Our staff & students rocked their favorite team gear for Super Bowl Spirit Day! Chiefs, Eagles, or another favorite—everyone brought the energy! 🎉🏟️
Who’s winning Super Bowl LIX tomorrow? Drop your predictions! ⬇️🏆
#SuperBowlSpirit #GameDayVibes #SCPS
SCPS is seeking community input on the 2025-2026 academic calendar. Please review calendar drafts 1 - 4 and leave your feedback and comments in our short survey by Friday, February 14, 2025. More info: www.somerset.k12.md.us/article/2008588
Time is running out! ⏳ Don’t miss your chance to recognize an incredible SCPS educator for the 2025-2026 School Teacher of the Year! Submit your nomination by this Friday, February 7, at www.somerset.k12.md.us/toy-nominate. 🏆✨ #TeacherOfTheYear #SCPS
Join us at Wor-Wic Community College, Fulton-Owen Hall on Feb. 19 from 5:30- 7:30 pm for the Pathways to Success Night! Stop by and talk to college & university representatives, local employers, adult agencies, apprenticeship partners, military representatives and community providers to explore and plan for life after High School!
Breakout session topics include:
✅Financial Planning
✅Finding Employment Through the MD Workforce Exchange
✅Continuing Education Program at Wor-Wic Community College
✅Employment Services for Persons with Disabilities
✅Apprenticeships
✅How to Finance Education Beyond High School
Get your questions answered for successful future planning! No registration required. We hope to see you there!
📢SCPS Parents, Guardians, and Caretakers of Students Receiving Special Education Services: 📢
Join SECAC on 2/19, from 5 - 6 PM at the Somerset Board of Education office to discover valuable tips & strategies for supporting your child at home, and connect with other families who share similar experiences. Guest speakers include special education teachers, Ms. Jennifer Bennett & 2023-2024 Somerset Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Tania Cunningham-Raycrow. Light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there!
For more information or to RSVP, please contact Melissa Heavenridge. (410-651-1616 ext. 11385, mheavenridge@somerset.k12.md.us)
🏈 Super Bowl Spirit Day! 🏈
This Friday, Feb. 7, is a county-wide casual day for students & staff! Show your team pride by wearing your favorite jersey or shirt—whether you're supporting the Chiefs, Eagles, or another team! Who are you rooting for? 🤔🏆 #SuperBowlSpirit #SCPS
Don't miss this Active Parenting class brought to you by Healthy Families Lower Shore in partnership with the Judy Center & funded by the Somerset County LMB on 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, & 3/5 from 5:00-6:30pm. RSVP by 2/4 at 443-754-5439 / gcampbell@cbh.clinic
Time’s almost up! ⏳ Please share your thoughts before these two important surveys close tonight at 11:59 PM!
📱 Student Cell Phone Use: www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCPSCellPhoneSurvey
👕 Student Uniform Policy: www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCPSUniformSurvey
We hope you enjoy this video message from Superintendent Dr. Tasker-Mitchell, with updates for the month of February 2025! https://youtu.be/HKoIMbkQ06Q
‼️Teacher candidates:‼️ Come find out why we're "Small but Mighty" at SCPS' Teacher Recruitment Fair on 1/31/25 from 9:30AM - 12:00PM! Walk-in's will be permitted, but we encourage you to pre-register here to be scheduled for an interview: https://bit.ly/SCPSTeacher
Dr. Ava Tasker-Mitchell’s 100-Day Transition Plan Summary, presented at the January 21, 2025 Board of Education Meeting, is now available for public viewing on the SCPS website, here:
www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/superintendents-100-day-transition-plan-summary
‼️Teacher candidates:‼️ Come find out why we're "Small but Mighty" at SCPS' Teacher Recruitment Fair on 1/31/25 from 9:30AM - 12:00PM! Walk-in's will be permitted, but we encourage you to pre-register here to be scheduled for an interview: https://bit.ly/SCPSTeacher
Due to inclement weather, students & staff will not report to school & operate on a virtual learning schedule Friday, 1/24/25. 12 month staff will telework & contact their supervisor. Essential staff to check buildings. For info, review our virtual plan: www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/virtual-day-instruction-plan
Congratulations to LeMonte B., a Crisfield High School student, for being named a 2024 Maryland Emerging Scholar by the Maryland Business Roundtable for Education! He was recognized for this outstanding achievement at the January Board Meeting. Way to go, LeMonte! 👏🎉
Due to inclement weather, students & staff will not report to school & operate on a virtual learning schedule Thursday, 1/23/25. 12 month staff will telework & contact their supervisor. Essential staff to check buildings. For info, review our virtual plan: www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/virtual-day-instruction-plan
Last night, during the January 21, 2025, Somerset Board of Education meeting, we had the honor of witnessing the ceremonial swearing-in of our two newest Board members, Mary Beth Bozman and Matthew Lankford. The oath of office was administered by Charles T. Horner, Clerk of Court for Somerset County.
In addition, the Board held its annual reorganization, electing Matthew Lankford as Board Chairperson and Andrew Gleason as Vice Chairperson. Congratulations to both on their new leadership roles.
Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Bozman and Mr. Lankford as they begin their service to the students, families, and staff of Somerset County Public Schools, and thank all Board members for their dedication to ensuring success for all students!
We’re now accepting nominations for the 2025-2026 School Teachers of the Year! Celebrate an outstanding educator by submitting your nomination today. Visit your school’s online form at www.somerset.k12.md.us/toy-nominate. 🏆✨ #TeacherOfTheYear #SCPS
Due to inclement weather, students & staff will not report to school & operate on a virtual learning schedule today. 12-mo staff to work virtually & contact their supervisor. Essential staff to check buildings when safe. For info, review our virtual plan: www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/virtual-day-instruction-plan
🎉👏 Congratulations, Mr. Randy Laird! 👏🎉
We are thrilled to share that Mr. Randy Laird, Social Studies teacher at Crisfield Academy & High School, is featured in the December edition of the Maryland State Education Association (MSEA) newsletter! 🌟
The article highlights Mr. Laird's dedication to education, his innovative approach to teaching Social Studies, and his impact on students here in Somerset County. We are so proud to have educators like Mr. Laird who inspire learning and make a difference every day!
📰 Check out the feature here: MSEA Teachers’ Toolkit - Randy Laird
(https://marylandeducators.org/teachers-toolkit-randy-laird-somerset-county-social-studies-teacher/)
Let’s show Mr. Laird some love in the comments! 👇💬
#SCPSProud #CrisfieldAcademyAndHighSchool #EducatorSpotlight #MSEA
Reminder: School are closed Monday, January 20 observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
This day is an opportunity to reflect on Dr. King’s powerful legacy of service, equality, and justice for all. We encourage our community to consider participating in acts of service that make a positive impact—whether through volunteering, helping a neighbor, or giving back in your own way. 💙
As our nation celebrates the peaceful transition of leadership on Inauguration Day, let us come together in unity, honoring the values that bind us as one nation.
#MLKDay #InaugurationDay #SCPSProud
