Today we pause to celebrate gratitude—for our amazing students, dedicated staff, supportive families, and the entire Clayton community that makes our district so special. 💙💛
From all of us at Clayton Public Schools, we wish you a day filled with warmth, joy, and thankfulness.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving! 🧡
Clayton Public Schools will have an early dismissal on Wednesday, November 26, and will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 27–28, for the Thanksgiving holiday.
We wish all of our students, teachers, staff, and families a wonderful and restful Thanksgiving! 🧡🍁
📚 We’ll see everyone back on Monday, December 1!
Please note that December 1–5 will be early dismissal days for parent-teacher conferences.
📣 Clayton families — WE NEED YOU!
Completing your Free & Reduced Meal Form helps YOU, your child’s school, and our entire district receive critical funding and services that support students every day.
And here’s the bonus…
🎉 Complete your form by December 17 and you’ll be automatically entered into the raffle for a chance to WIN a 55” Insignia TV!
💛 It takes just a few minutes.
💙 It helps bring resources directly to our students.
👉 Your participation = support for ALL our kids.
📝 Fill out your form today!
🗓️ Deadline: Due NOW!
✍️ Fill it out here → https://mealapp.lunchtimesoftware.net/
Let’s do this, Clipper Nation!
#EveryFormCounts #ClipperFamily
Important Notes for Families
✔️ Even if your family does not meet the financial guidelines, submitting the form STILL helps us capture important data that allows us to continue providing free meals for all students.
✔️ Your form helps bring funding, programs, and resources directly to our Clayton students.
✔️ If you already submitted a Free Meal Form for the 2025–2026 school year, you do NOT need to submit another one. We already have it on file, and your household will be entered into the raffle automatically. (No calls regarding application submissions will be accepted. If you are unsure about whether you applied for this school year, you are welcome to reapply.)
🎁 Raffle Details
📅 Raffle drawing will be held on December 19
📢 Winner will be announced and notified
📦 TV prize will be ready for pickup on December 22 or December 23
The stage is set for the 100th Thanksgiving Day matchup, and our Clippers are ready to make this one to remember. 💙💛
And yes… there’s a friendly wager on the line:
If Clayton wins, Superintendent Preston will sing Clayton’s alma mater at a Pitman board meeting.
If Pitman wins, Superintendent Koutsogiannis will sing Pitman’s alma mater at a Clayton board meeting. 🎤😉
Mr. Koutsogiannis says…
"Mr. Preston may want to start warming up those vocal cords." 😉
Bundle up, arrive early, and be part of this historic moment. Let’s bring that trophy home where it belongs. 💙💛
📅 Thursday, November 27, 2025
📍 Haupt Field
⏰ Kickoff at 10:30 AM
⭐ Alumni players & coaches—please join us on the field at 10:10 AM for a special recognition!
🎟️ Adults: $4 | Students: $2
🪙 Commemorative 100th-Game Coins: $10
#GoClippers #BeatPitman #Game100
Clayton, get ready for a milestone moment!
This year marks the 100th Thanksgiving Day Game as our Clippers take on Pitman in a tradition that spans generations.
📅 Thursday, November 27, 2025
📍 Haupt Field
⏰ Kickoff at 10:30 AM
⭐ Alumni players & coaches—please join us on the field at 10:10 AM for a special recognition!
🎟️ Adults: $4 | Students: $2
🪙 Commemorative 100th-Game Coins: $10
Let’s honor the past, celebrate the present, and cheer on our Clippers! 🏈💛💙
These students have shown exceptional responsibility, kindness, and a love for learning that inspires everyone around them. We are so proud of your accomplishments and the positive energy you bring to school each day. Keep being AMAZING! 💙💛
💙 Clipper Community Food Pantry 💛
Tuesday November 18th & Thursday Nov 20th from 4-5:30PM
Clayton High School Cafeteria (Please use Cafeteria Doors)
Clayton Public Schools is here for our community. If your family could use a little extra support, the Clipper Food Pantry offers supplemental food items to help meet your needs.
👜 Bags will be provided.
🥫Food items will include non-perishables (canned goods, boxed cereals, pastas, etc.)
💛 Donations are also welcome and can be dropped off on the 18th (before 3:00PM) at the Clayton High School Main Office.
The Clipper Pantry is open to any Clayton family who could use a little extra support — no questions asked. 💙
🌟 Nominate an Outstanding Educator! 🌟
Parents, friends, students, educators, and community members—we want to hear from you!
Help us celebrate the incredible educators who make a difference every day at Clayton Public Schools. 💙💛
👉 Submit your nomination here:
🔗 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfedveIC-pSobCFR05slxO5zc0I43yDeFdxEUUcQant4bMYQQ/viewform
We are especially grateful to the veterans within our **Clayton community—students, families, staff, and alumni—**who have answered the call to serve.
💙💛 Thank you for your service. #VeteransDay
During today’s In-Service Day, Superintendent Nikolaos Koutsogiannis proudly presented Gay Lynn Pipich with the Clayton Community of Excellence Award, recognizing her exceptional dedication, leadership, and commitment to student success. 👏
Gay Lynn’s positivity, professionalism, and tireless support of students and colleagues truly embody what it means to be part of the Clipper family. 💙💛
We are so proud to celebrate her contributions to Clayton Public Schools!
Clayton Public Schools will be closed Wednesday through Friday, November 5th–7th, for Teacher In-Service and the NJEA Convention. 🍎✏️
We hope everyone enjoys the extended weekend and some well-deserved rest! 😄
📚 Students return to school on Monday, November 10. See you then, Clippers! 💙💛
They went all-in this year with their coordinated costumes... showing that school spirit and teamwork doesn't stop at the classroom door! Thank you for bringing so much creativity, fun, and leadership on Halloween Day and beyond! 🎃👻
A huge shoutout to our incredible Clayton High School Stage Crew who worked together to create an amazing Haunted Walk for this year’s Fright Night! From lighting and sound to spooky effects and set design — your creativity and teamwork made it a night to remember! 💀🎃
Before you head out, remember these quick safety tips:
👻 Stay with your group — stick with friends or family!
💡 Be seen — wear bright colors or carry a flashlight.
🚗 Look both ways — use sidewalks and crosswalks.
🍭 Check before you chew — have an adult look over your treats.
🏠 Visit homes you know — and never go inside a stranger’s house.
Have fun, stay safe, and have a spook-tacular Halloween!
Clayton's Trick-or-treat hours are 4-8 PM.
