Congratulations to all of our Substance Use Prevention Art Contest winners, sponsored by the Worcester County Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Council! Thanks to our Worc. Co. Health Dept. partners, our law enforcement partners and many others for recognizing students' creativity and advocacy skills tonight at our annual banquet!
REMINDER: Schools will dismiss early on April 10 and be closed on April 12. #WeAreWorcester
Thank you Salisbury University for hosting our HS Art students today!! Students got to see bronze casting, ceramics demos, painting & drawing and more! It was a great experience to learn about various artforms and careers. Thanks Worcester County Arts Council for helping us to fund this trip!
Congratulations to Stephen Decatur Middle School’s Gabrielle Remington, who was just named the 2024 Worcester County Teacher of the Year! #WeAreWorcester #WCPSTOY2024
Congratulations to our finalists for the 2024 Worcester County Teacher of the Year! Keep an eye right here as we announce our winner later this evening! #WeAreWorcester #WCPSTOY2024
Today we celebrate and honor all School Librarians! Thank you for your dedication to fostering a love of reading and helping to shape the future of our students. Your passion for educating and guiding students is invaluable and truly appreciated. #WeAreWorcester
REMINDER: This school year, WCPS has adopted new safety protocols. Learn more about the protocols at https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/school-safety-protocols. #WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters
In just one day, one of these amazing school-level Teachers of the Year will be named the 2024 Worcester County Teacher of the Year! Keep an eye on WCPS social media the evening of April 4, as we share the finalists and ultimately the winner as they are announced! #WCPSTOY2024
Visited PES today and saw some amazing 2nd grade tin art and 3rd grade textile projects. Beautiful artwork!
Thank you to Dr. Anthony Vargas, MSDE GT Supervisor for visiting SHMS today to see their GT small group instruction. Students showed us a strategic iPad game, Spheros and RVRs. Thanks!!
Worcester County Public Schools will open one-hour late today, Wednesday, April 3, due to foggy conditions. Buses will operate accordingly. All school programs will begin following the one-hour delay.
Meet Marie Stevenson, Stephen Decatur High School's Teacher of the Year, who we'll be celebrating at the annual Teacher of the Year Celebration on April 4.
With a B.S.Ed. in English and Secondary Education from West Chester University, Marie Stevenson pursued her master’s degree in Teaching, Learning, and Curriculum from Drexel University. She has been an educator for twenty-five years, with twelve years teaching English at Stephen Decatur High School. To ensure the development of the whole child, she strives to build connections with students beyond the curriculum and empowers them to harness technology for current and future success. Stevenson serves as a Grow Your Own mentor, Leo Club advisor, Apple Vanguard teacher, and a member of SIP, PBIS, and the WCPS committee for Artificial Intelligence.
Meet Kim Snyder, Pocomoke Middle School's Teacher of the Year, who we'll be celebrating at the annual Teacher of the Year Celebration on April 4.
Kim Godwin Snyder attended Salisbury State University, earning her Bachelor of Science degree in Education, and her Masters in School Counseling from Wilmington University. In her twentieth year at Pocomoke Middle School, Snyder currently teaches fourth grade. She treats every student as her own and dedicates her heart and soul to their success. She’s often known for her sense of humor in the classroom which breaks down any barriers between her and her students. She oversees Pocomoke Middle School Christian Club. Additionally, she served 20 years and retired as a Master Sergeant in the United State Air Force.
Meet Gabrielle Remington, Stephen Decatur Middle School's Teacher of the Year, who we'll be celebrating at the annual Teacher of the Year Celebration on April 4.
Gabrielle Remington earned a Bachelor’s degree in English Education, her Master of Education in the Reading Specialist program, and is finishing her Doctorate in Literacy at Salisbury University. Remington is a middle school reading specialist in her ninth year at Stephen Decatur Middle School. Her commitment to her school is reflected in her involvement in practitioner research, the School Improvement Team, and her school Book Club. With a profound understanding of literacy dynamics, she strives to make a lasting impact on young minds, ensuring they develop a love of reading and strong reading skills for a lifetime of learning.
Meet Jenna Paul, Berlin Intermediate School's Teacher of the Year, who we'll be celebrating at the annual Teacher of the Year Celebration on April 4.
Jenna Paul graduated from Salisbury University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. She continued her education by earning a Masters Of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus in Mathematics and Creative Arts. This is her eighth year teaching in Worcester County, currently inspiring fifth grade students at Berlin Intermediate School. She is a huge advocate for restorative practices, as building relationships with her students is her number one priority. She is a mentor teacher to university interns, a teacher for after school and summer academies, and a Restorative Practices Champion.
Wishing all our students, staff, and families a happy Easter! 🐰🐣 Let us come together and celebrate this special day with true spirit and gratitude. May this holiday bring peace, joy and happiness to your lives! #WeAreWorcester
Meet Amy Jo Mulinos, Snow Hill Elementary School's Teacher of the Year, who we'll be celebrating at the annual Teacher of the Year Celebration on April 4.
Amy Jo Mulinos, a Snow Hill High School graduate, attended Salisbury University earning a dual Bachelors of Science in Early and Elementary Education, minoring in Creative Arts, and a Masters in Educational Leadership. In her ninth year of teaching, she teaches Kindergarten at Snow Hill Elementary where she shapes young minds to be lifelong learners and productive citizens. She strives to create a nurturing environment, full of hands-on experiences, where all students are held to high expectations, preparing them for future success. She serves as a member of the SIP Literacy Team and mentors Salisbury University interns.
Meet Carrie Moore, Snow Hill Middle School's Teacher of the Year, who we'll be celebrating at the annual Teacher of the Year Celebration on April 4.
Carrie Moore earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Salisbury University and her Masters degree in Special Education from Liberty University. She is in her 10th year teaching and has found a passion working with students with Emotional Disabilities. She believes in a student-centered classroom that builds confidence, character, and compassion for others while instilling a love for learning and opening a world of possibilities in the minds of her students. She served as an SGA class advisor, NHS selection committee, PBIS Team leader, member of her School Improvement Team, After-School Club Advisor (Lego, Chess, Geography) and mentor to former students.
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Meet Lisa Kristick, Ocean City Elementary School's Teacher of the Year, who we'll be celebrating at the annual Teacher of the Year Celebration on April 4.
Lisa Kristick earned a Bachelor of Science degree from George Mason University and a Master of Special Education and Master of Elementary Education from Wilmington University. In her sixth year at Ocean City Elementary School, she teaches Pre-K4 students. She believes inclusion of all learners regardless of ability teaches collaboration, empathy and increases academic success. Kristick nurtures an inclusive learning environment where disability need not be an obstacle to success. She shares her passion for early childhood by serving as a mentor at OCES, a member of the Maryland Blueprint Committee, and member of the Worcester County play-based cohort.
