Grove Park Elementary
8:30 AM-2:42 PM | Grades: K-6 | Phone: 904-336-1275
Our new students had an amazing time at our school tour! They learned all about our school’s core values, explored the many programs and opportunities we offer, visited classrooms and met teachers, and enjoyed a fun tour of our campus.
We also had Grove Park giveaways and lots of smiles as we welcomed our newest gators and families to our school community. We are so excited to begin this journey together and cannot wait to see our students learn, grow, and thrive this school year!
At our school, we are committed to building relationships, creating a positive culture, and ensuring every student feels welcomed, supported, and ready for success from day one. Welcome to the family! 💚📚✨
It’s official—the elementary school chapter is complete! We are so proud of these 6th graders and all of their hard work!📚✨ #GroveParkElementary #6thGradeGrad #GatorsChomp #OntoTheNext
🚌 2026–2027 Bus Registration is NOW OPEN!
It’s time to start planning for the upcoming school year! Registering early allows our transportation team to build the safest and most efficient bus routes for all students.
How to Register (2 Quick Steps):
1️⃣ Access Your BusPlanner Parent Portal
Go to: sdcc.mybusplanner.com/Login
New users: Click "Create Account."
Returning users: Log in to your existing account.
2️⃣ Complete the Registration Form
Once logged into the BusPlanner Parent Portal, click on Parent →Online Forms and Requests→2026-2027 Student Transportation Opt-In
OR
Go to our website at oneclay.net/bus and click on the 26-27 Bus Registration Form button
📍 Quick Eligibility Check:
2+ Miles: Students living 2 or more miles from school qualify for transportation.
🛡️ IEP Students: If your child has specialized transportation through an IEP, no registration is needed. It is already taken care of!
🚶 Walk Zones: Info on hazardous walking conditions and courtesy rider requests on our website at oneclay.net/bus
📧 Questions? Visit the CCDS Transportation website at oneclay.net/bus or email our routing team at routing@myoneclay.net.
⏰ Don’t wait! Register early to ensure smooth routing for the first day of school!
#OneClay #Transportation #BusRegistration #SafetyFirst
It’s time to start planning for the upcoming school year! Registering early allows our transportation team to build the safest and most efficient bus routes for all students.
How to Register (2 Quick Steps):
1️⃣ Access Your BusPlanner Parent Portal
Go to: sdcc.mybusplanner.com/Login
New users: Click "Create Account."
Returning users: Log in to your existing account.
2️⃣ Complete the Registration Form
Once logged into the BusPlanner Parent Portal, click on Parent →Online Forms and Requests→2026-2027 Student Transportation Opt-In
OR
Go to our website at oneclay.net/bus and click on the 26-27 Bus Registration Form button
📍 Quick Eligibility Check:
2+ Miles: Students living 2 or more miles from school qualify for transportation.
🛡️ IEP Students: If your child has specialized transportation through an IEP, no registration is needed. It is already taken care of!
🚶 Walk Zones: Info on hazardous walking conditions and courtesy rider requests on our website at oneclay.net/bus
📧 Questions? Visit the CCDS Transportation website at oneclay.net/bus or email our routing team at routing@myoneclay.net.
⏰ Don’t wait! Register early to ensure smooth routing for the first day of school!
#OneClay #Transportation #BusRegistration #SafetyFirst
To our 6th grade graduates: Go forth with confidence, be geniuses in all that you do, and make the most of every opportunity that comes your way. Dream big, work hard, and never stop believing in yourselves. The future is yours to create.
— Principal Smith
Don't wait until the last minute! 🎒 Reduce school-season stress by scheduling your children's health appointments today with the Florida Dept. of Health in Clay County. Call 904-529-2800 or visit Clay.FloridaHealth.gov. 📞
Strengthening Communication and Supporting Student Growth: Happy National Speech-Language Pathologists Day! 🌟💬
Today we celebrate National Speech-Language Pathologists Day! We are incredibly proud of the dedicated SLPs across Clay County District Schools who work tirelessly to help our students find their voices and build the confidence to succeed. Their specialized expertise helps our students break down communication barriers and reach their full potential in the classroom and beyond.
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and show our amazing SLPs how much we appreciate their dedication to our students! ❤️
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #OneClayCelebrates #SpeechLanguagePathologistsDay #SchoolSLP
Today we celebrate National Speech-Language Pathologists Day! We are incredibly proud of the dedicated SLPs across Clay County District Schools who work tirelessly to help our students find their voices and build the confidence to succeed. Their specialized expertise helps our students break down communication barriers and reach their full potential in the classroom and beyond.
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and show our amazing SLPs how much we appreciate their dedication to our students! ❤️
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #OneClayCelebrates #SpeechLanguagePathologistsDay #SchoolSLP
🏆 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
#OneClay #ClayCounty #History #Civics #TeacherExcellence #CommunitySupport
🌟 If you purchased a yearbook, you’re officially invited to our Glow Party on May 27th at Grove Park (1:15–2:30 PM)! 🎶
Limited yearbooks are still available on MySchoolBucks. Buy yours now to get your invite! 🎟️✨ #YearbookGlowParty #SchoolSpirit
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! 👇
#ClayCountyArts #StudentArtShow #SupportTheArts #ClayCountySchools #OneClay
Get ready to be inspired! 🎨✨ The 37th Annual Student Art Show is almost here, and you won’t want to miss the incredible talent from our Clay County students. Join us at the Thrasher-Horne Conference Center for a weekend filled with creativity, community, and color! 🖌️🌈
#ClayCountyArts #StudentArtShow #SupportTheArts #CommunityStrong #FutureArtists
Our 6th graders traded their backpacks for shields yesterday as they journeyed back to the age of chivalry at Medieval Times! From cheering on brave knights to feasting like royalty (yes, with their hands!), it was a day full of fun! 💚🐊🛡️
#6thGradeFieldTrip #MedievalTimes #GPE
Join us for our upcoming school tours to see where the magic happens, meet our team, and get all your questions answered. Let's elevate to great together! 🚀💚
#SchoolTour #GatorPride
After a week of construction, our 1st graders successfully erupted their volcanoes today.
Our 5th-grade science students visited to provide hands-on assistance and guidance during the eruption phase of the project. 🌋🧪🥼
#StudentLeaders #STEM #VolcanoConstruction
A huge THANK YOU to our incredible community partners, sponsors, administrators, faculty, and staff for helping make Teacher Appreciation Week at Grove Park Elementary so special! ❤️🐊
Because of your generosity, support, and kindness, our teachers truly felt celebrated, appreciated, and loved all week long. From delicious treats and coffee to meals, donations, and helping hands, every contribution helped us create an unforgettable week for the amazing educators who pour into our students every single day.
Special thanks to:
💚 First Baptist Church of Orange Park
💚The Donut Shop
💚 Metro Diner
💚 Red Owl Coffee
💚 Woman’s Club of Orange Park
💚 Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity
💚 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
💚 Dairy Queen
💚 Our GPE administrators
💚 Our amazing Grove Park faculty and staff (Ms. Mapes, Officer Mac, Ms. Altwater)
💚 Scentsy (Ms. Moralas)
Your support helped us continue Elevating Greatness every single day! Thank you for believing in our school, our staff, and our mission. 🐊✨
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #GrowingGreatGators #ElevatingGreatness #GroveParkElementary
5th Grade Parents pitched in to help encourage our students to do their best on their F.A.S.T assessment. We love our village! 💚🐊
#5thGrade #Encouragement #GPE
Western chic/Rodeo Day was super fun today! 🤠👢
Boots on the Ground” for our teachers is definitely a success. From the western fits to the school spirit, our staff showed up and showed out today. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make Teacher Appreciation Week extra special! 💚✨
#BootsOnTheGround #TeacherAppreciationWeek #WesternChic #GroveParkStrong
🚌 2026–2027 Bus Registration is NOW OPEN!
It’s time to start planning for the upcoming school year! Registering early allows our transportation team to build the safest and most efficient bus routes for all students.
How to Register (2 Quick Steps):
1️⃣ Access Your BusPlanner Parent Portal
Go to: sdcc.mybusplanner.com/Login
New users: Click "Create Account."
Returning users: Log in to your existing account.
2️⃣ Complete the Registration Form
Once logged into the BusPlanner Parent Portal, click on Parent →Online Forms and Requests→2026-2027 Student Transportation Opt-In
OR
Go to our website at oneclay.net/bus and click on the 26-27 Bus Registration Form button
📍 Quick Eligibility Check:
2+ Miles: Students living 2 or more miles from school qualify for transportation.
🛡️ IEP Students: If your child has specialized transportation through an IEP, no registration is needed. It is already taken care of!
🚶 Walk Zones: Info on hazardous walking conditions and courtesy rider requests on our website at oneclay.net/bus
📧 Questions? Visit the CCDS Transportation website at oneclay.net/bus or email our routing team at routing@myoneclay.net.
⏰ Don’t wait! Register early to ensure smooth routing for the first day of school!
#OneClay #Transportation #BusRegistration #SafetyFirst
It’s time to start planning for the upcoming school year! Registering early allows our transportation team to build the safest and most efficient bus routes for all students.
How to Register (2 Quick Steps):
1️⃣ Access Your BusPlanner Parent Portal
Go to: sdcc.mybusplanner.com/Login
New users: Click "Create Account."
Returning users: Log in to your existing account.
2️⃣ Complete the Registration Form
Once logged into the BusPlanner Parent Portal, click on Parent →Online Forms and Requests→2026-2027 Student Transportation Opt-In
OR
Go to our website at oneclay.net/bus and click on the 26-27 Bus Registration Form button
📍 Quick Eligibility Check:
2+ Miles: Students living 2 or more miles from school qualify for transportation.
🛡️ IEP Students: If your child has specialized transportation through an IEP, no registration is needed. It is already taken care of!
🚶 Walk Zones: Info on hazardous walking conditions and courtesy rider requests on our website at oneclay.net/bus
📧 Questions? Visit the CCDS Transportation website at oneclay.net/bus or email our routing team at routing@myoneclay.net.
⏰ Don’t wait! Register early to ensure smooth routing for the first day of school!
#OneClay #Transportation #BusRegistration #SafetyFirst
“Boots on the Ground” for our teachers’ Western Hat Day was a huge success! 🤠👢
Our staff and students showed up and showed out in their western gear while continuing to do what they do best, support, inspire, and lead our students every day. Teacher Appreciation Week has been full of fun, laughter, and well-deserved recognition for the incredible educators at Grove Park Elementary School.
#BootsOnTheGround #TeacherAppreciationWeek #GrowingGreatGators
Ensuring a Safe and Healthy Environment: Happy National School Nurse Day! 🩺💙
Today, we are celebrating the dedicated health experts who keep our students safe and ready for the classroom every single day. Our school nurses bring specialized medical knowledge to our campuses, ensuring that every child is well-cared for while they are away from home.
They do so much more than just hand out bandages; they manage important health needs and provide the professional oversight that allows our students to focus on their studies with confidence. We are so proud of the expertise and care they bring to our Clay County District Schools families!
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and give our amazing school nurses a huge "Thank You" for all they do! 🌟💗
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #SchoolNurseDay #HealthyClay #OneClay
Today, we are celebrating the dedicated health experts who keep our students safe and ready for the classroom every single day. Our school nurses bring specialized medical knowledge to our campuses, ensuring that every child is well-cared for while they are away from home.
They do so much more than just hand out bandages; they manage important health needs and provide the professional oversight that allows our students to focus on their studies with confidence. We are so proud of the expertise and care they bring to our Clay County District Schools families!
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and give our amazing school nurses a huge "Thank You" for all they do! 🌟💗
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #SchoolNurseDay #HealthyClay #OneClay
👢 Boots on the Ground & Dress-Up Days are in FULL effect! ⚡️
Our teachers and students are showing UP and showing OUT all week long!💚
From creative outfits to nonstop school spirit, the energy has been unmatched!
This is how we celebrate our teachers at Grove Park… BIG love, BIG fun, BIG pride! 🐊✨
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #BootsOnTheGround #DressUpDays #GrowingGreatGators #GroveParkElementary #GatorPride #TeacherStyle #SchoolSpirit
