Dear Families and Staff,
Earlier today, Camden Central High School administration was made aware of a potential verbal threat to school safety. Law enforcement are currently investigating the report. Based on their investigation a verbal threat was made by a student, but it's been determined that there is not an imminent threat to school safety.
A new Tennessee law requires school districts to notify families whenever law enforcement is contacted in connection with a potential school threat.
The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. We encourage everyone in our
community to continue reporting any concerns they may have. If you see or hear something that could represent a safety issue, please speak up.
We will communicate with you if additional information becomes available. In the meantime,
thank you for your attention to this update.
Sincerely,
Mark Florence, Director of Schools
More Fun on the Farm at Holladay School. Click the link to watch!
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Reading & Donuts w/ Grandparents is Thursday, Sept. 18, at 4 pm. PTH Meeting will follow at 5 pm in the library at Holladay School..
Smile! Picture Day at Holladay School is Tuesday, Sept. 16!
HOLLADAY ELEMENTARY - NOT CAMDEN ELEMENTARY
Attention grandparents, come make some memories that will last a lifetime with those children you love so much you call the GRANDchildren. See you September 18 at 4 PM. Stay around for the PTH meeting that starts at 5 PM at Holladay Elementary School.
Come join the fun and help raise money for Holladay Elementary School. See the flyer for more information.
Join us September 9, 6 pm at Holladay School! Meet the Tornadoes!
Reminder: On August 28, 2023, Benton County Schools implemented a policy that prohibits backpacks in the stadium. Below is the original wording from that announcement.
"To ensure the safety of all spectators and student-athletes, backpacks will no longer be permitted at Tommy Richardson Stadium in Camden Central High School. Please note that all bags, including purses, will be subject to search before entering the stadium.
Thank you for being so cooperative in creating a secure environment, and we look forward to your support of the Camden Lions."
"To ensure the safety of all spectators and student-athletes, backpacks will no longer be permitted at Tommy Richardson Stadium in Camden Central High School. Please note that all bags, including purses, will be subject to search before entering the stadium.
Thank you for being so cooperative in creating a secure environment, and we look forward to your support of the Camden Lions."
Get ready for an awesome experience at the Benton County Wellness Fair, sponsored by the Benton County Prevention Coalition! Join us on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at 5 PM at 106 Armony Avenue in Camden, TN. This is your chance to discover valuable health resources, enjoy fun activities, and connect with others in the community. Don't forget to scan the QR code on the attached flyer to register for this exciting event! We can’t wait to see you there!
Benton County Schools' Families:
Get ready for an exciting school year! Beginning in the 2025-2026 school year, all actively enrolled Benton County School students will enjoy FREE admission to every regular-season sporting event! Just wear your Camden Lions, Holladay Tornados, or Big Sandy Red Devils gear to show your team spirit. Remember, students in grades Pre-K through 5 will need an adult to join in on the fun.
Let’s cheer on our teams together and make unforgettable memories! Go, teams!
Get ready for an exciting school year! Beginning in the 2025-2026 school year, all actively enrolled Benton County School students will enjoy FREE admission to every regular-season sporting event! Just wear your Camden Lions, Holladay Tornados, or Big Sandy Red Devils gear to show your team spirit. Remember, students in grades Pre-K through 5 will need an adult to join in on the fun.
Let’s cheer on our teams together and make unforgettable memories! Go, teams!
Holladay School has lifted its lockdown, and it has returned to normal operations.
Holladay Elementary School is on a soft lockdown as a precaution due to a community incident.
Benton County Schools is excited to welcome students back on Wednesday, August 6! (Sorry, kids!) We kindly ask all parents, guardians, and those who drop off or pick up students to please refrain from using cell phones while driving on school property. Your full attention helps keep everyone safe and contributes to a wonderful school year. We truly appreciate your cooperation and support! Thank you for being part of our school community!
Online student registration is open. Please follow the QR code.
Get ready! The upcoming tax-free weekend is happening from Friday, July 25, to Sunday, July 27, and we’re excited to help you prepare. We've got the school supply lists ready for students from kindergarten through 8th grade—making your shopping trip a breeze! Just a quick heads-up: high school students don’t have a grade-level supply list. To make things even easier, several vendors will be handing out free school supplies and more at the Briarwood Elementary School Gym on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Mark your calendar! School kicks off with a full day of classes on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. We're here to support your back-to-school plans and can't wait to see you at the events! You can also get a PDF of the list by going here: https://5il.co/1ywtw
Come join us for a fun and exciting open house at Holladay School on July 31, starting at 5:30 p.m. in the school gym! It’s a great opportunity to meet our wonderful teachers and take a peek into the classrooms. We can't wait to see you there and share all the amazing things happening at our school!
The Benton County Community is excited to support its school-aged children as they gear up for a new school year. Join us for a chance to receive free school supplies and a variety of other valuable items, including blood pressure screenings. The event will take place on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Briarwood Elementary School Gym. For more information, please refer to the flyer.
We are in the process of changing our internet service providers, and today we are experiencing some challenges during this transition. As a result, all phones in the schools are currently out of service. If you need to reach any of the schools, please use the following emergency phone numbers:
- Big Sandy: 731-468-0931
- Briarwood: 731-468-0954
- Camden Elementary: 731-468-0940
- Camden Junior High: 731-468-0956
- Camden Central High: 731-468-0957
- Holladay: 731-468-0938
You may also contact the Central Office at the usual number: 731.584.6111.
Thank you for your understanding, and have a wonderful day!
Attention Benton County Schools Community!
We want to keep you informed about an important update: tomorrow at 8:00 a.m., we will be upgrading our Internet service to a more reliable provider. This planned outage is essential for enhancing our connectivity and ensuring a better experience for everyone.
While we expect the outage to last no longer than eight hours, please note that all telephone services across the district will also be temporarily unavailable during this time. In the event of an emergency, please don't hesitate to contact the Central Office at 731.468.4963.
Thank you for your understanding as we make these important improvements! Your patience is greatly appreciated!
We want to keep you informed about an important update: tomorrow at 8:00 a.m., we will be upgrading our Internet service to a more reliable provider. This planned outage is essential for enhancing our connectivity and ensuring a better experience for everyone.
While we expect the outage to last no longer than eight hours, please note that all telephone services across the district will also be temporarily unavailable during this time. In the event of an emergency, please don't hesitate to contact the Central Office at 731.468.4963.
Thank you for your understanding as we make these important improvements! Your patience is greatly appreciated!
PRE-K APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE
Applications are available at the Benton County Board of Education office. Your child must live in Benton County and be 4 years old by August 15, 2025.
What to bring:
• Birth Certificate
• Immunization Record
• Well Child/Physical Form
• Proof of Benton County Residency
• Income Documentation: Select Type
o 2024 Income Tax
o W2
o Pay Stub, or
o Student’s TennCare card
• Custody Paper or Restraining Order (if applicable)
Call (731) 584-6111 for more information.