We are excited to share that Ms. Stephanie Poltrack (Young Business Leaders Science Teacher) and Mr. James McCrobie (Young Business Leaders Program Liaison) have partnered with the Maryland Agricultural Education Foundation, Inc. (MAEF) to pilot an Aeroponics Grow Tower in the classroom. Today was the start of a Professional Development experience with SUNY Potsdam College on effective uses of the grow tower with our students.
Not only will students learn how to connect agriculture with the science curriculum, but they will be exploring how alternative forms of agriculture can have many business and entrepreneurial impacts with such a growing population to support.
We know…
Students who grow food, try new foods.
Students who grow food, eat healthier foods.
Students who grow food, increase their physical activity.
Students who grow food, understand and can communicate the source and value of agriculture.
Students who grow food, are more engaged in the learning experience.
The list goes on!
Stay tuned for updates as our Young Business Leaders dive into learning with our grow tower!
CONGRATUATIONS to the following homerooms:
6th Grade: Mr. Mapp (97%)
7th Grade: Ms. Hastings (97%)
8th Grade: Ms. Lilly (94%)
These homerooms attained the Maryland State Standard of 94% or above for students present during the months of December/January! These homerooms were called to the auditorium Friday, 2/14/15 at the start of homeroom for a small celebration.
We know families and staff are wondering about tomorrow's school status, so we wanted to let everyone know that as of now, we anticipate opening on time and in schools Thursday, Feb. 13. If there were foggy conditions in the morning that necessitated a delay, families and staff would be notified through the usual process. We look forward to seeing everyone in school bright and early tomorrow.
We have 2 more Quarterly Attendance Incentives left for the year! Keep up with the awesome work scholars with school attendance! 🖤💛 Our individual and homeroom
attendance incentives will also be continuing!
Important update on the status of Wicomico County Public Schools for Wednesday, Feb. 12:
On Wednesday, Wicomico Schools will have a virtual learning day. Students were sent home with laptops and/or other learning materials. Please check the messages from your student’s school (or the school or schools where you work) for virtual learning day instructions.
Those who work in the Central Office and school offices will work remotely on Wednesday, as informed by email before 6:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Please be safe.
Today the Wicomico County Board of Education approved a final 2024-2025 school calendar adjustment to make up for one of the days missed in January. As preferred by the most people who responded to a survey on makeup day options, and as recommended by the Superintendent and his team, the Board approved changing the Feb. 17 Presidents Day holiday to a day of school with 3-hour early dismissal.
Of the nearly 5,400 responses to the school system’s calendar adjustment survey, more (45%) favored making up a missed school day from January with a school day with 3-hour early dismissal on Monday, Feb. 17 than on either of the other two potential dates. Please plan accordingly.
6th Young Business Leaders Signature School Program students are currently creating a Business Model Canvas (BMC), a one-page “graphic organizer” of all the key components needed to create a business.
Students have started creating this Business Model by identifying the Problem, the Customer, and the Solution. Next, they outline the other factors entrepreneurs consider when building a business: Unique Value Proposition of their solution, costs, metrics, revenue, selling channels, and customer relationships.
Due to expectant inclement weather, the Wicomico County Board of Education meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Feb.. 11 at 7 p.m. will now be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday. The meeting will still be held at 101 Long Ave., Salisbury.
In anticipation of winter weather affecting the school schedule this week, please note that students will bring home laptops and other materials today. (We recognize this may require students to transport materials back and forth, but it is necessary to be prepared in case snow comes sooner than is currently predicted.)
Tomorrow (Tuesday, Feb. 11) will be a school day, but we are announcing now that schools will dismiss 3 hours early on Tuesday, with no after-school or evening activities. Wicomico County Public Schools is prepared to have a virtual learning day on Wednesday, Feb. 12 if needed.
School families and staff should remain alert for other school status updates this week.
The highest level of support on a recent calendar adjustment survey favored making up a missed school day from January by having a school day with early dismissal on Monday, Feb. 17. This calendar adjustment has been recommended to the Board of Education, which will vote on it at its meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 11.
🎉🐝 Wicomico Middle School Spelling Bee Champions & Participants! 🐝🎉
We are thrilled to announce this year's WMS Spelling Bee winners: Megan Barrientos (7th grade) and Reva Jackson (7th grade)! 🏆 These talented spellers will proudly represent Wicomico Middle School at the Regional Spelling Bee held at UMES! 🌟
A HUGE congratulations to the 27 incredible students who advanced from their class Spelling Bees to participate in the school-wide competition! 🎤📖 Your hard work, preparation, and courage to compete in front of your peers were truly inspiring. 💛
Let’s give a big round of applause to all of our participants, and a special cheer for Megan and Reva as they head to Regionals. Your WMS family is rooting for you! 💪✨
#WarriorStrong #SpellingBeeChampions #RoadToRegionals #SpellingBeeSUPERStars
We are excited to share that the Young Business Leaders Signature School Program now has its own Facebook page.
Please like and follow us!
www.facebook.com/WMSYoungBusinessLeaders
School-wide happenings will still be posted on the Wicomico Middle page; however, this program specific page will allow you to see happenings specific to the program.
You could enjoy a two-show day on this wintry day while supporting our students in the performing arts. At 2 p.m. Saturday, catch the James M. Bennett High Rock & Roll Revival in the JMB Auditorium. At 7 p.m. Saturday, join the Parkside Players in the Parkside High Auditorium to enjoy "Snoopy: The Musical." Don't miss these great productions featuring our high school students.
Parkside Players' "Snoopy: The Musical" will also be performed at 2 p.m. Sunday, in the Parkside Auditorium. Thanks to the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore for providing a grant to support this musical and its educational outreach to young theatergoers. Tickets are $10 cash at the door.
The JMB Rock & Roll Revival also has shows at 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, then Feb. 13-16. Tickets are $25. This show is presented by the JMB PTSA, and proceeds support the entire school. Tickets and information: https://jmbrockandrollrevival.com/home/show-dates/https://jmbrockandrollrevival.com/home/show-dates/
You'll find these and other events and activities for youth and families on our eBulletinBoard. Flyers for several upcoming school events are included in this post. To see more, including flyers from our community, visit the eBulletinBoard: https://www.wicomicoschools.org/o/wcps/page/ebulletinboard
Big shout-out to our school counselors 6th grade Mrs. Lindsey Supe, 7th grade Ms. Idelmi Tawiah, 8th grade Mr. Leroy Satchell. And another big shout-out to our guidance department team. They got recognized by an amazing lunch by principal Branham courtesy of Olive Garden. Thank you guidance department for your continued efforts for our students and staff. Warrior strong 🖤💛💪🏾
Congratulations to the 575 scholars that were able to attend the Game Day Attendance Incentive today. These students have not missed more than 5 days of school so far this school year! They enjoyed snacks/drinks, music, games, coloring, socializing, and some even decided to catch up on assignments. Keep up the great work scholars! More incentives to come! #WiMiddlePride🖤💛
Congratulations to these Wi-Middle scholars for great attendance during the months of December and January! They were entered in a drawing to win an Arby's $10 gift card! 🎉💛🖤 Keep up the great work!
The Wicomico County Board of Education will hold a public budget hearing at 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 6 in the Board Auditorium at 101 Long Ave., Salisbury. All are invited to attend to give input for next year's school system budget.
Reminder: Monday, Feb. 3 is a regular school day instead of the originally approved professional day. Feb 3 will make up one of the days schools were closed due to winter weather. We look forward to seeing all of our students Monday morning for the start of the 3rd marking term and 2nd semester.
Jan. 31 is the last day of the 2nd marking term and the 1st semester. It is also an early dismissal day for students, with schools dismissing 3 hours early.
If you are looking for something to do this weekend, please consider supporting the Wicomico Middle performance of “The Big Bad Musical” with two more shows Saturday, 1/25/25 at 2:00 pm and 6:30 pm.
These students under the direction of Mrs. Britinie Jordan and Mr. Brooks Williams are absolutely amazing and we are positive you and your kids will enjoy the show.
As an audience member, you will get to see favorite fairy tale characters including Little Red Riding Hood, Fairy Godmother, the Evil Step Mother, the 3 little pigs, The Big Bad wolf of course and so many more. You will be responsible for Mr. Big B. Wolf's fate...will you choose guilty or innocent once you hear the WHOLE TRUTH of the matters...
This musical is great for young children as it is only 60 minutes and features some of their favorite characters.
Adult Tickets $8.00
Students/Children $5.00
