Grove Park Elementary
8:30 AM-2:42 PM | Grades: K-6 | Phone: 904-336-1275
Ms. Goulet’s 6th-grade scientists put their lab safety and material handling skills to the test with a hands-on STEM challenge!
Students had just three minutes to recreate 3D shapes using Play-Doh and toothpicks to earn full credit. To wrap up, they competed to build the tallest freestanding structure in eight minutes, with bonus points awarded for holding three pieces of paper at the top!
Check out our future engineers hard at work! 🌟🧪✨
We have some AMAZING teachers at GPE, and we are so proud to partner with UNF to support the next generation of educators. 💚
Because great teachers don’t just teach, they grow great teachers! 🐊📚✨
#TheG3Way #ElevateToGreat #GrowingGreatTeachers #GPE
We loved seeing our students and staff rocking their green and Grove Park gear today. Thank you for bringing so much Gator pride and energy to our halls! 💚✨ #GPE #GatorGreen
Mark your calendars! The Kona Ice truck will be visiting us on Wednesday, August 26th!🍧
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or head to customer.kona-ice.com using code K863X423202.
⏰ Pre-pay deadline: Monday, 8/24 by 12:00 PM (Noon).
💵 Cash is also accepted on event day (no bills larger than $20, please).
💚 20% of all sales will be donated back to our school!
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
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
Learning happens at every level here at Grove Park Elementary! Today we welcomed UNF Teacher Candidates to tour our classrooms and see active student engagement in action. We are excited to support the next generation of educators as they grow alongside our amazing students!🐊🦅 #GPE #Mentorship #G3Way
The first week of school is officially in the books! Seeing our classrooms filled with curious students and dedicated staff working side by side reminds us why Grove Park is such a special place to grow.
#GroveParkElementary #BackToSchool2026
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
UNF and Grove Park Elementary are breeding excellence! 💚🐊🎓
This cohort from Clay County has six doctoral candidates who either currently work at Grove Park or have been part of the Grove Park family. That is not a coincidence that’s a culture of excellence, leadership, growth, and possibility.
At Grove Park, we don’t just educate students. we grow leaders, develop educators, and create opportunities for people to reach new heights. From the classroom to the doctoral classroom, the Gator legacy continues!
We breed excellence at Grove Park. We grow leaders. We elevate to great!
#GroveParkElementary #GatorPride #BreedExcellence #GrowLeaders #ElevateToGreat #UNF #DoctoralJourney #ClayCountySchools #Leadership #G3Way
Get ready to smile! Picture Day is coming up on Tuesday, August 25th.
Order your photos online using the link or by scanning the QR code on the flyer! #PictureDay #Smile📸
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
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
Registration is now open for the YMCA Before & After School Program for the 2026/2027 school year! Programs feature STEM, art, outdoor wellness, homework assistance, snacks, and more. Financial assistance is available for qualifying families.
Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit FCYMCA.org to sign up today!
Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit FCYMCA.org to sign up today!
It was a successful first day of school! 🐊 Today was filled with so much joy—families walking students in, friends reconnecting, and bright minds already hard at work. Our staff couldn't be more excited to guide, teach, and cheer on our students for another amazing school year. Here’s to a year of growth, learning, and strong connections! #GroveParkGators #GatorFamily #FirstDayFun
DAY 1 EXPECTATIONS ARE IN FULL EFFECT!
Our Practice Academy is in full swing as we move throughout campus, reviewing and reinforcing our Gator Expectations for all common areas! 📚
We’re setting the tone from Day 1, learning what it means to be Respectful, Responsible, Safe, and Kind in every space, every day.
At Grove Park, we don’t just talk about expectations, we practice them! 🐊
Elevate to Great! The G3 Way!
#GroveParkElementary #GatorExpectations #TheG3Way #ElevateToGreat #Day1
🎒 Welcome Back, OneClay Students! 🎒
The wait is officially over—our hallways, classrooms, and campuses are buzzing with excitement because our students are back on campus! The energy across the district is absolutely electric today, and we could not be more thrilled to welcome you back for the 2026-2027 school year! ✨🏫
You are walking through our doors today as absolute history-makers! Last year, our incredible students, educators, and staff smashed records by achieving the HIGHEST points total in our district’s history, while proudly maintaining our prestigious A-rating since 2018. We are so proud of everything you’ve achieved, and we know this year is going to be even bigger, brighter, and better! 📈💪
Whether you are stepping onto a new campus for the first time or returning to continue your journey, we are so incredibly glad you are here. Your smiles, your potential, and your dreams are the true heartbeat of this district. Let's get ready for an amazing year of learning, growing, and Discovering Endless Possibilities together!
Have the absolute best first day, Team OneClay! Let’s do this! ✏️
❤️ Show your excitement: Give this post a like to celebrate Day 1 and wish our students an incredible year ahead!
#WelcomeBackOneClay #OneClayStudents #BackToSchool2026 #ClayCountySchools #FLEducation #DiscoveringEndlessPossibilities
The backpacks are packed, and the alarms are set! 🎒⏰
As our students head back to class tomorrow morning for the first day of the new school year, it’s the perfect time for a quick refresher on getting to school safely. Whether you walk, ride, or drive, we all play a part in keeping our school community safe.
Check out these tips to help us all arrive safe:
🚶♂️ WALK SAFE!
Heads Up, Phone Down! Stay alert and aware of your surroundings.
Use sidewalks and cross only at corners and crosswalks.
Look LEFT-RIGHT-LEFT before crossing.
Be seen!
🚲 RIDE SAFE! (Bikes, E-Bikes, & E-Scooters)
Helmet On: Wear a helmet—it’s the LAW for riders under 16!
Obey all traffic laws, stop signs, and traffic lights.
Ride with traffic, stay off your phone, and yield to walkers on the sidewalk.
E-Riders: You are fast and quiet. Drivers don't always expect you—be extra alert and slow down at intersections!
🚌 BUS SAFE!
Wait in a safe place well away from the road.
Board or cross ONLY when the driver gives you the "OK" signal.
Stay seated and keep the aisle clear.
Drivers: Please review the "School Bus Safety Rules" graphic below so you know exactly when you MUST stop!
🚗 DRIVE SAFE!
Slow down, especially in school zones.
Expect the unexpected—look twice for kids at every intersection, driveway, and crosswalk.
Give bicyclists at least 3 feet of clearance.
Put the phone away, no texting, and focus on the road.
Let's work together to make the first day back a safe one. Share this post with your students and neighbors to help spread the word!
Be Seen. Be Smart. Be Safe.
We can't wait to see you tomorrow! 📚✨
As our students head back to class tomorrow morning for the first day of the new school year, it’s the perfect time for a quick refresher on getting to school safely. Whether you walk, ride, or drive, we all play a part in keeping our school community safe.
Check out these tips to help us all arrive safe:
🚶♂️ WALK SAFE!
Heads Up, Phone Down! Stay alert and aware of your surroundings.
Use sidewalks and cross only at corners and crosswalks.
Look LEFT-RIGHT-LEFT before crossing.
Be seen!
🚲 RIDE SAFE! (Bikes, E-Bikes, & E-Scooters)
Helmet On: Wear a helmet—it’s the LAW for riders under 16!
Obey all traffic laws, stop signs, and traffic lights.
Ride with traffic, stay off your phone, and yield to walkers on the sidewalk.
E-Riders: You are fast and quiet. Drivers don't always expect you—be extra alert and slow down at intersections!
🚌 BUS SAFE!
Wait in a safe place well away from the road.
Board or cross ONLY when the driver gives you the "OK" signal.
Stay seated and keep the aisle clear.
Drivers: Please review the "School Bus Safety Rules" graphic below so you know exactly when you MUST stop!
🚗 DRIVE SAFE!
Slow down, especially in school zones.
Expect the unexpected—look twice for kids at every intersection, driveway, and crosswalk.
Give bicyclists at least 3 feet of clearance.
Put the phone away, no texting, and focus on the road.
Let's work together to make the first day back a safe one. Share this post with your students and neighbors to help spread the word!
Be Seen. Be Smart. Be Safe.
We can't wait to see you tomorrow! 📚✨
🎭 Enroll Now: Salvation Army School for Performing Arts (2026–2027)
Classes start in August for youth and adults! Space is limited—register by Sept 3, 2026.
Tuesday Classes (Aug 18 – May 4)
Youth (Ages 5–18): Music Theater, Jazz, Tap ($6/wk or $180/yr)
Adult Beginners (18+): Piano, Guitar (Max 5 students; $10/wk or $300/yr)
Thursday Classes (Aug 20 – May 6)
Youth (Ages 5–19): Ballet, Hip Hop, Piano, Percussion, Guitar ($6/wk or $180/yr; instruments start at age 7)
📞 Register / Info:
Contact Kim Lewis: (904) 276-6677 ext. 4310 | kim.lewis@uss.salvationarmy.org
🎒 The First Day of School is Tuesday, August 11th! 🎒
Clay County families, we are so excited to welcome our students back for the 2026–2027 school year! To ensure your family is set up for a smooth and stress-free first day, please take a moment to review all essential information on our back-to-school hub:
👉 OneClay.net/BackToSchool
Here is a quick checklist of what to double-check before Tuesday morning:
⏰ School Start & End Times: Verify exact bell schedules and arrival times for your student's specific campus.
🚌 Transportation & Bus Information: Confirm bus route numbers, pickup/drop-off times, and stop locations.
🍎 Breakfast & Lunch Details: Check cafeteria menus, meal prices, and meal account setups.
📱 Communication & Focus Portal: Ensure you have downloaded the OneClay Focus app to access schedules, grades, and attendance, and check that your primary OneClay app is updated for direct messaging and school announcements.
📝 Supplies & Calendars: Review grade-level supply lists and save important academic calendar dates.
We can’t wait to see our students back in the classroom! Let's make this year extraordinary. ✨
#OneClay #BackToSchool #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #DiscoveringEndlessPossibilities
Clay County families, we are so excited to welcome our students back for the 2026–2027 school year! To ensure your family is set up for a smooth and stress-free first day, please take a moment to review all essential information on our back-to-school hub:
👉 OneClay.net/BackToSchool
Here is a quick checklist of what to double-check before Tuesday morning:
⏰ School Start & End Times: Verify exact bell schedules and arrival times for your student's specific campus.
🚌 Transportation & Bus Information: Confirm bus route numbers, pickup/drop-off times, and stop locations.
🍎 Breakfast & Lunch Details: Check cafeteria menus, meal prices, and meal account setups.
📱 Communication & Focus Portal: Ensure you have downloaded the OneClay Focus app to access schedules, grades, and attendance, and check that your primary OneClay app is updated for direct messaging and school announcements.
📝 Supplies & Calendars: Review grade-level supply lists and save important academic calendar dates.
We can’t wait to see our students back in the classroom! Let's make this year extraordinary. ✨
#OneClay #BackToSchool #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #DiscoveringEndlessPossibilities
🚲 Heads Up, Clay! Arrive Safe! 🛴
With students heading back to class this week, bike racks across Clay County are filling up fast! Whether you're riding a traditional bike, e-bike, or e-scooter, safety starts before you even step on the pedals.
Keep these quick tips in mind for a smooth ride:
Obey the Rules: Follow all traffic laws, stop signs, and signals.
Go with the Flow: Always ride with the flow of traffic, not against it.
Stay Alert: Ditch the distractions, look ahead, and watch for hazards.
Be Seen & Predictable: Use hand signals when turning or stopping so drivers know your next move.
Protect Your Brain: Wear a helmet—it’s Florida law for riders under 16!
⚡ E-Bike & E-Scooter Riders: Watch your speed and slow down near pedestrian zones and crosswalks!
Let’s make this school year the safest one yet! 🎒✨
#OneClay #BeSeen #BeSmart #BeSafe #BikeSafety #ArriveSafe #SchoolSafety
Pre-Planning Week 2026 was a BLAST! 🐊💚
What a week! From our Welcome Back Breakfast to our celebration lunch with a special visit from our Superintendent, meeting our newest Gators at Meet the Teacher, and giving back to our families with free haircuts, free hairstyles, and school supplies, we packed the week with purpose, joy, and plenty of Gator spirit! 💚
This week was about so much more than preparing classrooms. It was about learning, bonding, laughing, building relationships, and making memories together. We took time to reconnect as a team, welcome new faces, celebrate one another, and prepare for another incredible year at Grove Park Elementary.
I am so grateful for this amazing team and the heart you bring to our school each and every day.
We laughed. We learned. We connected. We prepared. And now… WE’RE READY!
Here’s to an even BETTER year as we continue to Elevate to Great — The G3 Way! 🐊💚
#GroveParkElementary #ElevateToGreat #TheG3Way #GrowingGreatGators #PrePlanningWeek #BackToSchool #TeamGPE #GatorPride
