Hello Clayton Parents and Guardians,
We have seen an increase in the number of students needing to be sent home, as well as an increase in the flu and stomach virus in the community. I would like to remind everyone that if your child has had a fever, vomiting or diarrhea within the last 24 hours they should not return to school. Please also remember they need to be fever free without medication in order to return to school. If they are not feeling well in the morning it is better to keep them home and see their doctor than send them to the nurses office once they arrive at school. Let's work together to keep our students and community healthy.
Thank you,
Alicia Fragoso
Clayton Public School District will be closed on January 20th, in observation and recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
TRY IT TUESDAY! On Tuesday, January 21st, a new breakfast item will be featured at Herma Simmons: Vanilla Confetti Pancakes! Breakfast is free for K-5TH GRADE STUDENTS at Herma Simmons. Your child can join their class in the breakfast line, order & enjoy! Want to view Cafeteria Menus with no hassle? Just click on the posted link to download the CPSD Mobile App. Download for Android https://aptg.co/1PhNKt Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/zhFjZ4
Simmons Drop Off Procedure Reminders
Clayton Public School District will have an early dismissal on January 17th. The District is also closed on Monday, January 20th, in recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
A huge shout out to the Clayton Police Department for keeping our community safe!
TRY IT TUESDAY! On Tuesday, January 14th, a new breakfast item will be featured at Herma Simmons: Trix French Toast!
Breakfast is free for K-5TH GRADE STUDENTS at Herma Simmons.
Your child can join their class in the breakfast line, order & enjoy!
Want to view Cafeteria Menus with no hassle? Just click on the posted link to download the CPSD Mobile App.
Download using this link:
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Come out and support our H&S Association on Jan. 15 at the Chick-fil-A in Mantua!
Clayton Public Schools will be on a 2 hour delayed opening for Tuesday, January 7, 2025.
Due to the forecasted snowstorm, Clayton Public Schools will be closed on Monday January 6, 2025.
Enjoy the snow day and stay safe!
Due to the forecasted snowstorm, Clayton Public Schools will be closed on Monday January 6, 2025, Thank you and stay safe.
TRY IT TUESDAY! On Tuesday, January 7th, a new breakfast item will be featured at Herma Simmons: Jimmy Deans' Pancake-Wrapped Sausage on a stick!
Breakfast is free for K-5TH GRADE STUDENTS at Herma Simmons. Your child can join their class in the breakfast line, order & enjoy!
Want to view Cafeteria Menus with no hassle? Just click on the posted link to download the CPSD Mobile App.
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Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/zhFjZ4
Keep yourself updated in 2025 by staying informed on the latest news from Clayton Public Schools! Download the new CPSD app TODAY! It's everything Clayton Public Schools, in your pocket.
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Wishing our Clayton students, staff, and families a bright and successful 2025. May this year be filled with new opportunities, growth, and continued excellence. Let’s make it a great one!
Best Wishes for a wonderful Holiday Season & a very Happy New Year! Clayton Public Schools will be closed for Winter Break December 23rd - January 1st. We will return to school on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Congratulations to the Herma Simmons Elementary School Clippers of the Month for November (grades 2nd-5th)! Keep up the fantastic work and continue to shine as bright as you do! We are proud of you!
Congratulations to the Herma Simmons Elementary School Clippers of the Month for November (grades PreK-1st)! Keep up the fantastic work and continue to shine as bright as you do! We are proud of you!
CHS Drama Club & Stage Crew present a MOVIE NIGHT, with three holiday classics!
TONIGHT, Thursday, December 19th, doors open at 5:30pm, and the movies start at 6:00pm. We will be showing the 1966 How The Grinch Stole Christmas, Emmet Otter's Jug-Band Christmas, and A Charlie Brown Christmas. Admission is free, we are asking that you make a donation at the door in the spirit of the holidays. You may donate to the Clayton Drama Club & Stage Crew, or to the Gloucester County Animal Shelter. We have included a link to the Animal Shelter's Wish List, and we will be collecting items at the door for the Shelter: https://www.gloucestercountynj.gov/215/Wish-List. We're looking forward to seeing you tonight!
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.
Grinch Day-Friday December 13th!
Herma Simmons students celebrated Grinch Day with a heartwarming lesson on kindness from the Child Connection Center. They learned about the true meaning of kindness and even had a special guest whose heart grew three sizes that day!
