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
6 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
✨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
6 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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
6 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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/DEBsSO6 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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/DEBsSO6 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
6 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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
6 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
🏑💙 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
6 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
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
6 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Clayton PreK Families — This One’s for You! 🍎
Right now: Every PreK student will receive FREE lunch every day — no limitations on who can participate (open to every student in Clayton PreK), no fees, just a delicious, healthy lunch to fuel their day.
For the future: When your child moves into K-12, they’ll also get FREE breakfast & lunch daily — but we need to keep the program funded! The easiest way to help keep this going? Fill out the Free & Reduced Meal Form — even if you don’t think you qualify. Just by completing the forms, you’re helping to sustain a program that keeps free meals for all Clayton kids, this year and beyond.
🗓 Submit completed forms by Sept. 30
📌 Fill it out here:
https://mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net/ 6 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
RESCHEDULED FOR 8/18 @ 7 PM
Clayton's Summer Drama Club Presents: Dare to Dream, Jr. - A Disney Musical Revue! " The new date for the performance will be Monday, August 18th at 7pm in the PAC. We look forward to seeing our students perform and hope for your continued support of the arts at CHS!
7 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Happening TONIGHT! The Clayton Police Department will celebrate National Night Out on Wednesday, August 13th, starting at 6:00 PM. This year’s event will be held at the DJ Bentz Memorial Soccer Fields. There will be giveaways, food, and plenty of fun! We invite you to come out, support the Clayton PD, and join in the community spirit of the evening!
7 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
🏈 Clayton Football Gear Sale – Now Live! 🏈
Get game-day ready and show your Clipper Pride! 💛💙
Our online football gear store is officially open — but don’t wait too long... the sale ends Tuesday, August 12th!
Use this link to shop now for: Hoodies, Tees, Hats …and more:
https://sportsparadise.chipply.com/clayfb25/?action=viewall&apid=16916925&acid=2031767Let’s gear up for the season and rep Clayton Football in style!
#ClipperPride #ClaytonFootball #ClaytonNJ #FridayNightLights
7 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
🎭 Clayton Public School District Summer Drama Club Presents:
✨ Dare to Dream, Jr. – A Disney Musical Revue
Join us for an enchanting performance featuring your favorite Disney songs in a fun-filled show for all ages!
📅 Date: Thursday, July 31
⏰ Showtimes: 1:00 PM & 7:00 PM
📍 Location: Clayton High School
💵 Tickets: $5 cash at the door
Come support our talented students and enjoy a magical summer event! 🌟
7 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Summer Drama Club Presents: Dare to Dream, Jr.
Join us for an enchanting performance of Dare to Dream, Jr., a delightful Disney Musical Revue featuring your favorite Disney songs in a fun-filled show suitable for all ages!
Event Details:
Cost: $5 cash ticket at the door
Showtimes: 1 PM and 7 PM on July 31st.
8 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Wishing you a happy and safe 4th of July holiday from Clayton Public School District!
8 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Due to the anticipated thunderstorms and high temperatures, the high school graduation ceremony will take place at 7:30 this evening. We will provide an update regarding the location as soon as we have more information about the weather.
8 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
As of right now, Clayton Public School District is planning on holding the graduation ceremony outside at Haupt Field tonight at 5 p.m. The gates will open 30 minutes prior to the start of graduation. In the event that inclement weather delays a 5 p.m. start time, we will attempt to start graduation at 6 p.m. outdoors. We will continue to post updates through the website, the CPSD app, CHS Facebook, and email.
8 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
9 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Clayton Public School District joins the New Jersey Department of Education in celebrating Special Education Week! This week, we recognize the incredible dedication of special education teachers, paraprofessionals, therapists, administrators, and families who work tirelessly to support students with disabilities. #NJSpecialEdWeek
10 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
