Happy School Nurse Day!
Today, SCPS celebrates the steady hands and compassionate hearts of our school nurses:
Paula Fisher, Nurse Manager 💗
Jennifer Ingalls, School Nurse at Deal Island Elementary 💗
Jessica Needam, School Nurse at Greenwood Elementary 💗
Marshonia McClendon, School Nurse at Woodson & Greenwood Elementary 💗
Shernita Boyd, School Nurse at Princess Anne Elementary 💗
Lisa Lawson, School Nurse at Woodson Elementary 💗
Frances Leatherbury, School Nurse at Somerset Intermediate 💗
Donna Shores, School Nurse at Crisfield Academy & High 💗
Lynne Brumley, School Nurse at Washington Academy & High 💗
LaShawn Dashields, Health Occupations Teacher at Somerset County Technical High 💗
And our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs):
Le'Tia McCready, CNA at Princess Anne Elementary 💗
Tanisha Collins, CNA at Woodson Elementary 💗
You care for our students in ways seen and unseen—tending to scrapes, calming fears, advocating for wellness, and supporting our school communities every day.
Thank you for being the quiet heroes of our halls. We are grateful for all you do. 💙 #SchoolNurseDay #ThankYouNurses #SCPSproud
This morning, Somerset County Public Schools was honored to welcome Maryland State Superintendent Dr. Carey Wright and Maryland State Board of Education Member Mr. Chet Chesterfield to Crisfield!
Their visit began at Crisfield Academy & High School, where they met with school leadership and observed instruction in Ms. Justice’s Algebra class and Ms. Smith’s ELA III class. They then headed to Carter G. Woodson Elementary School to visit Mrs. Carey’s first grade classroom and observe math instruction in Ms. Kinder-Young’s third grade class.
We are grateful for the opportunity to showcase the incredible teaching and learning happening in our Crisfield schools. Thank you, Dr. Wright and Mr. Chesterfield, for your time, your insight, and your support of Maryland’s students!
🎓✍️ Calling all young writers!
Join us for The Shore Way to College Virtual Creative Writing Workshop on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 10 AM–12 PM on Zoom. Whether you're crafting poems, stories, or essays, this free workshop will help sharpen your skills and boost your confidence!
📚 Open to students of all experience levels. Come get inspired!
🔗 Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87520943836?pwd=FxYrX0hMShJDMsm6lVaRVYBBTa4IPy.1
📌 Meeting ID: 875 2094 3836
🔒 Passcode: 906764
#ShoreWayToCollege #CreativeWritingWorkshop #StudentWriters #CollegeReady #EasternShoreYouth
Missed it yesterday? 🎥 Check out Somerset’s amazing 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Kristen Bratcher of Somerset Intermediate School, on WBOC’s DelmarvaLife! Her interview shows just why she’s so loved by her students and colleagues. 🌟 🍎📔✏️ https://bit.ly/4cXGSgf
🎉 Today we celebrated the incredible Administrative Professionals who keep the Somerset County Board of Education (Central Office) running strong! 🗂️📞✏️ These behind-the-scenes champions do it all—from managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and preparing documents to supporting school operations, business functions, finance, human resources, payroll, data entry, purchasing, and more. 🧾💻📊 Their organization, professionalism, and unwavering dedication help ensure every department runs efficiently and every student and staff member is supported. We’re deeply grateful for all that you do—not just today, but every day. Enjoy your well-deserved lunch and celebration! 📸💐✨ #AdministrativeProfessionalsWeek2025 #SCPSStrong #ThankYou #SupportStaff
2025-2026 Somerset Teacher of the Year Videos have been added to our YouTube Channel! Enjoy the playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtw_tkFQW5hE-P5e578Zryc_9B2sNAmWm
Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Somerset Teacher of the Year, Kristen Bratcher!
Kristen, 6th Grade Science Teacher from Somerset Intermediate School, has been named both the Secondary Teacher of the Year and the overall 2025-2026 Somerset Teacher of the Year! Her passion for teaching, unwavering commitment to her students, and ability to inspire excellence make her a shining example of the impact educators have every day.
We also proudly recognize Allison Grove, Elementary Teacher of the Year from Carter G. Woodson Elementary and this year’s outstanding finalist. Thank you both for your dedication to the students and families of Somerset County Public Schools!
Dr. Tasker-Mitchell has shared her updates for the month of April 2025 in this new video message. Check it out, and follow the SCPS YouTube channel - https://youtu.be/5lfKvxRig18
🎉 Huge thanks to the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore & First Financial Federal Credit Union for supporting our 2025-2026 Somerset Teacher of the Year program! 🌟 Your generosity helps us honor the incredible educators shaping our future! 💙📚🍎 #SCPSProud
Yesterday’s MASSP Women’s Leadership Conference kicked off with a keynote from State Superintendent Dr. Wright on what leadership means in Maryland. Dr. Tasker-Mitchell proudly represented SCPS on a panel about supporting current and aspiring leaders. #SCPSProud #MASSP
🎉 Celebrating Student Excellence! 🎉
At the March 18 Board of Education meeting, we proudly recognized outstanding student achievements!
🌟 Kamryn N. (WHS Junior) – Named a 2025 Emerging Scholar and a 2025 "18 Under 18" recipient by Junior Achievement of the Eastern Shore!
🏈 Develle M. (WHS Senior) – Signed his National Letter of Intent to play football for Brevard College on an NCAA scholarship—the first WHS student to earn an NCAA scholarship since 2018!
🎶 CHS & WHS Band Students earned superior ratings at the District V Solo & Ensemble Festival on Feb. 27! 🎼👏
From CHS: Mya H., Ashton D., Aaliyah M., Dillon M., Jeremy C., Conor K., Isabella M., Emily W., Riley C., Zach G., Jurnee G., Lukas L., Emma E., Isaac M., Trenton B., Benjamin M., Savannah C.
From WHS: Eric T., Elijah T., Amara H., Hajar H., Jymere A., Kami A., Will M., Luke B., Lucy G., Jaden N., Jayden B.
Join us in congratulating these students on their hard work and success! 👏🎉 #SCPSProud #StudentSuccess #FutureLeaders
Somerset County Public Schools is opening on time today, Thursday, March 20, 2025. Some local news stations have mistakenly reported a delay, but all schools and offices are open at their normal time. Today is an early dismissal day: Elementary at 12:30pm, Secondary at 11:30am.
Parents & Guardians: Have you registered your 3, or 4 year-old for Pre-K yet? Registration is now open for the 2025-2026 School Year! Visit our student enrollment page to get started, today! www.somerset.k12.md.us/o/scps/page/student-enrollment
Somerset Intermediate School’s very own Mr. Jason Pfirman, Coding Teacher, is featured in the March 2025 issue of the Maryland Center for Computing Education (MCCE) newsletter! 🖥️✨
Mr. Pfirman’s journey into Computer Science education, his passion for blending creativity with problem-solving, and his dedication to helping students develop resilience through coding make him an incredible educator and role model. From stop-motion animation projects to collaborative coding challenges, he’s inspiring the next generation of tech-savvy learners.
Check out his full interview here: 🔗 https://mailchi.mp/444fab1d7adc/mcce-march-2025-newsletter?e=b970a6ab0a
#SCPSProud #CSinEducation #CodingForAll #FutureReady 💡🚀
Due to flooding in low-lying areas, schools will operate on a two-hour delay for students and teachers on Monday, March 17, 2025. Twelve-month staff should report on time as scheduled. Please use caution while traveling.
Today, SCPS, the Judy Center & SELAC presented the 2nd Annual School Readiness Fair! Families enjoyed a fantastic event with a special performance by Mr. B 🎶😎 Huge thanks to our staff, community partners & families who joined us to register their little learners for Pre-K!
📢 State Board of Education Members Visit SCPS!
Today, we welcomed Maryland State Board of Education Chair Dr. Joshua Michael, new State Board Member, Mr. Alverne "Chet" Chesterfield , and Student Representative Abhiram Gaddam to Somerset Intermediate School and Washington Academy & High School!
Mr. Chesterfield, a former Somerset BOE member, enjoyed returning to familiar grounds, while Abhiram, from neighboring Wicomico County Public Schools, brought the student perspective to the visit. Our guests had the opportunity to engage with students and faculty, gaining insight into the incredible work happening in our schools.
Thank you for your time and support! #MarylandPublicSchools #ForwardTogether #SCPSProud #EducationMatters 🎓👏
🦁🌿 Woodson Elementary’s "Creature Feature" Brings Learning to Life! 🌿🦁
Woodson Elementary students wowed us with their creativity and knowledge at the "Creature Feature" Title I event! 🎨📚 From lush rainforests to icy tundras, students designed dioramas of animal habitats, showcasing their research and artistic skills. 🏞️🐾
Families and guests explored these incredible student exhibitions, celebrating the hard work and dedication that went into each project. 👏✨ Thank you to everyone who joined us to support our young scientists and artists!
#CreatureFeature #SCPSLearns #HandsOnLearning #STEM #FamilyEngagement
(📸: Check out these amazing student creations and the fun from this event! ⬇️)
Last week, in celebration of African-American History Month, Greenwood Elementary students put on an incredible Wax Museum exhibition, showcasing influential figures who have shaped history! 🏆✨
From inventors to activists, athletes to artists, students proudly stepped into the roles of these trailblazers, sharing powerful stories and inspiring lessons. 👏💡
A huge thank you to all the families who came out to support our young historians! ❤️ Your encouragement and engagement made this event even more special. Together, we continue to celebrate and honor the rich history that shapes our world. 🌍📖
#BlackHistoryMonth #SCPSCelebrates #GreenwoodElementary #WaxMuseum #HistoryComesAlive #FamilyEngagement
📚🎉 Read Across America Week Fun at Greenwood Elementary! 🎉📚
Dr. Tasker-Mitchell had a wonderful time reading to students in Mrs. Sapp’s class today! 📖✨ The students were all ears as they listened and engaged in the story, celebrating the joy of reading together. 📚❤️
