🍎🥦 FREE Summer Meals for Kids in Clay County! ☀️🍗

Clay County District Schools Food & Nutrition Services is excited to announce our Summer 2026 Food Service Program! From June 8th to July 31st, all children ages 18 and under can receive free, nutritious meals.

No applications are required! We have two types of meal options available Monday through Friday depending on the location:

🚗 USDA Rural Sites (Off-Site Pick-up / Grab & Go)
Parents/children can pick up a hot lunch and a cold breakfast for the next day to enjoy at home!
⏰ Time: Monday – Friday, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Locations:
• Keystone Elementary, McRae Elementary, Shadowlawn Elementary, Wilkinson Elementary

🍽️ USDA Non-Rural Sites (On-Site Consumption / Dine-In)
Children must eat their hot meals at the school during the designated times.
⏰ Times: Monday – Friday | Breakfast: 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Lunch: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Locations:
• Argyle Elementary, Charles E. Bennett Elementary, Swimming Pen Creek Elementary, Orange Park Junior High

Please note: There will be no meal service on July 2nd–3rd in observance of Independence Day. Sites are subject to close based on participation.

Spread the word to neighbors and friends! Let’s keep our students healthy, fueled, and ready for fun all summer long. 🎒✨

🔗 For more information, visit our website at oneclay.net/fns

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🏆 NOMINATE NOW: Help us recognize excellence in History and Civics!

Who will be Clay County’s representatives for the 2026 Florida Council for the Social Studies Teacher of the Year awards?

A strong foundation in our nation’s history and a clear understanding of our civic principles are vital for every student. We are currently seeking to recognize the educators who demonstrate a commitment to academic excellence and high-quality instruction in these essential subjects.

Teachers, administrators, students, and parents are all encouraged to nominate an outstanding Social Studies teacher for the following district-level awards:

• 🍎 Elementary Teacher

• 🏫 Junior High Teacher

• 🎓 High School Teacher

• 🌟 Beginning Teacher (Within their first 3 years)

• 📜 Excellence in Teaching History

• 🗳️ Clay Civics Champion

It only takes a moment to highlight a teacher’s professional dedication and mastery of their subject. Let’s celebrate the educators who prepare our students with the knowledge and civic understanding they need for the future!

📅 Deadline for Nominations: Friday, May 22nd at 4:00 PM.

🔗 Nominate here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVQ0ijG1Rs2-wptRoWhMjHCYyQXyE6Rl8VaeguY3eTIs-gWg/viewform

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Our CVA full time application process for the 26-27 school year is now open. We are your free, local public school option. Click here to begin the process. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1CEo-hOTZGFRtxq9Cty6wiFKZtnBJKmjWhrSZXm0kXN4/viewform?edit_requested=true

The wait is almost over! 🎨 ✨

The 37th Annual Clay County District Schools Student Art Show officially kicks off TOMORROW, and we can’t wait to celebrate the incredible creativity of our students! Whether you’re looking for a Friday night out or a Saturday family adventure, this event is FREE and open to the whole community.

📍 Where: Thrasher-Horne Conference Center

🗓️ TOMORROW: Friday, May 15th (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)

• 🚚 Food Trucks: 5:00 – 8:00 PM (In partnership with the College Drive Initiative)

• 🏆 Awards Ceremony: 7:00 – 8:00 PM (Junior and Senior High entries)

• 🎓 Fine Arts College & Career Event: Explore future paths in the arts!

🗓️ SATURDAY: May 16th (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM)

• 🧸 Family Engagement Room: Hands-on fun (Open until 3:00 PM)

• 🎨 Live Art Demos: Watch magic happen in real-time.

• 🖼️ Open Galleries: Explore masterpieces all day long.

Don’t miss out on supporting the next generation of great artists. Tag a friend you want to bring in the comments! 👇

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Clay Virtual Academy's full time application for the 26-27 school year opens tomorrow. Check our website (cva.oneclay.net) or social media to begin the application process.