District News
![Share Your Input on Superintendent Leadership]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765026667/claytonschoolsnet/uvjmxq2f8myawppmieco/DistrictNewsGraphic.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765026667/claytonschoolsnet/uvjmxq2f8myawppmieco/DistrictNewsGraphic.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765026667/claytonschoolsnet/uvjmxq2f8myawppmieco/DistrictNewsGraphic.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765026667/claytonschoolsnet/uvjmxq2f8myawppmieco/DistrictNewsGraphic.png","width":1200}])
As part of the District's commitment to continuous improvement, parents and staff members are invited to complete a brief survey for Superintendent Dr. Nisha Patel.
![Inside Clayton Special Edition: Planning a Future as Strong as Our Past]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1767384441/claytonschoolsnet/zbtxngdbubv2vceisnoo/Inside-Clayton-Dec-2025.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1767384441/claytonschoolsnet/zbtxngdbubv2vceisnoo/Inside-Clayton-Dec-2025.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1767384441/claytonschoolsnet/zbtxngdbubv2vceisnoo/Inside-Clayton-Dec-2025.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1767384441/claytonschoolsnet/zbtxngdbubv2vceisnoo/Inside-Clayton-Dec-2025.png","width":1200}])
A special issue of Inside Clayton arrived in homes over winter break, offering a closer look at the District’s Long-Range Facilities Master Plan. Explore the issue and learn more.
Four candidates have filed for the April 7 Board of Education election.
In the most recent audit, the District received an unmodified opinion, the highest rating issued in an independent audit. Find out more.
![CHS Students Achieve Top Honors in National Merit Scholarship Program]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765415498/claytonschoolsnet/cowbqcgtqnuv57wtvjyt/CHSCelebratingExcellence.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765415498/claytonschoolsnet/cowbqcgtqnuv57wtvjyt/CHSCelebratingExcellence.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765415498/claytonschoolsnet/cowbqcgtqnuv57wtvjyt/CHSCelebratingExcellence.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765415498/claytonschoolsnet/cowbqcgtqnuv57wtvjyt/CHSCelebratingExcellence.png","width":1200}])
Clayton High School is proud to announce that nine students have been named Semifinalists and 11 students have earned Commended status in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.
![New Director of Summer Academy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764958635/claytonschoolsnet/irdl2i10gjblw7bk9kd9/AngieCaraccioloSummerAcademy.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764958635/claytonschoolsnet/irdl2i10gjblw7bk9kd9/AngieCaraccioloSummerAcademy.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764958635/claytonschoolsnet/irdl2i10gjblw7bk9kd9/AngieCaraccioloSummerAcademy.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764958635/claytonschoolsnet/irdl2i10gjblw7bk9kd9/AngieCaraccioloSummerAcademy.png","width":1200}])
The District is pleased to announce that Angie Caracciolo, EdD, will serve as the director of Summer Academy.
![You’re Invited: Clayton Cares Community Speaker Series]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764784299/claytonschoolsnet/mkif2yanrlbbsfjm2jto/IanMackeyClaytonCaresCommunitySpeakerSeriesSocial.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764784299/claytonschoolsnet/mkif2yanrlbbsfjm2jto/IanMackeyClaytonCaresCommunitySpeakerSeriesSocial.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764784299/claytonschoolsnet/mkif2yanrlbbsfjm2jto/IanMackeyClaytonCaresCommunitySpeakerSeriesSocial.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764784299/claytonschoolsnet/mkif2yanrlbbsfjm2jto/IanMackeyClaytonCaresCommunitySpeakerSeriesSocial.png","width":1200}])
The District is excited to invite students, staff and families to attend the second installment of the series, featuring Missouri State Representative Ian Mackey in partnership with the City of Clayton’s Community Equity Commission.
Three directors will be elected to three-year terms to serve on the School District of Clayton Board of Education. Learn more.
![Support for Families In Need]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1762195708/claytonschoolsnet/edm41yvsxoxr2diomact/Supporting-Families-in-Need.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1762195708/claytonschoolsnet/edm41yvsxoxr2diomact/Supporting-Families-in-Need.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1762195708/claytonschoolsnet/edm41yvsxoxr2diomact/Supporting-Families-in-Need.png","width":750}])
With the loss of SNAP benefits, many families may be facing additional hardship and food insecurity. The District remains committed to supporting the community by connecting families with essential resources and assistance programs.
![Community School Tours]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765026935/claytonschoolsnet/su0baquazzjtufeendhm/LRFMPSchoolTour.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765026935/claytonschoolsnet/su0baquazzjtufeendhm/LRFMPSchoolTour.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765026935/claytonschoolsnet/su0baquazzjtufeendhm/LRFMPSchoolTour.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765026935/claytonschoolsnet/su0baquazzjtufeendhm/LRFMPSchoolTour.png","width":1200}])
As part of the District’s ongoing commitment to creating future-ready learning environments, Clayton is advancing projects identified through its Long-Range Facilities Master Plan. Community members are invited to take part in this process by touring the District’s two oldest schools—Glenridge Elementary and Meramec Elementary.