Next week is a full week of school, but Winter Break will soon be upon us. Here are key dates to keep in mind for Winter Break.
Due to inclement weather, Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay today (Dec. 5). Breakfast will not be served in school. Students should follow their school’s instructions regarding the day’s schedule. Please be safe. Thank you.
State testing starts tomorrow December 1 and runs through Dec. 18. Students that are required to test, are asked to arrive on time and bring your school device and charger. No personal electronics during testing. If you have questions, contact Mr. Smith.
The Wicomico County Board of Education held a work session on November 25, 2025, that included the review of policies being moved forward to the December 9, 2025, Board Meeting. Those policies are available for public review at this link: https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/policy-creation-review
Individuals wishing to provide comments on any of the policies before the Board meeting may send their thoughts to comments@mywcps.org or mail them to Dr. Brian Raygor, Wicomico County Public Schools, 2424 Northgate Drive, Salisbury, MD 21802
Individuals wishing to provide comments on any of the policies before the Board meeting may send their thoughts to comments@mywcps.org or mail them to Dr. Brian Raygor, Wicomico County Public Schools, 2424 Northgate Drive, Salisbury, MD 21802
🎓 Shoutout to Evening High School student Michael !
Last week, Michael visited Beaver Run Elementary School and the Judy Center to complete his service-learning hours for graduation. 🙌
He spent time helping with the little ones and even made delicious sugar cookies 🍪 just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday! 🦃✨
A HUGE thank you to Mrs. Twilley (Beaver Run), Mrs. Jamison (Pupil Personnel Worker), and Mrs. Wiltbank (Evening High School Counselor) for making this opportunity possible! 💙
#ServiceLearning #StudentSuccess #EveningHighSchool #CommunityEngagement #ThanksgivingVibes #FutureGraduate
Last week, Michael visited Beaver Run Elementary School and the Judy Center to complete his service-learning hours for graduation. 🙌
He spent time helping with the little ones and even made delicious sugar cookies 🍪 just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday! 🦃✨
A HUGE thank you to Mrs. Twilley (Beaver Run), Mrs. Jamison (Pupil Personnel Worker), and Mrs. Wiltbank (Evening High School Counselor) for making this opportunity possible! 💙
#ServiceLearning #StudentSuccess #EveningHighSchool #CommunityEngagement #ThanksgivingVibes #FutureGraduate
💬 Real-World Learning in Action!
Earlier this week, students in our Foundations of Government class explored key constitutional principles, including Miranda v. Arizona, the Fourth Amendment, and the related case New Jersey v. T.L.O.
Students took the discussion to the next level by inviting our School Resource Officer to join the conversation. The result? Insightful questions, meaningful dialogue, and a deeper understanding of how these cases impact our rights today.
👏 Way to go, students, for making learning interactive and relevant!
#CivicEngagement #StudentVoice #ActiveLearning #EveningHSPride
Earlier this week, students in our Foundations of Government class explored key constitutional principles, including Miranda v. Arizona, the Fourth Amendment, and the related case New Jersey v. T.L.O.
Students took the discussion to the next level by inviting our School Resource Officer to join the conversation. The result? Insightful questions, meaningful dialogue, and a deeper understanding of how these cases impact our rights today.
👏 Way to go, students, for making learning interactive and relevant!
#CivicEngagement #StudentVoice #ActiveLearning #EveningHSPride
Reminder about next week's schedule: Following regular school and work days on Monday and Tuesday, Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed Wednesday through Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday break.
🎉 Huge Shoutout to Our Evening High School Students! 🎉
We’re celebrating amazing attendance for Marking Term 1!
✅ 20 students had 2 or fewer absences during the first term.
🏆 6 of those students achieved PERFECT attendance!
👏 Congratulations to all of these dedicated students—you’re setting the bar high!
We’re proud to continue supporting Wicomico County Public Schools’ “Arrive to Thrive” campaign. Let’s keep showing up and thriving together!
#ArriveToThrive #StudentSuccess #WicomicoPride #PerfectAttendance
We’re celebrating amazing attendance for Marking Term 1!
✅ 20 students had 2 or fewer absences during the first term.
🏆 6 of those students achieved PERFECT attendance!
👏 Congratulations to all of these dedicated students—you’re setting the bar high!
We’re proud to continue supporting Wicomico County Public Schools’ “Arrive to Thrive” campaign. Let’s keep showing up and thriving together!
#ArriveToThrive #StudentSuccess #WicomicoPride #PerfectAttendance
📣 Calling All Wicomico Evening High School Students! 🦉
Show your school pride and creativity in our Spirit Design Contest!
We’re looking for original artwork or slogans that capture what it means to be an OWL at Wicomico Evening High School.
🎨 Your design could be featured on school merch—t-shirts, hoodies, lanyards, and stickers!
How to Enter:
✅ Submit your original slogan, artwork, or both
✅ Include our OWL mascot if you can
✅ Submissions are due by December 5th, 2025
✅ Send entries to the following Google form: https://forms.gle/bJDw73rekkpj6st16
🏆 Winners will receive free school merch featuring their design and a special shoutout in our school announcements!
Be creative. Be proud. Be an OWL. 🦉
#WicomicoEveningHigh #OwlPride #StudentDesignContest #SchoolSpirit
See Mr. Smith for Questions.
Show your school pride and creativity in our Spirit Design Contest!
We’re looking for original artwork or slogans that capture what it means to be an OWL at Wicomico Evening High School.
🎨 Your design could be featured on school merch—t-shirts, hoodies, lanyards, and stickers!
How to Enter:
✅ Submit your original slogan, artwork, or both
✅ Include our OWL mascot if you can
✅ Submissions are due by December 5th, 2025
✅ Send entries to the following Google form: https://forms.gle/bJDw73rekkpj6st16
🏆 Winners will receive free school merch featuring their design and a special shoutout in our school announcements!
Be creative. Be proud. Be an OWL. 🦉
#WicomicoEveningHigh #OwlPride #StudentDesignContest #SchoolSpirit
See Mr. Smith for Questions.
Every day, and particularly on Veterans Day, we honor and thank school staff, family members, graduates and others in our community who are veterans. Thank you for your service!
Have you checked out the eBulletinBoard on our website recently? Here are flyers for some events for students and families within the next few days.. Check out flyers for:
Thursday: Veterans Day Career Carnival (12-5 p.m.), Community Meal at St. James AME Zion Church (4:30-6:30 p.m.)
Friday through Sunday: Community Players of Salisbury presents the musical Annie
Saturday: STEM Saturday for grades 4-8 (registration required); The Big Fall Hangout at St. James AME Zion Church (12-3 p.m.)
Sunday: Harlem Wizards, including the Wizards taking on school system teachers and staff (3 p.m.)
Monday: Try DI Night (6-7:30 p.m.)
You'll find even more flyers at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/o/wcps/page/ebulletinboard#/
The eBulletinBoard features flyers from the school system and community for a wide range of activities and services for families. Visit the eBulletinBoard on our website or on any school website by clicking the eBulletinBoard button under the home page photo gallery. Flyers may be submitted for review on that page as well.
Reminder: Daylight Saving Time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday. Be sure to set your clocks back one hour so you can enjoy that 1-2 a.m. hour all over again.
News from Wicomico County Public Schools:
The first Superintendent's Open Door Session of the 2025-2026 school year will take place from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. 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.
Reminders: The 1st marking term will end Thursday, Oct. 30. On Friday, Oct. 31, schools have a professional day for staff, and students do not attend.
The first Superintendent's Open Door Session of the 2025-2026 school year will take place from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. 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.
Reminders: The 1st marking term will end Thursday, Oct. 30. On Friday, Oct. 31, schools have a professional day for staff, and students do not attend.
Calendar Reminder: Schools are closed this Friday, Oct. 17 for the Maryland State Education Association Convention. The Central Office and school offices will be open.
Note for Wednesday, Oct. 1: Term 1 mid-term progress reports will come out Oct. 1 for students in grades 1-12. Be sure to review the progress report with the student to celebrate successes and set goals at the midpoint of the marking term.
Wicomico County Public Schools and the Wicomico County Board of Education extend their condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of former Superintendent of Schools William T. "Bill" Middleton III. Mr. Middleton served the school system for 40 years and continued to serve his community and public education long after his retirement.
Originally hired as a member of the summer paint crew and then as a teacher, Mr. Middleton held a number of positions with the school system, retiring after serving as Superintendent of Schools from 1995 to 2002. He was also a renowned auctioneer, and for many years hosted Travelogue presentations.
We are thankful for the many years he spent with Wicomico County Public Schools, from his time as a student in Pittsville to his years as superintendent.. Learn more about Mr. Middleton: https://www.hollowayfh.com/obituaries/William-T-Bill-Middleton-Iii?obId=45393379
Originally hired as a member of the summer paint crew and then as a teacher, Mr. Middleton held a number of positions with the school system, retiring after serving as Superintendent of Schools from 1995 to 2002. He was also a renowned auctioneer, and for many years hosted Travelogue presentations.
We are thankful for the many years he spent with Wicomico County Public Schools, from his time as a student in Pittsville to his years as superintendent.. Learn more about Mr. Middleton: https://www.hollowayfh.com/obituaries/William-T-Bill-Middleton-Iii?obId=45393379
Have you checked out our eBulletinBoard on our website recently? It features flyers from the school system and community for a wide range of activities and services for families. Visit the eBulletinBoard on our website or on any school website by clicking the eBulletinBoard button under the home page photo gallery. Flyers may be submitted for review on that page as well.
Here are five of the current flyers from nonprofits, government agencies and health care organizations. You'll find many more at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/o/wcps/page/ebulletinboard#/
Here are five of the current flyers from nonprofits, government agencies and health care organizations. You'll find many more at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/o/wcps/page/ebulletinboard#/
Scenes from a celebration: Check out the joy today as all of Wicomico High School packed the auditorium to celebrate WiHi ESOL teacher and 2025-2026 Wicomico Teacher of the Year Emma Cohn Matthews for being one of seven finalists for Maryland Teacher of the Year! Superintendent of Schools Dr. Micah Stauffer and Principal Dr. Undrea Blake were delighted to have the WiHi band, cheerleaders, and all students and staff join in the celebration.
Mrs. Cohn Matthews will have her state panel interview soon. The Maryland Teacher of the Year Gala will be held Sept. 26, ending with the announcement of one of the finalists as the next Maryland Teacher of the Year. Good luck, Mrs. Cohn Matthews! You're an excellent representative of your school and school system, and of all Wicomico teachers.
Mrs. Cohn Matthews will have her state panel interview soon. The Maryland Teacher of the Year Gala will be held Sept. 26, ending with the announcement of one of the finalists as the next Maryland Teacher of the Year. Good luck, Mrs. Cohn Matthews! You're an excellent representative of your school and school system, and of all Wicomico teachers.
Please note that schools and offices of Wicomico County Public Schools will open at 11 a.m. Thursday so that all staff members may attend a Staff Kickoff Celebration for the 2025-2026 school year.
Wicomico County Public Schools successfully applied for a partnership with Soles4Souls through its 4EveryKid campaign. This campaign provides brand-new sneakers to students in need. Wicomico Schools received 250 pairs of sneakers and Bombas socks to distribute to identified students, based on available sizes.
At a distribution event held at East Salisbury Elementary this week for, 54 students from throughout Wicomico Schools received a new pair of sneakers for the school year, with able assistance from the team of Community School Coordinators.
The initial outreach was to families of students identified by pupil personnel workers as a family in transition. If there are still shoes and socks available when these students have been served, Wicomico’s Student & Family Services may provide shoes to other students and scholars who are in need.
At a distribution event held at East Salisbury Elementary this week for, 54 students from throughout Wicomico Schools received a new pair of sneakers for the school year, with able assistance from the team of Community School Coordinators.
The initial outreach was to families of students identified by pupil personnel workers as a family in transition. If there are still shoes and socks available when these students have been served, Wicomico’s Student & Family Services may provide shoes to other students and scholars who are in need.
