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Last week in Mrs. Renshaw’s first grade classroom, Sugarmill students put their fraction skills into action with a hands-on learning experience! Students worked with a partner to share a Hershey bar, then collaborated in groups of four to divide another bar into equal parts.
Before breaking the chocolate, they talked through their strategies and explained their thinking. The lesson wrapped up with students writing about whether they preferred one-half or one-quarter. Learning at Sugarmill is always interactive, engaging, and just a little sweet! 🍫
Great job, eagles!!

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🎉 Pre-K Lottery Registration is NOW OPEN! 🎉

To learn more about eligibility requirements, important dates, and to register, visit the link below:

👉 https://www.camden.k12.ga.us/page/pre-k-parents

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Temporary Disruption of Phone Service Please be advised that our phone system is currently out of service at St. Marys Middle School, and we are unable to receive incoming calls to our schools or offices. TDS is aware of the outage. We appreciate your patience as we work with TDS to restore service.

🔦✨ Learning in a Whole New Light! ✨🔦
The kindergarten and 1st-grade STEM students at MLGES had a bright time exploring light and shadows using flashlights! 💡 Through hands-on play, students discovered how light travels, how shadows are made, and how changing the position of a light can change a shadow’s size and shape.
Lots of curiosity, giggles, and “aha!” moments filled the room as the young scientists experimented and learned together!

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Congratulations to Emma Mayerlen and Olivia Fegel for being recognized by the Kennesaw State University Department of Mathematics for their outstanding performance in the first round of the 2025–2026 KSU Mathematics Competition!
Both students earned certificates for being the highest-scoring students at Camden County High School—an incredible achievement that reflects their hard work, dedication, and mathematical talent.
Way to represent CCHS so well—we are proud of you! 👏

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🌱 Planting the seeds of well-being starts today.
Small acts of care, patience, and kindness—toward ourselves and others—help our students and staff grow stronger every day. Let’s continue to nurture mental health together.

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UPDATE: CCHS was given the all clear by the fire department. Buses have been released. We are 15 minutes behind on our normal schedule. Thank you for your patience and support.

Camden County High School will operate on a delayed schedule until fire officials have determined it is safe to reenter the building. Due to the situation at Camden County High School, there will be delays at other school sites as well. Updates will be shared as they become available.

ATTENTION CCHS FAMILIES: A fire alarm has been activated due to smoke in the cafeteria at CCHS in 10-12 building. All students and staff are safe and have been evacuated. Emergency services are on their way to the scene. Please avoid the area until further notice.

MEDIA RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 13, 2026
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Camden County Schools Appoints Tucker Pruitt as Head Football Coach

Camden County Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Coach Tucker Pruitt as the new Head Football Coach of the Camden County High School Wildcats. Coach Pruitt assumes leadership of the program following the resignation of Coach Jon Lindsey.

Coach Pruitt brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished record of success in Georgia high school football. He most recently served as Head Coach at Appling County High School, leading the team to a region championship and a second-round playoff appearance this season. Prior to that, he spent eight seasons at Fitzgerald High School, compiling an 82-27 record, winning two region championships, and guiding the Purple Hurricanes to a state championship in 2021.

We are very excited to have Coach Pruitt with us and leading us forward in 2026. A community introduction event for Coach Pruitt will be held on January 21, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium, where families, alumni, and supporters are invited to welcome him to his new role.

🌟 Teacher of the Year Spotlight 🌟

We are excited to celebrate Cassie Griffis as the Mary Lee Clark Elementary School Teacher of the Year! With 15 years in education, Ms. Griffis serves as a 3rd grade ELA teacher at MLCES, where she is passionate about investing in young people and helping them grow both academically and personally.

Ms. Griffis says the best part of her job is the students—plain and simple. She believes they are truly the best, and her love for teaching shines through in the joyful, supportive environment she creates each day. Known for her love of a good pun, she brings warmth and positivity into everything she does.

When she’s not in the classroom, Ms. Griffis enjoys crafting and chasing food trucks, and if she weren’t a teacher, she would continue serving others as an advocate for youth and elderly programs. Guided by her motto, “Do anything, but let it produce joy,” she makes a lasting impact on her school community. Congratulations to Ms. Griffis on this well-deserved honor! 🍎✨

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MEDIA RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 13, 2026
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Temporary Relocation Notice for St. Marys Elementary School (January 14–16)
Camden County Schools continues to work closely with licensed wildlife and facilities professionals at St. Marys Elementary School to address the presence of bats on campus. Based on their assessment, additional time is needed to fully complete the removal process, seal affected areas of the building, and conduct thorough cleaning and sanitation to ensure the campus is safe for students and staff.

As a result, St. Marys Elementary School will temporarily relocate from January 14–16 to the College of Coastal Georgia, located at 8001 Lakes Boulevard in Kingsland.
Bus transportation will be provided for students who currently ride the bus. Students who typically walk to school will be transported to and from St. Marys Elementary School and the College of Coastal Georgia. School hours will remain the same. Morning EDP will not be available; however, after-school EDP will be offered. Breakfast and lunch will be served, and recess will be scheduled for all students.

Students who do not attend school during this temporary relocation will receive an excused absence. Make-up work will be provided upon students’ return following the holiday weekend on Tuesday, January 20.

The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our top priority. We apologize for any inconvenience this situation may cause and appreciate the patience and understanding of our families as we work to ensure a safe learning environment.

We extend our sincere gratitude to the College of Coastal Georgia for graciously offering their space during this time. We also thank Coastal Pines Technical College for their willingness to provide support if needed. Their partnership and cooperation are greatly appreciated.

Additional updates will be shared by school administration as appropriate. Please contact the school office administration via email if you have any questions. Email addresses can be found at the following link:
https://smes.camden.k12.ga.us/o/smes/page/administration

Mrs. Hastert’s 5th Grade Shark Time students at SMES are officially "Accidental Archaeologists!" After finishing Sarah Albee’s book, they got their hands dirty in dig kits that let them travel through the Proterozoic, Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic Eras.
Our young scientists uncovered authentic treasures including seaweed, trilobites, dinosaur skulls, and even Smilodon teeth! Check out these future paleontologists in the making!

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This week in Camden Athletics!🐾

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Mrs. Case's 2nd grade homeroom at MHES welcomed the chilly weather by reading "Snowflake Bentley" and crafting their own unique snowflakes from marshmallows, toothpicks, and coffee filters! ❄️❄️❄️

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MEDIA RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 12, 2026

St. Marys Elementary School Will Remain Closed Tomorrow, January 13, 2026

Licensed professionals will be on site to complete the humane removal of the bats, seal affected areas of the building, and conduct a comprehensive cleaning and sanitation process. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the Department of Public Health have been consulted and are providing guidance to ensure all health, safety, and environmental protocols are followed.

There is no immediate danger to students or staff. The temporary closure is a precautionary measure to allow the remediation work to be completed thoroughly and safely.

School officials anticipate that St. Marys Elementary School will reopen as scheduled the following day. Families and staff will be notified promptly should there be any changes.

Math came to life in Mrs. Reiber’s 2nd grade classroom at SMES as students ran their own restaurant, The Shark Tank! From designing menus to placing orders and making change from a $100 bill, students practiced real-world math skills through hands-on learning.

With lots of smiles and “Best math day ever!” moments, students worked on addition, subtraction, mental math, and place value—all while having a blast. Hands-on learning makes math meaningful… and a little hungry too!

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🚨 UPDATE – SMES REUNIFICATION INFORMATION 🚨 The reunification site for St. Marys Elementary School is St. Marys Middle School. Students who had already been picked up by school buses have been redirected to the reunification site. Parents and guardians should pick up students at St. Marys Middle School. Please bring a photo ID and follow staff instructions upon arrival. Thank you for your cooperation as we work to ensure everyone’s safety.

The Camden County Rifle Team improved to 3–0 in GHSA competition with a strong 1160–1065 win over Brunswick High School! 🎯 Briana Dougherty qualified individually for the State Championship with an outstanding 295, while senior Brayden Ogden stayed hot with his third straight 292. Lane Roberts added a 287, and Bryson Guerry followed with a 286.

Great shooting, Camden Wildcats! 🐾

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