Happy National Custodian Day! Huge thanks to our amazing custodial team for keeping our spaces clean, safe, and running seamlessly every single day. We appreciate all your hard work behind the scenes! 👏💚🐊#NationalCustodianDay #ThankYou

Do you know a school that is going above and beyond to create a culture where students want to be present, engaged, and ready to succeed?

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

✨ Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day! ✨

Today, October 2nd, Clay County District Schools celebrates and honors our incredible custodial staff! 🧹💙

Working diligently behind the scenes, our custodians ensure our schools, classrooms, and facilities are clean, safe, healthy, and welcoming for our students, staff, volunteers, and visitors every single day. Their hard work creates the very foundation where learning happens!

We extend our deepest gratitude to our entire custodial team for their dedication, care, and ongoing commitment to our OneClay community. Thank you for all that you do!

❤️ Give this post a like to show your appreciation for our hard-working custodians!

#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #NationalCustodianAppreciationDay #CustodianAppreciation #CCDS #ThankYouCustodians

October is National Principal’s Month, and we want to take a moment to celebrate Mrs. Smith!💚🐊 Leading a school takes dynamic leadership, patience, and a lot of heart. Mrs. Smith brings all three every single day. She constantly goes above and beyond to make sure our school is a safe, welcoming, and inspiring place to learn and grow. Mrs. Smith, thank you for your unwavering commitment to our students, staff, and families. We appreciate everything you do!

♿ Celebrating Disability History & Awareness Weeks

Across Clay County District Schools, we are proud to recognize and celebrate Disability History & Awareness Weeks!

During the first two weeks of October, we highlight the vital contributions of individuals with disabilities throughout history, promote awareness, and reaffirm our commitment to creating inclusive, supportive spaces where every student can thrive.

💙 Our Commitment to Inclusion:

Promoting Awareness: Educating our school community on disability history, rights, and achievements.

Fostering Inclusion: Ensuring equal access, opportunities, and respect for all students.

Celebrating Strengths: Honoring the unique talents, voices, and contributions of every individual in our OneClay family.

Join us in fostering empathy, respect, and accessibility across all of our classrooms and schools! 🌟

#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #DisabilityHistoryAndAwareness #InclusionMatters #DisabilityAwareness #CCDS #AccessibilityForAll

📅 Mark Your Calendars, OneClay Families! 🗓️

As we move through October, here are the key district dates and upcoming events to keep on your radar:

Friday, Oct. 9: End of 1st Grading Period

Monday, Oct. 12: Planning Day / Student Holiday (No school for students)

Friday, Oct. 16: Report Cards Posted in Focus

Friday, Oct. 30: Early Dismissal (Elementary Schools Only)

📌 Stay Connected & Up to Date:

To view the full school calendar and download printable schedules, visit:oneclay.net/calendars

#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #CCDS #SchoolCalendar #MarkYourCalendars #ClayCountyFL

🍂 October is packed with special observances across OneClay!

Here is what we are celebrating and highlighting throughout the month:

🌟 National Principals Month: Thank you to all of our amazing OneClay principals for everything that you do for our students, schools, and communities!

🧡 National Bullying Prevention Month & Unity Day: Together, we can create a world without bullying! Mark your calendars for Unity Day on October 21, 2026. Wear and share orange to show support for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion!

🔒 Cybersecurity Awareness Month: We are focusing on digital safety and smart cyber habits all month long.

💃 Hispanic Heritage Month: Florida continues celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month through October 15!

📅 Stay Up to Date: For a full copy of the CCDS School Calendar, visit oneclay.net/calendars

#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #ThankAPrincipal #UnityDay #BullyingPreventionMonth #CybersecurityAwareness #HispanicHeritageMonth

Our 4th graders jumped into character for Readers Theater, complete with costumes, props, and plenty of expression. 🎭✨

🎉 Congratulations to our September Students of the Month! 🎉 We are so proud of these amazing students for consistently showing The G3 Way—being Respectful, Responsible, Safe, and Kind! 💚🐊 Our Students of the Month were celebrated with a special certificate, gift bag, and a fun celebration filled with games and freeze pops alongside their fellow honorees. Keep up the GREAT work, Gators! Your positive choices, leadership, and commitment to The G3 Way make Grove Park Elementary proud! Growing Great Gators! #TheG3Way #StudentOfTheMonth #GroveParkElementary #GrowingGreatGators

Clay County District Schools is committed to supporting exceptional educators in every classroom across our community.

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.

Last week, Ms. Clamp’s class took on place value in math centers and investigated the reason for the seasons in science block. We love seeing our students collaborate, problem-solve, and explore new concepts every day!

🏀💚 GROW, GROW, GROW! 💚🏀 Our basketball team gave it their all today! They showed resilience, teamwork, determination, and heart from start to finish. Every play, every pass, every defensive effort, and every moment of encouragement showed what it means to work together as a team. We are so proud of the way our players competed and represented our school! Keep growing, keep working, and keep believing! That’s the Gator Way! 🐊

🗳️ Voter Registration Deadline: October 5, 2026

Planning to participate in the upcoming General Election? Make sure your record is ready before the books close! October 5, 2026 is the last day to register to vote or change your party affiliation in the state of Florida.

First-Time Voters: High school seniors turning 18 on or before Election Day and new residents must register by this date.

Current Voters: Moved recently or changed your name? Double-check your voter status to make sure your information is accurate.

Take a quick moment to register or update your information online at RegisterToVoteFlorida.gov.

🌟 Celebrating Our Support-Related Employee of the Year! 🌟 Congratulations to Mrs. Harris, our 2026–2027 Support-Related Employee of the Year! 💚 Since joining the Grove Park Elementary family, Mrs. Harris has made an incredible impact on our students and staff. She is a ball of energy, a wealth of knowledge, and a true champion for children! Whether she is tutoring students, providing support, sharing her knowledge, encouraging teachers, or simply stepping in wherever she is needed, Mrs. Harris brings a spirit of positivity, dedication, and excellence to everything she does. Her passion for students is evident in the way she serves, and her willingness to support our teachers makes her an invaluable part of the Grove Park team. Mrs. Harris, thank you for showing up every day with energy, purpose, and a heart for Grove Park! Your impact is felt throughout our school, and we are so proud to celebrate YOU! 💚 Congratulations, Mrs. Harris! You are truly GPE GREAT! 🐊👏🏾 #GPE #SupportRelatedEmployeeOfTheYear #GroveParkProud #GrowingGreatGators #TheG3Way #CelebratingExcellence #TeamGPE

🌟 FULL CIRCLE. A LEGACY CONTINUES. 🌟 Congratulations to our 2026–2027 Grove Park Elementary Teacher of the Year, Mrs.Wine! 💚🐊 Mrs. Wine’s story is truly special. She attended Grove Park Elementary as a young child, returned to Grove Park to complete her internship, and now she is proudly serving as one of our educators — and representing Grove Park as our Teacher of the Year! This is more than an award. This is full circle. This is purpose. This is legacy. 💚 Mrs. Wine is a truly dedicated educator whose commitment extends far beyond the profession. She is deeply committed to the students, families, and community of Grove Park. To watch someone who once walked these halls as a child return as an educator and now be recognized as Teacher of the Year is a beautiful reminder of the impact a school can have across generations. Adding even more meaning to this moment, former Clay County Teacher of the Year, Mrs.Bailey, had the honor of passing the Grove Park Teacher of the Year Rock to Mrs. Wine. 🪨💚 This rock represents more than a title. It represents the strength, resilience, dedication, and legacy of the educators who have poured into Grove Park. On the back is a pledge — a reminder that carrying this honor also means carrying a commitment to our students, our school, and the work we do every day. From a Grove Park student… to intern… to educator… to Teacher of the Year. Mrs.Wine, you are a beautiful example of what it means to Grow at Grove Park and give back to the place that helped you grow. 🌱💚 Congratulations, Mrs. Wine! We are so proud of you! The rock has been passed. The legacy continues. 🐊💚 #GPE #TeacherOfTheYear #FullCircle #Legacy #TheG3Way #GrowingGreatGators #GroveParkProud #EducatorsMakeADifference

WHEN OUR FAMILIES SHOW UP, OUR CHILDREN KNOW THEY MATTER! 🐊💚 What a beautiful evening at Grove Park Elementary Open House! Our parents and families showed up ,and they showed OUT! Their presence sends a powerful message: “My child’s education matters to me, and I am here to be a part of it.” When families walk through our doors, connect with teachers, ask questions, celebrate their children, and build relationships with our staff, we are doing more than hosting an event, we are bridging the gap between school, home, and community. At Grove Park, we believe that educating children is a partnership. Our families continue to show us, time and time again, that they are willing to show up, support their children, and work alongside us to help our Gators grow. And we cannot forget the amazing GPE staff members who volunteered their time to make Open House special for our families! Your time, energy, smiles, and commitment did not go unnoticed. You continue to go above and beyond for our students and families, and we appreciate you more than words can say! When families show up, staff show up, and the community shows up , our children WIN! This is what #TheG3Way looks like. This is what Grove Park GREAT looks like. This is what happens when we bridge the gap and grow together. 🌱💚 Thank you, GPE families. Thank you, GPE staff. Thank you for showing up for our Gators! 🐊💚 #GroveParkProud #TheG3Way #GrowingGreatGators #BridgeTheGap #FamilyEngagement #CommunityPartnership #GPEGreat #TogetherWeGrow

When great minds think alike… the color coordination is REAL! ❤️🩶🖤 Principal Smith and Miss Wilkins must have been on the same wavelength because they showed up today with the exact same vision! ❤️ Red pants 🩶 GPE shirt 🖤 Red, gray & black No conversation. No planning. Just GREAT MINDS THINKING ALIKE! We love a little GPE style, school spirit, and teamwork! 🐊💚 #GreatMindsThinkAlike #GPEPride #GatorStyle #SchoolSpirit #TheG3Way #GrowingGreatGators

What a wonderful evening at our Open House Expo! 💚 Thank you to all the amazing students and families who joined us to connect, explore our classrooms, learn about curriculum goals, and kick off a fantastic school year together. We are truly Stronger Together!