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

The Clothes Closet and Food Pantry will be in the GPE parking lot with their Mobile Food Pantry on September 12th. Scan the QR code for more details if you would like to attend!

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

🏫 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

🧪🦠 Science in Mrs. Lewis’s class! 🔬 Our 3rd graders conducted a hands-on investigation to model the importance of using soap to attack and remove germs! 🧼 They explored, asked questions, made observations, and discovered how scientists investigate the world around them. #HandsOnLearning #GermInvestigation

Setting the Standard: High Expectations Our teachers continue to set high expectations for learning and Tier 1 behavior across Grove Park Elementary. We are committed to creating classrooms where students know what is expected, are actively engaged in learning, and are held accountable for making positive choices. Thank you to our faculty and staff for being intentional, consistent, and proactive in reinforcing expectations. Consistency across classrooms, common areas, and throughout the school day is what helps our Gators thrive!

Our 3rd grade Gators in Mr Ragan’s class working with UNF interns to learn about the nature of science.  Collaboration + Data = SUCCESS!🐊

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

Kona Ice Was a Hit! 🍧🐊 Kona Ice at Grove Park Elementary was a HIT! 🎉 Our students were all smiles, excited, and happy to enjoy a sweet treat during their day! 💚 Missed Kona Ice this month? No worries! We’ll have them back on campus September 30! 🍧 #GPEGators #KonaIce #ElevateToGreat #GrowingGreatGators #GatorPride

GPE Faculty & Staff | 2026–2027! 🐊

New year. New energy. Same commitment to our Gators! 💚🖤

We are ready to Elevate to Great! and make 2026–2027 our best year yet. Together, we will continue growing great students, supporting one another, and creating a school community where everyone can thrive.

Here’s to an amazing year with an amazing team!

#GPEGators #ElevateToGreat #G3Way #GrowingGreatGators #GPE20262027

📣Reminder: Picture day is Tomorrow!

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

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