David L. Rainer Elementary

UPDATE: CCHS was given the all clear by the fire department. Buses have been released. We are 15 minutes behind on our normal schedule. Thank you for your patience and support.

Camden County High School will operate on a delayed schedule until fire officials have determined it is safe to reenter the building. Due to the situation at Camden County High School, there will be delays at other school sites as well. Updates will be shared as they become available.

📘 5TH GRADE FAMILIES — YEARBOOK ADS! 📘

Calling all 5th grade parents! 🎓 This is your chance to recognize your child with a personalized ad in the David L. Rainer Elementary 2026 Yearbook. These pages are a special way to celebrate your student, your family, and their elementary school memories. 💙

➡️ Ads must be CREATED AND COMPLETED (not just purchased) by Friday, 2/14.
➡️ This opportunity is for 5th grade students ONLY.

📍 Visit BuyTheYearbook.com
🔎 Search for our school or use School ID #387079

Don’t miss this special tradition as we celebrate our 5th graders! 🎉

Hello Parents! 📚✨

Be on the lookout for a colorful Book Buddy Lanyard coming home soon! 🎉

Inside, you’ll find important information about a safe and easy way your family can help support our school and provide essential tools for our students and teachers to succeed. 💙✏️

Best of all, your child can win fun prizes 🎁🤩 just for participating!

Thank you for your continued support!

📖💛
David L. Rainer Elementary School

Pre-K Lottery Registration is coming soon!

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

🎶🐯 DLR Tiger Tunes Spread Joy! 🐯🎶

Recently, our 4th and 5th grade Tiger Tunes chorus members had a wonderful time performing at Lakes Crossing Senior Care Center, sharing their voices and brightening the day for so many residents. 💙

Under the direction of Mrs. Cassel and Dr. Day, our Tigers showed confidence, kindness, and true Tiger pride through music. The smiles, applause, and joyful moments made this performance extra special!

We are so proud of our Tiger Tunes for using their talents to give back to our community. Way to go, Tigers! 🐾🎵

#DLRTigers #TigerTunes #CommunityConnections #MusicMatters #WeAreDLR

🐝✨ DLR Spelling Bee Celebration! ✨🐝 We are so proud of all of our 4th and 5th grade students who represented their homerooms in the David L. Rainer Elementary School Spelling Bee! Your hard work, preparation, and courage truly shined on the stage. 📚💛 🎉 Congratulations to our top spellers: 🥈 2nd Place: Dawn Powell 🥇 1st Place: Cylee Stach — who will go on to represent DLR at the district spelling bee! Way to go, Tigers! We are cheering you on every step of the way! 🐯📖💙 #DLRTigers #SpellingBee #TigerPride #WeAreDLR

🍽️ Next Week’s Menu (Dec. 15–19)

Please see our special menu for next week. Breakfast and lunch options vary each day, including pizza, hot dogs, turkey, BBQ chicken tenders, and Friday’s half-day sack lunch.

Take a look at the menu to plan ahead!
#DLRTigers

Dear Families, Our Penguin Holiday Shop is open this week! Please remember to send in your child’s shopping money clearly labeled with: Child’s name Teacher’s name Dollar amount enclosed This helps us keep all money safe and organized. A makeup shopping day for all grade levels is scheduled for Friday, December 12th. Thank you for your support, and happy holiday shopping! 🐧🎁

✨ DLRES Families — Let’s Spread Some Holiday Cheer! ✨

As we enter this joyful season, we want to take a moment to celebrate the amazing people who make David L. Rainer Elementary shine all year long!

Our teachers, paraprofessionals, speech pathologists, Media Specialist, Student Information Operator, School Resource Deputy, cafeteria staff, and custodians give so much of their time, care, and heart to our students. Now is the perfect time to send them a little extra holiday appreciation. ❤️

Please share a festive message, a thank-you, or a warm holiday wish using the form below:

👉 Holiday Staff Appreciation Form: https://forms.gle/mJX4tqzabny2Es9D6

Thank you for helping us sprinkle kindness, gratitude, and holiday magic throughout our school community. ☃️🎁🌟

❄️✨ Hello, December! ✨❄️
DLR Tigers, our December 2025 Calendar is here—and it’s filled with excitement, celebrations, and important end-of-semester events!

From AMIRA and iReady testing, to our Holiday Shop, chorus performances, Tree Topper Day, and the always-magical Polar Express Day, this month is packed with fun and learning as we wrap up 2025 together. 🎄📚✨

Be sure to check the calendar so your Tiger doesn’t miss a single moment—especially those festive dress-up days and our early release on December 19th. 🌟

And don’t forget, Winter Break begins December 22nd! ☃️
Let’s finish the year strong, with kindness, joy, and plenty of Tiger pride! 🐅❤️

#WeAreDLR #DLRTigers #DecemberAtDLR #TigerPride #HolidaySeason

🍗 CHAMPS SPIRIT NIGHT — OPS Kingsland 🎒
📅 Wednesday, November 19, 2025
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Join us for a delicious way to support a great cause!

Stop by OPS Kingsland for CHAMPS Spirit Night, and don’t forget to mention CHAMPS when you receive your check — a portion of your purchase will go directly toward supporting our CHAMPS Program and the students it serves.

Bring your family, enjoy a great meal, and help us continue making a positive impact in our schools! This is a great opportunity to grab dinner before or after DLR's Turkey Bingo!💙🍽️

🦃🎉 Get ready for a night of family fun, Tigers! 🎉🦃

Join us for DLR’s 3rd Annual Turkey Bingo on Wednesday, November 19th from 5:00–7:00 PM in the DLR cafeteria!

We’ll have games, crafts, snacks, and plenty of family fun—PLUS the chance to win a turkey! 🏆🦃

📍 David L. Rainer Elementary School Cafeteria
850 May Creek Dr., Kingsland, GA

✨ Please remember: Only one turkey winner per family so we can give as many families as possible a chance to win!

We can’t wait to see our Tiger families there for this fun fall tradition! 🍂💛

If you have any questions, please contact Shannon Cassel at scassel@camden.k12.ga.us.

#DLRTigers #TurkeyBingo #FamilyFunNight #WeAreDLR

🎀 Sweet Treat Alert, Tigers! 🎀

The Military Appreciation Committee will be selling freshly spun, fluffy cotton candy for just $2 this Friday, November 14th! 🍭💖

Come grab a delicious treat and help support our military families here at DLR. Your support means so much! 🇺🇸💙

#DLRTigers #MilitaryAppreciation #SweetSupport

🍽️ Menu Update for Today & Tomorrow 🍽️
We apologize for not sharing this update sooner — thank you for your patience, Tigers! 💛🐯

📅 Wednesday’s Menu (Today)
🥣 Breakfast:
• Cheese toast
• Muffin
• Cereal

🍱 Lunch:
• Smoked sausage with a roll or pizza
• Lima beans
• Savory carrots
• Salad station
• Fruit choices
• Milk & juice

📅 Thursday’s Menu (Tomorrow)
🥣 Breakfast:
• Chicken sliders
• Pop-Tart
• Cereal

🍱 Lunch:
• Corn dog or PB&J
• Chips
• Veggie dippers
• Fruit choices
• Milk & juice

Thanks for staying flexible — we appreciate you! 💛🍽️ #DLRTigers

💙 World Diabetes Day – November 14, 2025 💙

On Friday, November 14th, we’re joining millions around the globe to raise awareness for diabetes. Let's show our support for those living with diabetes and work together for a healthier future.

👕 Wear BLUE on November 14th to spread awareness and stand with our students, families, and community members affected by diabetes.

Together, we can make a difference! 💪💙
#WorldDiabetesDay #DLRTigers #WeAreDLR #BlueForDiabetesAwareness

🥫 Canned Food Drive — Last Chance to Donate! 🥫
Our school is proudly participating in the Kiwanis annual food drive to support families right here in Camden County! 💛🐯

Please help us show kindness and care to our community by sending in non-perishable food items. Every can makes a difference! 🙌

✨ Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to bring in donations — let’s finish strong, Tigers! 🐅💪
#WeAreDLR #DLRTigers #KindnessInAction #CommunityStrong #KiwanisClub #FoodDrive

🍁 Hello, November! 🍁

DLR Tigers, we have an exciting month ahead! From honoring our veterans, recognizing our outstanding Tigers of the Month, and enjoying Cotton Candy & Turkey Bingo fun, to gathering for Thanksgiving lunch — there’s so much to look forward to! 🦃✨

Be sure to save these dates and check out our November calendar below. Let’s make it a month full of gratitude, learning, and Tiger pride! 🐅💙

#WeAreDLR #DLRTigers #ThankfulForOurTigers #NovemberEvents

🍎🥫 Canned Food Drive at DLR! 🥫🍎

We’re spreading kindness in a BIG way! 💚
From October 29 – November 5, we’re collecting non-perishable food items to support the annual Kiwanis Food Drive.

All donations will be redistributed to families right here in Camden County — let’s come together to make a difference for our neighbors! 🤝✨

🛒 Suggested items include:
✅ Canned vegetables & fruit
✅ Soup & pasta
✅ Peanut butter
✅ Rice & boxed meals

Send items with your student or drop them off in the front office.
Thank you for helping us support our community! #WeAreDLR 💛🐯

🇺🇸 Breakfast with a Veteran Reminder! 🇺🇸

In honor of our veterans, David L. Rainer Elementary invites all Veteran parents and grandparents to join us for a special “Breakfast with a Veteran” on Wednesday, November 6th from 9–10 a.m. in the cafeteria. 🥞☕

Please remember — RSVP forms are due no later than next Friday, October 31st! 🗓️
Late submissions will not be accepted, so be sure to turn in your form on time.

Let’s come together to honor and thank those who have served! ❤️💙

#WeAreDLR #VeteransDay #DLRTigers #ThankYouVeterans #BreakfastWithAVeteran