Camden County Schools -

Congratulations to Jess Wilder and Chris Murray! 🎉🏆 We're thrilled to celebrate the induction of Jess Wilder and Chris Murray into the 2025 National Wrestling Hall of Fame - Georgia Chapter! Jess Wilder has made remarkable strides in the wrestling community. As a former successful college coach at Carson-Newman and the University of the Cumberlands, Jess transformed the Camden County HS program into one of the nation's premier teams, capturing an incredible 21 GHSA state titles! Chris Murray is a retired US Navy veteran who has consistently found a way to officiate wrestling matches across the globe, regardless of his military duty station. Chris's dedication to the sport is evident, having officiated at 56 state qualifiers, 15 state tournaments, and 21 national-level tournaments including NHSCA, Super 32, and Disney Duals. Both Jess and Chris have shown extraordinary commitment and passion for the sport, and we are incredibly proud of their achievements! Let’s give them a big round of applause!👏 #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #NationalWrestlingHOF

Earlier this month, the Camden County High School Coding Club shined at the Georgia Student Technology State Competition! Two teams placed in the top three! 🥉Joseph Klein and Connor Smith took 3rd in Game Design with their game "Code Fishing," where users "fish" for code segments! 🥉Chevy White and Christian De Paula also snagged 3rd in Mobile Apps with "Pi Duel," a fun math dueling app! Congrats to all! #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #CCHSWildcats #CodingClub

The FY26 School Calendar was approved at the board meeting on Tuesday evening. Please take note of the following changes based on feedback: • The two previously scheduled independent learning days have been removed. • The start date for the second semester has been changed from Thursday, January 8, 2026, to Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Please refer to the link below for FAQs: https://www.camden.k12.ga.us/o/ccsd/page/calendar #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden

Congratulations to Kingsland Elementary School's PBIS Winners of the Week!🏆 These students demonstrated what it means to be respectful, responsible, and ready! Keep up the great work!👏 #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #KESLions #PBIS

On Tuesday evening, the Board of Education unanimously approved the following leadership updates: Rika Dow, Director of K-12 Literacy Maura Fegel, Principal, Mary Lee Clark Elementary School Dana Brown, Principal, IDEB Carlton Smith, Assistant Principal, Camden County High School Susan McLaughlin, Assistant Principal, St. Marys Middle School Jo Beverly, Assistant Principal, Crooked River Elementary School They will begin their new positions on July 1, 2025. #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden

At our March Board meeting, we recognized Camden County High School's Wrestling Team on their outstanding accomplishment of winning their 11th consecutive GHSA 6A Dual STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! Head Coach Jess Wilder, his assistant coaches, and the entire team are doing an amazing job, and we are so proud of them! In addition, we recognized the talented David L. Rainer Elementary School Tenacious Tigers, led by Dr. Carter, who were named STATE CHAMPIONS in the 2025 READ Bowl! Their hard work and dedication are inspiring! We recognized the Thiokol Memorial Project as our Partner in Education spotlight to shine a light on their unwavering commitment to connecting our students with the past, ensuring that the legacy of the men and women who lost their lives continues to inspire future generations. Matilda Harris Elementary School Principal Mr. Workman and Camden Middle School Principal Dr. Roberts presented their school improvement plans. Last but certainly not least, several of our sweet students from MHES shared the Character Word of the Month, which is RESPECT! Check out their video below! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KfOEQudK3wSTAIR9dkMI7cDA9CyZgbZy/view?usp=sharing #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden

This week in Camden Athletics! #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #CamdenAthletics

In honor of School Board Appreciation Week, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated board members. Your commitment to the students and staff of Camden County Schools is commendable. As proud Camden County High School graduates, your leadership and vision continue to guide our community toward a brighter future. Thank you for your invaluable service and unwavering dedication! #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #SchoolBoardAppreciationWeek #GSBA

📢 Attention Camden County Families! Reminder of our March Camden County Board of Education Meeting. 🗓️ Date: March 11th 🕕 Time: 6:00 p.m. 📍 Location: 311 S East Street, Kingsland, GA Your presence and participation are important to us. Come and stay informed about the latest developments in our education system. #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden

We are thrilled to share the Camden County Athletics Class of 2025 Hall of Fame inductees! 🏆 ✨ Jeff Herron ✨ Lyvonia "Stump" Mitchell ✨ 1985 Camden County High School Girls Track and Field Team ✨ Frank Smith ✨ 1960 Ralph J. Bunche High School Football Team Save the date! 🗓️Saturday, May 10th, 2025 📍Camden County High School Fine Arts Auditorium Stay tuned for more information on this first annual event! #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #CamdenAthletics #HallOfFame #CelebratingExcellence

Hey Camden Families! Just a friendly reminder that all schools will be closed on Monday, March 10, for a scheduled Teacher Work Day. 🍎📝 We will welcome students back to schools on Tuesday, March 11. 🎒 Thank you for your understanding and support!🌟 #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden

This week, Mary Lee Clark Elementary’s Ms. Tillman and her 5th graders had an exciting time exploring magnetism! 🧲 They engaged in various activities focusing on: The connection between magnetism and electricity ⚡, with more to come. Observing how magnets attract and repel 🔄, and the nature of magnetic fields 🌌. Differentiating between regular magnets and electromagnets 🔋, preparing for hands-on experiments. Planning investigations to observe magnetic interactions 🔍. The students' curiosity about these invisible forces was truly inspiring! 🌟 #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #MLCESMarlins

Kingsland Elementary School is having a great week with dress-up days for Dr. Seuss and Read Across America! Yesterday was Dewey Day, and students got creative, dressing as their favorite non-fiction sections like space, animals, and community helpers. 🚀🐾🚓 We've seen a fantastic range of costumes, from animals and sports to flowers and space! 🌈🐻🌦️ Great job celebrating reading, KES! A special shout-out to Mrs. Mack's classroom for sharing their Dewey Decimal Numbers! Your enthusiasm and creativity are inspiring! Keep up the fantastic work! #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #KESLions #KESReads #ReadAcrossAmerica #DeweyDay

🎉Camden County Schools is proud to announce that Michelle McClellan, our wonderful Pre-K teacher at Crooked River Elementary School, has been named Pre-K Teacher of the Year!📚✨ This well-deserved recognition is a testament to Mrs. McClellan’s dedication, passion, and exceptional work with our youngest learners. She has consistently gone above and beyond to create a nurturing and engaging environment that helps our Pre-K students develop the foundational skills they need for success in school and life.👩‍🏫❤️ Join us in cheering her on as she represents us at the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning Bright from the Start state competition! We're confident she'll shine brightly. 🌟 Thank you, Mrs. McClellan, for your incredible contributions and for setting such a high standard in education. We wish you all the best!👏 #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #PKTOTY

👏 Kudos to Camden Middle School for a successful 2nd Annual Black History Month Living Wax Museum and concert! Our students and staff truly shined. 💖 It was wonderful to see so many friends and family supporting our talented students. The portrayals of inspiring figures like Tina Turner, Sojourner Truth, and Stacey Abrams were uplifting. 🌟 The Chorus and Jazz Ensemble's performance showcased our school's musical talent. 🎶 #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #BlackHistoryMonth #LivingWaxMuseum

Camden County Schools is proud to partner with local law enforcement to provide an important Human Trafficking Townhall Meeting. 🗓 Date: March 13th ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Ninth Grade Center Lecture Hall Join us for an informative session about the strategies to combat human trafficking in our community and schools. The agenda includes: Updates on local law enforcement's response to human trafficking cases HB 287 lessons for middle and high schools Erin’s Law lessons for K-12 students Open floor for any questions you may have This is a crucial topic for our community, and we encourage all to attend. Your involvement can make a difference! #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden

We are thrilled to invite everyone to join us for Theatre on the Turf at Chris Gilman Stadium on Saturday, March 22nd! This exciting FREE event promises a fantastic day for families and community members alike! Fathers Inspired Restored & Motivated (FIRM) will kick off the day with their inspiring presentation, "Team Work Makes the Dream Work," specially organized for parents. Join us from 4:00-5:00 p.m. at the CCHS Lecture Hall for men and CCHS G1 for women. After the presentation, the fun continues with games for all ages from 5:15-8:00 p.m.. Enjoy a variety of activities designed to bring joy to everyone, from the young to the young at heart! Delicious food will be available for purchase from a selection of food trucks, offering something for everyone’s taste. 🎬 As the day winds down, gather under the stars for a cozy movie night on the turf! The film "IF" will be shown starting at 7:00 p.m. Don't forget to bring your blankets and chairs for a comfortable viewing experience. ✨ This is a FREE EVENT open to all, so bring your family! Let's make memories together and enjoy a day full of laughter, fun, and community spirit! See you there!🌟 #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #TheatreontheTurf #ChrisGilmanStadium

🏆We are bursting with pride as David L. Rainer's Tenacious Tigers, an incredible team of 4th and 5th graders, ventured to the Georgia State Capitol last week! Under the guidance of Dr. Carter, these young readers were recognized by First Lady Marty Kemp and Malcolm Mitchell for clinching first place in the state of Georgia in the Share the Magic Foundation's annual READBowl! 📚 Their hard work and dedication to reading have truly paid off! Congratulations to our amazing champions! Let's keep turning pages and igniting imaginations. #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #READBowlChamps #KeepReading

Happy School Social Work Week! 🎉 Let's take a moment to celebrate the incredible work of our school social workers! These dedicated professionals play a crucial role in supporting students, families, and school communities. They provide guidance, offer a listening ear, and promote a positive school environment. Thank you for making a difference every day! Your compassion, dedication, and support do not go unnoticed. Let's show our appreciation and gratitude for all that you do! ❤️ #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #SchoolSocialWorkWeek #UnsungHeroes #MakingADifference #ThankYouSocialWorkers

🥞🥛It's National School Breakfast Week, and there's no better time to highlight the importance of starting the day with a nutritious meal! Did you know? Eating a healthy breakfast can improve concentration, boost energy levels, and set you up for a successful day at school. Let's celebrate this week by making sure every student has access to a balanced breakfast. Whether it's a bowl of whole-grain cereal, a smoothie packed with fruits and veggies, or a classic eggs and toast combo, every meal counts! 🥚🍞 #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #NSBW #AllinGSNA #gsnaminded #hungerforknowledge