💙💛 CLIPPERS, WE’RE READY FOR YOU! 💛💙
The classrooms are ready, the hallways are waiting, and soon our schools will once again be filled with the people who make Clayton Public Schools so special — our students! As we begin a new school year, we want every student to know one thing:
💙 You belong here.
Whether it’s your very first day as a Clipper or your final first day, we can’t wait to welcome you back!
⭐GET READY FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR⭐
Families, bookmark these important CPSD resources:
📱 CPSD App
Stay connected with news, events, announcements and notifications.
🍎 iPhone/iOS: https://apps.apple.com/app/id6528974066 — Apple
📲 Android: Clayton Public Schools, NJ - Apps on Google Play
🌐 District Website
🍎 Complete Your School Meal Application
All CPSD students receive breakfast and lunch at no cost, but families should still complete the annual federal free meal application. These applications help determine eligibility for programs and funding that directly benefit our students and schools.
➡️ https://mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net/
🍽️ LunchTime School Payment Portal (for a la carte items + snacks + more!)
➡️https://schoolpaymentportal.com/ConsumerLogin.aspx
💳 MySchoolBucks
➡️https://www.myschoolbucks.com/ver2/getmain?requestAction=home
☀️ Enjoy these last days of summer, Clippers. Your schools are ready. Your teachers are ready. And we’re ready for YOU! 💙💛
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere #WelcomeBackClippers
Welcome Parents, Guardians and Friends! I am Mr. Tucker, Clayton Middle School's Principal. I have attached a welcome back letter to provide you with some important information to assist with the return of school. Please read and become familiar with the procedures and how the first day will look.
Thank you
Mr. Tucker
Thank you
Mr. Tucker
✨✨ FREE BREAKFAST & LUNCH CONTINUES FOR CPSD STUDENTS! ✨✨
All Clayton Public School District students in PreK–12 can enjoy FREE breakfast and lunch every school day! 💙💛
🍎 All CPSD students can participate
🥪 No fees
🍎 Nutritious meals to help fuel learning and success
Help us keep free meals available for ALL Clayton students!
To support the funding that makes this possible, we need every CPSD family to complete the annual Free Meal Application — even if you don’t think you qualify.
Simply completing the application helps our District secure important funding and continue providing free meals for ALL of our students.
📅 Please complete your application by September 30!
📌 Submit your application here:
https://mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net/
💙💛 Every family. Every form. Every student. Let’s keep it going!
All Clayton Public School District students in PreK–12 can enjoy FREE breakfast and lunch every school day! 💙💛
🍎 All CPSD students can participate
🥪 No fees
🍎 Nutritious meals to help fuel learning and success
Help us keep free meals available for ALL Clayton students!
To support the funding that makes this possible, we need every CPSD family to complete the annual Free Meal Application — even if you don’t think you qualify.
Simply completing the application helps our District secure important funding and continue providing free meals for ALL of our students.
📅 Please complete your application by September 30!
📌 Submit your application here:
https://mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net/
💙💛 Every family. Every form. Every student. Let’s keep it going!
🚗🧼 SUPPORT CLAYTON HS GIRLS SOCCER! ⚽💙💛
Stop by our Girls Soccer Car Wash this Saturday! Get your car sparkling clean while supporting the team!
Saturday, August 22
11 AM–1 PM
Clayton HS Back Gym – End of E. Howard St.
🚙 $5 per car — additional donations are greatly appreciated!
Drive in, Get Clean & Support our Team! 💙💛⚽
As part of our continued commitment to our Sustainable Jersey Green Initiative, we are pleased to offer our annual Back-to-School forms electronically. Completing these forms online helps reduce paper usage, lowers printing and mailing costs, and makes the process more convenient for families.
To help you get a head start on the new school year, the online forms are now available. We encourage all families to complete the required paperwork as soon as possible.
Please click the link below to access the forms, or visit our district website and navigate to the Parent & Student Resources section to complete the required forms.
https://www.claytonps.org/o/cpsd/page/parent-student-resources
We look forward to welcoming your children back for another successful school year when we return on September 2nd!
Clayton Middle School Supply List 2026-2027
Supply list is also found on our webpage!
Hello! 6th Grade Orientation is fast approaching!
August 18th-Tuesday
You should have received a letter in the mail. See attached flyer!
Thank you
M. Tucker
Clayton Summer Drama Club presents Mean Girls Jr. Wednesday, July 29th at 1 PM and 6 PM at the Clayton High School Performing Arts Center.
Tickets are $5 at the door, cash only.
Tickets are $5 at the door, cash only.
☀️ Halfway Through Summer Break... Keep Reading! 📚💙💛
Summer is the perfect time to explore a new story, spark your imagination, and keep learning. Every page helps young minds grow!
With the new Anne M. Wodnick Clayton Library opening soon in town, there's never been a better time to make reading part of your family's summer adventure.
📖Learn about the Gloucester County Library System and all it has to offer here: https://www.gcls.org/locations/
Happy reading, Clipper families! 💙💛
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
🌎 Our Climate Literacy Academy Begins Today! 💙💛
Today, Clayton Public School District is excited to launch our new Climate Literacy Academy, made possible through the Climate Literacy Innovative Opportunity Grant.
Over the next three weeks, middle school students will participate in hands-on learning experiences that explore climate science, environmental stewardship, and real-world problem-solving.
We're proud to partner with Stockton University and the Climate Change Learning Collaborative (CCLC) to provide engaging, inquiry-based experiences that inspire curiosity and empower students to become informed environmental stewards.
Thank you to the New Jersey Department of Education for investing in innovative opportunities that help prepare our students for the future.
🌱 Learning today. Leading tomorrow.
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Today, Clayton Public School District is excited to launch our new Climate Literacy Academy, made possible through the Climate Literacy Innovative Opportunity Grant.
Over the next three weeks, middle school students will participate in hands-on learning experiences that explore climate science, environmental stewardship, and real-world problem-solving.
We're proud to partner with Stockton University and the Climate Change Learning Collaborative (CCLC) to provide engaging, inquiry-based experiences that inspire curiosity and empower students to become informed environmental stewards.
Thank you to the New Jersey Department of Education for investing in innovative opportunities that help prepare our students for the future.
🌱 Learning today. Leading tomorrow.
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
🎉 Great news for our students!
Clayton Public School District has received an additional $46,000 in supplemental funding to expand our High-Impact Tutoring Program this summer. Our Summer Learning Acceleration Academy will provide targeted small-group instruction to help students in grades 6-9 strengthen academic skills and start the new school year with confidence.
💙 Supporting students today. Preparing for tomorrow.
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Clayton Public School District has received an additional $46,000 in supplemental funding to expand our High-Impact Tutoring Program this summer. Our Summer Learning Acceleration Academy will provide targeted small-group instruction to help students in grades 6-9 strengthen academic skills and start the new school year with confidence.
💙 Supporting students today. Preparing for tomorrow.
#ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Happy Independence Day from Clayton Public School District! ❤️🤍💙
As we celebrate the 250th birthday of our nation, we wish all of our students, families, staff, alumni, and community members a safe, joyful, and relaxing Fourth of July.
May your day be filled with family, friends, gratitude, and memorable moments as we celebrate the freedoms we share.
Have a wonderful Independence Day!
As we celebrate the 250th birthday of our nation, we wish all of our students, families, staff, alumni, and community members a safe, joyful, and relaxing Fourth of July.
May your day be filled with family, friends, gratitude, and memorable moments as we celebrate the freedoms we share.
Have a wonderful Independence Day!
Congrats to Alex Osayemi as he continues to shine at Alabama in his track career. Already representing US U20 team, look out for Olympic hopeful in future.
Today, CPSD recognizes Juneteenth and reflects on the significance of freedom, history, and the contributions of Black Americans throughout our nation’s story.
Clayton Soccer Fall Registration is Open! ⚽
Clayton Soccer is now accepting registrations for the 2026 Fall Season for children ages 3 and up.
Families interested in learning more or registering can visit claytonclippers.com or scan the QR code on the flyer below.
We are happy to share this community opportunity with our Clayton families!
⏰ Don't miss out! Preschool 4 classes for 2026-2027 are full and accepting waitlist registrations. Preschool 3 enrollment is open, but spots are limited.
🌟 Secure your child's spot early! Start in PK3 and continue seamlessly into PK4. All PK3 students automatically move on to PK4 the following school year.
📱Contact us today to learn more and reserve your child's spot.
🌟 Secure your child's spot early! Start in PK3 and continue seamlessly into PK4. All PK3 students automatically move on to PK4 the following school year.
📱Contact us today to learn more and reserve your child's spot.
Our Clayton Gear Store is OPEN!
Get your spirit wear today! Show Clayton Pride all year long!
👉 https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/E3DzCbBw5K
Thank you for supporting our district, athletes and programs! 💙🏆
#Clayton Pride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Get your spirit wear today! Show Clayton Pride all year long!
👉 https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/E3DzCbBw5K
Thank you for supporting our district, athletes and programs! 💙🏆
#Clayton Pride #AllHeartsBelongHere
Join us for Clayton Day 2026!
Don’t miss out on the memories!
Clayton High School and Clayton Middle School still have a limited supply of 2025–2026 yearbooks available for purchase while supplies last!
Secure your copy today at: yearbookforever.com
Questions? Please contact nschoeler@claytonps.org.
#ClipperPride
Today, Clayton Public School District honors and remembers the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. 🇺🇸
We are grateful for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice.
Wishing our CPSD families a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.
#MemorialDay #ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
We are grateful for their courage, dedication, and sacrifice.
Wishing our CPSD families a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.
#MemorialDay #ClipperPride #AllHeartsBelongHere
