Paterson Elementary
8:30 AM-2:42 PM | Grades: Pre K-6th | Phone: 904-336-2575
🎪 IT’S SHOWTIME! Kindergarten Registration is NOW OPEN! ✨
The moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here, Clay County! Registration for the Class of 2039 is officially open for the 2026-2027 school year.
We are so excited to welcome our newest and youngest learners to the "Greatest Start on Earth!" 🦁🎒 If your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026, today is the day to begin their educational journey with Clay County District Schools.
📍 Ready for Launch?
Head over to OneClay.net/kindergarten to start your online registration right now!
📝 Don't forget your "Show-Ready" paperwork:
Make sure you have your digital copies ready to upload:
1️⃣ Proof of Age: Birth certificate or legal guardianship documents.
2️⃣ Health Records: Physical and immunization documents (Form DOH 680 or 681).
3️⃣ Proof of Residence: Lease, mortgage statement, or a recent utility bill.
If you have any questions or need a little extra help with the process, our team is here for you!
📧 registrations@myoneclay.net ☎️ 904-336-9627
Welcome to the family, Class of 2039! We can't wait to see you in the hallways this fall! 🍎🏢
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #KindergartenRegistration #NowOpen #TheGreatestStartOnEarth #ClassOf2039
The moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here, Clay County! Registration for the Class of 2039 is officially open for the 2026-2027 school year.
We are so excited to welcome our newest and youngest learners to the "Greatest Start on Earth!" 🦁🎒 If your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026, today is the day to begin their educational journey with Clay County District Schools.
📍 Ready for Launch?
Head over to OneClay.net/kindergarten to start your online registration right now!
📝 Don't forget your "Show-Ready" paperwork:
Make sure you have your digital copies ready to upload:
1️⃣ Proof of Age: Birth certificate or legal guardianship documents.
2️⃣ Health Records: Physical and immunization documents (Form DOH 680 or 681).
3️⃣ Proof of Residence: Lease, mortgage statement, or a recent utility bill.
If you have any questions or need a little extra help with the process, our team is here for you!
📧 registrations@myoneclay.net ☎️ 904-336-9627
Welcome to the family, Class of 2039! We can't wait to see you in the hallways this fall! 🍎🏢
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #KindergartenRegistration #NowOpen #TheGreatestStartOnEarth #ClassOf2039
Get ready to chill, because Run/Walk is serving up delicious Sno Cones for just $2.00 each TOMORROW, Thursday April 2nd! Bring your exact change and get ready to beat the heat with a frosty treat!
𝗧𝗛𝗜𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬 is the last day to turn in popcorn money for next week's half-day popcorn day. 🍿🍿🍿
Today is Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, and we are shining a light on the incredible team members who make Clay County District Schools so special! 🍎✨
Our paraprofessionals are the heartbeat of our classrooms. Whether they are providing one-on-one support, helping a student master a new skill, or assisting our teachers, their dedication is unmatched. They don’t just fill a role—they change lives every single day.
Help us spread the word! Hit the Share button to show your appreciation and help us say a huge "Thank You" to the CCDS Paraprofessionals who go above and beyond for our students. ❤️📚
#OneClay #ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay #ClayCountySchools #ThankYouParas
Our paraprofessionals are the heartbeat of our classrooms. Whether they are providing one-on-one support, helping a student master a new skill, or assisting our teachers, their dedication is unmatched. They don’t just fill a role—they change lives every single day.
Help us spread the word! Hit the Share button to show your appreciation and help us say a huge "Thank You" to the CCDS Paraprofessionals who go above and beyond for our students. ❤️📚
#OneClay #ParaprofessionalAppreciationDay #ClayCountySchools #ThankYouParas
🌟 One Clay Celebrates April! 🌟
April is a month of awareness, appreciation, and community across Clay County District Schools. We are proud to honor the incredible people and vital causes that make our district strong.
Join us this month as we recognize:
💜 Month of the Military Child – Celebrating the resilience and sacrifices of our military-connected students.
📚 School Library Month – Fostering a love of reading and thanking our librarians.
🤝 Florida School Volunteer Appreciation Month – To our volunteers: thank you for your time and heart! Interested in joining them? Visit OneClay.net/Volunteer.
🧩 World Autism Month – Promoting acceptance and inclusion for all our students.
💙 Child Abuse Prevention Month – Strengthening families and ensuring every child grows up in a safe, nurturing environment.
We invite our entire community to join us in celebrating these milestones throughout the month. Help us spread the word by sharing this post! 📢
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #FloridaEducation #MilitaryChild #SchoolLibraries #Volunteer #AutismAwareness #PreventionMonth
April is a month of awareness, appreciation, and community across Clay County District Schools. We are proud to honor the incredible people and vital causes that make our district strong.
Join us this month as we recognize:
💜 Month of the Military Child – Celebrating the resilience and sacrifices of our military-connected students.
📚 School Library Month – Fostering a love of reading and thanking our librarians.
🤝 Florida School Volunteer Appreciation Month – To our volunteers: thank you for your time and heart! Interested in joining them? Visit OneClay.net/Volunteer.
🧩 World Autism Month – Promoting acceptance and inclusion for all our students.
💙 Child Abuse Prevention Month – Strengthening families and ensuring every child grows up in a safe, nurturing environment.
We invite our entire community to join us in celebrating these milestones throughout the month. Help us spread the word by sharing this post! 📢
#OneClay #ClayCountyDistrictSchools #FloridaEducation #MilitaryChild #SchoolLibraries #Volunteer #AutismAwareness #PreventionMonth
🎭 YOU’RE INVITED: The 3rd Annual Manatee Talent Show! 🎭
Get ready for the biggest night of the year! Our incredibly talented 3rd through 6th graders have been practicing hard, and it’s finally time for them to take the stage. From music and magic to dance and comedy, you won't want to miss this show!
Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, April 9th
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: The Cafeteria
What to Expect:
✨ A showcase of our amazing student stars!
✨ Family-friendly fun for all ages.
✨ A night of school spirit and community.
Admission is FREE, so bring the whole family and help us cheer on our performers! 👏🌟
Let’s make some noise for our Manatees! 🌊🎤
📅 Out Now: The April Manatee Memo! Spring is in full swing! Please check out the April edition of the Manatee Memo. It’s your go-to guide for our updated calendar and all the exciting events happening around campus this month.
Manatee Memo April 2026
Who knew supporting our school could taste this good? Skip the cooking and head to Jersey Mike’s on April 1st for Paterson Spirit Night!
➡️ When: 5 PM – 8 PM
➡️ Where: Fleming Island Jersey Mike’s
➡️ The Mission: Eat subs, show your school pride, and help us raise funds!
No joke—see you there! 🎈
Manatee Families ~ To help ensure a calm and supportive testing environment for all our students who are taking the FAST PM 3 Writing Test, parent and guest lunches will be paused for Wednesday April 1st.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as our Manatees do their best! 💙
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as our Manatees do their best! 💙
"In the light of the moon, a little egg lay on a leaf..." — and in the light of the classroom, a lot of learning happened!
Our little ones are growing just as fast as that caterpillar. Our Pre-K crew officially wrapped up "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" Week this past Friday, and it’s safe to say they’ve blossomed! It was a week filled with colorful crafts and tasty storytelling.
#PreKLife #HungryCaterpillar #EarlyLearning #ButterflyMagic #PositivelyPaterson
Our little ones are growing just as fast as that caterpillar. Our Pre-K crew officially wrapped up "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" Week this past Friday, and it’s safe to say they’ve blossomed! It was a week filled with colorful crafts and tasty storytelling.
#PreKLife #HungryCaterpillar #EarlyLearning #ButterflyMagic #PositivelyPaterson
Mark your calendars for a day of big trucks and family fun! 🚒🚜
Join us at the Clay County Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 25, for the annual Touch A Truck event! Whether your student loves emergency vehicles or construction equipment, there is something for everyone, including:
Kids Activities & Food Trucks
Emergency Preparedness Resources
Veterans Resource Sessions
A Special Celebration of the United States of America’s 250th Anniversary!
📍 Where: The Clay County Fairgrounds (2463 FL-16, Green Cove Springs)
⏰ Quiet Time (No lights/sounds): 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
🔊 Lights & Sounds: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
See you there!
#OneClay #ClayCounty #TouchATruck
Join us at the Clay County Fairgrounds on Saturday, April 25, for the annual Touch A Truck event! Whether your student loves emergency vehicles or construction equipment, there is something for everyone, including:
Kids Activities & Food Trucks
Emergency Preparedness Resources
Veterans Resource Sessions
A Special Celebration of the United States of America’s 250th Anniversary!
📍 Where: The Clay County Fairgrounds (2463 FL-16, Green Cove Springs)
⏰ Quiet Time (No lights/sounds): 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
🔊 Lights & Sounds: 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
See you there!
#OneClay #ClayCounty #TouchATruck
Big things are growing in 2nd Grade! 🌱 Mrs. McCarty’s class is diving deep into Life Cycles this week! Our young scientists are learning exactly what plants need to thrive as they begin germinating their very own green bean seeds.
Check out these adorable Sprout Houses! 🏠✨ We can’t wait to watch these little seeds transform from tiny beans into climbing vines.
#FutureScientists #2ndGradeMagic #HandsOnLearning #PositivelyPaterson
Check out these adorable Sprout Houses! 🏠✨ We can’t wait to watch these little seeds transform from tiny beans into climbing vines.
#FutureScientists #2ndGradeMagic #HandsOnLearning #PositivelyPaterson
🚌 Attention Manatee Families!
Registration for bus transportation for the 2026-2027 school year is officially open! To ensure a smooth start to the year, we encourage all parents of bus riders to register as soon as possible. Please remember that this is an annual requirement for all students.
✅ Required annually for all bus riders.
📅 Deadline: July 17, 2026
🔗 Register: Visit the link in our bio (oneclay.net/bus) or scan the QR code!
Thank you for helping us get our Manatees ready for another great year!
Registration for bus transportation for the 2026-2027 school year is officially open! To ensure a smooth start to the year, we encourage all parents of bus riders to register as soon as possible. Please remember that this is an annual requirement for all students.
✅ Required annually for all bus riders.
📅 Deadline: July 17, 2026
🔗 Register: Visit the link in our bio (oneclay.net/bus) or scan the QR code!
Thank you for helping us get our Manatees ready for another great year!
Mrs. Steinfurth is a 5th grade math teacher at Paterson Elementary School. She does an amazing job preparing instruction for her students and collaborating with her colleagues each and every day. She is a hard worker that always has a smile on her face and is ready to step in at any moment to assist all PES stakeholders. She wears many hats - she is a teacher, math team coach and school safety team committee member. We are blessed to have Mrs. Steinfurth as an integral member of our Manatee Family!
Happy Friday, Clay County! 🎓✨
As we wrap up our first week back from Spring Break, it’s time to celebrate all the hard work our students have put in!
3rd Quarter Report Cards are officially available for viewing today, Friday, March 27th, through ParentVUE and StudentVUE.
Take a moment this evening to sit down with your student, review their progress, and celebrate their achievements as we head into the final stretch of the school year!
💻 How to View:
ParentVUE: Log in via the app or web portal to see your student's grades.
StudentVUE: Students can also log in to see their own 3rd quarter results.
If you have any trouble accessing your account, please reach out to your child's school office for assistance.
Keep up the great work, everyone!
#ClayCountySchools #OneClay #ReportCards #StudentSuccess #ParentVUE
As we wrap up our first week back from Spring Break, it’s time to celebrate all the hard work our students have put in!
3rd Quarter Report Cards are officially available for viewing today, Friday, March 27th, through ParentVUE and StudentVUE.
Take a moment this evening to sit down with your student, review their progress, and celebrate their achievements as we head into the final stretch of the school year!
💻 How to View:
ParentVUE: Log in via the app or web portal to see your student's grades.
StudentVUE: Students can also log in to see their own 3rd quarter results.
If you have any trouble accessing your account, please reach out to your child's school office for assistance.
Keep up the great work, everyone!
#ClayCountySchools #OneClay #ReportCards #StudentSuccess #ParentVUE
An "A+" Day for an "A" School! 🍋🍧 Today was all about celebrating our incredible students, faculty, and staff! To honor Paterson’s "A" rating for another year, the PFA hosted a special "A" Day Celebration.
Our hard-working staff stayed cool with fresh lemonades from The Main Squeeze Lemonade, while our amazing students enjoyed a refreshing Italian ice treat from Jeremiah’s!
A massive THANK YOU to our wonderful volunteers who helped coordinate this event. We couldn’t do it without you!
#PositivelyPaterson #SchoolCelebration #WeAreProudOfOurCommunity
Our hard-working staff stayed cool with fresh lemonades from The Main Squeeze Lemonade, while our amazing students enjoyed a refreshing Italian ice treat from Jeremiah’s!
A massive THANK YOU to our wonderful volunteers who helped coordinate this event. We couldn’t do it without you!
#PositivelyPaterson #SchoolCelebration #WeAreProudOfOurCommunity
⏳ COUNTDOWN ALERT: Only ONE WEEK to go! 🎪✨
Clay County families, the wait is almost over! Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year officially opens one week from today on April 2nd, 2026.
We want to make sure your little one has "The Greatest Start on Earth," and that starts with being prepared! If your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026, now is the perfect time to gather your documents so you are "show-ready" for next Thursday.
📝 Your "Get Ready" Checklist:
Before April 2nd, please ensure you have digital or physical copies of:
1️⃣ Proof of Age: Birth certificate or legal guardianship documents.
2️⃣ Health Records: Physical and immunization documents (Form DOH 680 or 681).
3️⃣ Proof of Residence: Lease, mortgage statement, or a recent utility bill.
📍 Where to go: Visit OneClay.net/kindergarten to review the full requirements and be ready for launch day!
Questions? Reach out to us at 📧 registrations@myoneclay.net or ☎️ 904-336-9627.
We are so excited to welcome the Class of 2039 to our Clay County District Schools family! 🎒🍎
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #KindergartenRegistration #OneWeekAway #TheGreatestStartOnEarth #ClassOf2039
Clay County families, the wait is almost over! Kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year officially opens one week from today on April 2nd, 2026.
We want to make sure your little one has "The Greatest Start on Earth," and that starts with being prepared! If your child will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2026, now is the perfect time to gather your documents so you are "show-ready" for next Thursday.
📝 Your "Get Ready" Checklist:
Before April 2nd, please ensure you have digital or physical copies of:
1️⃣ Proof of Age: Birth certificate or legal guardianship documents.
2️⃣ Health Records: Physical and immunization documents (Form DOH 680 or 681).
3️⃣ Proof of Residence: Lease, mortgage statement, or a recent utility bill.
📍 Where to go: Visit OneClay.net/kindergarten to review the full requirements and be ready for launch day!
Questions? Reach out to us at 📧 registrations@myoneclay.net or ☎️ 904-336-9627.
We are so excited to welcome the Class of 2039 to our Clay County District Schools family! 🎒🍎
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #KindergartenRegistration #OneWeekAway #TheGreatestStartOnEarth #ClassOf2039
🖼️ Your student’s art + your morning coffee = the perfect match!
Our Art to Remember fundraiser is officially live! Support Paterson Elementary by turning your child’s creativity into lasting keepsakes.
📍 Shop here: ArtToRemember.com
🎫 Order codes: Coming home soon!
🏠 Bonus: You can upload new art right from your phone!
Every order helps fund programs for our school. Let’s get creative! 🎨💻
Our Art to Remember fundraiser is officially live! Support Paterson Elementary by turning your child’s creativity into lasting keepsakes.
📍 Shop here: ArtToRemember.com
🎫 Order codes: Coming home soon!
🏠 Bonus: You can upload new art right from your phone!
Every order helps fund programs for our school. Let’s get creative! 🎨💻
🍦 Sweet Success for our Manatees! 🍦
We are officially celebrating our "A" school status and all the hard work our students have put in! To celebrate, our amazing PFA is treating the entire school to Jeremiah’s Italian Ice this Friday, March 27th! 🥳
Quick Details:
🍏 Allergy-Friendly: We’ll have specific flavors and popsicles available for students with dietary restrictions.
🚫 Opting Out: If you would prefer your student not participate, please contact the front office at 904-336-2575 by Friday morning.
Let’s give our students a huge round of applause for their dedication. Way to go, Manatees! ✨
#PositivelyPaterson #ASchool #PatersonPFA
🚨 LAST CALL FOR AUDITIONS! 🚨
This is it, Manatees! If you’ve been practicing your dance moves, tuning your guitar, or perfecting your magic tricks, now is the time to sign up! 🎤✨
We are looking for our most fabulous 3rd–6th grade performers to make our 3rd Annual Talent Show the best one yet. Don’t miss your chance to shine!
📅 THE DATES TO REMEMBER:
AUDITIONS: Wednesday, March 25th | 2:45 PM – 4:00 PM (Cafeteria)
THE BIG SHOW: Thursday, April 9th | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM 🎭
Audition Rules:
🧼 Keep it Clean: All acts and lyrics must be school-appropriate and squeaky clean!
⏱ Watch the Clock: Each audition should be between 2–3 minutes.
📝 Sign Up NOW: Even if you’re in a group, every student must submit their own form to participate!
🔗 Talent Show Audition Sign Up — Click to sign up before the deadline!
Show us what you've got, Manatees! Let’s make some noise! 🌊🌟