
Looking for a fun, supportive way to spend your afternoons? Clipper Crew is the place to be! 🌟
Students will have the opportunity to:
🤝 Make new friends
🎨 Explore new activities and interests
⭐ Build connections and be part of something GREAT!
📚 Receive 30 minutes of homework help in small groups
Starts: Monday, November 9th
When: Mondays & Wednesdays | 2:40–4:40 PM
Transportation: Not provided
📩 Interested in joining? Contact Mrs. Caltabaino at tcaltabaino@claytonps.org for more information!
At CMS, we're creating opportunities for students to explore, create, and belong! 💙💛

🎃👻 10 YEARS OF SPOOKTACULAR FUN! 🍬💜
Join us for Herma Simmons Elementary's 10th Annual Trunk or Treat! 🦇✨
Tuesday, October 27th
6:00–8:00 PM
Herma Simmons Elementary
🚗🍭 Bring the family for a night of treats, fun, and community spirit! ALL are welcome! 🧡
👾🍬 Our Candy Monster is STILL HUNGRY! Help make this event extra sweet by dropping off candy donations at the school!
🎃 Share the fun and help us celebrate 10 amazing years! 💜

Clayton High School & Middle School Picture Re-Take Day is Wednesday, November 11th!
Students who purchased a picture package can return their original photos for a FREE re-take!
📋 Haven't ordered yet? Order forms and online ordering information are attached.
📧 Questions? Contact Noah Schoeler at nschoeler@claytonps.org or Barksdale at 1-800-220-7667.
💙💛 Don't forget to smile!

HEY, CLIPPER FAMILIES! ⚓
Looking to show off your Clayton pride? The Clayton Clippers Spirit Wear Store is OPEN! 🎉
From cozy hoodies and sweatshirts to T-shirts, joggers, and more, there’s something for everyone!
Whether you’re cheering from the sidelines, heading to school, or just representing your Clipper pride around town, we’ve got you covered! 💙💛
🛍️ Shop here: https://sportsparadise.chipply.com/CLAYCAT26
Store closes Tuesday December 15th at 11:59pm.
⚓ Once a Clipper, Always a Clipper!
#ClaytonClippers #ClipperPride #ClaytonSpiritWear

👏 Clayton High School is proud to recognize freshman Army JROTC Cadet Kaan Turan for his dedication to leadership, service, and school involvement!
Since the beginning of the school year, Kaan has been an active and enthusiastic JROTC cadet, participating in numerous activities, including color guard presentations and home football games!
Kaan recently extended his commitment to service by volunteering at the Clayton Historic Museum, where he assisted staff with moving and organizing historical items while learning about Clayton’s rich history. He also showed a special interest in the community’s Fire and Police Departments. Museum staff praised his hard work, willingness to help, and respectful attitude, recognizing him as a tremendous asset to the JROTC program!
🌟 Way to demonstrate leadership, commitment, and Clipper Pride, Kaan! ⚓
#ClipperPride #ClaytonHighSchool #ArmyJROTC #StudentLeadership #CommunityService


🏅 We are proud to share that Herma Simmons Elementary School, Clayton Middle School, and Clayton High School have all received Certificates of Commitment from the New Jersey Department of Education for participating in the NJ Goes Gold & Blue Pledge during the 2026 Week of Respect! 🎉
This recognition celebrates our district's commitment to creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive schools where every student feels valued, respected, and supported.
👏 Thank you to our incredible students, staff, and families for helping create a culture where respect and compassion are part of everything we do! Because respect isn't just something we celebrate for a week... it's something we practice every day! 🌟
#NJGoesGoldandBlue #WeekOfRespect2026 #ClaytonPride #RespectForAll #ChooseKindness #BullyingPrevention #AllHeartsBelongHere



The Clayton Clippers are hitting the road to take on Woodbury! Come out, bring the energy, and cheer on our Clippers! ⚓💪
📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Woodbury Football Stadium 25 N. Broad St., Woodbury, NJ
🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS BEFORE YOU GO!
All tickets must be purchased ONLINE — 🚫 NO CASH SALES AT THE GATE!
📲 Scan the QR code in the graphic to purchase your tickets and have your digital ticket ready for entry OR click on the following link: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/woodbury/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
Let's pack the stands with BLUE & GOLD and show our CLIPPER PRIDE! 🔥
LET'S GO CLIPPERS! ⚓🏈
#ClipperPride #ClaytonClippers #ClaytonAthletics #GoClippers #BlueAndGold

Get those costumes ready! 🍬 Clayton Athletics & Activities invites you and your family to a SPOOKTACULAR night of Halloween fun!
Date: Wednesday, October 28
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Place: Clayton High School
🧙♀️ Trick-or-treating for children ages 12 and under!
🍭 Come dressed in your favorite costume, collect some treats, and brave the Haunted Trail at the Performing Arts Center! 👻
🥫 GIVE BACK WHILE YOU GET SPOOKY! Don't forget to bring canned goods to donate to our Food Drive!
🚗 Entrance: Doors adjacent to the Gymnasium Parking Lot
🚶 Exit: Performing Arts Center
🎃 Mark your calendars, grab your candy buckets, and join us for a FRIGHTFULLY FUN NIGHT! We can't wait to see all your amazing costumes! 🧡🖤
#FrightNight2026 #ClaytonAthletics #ClaytonActivities #HalloweenFun #TrickOrTreat #ClaytonCommunity #FoodDrive

It's basketball time! 🏀 Clayton Parks & Rec is sharing basketball registration dates and information. Mark your calendars and come get registered!
REGISTRATION DATES & TIMES
🏀 Monday, 10/19 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Wednesday, 10/21 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Saturday, 10/24 | 10am – 12pm
🏀 Monday, 10/26 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Wednesday, 10/28 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Saturday, 10/31 | 10am – 12pm
🏀 Monday, 11/02 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Wednesday, 11/04 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Friday, 11/06 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Saturday, 11/07 | 10am – 12pm
REGISTRATION LOCATION
Rec Center
720 Washington Ave.
Clayton, NJ 08312
REGISTRATION FEES
Payment accepted via cash, check, or CashApp.
🏀 Kindergarten through Second Grade: $90
🏀 Third Grade through Eighth Grade: $135
CASHAPP INFORMATION: Scan the CashApp QR code on the flyer or use Michael Rygalski: $Coachrobball23
VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED!
We are looking for volunteers to help make this basketball season a success! Please contact:
📞 Mike R: (856) 617-9306
📞 Mike B: (856) 649-2446
🏀💙💛 Let's get ready for basketball! We look forward to seeing everyone at registration!
📲 Please share this post to help spread the word to Clayton families!

Last week, Clayton Middle School and Clayton High School celebrated the Week of Respect, highlighting kindness, inclusion, and standing up for others!
Students signed the Pledge of Respect and wrapped up the week by Going Gold & Blue to show their commitment to creating a positive, welcoming school community.
👏 Thank you to our students and staff for making respect a priority!
💙💛 SHOW RESPECT. IT STARTS WITH YOU!
#ClaytonPride #WeekOfRespect #NJGoesGoldAndBlue #ChooseKindness

Clayton Public Schools will be closed Monday, October 12th, in observance of Columbus Day. Classes will resume on the next regularly scheduled school day.
We wish our students, families, and staff a safe and enjoyable day!

Families, please note the following upcoming schedule changes:
• Friday, October 9th - Early Dismissal
• Monday, October 12th - Schools Closed in observance of Columbus Day
Please plan accordingly for these schedule changes. We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

Skip cooking tonight and join us at Texas Roadhouse to support the Clayton Education Foundation! 🎉
📅 TONIGHT — Thursday, October 8th
⏰ 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Texas Roadhouse
631 Cross Keys Road, Sicklerville, NJ
💚 10% of your total food purchases will be donated to the Clayton Education Foundation!
📣 IMPORTANT: Be sure to present the attached flyer so your purchase counts toward our fundraiser!
🥩 Enjoy a delicious dinner, spend time with family and friends, and help support our Clayton students and schools! 📚✏️
💚💛 Great food for a great cause! We hope to see you there!
📲 Please SHARE this post and help spread the word!


A record more than two decades in the making has a new owner.
Congratulations to senior Jonathan Rehm, who has become the all-time leading goal scorer in Clayton Boys Soccer history!
Rehm delivered a hat trick in Clayton’s 4-2 win over Pennsville, bringing his career total to 75 goals and surpassing a record that had stood for 23 years.
It’s a remarkable achievement for #8 and a special moment for the Clayton Soccer program. With plenty of soccer still ahead, the new record now stands at…
75 AND COUNTING. 🔥⚽️
Congratulations, Jon! We can’t wait to see where that number finishes.
📰 NJ.com has more on Jon’s record-setting career:
https://www.nj.com/highschoolsports/2026/10/star-nj-scorer-shatters-boys-soccer-programs-23-year-old-goals-record.html
#ClaytonSoccer #ClaytonAthletics #ClaytonPride #RecordBreaker #75AndCounting


🎓 Celebrating Academic Excellence at Clayton High School!
Join us in congratulating seven Clayton High School students who earned academic honors through the 2026 College Board National Recognition Program! 👏
⭐ Emmanuel T. Ansah — School Recognition Award
⭐ Molly J. Giuliani — School Recognition Award
⭐ Joseph D. Connell — First-Generation Recognition Award & School Recognition Award
⭐ Carter D. Poeppel — School Recognition Award
⭐ Madeleine R. Reynolds — School Recognition Award
⭐ Amanda G. Russo — School Recognition Award
⭐ Cole E. Venuto — School Recognition Award
Representing the Classes of 2027 and 2028, these students are among more than 300,000 students nationwide recognized through the 2026 program for their outstanding academic achievement.
We’re also proud to share an additional achievement for Joseph D. Connell, who has been named a Commended Student in the 2027 National Merit® Scholarship Program. Joseph is among approximately 34,000 Commended Students nationwide recognized for their exceptional academic promise.
As Clayton High School Principal Matthew Slater shared, “Their hard work, commitment, and outstanding accomplishments throughout high school have truly set them apart.”
Congratulations to all of our students on these well-deserved honors! We are proud to celebrate their accomplishments with the entire Clayton community! 🎉💙💛
#ClaytonProud #ClaytonHighSchool #AcademicExcellence #CollegeBoard #NationalRecognitionProgram #NationalMeritScholarship

Support the Freshmen Class of 2030 and make dinner easy! 🎉
📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Chipotle – Glassboro Location
When ordering in person, be sure to mention “Class of 2030 Fundraiser” or show the fundraiser flyer so your order counts toward our fundraiser.
📱 Ordering online for pickup?
Use code: 7L7FME6
Grab your favorite Chipotle meal and help support the Class of 2030! 🌯🥑❤️
Please share with family and friends - we appreciate your support! 🎓


Free breakfast and lunch continue for ALL Clayton Public School District students — but we need your help!
🍎 Every CPSD student in PreK–12 can receive FREE breakfast and lunch every school day, regardless of household income.
Meals are free, but forms are still needed!
Completing the annual Free Meal Application helps CPSD secure important funding that supports our students and helps us continue providing free meals district-wide.
✨ Even if you don’t think your family qualifies, please complete the form.
✨ Even if your child already eats for free, please complete the form.
✨ Every completed application helps our District.
📣 CPSD families: Please submit your Free Meal Application ASAP!
📌 Complete the application here: mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net
💙💛 Every family. Every form. Every student. Help us keep free meals going for ALL!

Join us Friday, October 9th as the Clayton Clippers take the field for a special Senior Night celebration!
🎓 Football Senior Recognition begins at 5:30 PM — before the game
🏈 Kickoff at 6:00 PM
🎶📣 Marching Band & Cheer Senior Recognition will take place at halftime
📍 Haupt Field
Come out early as we recognize and celebrate our senior football players and their dedication to Clayton Athletics. At halftime, we’ll continue the Senior Night celebration by recognizing our Marching Band and Cheer seniors!
Get loud, show your Clipper pride, and help us give all of our seniors the recognition they deserve under the Friday night lights!
🎟️ Get your tickets in advance! Scan the QR code on the graphic to purchase your tickets online or copy and paste this link into your browser:
https://tickets.gobound.com/tickets/events/h20260722044804666b890e09a06244b/checkout
Let’s pack Haupt Field and celebrate our seniors! Go Clippers! ⚓🏈💙💛
#ClaytonClippers #SeniorNight #ClaytonFootball #FridayNightLights #GoClippers #ClipperPride #ClaytonAthletics
