We understand the importance of having a staff that reflects the diverse student population in Clayton. Actually, we VALUE it. If you share that value, sign up to attend our annual Diversity Recruitment & Networking Fair Jan. 6. bit.ly/46A8xz7

The District will be closed tomorrow for the New Year's holiday.

Clayton PAC.ED is hosting a celebration of kindness and inclusion on January 21 at the District Administrative Center. Reservations are required and the deadline is January 16. Click here for more info and to reserve your spot. Don’t miss out! bit.ly/3TH3lqi

Each year students across the District participate in Hour of Code to give them an understanding of technology and careers in computer science. Almost 700 million students around the world have participated in the Hour of Code since its inception in 2013. #ClaytonExperience

During their recent Socktober Fundraiser, the Wydown Bands raised $2,000 and earned 190 pairs of new socks, which will be donated to the Epworth Drop-In Center through the Toes in Need Program. Congrats to all the students who made the fundraiser a success! #ClaytonExperience

Clayton PAC.ED is hosting a celebration of kindness and inclusion on January 21 at the District Administrative Center. Reservations are required and the deadline is January 16. Click here for more info and to reserve your spot. Don’t miss out! bit.ly/3TH3lqi

The annual Diversity Recruitment & Networking Fair was a huge success. Thank you to our staff and those who helped make this event possible.

Support Wydown Wind Ensemble/Jazz Band’s trip to Disney while enjoying some great food. They’ve teamed up with Hi-Pointe Drive-In and Chicken Out for a fundraiser that runs through this Sunday. Mention the fundraiser in person or use the code “FUNDRAISER” for online/app orders.

Tomorrow is a staff professional learning day so there will be no school for students. Have a safe and enjoyable weekend.

Six CHS students have been chosen as members of the Missouri All-State Music Ensembles. They’ll participate in rehearsals and performances at the Missouri Music Educators Association Convention. Congrats to these outstanding musicians! #ClaytonExperience

Yesterday first-grade students from around the District visited Wydown Middle School to learn about instruments and interact with Wydown Orchestra musicians. It was a great hands-on and inspiring experience. #ClaytonExperience

The District will be closed on Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Have a safe weekend.

“The time is always right to do what is right.” - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Join us Monday, February 26 at 6:30 p.m. in the CHS Auditorium for the 2024 Celebration of Black Achievement, as we recognize Black alumni whose unique stories are an inspiration to the Clayton community. Learn more bit.ly/4bwxsHw. #ClaytonExperience

Yesterday Leo Human and Pam Lyss-Lerman were elected to the two open seats on the District’s Board of Education. Click here to view the unofficial election results on the St. Louis County Board of Election’s website bit.ly/3J5Eups.

Dr. Kelly Sollberger has been selected as the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources beginning in the 2024-2025 school year. She currently serves as Director of Human Resources at the Rockwood School District. Click here to read more bit.ly/3vKBdZR. Welcome, Kelly!

Captain and Meramec Elementary have been named 2024 Missouri Gold Star Schools by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education! Only six other schools around the state received this honor. Click here to read more bit.ly/4akMSwL. #ClaytonExperience

Today is the last day of school for students, and Dr. Patel would like to share a quick message, including some of our most memorable moments from this year. A big thank you to our entire School District of Clayton Family for making 2023-2024 an amazing year!

Learn more about Blue Ribbon School R.M. Captain Elementary! We are now accepting applications for a Principal (start date July 1, 2025). Apply online by November 24th.