6 Clay County schools given Purple Star Distinctions for helping military families

CLAY COUNTY, Fla. — Six Clay County schools have been recognized as Purple Star Schools of Distinction for supporting the unique needs of military families.

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This designation was established by Florida’s legislature and requires schools to maintain various support systems, including a military point of contact, a dedicated webpage, transition programs, staff training, open enrollment seats for military students and activities supporting military families.

The following schools were bestowed the honor:

• Discovery Oaks Elementary
• Doctors Inlet Elementary
• Oakleaf High
• Plantation Oaks Elementary
• Paterson Elementary
• Tynes Elementary

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