It's #MerryMonday!🎄 Let's kick off the week by spreading some holiday cheer through simple acts of kindness. We challenge every student, staff member, and Manatee community member to commit to one small, kind deed this week, whether it’s helping a friend at the playground, holding a door for a teacher, or sharing a cheerful smile. We believe that small acts of kindness make a big difference! #HolidayKindness #SchoolSpirit #PatersonManatees
To help ensure a calm and supportive testing environment for all our students during FAST PM 2 testing, parent and guest lunches, as well as volunteer visits, will be paused December 2nd–3rd.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as our Manatees do their best! 💙 We look forward to welcoming families back on campus starting Thursday, December 4th.
From all of us at Clay County District Schools, we wish you a day filled with gratitude, joy, and delicious food. We are incredibly thankful for the students, staff, families, and partners who make our community so special.
Reminder: The school holiday runs through Friday, November 28th. Students will return to school on Monday, December 1st.
#OneClay #HappyThanksgiving #Thanksgiving2025
The OneClay App is your essential hub for staying connected with Clay County District Schools—especially as we head into the busy holiday season!
What the App Offers:
For ALL Community Members & Staff: Get instant announcements, news, and updates from your chosen schools and the District.
For Our Students & Guardians: Login to access the secure, personalized features to connect directly with teachers, coaches, and staff.
Connect to Classrooms with Rooms & Messages:
When logged in, students and guardians can access:
Rooms: Where you'll see announcements, updates, and feeds from your student's classes and groups.
Messages: This is your dedicated space for private, two-way conversations with teachers and staff.
How to Log In:
Download the OneClay App for free on the App Store or Google Play (search for OneClay).
Tap the Rooms or Messages icon (found at the bottom of the app).
Guardians: Sign in with the email address or phone number you provided in Synergy ParentVUE.
Students: Use the Sign in with Google button.
We encourage you to download the OneClay App today—it's the easiest way to stay connected for the rest of the school year! 😊
➡️ Find more information and troubleshooting tips at: oneclay.net/app
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #StayConnected #SchoolApp #FamilyEngagement #Rooms
We need a slew of cheerful elves to help spread holiday magic at the Wonderland Gift Shoppe, December 8–12! This Paterson tradition lets students experience the joy of giving as they pick out special gifts for loved ones. 🎁🎅
Sign up to volunteer here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F054CABAC2DA4FE3-60686763-wonderland
As a volunteer, you’ll help students choose presents, stick to their budgets, and even wrap their treasures! Whether you can give a few hours or a few days, it’s the most festive volunteer gig of the year! Well-behaved kiddos may tag along after school, but younger siblings can’t be on campus during school hours. Grandparents are welcome—spread the cheer!
Before your shift, download the “Wonderland Gift Shoppes” app from the App Store or Google Play to help keep budgets on track. (WiFi is a little shy on campus, so grab it ahead of time!) We’ll give you your login when you arrive.
Only approved Level 1 and Level 2 school volunteers may participate. Don’t forget to check in at the front office for your badge!
Thanks a million for helping make the magic happen!
Get ready for a week off to spend time with family and friends. There is NO SCHOOL from Monday, November 24th - Friday, November 28th.
Students will return to their regular schedule on Monday, December 1st. We wish all our #OneClay students, families, and staff a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving holiday!
#SchoolHoliday #Reminder #Thanksgiving
Thank you, Substitutes, for your dedication and commitment to Clay County students! ❤️
#OneClay #SubstituteEducators #ThankYouSubs #MakeAnImpact
🎈🦃 Parade Alert! 🦃🎈
Mrs. McKenzie, Mrs. Terry, and Mrs. Morgan’s class kicked off the Thanksgiving spirit by hosting their very own Macy’s Day Thanksgiving Parade! Our mini-Manatee balloon handlers marched their creations straight to the front office to share the fun! 🎉💛
Tomorrow, Friday, 11/21, you can snag a pan of a dozen frozen Texas Roadhouse rolls, their famous honey cinnamon butter, and a free appetizer coupon from our amazing PFA Volunteers!!
Bring $10 cash to morning drop-off and look for our table. Quantities are limited—so come early and get your ROLL ON! 🥳🍞
Manatee Families! We’re so excited to celebrate together at the Paterson Family Luncheon TODAY! 🎉🦃
Please arrive 10 minutes before your child’s lunchtime and stop by the front office for your visitor badge—please keep it visible while on campus.
If you pre-purchased an adult meal, head into the cafeteria and go through the lunch line. Just share your child’s student ID number with the cafeteria staff. Prefer to bring your own lunch? That’s perfectly fine too!
We’re expecting a big turnout, so thank you in advance for your patience during check-in.
We can’t wait to share this holiday moment with you! 💛
Tomorrow, November 20th, Coach Vann is spinning up a sweet deal, offering Sno Cones at Run/Walk for just a cool $2.00!
Take a moment to ask your child what they’re thankful for today—and what they’ve learned about the history behind the Thanksgiving holiday.
Mrs. McCarty’s 2nd graders and Mrs. Ellsworth’s Pre-K students have been busy sharing and writing down all the things they’re grateful for. We love seeing their hearts shine! 🦃✨
#Gratitude4
From the moment students step onto the bus, to the nutritious meals they eat, the clean and safe environment they learn in, the technology that supports their lessons, and the welcoming faces in the office - it's all because of our dedicated Educational Support Professionals.
Your hard work often goes unseen, but the positive impact you have on our students and staff is immense. Let's show some love for these incredible individuals today!
#WeAppreciateYou #ESPDAY2025 #ClayCounty #SchoolStaff #MakingADifference #OneClay #MakeAnImpact
Do you know an amazing teacher who deserves community recognition? Now is the time to give them the spotlight!
Nominations are now open for the Clay County Fair's "Hero of the Day" program. This is a wonderful opportunity to honor an educator who goes above and beyond for our students.
🚨 ACT FAST: The deadline for all nominations is December 1st!
Don't miss your chance to nominate your favorite teacher.
➡️ Click here to submit your nomination: https://www.claycountyfair.org/p/getinvolved/hero-of-the-day
Let's celebrate our incredible educators!
#ClayCountyFair #HeroOfTheDay #TeacherNomination #OneClay #MakeAnImpact
