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📢 UPDATE: 2026-2027 School Start Times Finalized
We heard you, Clay County! 🗣️ After reviewing over 20,000 survey responses, the Clay County School Board has officially voted to keep our school start times unchanged for the 2026-2027 school year.
We want to extend a huge thank you to the parents, students, staff, and community members who shared their feedback. Your voice played a critical role in this decision, and the data showed a clear preference for maintaining our current schedules.
Secondary, Elementary, and Junior High bell times will remain exactly as they are now. For a full breakdown of the survey results and the final schedule, please visit our website:
🔗 oneclay.net/starttime
#OneClay #ClayCounty #BackToSchool #CommunityVoice
We heard you, Clay County! 🗣️ After reviewing over 20,000 survey responses, the Clay County School Board has officially voted to keep our school start times unchanged for the 2026-2027 school year.
We want to extend a huge thank you to the parents, students, staff, and community members who shared their feedback. Your voice played a critical role in this decision, and the data showed a clear preference for maintaining our current schedules.
Secondary, Elementary, and Junior High bell times will remain exactly as they are now. For a full breakdown of the survey results and the final schedule, please visit our website:
🔗 oneclay.net/starttime
#OneClay #ClayCounty #BackToSchool #CommunityVoice

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📢 Big news, Clay County! Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of students? 🍎
Clay County District Schools is hosting an All Positions Job Fair on Wednesday, May 6th! Whether you are an educator, a support professional, or looking to start a new career path in public service, we want to meet YOU.
🗓 When: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
📍 Where: Fleming Island High School
Start your journey with #OneClay and help us discover endless possibilities for the 2026-2027 school year!
🔗 Learn more and view open positions at OneClay.net/Employment
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #JobFair #EducationCareers #NowHiring #FloridaJobs
Clay County District Schools is hosting an All Positions Job Fair on Wednesday, May 6th! Whether you are an educator, a support professional, or looking to start a new career path in public service, we want to meet YOU.
🗓 When: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
📍 Where: Fleming Island High School
Start your journey with #OneClay and help us discover endless possibilities for the 2026-2027 school year!
🔗 Learn more and view open positions at OneClay.net/Employment
#OneClay #ClayCountySchools #JobFair #EducationCareers #NowHiring #FloridaJobs

Happy Assistant Principal's Week to the best one out there, Mr. Hogmire! Thank you for all you do for WEC!

3rd quarter awards- 5th grade





This week is National Assistant Principals Week, and we are proud to recognize the vital leaders who help our schools thrive! 🏫💼
Our Assistant Principals play a critical role in the daily success of Clay County District Schools. From ensuring a safe and orderly learning environment to supporting our teachers and overseeing academic progress, their leadership is foundational to everything we do. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure our students have the structure and support they need to succeed.
Please join us in thanking our CCDS Assistant Principals for their unwavering commitment to excellence and our community! 🌟⭐
#OneClay #APWeek26 #CCDSStrong #SchoolLeadership #ClayCountySchools
Our Assistant Principals play a critical role in the daily success of Clay County District Schools. From ensuring a safe and orderly learning environment to supporting our teachers and overseeing academic progress, their leadership is foundational to everything we do. They work tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure our students have the structure and support they need to succeed.
Please join us in thanking our CCDS Assistant Principals for their unwavering commitment to excellence and our community! 🌟⭐
#OneClay #APWeek26 #CCDSStrong #SchoolLeadership #ClayCountySchools

Autism Awareness and Acceptance Spirit Week

This Week at the Cherry Champion Cafe...

Happy National Robotics Week! 🛠️💻
At CCDS, we are empowering students through hands-on learning and technical exploration. Our robotics and STEM labs provide a space for students to apply math and science concepts to real-world challenges, fostering the persistence and ingenuity required for academic success.
We’re proud of our students and teachers for their dedication to excellence in technology and innovation! 🌟📐
#OneClay #NationalRoboticsWeek #STEM #CareerReady #ClayCounty
At CCDS, we are empowering students through hands-on learning and technical exploration. Our robotics and STEM labs provide a space for students to apply math and science concepts to real-world challenges, fostering the persistence and ingenuity required for academic success.
We’re proud of our students and teachers for their dedication to excellence in technology and innovation! 🌟📐
#OneClay #NationalRoboticsWeek #STEM #CareerReady #ClayCounty

Today is National School Librarian Day, and we are proud to recognize the dedicated professionals who serve our students across Clay County District Schools! 📚💻
Our Media Specialists are essential partners in the classroom. They play a vital role in helping students build foundational literacy skills, master the art of research, and navigate the vast world of information with confidence. By providing high-quality resources that support our curriculum, they ensure our students have the tools they need for academic success.
We are incredibly grateful for the expertise and commitment our CCDS librarians bring to our schools every day. Thank you for your hard work in preparing our students for a bright future! 🎓📖
#NationalSchoolLibrarianDay #ClayCountySchools #EducationFirst #OneClay
Our Media Specialists are essential partners in the classroom. They play a vital role in helping students build foundational literacy skills, master the art of research, and navigate the vast world of information with confidence. By providing high-quality resources that support our curriculum, they ensure our students have the tools they need for academic success.
We are incredibly grateful for the expertise and commitment our CCDS librarians bring to our schools every day. Thank you for your hard work in preparing our students for a bright future! 🎓📖
#NationalSchoolLibrarianDay #ClayCountySchools #EducationFirst #OneClay

3rd quarter awards- 1st grade





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
#ClayCountyProud #FloridaPrepaid #CollegeSavings #SecureTheirFuture #OneClay
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
#ClayCountyProud #FloridaPrepaid #CollegeSavings #SecureTheirFuture #OneClay

Mrs. Gibbens' class celebrated going into Easter break by making birds nests. Our class likes to cook, enjoy taking turns and following a recipe and eating the yummy treat! Thanks to Kelli Winslow for all you do to make these days so fun!

Pre-K egg hunt 🐣🐰










Blue for Autism Awareness and Acceptance today 💙🩵💙



It was an exciting evening at the monthly school board meeting tonight! First some members of the WEC Champion chorus performed a song from their upcoming show. Then Mr. Hogmire was acknowledged for completing the Principalship Program, Mrs. Coultis and Mrs. Hanley were recognized for the student artwork displayed at the meeting, and finally Mrs. Whiddon presented the School Showcase featuring all things that make WEC such an amazing school!




