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Due to continued flooding and unsafe conditions, schools are closed tomorrow, Tuesday December 19, 2023 for students, teachers and 12 month staff. Winter Break begins Wednesday, December 20. Schools reopen Wednesday, January 3, 2024. Have a safe and happy winter break!
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Due to flooding in parts of the county, schools will be closed today, Monday December 18, 2023 for students, teachers and 12 month staff. Due to rain and the tide schedule many roads will remain unpassable throughout the day. Be safe!
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Due to flooding in parts of the county, schools will open 2 hours late tomorrow, Monday, December 18, 2023. Essential & FNS staff should report on time and all other staff report when it is safe. Please attend to future messages regarding changes to this status in the morning.
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Pre-K and Kindergarten students in Computer Lab made beaded snowflakes to strengthen fine motor skills necessary for Keyboarding.
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Today was Rudolph Day in Mrs. Moore's PK4!
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The Garland Hayward Youth Center will hold a food and community resource distribution event this Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 12:00 p.m.
All are welcome. First come, first served.
Volunteers and Agencies interested in assisting or setting up a vendor table, call (443)397-8725
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On Monday, December 11, 2023, students were treated to a special laser show by "Prismatic Magic". The theme was Winter Activities. They students were excited by the lights and music!
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Ms. Noll's first grade class won a drawing for a fabulous holiday treat!
On Friday, December 8th, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. at Salisbury University hosted the students, Ms. Noll, and Dr. Miller for classic games, food, and fun. The children enjoyed the Guerrieri Student Union on campus. Each student in the class also received a brand new toy and coat for the holiday!
We extend our heartfelt thanks for the opportunity to participate in "Kappa Khristmas."
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Good afternoon. Earlier today, Route 413 was closed due to an accident in Westover. Buses may experience minor delays this afternoon as they detour around the accident. The WIDA Access event at Somerset County Technical High School will be held as scheduled. Please plan accordingly for traffic delays. Thank you.
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Mark your calendars for Greenwood Elementary's Holiday Bazaar: Friday, Dec. 15, 9am-3pm. Shop for candles, soaps, homemade crafts, jewelry, trinkets, vintage gifts, clothing and more! Visitors are welcome with a picture ID. Call 410-651-0931 with questions.
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SCPS is seeking qualified applicants for the positions of School Psychologist, Speech Language Pathologist and Substitute Teacher. Review the job requirements and application deadlines, and apply at https://somerset.tedk12.com/hire.
Come find out why we're #SmallButMighty!
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Winter Concert
December 7
PreK 3 & 4 @ 5:30
K & 1st @ 6:30
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Thanksgiving Break
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Our Winter Concert will be held on Thursday, December 7, 2023.
PK3 and PK4 will perform at 5:30 p.m.
K and 1st Grade will perform at 6:30 p.m.
Please return your child's permission slip as soon as possible.
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Last week, award winning illustrator and Washington High School graduate, Bryan Collier visited Princess Anne & Greenwood Elementary Schools to share his story of success (after many failures) and his favorite children's story, "Knock Knock. My Dad's Dream for Me" by Daniel Beaty, illustrated by Bryan Collier.
Students had the opportunity to ask Mr. Collier questions about his work at the end of the assemblies. Bryan shared with students "Everyone is an artist. Everything is possible." Thank you, Mr. Collier for sharing your impactful story with our students!
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Good afternoon! Please take a few moments to complete our survey!
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Reminder: schools and offices will close for the Thanksgiving Holiday beginning Wednesday, November 22, 2023. We wish our school community a safe and happy Thanksgiving! 🍁🦃
Schools will reopen on Monday, November 27, 2023.
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American Education Week events
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Have you updated your child's forms in PowerSchool?
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Friday, November 10, 2023 is an early dismissal day for all students. Elementary students will be dismissed at 12:30 p.m.
El viernes 10 de noviembre de 2023 es un día de salida temprana para todos los estudiantes. Los estudiantes de primaria saldrán a las 12:30 p.m.
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