Public Meeting Notice: The January 2024 meeting of the Somerset Board of Education
has been rescheduled for Wednesday, January 31, 2024, 4pm Closed / 6pm Open.
Save the Date- Our Spring Scholastic Book Fair will be held March 4 - 8, 2024!
Due to anticipated road conditions, all after school and evening SCPS programs are canceled today, January 19, 2024. The Garland Hayward Center after school program will be open per the normal schedule.
Do you know an outstanding teacher? Schools are now accepting nominations for '24-25 School Teacher of the Year through February 8!. Learn more about the qualifications for Teacher of the Year, and nominate a teacher online: https://www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/toy-nominate
Good afternoon PAES families!
We are so excited to introduce after-school clubs at PAES.
Please read the letter included in this post as it contains many important details.
If your child is eligible, a packet will be sent home with them today.
Please call Dr. Miller with any questions.
We plan to begin next week!
Can you believe it is almost time for the third marking term? Join us at "Snack and Share" on February 8th to learn strategies to help your child be successful in the third marking term. RSVP by January 31.
It's time once again for students to participate in the Delmarva Shorebirds "Hit the Books" program. Each student will be bringing home a bookmark and instructions for participating in the program. Each student who returns his/her bookmark completed, will receive two free game tickets!
Due to freezing overnight temperatures and potential for icy road conditions tomorrow morning, Wednesday, January 17, 2024, schools will open with a 2-hour delay for students, teachers and staff. FNS & essential staff report on time / when safe.
Due to expected inclement weather this evening, Tuesday, January 16, all after school activities are canceled. The regular meeting of the Somerset Board of Education has been rescheduled for Thursday, January 25: 4PM Closed Session, 6PM Open Session.
As a reminder, schools and offices are closed Monday, January 15, 2024 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. It is our sincere hope that you honor his day by being of service to others, and planting seeds for a better tomorrow.
ATTENTION: Local news outlet WBOC displayed an incorrect status for SCPS today, Friday 1/12/24. Schools will open ON TIME today, 1/12/24. We apologize for the confusion this may have caused our school community!
This is a great opportunity for parents, caregivers and any interested community members. Free, virtual training
Earlier in the week, SCPS held the first National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT) cohort meeting for teachers pursuing certification in 2024. Recent NBCT recipients, Anna Breland of CHS, and Zachary Bartemy of SCTHS, attended to share their experiences pursuing certification in 2023; offering valuable insights, encouragement and Q&A time for this year's cohort of SCPS educators pursuing certification. Thank you for your commitment to pursue the most respected professional certification available in education designed to develop, retain and recognize accomplished teachers! Click here to learn more about the benefits of NBCT certification for our students, faculty and schools in Somerset County: https://www.nbpts.org/certification/benefits/
#TeamSCPS #SmallButMighty #NBCT
School will be closed on Monday, January 15, 2024
Hazardous road conditions continue to pose safety concerns for school buses at low tide today. As a result, schools will be closed for an asynchronous virtual school day tomorrow, Thursday, January 11, 2024. Essential & 12 month staff should report to their buildings by 8:30 AM.
Schools will dismiss early today, Tuesday 1/9: Secondary at 11:30 a.m. and Elementary at 12:30 p.m. Tomorrow, Wednesday 1/10, schools are closed for an asynchronous virtual school day. The shelter at Washington High School opens at 5:00 PM today. Be safe!
Due to impending storms, all after school activities are cancelled Tuesday, 1/9 and Wednesday, 1/10. As an additional precaution, schools will open with a 2-hour delay on Wednesday, 1/10/24. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue to monitor the situation.
With storms likely to cause school delays and closures this week, SCPS plans to convert the next 3 inclement weather closures to asynchronous virtual school days. Click here for details: www.somerset.k12.md.us/o/scps/article/1399492
The Judy Center presents a special event!
On Monday, January 8th, we are hosting our third Parent Pop-In for the school year.
We are proud to welcome Ms. Alyssa Shoun (First Financial) for a financial management and budgeting workshop.
Dinner and child care will be provided.
Join us at 5:00 pm in the PAES cafeteria.
Please RSVP and call Dr. Miller for additional information.