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.
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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!
Nutri Serve is hiring for a Food Service position at Clayton Public Schools!
School Food Service is Rewarding, Enjoyable & Flexible with the possibility for nights, summers & weekends off. Work school day hours & receive a FREE MEAL!
Use this link to apply:
https://apply.jobappnetwork.com/clients/21377/posting/10119538/en
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Congratulations to the Clayton Public School District 2024 Educators of the Year: Mr. Zackary Hickman, Mr. Lee Henry, and Mrs. Kelly Citrone! Each of these outstanding educators has demonstrated exceptional dedication, creativity, and passion in their teaching, making a profound impact on their students and the Clayton community. As we celebrate their achievements, let us acknowledge the vital role they play in shaping the future and nurturing the minds of tomorrow's leaders.
Please join me in congratulating our Educator of the Year for Simmons Elementary School, Mr. Zackary Hickman. Mr. Hickman is a superhero to our students and his commitment to education is truly something to be recognized.
Congratulations on this very well-deserved award!
FREE BREAKFAST offered at Herma Simmons to ALL students in grades K-5th.
Children are encouraged to eat breakfast every day before the bell! At Herma Simmons, we provide a balanced morning meal for every child- at no charge!
Students do NOT need to sign up. They simply make their breakfast selection in the morning at school and enjoy eating with their peers.
Breakfast MENUS are available on the CPSD App!
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Congratulations to the Herma Simmons Elementary School Clippers of the Month for October (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 October (grades PreK-1st)! Keep up the fantastic work and continue to shine as bright as you do! We are proud of you!
Happy Thanksgiving to all our students, staff, and families! Clayton Public School District wishes all of you an enjoyable and relaxing Thanksgiving break.
BUS CHANGES for Monday, Nov. 25, Tuesday, Nov. 26, and Wed. Nov. 27: *Lion bus students will be riding the Seal/Turtle bus 207. The bus will be approximately 15 minutes early in the morning and 15 minutes late in the afternoon.
*Cat bus students will be riding the Lamb/Dog Bus 215. Both morning and afternoon runs will be approximately 15-20 minutes late.
