"Empathy is about listening to and understanding another person’s perspective or feelings. We may not always agree with someone else’s perspective, but we can show our friends respect by listening to them when they share their perspectives." - Capturing Kids Heart
Benton County Schools will be closing at 12:30 PM on Wednesday, September 20 in observation of the funeral of School Board member Mr. Robert Thompson.
The soft lockdown has been cleared due to the fast actions of the Natural Gas company.
For purely precautionary measures, all Camden schools are going into a soft lockdown. There is a natural gas leak off campus that is causing some unpleasant smell in the area.
Camden Bus 9 is running about 30 minutes late due to mechanical problems.
Just a quick reminder that the parent-teacher conferences for Camden Central High School are tonight and Tuesday, September 12, from 4-7 PM on both nights. For those with kiddos in grades K-8, their PTC will be on Thursday, October 19, and Tuesday, October 24. Hope to see you there!
Check out the September activities list for Benton County Schools on the app under the DOCUMENTS section.
If you or your family are enrolled in TennCare, make sure to complete this year's renewal requirements. Follow the QR code on the attached graphic or visit https://tenncareconnect.tn.gov/. Have a great day!
Friday night's tickets for the football game at JCM will be available only through GoFan.com.
Due to the forecast of extreme heat, the car wash sponsored by the CHS cheerleaders for Saturday, August 26 has been canceled.
Due to extreme heat concerns, the football game tonight has been moved to 8PM. Go Lions!!
You can use the following URL for a copy of the agenda.
https://www.bentoncountyschools.org/page/board-of-education
Or check out the app under Benton County Schools Documents.
Benton County is under a Excessive Heat Warning thru Friday. We have contacted some of our partners to open up cooling centers.
Big Sandy Senior Citizen Center will be open during normal hours and they will leave a phone number on the door if someone needs a place to cool for awhile.
Camden Senior Citizen Center will be open during normal hours Today and Friday, they will be closed on Thursday.
Camden Police Department will host a cooling center, just contact the dispatcher on duty.
Holladay Church of Christ will be available, just call Wayne Holladay at 731-234-2607.
For additional contact the Benton County EMA at 731-468-4011.
Come out and meet the Lions on Thursday, August 3, 2023, starting at 6 PM on Wright Field. See image for order of events. Go Lions!
Come down to First Baptist Church in Camden for a FREE Shopping Mall event! Families with children in grades PreK-12 are welcome to join us on Sunday, July 23, from 4 PM to 6 PM at the church building. You'll have the opportunity to pick up clothes, backpacks, hygiene products, receive free haircuts, and take home some food boxes. We can't wait to see you there!
Hello there! Have you heard the exciting news? The Benton County Health Clinic is now open and ready to help Benton County School Students with all their health needs. They're even offering booster shots for all 7th graders and vaccines for kindergarteners! Plus, they can do physicals too. To book an appointment, you can give them a call at 731.325.5231. Let's all work towards a healthier and happier future together!
This is a reminder that all student-athletes will be drug tested on Monday, July 17, from 9 AM through 11:30 AM. The screening will take place in the CHS Gym.
Benton County Schools is seeking a health science teacher for grades 9-12 at Camden Central High School to start a new nursing program. A registered nurse is recommended for the position.
Applications will be accepted until July 25, or the position is filled.
Attention Benton County students entering 9th grade! An informative event awaits you starting at 9 am and ending by 11 am. It's informal yet highly educational, allowing you to ask questions, view your schedules, tour the school, and engage with upperclassmen. Plus, there's a chance to win exciting prizes! Don't miss out.
You can now access the updated K-8 School Supply list by visiting the DOCUMENTS section. Make sure to check it out along with other essential information available there.