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SHMS students are exploring digital arts with Mrs. Shockley. Preparing for media expo and careers in graphic arts!
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Visited MLK DreamFest in OC and spied these amazing artworks from SDMS and BIS, BIS student artist Guy Shannon, artist Kevin Harris, and the Beacon of Hope Harriet Tubman statue through virtual reality! Thank you OC Art League!
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IMPORTANT: Worcester County Public Schools will open one-hour late tomorrow, January 11, 2024, due to continued flooding in areas. Buses will operate accordingly, and all school programs will begin following the delay.
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Friday is the last day to cast your vote on your favorite 2024-2025 school system calendar option! Visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2425WCPSCal today to give your input.
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We are so excited to honor two more high school musicians being recognized at the state level! MMEA (Maryland Music Educators Association) is recognizing these talented musicians!
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We are so excited that five Berlin Intermediate students will have art on display at the Pop-up Youth Art Show at Ocean City MLK Dreamfest, January 12-14! Congrats to Guy Shannon, Avery Funds, Lily Ritchie, Loralei Donoway, and Jett Ritchie. Come experience the beautiful art, music and cultural experiences. The Art show will be shown at the OC Art League on 94th street on Saturday from 11-4.
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IMPORTANT: Due to the scheduled early dismissal tomorrow and some hazardous road conditions, all Worcester County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, January 10, 2024. All afterschool, evening, and Adult Education classes have also been cancelled. Thank you.
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Worcester County Public Schools will be closing 2 hours early today, Tuesday, January 9th, due to impending weather. There will be no after school activities. We will monitor storm conditions and notify ASAP if there are any changes for tomorrow.
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REMINDER: Schools will dismiss early on January 10. #WeAreWorcester
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IMPORTANT: At today's Board of Education budget work session, the Board voted to cancel tomorrow's scheduled work session. View today's entire work session, including this announcement, at https://www.youtube.com/live/7-cAJSTrUww?si=5n56vn0uUpm8__69. #WCPSBoardMeeting
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We are proud to announce that Snow Hill Middle School's Beau Williams has been named one of only three international finalists in Canva's Community Awards' Trailblazing Teacher category!
If you have a Canva account, you can support Mr. Williams by voting for him at https://www.canva.com/community-awards/#trailblazing-teacher before voting closes on February 9!
#WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
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Have you cast your vote for your favorite 2024-2025 school system calendar option? Voting closes on Friday, January 12, so visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2425WCPSCal to cast your vote today!
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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
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It's #SchoolBoardAppreciationMonth and we are so proud to recognize the hard work, dedication and essential contributions of our school board members. They are vital to ensuring students receive quality education and the resources they need to succeed. #WeAreWorcester
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Happy New Year to all of our families and staff! 🎊 Start the year off right – Commit to making 2024 the best year yet! 💫 Wishing you a year of joy, opportunities, growth, and success!
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We hope your Kwanzaa is filled with joy and prosperity! #WeAreWorcester
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On behalf of our school system, we would like to wish all of our families and staff a very Merry Christmas! May this season bring joy, peace, and hope to your lives. #WeAreWorcester
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Thanks to WTHS Hospitality Program, The Nest students were surprised with holiday activities, interactive gingerbread houses, treats, and a visit from the grinch and Santa!
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Always Anonymous, Always Available. There are many ways you can submit an anonymous tip to Safe Schools Maryland. Save this phone number and/or download the app to keep this information readily available. #WeAreWorcester #PartnershipsInAction
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Worcester County Public Schools will be opening one-hour late tomorrow, December 20, 2023, due to flooding conditions. Buses will operate accordingly.