March students of the month. During the month of March, the students at Clays Mill Elementary School focused on the Character Strong trait Cooperation. Students learned that cooperation is "working together to reach common goal". Congratulations to the following students:
Kobe Boyd, Ainsley Butzner, Kae'sian Carden-Hayes, Dawson Francisco, Victoria Hylton, Kainsley Newbill, A J Hylton, Noelia Alvarado, Elbert Nelson, Sophee Penick, Alexa Carrington Perez, Toby Bomar, Aiden Walker, Camden Roller, Peyton Francis, Cecilia Miller, and John King
Interim reports for the fourth nine weeks are available for viewing on the Campus Portal. If you need assistance with the portal or need a paper copy of the report, please contact your child's school.
The Title 1 Committee hosted a family literacy night called Bingo for Books. Students and their families enjoyed light refreshments and playing games of bingo together. All students left this event with at least one new Scholastic book. The goal of this event was to encourage families to make reading a daily and enjoyable habit.
Clays Mill congratulates Mr. Nunn and Mr. Daniel for receiving the Teacher of the Year and the Excellence in Service awards, respectively.
In the last several weeks, students enjoyed observing the "LIVE" critters that were living in the library. They experienced ants working to make their tunnels, as well as the changes that a caterpillar goes through to become a butterfly. It was super fun to watch! This activity was made possible through a grant awarded by the Halifax County Public Schools Education Foundation.
Reminder!!!!
“Bingo for Books” - Title 1 Spring Family Literacy Night is happening on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Doors open at 5:45 pm, and Bingo is from 6:00 – 7:00 pm in cafeteria. WIN A GAME, PICK A BOOK! Light refreshments will be provided. All CMES students are invited to attend.
Any student that has completed grades PK-5 this school year is invited to participate in Summer Success. There will be fun learning activities with reading, math, and science!
Third graders in Mrs. Powell and Ms. Michelle's class at Clays Mill Elementary wrote recipes for "Peep" s'more. The took home the ingredients for a tasty treat at home.
As a reminder, schools will be closed beginning Monday, April 7, 2025 through Friday, April 11, 2025 for Spring Break. Students will return to school on Monday, April 14, 2025.
We hope that you have a wonderful, safe break.
Clays Mill Elementary is planning “Bingo for Books”, a Title 1 Spring Family Literacy Night, on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Doors open at 5:45 pm, and the event will take place from 6:00 – 7:00 pm in the cafeteria. WIN A GAME, PICK A BOOK! Light refreshments will be provided and all CMES students are invited to attend!
Siahna Carden, Atlas Trent, Kingston Charity, Ryan C. Francisco, Alijah Waller, Raney Jennings, Greyson Francisco, Archer Holt, Kalana Wyatt, Beckett Anderson, Hank Duffer, Savannah Rather, Skyler Nelson, Carson Snead, Ava Mills, Ke'Ziah Elam, and Jasen Rome were named Student Of The Month for February. These students have actively engaged in learning, followed class and school rules and are honest, trustworthy, and respectable.
Ms. Laughorn's pre-K 4 year old class started water safety classes at the YMCA this week. The students had so much fun and can't wait to go back next week.
Kindergarten students at Clays Mill Elementary recently enjoyed a fun and learning experience while visiting the Danville Science Center. Kindergarten was very appreciative to the Halifax Public Schools Education Foundation for awarding us the funding to enjoy this trip!
Report cards for the third nine weeks may be viewed on the Campus Portal. If you need assistance with the portal or need a paper copy of the report card, please contact your child's school.
During our library time, students got to choose more books for their "home" libraries through the RIF Books for Ownership program, supported by Dollar General.
First Grade students completed projects on animal habitats. Each student had to choose an animal, create a model of their habitat, and answer questions concerning their project. Students presented their projects to their classmates, telling about facts and interesting information that they learned.
Mrs. Cassada’s kindergarten class enjoyed some St Patrick’s Day fun. They listened to read alouds, wrote about what they would do with a pot of gold, and then made themselves look like leprechauns! They used their gold to solve addition story problems, too!
As a reminder, tomorrow, Friday, March 14, 2025 is a professional development day for staff. Students do not attend school.
At the school board meeting on Monday, March 10, 2025, the board voted to convert Thursday, March 20, 2025, to a full instructional day for students.
Students celebrated Read Across America Week at Clays Mill! Each day was a special spirit day. Many participated in "Read a Shirt" day on Wednesday. Students were "WILD ABOUT READING" on Friday, getting to read throughout the day with their favorite stuffed animals from home. Students also experienced an interactive online story from author, Mo Willems. It was a super fun READING week!
