Reminder! Clayton Public Schools will have an early dismissal, today (Friday, October 10) and will be closed on Monday, October 13.

We’ll see everyone back, rested and ready to learn, on Tuesday, October 14! 💙
Enjoy the extra time with family and friends, Clippers! ⚓

2 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
EARLY DISMISSAL TODAY AND CLOSED MONDAY
🚨 Cyber Safety Parent/Guardian Night –TOMORROW, October 8th 🚨

We invite all parents and guardians to join us for an important session on protecting our children online, presented with the Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office.

📱 Learn safe practices, social media dangers, and strategies to keep kids protected.
☕ Free Coffee provided by Inclusive Café
🎁 Incentives & giveaways for parents/guardians who attend!

📍 Location: High School Performance Center
🗓️ Date: October 8th

Check out the flyer below for details 👇 and click the link to register!

https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSd2Dm99IBuAui.../viewform

#CyberSafety #ClipperCommunity #SafeKidsOnline
2 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
cybersafety event
cybersafety event
Clayton Public School District families - we’re in the final stretch!

All Free Meal Applications must be submitted no later than October 14th.
These forms help us keep FREE MEALS available for every Clayton student, every day!

Even if you don’t think you qualify, your form still counts. If you do not want your information to be considered for free meals, your form is STILL NEEDED!
When you return your signed form, you have the option of “checking the box” that indicates you do not wish to be considered.

📲 Forms are available online at mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net — please take a minute to complete yours today!

Let’s finish strong, Clayton! 💙
3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
EVERY FAMILY COUNTS, EVERY FORM MATTERS!
Fire Prevention Night is TONIGHT! See flyer for details.
3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
CLAYTON FIRE DEPARTMENT FIRE PREVENTION NIGHT TONIGHT!
💵✨ SAVE YOUR COINS!! ✨💵 This is an HSA-sponsored event Clipper Crew, it’s time to bring your change and change the game! 💰 👉 Pennies & bills = ADD points 👉 Silver coins = SUBTRACT points 🗓️ October 6–17 ⚡ The grade with the most points wins a special prize! ⚡ Let’s see which grade will power-up and take the crown 👑!
3 months ago, Alicia Fragoso
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🚨 Clayton Families — We’re Only Halfway There! 🚨

Right now, we’ve received just 50% of our Free & Reduced Meal Forms. To keep FREE meals for EVERY student PreK–12, we need 100% family participation.

🍎 ALL Clayton students K-12 get FREE breakfast & lunch this year — no fees, no limits, just healthy meals every day.

📌 PreK students also receive FREE lunch daily.

💡 Even if you don’t think you qualify, your form still counts — it’s what secures the funding that makes free meals possible for ALL kids.

🗓️ Deadline: Due NOW!
✍️ Complete your form herehttps://mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net/

Let’s push from 50% to 100% together — because every child, every day, deserves a nutritious meal. 💙

#EveryDayEveryKid #ClaytonPride

3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
EVERY FAMILY COUNTS, EVERY FORM MATTERS!

🚸 School success starts with showing up!

Every day in class = more learning, more growth, more opportunities.
Let’s make attendance a family priority. 💪

#AttendanceMatters #ClaytonStrong

3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Attendance Reminder
🌟 Hispanic Heritage Month 🌟 Clayton Public Schools celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) by recognizing the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans. This month is an opportunity for our students and families to learn together, honor diverse traditions, and take pride in the voices that strengthen our schools and community.
3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Hispanic Heritage Month
Today, in accordance with state law, Herma Simmons Elementary School conducted a security drill in the manner that we conduct all emergency drills, with seriousness and with sensitivity to our students and staff. Everyone responded appropriately and instruction resumed immediately thereafter. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school. Thank you.
3 months ago, Clayton Public School District
Clayton Residents - Mark your calendar for this year's Fall Festival to be held at the Taylor Bell Fields, 558 Washington Avenue, in Clayton, from 12-4 pm. Trunk or Treat – Dress up and trick-or-treat safely at decorated trunks! Vendors – Shop unique crafts, gifts, and seasonal goodies. Food Trucks – Come hungry and grab delicious eats from a variety of food trucks!
3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
FALL FESTIVAL

✨Clean Hands = Healthy Schools✨

As we head into the season of colds and flu, let’s remember one of the simplest (and most powerful!) ways to stay healthy: handwashing.

👉 Wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds—especially before eating, after coughing/sneezing, and after using the restroom.
👉 Handwashing helps prevent the spread of colds, flu, and other germs that can impact learning.
👉 When soap and water aren’t available, hand sanitizer is a great backup.

Together, we can keep our classrooms safe, healthy, and ready for learning. 💙

3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Wash your hands

us September 11 Remembrance us

Today, we pause to remember and honor the lives lost, the heroes who answered the call, and the families forever changed on September 11, 2001.

As a school community, we reflect on the importance of unity, resilience, and compassion. We are grateful to all first responders and service members who continue to protect and serve.

Let us never forget. 💙❤️🤍

#NeverForget #September11 #ClaytonStrong

3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
9/11
✨Welcome to Pre-K!✨

Today marks an exciting first day at Clayton Early Childhood Center! We’re so happy to welcome our youngest Clippers to their first big school adventure! 💙💛

Here are a few helpful reminders for families as we begin the year:

✅ Stay Connected: Download the free Clayton Schools App to receive updates, alerts, and news in one convenient place. Download using the following links:
Download for Android https://aptg.co/1PhNKt Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/zhFjZ

✅ Breakfast & Lunch: All Pre-K students receive FREE lunch. To help us keep this benefit for everyone, please complete the Free & Reduced Meal Form by Sept. 30. Submit your form using the following link:
https://mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net/

✅ Attendance Counts: Building strong habits starts early—thank you for making daily, on-time attendance a family priority!

✅ Follow Us: Stay up to date by following Clayton Public Schools on Facebook and checking your school’s website for resources, handbooks, and calendars. Link to Clayton Early Childhood Center Facebook Page:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554416897963

💡 Parents & caregivers—thank you for partnering with us as your child begins their Pre-K journey. We can’t wait to see all the learning, growth, and friendships that will blossom this year! Here is a link for helpful parent resources that you may need along the way: https://www.claytonps.org/o/cpsd/page/parent-student-resources 🌟

📸 Don’t forget to share those First Day of Pre-K smiles with us in the comments below!

#littleclippers #preschool #claytonnj
3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
welcome to pre k!

Clayton Early Childhood Center Families — Check out September’s menu below 👇

https://www.claytonps.org/o/cpsd/page/elementary-school-menus

Just a reminder: New this year, all PreK students will receive FREE lunch daily — Every Day, Every Kid!

✅ No limitations (ALL PreK students included)
✅ No fees
✅ Just nutritious meals to fuel success

This incredible benefit is made possible through state funding and the support of our community. To keep it going this year and beyond, we need every family to complete the annual Free & Reduced Meal Form — even if you don’t think you qualify.

💡 Just by submitting the form, you’re helping secure the funding that makes FREE meals possible for ALL Clayton students.

🗓️ Deadline: September 30th
✍️ Complete your form here: https://mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net/


#EveryDayEveryKid #ClaytonPride

3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
SEPTEMBER MENUS
Clayton Public Schools is breaking barriers this year — with universal free breakfast & lunch for every student and a new device-free initiative to help kids stay focused. Superintendent Nick Koutsogiannis shares how these changes support learning and success. Read more: https://share.inquirer.com/DEBsSO
4 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
what’s new in south Jersey schools
Clayton Public Schools is now offering universal free breakfast and lunch — removing the stigma and supporting learning. Superintendent Nick Koutsogiannis says no student should have to worry about hunger in order to succeed. Read more in this link to the article: https://share.inquirer.com/DEBsSO
4 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day weekend from Clayton Public Schools! 🇺🇸 On Labor Day, we pause to honor the hard work, dedication, and commitment of America’s workforce — and especially the incredible staff, teachers, families, and community members who give their all to support our students each day. 💙💛 Labor Day reminds us of the value of working together, lifting one another up, and building a stronger future for our children. We wish all of our Clayton families a safe, relaxing holiday as we prepare for another great year ahead. 🍎✏️ #LaborDay #ClaytonStrong
4 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Labor Day 2025
Today we officially kicked off the 2025–2026 school year with our Back-to-School In-Service! 💙💛

We are so excited to have our teachers and staff back in the buildings, ready to inspire, connect, and make this year one of the best yet.

Here’s to a year full of growth, collaboration, and success for our students, staff, and the entire Clayton community. 💫

#ClaytonStrong #BackToSchool #WelcomeBackTeachers
4 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Welcome Back message to Teachers and Staff
🏑💙 Clayton High School Field Hockey Gear is HERE! 💙🏑 Show your CLIPPER pride and support the Field Hockey team by shopping our official online store! 🎉 Choose from a wide selection of items and colors. Store closes Thursday, September 4th – don’t miss out! Your purchase helps support our team — thank you for being part of the Clayton tradition! 👉 Shop the store here: https://sportsparadise.chipply.com/CLAYFH25/store.aspx?action=viewall&apid=17539118&acid=2008311 #ClaytonFieldHockey #ClipperPride #ClaytonStrong #TeamSpirit
4 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
field hockey gear

Herma Simmons Families:

Make your child’s birthday extra special this year with a School Day Birthday Celebration! 🥳🎂

Families of students in grades PreK-5th can order delicious snacks and treats from the Herma Simmons Cafeteria, powered by Nutri-Serv, Clayton. We offer a variety of options to fit all dietary needs, making it easy to celebrate with your child’s entire class.

✔️ Order quickly & conveniently using our Google Form
✔️ Choose your snack, answer a few questions, and submit online
✔️ Receive an invoice once confirmed
✔️ Pay by cash or check (sent to the Herma Simmons Main Office)

📅 Reminder: Orders must be submitted at least 1 week in advance.

Use QR Code to access order form or click on this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSctIopSSgblQgLahhWVbyko8kA1KNudjQqX1tf1JLsch-J_eA/viewform?usp=dialog

Celebrate your child’s big day in a fun, easy, and school-friendly way! 🎈

#HermaSimmons #ClaytonPride #SchoolDayCelebrations

4 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
school day birthday celebrations at herma simmons elementary school!