Orange Park Junior High

"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education." — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Today, we honor the life and enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His vision of equality, justice, and the power of education continues to guide us as we work to empower every student in Clay County. 🎓✨

📌 REMINDER: All schools and district offices are closed today, Monday, January 19, in observance of the holiday. Classes will resume tomorrow.

#MLKDay #OneClay #CCDS #EducationMatters #MLK2026

Good Afternoon Students, Parents and Guardians,

Please click on the attached link https://claycountysdfl.edurooms.com/engage/orange-park-junior-high/newsletters/opj-parent-newsletter-jan-19th-23rd at your leisure to learn about updates at Orange Park Junior High.

🛡️ Safety, Prevention, and Family Fun!

This upcoming Saturday features the Pathways to Safety event—a day dedicated to empowering families with tools to protect children and teens from human trafficking, online exploitation, and missing persons.

It is a "Family Fun Day" that balances important education with a community atmosphere:

🚚 Food trucks and games for the whole family.

🎨 Kid-friendly activities designed for ages 5–17.

💡 Safety education and prevention tips for parents and educators.

🔍 Guidance on recognizing warning signs and how to report concerns.

The event is supported by several local partners, including the Clay County Sheriff's Office, the Northeast Florida Human Trafficking Coalition, and regional law enforcement.

Event Details:

🗓 Date: Saturday, January 24th

🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

📍 Location: FSCJ Downtown Campus (101 West State Street)

🎟 Admission: Free and open to the public

#ClayCountySchools #PathwaysToSafety #CommunityResources #SafetyFirst #MakeAnImpact #OneClay

What an outstanding performance at the Junior High Wrestling County Championship! Our athletes showed heart, determination, and grit on the mat, and we couldn’t be prouder. Cayden Milledge – 2nd Place Levi Gore – 3rd Place Jacari Lawson – 3rd Place Ethan Russell – 3rd Place Other Notable Placings: • Owen Benoit – 4th • Kadarius Carter – 4th • Deshawn White – 4th • Camren McCray – 4th • Riley Limmerick – 4th Way to represent with pride and hard work! 🐾🤼‍♂️ #WildcatStrong #oneclayathletics

Save the Date...

🗓️ Calendar Reminder: All Clay County District Schools and district offices will be closed this coming Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

We look forward to seeing our students and staff back in the classroom on Tuesday, January 20th. Have a safe and meaningful holiday weekend!

#ClayCountySchools #MLKDay #OneClay #CalendarReminder

Precision. Passion. Performance. Our Advanced Band students are raising the bar everyday—tackling challenging repertoire, refining technique, and performing at an elite level. Proud of the dedication, teamwork, and musical growth we hear every day!🐾 #WildcatPride

Just a reminder Wildcats...

In observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, there will be no school on Monday, January 19, 2026.

Celebrating Academic Excellence! Orange Park Jr. proudly presents the Semester I Academic Awards Ceremony honoring our students’ hard work and achievements. When:January 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM Where: Celebration Church 512 Kingsley Ave., Orange Park, FL 32073 🎓 Student participation by invite only. #RoaringToSuccess

📢 BIG NEWS: The VPK Lottery is opening soon for Clay County District Schools!

Our Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK) options are designed to foster a love for learning and prepare your child for Kindergarten success in a fun, supportive, and engaging environment. 🍎

The lottery will be opening soon, so now is the perfect time to explore our sites and find the best fit for your family.

🔗 Get the details here: OneClay.net/VPK

Help us spread the word! Please share this post with any Clay County families who have a little learner ready to start their journey with us. 🔄

#OneClay #VPK #ClayCounty #EarlyLearning #ClayCountySchools

Clay County Day at the Jacksonville Icemen Game! 🏒🧊 Sunday, February 1st at 3:00 PM — Discounted tickets! 🎟️

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! 🙌

97% Graduation Rate. 100% Proud. 🎓

Congratulations to the Clay County District Schools Class of 2025! This incredible 97% graduation rate is a testament to the dedication of our students, our educators, and YOU—the community that cheers them on every step of the way.

Give this post a ❤️ to show how proud you are of our students and their amazing achievement!

A huge shoutout to our schools: 🌟 Clay Virtual Academy: 100% 🌟 Oakleaf High School: 99.3% 🌟 Fleming Island High School: 98% 🌟 Ridgeview High School: 97% 🌟 Clay High School: 97% 🌟 Middleburg High School: 96% 🌟 Orange Park High School: 94% 🌟 Keystone Heights Jr/Sr High: 91.2%

#ClayCountySchools #OneClay #GraduationSuccess #Classof2025 #ClayProud

Today, students participated in a schoolwide spelling bee. All participants were the winners of their classroom spelling bees. We were so impressed at such great spelling all around today, but three wildcats rose above all the rest! First place was eighth grader Michael Gregg, second place was seventh grader Aislynn Walton, and third place was eighth grader Ansgar Sainvil. Michael will move on to the district spelling bee in a few weeks!! Congratulations to all finalists as well as to spelling bee sponsors Mr. Cain, Mrs. Fite, Ms. Tucker, Mr. Strohman, and Mrs. Kiem.🐾🐾 #WildcatPride

Reminder: RHS International Programs Showcase Night is TOMORROW! Families of rising 9th graders, please join us tomorrow night, January 13, to learn more about RHS International Programs, including Cambridge AICE and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme. 🕠 Doors open: 5:30 PM (Cambridge AICE and IB students and teachers will be on hand to showcase the programs) 🕕 Presentation begins: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: Ridgeview High School Cafeteria This is a great opportunity to explore the rigor, opportunities, and support available through our international programs and to ask questions as you plan for high school. We hope to see you there!

Good Afternoon Students, Parents and Guardians,

Please click on the attached link https://claycountysdfl.edurooms.com/engage/orange-park-junior-high/newsletters/opj-parent-newsletter-jan-12th-15th at your leisure to learn about updates at Orange Park Junior High.

📝 Check those grades!

Clay County families, second-quarter report cards have been officially posted. You can now view your student’s grades and progress through the Synergy ParentVUE portal.

How to access: 🔑 Log in to ParentVUE (app or web). 👤 Select your student. 📄 Click the "Report Card" tab.

#OneClay #ReportCards

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