons and event information. We hope to see you there between 3 and 9 PM this Friday, August 28th.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ezP4FLlbNTsW_XhacNyROdgRgi2R_0J1/view?usp=drive_link

about 2 months ago, Adele Reed

Lead. Collaborate. Inspire. Join the Superintendent's Advisory Councils! 🙌

Applications are officially OPEN for the 2026–2027 Superintendent’s Teacher Advisory Council (STAC) and Student Advisory Council (SSAC)! 🎉

This is your opportunity to collaborate directly with district leadership, share your perspective, and help shape the future of our schools. Whether you're in the classroom teaching or learning, your voice matters!💡✨

Head over to our website to check out everything you need to know before applying:

📋 Council overview & goals
⭐ Eligibility criteria & expectations
🗓️ Meeting schedules

📅 Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 2

We can't wait to read your application! Click the links below to check the details and apply today:
🎓 Students (SSAC): OneClay.net/StudentAdvisoryCouncil
🍎 Teachers (STAC): OneClay.net/TeacherAdvisoryCouncil

#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #StudentVoice #TeacherLeadership #EducationMatters #LeadCollaborateInspire #ClayCounty #SchoolCommunity

about 2 months ago, Clay County District Schools

Blue chairs against a classroom backdrop. Blue and white text reads "Clay County District Schools Superintendent's Teacher & Student Advisory Councils" with a pencil and apple.

Anyone who has ever watched a five-year-old hunt for the letters of their password knows it takes a village! 😂💻
Today, Miss Carnes’ class logged into the computers for the very first time and made it onto Lexia. A huge thank you to Mrs. Watson for lending a helping hand to get all our little tech pros up and running!
Big smiles, big teamwork, and a great start to reading! 🎧💛
#KinderTech #LexiaCore5 #FirstComputerDay #TeacherTeam #MissCarnesClass

2 months ago, Kayelee Brantley

Children in a classroom, wearing headphones, using laptops at tables. One adult standing in the background.

Small children work on laptops at tables in a classroom. Colorful storage bins are behind them.

A classroom with children sitting at tables using laptops. Tables are round, chairs are plastic, and a floor mat with letters is visible.

Classroom with children seated at tables, each using laptops. A large monitor is mounted on the wall.

A classroom with students seated at round tables, using laptops and headphones, and a teacher monitor on the wall.

A classroom with children seated at tables, using laptops. A teacher stands behind them, and a projector screen is on the wall.

Mrs. Moss's first grade scientists put their senses to work during a cheesy science experiment!

Students used their sight to make observations and gather evidence during an experiment where a cheese stick was lit to look like a candle. But the real fun began when their teacher took a bite!

Using their observations and senses, students had to draw conclusions about what they were seeing and experiencing—just like real scientists do!

Hands-on experiences like this make science exciting, memorable, and meaningful. We love seeing our Bulldogs ask questions, make observations, and think like scientists!

2 months ago, Kayelee Brantley

A woman stands in front of a whiteboard showing tally marks. She holds a yellow marker.

White sheet of paper with two rectangles and a small curve line on a wooden table.

Classroom with children seated at desks, a teacher standing near a projector screen. Desks and chairs are arranged in rows.

A boy in a red shirt sits at a desk, writing on a paper with a pencil.

C.H.E. Parents! The August 23 edition of the Bulldog BARK Parent Newsletter is now available! Included in this week's newsletter is our annual Title I Parents' Right to Know. Use the link embedded in the newsletter to learn more about Title I and how your child benefits! Don't miss our upcoming events and updates! Have a great week!

https://claycountysdfl.edurooms.com/newsletters/clay-hill-elementary/newsletters/bulldog-bark-parent-newsletter-august-23-2026

2 months ago, Adele Reed

Calling all CHE Safety Patrol students! 👋

We’re hosting a welcome meeting for all new and returning members on Monday, August 24th at 7:45 AM in Ms. Watson's classroom (Room 702).

Please note that both the student and a parent need to attend. We look forward to seeing everyone there!

2 months ago, Clay Hill Elementary School

A poster with two children in hard hats and safety vests walking together. Text reads: "CHE SAFETY PATROL".

2 months ago, Clay County District Schools

Your support helps us reward positive behavior, encourage good choices, and celebrate our CHE students everyday!

2 months ago, Kayelee Brantley

An advertisement poster with red and yellow colors. It reads "Today is Double Match Day!" with a $20 donation turning into $40.

Too hot to play outside? No problem! Mrs. Gomes's class brought the fun inside! Our students beat the heat with indoor recess, teamwork, laughter, and a whole lot of fun!

2 months ago, Kayelee Brantley

A child and a girl play with wooden blocks on a floor with a checkered pattern.

Children seated at desks in a classroom, one using a tablet, the other with coloring tools and toys.

A group of children are sitting around a wooden table, facing each other and talking. Some wear backpacks.

The August 16, 2026 edition of the Bulldog BARK Parent Newsletter is now available! Check out this week's updates at https://claycountysdfl.edurooms.com/newsletters/clay-hill-elementary/newsletters/bulldog-bark-parent-newsletter-august-16-2026. Have a great week, Bulldogs!

2 months ago, Adele Reed

CHE parents, buses are leaving campus now!

2 months ago, Adele Reed

Parents, Clay Hill elementary school is still sheltering in place due to lighting in the area. We are hoping to get things moving within the next 10 to 15 minutes. We will keep you posted.

2 months ago, Adele Reed

Join us for Clay County Day with the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp on Sunday, August 30th at 2:05 pm! ⚾🧢🦐

Bring the whole family out for a day at the ballpark and enjoy special discounted tickets exclusively for our Clay County community. ❤️

Purchase discounted tickets here: gofevo.com/event/Claycounty37

Sunday Family FUNday Activities Include:
• Catch on the field at the Baptist Health Centerfield Plaza during the first 20 minutes after gates open
• Complimentary pre-game face painting
• Complimentary balloon animals
• Kids run the bases after the game once the field is clear

Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate Clay County while enjoying a great day of baseball, family fun, and community spirit with the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp.

#OneClaySports #OneClay #JumboShrimp #Baseball

2 months ago, Clay County District Schools

Clay County Day event advertisement. A mascot in pink with an antenna, giving a thumbs up. Date: Sunday, Aug 30, 2020, time: 2:05 PM.

C.H.E. Parents! We're having a Fabulous Fri-YAY here at Clay Hill, but we are monitoring the heat index and the possibility of afternoon pop-up thunderstorms. While predictions vary among weather outlets, the possibility of storms during our regular dismissal time does exist today. Please remember that when lightning is in the area, we shelter in place, and dismissal delays may result. We ask that you continue to monitor the local radar and afternoon forecast, and plan your child's afternoon transportation arrangements accordingly. Thanks for your diligence and your patience should dismissal disruptions occur, and keep those fingers crossed that storms will stay away today!

2 months ago, Adele Reed

Fifth and Sixth Grade had a great morning reviewing PAWS expectations with Mrs. Reed and Mrs. Wright.

These students are ready to be great role models for our younger Bulldogs!

#WelcomeBackBulldogs

2 months ago, Clay Hill Elementary School

A group of people in a corridor, two women are writing on a door while others watch.

Two young people write on a sign next to a window, with one holding a pen and the other looking on.

Four children stand in a hallway with two open doors. One boy smiles. A brick wall is on the right.

A room with tables and benches. Banners reading "Wise Choices" and "A" are hanging on the wall.

Four children in a hallway, two boys and two girls, standing together and smiling, one girl leaning against a wall.

A classroom setting with a woman at a podium, screen, and students seated at tables.

Room with tables and benches; a woman stands and addresses seated students in a cafeteria setting.

Three students stand by a door, one writing on a board, another looking out the window.

A group of four young children in a room. They are looking at and writing on a large white board.

A group of students stands in front of a door with a screen and writing, discussing.

First Day of Kindergarten for Ms. Carnes's Class!

Look at those sweet smiles!

#welcomebackbulldogs

2 months ago, Kayelee Brantley

A young girl holds a framed certificate in front of a backdrop with a blackboard, globe, and American flag.

A young girl holding a framed certificate stands on a stage, with a backdrop of a blackboard and a brick wall.

A young girl in a pink dress holds a certificate against a backdrop with letters ABC.

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A child holds a framed certificate before a backdrop with bricks, a globe, and "ABC" letters.

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A group of children posing in a classroom, with one sitting on the floor, against a black backdrop.