Clayton Schools Host Community Engagement Forum for Facilities Renovation Plans

The September 3, 2025, Board of Education meeting for the School District of Clayton focused on long-term facilities planning and community engagement initiatives. The meeting began with discussions on the need for additions to Clayton High School, enhancements to elementary schools, and improvements to athletic fields, including those at Wyedown Middle School.

To gather community input on these priorities, the district announced a series of engagement forums, starting with the first session scheduled for September 10 at Clayton High School at 7:00 PM. The forum will feature the architect design team presenting initial concept designs for the proposed facilities. Following the forum, a community survey will be released to collect further feedback, alongside a phone survey targeting approximately 300 patrons.

The meeting also included presentations from Excellence K-12, which will detail the upcoming survey, and Dr. Garganigo, who will provide an annual curriculum update for board approval. Additionally, a technology study overview will be presented, outlining plans for the next two years.

A student board update highlighted a recent tour of Spady Elementary School, which underwent significant renovations in 2022. The student representative emphasized the school's modern design, which promotes efficiency and creativity, suggesting that similar principles could be applied to future renovations in the district. Feedback from Clayton High School students regarding the potential relocation of Gayfield to Shaw Park indicated a preference for improved logistics and updated athletic facilities.

Overall, the meeting underscored the district's commitment to community involvement in shaping the future of its educational facilities, with a clear timeline for engagement and feedback leading up to December. The board aims to incorporate community insights into their decision-making process as they move forward with facility planning.