UPDATE 12:22 PM: At this time, the LOCKDOWN at Ocean City Elementary School has been lifted. All students and staff are safe, and the threat has been deemed unverified.
We are working with law enforcement to dismiss students at the regularly scheduled early dismissal time of 1:00 p.m. with an increased presence of law enforcement.
Parents wishing to pick up their child, must use Keyser Point Road and turn east onto Center Drive. Law enforcement and school system officials will direct parents through the route to pick up their child at their regular dismissal doors.
Buses will utilize the same route.
We ask for your patience and understanding as dismissal will take more time. Thank you for your continued cooperation.
Ocean City Elementary School is currently in a LOCKDOWN safety status due to a verbal threat. Our emergency response procedures have been activated, and we will provide further information as it becomes available. Please know we are working diligently to keep our students and staff safe at this time.
IMPORTANT: Due to impending inclement weather, WCPS will close three hours early on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. Buses will operate accordingly. All afterschool, evening, and adult education classes are also cancelled. Please note that WTHS AM classes will continue as scheduled.
📅✨ Save the Date: Media Expo 2025! ✨🎬
Mark your calendars for the Media Expo Awards Ceremony, where we celebrate the creativity and innovation of our talented WCPS students!
📍 When: Thursday, March 20, 2025
📍 Where: Snow Hill High School
🕔 Gallery Opens: 5:00 PM
🏆 Awards Ceremonies:
Elementary (PreK–5): 6:00 PM
Secondary (Grades 6–12): 7:00 PM (or following Elementary)
📢 What’s Happening Now?
✔️ Entries will be judged throughout February.
🥇🥈 Medal winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony!
🎥 Can’t attend in person? The event will be live-streamed so everyone can celebrate our students’ achievements!
We can’t wait to honor the hard work, creativity, and talent of WCPS students—see you there!
#WCPSMediaExpo #SaveTheDate #CreativityInAction #TechForEducation #CelebratingInnovation
Today at Worcester Technical High School, I had the honor of presenting Superintendent Challenge Coins to Jaylin Q., Zoey R., Hope C., and Keira L., students in Dr. Makuchal's nursing program. These remarkable young women went above and beyond, embodying our Worcester County Public Schools' motto, "People Make the Difference", while providing compassionate hospice care after school. Their kindness, dedication, and selflessness are a true reflection of the values instilled in them by their families, who proudly joined us for this special recognition. -LT #WeAreWorcester #MakingADifference #KindnessMatters
WCPS families, time is running out to share your feedback on the different options for the 2025-2026 WCPS calendar. Make your voice heard and take the survey before it closes on February 7, at https://tejoin.com/scroll/748536466.
We are beyond grateful for the incredible support of our community partners, First Financial Federal Credit Union! Their generosity makes a real difference in our programs, including a recent $5,000 donation to Families in Transition and $2,500 to our Judy Center Baby Shower. Thank you for investing in our families and community! #WeAreWorcester #PartnershipsInAction
Congratulations to our PHS & SDHS student athletes recognized today by the Worcester County Commissioners for bringing home state titles during the fall sports season, and to WTHS's SkillsUSA for their proclamation recognizing SkillsUSA Week! #WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
Art Teachers from Worcester and Wicomico Counties participated in a great professional learning session on visual journaling, student visual storytelling, and new techniques and materials. Thank you to Michael Bell and Dana Dumont our artists/presenters who shared so many great ideas and materials. Special thanks to AEMS (Arts Education in Maryland Schools) for their funding for this event!
Join Us to learn more about the Blueprint for Maryland's Future in one of our upcoming learning sessions! Join us in person at the WCPS Board of Education Office or watch online via livestream!
February 19, 2025, 5:30 p.m. - Chief Academic Officers Denise Shorts and Annette Wallace will share progress on WCPS' implementation of Pillars One (Early Childhood Education) and Three (College & Career Readiness) is going. (Livestream link: https://youtube.com/live/OEDsO4QKeGI)
March 12, 2025, 5:40 p.m. - Chief Operations and Human Relations Officer Dwayne Abt and Coordinator of Student Health Services Lauren Williams share progress on Pillars Two (High Quality and Diverse Teachers and Leaders) and Four (Resources for Students to be Successful). (Livestream link: https://youtube.com/live/M27PHb89he4)
February is nationally recognized as Love the Bus month! This month-long celebration provides a wonderful opportunity to express gratitude and raise awareness about the importance of school transportation. By highlighting the vital role of school buses, Love the Bus month reminds us all of the essential service they provide, ensuring that every child can access education with safety and reliability. #LoveTheBusMonth #WeAreWorcester
💬 Happy National School Counseling Week! We’re grateful to our counselors for helping students achieve success in and out of the classroom. #WeAreWorcester #SchoolCounselingWeek
In February, we celebrate Black History Month and honor the contributions and achievements of Black Americans in our community and beyond. #WeAreWorcester #BlackHistoryMonth
WCPS families, last week the Dept. of Homeland Security issued a directive allowing immigration enforcement actions to occur in sensitive areas, including schools and bus stops. Please visit our website https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/immigration-supports for how we are supporting our students and their families.
Reminder: The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Learn more about our safety protocols by visiting https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/school-safety-protocols. #WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters
We are thrilled to announce the 14 incredible school-level Teachers of the Year for Worcester County Public Schools! These outstanding educators represent the heart of our schools, making a lasting impact on students, families, and our community. We are so proud of this amazing cohort, who will now compete for the prestigious title of the 2025 Worcester County Public Schools Teacher of the Year! Join us in celebrating their dedication and excellence! 🎉#WeAreWorcester #2025TOY
IMPORTANT: Due to scheduling challenges at the close of semester one, high school report cards will now be sent home by February 7, 2025. Elementary, intermediate, and middle school report cards will still be sent home as scheduled by January 31. We thank you for your patience and understanding on this matter.
WCPS Families, weigh in now on the different options for the 2025-2026 WCPS calendar. The feedback gathered will be shared both with school system leadership and the Board of Education. Take the survey before it closes on February 7, at https://tejoin.com/scroll/748536466.
Congratulations to WCPS educators Megan Seyler (SDHS) and Gabrielle Remington (SDMS) for being named to the Maryland Teacher Advisory Council (MTAC). Selected by Maryland State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carey Wright, the MTAC is an advocacy group for teachers to advocate for students and the teaching profession as a whole as well as contribute to the state-level decision making process. #WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
📅 Reminder: Schools are CLOSED on January 27. #WeAreWorcester
