We’ve got an exciting week ahead! Check out the attached calendar for all the fun activities and important dates. 📅✨ Be sure to mark your calendars and stay up to date with everything going on. We can't wait to make more memories together! 🏡💖
Have a great weekend! 🌟
This weekend provides two opportunities to see students perform on stage, with Wicomico Middle presenting "The Big Bad Musical" today and Saturday and Wicomico High presenting "Clue" today, Saturday and Sunday. Come be entertained while supporting our talented students!
This post includes two more entertainment opportunities, including next week's audition information for the All County Musical, "Shrek." That show will be presented in the spring. In the meantime, the James M. Bennett High Rock & Roll Revival will have eight shows in the JMB Auditorium Feb.. 7-9 and 13-16, with seats reserved and tickets available now.
Revised letter day schedule for this week, after Wednesday's weather closing. Thursday is a C day.
Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted each week of classes during the school year. The schedule of letter days can be found on school web pages in Live Feed, on the school system's main website in Live Feed and the home page gallery, and on social media. The letter days schedule is provided in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
School Status Change for Thursday, Jan. 23: Due to road conditions from inclement weather, Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay Thursday, Jan. 23. We encourage bus drivers, other motorists and walkers to take their time and be safe. Breakfast will not be served at school. School will provide any additional details on the day’s schedule if needed.
Cambio de estatus de escuelas para Jueves 23 de Enero: Debido a las condiciones de las carreteras debido al mal tiempo, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico tendrán un retraso de 90 minutos el Jueves 23 de enero. Alentamos a los conductores de autobuses, a otros conductores y a los peatones a que se tomen su tiempo y estén seguros. No se servirá desayuno en la escuela. En caso de ser necesario, las escuelas proveerán cualquier detalle adicional sobre el horario del día.
Chanjman Estati Lekòl la pou Jedi 23 Janvye: Akòz kondisyon wout yo akòz move tan, Lekòl Leta Wicomico County pral gen yon reta 90 minit Jedi 23 janvye. Nou ankouraje chofè otobis yo, lòt chofè yo ak moun k ap mache pou yo pran tan yo epi yo an sekirite. Yo pap sèvi manje maten nan lekòl la. Lekòl la ap bay nenpòt detay adisyonèl sou orè jounen an si sa nesesè.
Due to schools being closed for inclement weather on Wednesday, Jan. 22, the Superintendent's Open Door Session that was scheduled for Jan. 22 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 29 from 4-6 p.m. at the school system's main office on Northgate Drive, Salisbury.
Status Announcement for Wicomico County Public Schools: Schools closed (Wednesday, Jan. 22), Central Office/School Offices open at 10 a.m.
Estatus para las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico (Miércoles 22 de Enero): Escuelas cerradas; Oficinas Central/Escolares abren a las 10 a.m.
Estati Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico (Mèkredi 22 Janvye): Lekòl yo op fèmen; Ofis Santral/Lekòl yo Ouvri 10 a.m.
🎉👏 We are excited to announce and celebrate our Fruitland Primary Teacher of the Year our Music Teacher - Mrs. Harvey!! 🎵🎶 Thank you for keeping music making fun and engaging for our students!! We wish you the best of luck as you continue on as a Semifinalist for Wicomico County Teacher of the Year!! 🌟🙌💙
Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted before each week of classes during the school year. The schedule of letter days can be found on school web pages in Live Feed, on the school system's main website in Live Feed and the home page gallery, and on social media. The letter days schedule is provided in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
Schools and offices of Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed Monday, Jan. 20 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Congratulations to our Sensational Skipper Spotlights!!
Students were nominated by staff members for showing our Skipper Pledge: I am Respectful. I am Responsible. I am Ready to Learn. I am Helpful.
Cha'Kyra - Second Grade - For showing Helpful by helping her her teacher and classmates
Leo - First Grade - For showing Responsible by trying his best every day
Henry - Kindergarten - For showing Respectful by listening close for the directions
Ja'Naiyah - Pre-Kindergarten - For showing Ready to Learn by being excited to learn something new every day
Keep up the great work, Skippers!
Happy Friday FPS Families! 🎉
The weekend is almost here, but before you go, don't forget to check out this week’s memo for important updates and mark your calendars for our upcoming dance event! 💃🕺 We can’t wait to see you there!
#FPSFamily #HappyFriday #WeeklyMemo #DanceEvent #CommunityFun
🌟❄️ Winter Wonderland Dance at Fruitland Primary School! ❄️🌟
Join us for a magical evening of fun, music, and dancing at our Winter Wonderland Dance! 🎶✨
📅 Date: January 31st 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Fruitland Primary School
Get dressed up and enjoy a DJed event with your FPS friends and family. Dinner will be served 🍽️
Important: Students must be accompanied by an adult. All tickets are $5 and must be paid in advance.
Don't miss out on this enchanting night! ✨❄️
Congratulations to our December Extra Mile Recipients recognized at Tuesday's Wicomico County Board of Education meeting. Each month, out of our 3,000 employees, we recognize three that have gone way above and beyond their normal work duties during the previous month!
ROSE BLOOD - Instructional Assistant at Glen Avenue Elementary (pictured are Glen Principal Michele McGoogan, EM recipient Rose Blood, Supt. Dr. Micah Stauffer, Board Member Allen Brown and Glen Avenue School Program Coordinator Kyle Beebe)
KEVIN SIMPKINS - Construction Manager - Mardela Middle & High School Renovation (pictured are Senior Construction Manager Joe Vignale, EM Recipient Kevin Simpkins, Supt. Dr. Micah Stauffer, and Board Member Allen Brown )
MALLORY WAINWRIGHT - School Counselor at Fruitland Primary (pictured are EM Recipient Mallory Wainwright with Supt. Dr. Micah Stauffer, Board Member Allen Brown and Fruitland Primary Principal Parris Abt)
If you see these three Wicomico Schools employees in your travels, please say "Thank You" for going the Extra Mile!
#ExtraMileAwardWinners
School Status Change for Tuesday, Jan. 14: Due to road conditions from inclement weather, Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay Tuesday, Jan. 14. We encourage bus drivers, other drivers and walkers to take their time and be safe. Breakfast will not be served at school. School will provide any additional details on the day’s schedule if needed.
Cambio de estatus de escuelas para Martes 14 de Enero: Debido a las condiciones de las carreteras debido al mal tiempo, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico tendrán un retraso de 90 minutos el martes 14 de enero. Alentamos a los conductores de autobuses, a otros conductores y a los peatones a que se tomen su tiempo y estén seguros. No se servirá desayuno en la escuela. En caso de ser necesario, las escuelas proveerán cualquier detalle adicional sobre el horario del día.
Chanjman Estati Lekòl la pou Madi 14 Janvye: Akòz kondisyon wout yo akòz move tan, Lekòl Leta Wicomico County pral gen yon reta 90 minit Madi 14 janvye. Nou ankouraje chofè otobis yo, lòt chofè yo ak moun k ap mache pou yo pran tan yo epi yo an sekirite. Yo pap sèvi manje maten nan lekòl la. Lekòl la ap bay nenpòt detay adisyonèl sou orè jounen an si sa nesesè.
School hours (regular, and with a 90-minute delay) / Horario de Clases (regular y con 90 minutos de retraso / Orè lekòl (regilye, ak yon 90-minit reta): https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/school-hours-regular-90-minute-delay
Our students and staff members are FINALLY returning to school on Monday, Jan. 13, with a 90-minute delay. Monday is a C day, and here is the letter day schedule for this week.
Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted before each week of classes during the school year. The schedule of letter days can be found on school web pages in Live Feed, on the school system's main website in Live Feed and the home page gallery, and on social media. The letter days schedule is provided in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
School Status Change for Monday, Jan. 13: Due to road conditions from inclement weather, Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay Monday, Jan. 13. We are aware there are still some snow- or ice-covered spots in our county, and we encourage bus drivers, other drivers and walkers to take their time and be safe. Breakfast will not be served at school. School will provide any additional details on the day’s schedule if needed.
School hours (regular, and with a 90-minute delay) / Horario de Clases (regular y con 90 minutos de retraso / Orè lekòl (regilye, ak yon 90-minit reta):
https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/school-hours-regular-90-minute-delay
Cambio de estatus de escuelas para Lunes 13 de Enero: Debido a las condiciones de las carreteras debido al mal tiempo, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico tendrán un retraso de 90 minutos el lunes 13 de enero. Somos conscientes de que todavía hay algunos lugares cubiertos de nieve o hielo en nuestro condado y alentamos a los conductores de autobuses, a otros conductores y a los peatones a que se tomen su tiempo y estén seguros. No se servirá desayuno en la escuela. En caso de ser necesario, las escuelas proveerán cualquier detalle adicional sobre el horario del día.
Chanjman Estati Lekòl la pou Lendi 13 Janvye: Akòz kondisyon wout yo akòz move tan, Lekòl Leta Wicomico County pral gen yon reta 90 minit lendi 13 janvye. Nou konnen genyen kèk kote ki kouvri ak nèj oswa glas nan konte nou an, epi nou ankouraje chofè otobis yo, lòt chofè yo ak moun k ap mache pou yo pran tan yo epi yo an sekirite. Yo pap sèvi manje maten nan lekòl la. Lekòl la ap bay nenpòt detay adisyonèl sou orè jounen an si sa nesesè.
This is a message from the Communications team of Wicomico County Public Schools regarding the status for our school system for tomorrow, Friday, January 10th. On Friday, schools will be closed. The Central Office and school offices will open at 10 a.m. We are looking forward to welcoming back all of our students and staff for school on Monday. Please be safe. Thank you.
Estatus para las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico (Viernes 10 de Enero): Escuelas cerradas mañana; Oficinas Central/Escolares abren a las 10 a.m.
Estati Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico (Vandredi 10 Janvye): Lekòl yo op fèmen demen; Ofis Santral/Lekòl yo Ouvri 10 a.m.
Here we go again with another snow day. ... Wicomico County continues to recover from Monday's snowstorm, and many roads and sidewalks throughout our county are not yet ready to safely accommodate school buses and walkers on Thursday, Jan. 9th.
Status Announcement for Wicomico County Public Schools: Schools closed tomorrow (Thursday, Jan. 9), Central Office/School Offices open at 10 a.m.
Estatus para las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico (Jueves 9 de Enero): Escuelas cerradas mañana; Oficinas Central/Escolares abren a las 10 a.m.
Estati Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico (Jedi 9 Janvye): Lekòl yo op fèmen demen; Ofis Santral/Lekòl yo Ouvri 10 a.m.
Status Announcement for Wicomico County Public Schools: Schools closed tomorrow (Wednesday, Jan. 8), Central Office/School Offices open at 10 a.m.
Estatus para las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico (Miércoles 8 de Enero): Escuelas cerradas mañana; Oficinas Central/Escolares abren a las 10 a.m.
Estati Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico (Mèkredi 8 Janvye): Lekòl yo op fèmen demen; Ofis Santral/Lekòl yo Ouvri 10 a.m.
Status Alert for Wicomico County Public Schools (Tuesday, Jan. 7): Due to inclement weather, Wicomico County Public Schools & Central Office will be closed tomorrow.
Estatus de Alerta (Martes 7 de Enero): Debido a la inclemencia en el tiempo, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico y Oficina central estarán cerradas mañana.
Alèt Estati (Madi 7 Janvye): Akòz de move tan, Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico ak Ofis Santral yo ap fèmen demen.
