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I'd like to take a moment to share an upcoming event that parents could benefit from.

Clay County District Schools has partnered with Clay County Sheriff's Office and the FBI to host a free community event for parents, caregivers, and educators on smartphone and internet safety. During the class, you'll learn about the latest social media trends and apps, and how to protect your scholars in the digital world.

📋 Thursday, February 27th

🕐 6:30-8:00pm

📍Ridgeview High School

Questions? Terri.Dennis@myoneclay.net

If you plan to attend, please RSVP using the link below.

Beginning in the 2025-26 school year, all 6-12 grade scholars taking PE are required to purchase the NEW fitness program shirts instead of the grammar school PE uniform.

The shorts will remain the same.

Stay tuned for a link to order the t-shirts through Stryker Custom Designs.

Our upper school Drama Club is ready to present their spring musical, Fiddler on the Roof, Jr.!

Please come out and support our wonderful thespian scholars this weekend. You have four showings to choose from, all of which are on the Orange Park campus.

Planning to join us for our inaugural Color Run? The deadline to register for early bird pricing is February 25. On February 26, the cost goes up.

Early Bird Registration is $25/participant, which includes a t-shirt and a medal.

Late Registration is $35/participant, which begins February 26th.

Grades K-1 ~ One lap run

Grades 2-12 ~ Two mile run

Food and concessions will be on site for purchase.

If you'd like to make an additional donation to the event or would like to ask family members to contribute, please do so using this site.

To register, pay on MySchoolBucks first (use the QR code), then register your number using the link below.

Points of Contact: Coach Sage: matthew.sage@stjca.org or Mrs. Cosme: anamaria.cosme@stjca.org.

We are still looking for sponsors. Please reach out if you or your company is interested.

On 2/26, Lenoard's will be on campus to take class photos and senior photos.

If you'd like to order copies, you may do so at Leonards.com/order.

Tickets for the annual Father Daughter Dance are on sale now. The dance will take place on March 29 at the Orange Park Campus.

If you have any stuffed animals that you'd like to donate, the National Junior Honor Society is collecting them through the month of February.

Donations can be placed in the pink hamper outside of Mrs. McCullough's office or given to teachers.

Questions: Carmen.burgess@stjca.org

Mark your calendars for the inaugural Post High School Retreat & Fair.

During the school day on March 4, juniors will meet with their academic advisors for a post high school retreat (periods 1-3) to learn about future options.

At night, scholars are encouraged to return to campus with their parents to visit various post high school tables that represent colleges, trade schools, community colleges, and the military.

Light refreshments will be provided by the Lions Council.

Please RSVP using the form below.

The SJCA Fine Arts Department has a full line up of events coming your way. Please mark your calendars and come out to support our wonderful scholars.

Tiny Lions Cheer Camp

The Roaring Lions will host a cheer camp the week of March 24 for scholars in grades K-5. The cost to participate is $55, which should be paid via MySchoolBucks. Participants will practice on 3/24 and 3/25 at the Fleming Island campus and will perform at the soccer game on 3/27 at the Orange Park campus. Each Tiny Lion Cheerleader will receive a t-shirt and bow with their entry fee.

Cheer Clinic

If your scholar is interested in joining next year's cheer team, please sign up for the cheer clinic on April 15. The event is open to rising 6 through 12 grade.

Cheer Try Outs

Cheer Try Outs will take place on April 28 and 29; both days are mandatory. The team is open to rising 6 through 12 grade. Note, try outs are for the 2025-26 team.

Three scholars were selected to serve as soccer managers for our new team this year. Congrats to:

Mackenzie G.

Anna M.

Emma B.

SJCA plans to field a 7v7 boys middle school soccer team.

SJCA will host soccer try outs over the course of three days at the end of February. If your scholar plans to try out, plan for them to attend all three days.

Please complete your EL2 & EL3 forms, they need to be done by game one.

You can wish your scholar a happy birthday on SJCA's outdoor sign. If you're interested, go to MySchoolBucks and register at least TWO WEEKS BEFORE your scholar's birthday. The cost is $20. The birthday announcement will run from 6:00am to 6:00pm on your scholar's birthday.

All funds raised benefit SJCA Athletics and PE.

Last year, our Safety Patrols led an inspiring philanthropy project that collected and delivered supplies to a remote Indigenous tribe on the Pacific coast of Panama. SJCA teachers traveled to the village to personally hand these supplies over, making a meaningful impact. We are excited to announce that we are scheduled to return this spring break for another trip.

This year, let’s continue “Doing the Good” by helping the Safety Patrol bless this community with the supplies they need. We’ve been in touch with the tribe's chief and teacher, and they’ve provided a list of items they are currently in need of. If you can, please donate:

• School supplies: modeling clay, notebooks, binders, filler paper
• Coloring books
• Outdoor play equipment: soccer balls, basketballs, footballs, baseballs, volleyballs, kickballs, etc.
• Children’s bikes or scooters (gently used are welcome)
• Learning materials in Spanish: books, posters, etc.

For more details about our trip and to learn more about the Embera Tribe, please join our Google Classroom using the code: jpa52pl

If you have any questions about the donations, feel free to reach out to Mrs. Hancock at liberty.hancock@stjca.org

Let’s continue to make a positive impact by “Doing the Good” together!

Pictured below are three of our teachers who visited the tribe last year.

This month's teacher/staff treat from the Lions Council was mini bundt cakes.

If you're interested in serving on the Lions Council Executive Committee, the application process is open to all. If you're interested, please fill out the form below and return it to school, c/o Ms. Perez.

✅ If you need or want to set limits on spending, please contact Lunch@stjca.org.

✅ To view your lunch account(s) and add funds, please visit: http://www.myschoolbucks.com/.

✅ If you would like to check your eligibility for Free/Reduced Lunch, please click HERE.

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