Oakleaf Junior High
9:30 AM-3:42 PM | Grades: 6th-8th | Phone: 904-336-5775
The 8th Grade Sign-Off Walk will go LIVE tomorrow at approximately 11:00 am. Tune in and make sure you're following the Oakleaf Jr High FACEBOOK Page! Let's celebrate our amazing Class of 2030!
🍎🥦 FREE Summer Meals for Kids in Clay County! ☀️🍗
Clay County District Schools Food & Nutrition Services is excited to announce our Summer 2026 Food Service Program! From June 8th to July 31st, all children ages 18 and under can receive free, nutritious meals.
No applications are required! We have two types of meal options available Monday through Friday depending on the location:
🚗 USDA Rural Sites (Off-Site Pick-up / Grab & Go)
Parents/children can pick up a hot lunch and a cold breakfast for the next day to enjoy at home!
⏰ Time: Monday – Friday, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Locations:
• Keystone Elementary, McRae Elementary, Shadowlawn Elementary, Wilkinson Elementary
🍽️ USDA Non-Rural Sites (On-Site Consumption / Dine-In)
Children must eat their hot meals at the school during the designated times.
⏰ Times: Monday – Friday | Breakfast: 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM | Lunch: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Locations:
• Argyle Elementary, Charles E. Bennett Elementary, Swimming Pen Creek Elementary, Orange Park Junior High
Please note: There will be no meal service on July 2nd–3rd in observance of Independence Day. Sites are subject to close based on participation.
Spread the word to neighbors and friends! Let’s keep our students healthy, fueled, and ready for fun all summer long. 🎒✨
🔗 For more information, visit our website at oneclay.net/fns
#ClayCountySchools #SummerMeals #ClayCountyFL #FreeSummerMeals #FuelingClayStudents #FoodAndNutrition #OneClay
On this Memorial Day, the #OneClay family joins our community in remembering the heroes who gave their lives for our country. The freedoms we enjoy every day are a direct result of their profound sacrifice.
We honor their memory today and always. ❤️🤍💙
#MemorialDay #RememberAndHonor
We honor their memory today and always. ❤️🤍💙
#MemorialDay #RememberAndHonor
🚨 Reminder: All schools and district offices will be closed tomorrow, Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
If you are heading out to the Riverfest celebration in Green Cove Springs tomorrow, be sure to stop by the CCDS tent to say hi! Our staff would love to see you there! 🍎👋
Have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day, and we'll see all of our students and staff back on Tuesday, May 26! ✨
If you are heading out to the Riverfest celebration in Green Cove Springs tomorrow, be sure to stop by the CCDS tent to say hi! Our staff would love to see you there! 🍎👋
Have a safe and meaningful Memorial Day, and we'll see all of our students and staff back on Tuesday, May 26! ✨
Oakleaf Yellow Jackets Cross Country
Calling All Runners!
Are you interested in joining the Oakleaf Yellow Jackets Cross Country
team? Whether you are a seasoned runner or looking to try a new sport,
build endurance, and stay in shape, we want you on the team! Come join
us at our upcoming interest meeting to learn more about the upcoming
season.
Meeting Details
● Date: Thursday, May 28th
● Time: 9:15 AM (0915)
● Location: The Gym
What We Will Cover
● Introductions to the coaching staff
● Summer conditioning dates and regular practice schedules
● Requirements for athletic clearance and sports physicals
● Expectations for the upcoming season
● Q&A for students and athletes
We look forward to seeing you there. Go Yellow Jackets!
Coach O’Shields
🚌 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
Please join us in congratulating our incredible Track & Field athlete, Bobbie Gibbs!
Bobbie competed at the State Championship this past weekend with his teammates and broke some incredible records along the way. Fantastic job, Bobbie!
Bobbie competed at the State Championship this past weekend with his teammates and broke some incredible records along the way. Fantastic job, Bobbie!
Gradventure Part 3!
OLJ 8th graders were all over Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure on Friday night. From roller coasters to the Wizarding World, they made the absolute most of having the park to themselves until midnight! Way to represent the HIVE!
Gradventure 2026: Part 2! Too many great moments not to share!
We captured so many awesome moments of OLJ 8th graders throughout the night last Friday. Here are more photos of the fun from our midnight takeover at Universal!
We captured so many awesome moments of OLJ 8th graders throughout the night last Friday. Here are more photos of the fun from our midnight takeover at Universal!
GRADVENTURE 2026!
What an absolutely unforgettable night! From the high-energy start to the sleepy, souvenir-loaded ride home early Saturday morning, our OLJ 8th graders had the BEST time celebrating the end of their junior high school journey!
They officially took over Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, crushed the coasters, explored the Wizarding World, and stayed up celebrating until midnight!
A massive shoutout to Ms. Baum and our amazing chaperones for surviving the night and making this legendary experience possible for our graduates! ❤️
(This is just the beginning! We have SO many incredible photos of the night, we couldn't fit them all in one post. Keep your eyes peeled for Part 2 and Part 3 coming up!
What an absolutely unforgettable night! From the high-energy start to the sleepy, souvenir-loaded ride home early Saturday morning, our OLJ 8th graders had the BEST time celebrating the end of their junior high school journey!
They officially took over Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, crushed the coasters, explored the Wizarding World, and stayed up celebrating until midnight!
A massive shoutout to Ms. Baum and our amazing chaperones for surviving the night and making this legendary experience possible for our graduates! ❤️
(This is just the beginning! We have SO many incredible photos of the night, we couldn't fit them all in one post. Keep your eyes peeled for Part 2 and Part 3 coming up!
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
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
The Lady Stingers Tea Party took place last Saturday at Oakleaf Jr. High School. The event represented sisterhood, support, teamwork, and the importance of taking time to celebrate one another. Motivational guest speakers included Principal Wilnitra Dixon, Annette Brooks, Anne Barrantine, and Whitney Kelly-Edwards! A special thank you to everyone who attended the Lady Stingers Tea Party 2026 and helped make it such a wonderful event!
🐝 What a Week of Appreciation! 💛
As Teacher Appreciation Week wraps up, the halls of Oakleaf Junior High are buzzing with gratitude. They say it takes a village, and this week, our HIVE proved that we have the best one in Clay County!
Our educators do so much more than teach—they spark curiosity, build confidence, and inspire the dreams of tomorrow. While we’ve been busy pouring into our students, our community spent the week pouring back into us.
We are so thankful for the incredible gestures that fueled our spirits all week:
From the morning Coffee Kick-Off and McDonald's Biscuits...
To the midday Nacho Bar, Flavored Water Station, and Yogurt bar...
Plus the All-Star Lunch, hot dogs fresh from the grill & sides, and the gifts of appreciation in our mailboxes!
To our teachers: You are the foundation of Oakleaf Jr. High. Your resilience and heart make this school a home. And to our community: Thank you for making us feel like the All-Stars you believe us to be.
Fill the Comments of this post with "Thank You’s" to the best staff! 🍎✨
🚌 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
Congratulations to the 2026–2027 OJH Cheer Team! We are excited to welcome this talented group of athletes and look forward to a wonderful season ahead.
Athletes selected for the team should check the OneClay app for their Cheer Team “Room,” where important information and updates will be posted. Go Yellowjackets!
Athletes selected for the team should check the OneClay app for their Cheer Team “Room,” where important information and updates will be posted. Go Yellowjackets!
🐝 Happy National School Nurse Day!
Today is National School Nurse Day, and we are buzzing with gratitude for the incredible team keeping our HIVE healthy! From managing medical needs to providing an ice pack and a comforting word, our school health staff are the epitome of care, comfort, and compassion.
A massive Yellow Jacket Thank You to our very own:
Annette Brooks, Nurse 🩺
Margaret Espinosa, Health Assistant 🩹
Thank you both for your tireless dedication to ensuring our students are healthy, safe, and ready to learn every single day. Oakleaf Jr. High wouldn't be the same without you!
Add a HEART or a special note, and send some love to Nurse Brooks and Ms. Espinosa today! ❤️
Today is National School Nurse Day, and we are buzzing with gratitude for the incredible team keeping our HIVE healthy! From managing medical needs to providing an ice pack and a comforting word, our school health staff are the epitome of care, comfort, and compassion.
A massive Yellow Jacket Thank You to our very own:
Annette Brooks, Nurse 🩺
Margaret Espinosa, Health Assistant 🩹
Thank you both for your tireless dedication to ensuring our students are healthy, safe, and ready to learn every single day. Oakleaf Jr. High wouldn't be the same without you!
Add a HEART or a special note, and send some love to Nurse Brooks and Ms. Espinosa today! ❤️
