Gators Football is calling, Clay County!

Join Clay County District Schools faculty, staff, students, alumni, friends, and families in The Swamp as the Florida Gators take on Campbell!

Saturday, September 12, 2026
Kickoff: 5:30 p.m.
Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville

A portion of every ticket purchased through our special event link will be donated back to Clay County District Schools.

Come cheer on the Orange & Blue and represent Clay County!

Get your tickets: www.gofevo.com/event/Claycounty222

Junior Class Ring Information & Ordering Dates! Representative staff from Herff Jones will be on campus Thursday, September 10th in the cafeteria to share details and ordering information for official class rings. To keep meeting sizes manageable, we will split the class presentation into two sessions: Junior Guys: 2nd Period (Cafeteria) Junior Girls: 3rd Period (Cafeteria) Ready to order? Students can place their ring orders on September 16th and 17th on the cafeteria stage during lunch.

Happy September, Clay County families! 🍂 As we kick off a new month, here are a few key dates to mark on your calendar:

🗓️ September 7: Labor Day (Student/Teacher Holiday – No School)

📊 September 11: Interim Grades Posted in FOCUS

⏰ September 18: Early Release (Elementary ONLY)

🗓️ View or download the complete 2026–2027 district calendar anytime at OneClay.net/Calendars.

#OneClay #ClayCounty #SchoolCalendar #September2026

📸 Finding the Focus! 📸

Mrs. Carter’s photography students took their learning outdoors today! 🌿

Equipped with their cameras, the class headed into the courtyard to master the art of focal point—learning how to guide the viewer’s eye, isolate subjects, and play with depth of field in natural light.

#SoarHigher

🏫 School of the Month is back for September!

We want to know: How awesome is your school?

Each month, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible things happening across Clay County District Schools. For September, we’re celebrating schools that are building connections by creating a culture of connection, inclusion, and positivity.

Nominate a school that is doing an awesome job of bringing students, families, staff, and the community together!

September Nominations: September 1–22, 2026

Winning schools will receive:
• Money toward a school initiative
• A School of the Month trophy to display
• Recognition for the amazing work happening in their school

Learn more and submit a nomination at OneClay.net/SchooloftheMonth

A special thank you to our Community First Credit Union partners for helping us celebrate our incredible schools!

🎉 One Clay Celebrates September! 📚✨

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

The students in Senora Meyers class presented information on strategies to effectively and efficiently learn Spanish. They explained to their peers the use of prefix, suffix, and cognates to expand their vocabulary. They also were able to compare their native language to Spanish. This was a real challenge since the information they were reading was in Spanish so they actually applied these strategies to understand their reading.

JV and Varsity home games this week!!!! Get ready to support Golden Eagles sports all year long with the Fleming Island High School 2025/2026 Athletic Pass! 🦅🔥 Packed with over $400 in value, this pass covers admission to all regular season Varsity and JV home games for the entire school year. Pricing: 🎟️ Students: $80.00 🎟️ Adults: $90.00 Don't wait to grab yours—scan the QR codes in the image or head to GoFan.co to purchase today! ⚽🏀🏈⚾

📣 ATTENTION STUDENTS & PARENTS: IMPORTANT TARDY POLICY REMINDERS 📣 Let's make sure every student is set up for success and our school day runs smoothly for everyone! Please review our official policy regarding arriving tardy to school. ⏳ Key Policies to Remember: ARRIVE AFTER 7:30 AM? All students (both unexcused AND excused) MUST sign-in at the Attendance Office in the front office immediately upon arrival on campus. You will be issued a tardy pass to class. No exceptions! 🚫 NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR DRINKS 🚫 Students are NOT permitted to bring in outside food or beverages with them. Please finish your breakfast and drinks before arrival. 📄 ACCEPTABLE EXCUSED TARDY NOTES 📄 We do NOT accept personal notes to excuse a tardy. ✅ To be excused, a student must present a formal note from a professional office (such as a doctor, dentist, or court date). ❌ A parent does not need to accompany a student with a professional note to excuse a tardy. Thank you for your cooperation in making our school day efficient and productive! Let's all aim to be on time and ready to learn. Let's go Eagles! 🦅🎓📚

📢 Friendly Attendance Policy Reminder! 🦅 Please remember that emails, faxes, or phone calls are not accepted to excuse student absences. To excuse an absence, please ensure: 📝 A written note is submitted within 3 days of your student's return to school. 🩺 A doctor's note is provided if applicable. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our attendance records accurate and up to date!

🏈 Homecoming 2026 Spirit Week is almost here! 🎉 Get ready to show off your school spirit from September 8th to September 11th! Here is the lineup for this year's theme: Popular Trends! 👇 🗓 TUESDAY: Rhyme Without Reason Pair up in rhyming costumes—no logical reason required as long as it rhymes! (e.g., Cat & Hat, Clown & Gown) 🐱🎩 🗓 WEDNESDAY: Meme Day Dress up as your favorite viral meme, classic reaction image, or iconic video trend. 📈📱 🗓 THURSDAY: Sports Day Rep your favorite team! Gear up in jerseys, athletic wear, or fan merch to show off your team spirit. 🏀🏈⚽ 🗓 FRIDAY: Color Wars Show out in your grade’s assigned color: 💙 Seniors: Blue 💜 Juniors: Purple 💚 Sophomores: Green 🩷 Freshmen: Pink Start planning your outfits now, and let's make this Homecoming week one to remember! 🦅✨

🦅 FLEMING ISLAND HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING WEEK 2026 🦅 Golden Eagles, get ready for an epic week of events and friendly competition! Here is your daily lineup for Homecoming Week: 🗿 Tuesday Start the Rock, Paper, Scissors Challenge 🗺️ Wednesday Find the Eagles 🔍 Thursday Scavenger Hunt | 6:50 AM – 7:15 AM 🎨 Friday Color Wars! Wear your grade’s official color: 🎓 Seniors: Blue 👑 Juniors: Purple 🟩 Sophomores: Green 💖 Freshmen: Pink Bring the energy, show your school pride, and let's make this Homecoming one to remember! 🦅✨

Dear Parent/Guardian,

Just a friendly reminder that your student will participate in the first administration (PM1) of the Grade 9 and 10 Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) ELA Reading assessment on 8/31/26 and 9/1/26. Please make sure your scholars are on time to school and ready to go.
#SoarHigher

What an epic way to wrap up the week! 🎉 Huge shoutout to Mr. Merritt and everyone who came out to Friday afternoon's Gamers Gatherings Club. From fierce strategy battles to lots of laughs, the energy in the room was unbeatable. Whether you were playing your favorite classic or learning a brand-new game, it was the perfect way to unwind and kick off the weekend. #SoarHigher

Congrats to our (student) Eagle of the Week presented by Jeremiah's Italian Ice:
Eli was nominated by Mrs. Rice for always being kind to his peers and going above and beyond to help others in the class setting.
Thank you for all you do to make Fleming Island High School the best school in Clay County.

# SoarHigher

Congrats to our faculty Eagle of the Week presented by Jeremiah's Italian Ice:
Mrs. Mallory Guldi!
Thank you for all you do to make Fleming Island High School the best school in Clay County.

# SoarHigher

Mrs. Dalton's and Mrs. Branz' students were identifying, explaining, and applying layers of meaning and coming of age. Students created a one-pager that displayed their knowledge and made learning visible!

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

🎓 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