GREEN COVE SPRINGS— For Maggie Mosley, helping others, especially her peers, is a passion that never fails to put a smile on her face. Whether it’s fostering lasting, …
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GREEN COVE SPRINGS— For Maggie Mosley, helping others, especially her peers, is a passion that never fails to put a smile on her face.
Whether it’s fostering lasting, meaningful connections with her fellow students, making sure no one goes hungry, providing new opportunities for all abilities or even helping to boost graduation rates, Mosley prides herself in making sure no one gets left behind.
In 2020, Mosley helped to begin Clay High’s Clay Cares Boutique with guidance counselor Dana Brock. A donation-based give-back program, the boutique aims to help students and teachers in need, whether that be with food, money or supplies.
Brock began a similar Bronco Give Back Program at Middleburg High. Mosley was heading into the ninth grade when she discovered Brock was bringing the same concept to Clay High. She knew she had to be a part of it.
“She started it and I helped her. I emailed people in the community.”
Mosley began reaching out to local businesses, faith-based organizations and community groups to see if they would consider hosting supply drives or even donating financially.
More than 40 students have been provided with weekly snacks, while five students have been provided with weekend food backpacks. And during the Christmas holiday, an average of five to seven weekend food bags were sent home each Friday.
Monetary donations have also been able to help cover SAT, ACT and CLT exam fees for economically disadvantaged juniors and seniors. As of now, the program has more than 15 businesses and individuals who have contributed and donated to the cause, including the Green Cove Springs Elks Lodge, Carlton Construction, Penney Memorial Church and the Corner Pocket.
“We have people now that know about it. They always donate stuff. And I think people in the community know that it’s a good opportunity for our kids,” she said.
Mosley also had a hand in creating opportunities for those with disabilities. Her Agribilities and Beyond the Bacon programs run annually and aim to provide a place for those with special needs, district-wide, to thrive in the world of animal showmanship.
A member of FFA, Mosley has been showing pigs since she was 8 years old.
What started in 2025 has blossomed into a partnership with the Clay County Agricultural Fair and the Clay County Farm Bureau. Each year, Mosley recruits fellow Clay County FFA members to help volunteer.
With her aunt being an ESE teacher, Mosley said she learned a lot about people with special needs- and the fact that many don’t get the same opportunities.
In fact, she credits her aunt and her mom, Kelly Mosley, as the ones who inspire her to be a beacon of light for others.
“We always say, do for others what you would want done for yourself. And, just like these ESE students, they may not have these opportunities unless someone creates them,” Mosley said.
Clay High Principal Jennifer Halter said Mosley is an exceptional example of student leadership.
“Students that really care about leaving a lasting legacy in our community by showing that being inclusive is important,” Halter said. “The importance of [agriculture] but also the importance of strength in a community to rally, bring resources, and bring education.
“She’s always done an excellent job of taking whatever we offer and raising it to a higher level.”