The Clayton Connection
November 2026
From the Leadership Team
Happy November!
As we head into a new month, we are excited to continue building on the learning, growth, and positive experiences happening each day at Clayton Middle School. November is a great time to reflect on what we are thankful for, celebrate our students’ hard work, and continue showing responsibility, respect, compassion, perseverance, and integrity in all that we do.
Inside this month’s newsletter, you’ll find important updates, upcoming events, and reminders to help keep your family connected to all things CMS. Thank you for your continued support and partnership as we work together to make this a successful school year for our Eagles!
Homework Help:
This is a reminder that students have graded homework assignments each week. If you are unsure about your child’s assignments, please check with them or reach out to their teacher for clarification.
You can also access assignments and grades at any time through the My Parent Portal app. If you need assistance accessing the app or need your username or password, please email nikki.briggs@smyrna.k12.de.us.
Thank you for your continued support in helping our students stay on track and succeed. Wishing all of our CMS families a wonderful November and a happy, restful Thanksgiving!
Erik Wilson, Principal
Laura Massey, Associate Principal
Jennifer Scott, Associate Principal
Picture Day Notice
Attendance Emails
Save the Dates
November 2 - 5th Grade Fall Field Day
November 3 - Election Day - School Closed
November 4 - DIAA Physicals & Google Form Application Due for Winter Sports
November 9 - Professional Learning Day - School Closed
November 10 - Reading & Math Family Engagement Night 5:00-6:30 pm
November 11 - Veteran's Day - School Closed
November 23-24 - Parent/Teacher Conferences - School Closed
November 25-27 - Thanksgiving Break - School Closed
Yearbooks are currently on sale for $30. The price will increase after December 18th.
Eagle Sports Central
Check out our Middle School sports schedules at www.smyrnamiddlesports.com
Any student interested in playing a winter sport, that did not play a sport in the fall, will need to turn in a completed physical by November 4th!