Yesterday, we had the honor of welcoming Binghamton-based children's author Daniel Jude Miller to our elementary schools!
He read some of his stories, talked about the writing and drawing process, and even shared some unfished books he's working on. He inspired students to follow their dreams, work hard, and consider using their writing and artistic talents to create great stories!
We'll share pictures from his McConnellsville visit soon!
Miss Scheftic’s class recently ended their CKLA unit about the Five Senses. These students put their senses to the test while dissecting a pumpkin and learning all about its life cycle! 🎃🎃
Camden Elementary School Families: Tomorrow (10/26) is the CES Fall Carnival!
Last week in art class, Mrs. Hollis's class at McVille looked at artwork by George Seurat. They took inspiration from Seurat's dots to begin creating their own fall leaves out of different colored dots. Great job, 4th graders!
Per athletic director Josh Mazzaferro, The New York State Public High School Athletic Association has once again partnered with Dick's Sporting Goods to offer a 20 percent discount off your total purchase with their special coupon, which can be used from 11/3 to 11/6. This could be a great opportunity to stock up on winter sports equipment and other winter gear ahead of the season!
Some restrictions may apply, and this discount is not available at the warehouse sale location in Syracuse.
Click the link below to get your coupon!
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Field Hockey: Camden 1, Whitesboro 0 (Final)
We are going to the Section III finals!
Camden Elementary student council members wanted to spread some positivity and cheer to start the school day on Friday, October 20th! They arrived early and formed a welcoming party to greet students and staff with signs, noisemakers and music!
On Saturday afternoon, the Camden girls' modified soccer team participated in the Oneida County Youth Bureau's 13th annual Intergenerational Fall Clean-Up event. As part of the event, the Blue Devils raked leaves from the backyards of some area senior citizens in need of assistance.
The event ran throughout the weekend with area schools, colleges, and youth groups working throughout the county. There is typically also a spring event.
For more information on the intergenerational cleanup events, including how you can get involved in the future, the Oneida County Youth Bureau website is located at https://ocgov.net/departments/youth-bureau/.
If you know someone who would like assistance at future events, contact the Oneida County Office for Aging and Continuing Care. Their website can be found at https://ocgov.net/departments/office-for-aging-and-continuing-care/news-and-events/.
Today's the day! Camden takes on Whitesboro in a Section III Class B Field Hockey tournament semifinal tonight (Monday, 10/23) at Vernon Verona Sherrill! The match is scheduled for 5:30 PM!
The winner will meet the winner of the other semifinal between New Hartford and Holland Patent in Sunday's final, which will also be held at VVS.
Go Blue Devils! Let's have a great day today!
The 2023 Section III Class B Football playoff bracket was released over the weekend. Camden will be the seventh seed and will play at Indian River on Friday night.
Go Blue Devils!
Tonight is senior night for the Camden varsity football team, and we should have a terrific matchup ahead as the Carthage Comets come to town!
6:30 PM kickoff under the lights! Go Blue!
The Camden Varsity Field Hockey team will play its Section III Semifinal match on Monday 10/23, and the team could use your support as they look to advance to the Section III finals! Go Blue!
Pictures from Modified Football's matchup with Canastota!
McConnellsville students and staff were glowing with their best orange outfits today! It's all part of an important cause called National Unity Day. Created by the National Bullying Prevention Center, Unity Day raises awareness and demonstrates a commitment toward creating a more positive school environment for all.
For more information, go to https://www.pacer.org/bullying/nbpm/unity-day.asp.
Mrs Griffo's class at CES recently experimented with pumpkins for a festive class lesson!
They scooped and sorted seeds into piles to count the amount they’d get from each pumpkin.
After reading, "How to Eat a Guava", Mrs. Paul's class at CES recently tried guavas for the first time. Then they wrote a paragraph about their experience using sensory details. Yummy!
What's your favorite fruit?
The Camden Boys Soccer team takes on Jamesville-Dewitt in a Section III Opening Round match tonight! Kickoff is set for 6 PM at J-D!
Go Blue!
Last week, Mrs. Dailey's class at CES celebrated the end of their fables and fairytales unit by having a flapjacks and flannel celebration!
On Friday, Camden Elementary School received a virtual visit from educational entertainer Jack Hartmann! Students got to sing and dance along while learning about respect and responsibility.
Parents/Guardians: Did you know that if you have a child currently enrolled in the District, you are eligible to receive a discount on your monthly internet bill and more?
Join us at Camden Elementary School on the evening of Thursday, October 19th for an informational meeting and registration event for the FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program!
As a Community Eligibility Provision School District for food service, our parents/guardians are automatically eligible to receive a discount through a participating provider. Many popular providers are participating. The program arranges for participants to receive up to $30 off your monthly bill.
Lauren Platt is our coordinator for this event. If you have questions or are unable to make next week's event, reach out to her at lplatt@camdencsd.org and she can point you in the right direction to get started.
While next week's sign-up event is for parents/guardians, you may still be able to qualify for this program through a variety of other criteria, even if you don't have a student with us right now.
The FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program website can tell you more about eligibility criteria besides the Community Eligibility Provision, and give you an idea on how you can get started. The website for the program is located at: https://www.fcc.gov/acp
