THANKS for Your Service! Tuesday November 10, 2026, was the final Wicomico Board of Education meeting for three retiring members and we want to say "thank you" to each of them for their commitment to making Wicomico Public Schools a better place for our students to learn and staff to work.
- John Palmer, 11 years on the Board of Education
- Allen Brown, 8 years on the Board of Education, over 50 years with Wicomico Public Schools
- Kristin Hazel, 4 years on the Board of Education
Many of the current projects and new school buildings would not have been possible without their help and input. THANK YOU!
- John Palmer, 11 years on the Board of Education
- Allen Brown, 8 years on the Board of Education, over 50 years with Wicomico Public Schools
- Kristin Hazel, 4 years on the Board of Education
Many of the current projects and new school buildings would not have been possible without their help and input. THANK YOU!
On Veterans Day, Wicomico County Public Schools and the Wicomico County Board of Education thank and appreciate those who have served. We're thankful for all the veterans in our schools and our community.
Today is a great day to make a teacher's day with a nomination for Wicomico Teacher of the Year. Nominations are open through Nov., 24. The next Wicomico Teacher of the Year is teaching right now in one of our schools, and it could be your nomination that brings the teacher well-deserved recognition.
Anyone in the community may seek recognition for an educator quickly and easily using the online nomination form. Access the nomination form through the school system’s website (https://www.wicomicoschools.org/article/3214664), by using the link or QR code posted on social media, or through the links below:
Teacher of the Year Nomination Form in English
https://forms.gle/CB3oZ5fv4NWgSNGx9
Teacher of the Year Nomination Form in Spanish
https://forms.gle/cchv3XxSAaRZpuQ47
Teacher of the Year Nomination Form in Haitian Creole
https://forms.gle/1siNeYdLyG9Ec2kQ6
Anyone in the community may seek recognition for an educator quickly and easily using the online nomination form. Access the nomination form through the school system’s website (https://www.wicomicoschools.org/article/3214664), by using the link or QR code posted on social media, or through the links below:
Teacher of the Year Nomination Form in English
https://forms.gle/CB3oZ5fv4NWgSNGx9
Teacher of the Year Nomination Form in Spanish
https://forms.gle/cchv3XxSAaRZpuQ47
Teacher of the Year Nomination Form in Haitian Creole
https://forms.gle/1siNeYdLyG9Ec2kQ6
CONGRATUATIONS 🎉 to the following homerooms:
These homerooms attained the Maryland State Standard of 94% or above for students present during the month of October! Homerooms were celebrated this morning in the auditorium.🖤💛
6th Grade: Mrs. Mills--99%
7th Grade: Mrs. Carpenter--98%
8th Grade: Mr. Wilson--98%
Also, congratulations to the following individual students for AWESOME ATTENDANCE for the month of October. These students will be called down to the office sometime during Friday for their prize.
6th Grade: Dante Booth
7th Grade: Kylie Herald
8th Grade: James Calderon
Keep up the awesome work!
It's report card day!
The next monthly meeting of the Wicomico County Board of Education is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 10, 2026, in the Board of Education Auditorium at 101 Long Ave., Salisbury.
For this Board meeting, the Board will convene at 6:30 p.m. and immediately vote to go into closed session. The open portion of the meeting will begin at about 7 p.m. The agenda for this meeting is available at https://wicomico-schools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
To register for public comments, please visit the pre-registration page (https://board_public_comments.wicomicoschools.org/), which is open from November 3 - 9. Anyone unable to pre-register online may visit the school system office at 2424 Northgate Drive during business hours to fill out a paper copy of the pre-registration form.
This meeting will be livestreamed on the Watch Board Meetings page of the school system's website - www.wicomicoschools.org
Meetings are also viewable after they have ended at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/watch-board-meetings
For this Board meeting, the Board will convene at 6:30 p.m. and immediately vote to go into closed session. The open portion of the meeting will begin at about 7 p.m. The agenda for this meeting is available at https://wicomico-schools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
To register for public comments, please visit the pre-registration page (https://board_public_comments.wicomicoschools.org/), which is open from November 3 - 9. Anyone unable to pre-register online may visit the school system office at 2424 Northgate Drive during business hours to fill out a paper copy of the pre-registration form.
This meeting will be livestreamed on the Watch Board Meetings page of the school system's website - www.wicomicoschools.org
Meetings are also viewable after they have ended at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/watch-board-meetings
Important Calendar Reminders for the Next Week:
Friday, Oct. 30: End of 1st marking term
Sunday, Nov. 1 (2 a.m.): Daylight Saving Time ends; turn clocks back 1 hour.
Monday, Nov. 2: Staff professional day; schools closed for students
Tuesday, Nov. 3: Election Day; schools and Central Office closed
Thursday, Nov. 5: Report cards distributed
Friday, Oct. 30: End of 1st marking term
Sunday, Nov. 1 (2 a.m.): Daylight Saving Time ends; turn clocks back 1 hour.
Monday, Nov. 2: Staff professional day; schools closed for students
Tuesday, Nov. 3: Election Day; schools and Central Office closed
Thursday, Nov. 5: Report cards distributed
Ms. Claire Wagner, a Graphic Designer from Becker Morgan Group, visited our Graphic Arts Track of the City Stage Program for the Arts today to share her knowledge of the profession, provide examples from Becker Morgan Group’s portfolio, and to provide our students with practical career connections with the concepts they are learning in class. Of special note, Becker Morgan Group is currently the lead architectural and engineering firm designing our new Wicomico Middle School.
#Inspire #Create #Transform
Interested in Playing Sports in College?
WCPS families with students in grades 8–12 are invited to College Sports Information Night on Monday, November 9, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. in the Wicomico High School auditorium (Glen Avenue, Salisbury).
Learn about NCAA eligibility, creating highlight videos, college athletic requirements, and the recruiting process.
Register by November 4: https://forms.gle/kCxvmbsfsZmN47Wc9
Don’t miss this opportunity to help your student prepare for college athletics!
WCPS families with students in grades 8–12 are invited to College Sports Information Night on Monday, November 9, from 5:30–7:00 p.m. in the Wicomico High School auditorium (Glen Avenue, Salisbury).
Learn about NCAA eligibility, creating highlight videos, college athletic requirements, and the recruiting process.
Register by November 4: https://forms.gle/kCxvmbsfsZmN47Wc9
Don’t miss this opportunity to help your student prepare for college athletics!
City Stage Program for the Arts proudly invites Theatre and Dance families to enjoy Cookies and Cocoa as our students perform varieties of theatrical and danced based performances. Tickets are limited to 2 per program family, and will be provided to students in advance.
Event Date: Thursday, January 28, 2027
Event Time: 5:00-6:30 pm (Media Center)
Event Date: Thursday, January 28, 2027
Event Time: 5:00-6:30 pm (Media Center)
On Wednesday, October 21, 2026 our City Stage Program for the Arts Signature School Program performed "Thriller" at the WMS Fall Festival. In case you missed it, here is a video! WMS also had many other activities, community partners, and fun at the event, so stay tuned for more.
https://youtu.be/jBolH272LM0?si=o0IrdGGcSZB0mo79
#Inspire #Create #Transform
Roaring On from The Great Gatsby was performed by our City Stage Program for the Arts last evening at the WCPS Starlight School Night, A Family Learning Extravaganza at the Junior Achievement Center, and this evening you have another chance to see them in action…… and so much more!
https://youtu.be/HPK5syJuNkM?si=p-EC547y3IDsGdGM
DON’T FORGET- OUR ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL IS TONIGHT!
Join us from 4:00–6:00 PM for an evening full of fall fun, festivities, and community spirit!
Trunk or Treat
NJHS Bake Sale
Haunted House
City Stage Student Performance
And so much more!
Reminder: Students must have a signed permission slip to enter the haunted house.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and come enjoy an evening of fall fun! We can’t wait to see everyone there!
#FallFestival #WarriorPride #WarriorNation
On Tuesday, October 20, 2026 our Young Business Leaders and City Stage Program for the Arts Signature School Programs participated in the WCPS Starlight School Night, A Family Learning Extravaganza at the Junior Achievement Center. Program staff were able to share with families the benefits of the programs. A select group of students from YBL were able to share business pitches of recent capstone projects, CS Theatre and Dance Track students were able to perform a scene from “The Great Gatsby,” and CS Graphic Arts Track students were able to showcase a variety of digital art pieces from their portfolios with audience members.
Stay tuned for a video of our Theatre and Dance Track performance of “The Great Gatsby” and join us for our Annual Fall Festival this evening, October 21st, from 4:00–6:00 PM for an evening of fall fun, festive treats, and a “thrilling” performance you won’t want to miss! 🍂🧡
#PioneeringTomorrowsLeadersToday
#Inspire #Create #Transform
#FallFestival #WarriorPride #WarriorNation
Starlight School Night — A Family Learning Extravaganza is coming soon!
Join us Tuesday, October 20 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Junior Achievement Center (301 Tilghman Rd., Salisbury, MD 21804) for a fun night of learning and family fun!
Visit information tables about learning opportunities in our schools. Explore hands-on STEM activities, create art, enjoy student performances, visit the UMES STEM Mobile Lab and watch Young Business Leaders Fishbowl make their pitch and take the LEGO challenge. Boxed dinners will be provided (while supplies last). Interpreters will be available.
Come explore, play, and learn together at Starlight School Night!
Join us Tuesday, October 20 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Junior Achievement Center (301 Tilghman Rd., Salisbury, MD 21804) for a fun night of learning and family fun!
Visit information tables about learning opportunities in our schools. Explore hands-on STEM activities, create art, enjoy student performances, visit the UMES STEM Mobile Lab and watch Young Business Leaders Fishbowl make their pitch and take the LEGO challenge. Boxed dinners will be provided (while supplies last). Interpreters will be available.
Come explore, play, and learn together at Starlight School Night!
Calendar reminder: Schools are closed on Friday, Oct. 16 for students and most school staff, for the Maryland State Education Association Convention. Central Office and school offices are open.
A Superintendent's Open Door Session will take place from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7. Time with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Micah Stauffer is on a first-come, first-served basis, at the school system's main office at 2424 Northgate Drive, Salisbury.
The next monthly meeting of the Wicomico County Board of Education is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, October 13, 2026, in the Board of Education Auditorium at 101 Long Ave., Salisbury.
For this Board meeting, the Board will convene at 1:00 p.m. and immediately vote to go into closed session. The open portion of the meeting will begin at about 1:30 p.m. The agenda for this meeting is available at https://wicomico-schools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
To register for public comments, please visit the pre-registration page (https://board_public_comments.wicomicoschools.org/), which is open from October 6 - 12. Anyone unable to pre-register online may visit the school system office at 2424 Northgate Drive during business hours to fill out a paper copy of the pre-registration form.
This meeting will be livestreamed on the Watch Board Meetings page of the school system's website - www.wicomicoschools.org
Meetings are also viewable after they have ended at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/watch-board-meetings
For this Board meeting, the Board will convene at 1:00 p.m. and immediately vote to go into closed session. The open portion of the meeting will begin at about 1:30 p.m. The agenda for this meeting is available at https://wicomico-schools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
To register for public comments, please visit the pre-registration page (https://board_public_comments.wicomicoschools.org/), which is open from October 6 - 12. Anyone unable to pre-register online may visit the school system office at 2424 Northgate Drive during business hours to fill out a paper copy of the pre-registration form.
This meeting will be livestreamed on the Watch Board Meetings page of the school system's website - www.wicomicoschools.org
Meetings are also viewable after they have ended at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/watch-board-meetings
CONGRATULATIONS! 🎉 to the following homerooms:
6th Grade: Mr. Savage--98%
7th Grade: Ms. Batze--97%
8th Grade: Ms. Leggs--99%
🖤💛
These homerooms attained the Maryland State Standard of 94% or above for scholars present during the month of September! Homerooms were celebrated this morning for a small celebration in the auditorium.
🖤💛
#WarriorPride #WarriorNation
Wicomico Public Schools and Superintendent Dr. Micah Stauffer's 2026 - 27 "Plan for Success" is now available for reading on the Superintendent's web page at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/superintendent-of-schools
Wicomico County Public Schools is a CEP (Community Eligibility Provision) school system in which all students may eat meals at no charge. We’re pleased to provide meals for students to support good health and readiness for instruction. Thanks to the team at Salisbury Middle for letting us share these photos of a recent lunch shift. Find October breakfast and lunch menus for Wicomico students on the school system’s Food & Nutrition Services website: https://www.schoolnutritionandfitness.com/index.php?sid=1748883292658&page=menus&sm=10&sy=2026#/clicktoscroll