Paterson Elementary
8:30 AM-2:42 PM | Grades: Pre K-6th | Phone: 904-336-2575
Hello Parents,
We want to personally thank all the families who have already participated in our SchoolStore program! We are on our way to reaching our goal, but we need everyone's help to make sure our teachers get the essential tools they need to help our students succeed.
If your family has not participated, there's still time!
This safe and easy program is 100% online so there is no face-to-face selling, collecting money, or delivering products. Your child will receive a prize just for participating, and more prizes will be awarded when goals are reached.
Please help now. It really will make a difference.
Go to https://www.schoolstore.net/sid.t?0000278285 to show our valued teachers your support.
Thanks
Paterson Elementary School
P.S. Family participation is the key to our success, and we are counting on you!
Happy September, Clay County families! 🍂 As we kick off a new month, here are a few key dates to mark on your calendar:
🗓️ September 7: Labor Day (Student/Teacher Holiday – No School)
📊 September 11: Interim Grades Posted in FOCUS
⏰ September 18: Early Release (Elementary ONLY)
🗓️ View or download the complete 2026–2027 district calendar anytime at OneClay.net/Calendars.
#OneClay #ClayCounty #SchoolCalendar #September2026
🗓️ September 7: Labor Day (Student/Teacher Holiday – No School)
📊 September 11: Interim Grades Posted in FOCUS
⏰ September 18: Early Release (Elementary ONLY)
🗓️ View or download the complete 2026–2027 district calendar anytime at OneClay.net/Calendars.
#OneClay #ClayCounty #SchoolCalendar #September2026
12 spaghetti noodles. 1 strip of tape. Unlimited imagination! 🍝✨ Mrs. Castillo’s class took on the ultimate building challenge today. Future engineers in the making! 🏗️ Pass the sauce, we’re building bridges!
#ScienceinAction #FutureEngineers #PastaPower #LearningisFun #PositivelyPaterson
#ScienceinAction #FutureEngineers #PastaPower #LearningisFun #PositivelyPaterson
🏫 School of the Month is back for September!
We want to know: How awesome is your school?
Each month, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible things happening across Clay County District Schools. For September, we’re celebrating schools that are building connections by creating a culture of connection, inclusion, and positivity.
Nominate a school that is doing an awesome job of bringing students, families, staff, and the community together!
September Nominations: September 1–22, 2026
Winning schools will receive:
• Money toward a school initiative
• A School of the Month trophy to display
• Recognition for the amazing work happening in their school
Learn more and submit a nomination at OneClay.net/SchooloftheMonth
A special thank you to our Community First Credit Union partners for helping us celebrate our incredible schools!
We want to know: How awesome is your school?
Each month, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible things happening across Clay County District Schools. For September, we’re celebrating schools that are building connections by creating a culture of connection, inclusion, and positivity.
Nominate a school that is doing an awesome job of bringing students, families, staff, and the community together!
September Nominations: September 1–22, 2026
Winning schools will receive:
• Money toward a school initiative
• A School of the Month trophy to display
• Recognition for the amazing work happening in their school
Learn more and submit a nomination at OneClay.net/SchooloftheMonth
A special thank you to our Community First Credit Union partners for helping us celebrate our incredible schools!
🎉 One Clay Celebrates September! 📚✨
September is packed with opportunities to honor our history, celebrate our rich cultures, and keep our students on the path to success! Here is a look at what we are recognizing across Clay County District Schools this month:
❤️🤍💙 American Founders’ Month (All Month Long)
U.S. Constitution Day: September 17, 2026
Celebrate Freedom Week: September 21–25, 2026
⏰ Attendance Awareness Month
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow! Consistent attendance sets the foundation for a successful school year.
💃 Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 – October 15: Celebrating the contributions, histories, and vibrant cultures of Hispanic and Latino Americans!
🗓️ Keep up with all district events and key dates by visiting: www.oneclay.net/calendars
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #CCDS #ClayCounty #AttendanceAwarenessMonth #AttendTodayAchieveTomorrow #AmericanFoundersMonth #ConstitutionDay #CelebrateFreedomWeek #HispanicHeritageMonth
September is packed with opportunities to honor our history, celebrate our rich cultures, and keep our students on the path to success! Here is a look at what we are recognizing across Clay County District Schools this month:
❤️🤍💙 American Founders’ Month (All Month Long)
U.S. Constitution Day: September 17, 2026
Celebrate Freedom Week: September 21–25, 2026
⏰ Attendance Awareness Month
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow! Consistent attendance sets the foundation for a successful school year.
💃 Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 – October 15: Celebrating the contributions, histories, and vibrant cultures of Hispanic and Latino Americans!
🗓️ Keep up with all district events and key dates by visiting: www.oneclay.net/calendars
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #CCDS #ClayCounty #AttendanceAwarenessMonth #AttendTodayAchieveTomorrow #AmericanFoundersMonth #ConstitutionDay #CelebrateFreedomWeek #HispanicHeritageMonth
Attention Paterson Dads & Father Figures! 💙
Mark your calendars! We’re hosting Dads Take Your Child to School Day on Friday, Sept. 18, from 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM in the cafeteria! Come grab a muffin, snag a photo with your awesome student, and drop by the Book Fair in the Media Center! 🧁📚📸
🔒 Important Safety & Registration Info:
To keep our campus safe, all guests MUST pre-register—no last-minute or walk-in check-ins are allowed.
⏰ Deadline to Sign Up: Thursday, Sept. 17 at 10:00 AM
🆔 Requirements: Attending adults must be listed as a parent, guardian, or emergency contact in our system, and you must bring a valid photo ID to check in.
👨👧👦 Multi-Student Families: Only sign up for one student/grade level on the form—you'll only need to check in once!
👉 Register here before the deadline: Google Form for Dads Take your Student to School Day
Event Day Flow:
1️⃣ Check in at your child's grade-level table.
2️⃣ Head through the South Cafeteria doors for a delicious continental breakfast.
3️⃣ Visit the Book Fair or snap a picture in the courtyard! (Note: Guests may escort students up to the courtyard area).
4️⃣ Exit through the Breezeway gates.
We can't wait to see you there and celebrate our amazing father figures! 🙌✨
![Attention Paterson Dads & Father Figures! 💙 Mark your calendars! We’re hosting Dads Take Your Child to School Day on Friday, Sept. 18, from 8:00 AM – 8:30 AM in the cafeteria! Come grab a muffin, snag a photo with your awesome student, and drop by the Book Fair in the Media Center! 🧁📚📸 🔒 Important Safety & Registration Info: To keep our campus safe, all guests MUST pre-register—no last-minute or walk-in check-ins are allowed. ⏰ Deadline to Sign Up: Thursday, Sept. 17 at 10:00 AM 🆔 Requirements: Attending adults must be listed as a parent, guardian, or emergency contact in our system, and you must bring a valid photo ID to check in. 👨👧👦 Multi-Student Families: Only sign up for one student/grade level on the form—you'll only need to check in once! 👉 Register here before the deadline: [Insert Link] Event Day Flow: 1️⃣ Check in at your child's grade-level table. 2️⃣ Head through the South Cafeteria doors for a delicious continental breakfast. 3️⃣ Visit the Book Fair or snap a picture in the courtyard! (Note: Guests may escort students up to the courtyard area). 4️⃣ Exit through the Breezeway gates. We can't wait to see you there and celebrate our amazing father figures! 🙌✨](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/clay_county_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/29373490/large_Gemini_Generated_Image_9i28089i28089i28__1_.png)
✨ Want free books for your child every single year? 📚✨
The New Worlds Reading Initiative delivers FREE books and fun activity kits directly to eligible Florida families! Help your child build reading confidence and a lifelong love for learning—at zero cost to you.
How it works:
📖 9 Free Books a Year: Your child picks 9 brand-new books every school year through 5th grade.
🎨 Family Activity Kits: Every delivery includes fun, hands-on activities to help you support their learning at home.
🎓 Expertly Curated: Selected by the UF Lastinger Center for Learning and Scholastic, in partnership with the Florida Department of Education.
Who qualifies?
Kids in VPK through 5th Grade attending a Florida public, charter, or participating VPK program.
Students currently working toward grade-level reading benchmarks (often identified during FAST assessments in Aug/Dec).
❗ NO income requirements!
Build your child’s home library today! ➡️ Sign up now at newworldsreading.com 🎒👇
#FloridaParents #NewWorldsReading #FreeBooks #FLliteracy #ParentingFL #FloridaSchools #KidsWhoRead
The New Worlds Reading Initiative delivers FREE books and fun activity kits directly to eligible Florida families! Help your child build reading confidence and a lifelong love for learning—at zero cost to you.
How it works:
📖 9 Free Books a Year: Your child picks 9 brand-new books every school year through 5th grade.
🎨 Family Activity Kits: Every delivery includes fun, hands-on activities to help you support their learning at home.
🎓 Expertly Curated: Selected by the UF Lastinger Center for Learning and Scholastic, in partnership with the Florida Department of Education.
Who qualifies?
Kids in VPK through 5th Grade attending a Florida public, charter, or participating VPK program.
Students currently working toward grade-level reading benchmarks (often identified during FAST assessments in Aug/Dec).
❗ NO income requirements!
Build your child’s home library today! ➡️ Sign up now at newworldsreading.com 🎒👇
#FloridaParents #NewWorldsReading #FreeBooks #FLliteracy #ParentingFL #FloridaSchools #KidsWhoRead
🔍 Mini Scientists on the Loose! 🔍
Mrs. Kilcoin and Mrs. Cioffi’s classes brought out their inner detectives today, zooming in on the world around them with their trusty hand lenses! 🔬✨ Watch out—no tiny detail went unnoticed! 🧪👀
#FutureScientists #HandsOnLearning #ClassroomDetectives #ScienceIsFun #PositivelyPaterson
Mrs. Kilcoin and Mrs. Cioffi’s classes brought out their inner detectives today, zooming in on the world around them with their trusty hand lenses! 🔬✨ Watch out—no tiny detail went unnoticed! 🧪👀
#FutureScientists #HandsOnLearning #ClassroomDetectives #ScienceIsFun #PositivelyPaterson
📚 CALLING ALL MANATEE FAMILIES! 📚
Mrs. Marlowe and Ms. Kern need volunteer heroes for the upcoming Scholastic Book Fair! Help our students discover their next favorite book.
🗓️ Dates: September 16th – 28th
📝 Sign-Up Link: https://tinyurl.com/BookFairVolunteer2026
Quick Reminders Before You Shift:
✅ Complete your Level 1 Volunteer Registration ahead of time.
🆔 Bring a photo ID to the front desk to grab your visitor badge.
Thank you for supporting our readers! ❤️
![📚 CALLING ALL MANATEE FAMILIES! 📚 Mrs. Marlowe and Ms. Kern need volunteer heroes for the upcoming Scholastic Book Fair! Help our students discover their next favorite book. 🗓️ Dates: September 16th – 28th 📝 Sign-Up Link: [Insert Link] Quick Reminders Before You Shift: ✅ Complete your Level 1 Volunteer Registration ahead of time. 🆔 Bring a photo ID to the front desk to grab your visitor badge.](https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/clay_county_school_district_ar/live_feed_image/image/29317754/large_Volunteers_Needed_for_the_Book_Fair.png)
🌱 Big ideas are growing for our Mechantees Robotics Team!
Our students are hard at work developing this year’s innovation project focused on biodiversity. To help kickstart their research, they had the amazing pleasure of learning directly from Cassie with St. Johns Riverkeeper.
Cassie led our team through a hands-on activity all about submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV)—showing us just how vital underwater plant life is to keeping our local river ecosystem healthy and thriving.
Huge thanks to Cassie and the St. Johns Riverkeeper team for inspiring our future engineers and environmental stewards! Stay tuned to see how the team applies these lessons to their project! 💛🤖💙
#FIRSTLEGOLeague #Robotics #StJohnsRiverkeeper #Biodiversity #SubmergedAquaticVegetation #FutureEngineers #Mechantees #PositivelyPaterson
Our students are hard at work developing this year’s innovation project focused on biodiversity. To help kickstart their research, they had the amazing pleasure of learning directly from Cassie with St. Johns Riverkeeper.
Cassie led our team through a hands-on activity all about submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV)—showing us just how vital underwater plant life is to keeping our local river ecosystem healthy and thriving.
Huge thanks to Cassie and the St. Johns Riverkeeper team for inspiring our future engineers and environmental stewards! Stay tuned to see how the team applies these lessons to their project! 💛🤖💙
#FIRSTLEGOLeague #Robotics #StJohnsRiverkeeper #Biodiversity #SubmergedAquaticVegetation #FutureEngineers #Mechantees #PositivelyPaterson
Lead. Collaborate. Inspire. Join the Superintendent's Advisory Councils! 🙌
Applications are officially OPEN for the 2026–2027 Superintendent’s Teacher Advisory Council (STAC) and Student Advisory Council (SSAC)! 🎉
This is your opportunity to collaborate directly with district leadership, share your perspective, and help shape the future of our schools. Whether you're in the classroom teaching or learning, your voice matters!💡✨
Head over to our website to check out everything you need to know before applying:
📋 Council overview & goals
⭐ Eligibility criteria & expectations
🗓️ Meeting schedules
📅 Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 2
We can't wait to read your application! Click the links below to check the details and apply today:
🎓 Students (SSAC): OneClay.net/StudentAdvisoryCouncil
🍎 Teachers (STAC): OneClay.net/TeacherAdvisoryCouncil
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #StudentVoice #TeacherLeadership #EducationMatters #LeadCollaborateInspire #ClayCounty #SchoolCommunity
Applications are officially OPEN for the 2026–2027 Superintendent’s Teacher Advisory Council (STAC) and Student Advisory Council (SSAC)! 🎉
This is your opportunity to collaborate directly with district leadership, share your perspective, and help shape the future of our schools. Whether you're in the classroom teaching or learning, your voice matters!💡✨
Head over to our website to check out everything you need to know before applying:
📋 Council overview & goals
⭐ Eligibility criteria & expectations
🗓️ Meeting schedules
📅 Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 2
We can't wait to read your application! Click the links below to check the details and apply today:
🎓 Students (SSAC): OneClay.net/StudentAdvisoryCouncil
🍎 Teachers (STAC): OneClay.net/TeacherAdvisoryCouncil
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #StudentVoice #TeacherLeadership #EducationMatters #LeadCollaborateInspire #ClayCounty #SchoolCommunity
Get ready to let it go, Manatees! ❄️✨
Green Cove Springs Junior High production of Frozen JR is officially heading into auditions, and they are in need with a little bit of extra magic to bring Arendelle to life.
They are looking for two younger students, 3rd to 6th grade, to take the stage as Young Elsa and Young Anna! If your child loves to sing, act, and freeze things (or build a snowman ☃️), this is a great oppurtunity!
Audition Meeting Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, September 3rd
📍 Location: Green Cove Springs Junior High
To sign up scan the QR Code for more information and to sign up!
Mark your calendars, spread the word to your fellow Manatee families, and come learn everything you need to know about joining the cast! Who's ready to bring this icy adventure to life? 🎭👑
📸 Smile big, Manatee Family! 📸
Fall Picture Day is officially around the corner on Thursday, September 3rd! It's time to pick out those picture-perfect outfits and get ready to shine. ✨
Here is everything you need to know to get prepped:
Order Online Early: Skip the hassle and order your photo packages today at www.leonards.com/photoprepay using Access Code: C822386.
Paper Forms: Keep an eye on your student’s Wednesday Folder next week for physical picture order forms!
Let’s see those bright, beautiful smiles! 😁
#PositivelyPaterson #PictureDay #SayCheese #LeonardsPhotography
Fall Picture Day is officially around the corner on Thursday, September 3rd! It's time to pick out those picture-perfect outfits and get ready to shine. ✨
Here is everything you need to know to get prepped:
Order Online Early: Skip the hassle and order your photo packages today at www.leonards.com/photoprepay using Access Code: C822386.
Paper Forms: Keep an eye on your student’s Wednesday Folder next week for physical picture order forms!
Let’s see those bright, beautiful smiles! 😁
#PositivelyPaterson #PictureDay #SayCheese #LeonardsPhotography
Sweat, smiles, and staying hydrated! 💦 Pre-K had an absolute BLAST in Coach Vann’s class on Friday learning all about the power of water with "H2O to GO"!
We don't just sit and listen—we learn by doing! Here’s how our little champions leveled up their skills this week:
💧 Hydration Station: Learning why water keeps our bodies strong and energized.
🏃 Gross Motor Magic: Building movement planning, balance, and coordination.
🧠 Brain Building: Practicing sequencing, smooth transitions, and taking turns like pros.
🎨 Multi-Sensory Fun: Engaging every sense for big-time learning!
Learning best through play and practice! High fives all around for Coach Vann! 🙌✨
#EarlyEducation #PEFun #H2OtoGO #HandsOnLearning #PositivelyPaterson
We don't just sit and listen—we learn by doing! Here’s how our little champions leveled up their skills this week:
💧 Hydration Station: Learning why water keeps our bodies strong and energized.
🏃 Gross Motor Magic: Building movement planning, balance, and coordination.
🧠 Brain Building: Practicing sequencing, smooth transitions, and taking turns like pros.
🎨 Multi-Sensory Fun: Engaging every sense for big-time learning!
Learning best through play and practice! High fives all around for Coach Vann! 🙌✨
#EarlyEducation #PEFun #H2OtoGO #HandsOnLearning #PositivelyPaterson
🎉 MISSION ACCOMPLISHED! 🕵️♂️👔
OPERATION: DRESS LIKE MR. O'BRIAN for his BIRTHDAY was a massive success!
A HUGE thank you to all of our incredible students, teachers, staff members, and families who helped pull off the ultimate birthday surprise. Seeing a whole school full of snazzy shirts and ties made Mr. O'Brian's special day truly unforgettable!
#OperationDressLikeOBrian #MissionAccomplished #BirthdaySurprise #ShirtAndTieDay #PositivelyPaterson
🚨 REMINDER: Open House is TODAY! 🚨
We can’t wait to see you tonight, Monday, August 24th! Come check out what your students have been working on during their first two weeks and see what’s in store for the rest of the year.
⏰ Tonight's Schedule:
PreK, VPK, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
4th, 5th & 6th Grade: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
✨ Don't Forget:
Visit our Resource teachers to see what they've been up to!
Stop by the cafeteria to grab your pre-ordered Texas Roadhouse Family Meal (if you haven't already) and visit our vendor tables.
See you tonight! 📚🎒✨
We can’t wait to see you tonight, Monday, August 24th! Come check out what your students have been working on during their first two weeks and see what’s in store for the rest of the year.
⏰ Tonight's Schedule:
PreK, VPK, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
4th, 5th & 6th Grade: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
✨ Don't Forget:
Visit our Resource teachers to see what they've been up to!
Stop by the cafeteria to grab your pre-ordered Texas Roadhouse Family Meal (if you haven't already) and visit our vendor tables.
See you tonight! 📚🎒✨
Brains on, chalk/markers out! 🧠✨
Mrs. Edgar’s class took learning off their desks and onto the walls! 🪜💡 The students tackled some brain-busting "Thinking Tasks" using vertical learning boards, and the collaborative energy in the room was off the charts.
When kids stand up, work together, and map out their ideas in real-time, magic happens—and maybe a few erased mistakes along the way! Huge shoutout to these rockstar thinkers for showing us what active learning is all about. 🚀📊
#BuildingThinkingClassrooms #VerticalLearning #ActiveLearning #ClassroomFun #PositivelyPaterson
Mrs. Edgar’s class took learning off their desks and onto the walls! 🪜💡 The students tackled some brain-busting "Thinking Tasks" using vertical learning boards, and the collaborative energy in the room was off the charts.
When kids stand up, work together, and map out their ideas in real-time, magic happens—and maybe a few erased mistakes along the way! Huge shoutout to these rockstar thinkers for showing us what active learning is all about. 🚀📊
#BuildingThinkingClassrooms #VerticalLearning #ActiveLearning #ClassroomFun #PositivelyPaterson
🕵️♂️ OPERATION: DRESS LIKE MR. O'BRIAN 👔
Calling all secret agents! We need your help pulling off the ultimate birthday surprise.
This Monday, we are celebrating a very special birthday for the one and only Paterson Principal, Mr. O'Brian. To mark the occasion, the entire school is going undercover in his signature look!
Your Mission (should you choose to accept it):
Have your student don their snazziest shirt and tie on Monday morning to join the staff in swiping Mr. O'Brian’s style. Blazers, clip-ons, or wild silk ties—the more Mr. O'Brian-esque, the better!
Shhh... keep it on the down-low so we can catch him completely off guard. Let’s make this a birthday he’ll never forget! 🎉
Help us stock the event closet for the year—and let’s add a little friendly competition! 🍿🥤🍬
Our PFA keeps the energy high at student events, teacher luncheons, and campus celebrations all year long. With festive season right around the corner, our stash is running low. Donate items based on your grade level, and the grade with the most donations wins a popsicle party at recess! 🍦🎉
Grade Level Breakdown:
🍿 PreK – 1st Grade: Boxes of mini bags of chips
🍋 2nd Grade: Sprite or 7-Up cans
🥤 3rd Grade: Pepsi or Coke cans
🍊 4th Grade: Orange soda, Root Beer, or Dr. Pepper cans
💧 5th Grade: Bottled water
⚡ 6th Grade: Small bottles of sports drinks
🍬 All Grades: Bulk non-chocolate candy is always welcome!
3 Easy Ways to Donate:
1️⃣ Send items directly to school with your student
2️⃣ Drop off at the Front Office (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
3️⃣ Bring them to the PFA table at Open House on August 24th!
Thank you for helping us host amazing events for our students and staff! ❤️
Our PFA keeps the energy high at student events, teacher luncheons, and campus celebrations all year long. With festive season right around the corner, our stash is running low. Donate items based on your grade level, and the grade with the most donations wins a popsicle party at recess! 🍦🎉
Grade Level Breakdown:
🍿 PreK – 1st Grade: Boxes of mini bags of chips
🍋 2nd Grade: Sprite or 7-Up cans
🥤 3rd Grade: Pepsi or Coke cans
🍊 4th Grade: Orange soda, Root Beer, or Dr. Pepper cans
💧 5th Grade: Bottled water
⚡ 6th Grade: Small bottles of sports drinks
🍬 All Grades: Bulk non-chocolate candy is always welcome!
3 Easy Ways to Donate:
1️⃣ Send items directly to school with your student
2️⃣ Drop off at the Front Office (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
3️⃣ Bring them to the PFA table at Open House on August 24th!
Thank you for helping us host amazing events for our students and staff! ❤️
Scoops of fun and tons of science! 🍦✨ Our VPK scientists turned ice cream making into a deliciously hands-on lesson today. We practiced measuring, learned all about solids and liquids, and got to taste the ultimate tasty experiment! 🧪🥣😋
#HandsOnScience #EarlySTEM #LearningIsDelicious #PositivelyPaterson
#HandsOnScience #EarlySTEM #LearningIsDelicious #PositivelyPaterson
