🎊 New Year, New Connections! 🎊
We are kicking off 2026 with some incredible news: 81% of our Clay County families are already active and staying connected through the OneClay app! 🙌
As we head into the second half of the school year, let’s make it a resolution to stay "in the know." Whether it’s a direct message from a teacher in Rooms, checking the latest lunch menu, or getting a push notification about a school update—the OneClay app puts everything you need right in your pocket. 📱✨
Let’s reach 100% together! If you haven’t activated your account yet, today is the perfect day to start fresh:
1️⃣ Download the OneClay "Clay County Schools" app from the iOS App Store or Android Play Store. 2️⃣ Toggle to "Rooms" in the bottom right corner of the app. 3️⃣ Activate your account by signing in with the phone number you have on file with your child's school. It’s that easy!
Need help? Check out the Quick Start Guide images below for a visual walk-through or visit oneclay.net/app. Let’s stay connected, OneClay! ❤️📢
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #NewYear2026 #StayConnected #ParentEngagement



Montessori Program Applications OPEN!
Is your child ready to explore, discover, and grow at their own pace? We are thrilled to announce that Swimming Pen Creek Elementary is now officially accepting applications for our Montessori Program for the 2026-2027 school year!
Our Montessori classrooms offer a unique, hands-on learning environment designed to foster independence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning.
🏫 Why Choose Montessori at SPC?
Student-Centered Learning: Children follow their interests and learn through discovery.
Mixed-Age Classrooms: Fostering mentorship and social development.
Hands-On Materials: Specialized tools that make abstract concepts concrete.
Certified Educators: Dedicated teachers trained in the Montessori philosophy.
📅 How to Apply:
Applications are open NOW! Don’t miss the chance to give your child a foundation for success.
🔗 Click here for more information and to apply: https://www.oneclay.net/o/spc/page/montessori
RSVP for Info Night or School Day Tour: https://forms.gle/z5BEfjMcsiXNt3Sa6
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1.5.26

Theme: READING RESOLUTIONS 📚🤝
Does your school go above and beyond to foster a culture of literacy? Nominate them today! The winning school receives funding and a trophy. 🏆
🗓 Nominations open: Jan 1–22, 2026 🔗 Nominate here: www.OneClay.net/page/community-first-school-of-the-month
#OneClay #SchoolOfTheMonth #ReadingResolutions #LiteracyMatters

Join us for an exciting afternoon of hockey and community spirit as the Jacksonville Icemen welcome all of Clay County! ⛸️ The Jacksonville Icemen are partnering with Clay County District Schools to provide a wonderful afternoon full of family, hockey, and fun. 🏫✨
Grab your discounted tickets here: 🔗 www.jaxicemen.com/claycounty26
Bonus: Be sure to stay after the game to come onto the ice for Shots on Net! 🥅🏒
Get your tickets today! 🙌









Mrs. Van De Water's kiddos had the best time during their Market Day creating & selling their goodies!










Just a friendly reminder: Students return to school on Tuesday, January 6th. 🎒🍎
Enjoy these last few days of winter break, rest up, and we’ll see you back in the classrooms on Tuesday morning!
#ClayCounty #OneClay #NewYear2026

Happy New Year, Clay County! As we step into 2026, we wish our entire school community a year filled with joy, growth, and success. We hope you are enjoying a wonderful winter break with family and friends.
We are excited to see our students back in the classroom very soon to continue "Discovering Endless Possibilities"!
🗓️ REMINDER: Students return to school on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
#OneClay #HappyNewYear2026

As we gather with loved ones and enjoy this winter break, we hope your days are filled with joy, rest, and relaxation. We are so proud of everything our students have accomplished this year and can't wait to see everyone back in the halls soon!
📌 Mark your calendars: Students return to school on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
Happy Holidays, OneClay! 🎄🎁
#OneClay #ClayCounty #HappyHolidays

We hope all of our students, employees, and families have a wonderful, safe, and relaxing break! Please take note of our upcoming schedule and the dates our buildings will be closed to help you plan for the new year:
Dec 22 – Jan 1: Winter Break (Student Holiday)
Dec 25 – Jan 1: All Schools and District Offices CLOSED
Friday, Jan 2: Planning Day (No school for students)
Monday, Jan 5: Inservice Day (No school for students)
Tuesday, Jan 6: Students return to school! 🎒
Friday, Jan 10: Report Cards available via the Synergy ParentVUE app.
Enjoy the break, and we look forward to seeing all of our students back in the classroom on Tuesday, January 6, 2026!
#OneClay #WinterBreak

This morning we had a fun celebration to wrap up our 2025 with some singing and learning!









These 2 kidlets have just completed 5 SSYRA books and are ready to hit their next goal!


Don't forget to keep reading like crazy even over winter break!
You can return your monthly challenge bookmark when we get back 😘


Such a fun way to celebrate the holidays...with a party!




Congrats to Arianna for being our 1st place
Keiran for being our Runner-Up to represent SPC at the county competition.
Yippy Skippy to all our participants, Mrs. Vandewater and our judges for such a great spelling bee this year!










We had the best time at our Holiday Celebration with homemade pancakes!














Our SPC Kindergarten kidlets did the best job during their holiday concert!




