The OneClay VPK Lottery is ALMOST here!
The 2026-2027 VPK Elementary Lottery for Clay County District Schools officially opens on February 15th!
REMINDER: Don’t wait until the last minute! You MUST have your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) ready to upload when you apply. This is Step 1 in the VPK Lottery process.
Detailed VPK Lottery Registration Steps can be found at OneClay.net/vpk-registration.
For additional general information on VPK in OneClay visit OneClay.net/VPK.
We're here to help! If you have any questions concerning the VPK Lottery application process, please contact the District Registration Office at 904-336-9627, or email Registrations@MyOneClay.net.
The lottery window is short and runs from February 15 - 28, 2026. We recommend beginning Step 1 now so you don't miss out!
#OneClay #VPK #EarlyLearning
🗓️ Thursday, January 29, 2026 🕖 7:00 PM 📍 Thrasher-Horne Center (Main Stage)
#HonorBand #ClayCountyMusic #FineArts #OneClay
Join us for an exciting afternoon of hockey and community spirit as the Jacksonville Icemen welcome all of Clay County! ⛸️ The Jacksonville Icemen are partnering with Clay County District Schools to provide a wonderful afternoon full of family, hockey, and fun. 🏫✨
Grab your discounted tickets here: 🔗 www.jaxicemen.com/claycounty26
Bonus: Be sure to stay after the game to come onto the ice for Shots on Net! 🥅🏒
Get your tickets today! 🙌
Clay County Juniors and Seniors, this is the big one. Whether you’re looking to jump into a career, join the military, or find the perfect post-secondary program, the Career Fair is your one-stop shop!
🗺️ What to Expect:
Connect with representatives from nearly 100 businesses, colleges, and military recruiters. This is your chance to network, ask questions, and set your post-graduation plan in motion.
📅 When & Where:
Date: February 5, 2026
Location: Clay County Fairgrounds
Transportation: Provided! We’ll get you to and from your high school.
⚠️ IMPORTANT – READ CAREFULLY:
Priority Access: Space is limited! Priority is given to Seniors (12th Grade).
The Ticket In: You must get a permission slip from your school’s College & Career Coach and return it signed by a parent to attend.
Dress the Part: Professional attire and a stack of resumes are strongly encouraged. Make that first impression count!
✍️ How to Sign Up:
Register via your OneClay Portal and head to your College & Career Coach’s office ASAP to grab your permission slip.
Don't miss out—once spots are full, they're gone! 💼🎖️🎓
#OneClay #ClayCounty #CareerFair #ClassOf2026 #ClassOf2027 #FutureReady #EnlistEnrollEmploy
It is time to celebrate the incredible service, sacrifice, and commitment found right here in our community! The Clay County Board of County Commissioners is officially seeking nominations for two prestigious awards:
Veteran of the Year — Presented by VyStar Credit Union.
Volunteer of the Year — Presented by VyStar Credit Union.
📅 Mark Your Calendars
Nomination Deadline: Submit your heroes by Monday, March 16, 2026.
The Big Reveal: Honorees will be recognized on Saturday, April 25, 2026.
The Event: Join the celebration at Touch A Truck: Saluting Those Who Serve, a free community event at the Clay County Fairgrounds.
🔗 Nominate Now!
Don't miss the chance to give these local legends the recognition they deserve. Use the links below to submit your nomination:
🎖️ Veteran of the Year: bit.ly/ClayCo2025Vet
🤝 Volunteer of the Year: bit.ly/ClayCo2025Volunteer
ℹ️ General Info: bit.ly/ClayCo2025Nominate
Tonight’s All-County Theatre Showcase was a powerful reminder of why we love live performance. A huge congratulations to the incredible performers and tech geniuses from:
🎭 Fleming Island High 🎭 Keystone Heights Jr./Sr. High 🎭 Middleburg High 🎭 Oakleaf High 🎭 Ridgeview High
A massive standing ovation for our dedicated drama teachers—Tricia Williams, Sally Jackson, Maggie Tatro, Cameron Renfrow, Lindsay McDade, and Chloe Wilson. Your mentorship is the secret ingredient behind the magic!
Special shout-out to Chris Gugel, our Fine Arts Specialist, for his tireless work in supporting the arts across Clay County. Tonight was a masterpiece! 👏
Next stop: Spring musicals! Who’s ready? 🎟️
#AllCounty #TheatreKids #OneClay #StageMagic #ClayCountyArts #MakeAnImpact
🗓️ Tuesday, January 27, 2026 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 Thrasher-Horne Studio Theatre
Break a leg, students! 🌹
#ClayCountyTheatre #TheatreShowcase #DramaStudents #OneClayFineArts
A massive BRAVO to our incredible secondary chorus members who performed tonight at the 2026 All County Secondary Chorus! Tonight was a beautiful reminder of why music matters. Our secondary students joined voices for this special concert, and the result was stunning. Whether it was the delicate harmonies of the Treble Choruses or the energy of the Mixed Chorus, these performers proved that extraordinary things happen when we work together in harmony.
We are so proud of your dedication, your voices, and the way you represented our schools.
Special Thanks To:
Heather Bice, Choral Director at Ridgeview High School, for her tireless work in organizing and putting this entire event together.
Our amazing choral directors across the county. Your incredible work with our students was reflected in every note of tonight’s performances!
Our distinguished guest conductors for their expertise and for bringing out the best in our singers.
Christopher Gugel, our Fine Arts Specialist, for his leadership and continued support of the arts in our schools.
Bravo to everyone involved in making this amazing night happen! 👏✨
#ClayAllCounty2026 #ChoralMusic #MusicEducation #ProudMoment #SecondaryChorus #FineArts #ClayCountySchools #OneClay #MakeAnImpact
Attention current 8th grade students and families! 📢
It’s time to start your journey to high school. Join us for 9th Grade Expo Nights to get an "all-access pass" to your future campus. We encourage all families to attend the event at their zoned neighborhood school to meet the teachers and peers you'll be with next year! 🏠✨
Come explore everything waiting for our rising 9th graders:
📚 Academic Programs & Advanced Studies
🛠️ Premier Career + Technical Education (CTE) programs
🎨 Fine Arts & Creative Outlets
🏀 Meet Coaches & explore Athletics
🤝 Clubs & Student Activities
📍 Not sure where you're headed? Find your school zone: oneclay.net/zone
Check the flyer for your school's specific date. We can’t wait to see the Class of 2030 there! 🎒
#OneClay #HighSchoolReady #ClassOf2030 #MakeAnImpact #ClayCTE #8thGrade
This week, Clay County District Schools is celebrating the power of reading with the theme: Read, White, and Blue: Celebrating 250 Chapters of America.
We are especially excited to invite our youngest learners (VPK-2nd Grade) to our Early Literacy Night this Thursday! Join us for a fun-filled evening of guest readers, games, crafts, and more.
📅 When: Thursday, Jan. 29 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM 📍 Where: Fleming Island High - Teacher Training Center
Check out the flyer below for details. We can’t wait to see our little readers there! 📖✨
#CCDS #LiteracyWeekFL #ClayReads #EarlyLiteracy #ReadWhiteAndBlue
Join us for an evening of breathtaking vocal performances! 🎶 Our All County Secondary Chorus is bringing together the best voices from across the district for one night only - tonight!
🗓️ Monday, January 26, 2026 🕖 7:00 PM 📍 Thrasher-Horne Center (Main Stage)
Don’t miss this showcase of dedication and harmony. See you there! 👏
#ClayCountyChorus #SecondaryMusic #FineArts #OneClay
From choral harmonies and theatrical performances to incredible instrumental music and visual arts, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Come out and support the hard work of our students and educators!
📍 Location: Thrasher-Horne Center
🔗 Full Schedule: OneClay.net/FineArts
#ClayCountyFineArts #OneClay #SupportTheArts #SaveTheDate
