🎬🎥 LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION… THE Trunk or Treat may be postponed but FALL FESTIVITIES DON’T HAVE TO STOP! 🍂 Our talented little Clippers have been busy turning ordinary pumpkins into extraordinary characters with their amazing Pumpkins in Disguise! 🎨🎃 Their creativity is simply gourd-geous! 🤩 A special shoutout to Mrs. Almeida’s class, where creativity and imagination were on full display! And who says the kids get to have all the fun? Mrs. Whartenby and Mrs. Wilgus joined in on the pumpkin excitement by helping our students show off their pumpkin masterpieces! 🎃 And just when you thought these pictures couldn’t get any better… there’s Mr. Neeld swinging into action with our students! 🤣💙 A little change of plans can’t stop the smiles, creativity, and fun at Herma Simmons! Enjoy these snapshots of our Clippers making memories! 📸💙💛
🏈💙💛 THIS SATURDAY IS GAME DAY, CLIPPER NATION! 💛💙🏈
The Clayton Clippers are hitting the road to take on Woodbury! Come out, bring the energy, and cheer on our Clippers! ⚓💪
📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Woodbury Football Stadium 25 N. Broad St., Woodbury, NJ
🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS BEFORE YOU GO!
All tickets must be purchased ONLINE — 🚫 NO CASH SALES AT THE GATE!
📲 Scan the QR code in the graphic to purchase your tickets and have your digital ticket ready for entry OR click on the following link: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/woodbury/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
Let's pack the stands with BLUE & GOLD and show our CLIPPER PRIDE! 🔥
LET'S GO CLIPPERS! ⚓🏈
#ClipperPride #ClaytonClippers #ClaytonAthletics #GoClippers #BlueAndGold
The Clayton Clippers are hitting the road to take on Woodbury! Come out, bring the energy, and cheer on our Clippers! ⚓💪
📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Woodbury Football Stadium 25 N. Broad St., Woodbury, NJ
🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS BEFORE YOU GO!
All tickets must be purchased ONLINE — 🚫 NO CASH SALES AT THE GATE!
📲 Scan the QR code in the graphic to purchase your tickets and have your digital ticket ready for entry OR click on the following link: https://events.hometownticketing.com/boxoffice/woodbury/L2VtYmVkL2FsbA%3D%3D
Let's pack the stands with BLUE & GOLD and show our CLIPPER PRIDE! 🔥
LET'S GO CLIPPERS! ⚓🏈
#ClipperPride #ClaytonClippers #ClaytonAthletics #GoClippers #BlueAndGold
🎃👻 FRIGHT NIGHT 2026 IS ALMOST HERE! 👻🎃
Get those costumes ready! 🍬 Clayton Athletics & Activities invites you and your family to a SPOOKTACULAR night of Halloween fun!
Date: Wednesday, October 28
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Place: Clayton High School
🧙♀️ Trick-or-treating for children ages 12 and under!
🍭 Come dressed in your favorite costume, collect some treats, and brave the Haunted Trail at the Performing Arts Center! 👻
🥫 GIVE BACK WHILE YOU GET SPOOKY! Don't forget to bring canned goods to donate to our Food Drive!
🚗 Entrance: Doors adjacent to the Gymnasium Parking Lot
🚶 Exit: Performing Arts Center
🎃 Mark your calendars, grab your candy buckets, and join us for a FRIGHTFULLY FUN NIGHT! We can't wait to see all your amazing costumes! 🧡🖤
#FrightNight2026 #ClaytonAthletics #ClaytonActivities #HalloweenFun #TrickOrTreat #ClaytonCommunity #FoodDrive
Get those costumes ready! 🍬 Clayton Athletics & Activities invites you and your family to a SPOOKTACULAR night of Halloween fun!
Date: Wednesday, October 28
Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
Place: Clayton High School
🧙♀️ Trick-or-treating for children ages 12 and under!
🍭 Come dressed in your favorite costume, collect some treats, and brave the Haunted Trail at the Performing Arts Center! 👻
🥫 GIVE BACK WHILE YOU GET SPOOKY! Don't forget to bring canned goods to donate to our Food Drive!
🚗 Entrance: Doors adjacent to the Gymnasium Parking Lot
🚶 Exit: Performing Arts Center
🎃 Mark your calendars, grab your candy buckets, and join us for a FRIGHTFULLY FUN NIGHT! We can't wait to see all your amazing costumes! 🧡🖤
#FrightNight2026 #ClaytonAthletics #ClaytonActivities #HalloweenFun #TrickOrTreat #ClaytonCommunity #FoodDrive
🏀💙💛 CLAYTON PARKS & REC BASKETBALL REGISTRATION! 💛💙🏀
It's basketball time! 🏀 Clayton Parks & Rec is sharing basketball registration dates and information. Mark your calendars and come get registered!
REGISTRATION DATES & TIMES
🏀 Monday, 10/19 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Wednesday, 10/21 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Saturday, 10/24 | 10am – 12pm
🏀 Monday, 10/26 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Wednesday, 10/28 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Saturday, 10/31 | 10am – 12pm
🏀 Monday, 11/02 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Wednesday, 11/04 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Friday, 11/06 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Saturday, 11/07 | 10am – 12pm
REGISTRATION LOCATION
Rec Center
720 Washington Ave.
Clayton, NJ 08312
REGISTRATION FEES
Payment accepted via cash, check, or CashApp.
🏀 Kindergarten through Second Grade: $90
🏀 Third Grade through Eighth Grade: $135
CASHAPP INFORMATION: Scan the CashApp QR code on the flyer or use Michael Rygalski: $Coachrobball23
VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED!
We are looking for volunteers to help make this basketball season a success! Please contact:
📞 Mike R: (856) 617-9306
📞 Mike B: (856) 649-2446
🏀💙💛 Let's get ready for basketball! We look forward to seeing everyone at registration!
📲 Please share this post to help spread the word to Clayton families!
It's basketball time! 🏀 Clayton Parks & Rec is sharing basketball registration dates and information. Mark your calendars and come get registered!
REGISTRATION DATES & TIMES
🏀 Monday, 10/19 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Wednesday, 10/21 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Saturday, 10/24 | 10am – 12pm
🏀 Monday, 10/26 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Wednesday, 10/28 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Saturday, 10/31 | 10am – 12pm
🏀 Monday, 11/02 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Wednesday, 11/04 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Friday, 11/06 | 6pm – 8pm
🏀 Saturday, 11/07 | 10am – 12pm
REGISTRATION LOCATION
Rec Center
720 Washington Ave.
Clayton, NJ 08312
REGISTRATION FEES
Payment accepted via cash, check, or CashApp.
🏀 Kindergarten through Second Grade: $90
🏀 Third Grade through Eighth Grade: $135
CASHAPP INFORMATION: Scan the CashApp QR code on the flyer or use Michael Rygalski: $Coachrobball23
VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED!
We are looking for volunteers to help make this basketball season a success! Please contact:
📞 Mike R: (856) 617-9306
📞 Mike B: (856) 649-2446
🏀💙💛 Let's get ready for basketball! We look forward to seeing everyone at registration!
📲 Please share this post to help spread the word to Clayton families!
📢 School Closure Reminder
Clayton Public Schools will be closed Monday, October 12th, in observance of Columbus Day. Classes will resume on the next regularly scheduled school day.
We wish our students, families, and staff a safe and enjoyable day!
Clayton Public Schools will be closed Monday, October 12th, in observance of Columbus Day. Classes will resume on the next regularly scheduled school day.
We wish our students, families, and staff a safe and enjoyable day!
It's mid-trimester! Progress reports for grades 1–5 are now available in PowerSchool. Please log in to review your child's progress. Paper copies will not be sent home.
📢 Important Schedule Reminder for Clayton Public Schools
Families, please note the following upcoming schedule changes:
• Friday, October 9th - Early Dismissal
• Monday, October 12th - Schools Closed in observance of Columbus Day
Please plan accordingly for these schedule changes. We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe and enjoyable long weekend!
Families, please note the following upcoming schedule changes:
• Friday, October 9th - Early Dismissal
• Monday, October 12th - Schools Closed in observance of Columbus Day
Please plan accordingly for these schedule changes. We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe and enjoyable long weekend!
🤠🥩 TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT! DINE TO DONATE! 💚💛
Skip cooking tonight and join us at Texas Roadhouse to support the Clayton Education Foundation! 🎉
📅 TONIGHT — Thursday, October 8th
⏰ 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Texas Roadhouse
631 Cross Keys Road, Sicklerville, NJ
💚 10% of your total food purchases will be donated to the Clayton Education Foundation!
📣 IMPORTANT: Be sure to present the attached flyer so your purchase counts toward our fundraiser!
🥩 Enjoy a delicious dinner, spend time with family and friends, and help support our Clayton students and schools! 📚✏️
💚💛 Great food for a great cause! We hope to see you there!
📲 Please SHARE this post and help spread the word!
Skip cooking tonight and join us at Texas Roadhouse to support the Clayton Education Foundation! 🎉
📅 TONIGHT — Thursday, October 8th
⏰ 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Texas Roadhouse
631 Cross Keys Road, Sicklerville, NJ
💚 10% of your total food purchases will be donated to the Clayton Education Foundation!
📣 IMPORTANT: Be sure to present the attached flyer so your purchase counts toward our fundraiser!
🥩 Enjoy a delicious dinner, spend time with family and friends, and help support our Clayton students and schools! 📚✏️
💚💛 Great food for a great cause! We hope to see you there!
📲 Please SHARE this post and help spread the word!
CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER! ❤️ THIS WEDNESDAY, 10/7!
Support the Freshmen Class of 2030 and make dinner easy! 🎉
📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Chipotle – Glassboro Location
When ordering in person, be sure to mention “Class of 2030 Fundraiser” or show the fundraiser flyer so your order counts toward our fundraiser.
📱 Ordering online for pickup?
Use code: 7L7FME6
Grab your favorite Chipotle meal and help support the Class of 2030! 🌯🥑❤️
Please share with family and friends - we appreciate your support! 🎓
Support the Freshmen Class of 2030 and make dinner easy! 🎉
📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Chipotle – Glassboro Location
When ordering in person, be sure to mention “Class of 2030 Fundraiser” or show the fundraiser flyer so your order counts toward our fundraiser.
📱 Ordering online for pickup?
Use code: 7L7FME6
Grab your favorite Chipotle meal and help support the Class of 2030! 🌯🥑❤️
Please share with family and friends - we appreciate your support! 🎓
💙💛 HELP US HELP YOU, CPSD FAMILIES! 💙💛
Free breakfast and lunch continue for ALL Clayton Public School District students — but we need your help!
🍎 Every CPSD student in PreK–12 can receive FREE breakfast and lunch every school day, regardless of household income.
Meals are free, but forms are still needed!
Completing the annual Free Meal Application helps CPSD secure important funding that supports our students and helps us continue providing free meals district-wide.
✨ Even if you don’t think your family qualifies, please complete the form.
✨ Even if your child already eats for free, please complete the form.
✨ Every completed application helps our District.
📣 CPSD families: Please submit your Free Meal Application ASAP!
📌 Complete the application here: mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net
💙💛 Every family. Every form. Every student. Help us keep free meals going for ALL!
Free breakfast and lunch continue for ALL Clayton Public School District students — but we need your help!
🍎 Every CPSD student in PreK–12 can receive FREE breakfast and lunch every school day, regardless of household income.
Meals are free, but forms are still needed!
Completing the annual Free Meal Application helps CPSD secure important funding that supports our students and helps us continue providing free meals district-wide.
✨ Even if you don’t think your family qualifies, please complete the form.
✨ Even if your child already eats for free, please complete the form.
✨ Every completed application helps our District.
📣 CPSD families: Please submit your Free Meal Application ASAP!
📌 Complete the application here: mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net
💙💛 Every family. Every form. Every student. Help us keep free meals going for ALL!
Today at approximately 3:15 PM, bus 206 was involved in a two vehicle accident in the area of South Broad Street and Clayton Avenue. Five students and the bus driver were transported to a local hospital as a precaution for evaluation of minor injuries. The remaining students were safely picked up by their parents or guardians. We are incredibly grateful for the quick response and care provided by the Clayton Police Department, Clayton Fire Department, Gloucester County EMS, and our Clayton School staff. Their prompt response helped ensure that our students were supported throughout the incident. We will have counseling support services available on Monday to support any students who may need it. The incident remains under investigation.
🎬✨ And that’s a wrap on September AND two amazing Back to School Nights! From Dolly Day sparkle 💖 to two nights of welcoming our families, it was a great way to close out the month!
Families connected with teachers, school resources, community partners, and local clubs, all coming together for our Clippers! 💙💛 September, that’s a wrap! 🎬✨
#HermaSimmons #ClaytonClippers #LightsCameraAction #ClipperPride
📅 Save the Date!
Skip the cooking next Thursday, October 8, and support the Clayton Education Foundation!
🤠 Join us for Dine to Donate at Texas Roadhouse in Sicklerville from 4–10 PM. Dine in or order takeout—just show the flyer or mention that your purchase is to benefit the Clayton Education Foundation.
🍪 And don’t forget dessert! We’ll be there selling baked goods, so be sure to save room for something sweet.
Come enjoy a great meal while supporting our students and schools. We hope to see you there! ❤️
Skip the cooking next Thursday, October 8, and support the Clayton Education Foundation!
🤠 Join us for Dine to Donate at Texas Roadhouse in Sicklerville from 4–10 PM. Dine in or order takeout—just show the flyer or mention that your purchase is to benefit the Clayton Education Foundation.
🍪 And don’t forget dessert! We’ll be there selling baked goods, so be sure to save room for something sweet.
Come enjoy a great meal while supporting our students and schools. We hope to see you there! ❤️
CHIPOTLE FUNDRAISER! ❤️
Support the Freshmen Class of 2030 and make dinner easy! 🎉
📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Chipotle – Glassboro Location
When ordering in person, be sure to mention “Class of 2030 Fundraiser” or show the fundraiser flyer so your order counts toward our fundraiser.
📱 Ordering online for pickup?
Use code: 7L7FME6
Grab your favorite Chipotle meal and help support the Class of 2030! 🌯🥑❤️
Please share with family and friends - we appreciate your support! 🎓
Support the Freshmen Class of 2030 and make dinner easy! 🎉
📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 5:00–9:00 PM
📍 Chipotle – Glassboro Location
When ordering in person, be sure to mention “Class of 2030 Fundraiser” or show the fundraiser flyer so your order counts toward our fundraiser.
📱 Ordering online for pickup?
Use code: 7L7FME6
Grab your favorite Chipotle meal and help support the Class of 2030! 🌯🥑❤️
Please share with family and friends - we appreciate your support! 🎓
🎃 Clayton Fall Festival
🗓️ Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ 12:00–4:00 PM
📍 Autumn Pasquale Memorial Park
Activities happening throughout the day include:
• Trunk-or-Treat
• Table & Treat – participating vendors handing out candy
• JROTC obstacle/relay course
• Adopt-a-Ghost
• Fall/Halloween Scavenger Hunt – find all the items for a prize!
• Candy Corn Counting Contest
• Vendors and local businesses to shop and visit
• Clayton Historical Society open from 12:00–2:00 PM
👻 Come dressed up! Costumes are encouraged for kids and families.
This is a free community event, and we would love to see our Clayton families come out and enjoy an afternoon of fall fun!
🎃 Fright Night 2026- Coming soon! 👻
Bring the family out for a spooktacular evening of trick-or-treating, costumes, and Halloween fun presented by Clayton Athletics & Activities!
📅 Wednesday, October 28
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Clayton High School
👻 Children ages 12 and under are welcome to trick-or-treat!
Come dressed in your favorite costume and make your way through the festivities, including a Haunted Trail at the Performing Arts Center!
🥫 Help support our Food Drive: Please bring canned goods to donate at the door.
🚗 Enter: Doors adjacent to the Gymnasium Parking Lot
🚶 Exit: Performing Arts Center
Grab your costumes, bring a canned good, and join us for a frightfully fun night! 🎃👻🍬
Bring the family out for a spooktacular evening of trick-or-treating, costumes, and Halloween fun presented by Clayton Athletics & Activities!
📅 Wednesday, October 28
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Clayton High School
👻 Children ages 12 and under are welcome to trick-or-treat!
Come dressed in your favorite costume and make your way through the festivities, including a Haunted Trail at the Performing Arts Center!
🥫 Help support our Food Drive: Please bring canned goods to donate at the door.
🚗 Enter: Doors adjacent to the Gymnasium Parking Lot
🚶 Exit: Performing Arts Center
Grab your costumes, bring a canned good, and join us for a frightfully fun night! 🎃👻🍬
Clayton Public School District proudly celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15–October 15! 🎉
This month, we honor the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and meaningful contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Join us in celebrating the traditions, stories, and achievements that enrich our schools, communities, and nation.
#HispanicHeritageMonth #ClaytonPride
This month, we honor the rich histories, vibrant cultures, and meaningful contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities. Join us in celebrating the traditions, stories, and achievements that enrich our schools, communities, and nation.
#HispanicHeritageMonth #ClaytonPride
🚨🔥 CLAYTON WRESTLING FANS — THIS IS A MUST-WATCH! 🔥🚨
This Thursday, 9/24, TWO former Clayton standout wrestlers will be taking the stage on the UFC Jiu-Jitsu card! 🥋💥
💪 Nick Rodriguez has gone from the wrestling mats at Clayton to establishing himself as one of the elite submission grapplers in the world.! 🌎
🔥 And now his brother, Jacob Rodriguez, is ready to make his UFC Jiu-Jitsu debut!
From the wrestling mats at Clayton to competing under the UFC banner - what an incredible moment for these two brothers and our hometown! 👏
🗓️ THURSDAY 9/24
📺 MAKE SURE YOU TUNE IN!
WATCH LIVE Thursday at 8 PM ET on UFC Fight Pass! (Subscription required.) Nick & Jay Rodriguez representing!🥋
https://welcome.ufcfightpass.com/region/united-states
Let’s show Nick and Jacob some CLAYTON PRIDE! 💙💪🔥
Such a great day for Clayton! 📚❤️
I had the opportunity to attend the ribbon cutting ceremony for Clayton’s beautiful new library alongside our Simmons librarian, Mrs. Nancy Lee. It was so nice to see so many community members, county representatives, and local officials come together to celebrate this exciting addition to our town. What a wonderful new space for our Clayton families and community to enjoy for years to come!
Congratulations to everyone who played a part in making it happen! 📚✂️
