Green Cove Springs Junior High
9:30 AM-3:42 PM | Grades: 7th-8th | Phone: 904-336-5175
The Lady Cougars Flag Football and Volleyball teams played their hearts out tonight against Lake Asbury, but came up just short in some tough competition.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR 8TH GRADE ATHLETES & FAMILIES
Clay County District Schools is partnering with Who We Play For to provide IN-SCHOOL EKG SCREENINGS for eligible 8th grade student-athletes as they prepare to enter high school.
WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT?
Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, Florida’s Second Chance Act requires students in grades 9–12 to complete an EKG screening the first time they participate or seek to participate in interscholastic athletics.
For our current 8th graders planning to participate in high school athletics, completing the screening now can help satisfy this requirement before entering 9th grade.
WHO WILL NEED AN EKG?
• Incoming 9th-grade student-athletes participating in high school athletics
• Students in grades 10–12 who are participating in interscholastic athletics for the first time
• An eligible EKG completed within the previous two years may also satisfy the requirement
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE SCREENING?
Results from the in-school EKG screening will be emailed to families within approximately 7–10 days.
Parents/guardians will be responsible for providing the EKG results, along with the completed EL1 physical form, to the student’s HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC DIRECTOR before the student participates in a high school sports tryout.
PARENTS/GUARDIANS:
Please contact your child’s school directly for information regarding screening dates, registration, consent requirements, and other school-specific details.
If you have any other questions, please contact your child's junior high athletic director.
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #OneClaySports #ClayAthletics
Clay County District Schools is partnering with Who We Play For to provide IN-SCHOOL EKG SCREENINGS for eligible 8th grade student-athletes as they prepare to enter high school.
WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT?
Beginning with the 2026–2027 school year, Florida’s Second Chance Act requires students in grades 9–12 to complete an EKG screening the first time they participate or seek to participate in interscholastic athletics.
For our current 8th graders planning to participate in high school athletics, completing the screening now can help satisfy this requirement before entering 9th grade.
WHO WILL NEED AN EKG?
• Incoming 9th-grade student-athletes participating in high school athletics
• Students in grades 10–12 who are participating in interscholastic athletics for the first time
• An eligible EKG completed within the previous two years may also satisfy the requirement
WHAT HAPPENS AFTER THE SCREENING?
Results from the in-school EKG screening will be emailed to families within approximately 7–10 days.
Parents/guardians will be responsible for providing the EKG results, along with the completed EL1 physical form, to the student’s HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC DIRECTOR before the student participates in a high school sports tryout.
PARENTS/GUARDIANS:
Please contact your child’s school directly for information regarding screening dates, registration, consent requirements, and other school-specific details.
If you have any other questions, please contact your child's junior high athletic director.
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #OneClaySports #ClayAthletics
Today in Mrs. Nelson's 7th grade ELA classes, students teamed up in groups to dive into poetic form and structure. From counting iambic pentameter beats to decoding rhyme schemes, seeing them collaborate, debate line breaks, and bring poetry to life was awesome! Great job, Cougars!
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❤️🤍💙 WEAR YOUR PATRIOTIC COLORS FOR FREEDOM FRIDAY!
To cap off Celebrate Freedom Week and continue our recognition of American Founders' Month, Clay County District Schools invites all students and staff to wear red, white, and blue on Friday, September 25!
Show your school spirit and patriotic pride as we honor the foundation, history, and freedom of our nation. We can't wait to see our schools filled with red, white, and blue on Friday! ✨
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #FreedomFriday #CelebrateFreedomWeek #AmericanFoundersMonth #PatrioticColors
To cap off Celebrate Freedom Week and continue our recognition of American Founders' Month, Clay County District Schools invites all students and staff to wear red, white, and blue on Friday, September 25!
Show your school spirit and patriotic pride as we honor the foundation, history, and freedom of our nation. We can't wait to see our schools filled with red, white, and blue on Friday! ✨
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #FreedomFriday #CelebrateFreedomWeek #AmericanFoundersMonth #PatrioticColors
IT’S GAME DAY, COUGARS! 🐾💚💛
The GCJH Cougars are back in action tonight! They’ll travel to Wilkinson Junior High to take on WJH at 5:30 PM. Our Cougars are ready to hit the field, play hard, and represent GCJH with pride!
Let’s show our boys some Cougar love and wish them a great game tonight!
GO COUGARS!
The GCJH Cougars are back in action tonight! They’ll travel to Wilkinson Junior High to take on WJH at 5:30 PM. Our Cougars are ready to hit the field, play hard, and represent GCJH with pride!
Let’s show our boys some Cougar love and wish them a great game tonight!
GO COUGARS!
On November 3, Clay County voters will consider the renewal of the existing One Mill ad valorem funding for four years (July 1, 2027 – June 30, 2031).
Because this measure is a renewal of the existing operating millage, it continues current funding without increasing tax rates. Revenues are strictly dedicated to two operational priorities:
School Safety: Funding law enforcement contracts for campus officers.
Employee Compensation: Providing competitive pay to retain and attract quality teachers and support staff.
All expenditures are subject to review by an independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee. Visit oneclay.net/renewal for more information.
Because this measure is a renewal of the existing operating millage, it continues current funding without increasing tax rates. Revenues are strictly dedicated to two operational priorities:
School Safety: Funding law enforcement contracts for campus officers.
Employee Compensation: Providing competitive pay to retain and attract quality teachers and support staff.
All expenditures are subject to review by an independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee. Visit oneclay.net/renewal for more information.
❤️🤍💙 CELEBRATE FREEDOM WEEK! 📜✨
Clay County District Schools is proud to observe Celebrate Freedom Week from September 21–25 as part of American Founders' Month!
Throughout this week, students across our district will dive into the history and foundational principles of our nation. Lessons will highlight the Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution, and the visionary leaders who helped shape American democracy.
We encourage our families to join the celebration at home by reflecting together on freedom, civic responsibility, and the history that unites us! 🗽🦅
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #CelebrateFreedomWeek #AmericanFoundersMonth #CivicsEducation #StudentSuccess
Clay County District Schools is proud to observe Celebrate Freedom Week from September 21–25 as part of American Founders' Month!
Throughout this week, students across our district will dive into the history and foundational principles of our nation. Lessons will highlight the Declaration of Independence, the United States Constitution, and the visionary leaders who helped shape American democracy.
We encourage our families to join the celebration at home by reflecting together on freedom, civic responsibility, and the history that unites us! 🗽🦅
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #CelebrateFreedomWeek #AmericanFoundersMonth #CivicsEducation #StudentSuccess
🗳️ 2026 General Election: Important Dates to Remember
Make sure your voice is heard! Clay County District Schools encourages all eligible voters in our community—including parents, staff, and students turning 18—to prepare for the upcoming 2026 General Election.
Mark your calendars with these key deadlines:
October 5: Voter Registration Deadline Register to vote or update your information online at RegisterToVoteFlorida.gov.
October 22: Last Day to Request a Mail Ballot Submit your request by 5:00 PM at ClayElections.gov.
October 23–31: Early Voting All seven Clay County sites are open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (including weekends).
View locations at EarlyVoteClay.com.
November 3: Election Day Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
For official election details and voting resources, visit ClayElections.gov.
Make sure your voice is heard! Clay County District Schools encourages all eligible voters in our community—including parents, staff, and students turning 18—to prepare for the upcoming 2026 General Election.
Mark your calendars with these key deadlines:
October 5: Voter Registration Deadline Register to vote or update your information online at RegisterToVoteFlorida.gov.
October 22: Last Day to Request a Mail Ballot Submit your request by 5:00 PM at ClayElections.gov.
October 23–31: Early Voting All seven Clay County sites are open daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (including weekends).
View locations at EarlyVoteClay.com.
November 3: Election Day Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
For official election details and voting resources, visit ClayElections.gov.
We had a great turnout this evening at our Open House! We watched our students proudly lead their parents through the hallways, introduce them to their teachers, and share a glimpse into their daily routines here at GCJ.
Parents got to hear all about what’s in store for this school year and even dove into some upcoming course topics. Teachers even snuck in some time to showcase some of the amazing work our students have already accomplished!
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📜 Happy U.S. Constitution Day! 📜
Today, September 17th, we celebrate the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787—the foundation of our nation’s freedoms, rights, and democracy.
As part of American Founders' Month, students across Clay County District Schools are diving into civics and history lessons to learn how our government works and what it means to be an active, informed citizen. ❤️🤍💙
Help us celebrate today! Parents and guardians, ask your students what they learned about the Constitution in school today!
#ConstitutionDay #AmericanFoundersMonth #OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #CivicEducation #DiscoveringEndlessPossibilities
Today, September 17th, we celebrate the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787—the foundation of our nation’s freedoms, rights, and democracy.
As part of American Founders' Month, students across Clay County District Schools are diving into civics and history lessons to learn how our government works and what it means to be an active, informed citizen. ❤️🤍💙
Help us celebrate today! Parents and guardians, ask your students what they learned about the Constitution in school today!
#ConstitutionDay #AmericanFoundersMonth #OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #CivicEducation #DiscoveringEndlessPossibilities
So proud of the GCJ football team in their impressive victory tonight over Keystone! They played like a well oiled machine out there under those Tuesday night lights! Big shoutouts to Coach Labelle and her cheer squad and Mrs. Pellegrini and her band for the big energy and helping lead the team to victory! Go Cougars!!
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Hey Cougar Families! We are so excited to announce our 2026-27 finalists for GCJ Teacher of the Year and Support Related Employee of the Year! These individuals truly represent what it means to be a Cougar and pour their heart into our school and community. We appreciate all they do in supporting our students and their learning!
Teacher of the Year Finalists:
Mrs. Gomez - 7th gr. Science
Mr. Taft - 7th gr. Civics
Mr. Oldfield - 8th gr. ELA/Support Facilitator
Support Related Employee of the Year:
Mrs. Johnson - Custodian
Mrs. Martin - Cafeteria Assistant
Ms. Rivers - Front Office Secretary
#CougarsLEAD
🎨🎭🎵 Celebrating National Arts in Education Week! 🖼️🎷
This week, September 13–19, Clay County District Schools is proud to celebrate National Arts in Education Week!
From visual arts and band to choir, theatre, and dance, fine arts education plays an essential role in helping our students build confidence, foster innovation, and develop critical thinking skills. We celebrate our incredibly talented student artists and express our gratitude to the dedicated fine arts educators who inspire them every day.
✨ Stay Creative, OneClay! ✨
Be sure to follow @OneClayFineArts on Facebook to see incredible student artwork, performance highlights, and arts updates from across our district all year long! 🎨👏
#ArtsInEdWeek #BecauseOfArtsEd #OneClayFineArts #OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #StayCreativeOneClay #DiscoveringEndlessPossibilities #ClayCountyFL
This week, September 13–19, Clay County District Schools is proud to celebrate National Arts in Education Week!
From visual arts and band to choir, theatre, and dance, fine arts education plays an essential role in helping our students build confidence, foster innovation, and develop critical thinking skills. We celebrate our incredibly talented student artists and express our gratitude to the dedicated fine arts educators who inspire them every day.
✨ Stay Creative, OneClay! ✨
Be sure to follow @OneClayFineArts on Facebook to see incredible student artwork, performance highlights, and arts updates from across our district all year long! 🎨👏
#ArtsInEdWeek #BecauseOfArtsEd #OneClayFineArts #OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #StayCreativeOneClay #DiscoveringEndlessPossibilities #ClayCountyFL
📌 FIRST QUARTER INTERIM DAY! 📝
Today is a great opportunity for parents and guardians to log in and review your student’s current grades and overall academic progress.
Checking in regularly allows us to celebrate wins together and address any areas where your student might need a little extra support.
📲 How to check progress:
Log in to the Focus Parent Portal on the web or open the OneClay Focus App on your mobile device.
Review updated grades, missing assignments, and teacher feedback.
💬 Have questions about grades?
Parents can log in to the OneClay app to send a direct message to your student's teacher!
💻 For more information about our apps, please visit our website at oneclay.net/5apps.
Thank you for partnering with us in your student’s success! 💙📚
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #FocusParentPortal #StudentSuccess #InterimDay
Today is a great opportunity for parents and guardians to log in and review your student’s current grades and overall academic progress.
Checking in regularly allows us to celebrate wins together and address any areas where your student might need a little extra support.
📲 How to check progress:
Log in to the Focus Parent Portal on the web or open the OneClay Focus App on your mobile device.
Review updated grades, missing assignments, and teacher feedback.
💬 Have questions about grades?
Parents can log in to the OneClay app to send a direct message to your student's teacher!
💻 For more information about our apps, please visit our website at oneclay.net/5apps.
Thank you for partnering with us in your student’s success! 💙📚
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #FocusParentPortal #StudentSuccess #InterimDay
GCJ is honored to stand alongside the rest of Clay County Schools to remember and honor the lives lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Our campus is a beautiful sea of red, white, and blue attire today as our students and staff show their support. Inside the classroom, students also took time to reflect, partaking in a special collaborative discussion during their social studies classes to learn about the significance of this day.
We will never forget. ❤️🤍💙
❤️🤍💙 9/11 Heroes’ Day | National Day of Remembrance 🕊️
Today, September 11th, Clay County District Schools pauses to honor the lives lost, the courageous first responders who rushed toward danger, and the countless heroes whose bravery shone on one of our nation’s darkest days.
On this National Day of Remembrance, our students and staff reflect on the selflessness, unity, and resilience that defined our country following September 11, 2001. Through meaningful classroom reflection and age-appropriate civics lessons, we ensure that the legacy of these heroes inspires the next generation.
Today, we invite our Clay County community to join us in taking a moment of quiet reflection to honor those we lost and thank the local heroes who keep us safe every day.
We will never forget. ❤️
#911HeroesDay #NeverForget #NationalDayOfRemembrance #OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #ClayCountyFL
Today, September 11th, Clay County District Schools pauses to honor the lives lost, the courageous first responders who rushed toward danger, and the countless heroes whose bravery shone on one of our nation’s darkest days.
On this National Day of Remembrance, our students and staff reflect on the selflessness, unity, and resilience that defined our country following September 11, 2001. Through meaningful classroom reflection and age-appropriate civics lessons, we ensure that the legacy of these heroes inspires the next generation.
Today, we invite our Clay County community to join us in taking a moment of quiet reflection to honor those we lost and thank the local heroes who keep us safe every day.
We will never forget. ❤️
#911HeroesDay #NeverForget #NationalDayOfRemembrance #OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #ClayCountyFL
❤️🤍💙 REMINDER: Wear Your Patriotic Colors Tomorrow!
Tomorrow, September 11th, is 9/11 Heroes’ Day. We encourage all Clay County District Schools students, teachers, and staff to wear red, white, and blue to school.
As part of American Founders' Month, this National Day of Remembrance is a time for our school family to stand together in unity, honor the memory of those lost, and pay tribute to the courage of our first responders. 🕊️❤️
We look forward to seeing a sea of red, white, and blue across all of our schools tomorrow!
#911HeroesDay #AmericanFoundersMonth #NeverForget #OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #PatrioticColors #ClayCountyFL
Tomorrow, September 11th, is 9/11 Heroes’ Day. We encourage all Clay County District Schools students, teachers, and staff to wear red, white, and blue to school.
As part of American Founders' Month, this National Day of Remembrance is a time for our school family to stand together in unity, honor the memory of those lost, and pay tribute to the courage of our first responders. 🕊️❤️
We look forward to seeing a sea of red, white, and blue across all of our schools tomorrow!
#911HeroesDay #AmericanFoundersMonth #NeverForget #OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #PatrioticColors #ClayCountyFL
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!
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!
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
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
Congratulations to our CougarLEAD All Star of the Week, Mr. Stanford! Students say that "Mr. Stanford doesn’t just help my classmates and me achieve our goals, he pushes us to give our absolute best on the football field. He always encourages us and inspires us to maximize our abilities and exceed our own expectations." Thank you for all you do, Coach!
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