Reminders:
Friday, May 26, 2023 is an early dismissal day. Elementary schools dismiss at 12:30 pm; Intermediate & High Schools dismiss at 11:30 a.m.
Monday, May 29, 2023 SCPS schools and offices are closed in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend!
Earlier in the week, Pre-K teachers, paraprofessionals and local childcare and Head Start teachers participated in the final all-day professional development session in a series focused on the Science of Reading. The Early Childhood LETRS (Language Essentials for teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional development course builds the early childhood educators foundation in the principals of teaching reading to young minds.
TIME CORRECTION: The 2022-2023 County Student Recognition Ceremonies on May 24 (WHS - North end schools) and 25th (CHS - South end schools) will be held at 7:00 PM (not at 6pm). Please join us at 7:00 on either night, to recognize students and their achievements made in '22-23!
Elementary summer school runs from 6/26 - 7/27. Students will report Mon-Thurs, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the 5-week program. Register your Prek - 5th grade student by June 2, 2023 in the PowerSchool Parent Portal: https://somersetk12.powerschool.com/public/home.html
Yesterday, SCPS welcomed State Superintendent, Mr. Mohammed Choudhury. His first stop was Washington High School, where he spent some time with Principal Tony Bevilacqua and his team. His next stop was the Technical High School where he spent some time with Dakota, a junior at CHS and first year HVAC student. Thank you, Superintendent Choudhury for visiting Somerset and we look forward to the next time!
Don't forget to join us this coming Saturday at Crisfield High School for the dedication of the William "Bill" Cain Coaches Hall of Fame! Join us for this public event on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 12pm.
https://www.somerset.k12.md.us/article/1111300
The closed session of the May 16, 2023 Regular Meeting of the Somerset Board of Education has been rescheduled from 4:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Open session will begin at 6:00 p.m.
The second Friday in May is National School Communicators Day! A school communicator is one who assists schools and districts in telling their story. Today we are celebrating all of our #TeamSCPS storytellers: from our designated staff photographers, webmasters and social media managers in each school to the administrators developing communication plans and strategies. You are all critical to our mission, goals and keeping our community informed. Thank you! Happy #SchoolCommunicatorsDay!!
National School Nurse day, celebrated on May 10 this year, is a day set aside to recognize school nurses. #TeamSCPS celebrates and acknowledges the contributions made by each of our school nurses who provide student-centered care! Do you have a favorite school nurse? Tag them in this post to show your appreciation! #NationalSchoolNurseDay
The 2022-2023 County Student Recognition Ceremonies will be held for North End Schools on May 24, 7pm at Washington High School, and for South End Schools on May 25, 7pm at Crisfield High School. Please join us as we recognize students and their achievements made in '22-23!
Teacher Appreciation Week is May 8-12, 2023. Please join #TeamSCPS as we thank our teachers for their service to our students and the future leaders of tomorrow. You are appreciated! #ThankATeacher
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Due to flooding in low lying parts of the county, Somerset County Public Schools will open 2 hours late today, Monday May 1, 2023. FNS and essential staff should report on time. Please drive safely.
Today for Administrative Professionals Day, #TeamSCPS would like to thank all of our Administrative Associates and office professionals that keep our day to day operations running smoothly! You make our school system a better and more organized place to learn, work and serve our community!
Happy #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay!
We have a steady crowd of visitors tonight at the BOE for the Fine Art Festival. Stop in anytime this week to view award winning student artwork from our schools! We hope to see you this week!
Parents and guardians of children turning 3, or 4 by September 1, 2023: Give your child a bright start to their educational career by enrolling your 3 or 4 year old in Somerset County Public Schools' Pre-K program! Visit our Pre-K Registration Page for information and how to enroll your student online:
https://www.somerset.k12.md.us/o/scps/page/early-childhood-instruction#prekregistration
Did you know that students, staff, and faculty of Somerset County Public Schools can receive medical care right at school? The School Based Health Center at Washington High School is staffed by a licensed provider in partnership with Chesapeake Health Care. Not only can staff diagnose and treat common health conditions, but student-athletes can also get their yearly sports physicals. Call 410-651-4040 for more information, and to schedule an appointment for your student.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SWCVFe5b5p4
MD parents of children receiving special education services—we want to hear from you! Please take this survey: www.mdparentsurvey.com
ICYMI: Somerset's 2023 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Tania Cunningham-Raycrow, was a guest on WBOC's Delmarvalife earlier this week. Congratulations again, Mrs. Cunningham-Raycrow!
Watch her interview, here: https://www.wboc.com/shows/delmarvalife/we-sit-down-with-somerset-county-s-teacher-of-the-year/video_b738fb64-6e57-5f4a-b78f-8efbd928cae6.html
Reminder: Today, 4/6/23 is an early dismissal day, then SCPS schools and offices will close for Spring Break on Friday 4/7 and Monday 4/10. We hope everyone has a restful break and we look forward to welcoming back students and staff on Tuesday 4/11.
What a fun morning at the BOE! SCPS' Special Education Department Family Support Services, in partnership with Somerset County Infants & Toddlers and the Judy Center Early Learning Hub hosted the Sensory Easter Bunny Event. Students enjoyed arts & crafts, sensory friendly activities and games and some treats to sweeten the deal!
