Volunteer Background Check Reminder!
Planning to volunteer with Camden County Schools? To help ensure the safety of all students and staff, a background check is required for all parents and guardians.
⏳ Processing time is up to two weeks, so planning ahead is encouraged.
📅 A new background check is required each school year, regardless of when the previous check was completed.
Learn more and get started here:
https://www.camden.k12.ga.us/page/school-safety
#BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden
Planning to volunteer with Camden County Schools? To help ensure the safety of all students and staff, a background check is required for all parents and guardians.
⏳ Processing time is up to two weeks, so planning ahead is encouraged.
📅 A new background check is required each school year, regardless of when the previous check was completed.
Learn more and get started here:
https://www.camden.k12.ga.us/page/school-safety
#BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden
Due to downed power lines on Highway 40 near Exit 3, transportation routes may experience delays.
We appreciate your patience as we work to ensure the safety of our students and staff and apologize for any inconvenience.
Updates will be provided as they become available.
📣 Attention Camden Families!
Please review the Early Release Schedule for Friday, March 27, 2026:
High School
• Start Time: 7:25 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: Sack lunches
• Dismissal: 11:00 AM
Middle Schools
• Start Time: 7:30 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: Sack lunches
• Dismissal: 11:15 AM
Elementary Schools
• Start Time: 8:30 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: 10:45 AM–12:00 PM
• Dismissal: 12:15 PM
Transportation will run according to the early release schedule.
EDP will be available for previously enrolled students with prepayment.
#BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden
Please review the Early Release Schedule for Friday, March 27, 2026:
High School
• Start Time: 7:25 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: Sack lunches
• Dismissal: 11:00 AM
Middle Schools
• Start Time: 7:30 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: Sack lunches
• Dismissal: 11:15 AM
Elementary Schools
• Start Time: 8:30 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: 10:45 AM–12:00 PM
• Dismissal: 12:15 PM
Transportation will run according to the early release schedule.
EDP will be available for previously enrolled students with prepayment.
#BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden
Does your child have an IEP? Make your voice heard!
Georgia families raising a student with a disability are encouraged to complete the 2026 Annual Parent Involvement Survey. Your feedback helps improve services and support for students and families.
🎁 Bonus: When you complete the survey, you can be entered to win a summer gift basket!
To enter the drawing:
1️⃣ Complete the survey
2️⃣ Send a screenshot of your completed survey with your name to our Parent Mentor, Diane Foster
You can submit your screenshot by:
📧 Email: dfoster@camden.k12.ga.us
📱 Text: (912) 676-0275
⏰ All entries must be submitted by May 1, 2026.
The survey is available online in English and Spanish.
Georgia families raising a student with a disability are encouraged to complete the 2026 Annual Parent Involvement Survey. Your feedback helps improve services and support for students and families.
🎁 Bonus: When you complete the survey, you can be entered to win a summer gift basket!
To enter the drawing:
1️⃣ Complete the survey
2️⃣ Send a screenshot of your completed survey with your name to our Parent Mentor, Diane Foster
You can submit your screenshot by:
📧 Email: dfoster@camden.k12.ga.us
📱 Text: (912) 676-0275
⏰ All entries must be submitted by May 1, 2026.
The survey is available online in English and Spanish.
📣 Attention Camden Families!
Please review the Early Release Schedule for Friday, March 27, 2026:
High School
• Start Time: 7:25 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: Sack lunches
• Dismissal: 11:00 AM
Middle Schools
• Start Time: 7:30 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: Sack lunches
• Dismissal: 11:15 AM
Elementary Schools
• Start Time: 8:30 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: 10:45 AM–12:00 PM
• Dismissal: 12:15 PM
Transportation will run according to the early release schedule.
EDP will be available for previously enrolled students with prepayment.
#BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden
Please review the Early Release Schedule for Friday, March 27, 2026:
High School
• Start Time: 7:25 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: Sack lunches
• Dismissal: 11:00 AM
Middle Schools
• Start Time: 7:30 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: Sack lunches
• Dismissal: 11:15 AM
Elementary Schools
• Start Time: 8:30 AM (unchanged)
• Lunch: 10:45 AM–12:00 PM
• Dismissal: 12:15 PM
Transportation will run according to the early release schedule.
EDP will be available for previously enrolled students with prepayment.
#BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden
Due to the delayed dismissal at Camden County High School and the middle schools, transportation will be delayed this afternoon.
We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience. The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority as we monitor weather conditions.
SMES families, due to the weather, if your child is an afternoon walker, please come to the front office to check them out or join the car rider line for dismissal. Tutoring for Grades 3-5 has also been cancelled for the afternoon. Thank you for helping us keep our students safe.
Due to inclement weather, dismissal and transportation may be delayed. We appreciate your patience as we work to ensure the safety of our students and staff, and we apologize for any inconvenience. Updates will be provided as they become available.
Does your child have an IEP? Make your voice heard!
Georgia families raising a student with a disability are encouraged to complete the 2026 Annual Parent Involvement Survey. Your feedback helps improve services and support for students and families.
🎁 Bonus: When you complete the survey, you can be entered to win a summer gift basket!
To enter the drawing:
1️⃣ Complete the survey
2️⃣ Send a screenshot of your completed survey with your name to our Parent Mentor, Diane Foster
You can submit your screenshot by:
📧 Email: dfoster@camden.k12.ga.us
📱 Text: (912) 676-0275
⏰ All entries must be submitted by May 1, 2026.
The survey is available online in English and Spanish.
Georgia families raising a student with a disability are encouraged to complete the 2026 Annual Parent Involvement Survey. Your feedback helps improve services and support for students and families.
🎁 Bonus: When you complete the survey, you can be entered to win a summer gift basket!
To enter the drawing:
1️⃣ Complete the survey
2️⃣ Send a screenshot of your completed survey with your name to our Parent Mentor, Diane Foster
You can submit your screenshot by:
📧 Email: dfoster@camden.k12.ga.us
📱 Text: (912) 676-0275
⏰ All entries must be submitted by May 1, 2026.
The survey is available online in English and Spanish.
📢 Reminder for Camden County Families!
Schools will be closed on Monday, March 9, for a scheduled teacher workday. We’ll welcome students back on Tuesday, March 10!
#BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden
Good afternoon, SMES families! Just a friendly reminder that Monday, March 9th is a Teacher Workday, so students will not have school. Have a wonderful weekend! 😊
Attention 5th Grade Families! 🎶
Does your rising 6th grader want to join Band at Camden Middle School or St. Marys Middle School? Band students learn a musical instrument, build confidence, and make friendships that last for years. There’s an instrument for everyone!
Ready to register? 👉 Scan the QR code or follow the link below for the school your student will attend next year.
CMS 6th Grade Band Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczM5jt3bzdaAJcvjhmjt5Pyn0qOPsJEAlxmKXFz7GisB-Zxw/viewform
SMMS 6th Grade Band Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXqfmWsLXncgs-Vk-RAdURIE2GH5b7d9nLfFvSbgfTeLMVUA/viewform
Have questions about the CMS or SMMS Band Programs? Mr. Puckett, Mr. Slone, and Mr. Berman are happy to help! Just send them an email.
Daniel Puckett, CMS Band Director
jpuckett@camden.k12.ga.us
Daniel Slone, SMMS Band Director
dslone@camden.k12.ga.us
Sam Berman , CMS/SMMS Assistant Band Director
sberman@camden.k12.ga.us
Does your rising 6th grader want to join Band at Camden Middle School or St. Marys Middle School? Band students learn a musical instrument, build confidence, and make friendships that last for years. There’s an instrument for everyone!
Ready to register? 👉 Scan the QR code or follow the link below for the school your student will attend next year.
CMS 6th Grade Band Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSczM5jt3bzdaAJcvjhmjt5Pyn0qOPsJEAlxmKXFz7GisB-Zxw/viewform
SMMS 6th Grade Band Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXqfmWsLXncgs-Vk-RAdURIE2GH5b7d9nLfFvSbgfTeLMVUA/viewform
Have questions about the CMS or SMMS Band Programs? Mr. Puckett, Mr. Slone, and Mr. Berman are happy to help! Just send them an email.
Daniel Puckett, CMS Band Director
jpuckett@camden.k12.ga.us
Daniel Slone, SMMS Band Director
dslone@camden.k12.ga.us
Sam Berman , CMS/SMMS Assistant Band Director
sberman@camden.k12.ga.us
Dear Parents and Families,
We are inviting you to participate in the Georgia School Climate Survey. Your feedback is extremely important to us and plays a vital role in helping us understand how our families feel about our school’s learning environment, safety, communication, and overall climate.
The survey is part of the Georgia Department of Education initiative to gather input from students, staff, and families across the state. Your responses are confidential and will be used to help us celebrate our strengths and identify areas where we can continue to grow and improve.
We truly value your partnership and want every family’s voice to be heard. The survey only takes a few minutes to complete, but the impact of your feedback makes a lasting difference for our students.
Please take a moment to complete the survey using the link below:
https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=B30F780A
Thank you for your continued support and for being an important part of our school community.
With appreciation,
Sykora Cobb
SMES Principal
We are inviting you to participate in the Georgia School Climate Survey. Your feedback is extremely important to us and plays a vital role in helping us understand how our families feel about our school’s learning environment, safety, communication, and overall climate.
The survey is part of the Georgia Department of Education initiative to gather input from students, staff, and families across the state. Your responses are confidential and will be used to help us celebrate our strengths and identify areas where we can continue to grow and improve.
We truly value your partnership and want every family’s voice to be heard. The survey only takes a few minutes to complete, but the impact of your feedback makes a lasting difference for our students.
Please take a moment to complete the survey using the link below:
https://survey.gadoe.org/FM?sid=B30F780A
Thank you for your continued support and for being an important part of our school community.
With appreciation,
Sykora Cobb
SMES Principal
📚✨ SMES Read Across America Week Dress-Up Reminder! ✨
👕 Monday: Favorite Outfit
🎀 Tuesday: Bows, Ties, or Bowtie
🎨 Wednesday: Favorite Color
🐆 Thursday: Animal Print
🎓 Friday: College or Destination Attire
Due to reported fires in the area, bus routes may experience delays. We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience.
Good evening, SMES families. We are excited to return to our school building soon!
Review and Practice Packets are available at the CCGA for pick-up from 9:00 AM-2:00 PM this coming Monday-Wednesday. These packets are student work that can provide practice if your child has not attended CCGA during our time off campus.
Timeline for Returning:
- Monday-Wednesday: SMES students & staff will continue to be at CCGA
- Thursday- Friday: Students will participate in distance (remote) learning from home. Students will receive assignments prior to leaving school on Wednesday (these packets are separate from the ones above). During these two days, teachers and staff will be on-site preparing classrooms and instructional spaces for students’ return.
- Students will return to in-person instruction at St. Marys Elementary.
Welcome back, students to SMES on Monday, February 9, and attendance is required at that time.
As always, please feel free to email or call me with any questions.
Mrs. Cobb
Review and Practice Packets are available at the CCGA for pick-up from 9:00 AM-2:00 PM this coming Monday-Wednesday. These packets are student work that can provide practice if your child has not attended CCGA during our time off campus.
Timeline for Returning:
- Monday-Wednesday: SMES students & staff will continue to be at CCGA
- Thursday- Friday: Students will participate in distance (remote) learning from home. Students will receive assignments prior to leaving school on Wednesday (these packets are separate from the ones above). During these two days, teachers and staff will be on-site preparing classrooms and instructional spaces for students’ return.
- Students will return to in-person instruction at St. Marys Elementary.
Welcome back, students to SMES on Monday, February 9, and attendance is required at that time.
As always, please feel free to email or call me with any questions.
Mrs. Cobb
Good evening SMES Families,
I apologize for any confusion or frustration that was caused by today’s incident. To my knowledge, two workers (contractors working across from the high school) argued at Dollar General. It was reported to the police that one was carrying a weapon on his hip. Due to increased law enforcement presence on Wildcat Drive, CHS, CMS, and the Coastal College of Georgia were placed on lockdown to limit movement in the area. We did not have internet access for most of the day due to an AWS issue. The general message was sent from my phone to inform parents that there was no on-campus school threat. Law enforcement provided limited information during the incident, so specifics were not shared with parents.
Please contact Chief Knight for any additional details; she can clarify or provide more information if I have misspoken. Mrs. Cobb may also be contacted, who can provide details and clarity about the specific steps that were taken on the CCGA campus for students and staff.
I sincerely apologize for the limited information provided, but assure you our SMES students were never in danger at the college.
Respectfully,
Tracolya Green, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Camden County Schools
I apologize for any confusion or frustration that was caused by today’s incident. To my knowledge, two workers (contractors working across from the high school) argued at Dollar General. It was reported to the police that one was carrying a weapon on his hip. Due to increased law enforcement presence on Wildcat Drive, CHS, CMS, and the Coastal College of Georgia were placed on lockdown to limit movement in the area. We did not have internet access for most of the day due to an AWS issue. The general message was sent from my phone to inform parents that there was no on-campus school threat. Law enforcement provided limited information during the incident, so specifics were not shared with parents.
Please contact Chief Knight for any additional details; she can clarify or provide more information if I have misspoken. Mrs. Cobb may also be contacted, who can provide details and clarity about the specific steps that were taken on the CCGA campus for students and staff.
I sincerely apologize for the limited information provided, but assure you our SMES students were never in danger at the college.
Respectfully,
Tracolya Green, Ed.D.
Superintendent
Camden County Schools
Good Morning SMES! ☀️
For PM transportation changes, please contact our front office directly at 912-882-4839 or send in a written note with your child.
Messaging your child’s teacher is a courtesy, but it will not be accepted as the official transportation change.
For PM transportation changes, please contact our front office directly at 912-882-4839 or send in a written note with your child.
Messaging your child’s teacher is a courtesy, but it will not be accepted as the official transportation change.
SMES morning EDP program will begin at Sugarmill Elementary on Monday, January 26th. Bus transportation from Sugarmill Elementary to the College of Coastal Georgia will be provided, along with breakfast.
SMES PM EDP will continue at the College of Coastal Georgia.
SMES PM EDP will continue at the College of Coastal Georgia.
Camden County Schools will host a virtual meeting on Monday, January 26, at 11:00 a.m., featuring Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Biologist Trina Morris, who is the bat conversation lead with the State. She will provide information about bats and the remediation process with families. A link to the meeting will be sent directly to St. Marys Elementary School families via text and email.
