The countdown is officially ON! 🎨 ⏳
We are just TWO WEEKS away from one of our favorite traditions: the 37th Annual Clay County District Schools Student Art Show! Come get inspired by the incredible talent and creativity of our elementary and secondary students. It’s a fantastic, FREE event for the whole community!
Where: Thrasher-Horne Conference Center
When: May 15th & 16th
Friday, May 15th (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
🚚 Food Trucks: 5:00 – 8:00 PM (In partnership with the College Drive Initiative)
🏆 Awards Ceremony: 7:00 – 8:00 PM (Junior and Senior High entries)
🎓 Fine Arts College, Career, & Community Event: Explore future paths in the arts!
Saturday, May 16th (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
🧸 Family Engagement Room: Hands-on fun (Open until 3:00 PM)
🎨 Live Art Demos: Watch students and professionals work their magic.
🖼️ Open Galleries: Explore student masterpieces all day.
Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and come support the next generation of great artists. We can’t wait to see you there! ✨
#ClayCountyArts #StudentArtShow #SupportTheArts #ClayCountySchools #OneClay
We are just TWO WEEKS away from one of our favorite traditions: the 37th Annual Clay County District Schools Student Art Show! Come get inspired by the incredible talent and creativity of our elementary and secondary students. It’s a fantastic, FREE event for the whole community!
Where: Thrasher-Horne Conference Center
When: May 15th & 16th
Friday, May 15th (4:00 PM – 8:00 PM)
🚚 Food Trucks: 5:00 – 8:00 PM (In partnership with the College Drive Initiative)
🏆 Awards Ceremony: 7:00 – 8:00 PM (Junior and Senior High entries)
🎓 Fine Arts College, Career, & Community Event: Explore future paths in the arts!
Saturday, May 16th (10:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
🧸 Family Engagement Room: Hands-on fun (Open until 3:00 PM)
🎨 Live Art Demos: Watch students and professionals work their magic.
🖼️ Open Galleries: Explore student masterpieces all day.
Mark your calendars, invite your friends, and come support the next generation of great artists. We can’t wait to see you there! ✨
#ClayCountyArts #StudentArtShow #SupportTheArts #ClayCountySchools #OneClay
Manatee Families ~ Clay High Basketball SummerCamp is June 22-25 for all incoming 4th - 9th graders! To sign up scan the QR code.
Happy National Principals Day to the one and only Mr. O’Brian! 🍎
We are so incredibly lucky to have a leader who shows up every day with such heart. From your constant devotion to our students to the genuine care you show our families and community, you truly set the bar high.
Thank you for inspiring us all to be the very best Manatees we can be!
#NationalPrincipalDay #ThankyouMrOBrian #PositivelyPaterson
We are so incredibly lucky to have a leader who shows up every day with such heart. From your constant devotion to our students to the genuine care you show our families and community, you truly set the bar high.
Thank you for inspiring us all to be the very best Manatees we can be!
#NationalPrincipalDay #ThankyouMrOBrian #PositivelyPaterson
Yesterday was a truly special day at PES! 🎓✨ It was an absolute honor to celebrate the High School Class of 2026.
Our students and teachers lined the halls to cheer on these seniors as they took their "Walk Down Memory Lane" through our hallways. Seeing how far they’ve come since their days here brings so much pride to our community.
Once a Manatee, always a Manatee! 💙
#Classof2026 #TheFutureisBright #PostivelyPaterson
Our students and teachers lined the halls to cheer on these seniors as they took their "Walk Down Memory Lane" through our hallways. Seeing how far they’ve come since their days here brings so much pride to our community.
Once a Manatee, always a Manatee! 💙
#Classof2026 #TheFutureisBright #PostivelyPaterson
Honoring Our Heroes and Celebrating Our Community: One Clay Celebrates May! 🌟❤️
May is a month filled with gratitude and reflection across Clay County District Schools. We are proud to recognize these important observances that represent the heart of our community:
National Military Appreciation Month: Honoring the service and sacrifice of our military members and their families.
National Physical Fitness & Sports Month: Promoting healthy habits and teamwork for all our students.
Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian Heritage Month: Celebrating the rich history and traditions of our AAPI and Native Hawaiian families.
National Foster Care Month: Supporting the families and dedicated professionals who help our students thrive.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Prioritizing the well-being and care of our students, staff, and families.
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and join us in celebrating everything that makes our community special! ❤️
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #OneClayCelebrates #MilitaryAppreciation #AAPIHeritageMonth #FosterCareMonth #MentalHealthAwareness
May is a month filled with gratitude and reflection across Clay County District Schools. We are proud to recognize these important observances that represent the heart of our community:
National Military Appreciation Month: Honoring the service and sacrifice of our military members and their families.
National Physical Fitness & Sports Month: Promoting healthy habits and teamwork for all our students.
Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian Heritage Month: Celebrating the rich history and traditions of our AAPI and Native Hawaiian families.
National Foster Care Month: Supporting the families and dedicated professionals who help our students thrive.
Mental Health Awareness Month: Prioritizing the well-being and care of our students, staff, and families.
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and join us in celebrating everything that makes our community special! ❤️
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #OneClayCelebrates #MilitaryAppreciation #AAPIHeritageMonth #FosterCareMonth #MentalHealthAwareness
To the Leaders Who Make Our Schools Feel Like Home 🍎💙
Today is National School Principals’ Day, and we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible people who lead our campuses with so much heart.
Our principals are the ones greeting students with a smile every morning, supporting our teachers through every challenge, and working tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure every child feels safe and valued. They are more than administrators—they are mentors, cheerleaders, and the foundation of our school communities. We are so incredibly proud of the leadership they provide for our families here at Clay County District Schools.
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and give our amazing principals the "Thank You" they deserve! 🌟✨
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #NationalSchoolPrincipalsDay #ThankAPrincipal #OneClay
Today is National School Principals’ Day, and we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible people who lead our campuses with so much heart.
Our principals are the ones greeting students with a smile every morning, supporting our teachers through every challenge, and working tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure every child feels safe and valued. They are more than administrators—they are mentors, cheerleaders, and the foundation of our school communities. We are so incredibly proud of the leadership they provide for our families here at Clay County District Schools.
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and give our amazing principals the "Thank You" they deserve! 🌟✨
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #NationalSchoolPrincipalsDay #ThankAPrincipal #OneClay
Not All Heroes Wear Capes—Some Wear Aprons! 🦸♂️🦸♀️🍎
Today is School Lunch Hero Day, and we are celebrating the incredible team members who nourish our students every single day.
These dedicated professionals do so much more than prepare meals; they are the friendly faces who greet our children with kindness and make sure every student has the fuel they need to succeed in the classroom. We are so proud of the care and hard work they put into every tray across our campuses at Clay County District Schools. They truly are the heart of our cafeterias!
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and give our School Lunch Heroes the "Thank You" they deserve! 🌟✨
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #SchoolLunchHeroDay #OneClay #FuelingSuccess
Today is School Lunch Hero Day, and we are celebrating the incredible team members who nourish our students every single day.
These dedicated professionals do so much more than prepare meals; they are the friendly faces who greet our children with kindness and make sure every student has the fuel they need to succeed in the classroom. We are so proud of the care and hard work they put into every tray across our campuses at Clay County District Schools. They truly are the heart of our cafeterias!
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and give our School Lunch Heroes the "Thank You" they deserve! 🌟✨
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #SchoolLunchHeroDay #OneClay #FuelingSuccess
Help us celebrate the heart of Clay County! ❤️
Behind every student’s success is a team of dedicated professionals. From the front office to the classroom, and from the cafeteria to the bus loop—our employees are the Heart of Our District. Have you encountered a staff member who went above and beyond? We want to celebrate them!
✨ Submit your shout-out here: oneclay.net/cares
Whether it’s a small act of kindness or a major impact, your words mean the world to our staff. Help us shine a light on those who provide service with a heart!
#OneClayCares #ClayCountySchools #PublicEducation #ServiceWithAHeart #OneClay #MakeAnImpact
Healthy snacks for some very healthy brains! 🧠🍓 We are continuing our staff appreciation week with a huge thank you to Huntington Learning Center! Their beautiful fruit spread was exactly what our teachers needed to stay powered up during the FAST schedule.
We love our business sponsors! Thank you for making this week so special.
We love our business sponsors! Thank you for making this week so special.
We are SO excited to shower our incredible teachers and staff with love this week! 🍎✨
Since National Teacher Appreciation Week falls during our FAST testing schedule, we decided to get the party started early! A massive shout-out to Aiosa & Hoffman Orthodontics in Fleming Island for the delicious subs and fruit trays—our tummies are full and our hearts are fuller! 🥪🍓
We are beyond grateful for our amazing business sponsors who are helping us make this week extra special for our hardworking team. Let’s hear it for our staff! 👏👏
#positivelypaterson #teacherappreciationweek #ThankYouForSupportingUs
Since National Teacher Appreciation Week falls during our FAST testing schedule, we decided to get the party started early! A massive shout-out to Aiosa & Hoffman Orthodontics in Fleming Island for the delicious subs and fruit trays—our tummies are full and our hearts are fuller! 🥪🍓
We are beyond grateful for our amazing business sponsors who are helping us make this week extra special for our hardworking team. Let’s hear it for our staff! 👏👏
#positivelypaterson #teacherappreciationweek #ThankYouForSupportingUs
🚌 The road to a great school day starts with our amazing transportation team! 🚌
Today, we are celebrating School Bus Driver Appreciation Day and honoring the dedicated professionals who ensure our students arrive safely at their destinations. From navigating local traffic in the early morning to being a steady, positive presence on every route, our drivers and monitors truly "go the extra mile" for our community.
Do you want to be a bus driver? We are always looking for more talented people to join our transportation team! Learn more on our website at oneclay.net/busjobs.
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and show our gratitude for the team that keeps OneClay moving!
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #BusDriverAppreciation #OneClay #TransportationHeroes #SchoolSafety
Today, we are celebrating School Bus Driver Appreciation Day and honoring the dedicated professionals who ensure our students arrive safely at their destinations. From navigating local traffic in the early morning to being a steady, positive presence on every route, our drivers and monitors truly "go the extra mile" for our community.
Do you want to be a bus driver? We are always looking for more talented people to join our transportation team! Learn more on our website at oneclay.net/busjobs.
Please Like and Share this post to help us spread the good news and show our gratitude for the team that keeps OneClay moving!
#ClayCountyProud #CCDS #BusDriverAppreciation #OneClay #TransportationHeroes #SchoolSafety
Hi Manatee Families! To ensure all our students have the calmest possible environment for the upcoming FAST Test, we are making a small adjustment to our campus schedule.
📆 Tuesday, May 5th – Friday, May 15th
🚫 No lunch visitors or volunteers on campus during this window.
We appreciate your support in giving our students the quiet and focus they need to excel! Thank you for being such an amazing part of our PES Family! 💙
Manatee Families! The final day for Run/Walk is Thursday, April 30th. After that, please ensure your students go home their usual way. Also, save the date for our Award Ceremony: Thursday, May 21st at 3pm in the cafeteria! 👟👟👟
Looking for a way to secure your child’s future while saving money today? Clay County District Schools is proud to partner with Florida Prepaid to help our families get a head start on college savings! 🎓✨
Enroll in a Florida Prepaid 529 Plan by April 30 and you’ll receive a $50 gift card! 💰
With tuition costs on the rise, a Prepaid Plan allows you to lock in today’s prices with affordable, fixed monthly payments that never go up. It’s a simple, stress-free way to ensure your student is ready for whatever comes next.
Why choose a Prepaid Plan?
✅ Affordable: Lock in tuition costs one year at a time or all four years at once.
✅ Inflation-proof: Your monthly payments stay the same—no surprises!
✅ Risk-free: You will never lose your investment.
✅ Flexible: Use your plan nationwide and alongside scholarships like Bright Futures.
Give your child the gift of a debt-free future. Start today!
👉 Learn more and see plan prices at: https://bit.ly/4a5ol0C
Promo Code: CLAY2026
#ClayCountyProud #FloridaPrepaid #CollegeSavings #SecureTheirFuture #OneClay
❤️ A Sea of Red for Our Heroes!
It was absolutely wonderful to see our Manatee Students decked out in RED today! Our hallways were filled with spirit as we came together to Remember Everyone Deployed.
Seeing our community unite to support our military families is what being a Manatee is all about. A huge thank you to every student, teacher, and staff member who participated in honoring those serving overseas.
#MilitaryChildMonth #PurpleUp #RememberEveryoneDeployed #PositivelyPaterson
It was absolutely wonderful to see our Manatee Students decked out in RED today! Our hallways were filled with spirit as we came together to Remember Everyone Deployed.
Seeing our community unite to support our military families is what being a Manatee is all about. A huge thank you to every student, teacher, and staff member who participated in honoring those serving overseas.
#MilitaryChildMonth #PurpleUp #RememberEveryoneDeployed #PositivelyPaterson
🚛 Reminder: Touch A Truck is Tomorrow!
Don't forget that a great community event is happening tomorrow, Saturday, April 25, at the Clay County Fairgrounds! The Touch A Truck event offers a fun-filled day for families to explore impressive vehicles and learn about local resources.
If you are planning to head out, here is the schedule to help you plan your visit:
Quiet Time (No lights or sounds): 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Lights & Sounds: 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
In addition to the trucks, the event features food trucks, kids activities, and a special celebration of the United States of America’s 250th Anniversary.
📍 Location: 2463 FL-16, Green Cove Springs
#OneClay #ClayCounty #CommunityReminder #TouchATruck
Don't forget that a great community event is happening tomorrow, Saturday, April 25, at the Clay County Fairgrounds! The Touch A Truck event offers a fun-filled day for families to explore impressive vehicles and learn about local resources.
If you are planning to head out, here is the schedule to help you plan your visit:
Quiet Time (No lights or sounds): 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Lights & Sounds: 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.
In addition to the trucks, the event features food trucks, kids activities, and a special celebration of the United States of America’s 250th Anniversary.
📍 Location: 2463 FL-16, Green Cove Springs
#OneClay #ClayCounty #CommunityReminder #TouchATruck
🚌 2026–2027 Bus Registration is NOW OPEN!
It’s time to start planning for the upcoming school year! Registering early allows our transportation team to build the safest and most efficient bus routes for all students.
How to Register (2 Quick Steps):
1️⃣ Access Your BusPlanner Parent Portal
Go to: sdcc.mybusplanner.com/Login
New users: Click "Create Account."
Returning users: Log in to your existing account.
2️⃣ Complete the Registration Form
Once logged into the BusPlanner Parent Portal, click on Parent →Online Forms and Requests→2026-2027 Student Transportation Opt-In
OR
Go to our website at oneclay.net/bus and click on the 26-27 Bus Registration Form button
📍 Quick Eligibility Check:
2+ Miles: Students living 2 or more miles from school qualify for transportation.
🛡️ IEP Students: If your child has specialized transportation through an IEP, no registration is needed. It is already taken care of!
🚶 Walk Zones: Info on hazardous walking conditions and courtesy rider requests on our website at oneclay.net/bus
📧 Questions? Visit the CCDS Transportation website at oneclay.net/bus or email our routing team at routing@myoneclay.net.
⏰ Don’t wait! Register early to ensure smooth routing for the first day of school!
#OneClay #Transportation #BusRegistration #SafetyFirst
It’s time to start planning for the upcoming school year! Registering early allows our transportation team to build the safest and most efficient bus routes for all students.
How to Register (2 Quick Steps):
1️⃣ Access Your BusPlanner Parent Portal
Go to: sdcc.mybusplanner.com/Login
New users: Click "Create Account."
Returning users: Log in to your existing account.
2️⃣ Complete the Registration Form
Once logged into the BusPlanner Parent Portal, click on Parent →Online Forms and Requests→2026-2027 Student Transportation Opt-In
OR
Go to our website at oneclay.net/bus and click on the 26-27 Bus Registration Form button
📍 Quick Eligibility Check:
2+ Miles: Students living 2 or more miles from school qualify for transportation.
🛡️ IEP Students: If your child has specialized transportation through an IEP, no registration is needed. It is already taken care of!
🚶 Walk Zones: Info on hazardous walking conditions and courtesy rider requests on our website at oneclay.net/bus
📧 Questions? Visit the CCDS Transportation website at oneclay.net/bus or email our routing team at routing@myoneclay.net.
⏰ Don’t wait! Register early to ensure smooth routing for the first day of school!
#OneClay #Transportation #BusRegistration #SafetyFirst
"Reduce, Reuse, and get REALLY cute! 🌎✨ Mrs. McCarty’s class celebrated Earth Day by diving into the world of recycling and crafting their very own Earth Day Buddies! Who knew saving the planet could look this good? ♻️🤖"
#EarthDay #ScienceisFun #PositivelyPaterson
#EarthDay #ScienceisFun #PositivelyPaterson
It was such an honor to host a special breakfast this morning for our incredible Parent Volunteers! 🥞☕️
Paterson is a better school because of your dedication. From the countless hours of service to the love and kindness you show our students, teachers, and staff—we truly couldn't do it without you.
Thank you for being the heart of our community! ❤️🍎
#VolunteerAppreciation #FamilyInvolvementMatters #PositivelyPaterson
Paterson is a better school because of your dedication. From the countless hours of service to the love and kindness you show our students, teachers, and staff—we truly couldn't do it without you.
Thank you for being the heart of our community! ❤️🍎
#VolunteerAppreciation #FamilyInvolvementMatters #PositivelyPaterson
Mrs. Terry’s class went green for Earth Day! 🌿 Our students spent the day getting their hands in the dirt to plant new life and writing heartfelt promises to protect our planet. The future looks bright (and green) in Paterson! 🌎✨
#EarthDay #PositivelyPaterson
#EarthDay #PositivelyPaterson
