Clay County District Schools is considering three options for school start times for the 2026-2027 school year, and your feedback is essential to this decision.
In 2025, Florida law (SB 296) granted our School Board the flexibility to decide the best bell times for our community. We are currently weighing three possibilities:
Option A: Keep bell times exactly as they are now.
Option B: Elementary schools start first (7:20 AM), High Schools start last (9:40 AM).
Option C: Swap Elementary and Senior High times (High School starts at 8:30 AM).
Each option has different impacts on transportation costs, extracurriculars, and student sleep patterns. We want to know what works best for your family!
👉 Review the details and take the survey here: oneclay.net/starttime
🚦 RED LIGHT, GREEN LIGHT: Grammar Edition! 🚦
We put our literacy skills through a rigorous driving test last Friday! Our students had to prove they could spot grammar potholes to earn their ‘literacy license.’ The rules were simple:
🟢 Green Light: The sentence is good to go!
🔴 Red Light: STOP! There’s a grammatical error.
Students who held up a Red card had to explain the "traffic violation" (missing commas, rogue quotation marks, or capitalization crashes) to move forward. Loved seeing them race to explain why a sentence had to hit the brakes!
Our road to literacy was packed with successful drivers. Congratulations to our first-place finishers, pictured here, along with the dozens of other grammar license winners! Our OLJ Literacy Elective classes are officially a crash-free zone!
Monday, March 2: (Today)
Baseball vs. Lakeside | 4:15 PM (Home)
Softball vs. Lakeside | 4:15 PM (Home)
Thursday, March 5:
Baseball vs. Lake Asbury | 4:15 PM (Home)
Softball vs. Lake Asbury | 4:15 PM (Home)
Track Meet vs. Orange Park Jr. @ Orange Park HS | 5:30 PM
Note: Thursday is the last chance to catch our baseball and softball teams at home this season. Don't miss it!
This week, March 2–6, we are celebrating National School Breakfast Week with a special theme: "The Quest for School Breakfast." We believe every student deserves a heroic start to their day, and our cafeterias are ready to serve up the nutritious "treasure" they need to stay energized and focused in the classroom.
From fresh fruit to whole grains, our breakfast "knights" are ready to fuel your student's academic journey! 🍎🥛✨
Give this post a ❤️ if your student is ready to join the quest!
#OneClay #NSBW26 #QuestForBreakfast #SchoolBreakfast #FuelForLearning
From March 1–7, we are honoring the dedicated professionals at Clay County District Schools who work tirelessly to support our students' emotional and social well-being. These amazing individuals are truly igniting change and inspiring futures every single day.
School social workers bridge the gap between home, school, and the community to ensure every student has the tools they need to succeed. We are so grateful for the heart and dedication they bring to our campuses! 💙✨
How you can show support:
Give this post a ❤️ to help us celebrate our incredible social work team!
Share this post to help us spread awareness about the vital role they play in our schools.
#OneClay #SSWWeek2026 #UniteToIgnite #SchoolSocialWork #CCDS
Here is what’s on the calendar for March 2026:
📜 Women’s History Month: Honoring the trailblazing women who inspire our students every day.
🍎 National Nutrition Month: Fueling our bodies to empower our minds!
📚 National Reading Month: Get lost in a good book and celebrate the power of literacy.
🎨 Arts, Music, & Theatre: Celebrating Arts Education Month in Florida, along with Music and Theatre in Our Schools! 🎶🎭
We are so proud of the incredible range of talents and interests our students show every day. Give us a ❤️ if you're ready for an amazing month of learning!
#OneClay #ClayCounty #WomensHistoryMonth #NationalReadingMonth #ArtsEducation #FloridaSchools
Today, February 28th, is the final day to enter the OneClay VPK Lottery for the 2026-2027 school year. 🎒✨
Make sure you have your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) ready to submit and head over to our website to secure your spot in the lottery before the window closes tonight.
🔗 Apply Here: OneClay.net/vpk-registration
#OneClay #VPK #ClayCounty #Education #RegisterNow
How safe is your family’s digital world? 🌐
Clay County District Schools, in partnership with the Clay County Sheriff's Office, invites you to Connected & Protected: Safety in a Digital World. We’re pulling back the curtain on digital risks and giving you the "armor" you need to stay secure.
This FREE event is dedicated to mastering your digital environment with experts covering:
🛡️ Cyberbullying & Threats
📱 Dangerous Apps & Inappropriate Content
🔐 Privacy, Scams, & Identity Theft
🛑 Child Exploitation Awareness
📅 When: March 26th | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (doors open at 6:00 pm)
📍 Where: Fleming Island High Teacher Training Center (TTC)
🚚 Bonus: Visit with local agencies and grab a bite from the food trucks on-site!
⚠️ Note: * Mature content may not be suitable for youth. We highly recommend parent, caregiver, or guardian attendance-only.
Register today by scanning the QR code in the image or following this link: https://forms.gle/rHH7pS13gD4dj7Lv8.
#OneClay #CCSO #ClayCounty #DigitalSafety #ConnectedAndProtected
Stop by Panera Bread - Oakleaf Town Center between 4:00–8:00 PM, enjoy a delicious meal, and be sure to mention our cheer team when you order!
✨ 25% of all proceeds will go directly toward purchasing new mats for our team.
Can’t make it for dinner? No problem! 💻🥗
Use the code FUND4U in the Panera app any time today, and we’ll still receive a portion of those proceeds!
Dinner plans are made — and you’ll be supporting an amazing group of athletes at the same time. We can’t wait to see you tonight! 💙📣
Florida Prepaid’s annual Open Enrollment is now live, and new tools make planning simple and affordable.
Here’s what’s new:
A redesigned website to help you build a personalized plan in minutes
Flexible Prepaid Plan options — pay for one year at a time or choose what fits your budget
Low monthly payments starting at just $29
The sooner you start, the more you save. Lock in today’s college costs and take the first step toward your child’s future with a Florida Prepaid 529 Plan.
Enroll now at https://bit.ly/4a5ol0C
Come out and support the OJH Cheer Team this Friday at Panera in Oakleaf Town Center!
Grilled cheese and soup for Lenten Friday?
Grab dinner, a sweet treat, or your favorite mac & cheese while helping our team reach our goals for the season! 🖤💛
Bring your friends, bring your family, and let’s pack Panera with Jacket spirit! 🐝
Time: Friday 2/27/2026 4pm-8pm
Location: Panera – Oakleaf Town Center
We hope to see you there! 📣
📲 Use code FUND4U for all-day online, Rapid Pick-Up, and delivery orders
We are hosting a Bus Driver Hiring Event TOMORROW, Feb 25th, and we want to meet you! If you’re looking for a rewarding career with great benefits and a $500 sign-on bonus, this is your sign.
🗓 When: Wednesday, Feb 25, 2026
⏰ Two Sessions: 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Where: 3674 County Rd. 220, Middleburg, FL 32068
Why join us?
✅ Competitive pay & career advancement
✅ Paid training (we help you get ready!)
✅ $500 Sign-on Bonus!
Don't wait—apply online today at oneclay.net and come see us tomorrow!
#OneClay #ClayCounty #HiringEvent #BusDrivers #JoinOurTeam #FloridaJobs
It’s a busy week at Oakleaf Junior High! Come out and support our athletes as they take the field and the track. Pack the stands and bring that energy!
(2/23): Baseball & Softball vs. Wilkinson | Home | 4:15 PM
(2/26): HOME TRACK MEET | vs. Lakeside Jr & Lake Asbury Jr | 5:30 PM
Location: Middleburg High School Track
(2/27): Baseball & Softball vs. Keystone | Home | 4:15 PM
📐 Math is Anything But a Spectator Sport! 🧠
Our Clay County District Schools (CCDS) mathletes proved they have the grit and the logic to compete with the best! We are incredibly proud of the students who represented our district at the Northeast Florida Chapter MATHCOUNTS Competition last Friday.
These dedicated students have spent months mastering complex concepts to compete against the brightest minds in the region. Whether tackling individual challenges or collaborating as a team, their passion for problem-solving was on full display.
🏆 Special Recognition:
Junior Varsity 2nd Place Team: Oakleaf Junior High 🥈
Overall Most Improved School: Lake Asbury Junior High 📈
Overall Coach of the Year: Tiffany Walthour, Oakleaf Junior High 🍎
A huge congratulations to all our competitors for your hard work and for representing your schools and CCDS with excellence:
Green Cove Junior High
Lake Asbury Junior High
Lakeside Junior High
Oakleaf Junior High
Orange Park Junior High
Wilkinson Junior High
Finally, a big thank you to our dedicated team coaches who spent countless hours preparing these students for success!
#MATHCOUNTS #NEFL #STEM #Mathletes #OneClay #FutureEngineers #ProblemSolvers #ClayCounty #MakeAnImpact
Varsity: Placed 13th overall and earned the TOP score among all Clay County schools! Way to keep Oakleaf at the top of the county rankings! 🥇
JV: Secured an impressive 2nd Place out of 12 teams! 🥈
We are so proud of your hard work and sharp minds. Way to represent, Oakleaf!
This Public Schools Week, we’re celebrating what makes us an "A" rated district and the premier destination for families in our community. From our youngest learners to our graduating seniors, we provide a level of service and opportunity that others simply can't match! 🏆
What sets Clay County District Schools apart?
🎓 Proven Success: A powerhouse 97% graduation rate that shows we don't just enroll students—we lead them to the finish line.
🚀 College & Career Ready: Elite academic rigor through AICE and IB programs, plus industry-certified CTE programs that jumpstart careers.
❤️ Support for All: Robust VPK programs to start your child’s journey right, and comprehensive ESE services with specialized staff and resources that charter and private schools often don't provide.
🎭 The Full Experience: We offer the activities that build character and community—from championship Athletics and award-winning Fine Arts to vibrant student clubs and leadership programs.
When you choose Clay County District Schools, you aren't just choosing a school—you're choosing a district that invests in the whole child, from their first day of Pre-K to their walk across the graduation stage. 🎓💪
We are #publicschoolproud!
#PSW26 #ClayCountyProud #PublicSchoolsWeek #ChooseClay #ARated #97PercentGradRate #AICE #IB #CTE #ESE #VPK #Athletics #FineArts #OneClay
Superintendent’s Super Student of the Month: Bailey M.
Let’s give a massive round of applause to Bailey M. from Oakleaf Junior High, our Superintendent’s Junior High Super Student of the Month for February 2026! 🎶🎾
Bailey is an 8th grader who truly does it all. From her commitment to the Pre-AICE program to her participation in the Band and Tennis Club, she balances academics and extracurriculars with grace. As a WEB Leader, she has gone above and beyond to welcome others, ensuring every student feels included and respected.
What makes Bailey truly special is her "gentle leadership." While she may be humble and soft-spoken, her actions speak volumes. She is known for her "bright aura," her helpful nature in the classroom, and the way she goes out of her way to help her peers understand tough concepts. She is a loyal friend, a dedicated student, and a wonderful citizen of Oakleaf Junior High who leads by example every single day. 🌟
We are incredibly proud of the positive impact Bailey has on everyone around her. She is a shining example of what it means to be a student-leader in Clay County!
Congratulations, Bailey! We can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll achieve in the future! 👏✨ Show your support by hitting that 'Heart' button or leaving a congratulatory comment below!
#SuperStudentOfTheMonth #JuniorHigh #OakleafJuniorHigh #OLJ #OneClay #ClayCounty #StudentSuccess #MakeAnImpact
New Year, New Layer of Protection
We’re proud to introduce a new collaboration with CCSO, K-9's on Campus Administrative Search Program!
Our four-legged deputies will be performing routine, random administrative sweeps across One Clay secondary school campuses to ensure a safe learning environment. It’s all part of our commitment to improving school safety through professional partnership and proactive measures.
Got a tip? Report it using FortifyFL.
For more information visit www.oneclay.net/safety/k9
#OneClay #CCSO #K-9sOnCampus #SafetyandSecurity
The wait is finally over! You can officially enter the lottery for the 2026-2027 school year.
Before you click "submit," make sure you have your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) ready to submit. This is a required step to complete your application!
📅 Lottery Window: February 15 – February 28, 2026
🔗 Apply Here: OneClay.net/vpk-registration
❓ Need Help? Call 904-336-9627 or email Registrations@MyOneClay.net
Don't wait! Please remember that the lottery is not first-come, first-served, but you must apply by February 28th. The window is short, so head over to our website today to secure your spot in the lottery.
#OneClay #VPK #EarlyLearning #ClayCounty #NowOpen
Big steps are coming, and we want you to feel right at home! Join us for an Expo Night to explore your future campus, meet your teachers, and discover the clubs and programs waiting for you.
📍 Reminder: We encourage families to attend the Expo at their zoned neighborhood school to connect with the specific staff and peers you'll be with next year!
Final High School Expos! 🎓
Don't miss the last two 9th Grade Expo Nights:
Tuesday, Feb 17: Middleburg High
Thursday, Feb 19: Keystone Heights High
Junior High Expos Kickoff! 🎒
Feb 17: Lakeside JH | 6:00 PM (Courtyard)
Feb 19: Wilkinson JH | 5:30 PM (Gym)
Feb 24: Green Cove Springs JH | 6:00 PM
Mar 03: Orange Park JH | 6:00 PM
Mar 09: Oakleaf JH | 5:30 PM
Mar 10: Lake Asbury JH | 6:00 PM
Why attend?
✅ Meet your future teachers & staff
✅ See the campus firsthand
✅ Discover clubs, sports, and elective programs
🔍 Not sure where to go? Find your zone here: oneclay.net/zone
See you there! 👋
#OneClay #JuniorHighExpo #9thGradeExpo #ClaySchools
