The Clay County Board of Education will be holding a public forum to discuss a plan to improve school nutrition and physical fitness in the district.  The meeting will begin at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at the Clay County Board of Education, located at 128 Richmond Road in Manchester.  Everyone is invited to attend.

You can find all NTI work on your child’s teacher webpage. Teachers will be available to help students on each NTI day.  If you have any questions, please contact your child’s school or teacher. 

CANCELLATIONS FOR TODAY NOVEMBER 15

After School (ESS)

Elementary ballgames and academic games

Parent group at Oneida

6th grade showcase Coaches Meeting

Go to http://kycss.org/sswpledge/ to take your pledge to stand up against bully behavior.  If you need to report bully behavior, please use contact your principal or use the reporting website/app.

Clay County Fall Break 

Thursday, October 11 and

Friday, October 12

Clay County Middle Open House will be on Sept. 18 from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

FREE University Exploration Event

EKU Manchester Campus

August 21, 2018

9:30 - Noon

Contact Early Steps to School Success Coordinator at Elementary Schools

Clay County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.

Clay County Area Technology Center

1097 North HWY 11

Manchester, KY 40962

Principal: Mr. Anthony Young

 Telephone:  606-598-2194

What is Autism?

Parent Training

July 31, 2018

Paces Creek Elementary

5:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Evidenced based practices for children with autism, which includes the ABC’s of behavior and discuss the functions of behaviors. Also discussion on antecedent based behavior interventions will be included!

Please, register with:

Kristy Smith at 598-8998

Food will be provided

Sponsored by the Clay County Family Resource
and Youth Service Centers

CCPS teachers: Jennifer McDaniel will be offering an additional Professional Learning Session on July 31, 2018. The session is Engaging Students in Problem Solving and is appropriate for grades 4-9 math teachers. This three hour session will be offered on July 31 at 8:30 am and 12:30 pm.

If you are interested in attending this session, please email Deann Allen

REMINDER!

 -ALL students K-12th grade must show proof of completing, or at least receiving the first dose of, the Hepatitis A vaccine to attend school.

 -Students age 16 or older must show proof of completing, or at least receiving the first dose of, the Meningococcal ACWY vaccine to attend school.

 To meet these requirements, a current Certificate of Immunization Status must be provided to the school showing the date your child received these vaccines. 

Families are invited to attend Registration, Meet & Greet  and Back To School Bash at each school.  Registration for all students, including preschool, and the Back to School Bash will be at each school on the following days:

The approved 2018-2019 Athletic Handbooks are now available in the Athletics section located in Quick Links.

Camp Adventure is a free “Summer Boost Camp” for the elementary students of Clay County who have completed grades K-5 during the 2017-2018 school year.

Place:  Manchester Elementary 
Date:  June 5th-July 6th 
Time:  8 am-2 pm
Camp registration Date:  Friday, June 1st and Monday, June 4th from 9 am-12 noon at Manchester Elementary

To Find a Nearby Site:

Call 1-866-348-6479 or Text "Summer Meals" to 97779

ROARING FUN CLASSES:

For Students entering 7^th grade through 12^th grade

Week 1:  June 11 – June15, 2018

Week 2:  July 9 – July 13, 2018

Time:  9:00 am – 3:00 pm  (Breakfast and Lunch Served)

Location: Clay County High School

Classes include: Board Games – Self Defense – DIY Journals - Owl Pelletts – Ultimate Frisbee – Pillow Making -

Basic Cooking – Calligraphy – Crochet -Embroidery – Felted Soap – Heraldry- Kites - Origami

Sponsored by CCHS FRYSC and Partners for Education, Berea College

Learn about …

• KHEAA Programs
• Colleges
• Career Opportunities
• Financial Aid
• FASFA

June 12, 2018  Noon – 3:00 PM at Clay County High School

Sponsored by Partners for Education at Berea College

Notice is hereby given that one of the items to be considered at the regularly scheduled meeting of the Clay County Board of Education on Monday, May 7, 2018 at 6;00 p.m. is the school calendar for the upcomiong school year.  A special called meeting will be held on Thursday, May 10, 208 at 4:00 pm fpr the purpose of adopting a school calendar.

Students can now anonymously report bad behavior directly to school officials with the Anonymous Alert app.

Socialnomics and Netiquette: Internet Safety Training 

Thursday, Feb. 8, 6-8 p.m. 
Clay County Public Library, Community Room

Jan. 22 - Jan. 26

There is no school on Wednesday, January 17, 2018.   This is not an NTI day.

Clay County Schools will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2018 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King.

If you are interested in learning more about the work of Dr. King, check out this website https://www.dogonews.com/2018/1/10/honoring-the-life-and-legacy-of-dr-martin-luther-king-jr

Due to the winter weather advisory,Clay County Schools will dismiss today (January 12, 2018) at 1:00 pm.

January 8-12, 2017

No school in Clay County on Friday, January 5, 2018.  This is NOT an NTI Day.  Have a great weekend and stay warm.

January 4, 2018 will be NTI Day 2.  Students do not report to school. Parents, teachers have shared instructions for NTI Day 2 with students.  If you have questions, please email your teacher or call your school after 10:00 am on January 4, 2018.

School will be in session on January 3, 2018 on a regular schedule.  It is going to be a great semester!

January 2, 2018 will be NTI Day 1 for Clay County Schools.  Students do not report to school. Parents, teachers have shared instructions for NTI Day 1 with students. If you have questions, please email the your teacher or call your school after 10:00 am on January 2, 2018.

NOTICE

The Clay County Board of Education will receive bids at 128 Richmond Road, Manchester, KY 40962 for Employee Voluntary Insurance Benefit Package including but not limited to Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Dental, Disability, Life and Vision Insurance until 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Clay County Board of Education office in Manchester, Kentucky. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

NOTICE

The Clay County Board of Education will receive bids at 128 Richmond Road, Manchester, KY 40962 for Fiber Leases for Burning Springs Elementary, Clay County Area Technology Center, Clay County High School, Clay County Middle School, Manchester Elementary School and Paces Creek Elementary until 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, January 3, 2018. Specifications and bid forms may be obtained at the Clay County Board of Education office in Manchester, Kentucky. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

January 2-6, 2018

December 11-16, 2017

December 4-9, 2017

November 27 - December 1, 2017

November 13-21, 2017

November 6-10, 2017

On October 17, 2017, Clay County Schools welcomed Congressman Hal Rogers, Senate President Robert Stivers, award winning actress Jennifer Garner and Save The Children President Mark Shriver.  Pictured is actress Jennifer Garner and Shane Garver, Director of Kentucky Operations for Save the Children

October 30 - November 3, 2017

October 23-27, 2017

October 17-20, 2017

October 12th and 13th is Fall Break for Clay County Schools. 
We wish everyone an enjoyable Fall Break. Monday, October 16, 2017 is a teacher planning day. Students return to school on Tuesday, October 17, 2017

October 2 - 8, 2017

Seniors, Juniors, and Parents/Guardians

You Are Invited

Paying for College 101 - Financial Aid Night

Thursday, September 14th

5:30 PM

Clay County High School Library

September 5-10, 2017

August 28 - September 1, 2017

When:  September 16, 2017

Time:  10:00 am to 3:00 pm

Where:  Faith Assembly of God, 309 Faith Assembly Church Road, London, KY

Registration Deadline: August 25, 2017

For more inforamtion contact your school or call (606)877-1135

August 21 - 27, 2017

Clay County Schools will be closed August 21, 2017.  Clay County schools will be session on Friday, September 1, 2017.

August 14 - 20, 2017

Your elementary principal and teachers invite you and your children to attend their meet and greet for the exciting 2017-2018 school year.  You will be able to  meet your child's teacher and complete required paperwork.  The paperwork can be located on this website under the Forms and Link Tab.  The paperwork  will also be avaialble at each school.  

Let's gear up for a great school year Clay County!

Big Creek – August 3^rd - Noon – 4:00 pm

Burning Springs – August  7^th – 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Goose Rock – August 7^th - Noon – 3:00 pm

Hacker – August 7^th  – 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Manchester – August 7^th from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Oneida – August 7^th from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Paces Creek – July 31^st from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm 

August 1, 1928 - June 29, 2017

Payroll checks will be available to be picked up on Friday, June 30^th between the hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Any checks not picked up by close of business will be mailed.

Movies will begin at approximately 9:00 pm at Rawlings and Stinson Park

Free Summer Movies are sponsored by: The City of Manchester & The Clay County Family Resource & Youth Service Centers

Movies will begin at approximately 9:00 pm at Rawlings and Stinson Park

Free Summer Movies are sponsored by: The City of Manchester & The Clay County Family Resource & Youth Service Centers

Movies will begin at approximately 9:00 pm at Rawlings and Stinson Park

Free Summer Movies are sponsored by: The City of Manchester & The Clay County Family Resource & Youth Service Centers

Movies will begin at approximately 9:00 pm at Rawlings and Stinson Park

Free Summer Movies are sponsored by: The City of Manchester & The Clay County Family Resource & Youth Service Centers

Movies will begin at approximately 9:00 pm at Rawlings and Stinson Park
Free Summer Movies are sponsored by: The City of Manchester & The Clay County Family Resource & Youth Service Centers

June 9th - Moana
June 16th - Fantastic Beasts and Where to find them
June 23rd - Sing
July 7th - Alice through the Looking Glass
July 14th - Star Wars: Rogue One
July 28th - Finding Dory

Movies will begin at approximately 9:00 pm at Rawlings and Stinson Park
Free Summer Movies are sponsored by: The City of Manchester & The Clay County Family Resource & Youth Service Centers

Teachers:  Please check your email for changes and additions to the Professional Learning schedule.  

1. Date for Promethean Board Training will be July 26 and July 27
2. Canceled Imagine It Training for August 3 and August 
3. New Professional Learning Sessions for K -3 teachers and Special Education teachers have been added.

Clay County High School Class of 2017 Graduation Ceremony will be held  at 8:30 pm Saturday, May 20, 2017 at Tiger Stadium.  Congratulations to all graduates and their families. 

Free Summer Meals for ALL Children 18 and Younger (No Enrollment, No Cost!)
Clay County Middle School: May 22nd – May 26th Breakfast 8:00-9:00 Lunch 11:30-12:30
Manchester Elementary School: May 22nd – June 29th Breakfast 7:45-8:30 Lunch 11:30-12:30 

To find additional locations please call 1-866-348-6479

Camp Adventur is a free "Summer Boost Camp" for th elementary students of Clay COunty who have completed grades K-5 during the 2016-2017 school year.

PLace: Manchester Elementary

Date: May 22, 2017 - June 29, 2017

Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Camp registration is May 18^th from 9 am-12 noon at Manchester Elementary

Kindergarten registration will be the week of Monday, May 15, 2017 through Thursday May 18, 2017 at each elementary school.  Register your child at the elementary school they will attend between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm on the dates listed above.  For more information contact your elementary school. 

There are new guidelines for Kindergarten Entrance for school year 2017-2018. Your child must be 5 years old by AUGUST 1, 2017 to be eligible for kindergarten entrance. If your child’s birthday is between August 1^st and October 1^st 2017, the Board of Education has developed an early entrance policy allowing your child to enter school earlier than permitted under statuary age requirements. The policy states that the child must be 5 by October 1, 2017 and demonstrate academic achievement, social, emotional, and physical maturity appropriate for kindergarten placement. You must apply for your child to be considered for early placement in kindergarten, before June 1, 2017. The application can be obtained at the Board of Education office.   

You must complete the following procedures for your child to be considered for early entrance.

• Application for Early Entrance for Kindergarten.
• Application must be submitted to the central office no later than June 1^st. Assessment will take place within 45 days of receiving application at the central office.
• Proof of age – must be turning 5 between August 1 and October 1.
• Proof of Residency – student must reside in the Clay County School District.
• Scores at or above the 80 percentile in all domains of the Brigance II Screener.
• If you have any questions please contact Judy Smith at the Clay Co. Board of Education (606) 598-2168. 

May 8 - 12, 2017

May 1 - 7, 2017

April 24 - 30, 2017

April 17 - 23, 2017

April 10 - 16, 2017

April 3 - 9, 2017

March 6, 2017 - March 12, 2017

February 27, 2017 - March 5, 2017

February 20, 2017 - February 26, 2017

February 13, 2017 - February 19, 2017

February 6, 2017 - February 12, 2017

January 29, 2017 - February 5, 2017

January 23, 2017 - January 29, 2017

January 2, 2017 - January 8, 2017

December 12, 2016 - December 21, 2016

December 5, 2016 - December 11, 2016

November 28, 2016 - December 4, 2016

November 21, 2016 - November 27, 2016

November 14, 2016 - November 20, 2016

October 31, 2016 - November 6, 2016

October 24, 2016 - October 30, 2016

October 17, 2016 - October 23, 2016

October 10, 2016 - October 16, 2016

October 3, 2016 - October 9, 2016

Superintendent William Sexton and the Clay County School Board Members are pleased to announce that Clay County Public Schools is now a Proficient School District.  This Recognition is based on the 2015-16 Assessment Data.  

September 19, 2016 - September 25, 2016

September 12, 2016 - September 18, 2016

September 6, 2016 - September 11, 2016

Date: September 15th 2016
Time: 6pm
Venue: Crawdad Building
(311 Highway 638, Manchester 40962)
FREE Community Event

August 29, 2016 - September 4, 2016

August 22, 2016 - August 28, 2016

The trainer is unable to travel to Clay County this week.  The training will be rescheduled.

Clay County Middle School parent association will hold a meeting to nominate and elect two parent representatives for the SBDM council.  This meeting will take place on Monday, August 1, 2016 at 5:00 pm in the Clay County Middle school library

Clay County Schools will be closed on Election Day, May 22, 2018

A public forum will be held at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 23, 2018 regarding the annual school nutrition and physical activity environment report seeking public input for the advancement of these programs.  The forum will be held at the Clay County Board of Education located at 128 Richmond Road Manchester, Kentucky.

Clay County High Schools Open House will be October 10th from 3:05 pm to 6:00 pm.

March 27, 2017 - April 2, 2017

January 16, 2017 - January 22, 2017

January 8, 2017 - January 15, 2017

ALL Clay County Public Schools offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 due to Election Day.

All employees enrolled to receive their pay by direct deposit will begin receiving their semi-monthly direct deposit advices electronically by email. The ‘Advice Date’ located at the top of the direct deposit advice will be the actual date employees pay will be deposited into their bank account. Employees will be required to enter the last four digits of their social security number to open the attachment in the secure email. Direct deposit advices will be emailed to employees clay.kyschools.us email account only – no direct deposit advices will be emailed to personal email accounts. If you have technical issues with your clay.kyschools.us email account, please contact the technology department for assistance. 

The direct deposit advice for the February 29, 2016 pay date will be emailed tomorrow, Friday, February 26, 2016.

Employees should not expect to receive their pay deposited in their bank account until February 29, 2016.

Clay County Schools will be in session when Memorial Day is observed, May 28, 2018

No School  Monday January 8, 2018. This will be NTI Day 3. Students do not report to school. Parents, teachers have shared instructions for NTI Day 3 with students.  If you have questions, please email your teacher or try calling your school after 11:00 am on January 8, 2018.

The first Open House for all Elementary Schools will by Monday, September 18, 2017 from 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm

March 20, 2017 - March 26, 2017

November 7, 2016 - November 13, 2016

September 26, 2016 - October 3, 2016

July 28th at Manchester Elementary from 9:00 until 2:00. 

CLAY COUNTY PUBLIC PRESCHOOL & KCEOC HEAD START Joint Screenings for Early Childhood Education for school beginning August 2018

Clay County School officials are closely monitoring the weather forecast for the evening of January 7 and morning of January 8.  A final decision regarding the status of school will be made in the morning.  As always, the safety of students and staff will be the determining factor. 

Please click here for more information regarding a great job opportunity for retired teachers, parents returning to work, & recent college graduates!

2017/2018 School Year for 3 and 4 Year Olds for For All Head Start and Clay Preschool Locations

Children who are 3 or 4 including children with special needs by August 1, 2017 are eligible for Head Start

Children who are 4 by August 1, 2017 or are 3 with a disability are eligible for Preschool

Screenings will take place from 9:30-2:00 at the following locations:

March 27^th- Burning Springs Elem

March 28^th- Big Creek and Oneida community at Big Creek Elementary

March 28^th- Goose Rock Elementary

March 29^th- Paces Creek Elementary

March 30^th- Hacker Elementary

March 31^st- Manchester Elementary

On the day of the screening please bring proof of income (W-2 or tax return preferred)

We encourage all children to apply for KCEOC Head Start/Clay County Preschool, including children that are homeless and children with disabilities

Program determination is based on income eligibility. Homeless Children are given priority. Transportation services will be provided when possible

Notice of Destruction of Special Education and 504 Records

In accordance with District procedures and records retention guidelines, the following Special Education and 504 records housed at Clay County Public Schools will be destroyed: Special Education Due Process records or 504 records for students who attended any Clay County public school and who were born between January 1, 1984 through December 31, 1991.  Parties desiring a copy of his or her records before destruction must contact Missy Roberts, Federal Program Coordinator at 606-598-2168 no later than August 31, 2016.  These records will be destroyed in September 2016.

July 12& 13 - PBIS Initial Training     Location and Time CCHS Room 7 at 8:30 am

July 14 - Promethean Smart Board Training (limit to 15)     Location and Time CCHS at 8:30 am

July 14 & 15 - Principal Leadership Retreat  [EILA Credit]    Location and Time:  Central Office at 8:30 am

Please click here to view the invitation to bid.

Beginning with the 2018-19 school year, all students are required to have a series of two Hepatitis A vaccines, spaced six months apart.  Students may enroll in school as long as the first dose of the vaccine has been administered.  Students aged 16 years or older must show proof of having two doses of Meningococcal ACWY Vaccine  (MedACWY) to attend school.  If the first dose of MenACWY was received at age 16 or older, the second dose is not required for school entry. If you have questions, contact  Amy Janutolo at 598-2168.

Open House for Elementary and Middle Schools scheduled for this week has been canceled and will be rescheduled.

September 25-30, 2017

IRS Frequently Asked Questions regarding new tax law.

September 18-24, 2017

Teachers:  Remember to register for Professional Learning Opportunities in CIITS.  If you need assistance, contact Deann Allen.

Students, their families, employees and potential employees of the Clay County School System are hereby notified that the Clay County Schools System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, marital status, sex or disability in employment, vocational programs, or activities as set forth in compliance with federal and state statutes and regulations.  Any persons having inquiries concerning Clay County Schools’ compliance with Title II, Title IV, Title VI, and Title IX and/or Section 504 may contact:

Dr. Deann Stivers Allen, Instructional Supervisor
Clay County Public Schools
128 Richmond Road
Manchester, KY 40962
(606) 598-2168    deann.allen@clay.kyschools.us

The Clay County School system offers career and technical (vocational) education programs for all students regardless of race, color, national origin, including those with limited English proficiency, sex or disability in grade 9-12 at Clay County High School and the Clay Count Area Technology Center. 

 

September 11-17, 2017

Enrollment Packets for

2016-2017 School Year Downloads

Please click on each link below to print and complete your child's enrollment packet at your earliest convenience. 

The district's hotline for news / announcements is now operational.  You can call this number 24/7 to find out any announcements or valuable information that you may need in regard to school.  School closings and delays will be made available on this hotline.  The number is (606) 598-2286.