The Syracuse Museum of Science and Technology (MoST) is sponsoring a series of STEM challenges throughout this school year, and Camden CSD students from grades 4-12 have been invited to participate. Registration is free, and materials are provided by the MoST for each challenge.
The museum is hosting a bridge building challenge on Saturday, November 9th from 9 AM to Noon on its campus in downtown Syracuse. Students will compete to build bridges that are as strong as possible, while also being as lightweight as possible.
There are two divisions: A junior division for Grades 4-8, and a senior division for Grades 9-12. Teams can be from 1 to 4 students.
Students would need to register online, and then make arrangements to get their materials from the museum. Opportunities to set up a support session with the MoST staff are available by appointment, and there is a walk-in session scheduled for tomorrow, 9/28, from 9:30 to 12:30 at the MoST.
More information about the contest is available here:
https://www.most.org/learn/stem-challenges/
Tea Time! Mrs. Skinner and Mrs. Sessler's 3rd grade class wrapped up their Classic Tales unit with a British-style tea party!
Spirit Week has started early! Today, Camden Elementary School held a special Blue and White Spirit Day to get a jump start on the fun!
We had a great time showcasing all that Camden Middle School has to offer during last night's Open House! Thank you to every one of our CMS family members who stopped by to meet with our staff over the course of the evening!
Did you miss out on the made-to-order apparel sale at Camden Middle School Open House? Were you looking for something different? Check out the new CMS Online Store, where you'll find a variety of Blue Devil Gear for all occasions!
A portion of all profits goes directly to help Camden Middle School fund field trips, dances, and other fun school events. There are customizable shirts, sweatshirts, jackets, hats, and polos in adult and youth sizes!
The store will be open for two weeks!
Shop Now!: https://coppercity.chipply.com/CMS/
McVille 2nd Graders Celebrate Tall Tales/Fairy Tales Unit: https://www.camdenschools.org/o/mes/article/1789133
The dog days of summer are behind us, but our friends from Lewis Manor Labradoodles are back at CMS for their regular visits with our students!
The CMS Library display has been changed just in time for Open House tonight! Come and see a variety of curated selections that tackle the topics middle school students can encounter on a daily basis.
BLUE DEVIL NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT
In the coming weeks, we’ll introduce you to members of our Blue Devil family who are new, or are changing roles between buildings for the school year.
Today, we’ll tell you about new McConnellsville kindergarten teacher Patricia Pennise! Patricia joins us from the St. Patrick’s School in Oneida, where she taught multiple grade levels over a 10 year period. She is a graduate of SUNY Potsdam, and SUNY Cortland.
Her favorite thing about a career in education is the long-term growth she sees in her students, and she looks to accomplish that by creating a fun, safe, and welcoming environment for her kindergartners every day.
“I love seeing the growth in children between September and June,” she said. “Even though the days can be long and hard, seeing the children grow over the course of the school year is an amazing gift.”
She credits the Camden staff, along with a scenic commute, for making her transition to a new role a lot easier.
“Every single person I have met so far has been friendly and helpful. I have many years of teaching under my belt, but learning how Camden "works" is definitely a learning experience. I am very appreciative of the super helpful staff. I am also enjoying my commute so far; the leaves are so pretty!”
When she’s not at the front of the classroom, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, photography, and scrapbooking. She has also become quite fond of indoor gardening. Welcome!
Hittin' the road for some Thursday night football tonight. The Blue Devils varsity heads to Carthage to battle the Comets. 6 PM start.
Carthage Live Stream (HUDL Website or HUDL Fan App)
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ny/camden/organization/17261/camden-high-school/watch?b=QnJvYWRjYXN0MTExODEwOA%3D%3D
Still need to pay your school taxes? You can do so any time, 24/7, by visiting the TaxLookUp website!
Pay Taxes Now: https://taxlookup.net/tax/search.aspx?jurisdiction=camdencsd&year=2024
More Info, Including Other Payment Options: https://www.camdenschools.org/article/1781270
Today's the day for Camden Middle School Open House!
We've got a trio of home games to look forward to today! Modified Boys' Soccer hosts VVS, Modified Football hosts Oneida, and Varsity Boys' Soccer hosts Sherburne-Earlville!
Camden Middle School Open House is set for Thursday evening. It can be a busy evening for families, so some dining options will be available for purchase on-site if you're interested! Local vendors Squeezers Lemonade, Savage Eats, and Oh Crepe and Waffles will be set up outside by the basketball courts, and operating from 4:30 until 7:30 PM.
Even if you don't have a child in middle school, feel free to stop by and support the vendors, many of whom offer items you may not see every day without a long drive!
Congratulations to the following students on their election to serve as Camden High School National Honor Society officers for the 2024-25 school year!
President: Calli Evans
Vice-President: Mackenzie Keil
Secretary: Annaka Stauring
Treasurer: Jade Barringer
Service Coordinator: McKenzie Allard
The Camden modified and varsity cross country teams took on Whitesboro, CVA, and Holland Patent in a dual meet held yesterday at the Town of Deerfield's Wilderness Park.
Photos Courtesy Of: Alana Golden
This morning, Camden High School had the opportunity to host guest speaker Veda Tucker from the Rachel's Challenge organization.
Rachel's Challenge is an organization that addresses the challenges posed by bullying and school violence through programming that examines the problems at their source, and promotes connection and kindness across school communities. By taking "Rachel's Challenge", a student pledges to spread kindness, set a positive example, and make their school a better place to be. To date, the organization has presented to over 30 million people worldwide.
For some students, Tucker may be familiar. A few years ago, she came to Camden Middle School to facilitate the Rachel's Challenge "Chain Reaction" event on behalf of the organization.
Following a general school-wide assembly, Tucker has been working in a small group session this morning with members of the CHS Student Leadership group. As part of these sessions, the group became the first to sign the new CHS Rachel's Challenge Banner!
BLUE DEVIL NEW STAFF SPOTLIGHT
In the coming weeks, we’ll introduce you to members of our Blue Devil family who are new, or are changing roles between buildings for the school year.
Today, we say hello to new pre-k teacher Brittany Powers, who has the unique distinction of teaching our full day pre-k students this year! Brittany comes to us from the Norwich City School District in Chenango County, and her work assignment is housed at McConnellsville Elementary. She is a graduate of Utica University.
Although she is in the early stages of her time with us, she has found a supportive atmosphere among her colleagues and principal Heidi Allen, and is always looking to support her students in a similar way. She loves to see her students get excited about learning, and also sharing with their classmates.
“I am so excited to start my career in Camden with our littlest learners!,” she said.
She loves to camp and travel with her family, and if they’re on vacation, Disney World is probably the place.
Welcome!
We are just over a week away from the registration deadline for the 2024 Camden Homecoming Festival Parade! The parade takes place on Saturday, October 5th at 1 PM here in the Village of Camden.
Parade Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd4AGhmis4IhQPgduijPq6EtBiAItovcg7NiYBxrujuKxcL_w/viewform
Parade Instructions: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/2998/CCSD/3441722/ParadeInstructions2024.pdf
