We are one week away from the Camden Elementary PTO's Color Blast 5K and Fun Run!
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11 days ago, Public Relations
Camden Color Blast - Saturday, May 30th
Voting on the 2026-27 proposed budget, Board of Education Elections, and an additional proposition regarding vehicle purchases will take place today, Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, at Camden High School in Room 302. Room 302 is adjacent to the auditorium. Please enter through the front or rear entrance doors closest to the auditorium and proceed into the lobby area.

Poll hours are Noon until 9 PM.

More Information: https://www.camdenschools.org/page/business-office-budget-2026-27



15 days ago, Public Relations
Voting on the 2026-27 Proposed Budget in the Camden Central School District will take place today, Tuesday, May 19th, from Noon to 9 PM at Camden High School
A qualified voter is one who is:  (1) a citizen of the United States of America,  (2) eighteen years of age or older,  (3) resident within the School District for a period of thirty (30) days preceding the annual vote and election, and  4) not otherwise disqualified to vote by applicable law.   The School District may require that all persons offering to vote at the budget vote and election provide one form of proof of residency pursuant to Education Law Section 2018-c. Such form may include a driver’s license, a non-driver’s identification card, a utility bill, or a voter registration card. Upon offer of proof of residency, the School District may also require that all persons offering to vote provide their signature, printed name and address.  Apartment dwellers who meet these qualifications are eligible. No prior registration is required and residents do not have to be registered voters. (Education Law § 2012)
Proposition No. 1: The Budget for the 2026-2027 school year. Shall the Board of Education of the Camden Central School District be authorized to appropriate and expend an amount not to exceed $59,838,634 for general purposes for the school year 2026-2027, and to levy a tax on the taxable real property of the school district as provided by law?
 Proposition No. 2: The Acquisition of Gas Buses and Student Transport Vehicles, which shall appear as follows:  “Shall the Board of Education of the Camden Central School District be authorized to purchase and finance four (4) 65-passenger gasoline buses and two (2) 8-passenger minivans, including necessary furnishings, fixtures and equipment and all other costs incidental thereto, and expend a total sum not to exceed $770,000, which is estimated to be the total maximum cost thereof, and said amount, or so much thereof as may be necessary, be raised by the levy of a tax upon the taxable property of said School District and collected in annual installments as provided by Section 416 of the Education Law; and, in anticipation of such tax, obligations of said School District, in the principal amount not to exceed $770,000, be issued?
The election of Board of Education members as follows:  Elect three members to the Board of Education of the Camden Central School District for “at-large” vacancies, all with three-year terms ending on June 30th, 2029. Positions are “at-large” positions; therefore, the nominating petitions shall not describe any specific vacancy on the Board. The three candidates that receive the greatest number of votes will fill the seats whose terms end June 30, 2026.  The following candidates have met the petitioning requirements to appear on the ballot. Following a random draw, it has been determined that they will appear in the following order:  1. Scott Collins 2. Misty Portner 3. Ashley Hurd  Space for write-in candidates will also be made available on the ballot.

From teaching the basics, to more advanced skills, to organizing what many of you saw last night, and most importantly giving every child the power to create something memorable, this is the group that makes it all happen! Please join us in congratulating our awesome CCSD Art Department on another successful District Art Show!

20 days ago, Public Relations
Art Teachers at the 2026 District Art Show
We couldn't think of a better way to kick off District Art Show week!
A few months ago, Miss Stone's second grade students were given a piece of paper and told to draw a monster of their own design. Those drawings were brought to the Camden High School ceramics class, where Miss Archibee had her students bring the work to life as clay sculptures!
On Monday, the second grade students had the opportunity to see the finished product they will be taking home soon. But first, the sculptures are going on display at Wednesday's District-Wide Art Show!
23 days ago, Public Relations
Second Grade Student with His Sculpture
High School Student Delivering Sculpture to Second Grader
Second Grade Student with His Sculpture
High School Student Delivering Sculpture to Second Grader
Group Photo
The District Art Show is coming up this Wednesday!
23 days ago, Public Relations
District-Wide Art Show at CHS on Wednesday May 13th 2026 from 6 to 8 PM
We are ONE WEEK AWAY from the District-Wide Art Show!
28 days ago, Public Relations
Art Show 2026
Camden Elementary's Bingo for Books event was a great way to cap off Thursday evening! All students walked away with a free book in hand, and there were plenty of fantastic prizes as well!
about 1 month ago, Public Relations
Families Playing at Book Bingo
Families Playing at Book Bingo
Families Playing at Book Bingo
Families Playing at Book Bingo
Student at Book Bingo
In May, the "Let's Play" two-year-old program will once again have two sessions, to be held on Tuesday, May 12th, and Thursday, May 13th. Each session will begin at 10 AM.

Offered in partnership with Family School Navigation (Formerly Ready 4 Kindergarten), the “Let’s Play” program is a free monthly program for two-year-olds and their families. It consists of a monthly one-hour block of play-based learning and socialization with parent/guardian involvement. It is offered with the aim of progressing into the “Look at Me, I’m Three!” program for the following year, and creating a two year skill development on-ramp into Pre-K programming.
To be eligible for this program, a student must reside in the Camden Central School District, and must have reached the age of two on or before December 1st, 2025.

RSVPs are required each month. Spots are limited, and will be on a first-contact, first-serve basis. Early RSVPs are also more likely to get their preferred day to attend. To reserve your spot, or if you have questions, contact our Family School Navigator, Patti Ferretti, at 315-245-2616, extension 5200, or at pferretti@camdencsd.org.
about 1 month ago, Public Relations
Let's Play Program - May 2026
Our principals help create a "World Wide Web" of opportunities for our students! Happy National Principals' Day!
about 1 month ago, Public Relations
Pictures of our Principals and a brief Principals' Day Message on a background reminiscent of an early 2000s computer operating system.

No winter clothes needed for recess today - With temperatures reaching the mid-70s today, it was an almost picture-perfect day to get out and play at CES!

about 2 months ago, Public Relations
CES Students on Playground During Recess - Jungle Gym
CES Students on Playground During Recess - Shooting Baskets
CES Students on Playground During Recess - Jungle Gym
CES Students on Playground During Recess - Student on a large red slide
CES Students on Playground During Recess - Student on a large red slide
The April meeting of "Look at Me, I'm Three" is set for Wednesday, April 15th at 5:30 PM and will be held at Camden Elementary School!

This program is a free monthly Pre-K prep program for students eligible to enroll in Pre-K for the 2026-2027 school year.

To participate, a child must have reached the age of three years old on or before December 1st, 2025.
The program runs for approximately 45 minutes , and includes a reading activity, craft activity, snack, and more.

Contact our Family School Navigator and program director, Patti Ferretti, to reserve your spot for this month's program.

You can also contact her with questions at (315) 245-2616, Ext. 5200, or pferretti@camdencsd.org.

These opportunities are presented in partnership with Family School Navigation, formerly known as Ready 4 Kindergarten!
about 2 months ago, Public Relations
Look At Me, I'm Three
He said he'd be back, and on Thursday, Mr. Ferretti made good on that promise!
2 months ago, Public Relations
Mr. Ferretti
Wednesday night marked the latest edition of the Camden Elementary School Discovery Expo! Students were eager to show off their research projects to a wide audience about a variety of topics including a K'Nex Rube Goldberg machine, homemade Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots, some of the most famous Scottish Terriers from history, scouting, science demonstrations, and even a live horse!
2 months ago, Public Relations
Rock Em Sock Em Robots Exhibit at 2026 CES Discovery Expo
Soccer Exhibit at 2026 CES Discovery Expo
Scouting Exhibit at 2026 CES Discovery Expo
Sink or Float Exhibit at 2026 CES Discovery Expo
Pineapple Exhibit at 2026 CES Discovery Expo
Student Petting A Horse  at 2026 CES Discovery Expo
Waylon With Scottish Terrier Exhibit at 2026 CES Discovery Expo
Wyatt with Scottish Terrier Exhibit at 2026 CES Discovery Expo
Student With Pelican Exhibit at 2026 CES Discovery Expo
Student with Sports Ball Composition Exhibit at 2026 CES Discovery Expo
Mrs. Riegler's kindergarten class enjoyed an egg hunt today at Camden Elementary!
2 months ago, Public Relations
Riegler's Class Egg Hunt at CES
Riegler's Class Egg Hunt at CES
Riegler's Class Egg Hunt at CES
Riegler's Class Egg Hunt at CES
Riegler's Class Egg Hunt at CES
It's pretty funny when you have a room full of bunnies! It was a hop-py morning in Mrs. Cochran's first grade class! You could say they had quite an.... Egg-stravaganza.
2 months ago, Public Relations
Cochran Class Dressed as Easter Bunnies
Cochran Class Dressed as Easter Bunnies
The April meeting of "Look at Me, I'm Three" is set for Wednesday, April 15th at 5:30 PM and will be held at Camden Elementary School!

This program is a free monthly Pre-K prep program for students eligible to enroll in Pre-K for the 2026-2027 school year.

To participate, a child must have reached the age of three years old on or before December 1st, 2025.
The program runs for approximately 45 minutes , and includes a reading activity, craft activity, snack, and more.

Contact our Family School Navigator and program director, Patti Ferretti, to reserve your spot for this month's program.

You can also contact her with questions at (315) 245-2616, Ext. 5200, or pferretti@camdencsd.org.

These opportunities are presented in partnership with Family School Navigation, formerly known as Ready 4 Kindergarten!
2 months ago, Public Relations
Look At Me, I'm Three
Class is back in session with Professor K! At Thursday's Title I Reading Extravaganza, our students and families were treated to a science demo by the one and only Mr. Steven Keller!
2 months ago, Public Relations
Class is back in session with Professor K! 

At Thursday's Title I Reading Extravaganza, our students and families were treated to a science demo by the one and only Mr. Steven Keller!
On Wednesday, the Camden Elementary School Community gathered for the annual "Very Important Person" Dance.

The event is an opportunity for CES students to bring someone important in their life (parent/guardian, grandparent, sibling, etc.) for a night of fun and dancing in the CHS Cafeteria, with music provided by DJ Gary Johnson!

We were hoping to have this back in February, but Mother Nature had other plans. It's safe to say it was worth the wait!
2 months ago, Public Relations
CES Very Important Person Dance
CES Very Important Person Dance
CES Very Important Person Dance
CES Very Important Person Dance
CES Very Important Person Dance
CES Very Important Person Dance
Join the Camden Elementary School Community on Wednesday, April 1st for the annual CES Discovery Expo! This is far from your ordinary science fair - students are preparing exhibits on all kinds of interesting topics, and they can't wait to show you!

The event runs from 5:30 to 6:30 PM on Wednesday at Camden Elementary School - Don't Miss It!
2 months ago, Public Relations
Join the Camden Elementary School Community on Wednesday, April 1st for the annual CES Discovery Expo! This is far from your ordinary science fair - students are preparing exhibits on all kinds of interesting topics, and they can't wait to show you!  The event runs from 5:30 to 6:30 PM on Wednesday at Camden Elementary School - Don't Miss It!