Reminder: There will be no school for students tomorrow due to a scheduled teacher in-service day.

Clayton School Gear is ON SALE!
Students from all grades can show their school pride- shop now!💙
Scan the flyer QR code or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://shopthecornerpress.com/products/ols/categories/clayton-middle-school-50b44e
Proceeds support Clayton Middle School PBIS.
Online Store Ends Feb 20
Students from all grades can show their school pride- shop now!💙
Scan the flyer QR code or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://shopthecornerpress.com/products/ols/categories/clayton-middle-school-50b44e
Proceeds support Clayton Middle School PBIS.
Online Store Ends Feb 20

Clayton Soccer Association’s Spring Registration is OPEN! 🌟

The Clayton Early Childhood Center is excited to welcome new students to our FREE play-based preschool for 3 and 4-year-old Clayton residents at Herma Simmons Elementary School. Space is limited! Call 856-881-8700 x3051 now for March early registration. Visit www.claytonps.org/page/registration for more information.
Currently enrolled students do not have to re-register.
Currently enrolled students do not have to re-register.


At Clayton Public School District, Black history is taught, honored, and celebrated all year long. Black History Month gives us a special opportunity to highlight the achievements, culture, and lasting impact of Black leaders -past and present- while inspiring our students to help shape the future.

Clayton Drama Club Fundraiser Night! 🎭
Support our student performers at Raising Cane’s
📅 Tues, Feb 3, 2026 | ⏰ 4–9 PM
Mention the fundraiser or use code RCFUND96 online/app and 15% of sales goes to Clayton Drama Club!
✨ Don’t miss our spring show — Cinderella — March 19–21!✨

💡 Need Help with Utility Bills? 💡
Families in our community are invited to attend an Energy Assistance Enrollment Event to get help applying for state-funded programs that may lower utility bills and prevent service disruption.
📍 Location: Glassboro Public Library
101 Rowan Blvd., Glassboro, NJ
📅 Date: March 16, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00–6:00 PM
Eligible households can receive assistance enrolling in energy support programs. All utility customers are welcome.
⚠️ Reminder: The Winter Moratorium ends March 15 — don’t wait to get the help you need.
📄 Be sure to bring documents like:
• Lease/mortgage
• Recent gas & electric bills
• Proof of income
• IDs & Social Security cards for household members
📞 Questions? Contact Christina Teel at 609-833-1302 or cteel@sjindustries.com
Please share with anyone who may benefit. ❤️
Families in our community are invited to attend an Energy Assistance Enrollment Event to get help applying for state-funded programs that may lower utility bills and prevent service disruption.
📍 Location: Glassboro Public Library
101 Rowan Blvd., Glassboro, NJ
📅 Date: March 16, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:00–6:00 PM
Eligible households can receive assistance enrolling in energy support programs. All utility customers are welcome.
⚠️ Reminder: The Winter Moratorium ends March 15 — don’t wait to get the help you need.
📄 Be sure to bring documents like:
• Lease/mortgage
• Recent gas & electric bills
• Proof of income
• IDs & Social Security cards for household members
📞 Questions? Contact Christina Teel at 609-833-1302 or cteel@sjindustries.com
Please share with anyone who may benefit. ❤️

The internet outage that was affecting Herma Simmons has been resovled and phones are back up.
Please see the attached letter to the Community.

Due to current icy conditions and out of an abundance of caution to keep our students and staff safe, Clayton Public School District will operate on a 2-HOUR DELAY on:
Thursday, January 29
Friday, January 30
This additional time allows for safer road conditions and proper preparation of school facilities.
Thursday, January 29
Friday, January 30
This additional time allows for safer road conditions and proper preparation of school facilities.

Herma Simmons has been experiencing an internet outage that is also affecting the phones. We will provide an update once everything is back online.
Celebrating our Herma Simmons Elementary School December Clippers of the Month!
✨These students have shown exceptional responsibility, kindness, and a love for learning that inspires everyone around them. We are so proud of your accomplishments and the positive energy you bring to the classroom each day. ✨
Keep being AMAZING! 💙💛
✨These students have shown exceptional responsibility, kindness, and a love for learning that inspires everyone around them. We are so proud of your accomplishments and the positive energy you bring to the classroom each day. ✨
Keep being AMAZING! 💙💛

Celebrating our Herma Simmons Elementary School December Clippers of the Month!
✨These students have shown exceptional responsibility, kindness, and a love for learning that inspires everyone around them. We are so proud of your accomplishments and the positive energy you bring to the classroom each day. ✨
Keep being AMAZING! 💙💛
✨These students have shown exceptional responsibility, kindness, and a love for learning that inspires everyone around them. We are so proud of your accomplishments and the positive energy you bring to the classroom each day. ✨
Keep being AMAZING! 💙💛

Congratulations to the Clayton Middle School Clippers of the Month for December!
We appreciate your effort, respect, and commitment to learning—qualities that strengthen our entire school community. Keep up the amazing work, Clippers! 💙💛
We appreciate your effort, respect, and commitment to learning—qualities that strengthen our entire school community. Keep up the amazing work, Clippers! 💙💛

Congratulations to our Clayton High School Clippers of the Month for December! 🌟
We’re proud to recognize students who demonstrate leadership, strong character, and a positive influence on our school community. Keep shining!💙💛
We’re proud to recognize students who demonstrate leadership, strong character, and a positive influence on our school community. Keep shining!💙💛

Please see the attached letter to the Community.

Clayton Public School District will have a 2-hour delayed opening on Wednesday, January 28th.

Clayton Public School District will be closed on Tuesday, January 27th due to the significant snow/ice accumulation.

Mr. K says:
PLEASE stay safe, stay warm, and ENJOY THE SNOW DAY! ☃️❄️
PLEASE stay safe, stay warm, and ENJOY THE SNOW DAY! ☃️❄️

Clayton Public Schools will be closed on Monday January 26, 2026.
