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🎀 Make A Difference. Be A Hero. Stay Drug Free! 🦸
Clay County District Schools is proud to observe Red Ribbon Week from October 23rd–31st!
This year’s national theme is "Make A Difference. Be A Hero. Stay Drug Free.™" 🌟
Red Ribbon Week highlights the importance of making healthy, positive choices and empowering our students to live drug-free lives. Throughout the week, our OneClay campuses will join together in promoting drug awareness, healthy habits, and supportive environments where every student can thrive.
Together, as a community, we can inspire our youth to stand strong, support one another, and be heroes in their everyday lives! 💙
🌐 Learn more and access family resources at redribbon.org.
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #RedRibbonWeek #BeAHeroStayDrugFree #CCDS #HealthyChoices #RedRibbonWeek2026
Clay County District Schools is proud to observe Red Ribbon Week from October 23rd–31st!
This year’s national theme is "Make A Difference. Be A Hero. Stay Drug Free.™" 🌟
Red Ribbon Week highlights the importance of making healthy, positive choices and empowering our students to live drug-free lives. Throughout the week, our OneClay campuses will join together in promoting drug awareness, healthy habits, and supportive environments where every student can thrive.
Together, as a community, we can inspire our youth to stand strong, support one another, and be heroes in their everyday lives! 💙
🌐 Learn more and access family resources at redribbon.org.
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #RedRibbonWeek #BeAHeroStayDrugFree #CCDS #HealthyChoices #RedRibbonWeek2026
🗳️ 2026 General Election Early Voting Starts Today!
Beat the election day crowds! Early voting for the 2026 General Election runs daily from October 23 through October 31, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (including weekends).
Clay County registered voters can cast their ballot at ANY of these 7 convenient locations:
Eagle Landing Residents Club – 3975 Eagle Landing Pkwy, Orange Park
Health Dept. in Fleming Island – 1845 Town Center Blvd, Fleming Island
Keystone Heights City Hall – 555 S. Lawrence Blvd, Keystone Heights
Middleburg Civic Center – 2102 Palmetto St, Middleburg
Orange Park Library – 2054 Plainfield Ave, Orange Park
Supervisor of Elections Office – 500 N. Orange Ave, Green Cove Springs
Thrasher-Horne Conf. Center – 2900 Thrasher Horne Ave, Orange Park
📬 Dropping off a Vote-by-Mail ballot? You can return your completed mail ballot to a Secure Ballot Intake Station at any early voting location during voting hours.
Check directions and view real-time wait times at EarlyVoteClay.com.
Beat the election day crowds! Early voting for the 2026 General Election runs daily from October 23 through October 31, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (including weekends).
Clay County registered voters can cast their ballot at ANY of these 7 convenient locations:
Eagle Landing Residents Club – 3975 Eagle Landing Pkwy, Orange Park
Health Dept. in Fleming Island – 1845 Town Center Blvd, Fleming Island
Keystone Heights City Hall – 555 S. Lawrence Blvd, Keystone Heights
Middleburg Civic Center – 2102 Palmetto St, Middleburg
Orange Park Library – 2054 Plainfield Ave, Orange Park
Supervisor of Elections Office – 500 N. Orange Ave, Green Cove Springs
Thrasher-Horne Conf. Center – 2900 Thrasher Horne Ave, Orange Park
📬 Dropping off a Vote-by-Mail ballot? You can return your completed mail ballot to a Secure Ballot Intake Station at any early voting location during voting hours.
Check directions and view real-time wait times at EarlyVoteClay.com.
🚨 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🎃👻
The annual PFA Halloween Dance is TONIGHT! Grab your costumes and get ready to dance ’til your bones creak! 🦴✨
⏰ SESSION TIMES:
• 3rd & 4th Grade: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
• 5th & 6th Grade: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 LOCATION: School Cafeteria
🎟 ADMISSION: FREE!
Quick checklist for tonight:
💵 Cash: Food, drinks, and novelties are available for purchase (CASH ONLY)!
👗 Costumes: Must be school-appropriate. No masks or play weapons allowed!
🚗 Pick-Up Policy: Parents MUST come INSIDE the cafeteria to pick up students at the end of their session. No student can walk out alone.
See you tonight for a spooktacular time! 🕸️🍕🎉
🌟 Congratulations to our Employee of the Month, Ms. Hartley! 🌟
A huge thank you to Mr. Hollingsworth from Clay County Farm Bureau Insurance for dropping by to present Ms. Hartley with this well-deserved honor!
Ms. Hartley is truly a utility player at our school! She jumps in wherever she is needed and always does a stellar job. She has a wonderful, collaborative spirit with all staff and students at PES. She is a pleasure to work with each day due to her positive attitude and strong work ethic.
#EmployeeOfTheMonth # CommunityPartners #ClayCountyFarmBureauInsurance
A huge thank you to Mr. Hollingsworth from Clay County Farm Bureau Insurance for dropping by to present Ms. Hartley with this well-deserved honor!
Ms. Hartley is truly a utility player at our school! She jumps in wherever she is needed and always does a stellar job. She has a wonderful, collaborative spirit with all staff and students at PES. She is a pleasure to work with each day due to her positive attitude and strong work ethic.
#EmployeeOfTheMonth # CommunityPartners #ClayCountyFarmBureauInsurance
🎃 Pumpkin Investigation Unit: Complete! 🎃
Our young Manatees turned into mini-scientists today for a hands-on Pumpkin Investigation! 🕵️♂️✨
They put on their thinking caps to explore:
🎨 Colors (from bright orange to subtle greens!)
📐 Shapes (round, oval, tall, and squat!)
✨ Attributes (bumpy, smooth, heavy, and ribbed!)
Hands-on learning is the best learning! Happy Pumpkin Month!!
#YoungManatees #HandsonLearning #FallClassRoomFun # StemFun #PositivelyPaterson
🚨 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🎃👻
The annual PFA Halloween Dance is TONIGHT! Grab your costumes and get ready to dance ’til your bones creak! 🦴✨
⏰ SESSION TIMES:
• 3rd & 4th Grade: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
• 5th & 6th Grade: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 LOCATION: School Cafeteria
🎟 ADMISSION: FREE!
Quick checklist for tonight:
💵 Cash: Food, drinks, and novelties are available for purchase (CASH ONLY)!
👗 Costumes: Must be school-appropriate. No masks or play weapons allowed!
🚗 Pick-Up Policy: Parents/guardians MUST be in the bus loop sidewalk in front of the cafeteria to pick up their student(s) at the end of their dance. For everyone's safety, no child will be permitted to exit the building alone.
See you tonight for a spooktacular time! 🕸️🍕🎉
The annual PFA Halloween Dance is TONIGHT! Grab your costumes and get ready to dance ’til your bones creak! 🦴✨
⏰ SESSION TIMES:
• 3rd & 4th Grade: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
• 5th & 6th Grade: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 LOCATION: School Cafeteria
🎟 ADMISSION: FREE!
Quick checklist for tonight:
💵 Cash: Food, drinks, and novelties are available for purchase (CASH ONLY)!
👗 Costumes: Must be school-appropriate. No masks or play weapons allowed!
🚗 Pick-Up Policy: Parents/guardians MUST be in the bus loop sidewalk in front of the cafeteria to pick up their student(s) at the end of their dance. For everyone's safety, no child will be permitted to exit the building alone.
See you tonight for a spooktacular time! 🕸️🍕🎉
🎃 TRUNK OR TREAT ALERT! 🍬🎃
Get your costumes ready, Fleming Island High School Trunk or Treat is right around the corner, and you won't want to miss it!
🗓️ When: Thursday, October 29th | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Fleming Island High School
🎟️ Cost: FREE and open to the public!
We’ve got a night full of spooktacular fun lined up for the whole family:
🎨 Face Painting
🏆 Costume Contests (show us your best looks!)
🎪 Carnival Games
🍬 LOTS and LOTS of Candy!
Get your costumes ready, Fleming Island High School Trunk or Treat is right around the corner, and you won't want to miss it!
🗓️ When: Thursday, October 29th | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Fleming Island High School
🎟️ Cost: FREE and open to the public!
We’ve got a night full of spooktacular fun lined up for the whole family:
🎨 Face Painting
🏆 Costume Contests (show us your best looks!)
🎪 Carnival Games
🍬 LOTS and LOTS of Candy!
Clay County, Let’s Head Back to The Swamp!
Our next Clay County District Schools ticket opportunity is here! Join fellow faculty, staff, students, alumni, friends, and families as the Florida Gators take on Vanderbilt for another exciting game day in Gainesville.
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville
Kickoff: Time to be announced
Make plans to cheer on the Orange & Blue while supporting our schools! A portion of every ticket purchased through our special event link will be donated back to Clay County District Schools.
Get your tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Claycounty53
Our next Clay County District Schools ticket opportunity is here! Join fellow faculty, staff, students, alumni, friends, and families as the Florida Gators take on Vanderbilt for another exciting game day in Gainesville.
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Location: Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, Gainesville
Kickoff: Time to be announced
Make plans to cheer on the Orange & Blue while supporting our schools! A portion of every ticket purchased through our special event link will be donated back to Clay County District Schools.
Get your tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Claycounty53
🧡 Bright colors, even brighter hearts! Today was Unity Day at PES, and our Manatees showed up in their brightest orange for National Bullying Prevention Month! 🦭✨
Together, we’re sending a big, bold message: kindness, acceptance, and inclusion win every single time on our campus! 🧡
Way to lead with love, Manatees!
#UnityDay #BullyingPreventionMonth #KindnessMatters #PositivelyPaterson
Together, we’re sending a big, bold message: kindness, acceptance, and inclusion win every single time on our campus! 🧡
Way to lead with love, Manatees!
#UnityDay #BullyingPreventionMonth #KindnessMatters #PositivelyPaterson
Two more days to nominate!
Community First Credit Union and Clay County District Schools are recognizing schools that demonstrate a commitment to attendance, engagement, and being ready to learn every day.
Nominate your school for October’s Community First School of the Month!
Two winning schools will each receive:
• Money toward a school initiative
• A trophy to display at their school
Nominate a school today: oneclay.net/schoolofthemonth
Nominations close on the 22nd of October.
#OneClay #ShowingUpStrong #SchoolOfTheMonth
Community First Credit Union and Clay County District Schools are recognizing schools that demonstrate a commitment to attendance, engagement, and being ready to learn every day.
Nominate your school for October’s Community First School of the Month!
Two winning schools will each receive:
• Money toward a school initiative
• A trophy to display at their school
Nominate a school today: oneclay.net/schoolofthemonth
Nominations close on the 22nd of October.
#OneClay #ShowingUpStrong #SchoolOfTheMonth
🧡 Happy Unity Day, OneClay! 🧡
Today, October 21st, is Unity Day across Clay County District Schools! During National Bullying Prevention Month, our students, staff, and community are standing united by wearing and sharing orange. Together, we are sending a clear, powerful message in support of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion on every campus.
Thank you to everyone rocking their orange today and helping foster a supportive environment for all of our students!
🧡Give this post a like to show your support for kindness and unity in our schools!
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #UnityDay #WearOrange #BullyingPreventionMonth #CCDS #UnityDay2026
Today, October 21st, is Unity Day across Clay County District Schools! During National Bullying Prevention Month, our students, staff, and community are standing united by wearing and sharing orange. Together, we are sending a clear, powerful message in support of kindness, acceptance, and inclusion on every campus.
Thank you to everyone rocking their orange today and helping foster a supportive environment for all of our students!
🧡Give this post a like to show your support for kindness and unity in our schools!
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #UnityDay #WearOrange #BullyingPreventionMonth #CCDS #UnityDay2026
Smooth operators over here! 🔤✨ Mrs. Terry’s class was hard at work today mastering their blending skills. Super proud of our hard-working students! 📚💡
#BlendingSkills #LearningIsFun #ClassroomHighlights #PositivelyPaterson
#BlendingSkills #LearningIsFun #ClassroomHighlights #PositivelyPaterson
🎃 DANCE ’TIL YOUR BONES CREAK! 🦴👻
Get ready for a night of music, fun, and Halloween flair at the annual PFA Halloween Dance! Admission is FREE!
🗓 WHEN:
⏰ 3rd & 4th Grade: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
⏰ 5th & 6th Grade: 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 WHERE: School Cafeteria
🎟 DETAILS:
🎃 Costume Contest: Show off your Halloween spirit! Costumes must follow school dress code and be age-appropriate. (Reminder: No masks or play weapons allowed!)
🍕 Refreshments & Fun: Food, drinks, and spooky novelties will be available for purchase (CASH ONLY).
🚗 SAFETY & PICK-UP NOTICE:
Students may be dropped off, but parents/guardians MUST in the bus loop sidewalk in front of the cafeteria to pick them up at the end of their dance. For everyone's safety, no child will be permitted to exit the building alone.
We can’t wait to see your best dance moves! Who’s ready to celebrate? 🕸️✨
#HalloweenDance #CostumeContest #DancetilYourBonesCreak #PatersonPFA
Clay County District Schools is committed to supporting exceptional educators in every classroom across our community.
The One Mill Renewal on the November 3 ballot provides dedicated local revenue to support competitive salaries for teachers and essential school staff. Continuing this voter-approved measure ensures the district can retain and attract high-quality talent, directly benefiting students and maintaining high academic standards. One hundred percent of these local funds stay right here in Clay County public schools, with all expenditures monitored by an independent citizens' oversight committee.
Find full details, FAQs, and budget breakdowns at oneclay.net/renewal.
The One Mill Renewal on the November 3 ballot provides dedicated local revenue to support competitive salaries for teachers and essential school staff. Continuing this voter-approved measure ensures the district can retain and attract high-quality talent, directly benefiting students and maintaining high academic standards. One hundred percent of these local funds stay right here in Clay County public schools, with all expenditures monitored by an independent citizens' oversight committee.
Find full details, FAQs, and budget breakdowns at oneclay.net/renewal.
The October edition of The OneClay Register is now live! 🗞️
Our second edition is packed with student achievements, helpful resources, and inspiring stories from classrooms across Clay County District Schools. 🍎
Here’s what you’ll find inside this month:
🏫 Resilient Students, Thriving Classrooms: Discover our landmark initiative supporting student wellness and success.
🐾 Ridgeview High School Spotlight: See how Ridgeview is empowering Panthers through academic and career excellence.
🚒 Igniting Fire Safety: Learn how fire safety education builds from elementary classrooms into career pathways.
📰 Read the October Issue:
District Website: oneclay.net/news
Clay Today: claytodayonline.com/oneclay-register/
In Print: Inserted right inside this month's edition of Clay Today
Dive in and explore what's happening across our schools! ✨
#TheOneClayRegister #ClayCountySchools #ClayToday #OneClay #ClayCountyFL
🦸♂️️ Red Ribbon Week is coming to Paterson! 🦸♀️
Join us October 26th–30th as we celebrate making healthy, positive choices with our theme "Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free!" ⚡✨
Check out our dress-up schedule for the week:
🪖 Mon, Oct 26: Camo / Olive / Khaki Day
✨ Tue, Oct 27: Bright / Glitter / Metallic Day
🏫 Wed, Oct 28: Paterson Colors & Gear Day
👯 Thu, Oct 29: Twin Day
🎃 Fri, Oct 30: School-Appropriate Costume Day
Let’s show our Paterson hero pride all week long! 💙❤️
(Reminders: All dress code choices & costumes must be school-appropriate.)
Join us October 26th–30th as we celebrate making healthy, positive choices with our theme "Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free!" ⚡✨
Check out our dress-up schedule for the week:
🪖 Mon, Oct 26: Camo / Olive / Khaki Day
✨ Tue, Oct 27: Bright / Glitter / Metallic Day
🏫 Wed, Oct 28: Paterson Colors & Gear Day
👯 Thu, Oct 29: Twin Day
🎃 Fri, Oct 30: School-Appropriate Costume Day
Let’s show our Paterson hero pride all week long! 💙❤️
(Reminders: All dress code choices & costumes must be school-appropriate.)
🎃 Don't Forget! Boo Grams are Due Wednesday, Oct 22nd! 🎃
Help us spread some Halloween cheer! Boo Grams are just $1 each and include a lollipop attached for delivery. Please return completed forms with cash payment to the front office by Wednesday, October 22nd.
Help us spread some Halloween cheer! Boo Grams are just $1 each and include a lollipop attached for delivery. Please return completed forms with cash payment to the front office by Wednesday, October 22nd.
🚌 National School Bus Safety Week! 🚌
October 19th–23rd, 2026 is National School Bus Safety Week! This year’s national theme is "Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes." 💛
Keeping our students safe on the way to and from school is a community effort. Please keep these key reminders in mind:
For Drivers: Always stop when yellow school bus lights flash red and the stop arm is extended. Slow down in school zones and eliminate all distractions.
For Students: Stay visible! Be extra cautious around the 10-foot area surrounding the bus and always stand three big steps back from the curb while waiting.
A huge THANK YOU to our dedicated OneClay bus drivers and transportation staff - our everyday heroes behind the wheel! 🛣️✨
🚌 Want to be a bus driver? We’re hiring!
Join our transportation team and help drive the future of Clay County! Visit oneclay.net/bus to explore current employment opportunities.
❤️ Give this post a like to show your appreciation for our amazing school bus drivers!
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #SchoolBusSafetyWeek #SafeRidesEverydayHeroes #CCDS #SafetyFirst #OneClayCareers
October 19th–23rd, 2026 is National School Bus Safety Week! This year’s national theme is "Safe Rides, Everyday Heroes." 💛
Keeping our students safe on the way to and from school is a community effort. Please keep these key reminders in mind:
For Drivers: Always stop when yellow school bus lights flash red and the stop arm is extended. Slow down in school zones and eliminate all distractions.
For Students: Stay visible! Be extra cautious around the 10-foot area surrounding the bus and always stand three big steps back from the curb while waiting.
A huge THANK YOU to our dedicated OneClay bus drivers and transportation staff - our everyday heroes behind the wheel! 🛣️✨
🚌 Want to be a bus driver? We’re hiring!
Join our transportation team and help drive the future of Clay County! Visit oneclay.net/bus to explore current employment opportunities.
❤️ Give this post a like to show your appreciation for our amazing school bus drivers!
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #SchoolBusSafetyWeek #SafeRidesEverydayHeroes #CCDS #SafetyFirst #OneClayCareers
🎉 BIG NEWS, CLAY COUNTY! 🎉
Clay County District Schools has officially been named one of only 18 Academically High-Performing School Districts in the entire state of Florida for the 2025–2026 school year by the Florida Department of Education!
This prestigious recognition reflects our dedication to academic excellence, operational accountability, and student success across every classroom.
To earn and maintain this status, school districts must meet rigorous state benchmarks:
Academic Excellence: Earn an "A" district grade for two consecutive years without any district-operated school receiving an "F."
Classroom Focus: Fully comply with state class size requirements.
Fiscal Responsibility: Maintain clean annual financial audits with no material weaknesses or compliance issues.
This milestone is a direct result of the commitment of our teachers, support professionals, administrators, and district leadership under Superintendent David Broskie, paired with the hard work of our students and the steadfast support of our families and community.
Thank you for believing in our students and making Clay County a leader in Florida public education! 📚✨
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #AcademicallyHighPerforming #ExcellenceInEducation #FLedu
Clay County District Schools has officially been named one of only 18 Academically High-Performing School Districts in the entire state of Florida for the 2025–2026 school year by the Florida Department of Education!
This prestigious recognition reflects our dedication to academic excellence, operational accountability, and student success across every classroom.
To earn and maintain this status, school districts must meet rigorous state benchmarks:
Academic Excellence: Earn an "A" district grade for two consecutive years without any district-operated school receiving an "F."
Classroom Focus: Fully comply with state class size requirements.
Fiscal Responsibility: Maintain clean annual financial audits with no material weaknesses or compliance issues.
This milestone is a direct result of the commitment of our teachers, support professionals, administrators, and district leadership under Superintendent David Broskie, paired with the hard work of our students and the steadfast support of our families and community.
Thank you for believing in our students and making Clay County a leader in Florida public education! 📚✨
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #AcademicallyHighPerforming #ExcellenceInEducation #FLedu
FIRST QUARTER REPORT CARD DAY! 📝📊
Today is First Quarter Report Card Day! It’s a great opportunity for parents and guardians to log in and review your student’s final first-quarter grades and overall academic progress.
Checking in regularly allows us to celebrate wins together and address any areas where your student might need a little extra support.
📲 How to view report cards:
Log in to the Focus Parent Portal on the web or open the OneClay Focus App on your mobile device.
Review quarter grades, report cards, and teacher feedback.
💬 Have questions about grades?
Parents can log in to the OneClay app to send a direct message to your student's teacher!
🔗 For more information about our apps, please visit our website at: oneclay.net/5apps.
Thank you for partnering with us in your student’s success!
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #FocusParentPortal #StudentSuccess #ReportCardDay
Today is First Quarter Report Card Day! It’s a great opportunity for parents and guardians to log in and review your student’s final first-quarter grades and overall academic progress.
Checking in regularly allows us to celebrate wins together and address any areas where your student might need a little extra support.
📲 How to view report cards:
Log in to the Focus Parent Portal on the web or open the OneClay Focus App on your mobile device.
Review quarter grades, report cards, and teacher feedback.
💬 Have questions about grades?
Parents can log in to the OneClay app to send a direct message to your student's teacher!
🔗 For more information about our apps, please visit our website at: oneclay.net/5apps.
Thank you for partnering with us in your student’s success!
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #FocusParentPortal #StudentSuccess #ReportCardDay
