Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 15th, Clay County District Schools is celebrating Purple Up! Day. We’re wearing purple to show our military-connected students that we see them, we support them, and we’re proud of them.
Whether it’s a purple shirt, a purple ribbon, or even purple socks—let’s show our military families how much Clay County cares!
#PurpleUp #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #ClayCountyProud #CCDS #MilitaryKids
Is your child currently enrolled in VPK for the 2025–2026 school year? If so, they may be eligible for this FREE summer learning opportunity!
Clay County District Schools is excited to offer our VPK Summer Bridge Program, designed to help students build the skills they need for a strong start in kindergarten!
📅 Registration opens April 20, 2026
⚠️ Important: Your child must be currently enrolled in VPK during the 2025–2026 school year to be eligible for this program.
This program provides targeted support to help students strengthen early learning skills, build confidence, and feel ready for day one of kindergarten.
Learn more about eligibility and register: oneclay.net/o/ccds/page/vpk-bridge
#OneClay #VPK #KindergartenReady
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🎡 IT’S OFFICIALLY FAIR DAY, CLAY COUNTY! 🎠✨
The gates are opening soon and we want to see YOU there! Don't forget that TODAY, April 10th, is the day to celebrate our amazing students and staff.
🎟️ FREE ENTRY from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM for:
Students (18 & under)
CCDS Teachers & Staff
⚠️ IMPORTANT: You must have your Employee ID ready at the gate to claim your free admission!
Grab your friends, grab your ID, and we’ll see you at the Fairgrounds for a day of food, fun, and memories! 🍭🐄
#ClayCountyFair #OneClay #FairDay2026 #CCDS #FreeEntry
It’s time for one of our favorite traditions at Clay County District Schools—Elementary Graduation Walks! Before you walk across the big stage, we’re inviting you to walk the halls of your elementary school one more time. Reconnect with former teachers, take photos, and get cheered on by the next generation of graduates!
The Details:
📍 Where: Any CCDS elementary school.
🎓 Attire: You MUST wear your cap and gown to participate.
🗓️ When: Only at designated dates and times set by each elementary school.
✅ Action Item: Coordinate with your high school Senior Sponsors to confirm your participation!
Check the full schedule of dates and times for each school here: 🔗 oneclay.net/gradwalks
We can't wait to see our seniors back in the halls where their journey started. Let’s make some memories!
#CCDS #ClassOf2026 #GradWalks #ClayCountySchools #FullCircleMoment
🎡 NO SCHOOL TOMORROW: It’s Fair Day! 🎠✨
Good evening, Clay County families! As you're winding down your Thursday, we wanted to send a quick reminder about tomorrow's schedule so you can plan your "Fair Day" fun!
Tomorrow, Friday, April 10th, is Fair Day!
🍎 Students & Teachers: Enjoy your day off! Students (18 & under), Teachers, and School Board Employees get in FREE from 10 AM – 12 PM.
🏢 District Offices: Please note that our administrative offices will remain open for normal business hours tomorrow.
Whether you're there for the ferris wheel, the livestock, or (of course) the fair food, we hope our families have a safe and wonderful day making memories together! 🍭🎡
Enjoy the long weekend, Clay County!
#ClayCountySchools #OneClay #FairDay2026 #ClayCountyFair #NoSchool #Community
New Worlds Reading sends free books and activities straight to Florida families, helping students build confidence and strong reading skills at home.
Here’s how it works:
✨ 9 free books each year (through 5th grade) — your child gets to choose!
✨ Family activities included — simple, fun ways to support reading at home
✨ Expert-selected books — curated by the UF Lastinger Center for Learning and Scholastic, in partnership with the Florida Department of Education
Who can sign up?
✔️ VPK–5th grade students
✔️ Enrolled in a Florida public, charter, or VPK program
✔️ Not yet meeting grade-level reading expectations
✔️ No income requirements!
Start building your child’s home library today: newworldsreading.com
New Worlds Reading sends free books and activities straight to Florida families, helping students build confidence and strong reading skills at home.
Here’s how it works:
✨ 9 free books each year (through 5th grade) — your child gets to choose!
✨ Family activities included — simple, fun ways to support reading at home
✨ Expert-selected books — curated by the UF Lastinger Center for Learning and Scholastic, in partnership with the Florida Department of Education
Who can sign up?
✔️ VPK–5th grade students
✔️ Enrolled in a Florida public, charter, or VPK program
✔️ Not yet meeting grade-level reading expectations
✔️ No income requirements!
Start building your child’s home library today: newworldsreading.com
We heard you, Clay County! 🗣️ After reviewing over 20,000 survey responses, the Clay County School Board has officially voted to keep our school start times unchanged for the 2026-2027 school year.
We want to extend a huge thank you to the parents, students, staff, and community members who shared their feedback. Your voice played a critical role in this decision, and the data showed a clear preference for maintaining our current schedules.
Secondary, Elementary, and Junior High bell times will remain exactly as they are now. For a full breakdown of the survey results and the final schedule, please visit our website:
🔗 oneclay.net/starttime
#OneClay #ClayCounty #BackToSchool #CommunityVoice
This is a friendly reminder that yearbook payments are due by April 17. Don’t miss out on securing a copy of this year’s memories!
💳 Payment Options:
• Online: Pay through MySchoolBucks
• Online (Lifetouch): Visit Lifetouch and use code 14950826
• Cash: Submit payment using the Lifetouch envelope that was previously sent home
📸 Yearbooks are a wonderful way to capture and cherish this school year—be sure to order yours before the deadline!
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Fehrs at amy.fehrs@myoneclay.net.
Thank you!
Clay County District Schools is hosting an All Positions Job Fair on Wednesday, May 6th! Whether you are an educator, a support professional, or looking to start a new career path in public service, we want to meet YOU.
🗓 When: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
📍 Where: Fleming Island High School
Start your journey with #OneClay and help us discover endless possibilities for the 2026-2027 school year!
🔗 Learn more and view open positions at OneClay.net/Employment
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #JobFair #EducationCareers #NowHiring #FloridaJobs
This Thursday, April 9th is a half-day. Snack Shack will be available for all PK-6th grade students. Most items are two for $3.
Our Assistant Principals play a critical role in the daily success of Clay County District Schools. From ensuring a safe and orderly learning environment to supporting our teachers and overseeing academic progress, their leadership is foundational to everything we do. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure our students have the structure and support they need to succeed.
Please join us in thanking our CCDS Assistant Principals for their unwavering commitment to excellence and our community! 🌟⭐
#OneClay #APWeek26 #CCDSStrong #SchoolLeadership #ClayCountySchools
