
Clay County District Schools is proud to observe Red Ribbon Week from October 23rd–31st!
This year’s national theme is "Make A Difference. Be A Hero. Stay Drug Free.™" 🌟
Red Ribbon Week highlights the importance of making healthy, positive choices and empowering our students to live drug-free lives. Throughout the week, our OneClay campuses will join together in promoting drug awareness, healthy habits, and supportive environments where every student can thrive.
Together, as a community, we can inspire our youth to stand strong, support one another, and be heroes in their everyday lives! 💙
🌐 Learn more and access family resources at redribbon.org.
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #RedRibbonWeek #BeAHeroStayDrugFree #CCDS #HealthyChoices #RedRibbonWeek2026

Beat the election day crowds! Early voting for the 2026 General Election runs daily from October 23 through October 31, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (including weekends).
Clay County registered voters can cast their ballot at ANY of these 7 convenient locations:
Eagle Landing Residents Club – 3975 Eagle Landing Pkwy, Orange Park
Health Dept. in Fleming Island – 1845 Town Center Blvd, Fleming Island
Keystone Heights City Hall – 555 S. Lawrence Blvd, Keystone Heights
Middleburg Civic Center – 2102 Palmetto St, Middleburg
Orange Park Library – 2054 Plainfield Ave, Orange Park
Supervisor of Elections Office – 500 N. Orange Ave, Green Cove Springs
Thrasher-Horne Conf. Center – 2900 Thrasher Horne Ave, Orange Park
📬 Dropping off a Vote-by-Mail ballot? You can return your completed mail ballot to a Secure Ballot Intake Station at any early voting location during voting hours.
Check directions and view real-time wait times at EarlyVoteClay.com.

Sometimes, some of the best learning conversations happen right in the chat box!
During a recent live lesson, Ms. Hall's 10th-grade ELA students quickly reviewed figurative language before diving deeper into how authors use these literary devices to create mood and meaning. Students identified different devices, shared their own examples, and even questioned whether an example could represent more than one!
We love seeing students share ideas, think critically, and learn from one another. It's a great reminder that student voice doesn't always require a microphone! Meaningful learning and participation can happen in many ways in a virtual classroom.
Different ways to participate. Dream. Achieve. Soar!

Our next Clay County District Schools ticket opportunity is here! Join fellow faculty, staff, students, alumni, friends, and families as the Florida Gators take on Vanderbilt for another exciting game day in Gainesville.
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville
Kickoff: Time to be announced
Make plans to cheer on the Orange & Blue while supporting our schools! A portion of every ticket purchased through our special event link will be donated back to Clay County District Schools.
Get your tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Claycounty53

Congratulations to our student winners, Blue (wearing a lot of orange in front of an orange tree) AND Tramar (who made an orange unity poster to go along with his orange shirt), and our faculty winner, Mr. Gann! We hope you enjoy something delicious at Chick-fil-A.
Thank you to everyone who joined in and filled our screens with orange. Kindness matters, everyone belongs, and bullying has no place in our CVA family!



Great things are happening in Gator Country! Ms. Heather Sieger recently visited the Lakeside Junior High learning lab, connecting with students, checking on their progress, and working alongside lab facilitators to support student success.
Ms. Sieger is an incredible resource for our school-based learning labs, providing guidance, troubleshooting challenges, and helping facilitators navigate Edgenuity and CVA Flex courses. Her work strengthens the partnership between CVA and our schools while ensuring students have the support they need to keep moving forward.
Thank you, Ms. Seiger, for the expertise, dedication, and personal attention you bring to our learning labs! Your work makes a difference for both our students and the people supporting them each day.





DID YOU KNOW? Florida's driver education requirements have changed!
Students under age 18 applying for their first learner's license must now complete an approved driver education course before getting their permit.
The good news? CVA offers Driver Education! Students can begin the course as early as age 14½, giving them a head start before they're eligible for their learner's license at age 15!
🚦 Learn the rules of the road and understand what it takes to be a responsible driver.
🚘 Build safe driving habits that will last long after you earn your license.
📚 Complete the required driver education coursework and prepare for the licensing process.
🪪 Get one step closer to your learner's permit and the independence that comes with it!
At CVA, we're not just helping students earn course credits. We're helping them develop real-world skills that will serve them well beyond the virtual classroom.

🏒 CLAY COUNTY DAY AT THE JACKSONVILLE ICEMEN! 🏒
Clay County District Schools is excited to partner with the Jacksonville Icemen for a special Clay County Day at the rink!
Join us on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 3:00 PM as the Jacksonville Icemen take on the Florida Everblades! We welcome all Clay County students, families, staff, and community members for an afternoon of hockey, school spirit, and family fun.
⭐ Special Guest: We are thrilled to be joined by special guest Superintendent of Clay County Schools, David Broskie!
🎟️ Event Highlights:
Discounted Tickets: Special ticket rates available for Clay County families.
Post-Game Shots on Net: Stay after the final buzzer for an exclusive opportunity to step onto the ice and take shots on net!
📍 GAME DETAILS
Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM
Matchup: Jacksonville Icemen vs. Florida Everblades
🎟️ HOW TO GET TICKETS:
Direct Link: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Claycounty23
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Get your tickets today and join us for Clay County Day with the Jacksonville Icemen!
#OneClay #OneClaySports #ClayCountyDay #JacksonvilleIcemen


You know Ms. Murphy loves a good Spirit Day contest, and there's still time to join in!
Today, we're joining OneClay in wearing ORANGE to show our support for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion during National Bullying Prevention Month!
🟠 Put on your ORANGE!
📸 Snap a picture showing off your Unity Day spirit!
⏰ Send your picture to Mrs. Murphy by 4:00 PM TODAY to be entered into our contest!
🐔 Don't forget — a Chick-fil-A gift card is up for grabs! One lucky Viper will be our Unity Day winner!
Even though we're a virtual school, we can still come together to make a BIG statement! Kindness matters, everyone belongs, and bullying has no place in our Viper family!
🧡Let's fill our screens with ORANGE today! 🧡

Community First Credit Union and Clay County District Schools are recognizing schools that demonstrate a commitment to attendance, engagement, and being ready to learn every day.
Nominate your school for October’s Community First School of the Month!
Two winning schools will each receive:
• Money toward a school initiative
• A trophy to display at their school
Nominate a school today: oneclay.net/schoolofthemonth
Nominations close on the 22nd of October.
#OneClay #ShowingUpStrong #SchoolOfTheMonth

From our outstanding student achievement and school improvement goals to the intentional systems we've built around progress monitoring, individualized instruction, meaningful feedback, and student support, we highlighted how CVA is helping both our full-time and Flex students thrive.
Most importantly, we had the opportunity to spotlight the dedicated teachers and staff who bring these systems to life every day. Our success is no accident. It's the result of intentional planning, strong relationships, and a shared commitment to doing what's best for students.
We are proud of where we've been, excited about where we're going, and grateful for our district's continued support!
Today, October 21st, is Unity Day across Clay County District Schools! During National Bullying Prevention Month, our students, staff, and community are standing united by wearing and sharing orange. Together, we are sending a clear, powerful message in support of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion on every campus.
Thank you to everyone rocking their orange today and helping foster a supportive environment for all of our students!
🧡Give this post a like to show your support for kindness and unity in our schools!
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #UnityDay #WearOrange #BullyingPreventionMonth #CCDS #UnityDay2026

That's why we're excited to introduce our CVA Student Spotlight! This new initiative gives families an opportunity to share the accomplishments, talents, interests, and special qualities that make their students shine. Whether it's academic growth, overcoming a challenge, showing kindness, demonstrating leadership, excelling in sports, pursuing a passion, or making a difference in the community, we want to hear about it!
Families, we need your help! Who better to share the amazing things our students are doing than the people who know them best? We invite you to nominate your CVA student by scanning the QR code on our Student Spotlight flyer and telling us what makes them special. You can also click this link to nominate: https://forms.gle/q3asyamwiXfFtUbw7
We look forward to sharing these stories and celebrating the students who make our CVA family so incredible. Because at CVA, we believe every student deserves an opportunity to shine!

During a recent 6th Grade ELA live lesson, Clay Virtual Academy teacher Ms. Lerin De Medici guided students through an engaging analysis of Robert Frost's poem Acquainted with the Night. Students explored how imagery, repetition, and word choice shape the poem's mood and meaning. Through thoughtful discussion, they shared their interpretations, supported their ideas with textual evidence, and built on one another's thinking.
What stood out was the level of student engagement and the opportunities for students to do the thinking! Rather than simply identifying literary elements, students were challenged to explain how and why the author's choices influenced their understanding of the poem.
A special shoutout to Ms. De Medici for creating a virtual classroom where student voices matter, thoughtful questioning drives learning, and sixth graders are challenged to think critically and confidently share their ideas!

The One Mill Renewal on the November 3 ballot provides dedicated local revenue to support competitive salaries for teachers and essential school staff. Continuing this voter-approved measure ensures the district can retain and attract high-quality talent, directly benefiting students and maintaining high academic standards. One hundred percent of these local funds stay right here in Clay County public schools, with all expenditures monitored by an independent citizens' oversight committee.
Find full details, FAQs, and budget breakdowns at oneclay.net/renewal.

But here's something I want you to think about this week: Are you completing your assignments, or are you really learning from them?
There's a difference, and it matters.
Imagine you're working through a science lesson and come across a concept you don't completely understand. You might be able to answer the questions and earn a good grade, but could you explain that concept to someone else? Could you apply what you learned to a different situation?
That's where real learning happens!
One of the best ways to check your understanding is to try explaining what you've learned in your own words. If you can explain how something works, why an answer makes sense, or what you would do differently next time, you're doing more than memorizing information. You're building understanding that will help you in future lessons, assessments, and even outside the classroom.
Here's your challenge for this week:
Choose one assignment or lesson you've completed and ask yourself three questions:
What did I learn?
Could I explain it to someone else without looking at my notes?
How could I use what I learned in a new situation?
If you struggle to answer, that's okay! It's a great opportunity to revisit the lesson, attend a live lesson, or reach out to your teacher for help.
Remember: Your goal isn't just to finish the work. It's to grow as a learner. Every time you challenge yourself to think a little deeper, you're taking another step toward

The October edition of The OneClay Register is now live! 🗞️
Our second edition is packed with student achievements, helpful resources, and inspiring stories from classrooms across Clay County District Schools. 🍎
Here’s what you’ll find inside this month:
🏫 Resilient Students, Thriving Classrooms: Discover our landmark initiative supporting student wellness and success.
🐾 Ridgeview High School Spotlight: See how Ridgeview is empowering Panthers through academic and career excellence.
🚒 Igniting Fire Safety: Learn how fire safety education builds from elementary classrooms into career pathways.
📰 Read the October Issue:
District Website: oneclay.net/news
Clay Today: claytodayonline.com/oneclay-register/
In Print: Inserted right inside this month's edition of Clay Today
Dive in and explore what's happening across our schools! ✨
#TheOneClayRegister #ClayCountySchools #ClayToday #OneClay #ClayCountyFL

While there, we enjoyed spending time with students, checking in on their progress, and getting to know them beyond the computer screen. These visits remind us that virtual learning is about so much more than coursework. It's about building relationships, celebrating progress, and making sure every student feels supported.
A special thank you to Ms. Morris for the work she does each day to support our CVA students at Orange Park High School. We love seeing our school partnerships in action!
Different classrooms. One CVA family. Dream. Achieve. Soar!


October 19th–23rd, 2026 is National School Bus Safety Week! This year’s national theme is "Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes." 💛
Keeping our students safe on the way to and from school is a community effort. Please keep these key reminders in mind:
For Drivers: Always stop when yellow school bus lights flash red and the stop arm is extended. Slow down in school zones and eliminate all distractions.
For Students: Stay visible! Be extra cautious around the 10-foot area surrounding the bus and always stand three big steps back from the curb while waiting.
A huge THANK YOU to our dedicated OneClay bus drivers and transportation staff - our everyday heroes behind the wheel! 🛣️✨
🚌 Want to be a bus driver? We’re hiring!
Join our transportation team and help drive the future of Clay County! Visit oneclay.net/bus to explore current employment opportunities.
❤️ Give this post a like to show your appreciation for our amazing school bus drivers!
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #SchoolBusSafetyWeek #SafeRidesEverydayHeroes #CCDS #SafetyFirst #OneClayCareers

Clay County District Schools has officially been named one of only 18 Academically High-Performing School Districts in the entire state of Florida for the 2025–2026 school year by the Florida Department of Education!
This prestigious recognition reflects our dedication to academic excellence, operational accountability, and student success across every classroom.
To earn and maintain this status, school districts must meet rigorous state benchmarks:
Academic Excellence: Earn an "A" district grade for two consecutive years without any district-operated school receiving an "F."
Classroom Focus: Fully comply with state class size requirements.
Fiscal Responsibility: Maintain clean annual financial audits with no material weaknesses or compliance issues.
This milestone is a direct result of the commitment of our teachers, support professionals, administrators, and district leadership under Superintendent David Broskie, paired with the hard work of our students and the steadfast support of our families and community.
Thank you for believing in our students and making Clay County a leader in Florida public education! 📚✨
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #AcademicallyHighPerforming #ExcellenceInEducation #FLedu
