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.
Thanks to all of the dedicated leaders from throughout Wicomico County Public Schools who committed their Thursday to taking part in the School Safety Summit, held at James M. Bennett High. The summit was put on by the Department of School Climate and Safety,, and was led by Tara O'Barsky, Director of School Climate & Safety, and members of her team.
The day's focus was on the first of Superintendent of Schools Dr. Micah Stauffer's strategic priorities: School Climate & Safety. Participants learned more about:
Physical Safety Layers (Preparing a Safe Physical Environment)
Setting the Foundation for Psychological Safety (Building a Strong Social Environment)
Tiered Response to Psychological Safety (Ensuring a Strong Attentive Environment)
Our schools and school system are preparing for a great 2025-2026 school year with safe learning environments that support learning, student achievement and engagement, a high-performing workforce, and ample opportunity for family and community engagement.
📣 6th Grade Orientation Coming Soon!
We’re excited to welcome our new 6th graders! Orientation sessions will be held on Monday, August 11th and Tuesday, August 12th.
📅 Choose the date that works best for your schedule — all sessions will cover the same information.
📌 For full details, please check out the flyer!
We can’t wait to see you there!
Woo Hoo! JUST 5 WEEKS AWAY!!! The annual “Fresh Start: A Wicomico County Back-to-School Event” is returning on Sunday, August 24th at the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
This is for Wicomico County students in-need from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Students will receive a Free backpack along with several essential school supplies (while supplies last, as this is first-come, first-served). A child must be present with an adult to receive school supplies.
-Free Backpacks
-Free Essential School Supplies
-Free Haircuts & Braiding
-Fun Activities
-Info about the upcoming school year
-Community programming
-Health Information and more
Mark your calendar for Sunday, August 24th, starting at 1 p.m. at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center! For more information, log onto wicomicorecandparks.org or contact tobarsky@mywcps.org
Also, "Thanks" to our growing list of sponsors for making this possible for Wicomico County students.
#LearningTodayLeadingTomorrow
#WicomicoCountyPublicSchools
This is for Wicomico County students in-need from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Students will receive a Free backpack along with several essential school supplies (while supplies last, as this is first-come, first-served). A child must be present with an adult to receive school supplies.
-Free Backpacks
-Free Essential School Supplies
-Free Haircuts & Braiding
-Fun Activities
-Info about the upcoming school year
-Community programming
-Health Information and more
Mark your calendar for Sunday, August 24th, starting at 1 p.m. at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center! For more information, log onto wicomicorecandparks.org or contact tobarsky@mywcps.org
Also, "Thanks" to our growing list of sponsors for making this possible for Wicomico County students.
#LearningTodayLeadingTomorrow
#WicomicoCountyPublicSchools
Wishing everyone a Happy Fourth of July and Independence Day on Friday! Schools and offices will be closed Friday and will reopen on Monday, July 7.
📚 School Supply Drive Alert! 🎒
SMS is hosting a School Supply Drive from June 27 through August 15! Help us get our students ready for a great school year by donating new school supplies.
📅 Dates: June 27 – August 15
📍 Contact: Mrs. Mitchell with any questions
📎 See the attached flyer for more details!
Thank you for supporting our students and community! 💙
📢 Free Summer Lunches Are Here! 🍽️
We’re excited to kick off our free lunch program for June and July! 🥪🍎
📅 Lunches start TODAY!
🕦 Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Location: SMS Bus Ramp
Come by and grab a delicious, nutritious meal—no cost, no sign-up needed!
📌 Attached are the menus for June and July!
Please share to spread the word! 💬
🌞 Free Summer Meals for Kids & Teens!
🍽️ Starting June 23rd, students 18 and under can enjoy free summer meals! Help keep our kids healthy and fueled all summer long. Come meet us at the SMS Bus Ramp! ☀️
📩 Have questions? Reach out to Dawn Mitchell for more information.
🌞 Free Summer Meals for Kids & Teens! 🍽️
Starting June 23rd, students 18 and under can enjoy free summer meals!
Help keep our kids healthy and fueled all summer long. ☀️
📩 Have questions? Reach out to Dawn Mitchell for more information.
Reminder of the schedule for the last week of school, June 9-13.
✨ The countdown is ON — only 1 WEEK until the 8th Grade Disco Formal! ✨🪩
📆June 6th
🕔 5 PM – 7 PM
📍 Disco vibes, dancing, and fun await!
Get those outfits ready and practice your best dance moves — it’s almost time to shine under the disco ball! 🌟🕺💃
📸 Check the flyer for all the groovy details.
Let’s make it a night to remember!
See the attached flyer for the Children’s Health Fair — a fun, free, and educational event focused on keeping our kids healthy, happy, and thriving!
🚨 REMINDER: A FEW DAYS LEFT! 🚨
The Mental Health Matters Month - Self-Care Challenge is almost over! Don’t forget to send in your pics and participate before it’s too late. 🌟
📸 How to Enter:
1. Join the self-care activities.
2. Snap a pic of your self-care moments.
3. Email your photos to dmitchell@mywcps.org
You could WIN amazing raffle prizes! 🎁
Hurry – only a few days left to join in and show us how you’re taking care of your mental health! 💚
We wish all of our students, families and staff a wonderful weekend. Monday all schools and offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
✨Get ready to dance, 8th graders! ✨🪩
The 8th Grade Formal is coming up on June 6th from 5 PM to 7 PM, and this year’s theme is DISCO NIGHT! 🌈🕺💃
Break out the glitter, platform shoes, and groovy vibes — it's time to dance the night away under the disco ball! 🎶🎉
📍 Check the flyer for all the details.
📸 Don't forget your camera — it's going to be a night to remember!
Let’s make it a funky finale to 8th grade! 🥳
