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Reminder! The PJ Drive will end next Wednesday, December 18th.

Celebrating Camden County Schools' 2024 CCRPI Success! 🎉 Exciting news! The 2024 College and Career Ready Performance Index (CCRPI) results are out, and Camden County Schools have once again demonstrated remarkable achievements! 📈 Key Highlights: Content Mastery: Consistency is key! Camden maintained steady scores across all grade bands compared to 2023. Elementary Excellence: Notable increases in Progress and Readiness components highlight the effectiveness of our strategies. Closing Gaps: While not including Math scores this year, this area sets a new baseline for future evaluations. State Comparisons: Camden schools shone brightly, outperforming state averages across most categories. School Achievements: Exceptional Content Mastery: 🎓 Scores above 90 at Kingsland, Mamie Lou Gross, Mary Lee Clark, and Woodbine Elementary. Perfect Progress: 🌟 St. Marys Elementary achieved a flawless 100.0 score! Closing Gaps Champions: 🏆 Kingsland and Woodbine Elementary each scored 100.0. Readiness Leaders: 🚀 Sugarmill, Matilda Harris, and Mary Lee Clark Elementary Schools scored above 89. Consistent Graduation Rates: 🎓 Camden County High School maintains its steady graduation rate. We are proud of our students, educators, and community for their dedication and excellence! Together, we continue to set benchmarks for educational success in Georgia. 🌟 #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #EducationalExcellence #CCRPI2024

We thought it might be fun to add some extra “PAWsome” fun to our ongoing Read-A-Thon. Throughout the entire month of December, we invite you to snap a pic of your student reading to their pet or favorite stuffed animal buddy. These adorable snapshots will be featured in the Media Center all month long and shared on our school Facebook page! This is a great way to showcase what our pets and students are reading! You may send your photos to: lmarkham@camden.k12.ga.us

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 Our annual School Holiday Shop is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Mark your calendars for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, December 10th, 11th, and 12th. The shop will be open from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm each day, offering an array of fun and festive items! To help your child budget for their shopping spree, we’ll be sending home money envelopes this week. This way, they can plan ahead and bring some cash along! Plus, on Monday, December 9th, students will have the chance to “window shop” and take a sneak peek at all the exciting items we have in store. We’re looking forward to a wonderful holiday season filled with joy and creativity. Happy shopping! 🎁✨

Don't forget! This Friday, December 6th is the last day to donate a coat or request a coat for your child. Original post with all the details: Dear parents & families, As the weather starts getting colder, student needs start to really stand out. There are many students living in Camden County that do not have the means to buy a coat. Coats for Kids in Camden County is collecting gently used and new coats in an effort to give a coat to every child in Camden County that needs one. If you would like to donate a coat to Coats for Kids in Camden County just drop it off at school. If you have a child that is in need of a coat, please, fill out the bottom of this form https://5il.co/3154k and return it to school with your child. We would like to have all donations to the school by DECEMBER 6th to be able to distribute them before Christmas break. If you have any questions please contact our school counselor, Mrs. Ellen Graw egraw@camden.k12.ga.us

We're excited to announce that our Read-A-Thon starts TODAY! This year we are hoping for 100% participation from our families. Please take a moment to activate your child’s personal reader page by clicking on the following link: https://www.read-a-thon.com/readers/r/323737373636 This year’s Read-A-Thon funds will go to support our One Read novel in January, fund our reward reading parties, and to add exciting new books to the school library collection. Donors Encourage Students. Students Read. Crooked River Elementary School Raises Funds. The top three classes with the most registered readers by the end of this week will win a Christmas Tree Cake Party for the whole class! Prizes will be rewarded throughout the fundraiser for students and classes with the most minutes read and most funds raised. Thank you so much for your participation and support. Together, we can make this Read-A-Thon an amazing experience for our young readers! Thank you, Crooked River Elementary School

🎉Camden County Schools is thrilled to announce the launch of our Parent Academy! 📚✨ The goal of this academy is to strengthen the home-school connection 🏠🏫. If you're interested in joining, please visit the application link below! ⬇️ 👉 Apply Now! http://bit.ly/CCSParentAcademy #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #ParentAcademy #HomeSchoolConnection #JoinUs

Parents, checkout the new math fluency initiative at CRES! Math Croc-Stars!

Join CRES as we partner with Scholastic Books to benefit the Pajama Program, a national nonprofit organization from November 18 - December 18. We are in need of NEW children (or women’s adult) sized pajamas. It can be a pajama set or a night gown. Children’s pajamas must be marked as pajamas to ensure they are flame resistant. For every donation raised Scholastic Books will donate a brand new book to benefit the children of the Pajama Program.

Kindergarten & PreK Parents - See image for details regarding the Alphabet Parade

The CRES Title I Compact is available on the CRES website here: https://5il.co/2xzqw Spanish: https://5il.co/2xzqx Vietnamese: https://5il.co/30qxa

🦃 Flock of Feathers Fundraiser 🦃 Hey Crooked River families! Get ready to flock together for a fantastic cause! Starting Wednesday, November 13, our school kicks off the Flock of Feathers Fundraiser—an exciting way to support our school while having a little feather-filled fun! 📅 Dates: November 13 to November 20 🕗 Time: 8:00 - 8:30 AM in the halls 💸 Cost: Feathers are $0.25 each or 5 for $1. Purchase feathers each morning and help fill up your grade’s turkey! The grade level with the most feathers by November 20 will win a sweet treat—an ice cream party! And that’s not all… their teacher will be “stuffed” into a turkey costume for the whole day! It’s a chance for students to see their teachers in a whole new (feathered!) light, so let’s pack those turkeys with feathers and cheer on our teachers. Help spread the word, rally your friends, and let’s fill those turkeys to the brim! 🦃 Let’s show our Crooked River spirit and make this fundraiser one to remember!

Dear Families, Get ready—the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! This is a great opportunity to connect with your child over the thrill of bringing home new books to dive into again and again. Studies show that kids read more when they choose books for themselves. Here’s everything you need to know about the Book Fair: Dates: October 28 – November 1st (Mon.-Thurs. 8:00-3:00; Friday 8:00-12:00) Location: Crooked River Elementary School Media Center There’s even more info on our school’s Book Fair homepage: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/crookedriverelemschool2 While you’re there, set up a Book Fair eWallet, the digital payment account that allows your child to shop for books at the Fair without cash. Then share your eWallet link so friends and extended family can add funds. When you fund an eWallet, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to a giving initiative called Share the Fair™. Your contributions directly support our students who need help buying books from the Fair. Many of us still remember the rush of finding the perfect book at a Scholastic Book Fair. I hope you’ll join your child at our school’s Fair and share a reading experience they’ll remember forever. Happy reading! PS: Need one more reason to visit the Book Fair? Every purchase at the Fair benefits our school!

A parent letter was recently sent home about the upcoming Vocabulary Parade. The parade is unequivocally one of the best events here at CRES! Please be thinking and planning what your child’s word will be and the coordinating costume! Be creative, the sky’s the limit! The parade will be held Thursday, October 24th at 9:00AM behind the school, and parents are welcome to attend. Below you can find digital links to the letter that explains all about our Vocab Parade, as well as just a few example photos from last year! Vocabulary Parade Parent Letter: https://5il.co/2yy0i Vocabulary Parade Planner: https://5il.co/2yy0l (this is optional)

And we're off! Today is day 1 of our Malcolm Mitchell READMarathon! Keep a record starting TODAY of ALL your student’s AT HOME reading MINUTES using the reading log that was sent home Friday (Reading Log: https://5il.co/2y8qe) #malcolmmitchell #readmarathon On your mark, get set, READ!!!

Happy National Principals Month! 🎉 Let's take a moment to appreciate the incredible leaders who shape our schools and inspire both students and staff every day. Principals are the backbone of our educational system, tirelessly working to create a safe, nurturing, and effective learning environment. Their dedication, passion, and commitment help pave the way for future generations to succeed. Share your stories and shoutouts to the amazing principals who have made a difference in your life! 🍎📚 #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden #NationalPrincipalsMonth #EducationHeroes #ThankYouPrincipals

Many families lost power for significant amounts of time during Hurricane Helene. This caused major food loss for those families. The River wants to provide support to those families in need that may experience hardship in replenishing their groceries. The River asks for your help to “Fill the Fridge”. If you would like to participate, you may purchase gift cards from either Publix or Winn-Dixie in $10 increments. This will allow easy distribution to those who are in need. You may send the gift cards in your child’s take home folders and/or drop them off in the “Fill the Fridge” box that will be walked around during car rider drop off. We are accepting gift card donations until October 8th. We thank you for your support and look forward to helping those who need it most.

School Closures in Response to Hurricane Helene Due to the potential for high winds, heavy rainfall and flooding associated with Hurricane Helene over the next two days, and with guidance from the National Weather Service and Camden Emergency Management Agency, Camden County Schools will close all schools Thursday, September 26, 2024, and Friday, September 27, 2024, for all staff and students. The safety of our students, employees, and their families will always be our first priority. In any emergency, it is critical for parents and students to rely on accurate, timely information directly from the school system or local and state officials. All official announcements regarding schools will be made on the Camden County Schools website, Facebook and Instagram pages, through the Camden County Schools app, on local radio stations – KBAY 106.3 and WECC 89.3, and on the Tribune and Georgian website. Please check one or more of these sources for updates regarding future decisions. We wish everyone the best as you prepare for the storm and make plans to ensure the safety of your families. Thank you for your patience during this time.

Good morning Rockstar Families, We are rescheduling our Family Meeting Night to next week. It will be Thursday, October 3rd. We are excited to have you in our school and to have great discussions about academics, attendance and behavior. This will be easier for you to plan and commit to without the added worry about what is going to happen with the storm that may impact us to some degree. I have not received any information about schools closing due to the impact of the storm at this time. We just want to move to a night that does not have the added stress of bad weather. Thanks for your understanding and we are excited to see you next week!

🌟 Happy World School Milk Day! 🥛📚 Today, we celebrate the nutritional powerhouse that is milk and its incredible benefits for students around the globe! 🌍✨ Milk provides essential nutrients like calcium, vitamin D, and protein, which are crucial for growing minds and bodies. Supporting milk programs in schools ensures that every student gets the nourishment they need to thrive academically and physically. Join us in raising a glass of milk to healthier, happier, and more successful students everywhere. Cheers to growth, learning, and the power of good nutrition! #WorldSchoolMilkDay #HealthyBodiesHealthyMinds #SchoolNutrition #StrongKidsStrongFuture #BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden