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
about 1 month 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
about 1 month ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
field hockey gear

NEW at Clayton Middle & High School: DEVICE-FREE ZONES 📵

To create the best learning environment possible, Clayton Public School District is introducing Device-Free Zones for all middle and high school students.

Here’s what to expect each school day:

✅ Turn your phone/watch OFF or place on Airplane Mode

✅ Place phone, watch & earbuds in your Yondr Pouch

✅ Secure your pouch and store it in your backpack or locker

✅ Unlock your pouch at the end of the school day

🚫 Smartphones, smartwatches, and AirPods are not permitted for use during the school day.

Look up, connect more! Together, we’re building a more focused, connected, and engaged school community. 💙💛

#ClaytonPride #DeviceFreeZone #FocusOnLearning

about 1 month ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
DEVICE-FREE ZONE AT CLAYTON HS & MS
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!
about 2 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
SUMMER PLAY 8/18 7pm
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!
about 2 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
national night out!

✨✨NEW This Year!✨✨
All Clayton Public School District students in grades K–12 will now receive FREE Breakfast & Lunch — Every Day, Every Kid!

-No limitations to who can participate (All CPSD students grades K-12)
-No fees!
-Just nutritious meals to fuel success!

Thanks to state funding and the support of our community, Clayton students can enjoy this incredible benefit. To keep it going this year and in the future, we need every family to complete the annual Free & Reduced Meal Form — even if you don’t think you qualify. Just by submitting the completed form, you're helping to secure the funding that makes free meals possible for ALL CLAYTON STUDENTS in grades K-12!

*Note: Due to scheduling, all PreK students will receive free lunch daily.

Let’s keep this going — your participation matters. Be sure to complete the Free & Reduced Meal Application by September 30th to help maintain this benefit for all.

📌 Submit your form here: https://mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net/

about 2 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
New this year- free breakfast and lunch for all Clayton students K-12
🏈 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=2031767

Let’s gear up for the season and rep Clayton Football in style!
#ClipperPride #ClaytonFootball #ClaytonNJ #FridayNightLights
about 2 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
online sale of clayton football gear ends 8/12
We have rescheduled "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!
2 months ago, Matthew Slater
Due to inclement weather expected throughout the region, we will be canceling tonight's 7pm show of "Clayton's Summer Drama Club Presents: Dare to Dream, Jr. - A Disney Musical Revue! " Thank you for those who were able to support us at the 1 pm show.
2 months ago, Matthew Slater

🎭 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! 🌟

2 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Dare to Dream Play 2025
Mr.K visited our High School students today at the Clayton first responders camp. He got a thrill of a lifetime riding the fire truck bucket ladder 93 feet into the sky. Thank you to both Chiefs Franklin and Rehm for their support. Also, special thank you to our SR0, Tim Brown, for his guidance in advising our club and assisting with the camp's organization. Link to Clayton Police Department- Gloucester County 1st Responders Camp: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1JLpLczhNA/?mibextid=wwXIfr
2 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
superintendent on fire ladder
superintendent on fire ladder
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.
3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
dare to dream play
We will be hosting a parent information night, on August 6th, regarding our upcoming move to a "Cell Phone Free" Middle School/High School. Please review the information outlined in the letter attached.
3 months ago, Matthew Slater
LetterYondr
Congratulations Clayton High School Class of 2025! 🎓 We continue to celebrate this incredible milestone with you! Your hard work, resilience, and spirit have made us all proud — and we can't wait to see where your path leads next. 💙💛 We have even more photos from our unforgettable graduation ceremony! Click the links below to view some incredible highlights: 💫 Individual Photos with Mr. Slater: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18YozJv-yI8mDKWIcqnww2z05MxiHPx_s?usp=drive_link 💫 Candid / Ceremony Photos: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xPCXT9AVfisfgLqJNTRD-1dBUCBBk9qG?usp=drive_link 💫 An additional link to photos taken by an outside professional photographer who was in attendance. https://precisionphotostudios.pixieset.com/chsgraduation/ (Note: The photos in this link can only be viewed and are available for purchase, not downloaded for free.) #ClaytonPride #CHSClassOf2025 #OnceAClipperAlwaysAClipper #GraduationDay #FutureReady #ClassOf2025 #CHSGrad2025
3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
CHS
Wishing you a happy and safe 4th of July holiday from Clayton Public School District!
3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
4th of July
Congratulations, Clayton High School Class of 2025! 🎓 We’re so proud of all you’ve accomplished — and even more excited to see where your journey takes you next. Wishing each of you a future filled with success, joy, and purpose! Click the link below to view highlights from this unforgettable graduation ceremony: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1yjzFu-4DXpbCsdd4r2xls-9hf3oW8yW6 *Photos taken by Clayton's own Nicole Colamarino! #ClaytonPride #CHSClassOf2025 #OnceAClipperAlwaysAClipper #GraduationDay #FutureReady #ClassOf2025 #CHSGrad2025
3 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Graduation Night for Clayton High School Class of 2025
Big News from Clayton! We’re incredibly proud to share that 20 Clayton High School freshmen have been accepted into the Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) Collegiate High School Program! This opportunity allows our students to get a head start on their college journey while still in high school — a true testament to their hard work and dedication. 💙💛 This exciting news from Clayton is also featured in The Sun Newspapers! Click the link to read the full article: https://thesunpapers.com/2025/06/18/clayton-freshmen-join-rcsj-high-school/ #ClaytonPride #CollegeBound #CHS2028 #RCSJ #CollegiateHighSchool #ClaytonStrong
4 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
20 Clayton Freshman Accepted in RCSJ Collegiate Program
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.
4 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
As of right now, we are 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.
4 months ago, Matthew Slater
Congratulations to the Clayton High School Class of 2025! Best wishes for a wonderful evening as you celebrate your graduation!
4 months ago, CLAYTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
CONGRATULATIONS MESSAGE TO CLAYTON'S CLASS OF 2025