To put on a show, it takes a team. On Saturday, October 19th, the cast and crew of the upcoming Camden Middle School production “Willy Wonka Jr.”, and their families, came together to participate in a prop and set building extravaganza!
Over the course of the day, the group made important props and also completed the re-purposing of some set pieces from past productions. Among their tasks? The crew painted, cellophaned and tied ribbons for 136 unique lollipops that will provide a huge burst of color to their “World of Pure Imagination”!
Thanks to everyone who came in to help! Don’t forget…. The CMS Production of “Willy Wonka Jr.” will be held on November 14th and 15th!
Come learn about what Connected Community Schools and their community partners have to offer and get free diapers while supplies last !
Please join Connected Community Schools for Open HUB! Families are able to get grocery items and talk with the team about other community resources!
Camden's Greenhouse Management students recently started learning about growing fresh herbs, made possible by an amazing donation from Walmart in partnership with Connected Community Schools!
The students are growing the herbs so that they can be used for projects in Home and Careers classes, and some will also be available in the Connected Community Schools Hubs for their Open Hub/Grocery Pickup Events!
You've seen her in our Middle School plays and musicals, but Cali Closs recently took on a new role she hasn't played: Librarian.
At the invitation of Mrs. Bloomquist and Mrs. Britton, our CMS students are getting the opportunity to be guest librarians! There is a special area of the library where our volunteer student librarians can display collections of books from our shelves, curated by them, for the student body to enjoy. Cali was the first student to volunteer, and took her job very seriously. Here she is selecting books from her favorite part of the library, fantasy novels!
For these seventh graders, learning was the catch of the day.
National School Bus Safety week is here! Held annually during the third full week of October, the goal of National School Bus Safety Week is to bring school districts together with the community to talk about the importance of school bus safety.
Did you know that the most dangerous part of a school bus ride is loading and unloading? Often, it involves someone who has illegally passed a stopped school bus, and incidents of illegal passing have been increasing nationwide at about four percent per year.
We’ll be covering bus stop safety a few times this week. If you encounter a school bus on the roadway, you should be doing the following:
1. Slow down and be attentive. Buses make frequent stops, so patience and a reasonable rate of speed are important to protect the children, staff, and yourself. Also, remember that school buses are required to stop at railroad crossings. Be even more patient during the winter months, as slick conditions can pose a greater challenge.
2. When yellow lights are flashing, slow down and prepare to stop. When the red lights are flashing and the stop sign/arm is deployed, you must stop completely. It is suggested that you stop at least 20 feet from the bus, as 10 feet or less can be very dangerous. When in doubt, always stop your vehicle until you know it is safe to proceed.
3. Remember that on multiple lane or divided highways, traffic must stop in both directions for a school bus that has its stop sign/arm deployed.
4. When the red lights turn off, and the stop sign/arm comes inward toward the bus, you may continue. However, use caution in the vicinity of the bus. Look around before moving your vehicle, as children may be walking in front of, behind, or on the side of school buses. Check for pedestrians - especially near schools, bus stops, playgrounds, parks, and behind parked cars. Never assume.
5. Even if a bus isn’t loading or unloading right away, be extra careful around buses near our schools, as children may be close by.
6. Obey posted school zone speed limits, such as the one near Camden Elementary School on Oswego Street. Also be mindful of our school zone crosswalks and stop signs throughout the village, especially before and after school. These play an equally important role in getting our students to and from school each day.
If we all do our part, we can keep everyone safe this school year, including our students and transportation staff.
Mrs. Willson's WIN periods start each class by calculating the fraction, decimal, and percent representations for how many days we've been in school. These photos are from Day 30! Fractions, decimals, and percents make up a large part of 6th grade math, so this activity is great practice!
The show will be here before you know it! Opening night of the CHS Drama Club's Fall Play Production, "Emily Bronte: Teenage Ghost Hunter" is almost here!
Don't forget about the coloring contest and the opportunity for your child to trick-or-treat with the cast at the show!
MORE INFO: https://www.camdenschools.org/article/1822362
This week, we observe National School Bus Safety Week!
We'll be sharing safety reminders and tips throughout the week, along with some new developments on our end that will help improve transportation safety in our District.
Who says you can't have fun volunteering?
Looking for a gift for the FFA member in your life? Want to support the chapter and its ongoing work? If you answered "Yes", the Camden FFA has a deal for you!
They are running an online apparel store from now until 11:59 PM on November 6th! Five dollars from every item goes right back to our FFA Chapter.
Click this link to shop!
https://1800tshirts.chipply.com/camdenffa/store.aspx
Come build birdhouses, and learn valuable parenting strategies along the way with Connected Community Schools and CFLR! They will be offering this event on two different dates in the CMS Cafeteria. Contact Valarie at Connected Community Schools with questions. Her contact info is listed on the attached flyer!
McConnellsville Families! The McConnellsville Spirit Wear Online Store is live now for all your Bobcat Gear needs!
https://mcvillebobcats.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Act fast!!! The store closes on October 25th. Contact Miss Lis if you have questions.
#CCSDAttendanceAwarenessMonth
Camden FFA members and greenhouse management students recently spent time building 7 new vertical growing systems! The systems will be used to help grow lettuce for Camden community members in need!
Presenting the Camden Boys' Varsity Soccer Class of 2025! The Blue Devils took a moment to recognize four seniors for their contributions to the program ahead of Thursday's match against Holland Patent.
Congratulations to James Murphy, Brodie Buckingham, Owen Perusse, and Zayne Geer!
It's Salmon season in Central New York, so it's only fitting that students get the opportunity to learn about this precious part of our local ecosystem, and the 7th Grade GOAT team did exactly that!
They enjoyed a beautiful fall day learning about the spawning and stocking of Coho and Chinook Salmon from Lake Ontario while at the Salmon River Hatchery in Altmar.
After watching the harvesting process, and seeing salmon climb the ladders to reach the hatchery, students enjoyed a hike to Salmon River Falls. While at the falls they enjoyed the sunshine, posing for pictures, and making memories with friends. The GOAT Team teachers want to give a shout out to the students for their excellent behavior all day!
Please join us!
The Blue Devils boys' modified closes out on a three game road trip, so today's a great day to come support the team at their last home match!
