During March, April, and May, students in Ms. Bernstein’s class participated in a meaningful Holocaust and Prejudice Reduction unit focused on empathy, resilience, and acceptance.
Students explored texts, videos, and personal family stories shared by Ms. Bernstein about her father, a Holocaust survivor who lived in the Lodz Ghetto and survived Auschwitz.
Each student researched a Holocaust survivor and wrote a personal letter expressing their learning, reflections, and commitment to sharing that survivor’s story with others. Students also read to younger classes, promoting lessons about kindness, acceptance, resilience, and being an upstander rather than a bystander.
We are proud of our students for engaging in thoughtful learning experiences that help preserve history and inspire compassion for others.
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Students explored texts, videos, and personal family stories shared by Ms. Bernstein about her father, a Holocaust survivor who lived in the Lodz Ghetto and survived Auschwitz.
Each student researched a Holocaust survivor and wrote a personal letter expressing their learning, reflections, and commitment to sharing that survivor’s story with others. Students also read to younger classes, promoting lessons about kindness, acceptance, resilience, and being an upstander rather than a bystander.
We are proud of our students for engaging in thoughtful learning experiences that help preserve history and inspire compassion for others.
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Our 6th grade students recently enjoyed an exciting educational trip to Citizens Bank Park!
Students participated in a special weather presentation led by local meteorologists, where they learned about forecasting, weather patterns, and careers in meteorology before enjoying the Phillies game together.⚾
It was a fun and engaging day filled with learning, teamwork, and unforgettable memories! 💙💛
#ClipperPride #ClaytonMiddleSchool #CPSD #AllHeartsBelongHere
Students participated in a special weather presentation led by local meteorologists, where they learned about forecasting, weather patterns, and careers in meteorology before enjoying the Phillies game together.⚾
It was a fun and engaging day filled with learning, teamwork, and unforgettable memories! 💙💛
#ClipperPride #ClaytonMiddleSchool #CPSD #AllHeartsBelongHere
Congratulations to CPSD's Top 5 Graduating Seniors who attended the Gloucester County Academic Excellence Award Dinner on Monday, May 18! We are incredibly proud of their hard work, dedication, and outstanding academic achievements.
Pictured are our five honored students representing excellence both in and out of the classroom. Congratulations to each of them on this well-deserved recognition, and best wishes for continued success in the future!
A special thank you to Clayton Board of Education President Mr. Connell and Superintendent Nikolaos “Mr. K” Koutsogiannis for attending the event and supporting our students. We also extend our appreciation to Mr. K for delivering the evening’s keynote address.
Students pictured left to right: Juson Stewart, Alexus Paden, Angelina Troia, Nathaniel Pierce, and Mert Saglik.
Pictured are our five honored students representing excellence both in and out of the classroom. Congratulations to each of them on this well-deserved recognition, and best wishes for continued success in the future!
A special thank you to Clayton Board of Education President Mr. Connell and Superintendent Nikolaos “Mr. K” Koutsogiannis for attending the event and supporting our students. We also extend our appreciation to Mr. K for delivering the evening’s keynote address.
Students pictured left to right: Juson Stewart, Alexus Paden, Angelina Troia, Nathaniel Pierce, and Mert Saglik.
🌟 Congratulations to Clayton High School’s April Clippers of the Month! 🌟
Please join us in celebrating these outstanding students who have been recognized for their hard work, leadership, positive attitude, and commitment to the Clayton High School community:
💙 Aliya Oliveras – 9th Grade
💙 Noah Crewalk – 10th Grade
💙 Justin Delaney – 11th Grade
💙 Benny Dean – 12th Grade
We are proud of the example each of these students sets both inside and outside the classroom. Keep up the great work, Clippers! ⚓
A special thank you to Heritages Dairy Store for sponsoring this recognition and supporting our students.
#ClipperPride #ClaytonHighSchool #AllHeartsBelongHere
Please join us in celebrating these outstanding students who have been recognized for their hard work, leadership, positive attitude, and commitment to the Clayton High School community:
💙 Aliya Oliveras – 9th Grade
💙 Noah Crewalk – 10th Grade
💙 Justin Delaney – 11th Grade
💙 Benny Dean – 12th Grade
We are proud of the example each of these students sets both inside and outside the classroom. Keep up the great work, Clippers! ⚓
A special thank you to Heritages Dairy Store for sponsoring this recognition and supporting our students.
#ClipperPride #ClaytonHighSchool #AllHeartsBelongHere
Congratulations to Clayton Middle School’s April Clippers of the Month! 🌟
Please join us in celebrating these outstanding students who were recognized for their hard work, positive attitude, leadership, and dedication to our school community:
💙 Sadie McKinney – Grade 6
💙 Ryan Paden – Grade 7
💙 Mia Fuller – Grade 8
We are so proud of the example these students set each day at Clayton Middle School! 👏
A special thank you to Heritages Dairy Store for sponsoring this recognition and supporting our students.
#ClipperPride #ClaytonMiddleSchool #AllHeartsBelongHere
Please join us in celebrating these outstanding students who were recognized for their hard work, positive attitude, leadership, and dedication to our school community:
💙 Sadie McKinney – Grade 6
💙 Ryan Paden – Grade 7
💙 Mia Fuller – Grade 8
We are so proud of the example these students set each day at Clayton Middle School! 👏
A special thank you to Heritages Dairy Store for sponsoring this recognition and supporting our students.
#ClipperPride #ClaytonMiddleSchool #AllHeartsBelongHere
🎓✨ Celebrate Your Graduate’s Achievement! ✨🎓
Families of the Class of 2026 — graduation memories will soon be available to view and purchase through Barksdale School Portraits! 📸
Professional commencement photos will be taken during the ceremony, including diploma moments and candid graduation memories.
Photos will be available approximately one week after graduation.
🖥 Visit www.barksdalephoto.com
➡ Click “What are you looking for?”
➡ Select “2026 Commencements”
➡ Enter your Online Access Code when received
Congratulations to the Clayton High School Class of 2026! 💙💛
#ClipperPride #ClaytonHighSchool #ClassOf2026 #AllHeartsBelongHere
Families of the Class of 2026 — graduation memories will soon be available to view and purchase through Barksdale School Portraits! 📸
Professional commencement photos will be taken during the ceremony, including diploma moments and candid graduation memories.
Photos will be available approximately one week after graduation.
🖥 Visit www.barksdalephoto.com
➡ Click “What are you looking for?”
➡ Select “2026 Commencements”
➡ Enter your Online Access Code when received
Congratulations to the Clayton High School Class of 2026! 💙💛
#ClipperPride #ClaytonHighSchool #ClassOf2026 #AllHeartsBelongHere
Herma Simmons Elementary – Clippers of the Month (April) 🌟
Please join us in congratulating our outstanding April Clippers of the Month from Herma Simmons Elementary! These students have been recognized for demonstrating kindness, responsibility, leadership, and a positive attitude throughout our school community. We are so proud of the example they set each day! 💙💛
⭐ Ava Olbrich
⭐ Eli Bollinger
⭐ Khamila Brower
⭐ Rebecca Hipolito-Correa
⭐ John Whartenby
⭐ Amelia Murcavage
⭐ Paige Agee
⭐ Isaac Hipolito-Correa
A special thank you to Heritages Dairy Store for sponsoring this recognition and supporting our students.
#ClipperPride #HermaSimmonsElementary #AllHeartsBelongHere
Please join us in congratulating our outstanding April Clippers of the Month from Herma Simmons Elementary! These students have been recognized for demonstrating kindness, responsibility, leadership, and a positive attitude throughout our school community. We are so proud of the example they set each day! 💙💛
⭐ Ava Olbrich
⭐ Eli Bollinger
⭐ Khamila Brower
⭐ Rebecca Hipolito-Correa
⭐ John Whartenby
⭐ Amelia Murcavage
⭐ Paige Agee
⭐ Isaac Hipolito-Correa
A special thank you to Heritages Dairy Store for sponsoring this recognition and supporting our students.
#ClipperPride #HermaSimmonsElementary #AllHeartsBelongHere
🏃♂️💙 What an incredible day at the 2026 Unified Track Meet at Delsea High School!
Clayton Public School District was proud to participate alongside more than 18 schools in this amazing event celebrating inclusion, teamwork, sportsmanship, and school pride. Our students represented CPSD with determination, encouragement, and true Clipper spirit every step of the way!
Thank you to everyone who helped make this experience so special for our students and athletes. We are so proud of all who participated! 💛💙
#ClipperPride #UnifiedSports #AllHeartsBelongHere
Clayton Public School District was proud to participate alongside more than 18 schools in this amazing event celebrating inclusion, teamwork, sportsmanship, and school pride. Our students represented CPSD with determination, encouragement, and true Clipper spirit every step of the way!
Thank you to everyone who helped make this experience so special for our students and athletes. We are so proud of all who participated! 💛💙
#ClipperPride #UnifiedSports #AllHeartsBelongHere
The Annual Cappies Gala, recognizing excellence in High School theater, was held on Saturday, May 16. Clayton High School's production of Cinderella received 3 nominations and was honored with 1 win. Congratulations to the following students!
Nominees:
Kyleigh Norris - Comic Actor in a Female Role
Clayton Crows - Stage Crew
Winner:
Alexis Amerman - Featured Actor in a Female Role
Nominees:
Kyleigh Norris - Comic Actor in a Female Role
Clayton Crows - Stage Crew
Winner:
Alexis Amerman - Featured Actor in a Female Role
🌎☀️ Registration is now OPEN for the FutureReady: Clayton Climate Lab — Learn. Explore. Act. Summer Program!
Open to current 5th, 6th, and 7th grade students entering grades 6–8 for the 2026–2027 school year.
This exciting hands-on opportunity gives students the chance to explore environmental science through real-world investigations, outdoor learning experiences, community projects, and more!
Dates: July 6 – July 23
Schedule: Monday–Thursday | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Cost: 💲 FREE to attend!
📢 Families can sign up on a first come, first served basis using the registration link below. Spots are limited!
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
🌿 The CHS Environmental Club is selling beautiful 8-inch coleus hanging baskets for just $10 each! 🌿
Add a pop of color to your porch, patio, or garden while supporting our students and their environmental initiatives at Clayton High School! 💚
💲 $10 each
🪴 8-inch hanging baskets
💵 Payment options: Cash, Check (payable to Clayton High School), or Venmo (@SUE-DAVENPORT-5)
For more information, please contact Ms. Davenport at sdavenport@claytonps.org.
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere #ClaytonHighSchool #CHSEnvironmentalClub
Add a pop of color to your porch, patio, or garden while supporting our students and their environmental initiatives at Clayton High School! 💚
💲 $10 each
🪴 8-inch hanging baskets
💵 Payment options: Cash, Check (payable to Clayton High School), or Venmo (@SUE-DAVENPORT-5)
For more information, please contact Ms. Davenport at sdavenport@claytonps.org.
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere #ClaytonHighSchool #CHSEnvironmentalClub
🧪🔬 Join us for the Clayton Middle School Science Fair!
Our students have been hard at work creating amazing projects, experiments, and discoveries — and now it’s time to share them with the community! 🌟
📅 Thursday, May 14
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Clayton Middle School Cafeteria
Come explore student projects, ask questions, and celebrate the creativity and curiosity of our Clippers! ⚛️💡
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Our students have been hard at work creating amazing projects, experiments, and discoveries — and now it’s time to share them with the community! 🌟
📅 Thursday, May 14
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Clayton Middle School Cafeteria
Come explore student projects, ask questions, and celebrate the creativity and curiosity of our Clippers! ⚛️💡
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Family Movie Night!
🎬 Movie in the Park – Zootopia 2
📅 Friday, May 15, 2026
🌧 Rain Date: May 16, 2026
📍 Robert Sandelier Memorial Park
⏰ Festivities begin at 6:00 PM | Movie starts at dusk
Join us for a fun family night out in the park! We will have food vendors on site selling pizza, hot dogs, snacks, and drinks. There will also be activities for children and a face painter before the movie begins.
Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy an evening with the community while watching Zootopia 2 under the stars.
Hosted by: Clayton Municipality’s Special Events Committee
🏑 Join the Fun at the CHS Field Hockey Camp! 🏑
The Clayton High School Varsity Field Hockey team is hosting a FREE Field Hockey Camp on Saturday, June 6th at Haupt Field in Clayton!
📍 Haupt Field, Clayton NJ
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
🕘 Please arrive early for check-in!
Open to children ages 8 and older — no experience necessary and all townships are welcome! Participants should come prepared with:
✔️ Sneakers
✔️ Athletic clothing
✔️ Water bottle
Registration closes June 1st! Click on the link below to register:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTDtmzthtwdESUp1CbsaBWEihgSV-ZfxW7QfoZLGGlPrlUCg/viewform?usp=publish-editor
Come learn new skills, meet the CHS players, and enjoy a great morning of teamwork, energy, and fun! 🧡💙
Questions? Contact Cayla Paden at cpaden@claytonps.org
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere #ClaytonFieldHockey
Clayton Middle School Drama Club
Presents…
Nickelodeon
THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL
YOUTH EDITION
Saturday, May 9th, 2026 at
1 PM and 6 PM
Clayton Performing Arts Center
55 Pop Kramer Blvd.
Clayton, NJ 08312
Tickets $5 CASH ONLY At The Door
Pre-order tickets can be purchased by cash or check (made out to CMS Drama Club)
from any CMS drama student,
Miss Connell (RM 306), or Miss Lupo (Rm 405)
Happy National Nurses Week to our incredible CPSD school nurses! 💙💛
Thank you for the care, compassion, and support you provide to our students and staff each day. Your kindness and dedication make a difference in every school across our district. 🩺✨
#NationalNursesWeek #ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Thank you for the care, compassion, and support you provide to our students and staff each day. Your kindness and dedication make a difference in every school across our district. 🩺✨
#NationalNursesWeek #ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
This week, we celebrate the heart of Clayton Public School District- our incredible teachers 💙💛
Every lesson, every encouraging word, every moment of support makes a lasting difference in the lives of our students. Thank you for showing up each day with passion, dedication, and care.
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Every lesson, every encouraging word, every moment of support makes a lasting difference in the lives of our students. Thank you for showing up each day with passion, dedication, and care.
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Good morning! 🌞 Spring Spectacular is TODAY! 🎉
Come out and enjoy the fun—we hope to see you there! 💙💛
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Come out and enjoy the fun—we hope to see you there! 💙💛
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Looking for something fun to do this weekend? 👀
Bring the whole family to our Spring Spectacular! 🌷
✨ Free books
🎶 Music & activities
🛍 Vendors & community resources
💬Parent's Chat at 12:00 - Join us inside the Herma S. Simmons Library
(Bonus: Participants in Parent's Chat will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Acme gift card!)
Saturday, May 2 | ⏰ 11–2
Herma Simmons Elementary
Rain or shine—we can’t wait to see you! 💙💛
#AllHeartsBelongHere
Bring the whole family to our Spring Spectacular! 🌷
✨ Free books
🎶 Music & activities
🛍 Vendors & community resources
💬Parent's Chat at 12:00 - Join us inside the Herma S. Simmons Library
(Bonus: Participants in Parent's Chat will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Acme gift card!)
Saturday, May 2 | ⏰ 11–2
Herma Simmons Elementary
Rain or shine—we can’t wait to see you! 💙💛
#AllHeartsBelongHere
Thank you, Ty “Dancing Wolf” Ellis, for spending time with our Clipperville kids. Our students loved learning how to make Corn Husk Dolls and truly appreciated the opportunity to hear your insights into Indigenous culture. Your visit created a meaningful and memorable experience for all of us.💙💛
