
🎯 Focus & Plan — Set goals, create a schedule, and find a space where you can concentrate.
💬 Ask & Engage — Your teachers are here for you! Attend Live Lessons, ask questions, and reach out when you need help. You never have to struggle through something alone.
🌿 Recharge — Taking care of yourself matters, too. Step away from the screen, get some fresh air, move around, and give your brain time to reset.
You don’t have to do everything perfectly; you just need to keep showing up, stay consistent, and take it one step at a time.

September is packed with opportunities to honor our history, celebrate our rich cultures, and keep our students on the path to success! Here is a look at what we are recognizing across Clay County District Schools this month:
❤️🤍💙 American Founders’ Month (All Month Long)
U.S. Constitution Day: September 17, 2026
Celebrate Freedom Week: September 21–25, 2026
⏰ Attendance Awareness Month
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow! Consistent attendance sets the foundation for a successful school year.
💃 Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 – October 15: Celebrating the contributions, histories, and vibrant cultures of Hispanic and Latino Americans!
🗓️ Keep up with all district events and key dates by visiting: www.oneclay.net/calendars
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #CCDS #ClayCounty #AttendanceAwarenessMonth #AttendTodayAchieveTomorrow #AmericanFoundersMonth #ConstitutionDay #CelebrateFreedomWeek #HispanicHeritageMonth

We have to showcase this incredible work from CVA Outdoor Education student Aiden Kile, who took his learning all the way to Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica!
For his “Take a Hike” assignment, Aiden didn't just complete a hike, he created an impressive presentation documenting the entire experience. He shared what he learned about Arenal Volcano and its rainforest ecosystem, reflected on the challenges of hiking through rocky volcanic terrain, and captured some incredible wildlife along the way, including a strawberry poison dart frog, basilisk, white-nosed coati, and even a terciopelo snake!
Aiden reflected that the experience gave him a greater appreciation for the diverse ecosystems he was able to explore, and rated the challenging adventure an 8/10!
We love seeing our students take what they are learning beyond the screen and connect it to experiences in the real world. Outstanding work, Aiden! And thank you to Ms. Smith for sharing this one with us; we can see why you were impressed!

We are excited to kick off our 2026–2027 Lab Facilitator of the Month recognition by celebrating Felicia Singleton-Coleman of Orange Park High School! Felicia creates a lab where students are surrounded by encouragement. From positive notes at their desks to individual conferences, she makes sure her students know someone believes in them.
She checks on every student, every day, not only to see how they are progressing academically, but also to see how they are doing personally. She celebrates accomplishments, recognizes growth, and patiently works with reluctant learners to help them build confidence and continue moving toward the ultimate goal: earning their high school diploma.
Ms. Singleton-Coleman, thank you for the heart, dedication, and encouragement you bring to your students each day. You are a wonderful example of the difference a great Lab Facilitator can make!

NOW OPEN: Student Service Challenge Applications!
High school students, here’s your chance to give back to your community, build leadership skills, and support your educational goals!
The Student Service Challenge is now accepting applications. This exciting partnership between Clay County District Schools, Clay Education Foundation, the Florida Department of Education, and the Florida Lottery gives eligible high school students the opportunity to complete 20 or more new hours of community service and write an essay focused on civic responsibility and leadership.
Upon acceptance and completion, a limited number of eligible students may earn $500 toward their educational goals.
Important Dates:
📅 Applications open: Thursday, August 27 at 5:00 PM
⏰ Applications close: Monday, August 31 at 5:00 PM
📢 Accepted students will be notified: September 1, 2026
Space is limited, so eligible students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible!
👉 Apply now: https://forms.gle/Umg8nWeumLwUWR2z6
#StudentServiceChallenge #ClayEducationFoundation #OneClay #FloridaLottery

Each month, CVA administrators meet virtually with each of our teachers for dedicated time to talk about their work with students. We look at data, celebrate successes, problem-solve challenges, and discuss ways we can help every student continue moving forward.
These conversations allow us to look beyond the numbers and talk about the individual students behind them. Who is thriving? Who needs us? What is working? What can we do differently? They also give us valuable one-on-one time to listen to and support our teachers, celebrate what is going well, and help problem-solve when challenges arise.
Because whether our classrooms are virtual or brick-and-mortar, the most important part of the work is the same: knowing our students, supporting our teachers, and working together to help every student succeed.
Dream • Achieve • Soar

While today certainly did not go as planned, we absolutely LOVED having our CVA students on campus! We are so thankful for the patience, flexibility, and positive attitudes shown by our students and families, especially those who made the trip but were unable to test because of the technical issues.
For the students who were able to get into testing? They got an extra adventure when we had an extended power outage, too! Apparently, PM 1 testing day wanted to keep us on our toes!
Through it all, our students were wonderful, and our families were incredibly understanding. Thank you for rolling with us and making the best of an unexpected situation.
And we have to say…Principal Murphy was VERY happy to have students in the building today! Seeing our Vipers walk the halls, talking with them, and getting to spend a little time together absolutely made her day. ❤️ Virtual school may mean we don't see our students on campus every day, but days like today remind us just how special it is when we get to be together.



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

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

The Student Service Challenge is coming soon!
This exciting partnership between Clay County District Schools, Clay Education Foundation, the Florida Department of Education, and the Florida Lottery gives eligible high school students the opportunity to complete 20 or more new hours of community service and write an essay focused on civic responsibility and leadership. Upon acceptance and completion, a limited number of eligible students may earn $500 toward their educational goals.
📅 Applications open Thursday, August 27 at 5:00 PM
⏰ Applications close Monday, August 31 at 5:00 PM
📢 Students who are accepted will be notified on September 1, 2026
Space is limited, so students are encouraged to apply as soon as the application opens.
Check back Thursday for the application link and more information!
#StudentServiceChallenge #ClayEducationFoundation #OneClay #Florida Lottery

Coach White's Fitness 6th-grade students recently completed their Fitness Focus Physical Activity Vision Boards, reflecting on what being active looks like in their own lives, from swimming and hiking to spending time outdoors with family and friends.
And here's what makes these projects even more impressive: they completed them during just the second week of school!
Help us celebrate Matthew S., Jakirra R., and Oliver H. for their creativity, reflection, and outstanding work!
Great job, Vipers—and thank you, Coach White, for sharing their success with us!





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.

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

“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!

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

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

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.

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.

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

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
