Written by Laura Christmas

GREEN COVE SPRINGS, FL. -- Clay County is giving local high school seniors a chance to step into the shoes of a county commissioner—literally. The County is kicking off another Commissioner for a Day program, and five students will be selected to spend Tuesday, September 22, shadowing District 1 Commissioner John Sgromolo for a full workday.

This opportunity gives students a real-world look at how local government runs—from public safety and emergency management to animal services, public works, and more. Participants will follow Commissioner Sgromolo through meetings with county leaders and site visits and learn how different departments and leaders work together to serve the community. 

Who Can Apply? The program is open to Clay County high school seniors.

How to Apply: Students must complete an online application that includes:

• Basic info (name, contact, GPA, etc.)
• A 1–2 minute video answering the prompt:
  “What is your definition of leadership? What does great leadership look like in action?”

👉 Apply here 
📅 Deadline to apply: Friday, September 4, 2026

Important Dates

• Participants Announced: Monday, September 7, 2026
• Program Date: Tuesday, September 22

For questions or more information, email Recruiting@claycountygov.com.