🎭 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! 🎈
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as our Manatees do their best! 💙
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
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
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
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!
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
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
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
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! 🌊🌟
📸 Don’t miss out on the memories, Manatee Families! 📸
Did you forget to grab a copy of this year's class group photo? Good news—it’s not too late! Make sure you have a keepsake of all the friends your student made during the 2025-2026 school year.
✨ How to order:
Visit www.leonards.com/order
Enter Access Code: C711393
Order yours today!
📌 REMINDER: One More Day for Students!
We hope everyone enjoyed a safe and relaxing Spring Break! As you settle into your Sunday evening, please keep in mind that tomorrow, Monday, March 23, is a Teacher Planning Day.
There will be no school for students tomorrow while our educators and staff prepare for the final stretch of the school year.
We look forward to welcoming all of our students back to the classroom this Tuesday, March 24! 🍎
Enjoy your Sunday evening and your extra day of rest, Clay County!
#ClayCountySchools #OneClay #PlanningDay #SpringBreak2026
🏛️ FROM THE CLASSROOM TO THE COLISEUM! 🏛️
The spirit of the ancients came alive this week during our annual 6th Grade Greek Olympics last Friday! After diving deep into ancient civilizations in World History, our students traded their pens for laurels and put their knowledge to the test. ⚔️
Across all five classes, we saw:
✨ Incredible sportsmanship
⚡️ Epic "friendly" competition
🏅 New legends crowned on the field
We are so incredibly proud of the heart and determination these 6th graders displayed. Their junior high odyssey is just beginning, and we can’t wait to see them conquer whatever comes next! 🚀
📸 Want to see our athletes in action? Check out all the incredible pictures from the event by clicking the link in below:
🔗 Facebook Album: Greek Olypmics 2025-2026
Dive Into Spring Break, Manatees!
March 16th - 20th is spring break! Monday, March 23rd is a teacher planning day. We look forward to seeing all our students back on Tuesday, March 24th.
As we head into the weekend, we want to wish all of our students, teachers, and staff a restorative and joyful week off. Whether you’re traveling or enjoying some local sunshine, we hope you have a safe and wonderful break.
Here is a quick refresher on the schedule before you head out:
🗓️ Important Dates
March 16 – 20: Spring Break (No School)
Monday, March 23: Teacher Planning Day (No school for students)
Tuesday, March 24: Students return to the classroom!
We look forward to seeing everyone back and refreshed on Tuesday, March 24. Enjoy the time off, Clay County!
#ClayCountySchools #OneClay #SpringBreak2026 #SafeTravels
