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Words of Wisdom: Stronger Together

Virtual learning offers flexibility and independence, but independence doesn’t mean doing it alone.

One of the most important habits our students can develop is learning to reach out when they have a question, need clarification, or feel stuck. A quick conversation with a teacher can often prevent a small question from becoming a bigger frustration.

We want our students to know that asking for help is part of being a successful learner. Our CVA teachers are here to answer questions, explain concepts, talk through assignments, and help students find a path forward.

Families can help reinforce this, too. When your student says, “I don’t understand this,” encourage their next thought to be, “I’m going to reach out to my teacher.”

Ask questions. Get support. Stay connected.
That partnership between students, families, and teachers is what makes us Stronger Together.

Let's continue to - Dream. Achieve. Soar.
about 10 hours ago, Clay Virtual Academy
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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
5 days ago, Clay County District Schools
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“Success doesn’t come from what you do occasionally. It comes from what you do consistently.”

As we head into our second week at CVA, remember that you don't have to have everything figured out yet. You don't have to be perfect, and you don't have to do everything at once.

What matters is that you keep showing up.

Log in. Check your pace. Complete the next assignment. Ask your teacher for help when you need it. Then come back and do it again tomorrow.

One of the greatest benefits of virtual learning is flexibility, but with that flexibility comes responsibility. The small choices you make each day will add up over time.

So, if your first week didn't go exactly as planned, that's okay. Today is a new opportunity to get back on track. And if you had a great first week, keep that momentum going!

At CVA, success isn't about being perfect. It's about making progress, one day and one assignment at a time.

Make it a great day or not; the choice is yours!

7 days ago, Clay Virtual Academy
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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

10 days ago, Clay County District Schools
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🎓 Ready to chart your path after graduation? Clay County high school juniors, seniors, and their families are invited to College & Career Night 2026!

Whether your goal is to Enroll, Enlist, or become Employed, come explore your options and get inspired for the future.

Event Details:

📅 Date: Tuesday, September 1, 2026

⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 Location: Clay County Fairgrounds (2463 SR 16 West, Green Cove Springs, FL 32043)

🎁 Bonus: Pre-registered students will be entered into a drawing to win a gift card!

🎟️ Pre-Register by August 28: https://forms.gle/rppAwv9N2SFQXwoC7

#ClayCounty #ClayCountySchools #CollegeAndCareer #EnrollEnlistEmploy #ClassOf2027 #ClassOf2028 #FutureReady
10 days ago, Clay County District Schools
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Clay County Teens — Want Your Driver’s License? Start Here!

Ready to get one step closer to the driver’s seat? Florida requires teens to complete a classroom Driver Education course before taking the written knowledge exam, and Clay Virtual Academy can help you get it done!

Why take Driver Education through CVA?

- FREE for Clay County students
- Complete the required Driver Education course virtually and work around your schedule
- Earn a B or higher, and you may qualify for a car insurance discount
- Learn from local Clay County teachers who are here to support you
- Recommended for ages 14.5 -17
- Enroll anytime throughout the year
- Earn high school credit while preparing to become a safe, responsible driver
- And yes… the course can be completed in as little as 14 days!

✅ Ready to enroll?

Click here: https://enroll.flvs.net/?source=cvsEnroll/header

Be sure to select Clay as your county and choose either Public or Home Education (whichever applies to you).

Start safe. Start smart. Start with Clay Virtual Academy.

11 days ago, Clay Virtual Academy
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Clay County Teens — Want Your Driver’s License? Start Here!

Ready to get one step closer to the driver’s seat? Florida requires teens to complete a classroom Driver Education course before taking the written knowledge exam, and Clay Virtual Academy can help you get it done!

Why take Driver Education through CVA?

💰 FREE for Clay County students

💻 Complete the required Driver Education course virtually and work around your schedule

💸 Earn a B or higher, and you may qualify for a car insurance discount

🧑‍🏫 Learn from local Clay County teachers who are here to support you

👤 Recommended for ages 14.5 -17

🎓 Earn high school credit while preparing to become a safe, responsible driver

⏱️ And yes… the course can be completed in as little as 14 days!

✅ Ready to enroll?

Click here: https://enroll.flvs.net/?source=cvsEnroll/header

Be sure to select Clay as your county and choose either Public or Home Education (whichever applies to you).

Start safe. Start smart. Start with Clay Virtual Academy.
11 days ago, Clay County District Schools
A poster shows a person in a black car with "Get Road Ready" and "FREE Driver Education" on it.
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
12 days ago, Clay County District Schools
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Join Our School Advisory Council

Have a voice in the future of Clay Virtual Academy! We invite parents, guardians, and students to serve on our School Advisory Council (SAC). The SAC provides valuable input on school improvement efforts and helps strengthen the partnership between our school and families.

All meetings are held virtually via Google Meet at 2:00 p.m.

2026–2027 Meeting Dates:

September 21, 2026
November 30, 2026
January 25, 2027
April 12, 2027

If you are interested in serving on the School Advisory Council, please complete the interest form by September 11, 2026.

Click here to join: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf9Vvw8gMKX0nQmGd7Uapbs1S5dF5I9tZUp5lBz8qgMhOZjYQ/viewform

12 days ago, Clay Virtual Academy
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CVA STUDENT SPOTLIGHT: OLIVER!

We love celebrating our students both inside and outside the virtual classroom!

Oliver, one of our Clay Virtual Academy full-time 6th graders, spent part of his summer in Orlando participating in the FLVS Club Awards! One of the best parts? Oliver had the opportunity to connect with and make new friends from all across Florida! Moments like these are a great reminder that virtual learning can open the door to connections, friendships, and experiences that extend far beyond the screen.

We cannot wait to see all that Oliver accomplishes this year in 6th grade!

Way to represent, Oliver! Keep dreaming, achieving, and soaring!
12 days ago, Clay Virtual Academy
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Four young individuals sit on the floor, surrounded by unwrapped presents. One holds a gift, while another has red dye on their head.
A boy stands in front of a balloon arch and banner with text "I AM FLY".
Boy and woman stand before a table. The table displays a bulletin board with the title "Fifth Grade Cooking Club."
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We love seeing our CVA students starting the new school year! A big shoutout to Oliver as he begins 6th grade at Clay Virtual Academy! We are so excited to have you as part of our CVA family and can’t wait to see all that you accomplish this year.

Here’s to a great year of learning, growing, and reaching new goals, Oliver!
13 days ago, Clay Virtual Academy
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The first day of school may look a little different at CVA, but the excitement is still the same! Maxximus is officially kicking off his 8th-grade year with Clay Virtual Academy, and we love seeing that first-day smile!

Thank you to his family for sharing this special moment with us. We are excited to see all that Maxximus will accomplish this school year.

📸 CVA families, we want to see your first-day photos, too! Send your photos to Ms. Murphy at becky.murphy@myoneclay.net so we can celebrate our students as they begin the 2026–2027 school year!
13 days ago, Clay Virtual Academy
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Happy First Day of School, Clay Virtual Academy!

Today marks the beginning of a brand-new school year filled with opportunities to learn, grow, and achieve amazing things. Whether you're joining us for the very first time or returning for another year, we are so excited to have you as part of the CVA family!

As you begin your first day of learning, remember that your teachers, counselors, and staff are here to support you every step of the way. We can't wait to see all that you'll accomplish this year.

13 days ago, Clay Virtual Academy
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🎒 Welcome Back, OneClay Students! 🎒

The wait is officially over—our hallways, classrooms, and campuses are buzzing with excitement because our students are back on campus! The energy across the district is absolutely electric today, and we could not be more thrilled to welcome you back for the 2026-2027 school year! ✨🏫

You are walking through our doors today as absolute history-makers! Last year, our incredible students, educators, and staff smashed records by achieving the HIGHEST points total in our district’s history, while proudly maintaining our prestigious A-rating since 2018. We are so proud of everything you’ve achieved, and we know this year is going to be even bigger, brighter, and better! 📈💪

Whether you are stepping onto a new campus for the first time or returning to continue your journey, we are so incredibly glad you are here. Your smiles, your potential, and your dreams are the true heartbeat of this district. Let's get ready for an amazing year of learning, growing, and Discovering Endless Possibilities together!

Have the absolute best first day, Team OneClay! Let’s do this! ✏️

❤️ Show your excitement: Give this post a like to celebrate Day 1 and wish our students an incredible year ahead!

#WelcomeBackOneClay #OneClayStudents #BackToSchool2026 #ClayCountySchools #FLEducation #DiscoveringEndlessPossibilities

13 days ago, Clay County District Schools
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The backpacks are packed, and the alarms are set! 🎒⏰

As our students head back to class tomorrow morning for the first day of the new school year, it’s the perfect time for a quick refresher on getting to school safely. Whether you walk, ride, or drive, we all play a part in keeping our school community safe.

Check out these tips to help us all arrive safe:

🚶‍♂️ WALK SAFE!

Heads Up, Phone Down! Stay alert and aware of your surroundings.

Use sidewalks and cross only at corners and crosswalks.

Look LEFT-RIGHT-LEFT before crossing.

Be seen!

🚲 RIDE SAFE! (Bikes, E-Bikes, & E-Scooters)

Helmet On: Wear a helmet—it’s the LAW for riders under 16!

Obey all traffic laws, stop signs, and traffic lights.

Ride with traffic, stay off your phone, and yield to walkers on the sidewalk.

E-Riders: You are fast and quiet. Drivers don't always expect you—be extra alert and slow down at intersections!

🚌 BUS SAFE!

Wait in a safe place well away from the road.

Board or cross ONLY when the driver gives you the "OK" signal.

Stay seated and keep the aisle clear.

Drivers: Please review the "School Bus Safety Rules" graphic below so you know exactly when you MUST stop!

🚗 DRIVE SAFE!

Slow down, especially in school zones.

Expect the unexpected—look twice for kids at every intersection, driveway, and crosswalk.

Give bicyclists at least 3 feet of clearance.

Put the phone away, no texting, and focus on the road.

Let's work together to make the first day back a safe one. Share this post with your students and neighbors to help spread the word!

Be Seen. Be Smart. Be Safe.

We can't wait to see you tomorrow! 📚✨
14 days ago, Clay County District Schools
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A huge thank you to our amazing Curriculum Specialists, Gayle Weaver and Natalie Sessions, for leading professional learning with our CVA teachers during pre-planning last week!

Gayle and Natalie provided our teachers with practical tools and strategies to make learning more accessible and strengthen student support. One of the highlights was developing interactive pace charts that organize course resources, help videos, module reviews, notes, and assignment supports right where students need them throughout their course.

They also worked with our team to strengthen teacher support and feedback through monthly connections and classroom visits, as well as tools to help teachers better serve our Flex students.

We are incredibly thankful for Gayle and Natalie’s leadership, expertise, and commitment to supporting our teachers and students. They are an important part of what makes our CVA family so special!

14 days ago, Clay Virtual Academy
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🎒 The First Day of School is Tuesday, August 11th! 🎒

Clay County families, we are so excited to welcome our students back for the 2026–2027 school year! To ensure your family is set up for a smooth and stress-free first day, please take a moment to review all essential information on our back-to-school hub:

👉 OneClay.net/BackToSchool

Here is a quick checklist of what to double-check before Tuesday morning:

⏰ School Start & End Times: Verify exact bell schedules and arrival times for your student's specific campus.

🚌 Transportation & Bus Information: Confirm bus route numbers, pickup/drop-off times, and stop locations.

🍎 Breakfast & Lunch Details: Check cafeteria menus, meal prices, and meal account setups.

📱 Communication & Focus Portal: Ensure you have downloaded the OneClay Focus app to access schedules, grades, and attendance, and check that your primary OneClay app is updated for direct messaging and school announcements.

📝 Supplies & Calendars: Review grade-level supply lists and save important academic calendar dates.

We can’t wait to see our students back in the classroom! Let's make this year extraordinary. ✨

#OneClay #BackToSchool #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #DiscoveringEndlessPossibilities
14 days ago, Clay County District Schools
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🚌 How to Find Your Student’s Bus Info on the Chipmunk App 📱

Clay County families, getting ready for the school bus is quick and easy! Follow these simple steps to view your student’s bus number, route, and stop location.

🔑 Login Credentials Your BusPlanner Parent Portal login and Chipmunk App login are identical! Use the exact same username and password for both platforms.

💻 Prefer Using a Web Browser? You can also view your child's transportation information online at sdcc.mybusplanner.com

📲 Step-by-Step App Guide:

1️⃣ Log In – Open the Chipmunk App and sign in. You’ll automatically land on the ETA page (note: ETA live tracking begins on the first day of school).

2️⃣ Select "My Students" – Tap the My Students icon on the bottom toolbar.

3️⃣ Choose Your Student – Tap your child's name from the account list.

4️⃣ View Details – Quickly confirm their school, grade, and address.

5️⃣ Select "Transportation" – Tap the Transportation icon at the bottom of the details page.

6️⃣ View Bus Info – You'll now see your bus number, route details, and exact bus stop location! 📍

🔄 Have more than one student? Simply tap the < Back arrow at the top left to return to your student list and view the next schedule!

🛠️ Troubleshooting Tips:

Log out and back in to refresh your account data

⏳ Reminder: Transportation details are updated regularly, so keep checking back if your route information isn't visible right away!

🌐 For More Information: Visit our district transportation page at oneclay.net/bus for updates, support, and extra details.

#ClayCounty #OneClay #BackToSchool #SchoolBus #ChipmunkApp
17 days ago, Clay County District Schools
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🌟 Making a difference starts with YOU! Become a OneClay Volunteer! 🌟

At Clay County District Schools, the safety and security of our students is our top priority! 🛡️ To ensure a safe learning environment for everyone while welcoming our amazing community, we’ve updated our volunteer procedures.

Whether you’re chaperoning a field trip, helping in the classroom, or cheering on our student-athletes, we have a spot for you! We’ve introduced two tiers of volunteering (Level 1 & Level 2) with tailored screening processes to keep our campuses secure. 🏫💙

📌 Returning Volunteer Update:

Previous Level 1 Volunteers: Because our process has changed, you will need to reapply for this school year.

Current Level 2 Volunteers: You’re all set! If your 5-year clearance is still active, you do not need to reapply.

Check out the flyer below for details on which level is right for you, and visit our website to start your application today:
🔗 oneclay.net/volunteer

Thank you for partnering with OneClay to support student success! 🍎📚

#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #Volunteer #Community #StudentSafety
18 days ago, Clay County District Schools
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Parents need school supplies, too! 🎒📱

To help you stay connected, these are the official apps for Clay County District Schools. Pick and choose only the tools that fit your family's routine—for instance, if your student doesn't ride the bus, you can skip Chipmunk! Plus, if you prefer using a computer or browser, every single service can also be accessed online without downloading an app.

📝 FOCUS (Academics & Attendance): Monitor grades, view class schedules, and track daily attendance.

📢 OneClay App (School & District Communications): Stay up to date with school news, club announcements, and direct messaging with staff.

🚌 Chipmunk Bus Tracker (Transportation Updates): View real-time bus locations, estimated arrival times, and delay notifications (only needed for bus riders).

💰 My School Bucks (School Fees & Payments): Manage meal balances, athletic fees, club dues, field trip expenses, and yearbook purchases.

🎟️ GoFan (Event Tickets): Buy digital tickets for athletic games and school events right from your phone.

📲 Access web portals, setup guides, and download links at OneClay.net/5Apps.

#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #CCDS #BackToSchool #ParentToolkit
19 days ago, Clay County District Schools
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