There will be a bus at the SMES bus port each morning this week at 8:00 AM to transport our walkers from SMES to the College of Coastal Georgia Camden Campus.
The bus will depart promptly at 8:15 AM, and the approximate return time to the SMES bus port will be 4:00 PM.
Our SMES regular buses will run as close to the normal schedule as possible, picking up/dropping off our students at their regular bus stops and delivering/picking up students at the College of Coastal Georgia.
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions,
Mrs. Cobb
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 13, 2026
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Temporary Relocation Notice for St. Marys Elementary School (January 14–16)
Camden County Schools continues to work closely with licensed wildlife and facilities professionals at St. Marys Elementary School to address the presence of bats on campus. Based on their assessment, additional time is needed to fully complete the removal process, seal affected areas of the building, and conduct thorough cleaning and sanitation to ensure the campus is safe for students and staff.
As a result, St. Marys Elementary School will temporarily relocate from January 14–16 to the College of Coastal Georgia, located at 8001 Lakes Boulevard in Kingsland.
Bus transportation will be provided for students who currently ride the bus. Students who typically walk to school will be transported to and from St. Marys Elementary School and the College of Coastal Georgia. School hours will remain the same. Morning EDP will not be available; however, after-school EDP will be offered. Breakfast and lunch will be served, and recess will be scheduled for all students.
Students who do not attend school during this temporary relocation will receive an excused absence. Make-up work will be provided upon students’ return following the holiday weekend on Tuesday, January 20.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our top priority. We apologize for any inconvenience this situation may cause and appreciate the patience and understanding of our families as we work to ensure a safe learning environment.
We extend our sincere gratitude to the College of Coastal Georgia for graciously offering their space during this time. We also thank Coastal Pines Technical College for their willingness to provide support if needed. Their partnership and cooperation are greatly appreciated.
Additional updates will be shared by school administration as appropriate. Please contact the school office administration via email if you have any questions. Email addresses can be found at the following link:
https://smes.camden.k12.ga.us/o/smes/page/administration
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 12, 2026
St. Marys Elementary School Will Remain Closed Tomorrow, January 13, 2026
Licensed professionals will be on site to complete the humane removal of the bats, seal affected areas of the building, and conduct a comprehensive cleaning and sanitation process. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources and the Department of Public Health have been consulted and are providing guidance to ensure all health, safety, and environmental protocols are followed.
There is no immediate danger to students or staff. The temporary closure is a precautionary measure to allow the remediation work to be completed thoroughly and safely.
School officials anticipate that St. Marys Elementary School will reopen as scheduled the following day. Families and staff will be notified promptly should there be any changes.
Good Morning SMES Parents/Guardians,
Happy New Year! Beginning today, January 6th, our last student check-outs will be at 3:00 p.m. It is vital that students remain in class, as instruction continues until 3:15 p.m. Every minute of instructional time matters, and being present through the end of the day ensures students receive the full benefit of learning with their teachers. I appreciate your support in helping us protect instructional time for all students.
As a reminder, when your child is absent, please send in a written note or doctor’s excuse upon their return to school. If submitting a written note, it must clearly state the reason for the absence. To ensure the note is received and turned in to the front office, I encourage you to also follow up with a message to your child’s teacher letting them know the note has been placed in your child’s folder. Your support and partnership in maintaining accurate attendance records are greatly appreciated.
We are looking forward to a successful 2nd semester,
Mrs. Cobb
January Dates to Remember:
9: Progress Reports come Home
13: Huey Magoo's Spirit Night
15: Dental Van at SMES
19: MLK Holiday
23: Kona Ice
29: SMES Family Engagement Night: Winter Wonderland
To learn more about the Pre-K Lottery and eligibility requirements, please visit: https://www.camden.k12.ga.us/o/ccsd/page/pre-k-parents
#BElieveinCAMDEN #WeAreCamden
SMES! Just a reminder that Kona Ice is coming tomorrow! 🍧
Students can purchase a small Kona Ice for $3 or a color-changing cup for $6. If your child already has a Kona Ice cup, refills are $4.
Please send money with your child if they’d like to participate!
- Our dress-up days next week are:
o Grinch Day, Monday, Dec. 15
o Elf Day, Wednesday, Dec. 17th
o PJ Day, Friday, Dec. 19th
- Dec. 19th is our Early Release Day: 12:00: Walkers, 12:05: Car Riders, 12:15: Buses
- All lost and found jackets will be donated after Friday, Dec. 19th.
Mrs. Cobb
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
➡️ Important: You must have a completed and cleared background check before attending the training.
Good Evening SMES, we are looking forward to hosting our Thanksgiving luncheon for grades 3-5 tomorrow, Nov. 13th. The times are as follows:
3rd : 12:05-12:35
4th: 12:40-1:10
5th: 1:15-1:45
5th 1:15 to 1:45
*Please sit with your student at their assigned teacher table.
Good Evening SMES, we are looking forward to hosting our Thanksgiving luncheon for grades 3-5 tomorrow, Nov. 13th. The times are as follows: 3rd : 12:05-12:35, 12:40-1:10, 1:15-1:45
5th 1:10 to 1:35. Please sit with your student at their assigned teacher table.
We look forward to honoring our heroes together! ❤️🤍💙