🌟 THANK YOU, COMMUNITY! 🌟
SDMS and BIS would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out to support our recent Human Trafficking Awareness Presentation. This important event, hosted by our schools and led by SDHS seniors from the WTHS Criminal Justice Program, brought powerful information and much-needed awareness to a critical issue impacting youth today.
We are deeply grateful for the collaboration and support of the Life Crisis Center, the Worcester County Sheriff's Department, and the Worcester County Child Advocacy Center—your partnership is invaluable.
Together, we are educating, empowering, and protecting our community. 💙
Safety is a community effort! 💙 Use the Safe Schools Maryland Tipline to report anything that doesn’t seem right. Every call helps keep our schools safe!
📞 1-833-MD-B-SAFE
#PartnershipsInAction #WeAreWorcester
SDMS Families,
Beginning Friday, 4.11 through Thursday, 4.17, all school-issued iPads will remain at SDMS to support upcoming state testing. During this time, students will not be permitted to take devices home, and individual exceptions cannot be granted. Thank you for your support.
PK/K registration is underway! Visit our enrollment page to learn about what you need to register your little one for the 2025-2026 school year: https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/enrollment-info2. #WeAreWorcester
So proud of our Assistant Principals, Mrs Clark and Mr. Haines! We are thankful for all they do for our Bulldogs!
SDMS Bulldog Families: Please see the attached graphic regarding our upcoming school closures. https://5il.co/3ci3q
SDMS Families, please see the flyer regarding our upcoming Safety Talks Session #3 on April 9th. It will be held at SDMS. SDHS and BIS families are also encouraged to attend. https://5il.co/3cjbz
Good Afternoon Bulldog Parents, please see the attached infographic about upcoming MCAP testing. https://5il.co/3ccvl
Parents of 8th Graders: It's hard to believe it's almost time for the end of year 8th Grade Formal! The link below has student expectations and more information about the dance as well as a permission slip that needs to be filled out and signed by a parent.
https://5il.co/3bwk8
SDMS is so thankful for our partnership with the Art League of Ocean City 🙂
Check out this video showing the arts immersion in Mrs. Watermans' foreign language classes with French Impressionism. Ms. Guilfoil even treated the class with French baguettes, grapes and music to create an environment as if we were in a cafe in France.
https://tinyurl.com/yc7vfswj
We are so proud of you, Josh F., for being recognized as a Ripley's Incredible Kid for the month of February!
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 incredibly proud of all the students who participated in the OC/Berlin Optimist Oratorical Contest! Your hard work, confidence, and eloquence truly shined. 🌟 A special congratulations to our three outstanding winners who will advance to the final round on Thursday! 👏🎉 Best of luck—keep inspiring with your words and passion! 🏆💙 And we must recognize, Dr. Ridgely for her leadership with this crew of amazing kiddos! #BulldogPride #FutureLeaders #OratoricalContest
🏁 Get Ready! 🏁
Pre-K & Kindergarten registration opens April 1, 2025! 📅 Make sure you have the required documents ready:
✅ Birth Certificate
✅ Proof of Residency
✅ Proof of Income
✅ Immunization Records
For more info, visit worcesterk12.org. #WeAreWorcester
Please be advised that Worcester County Public Schools are operating on a regular schedule today. There is no delay; the report from WBOC is incorrect, and we are working to have it removed. We apologize for any confusion, and thank you for your understanding.
📢 Session 3 of Afterschool Starts Monday! 🎉
Check out the activities scheduled for each day! ✨ Underlined activities still have spots open—sign up now using the link below.
Sign Up Link: https://form.jotform.com/250623756072153
📅 Monday – Thursday (March 24-May 15)
⏰ Program ends at 4:30 PM (please pick up on time)
Questions? Contact Mr. Haines at 📧 crhaines@worcesterk12.org.
Worcester County Public Schools will open one-hour late today, March 20, 2025 due to foggy conditions. Buses will operate accordingly. All school programs will begin following the one-hour delay.
This morning kicks off the first-ever Neurodiversity Week here in Worcester County Public Schools!
Neurodiversity Week is a global movement that promotes understanding and acceptance of neurological differences, such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences. With this initiative, we foster inclusive school environments where all students feel valued and empowered.
We invite our school system community to join us in this awareness campaign by participating alongside us for our spirit week activities. Tag us in your photos using #WeAreWorcester #WCPSNeurodiversityWeek
Spirit Week Activities:
MONDAY 3/17 - Passion & Interest Day: Wear a shirt or outfit that represents a personal special interest or hobby -from gaming to music to dinosaurs!
TUESDAY 3/18 - Sensory-Friendly Day: Wear soft, comfy clothes (like pajamas or sweats).
WEDNESDAY 3/19 - Neurodiversity Colors Day: Wear rainbow colors or neurodiversity symbols (like infinity signs) to celebrate the diversity of all minds!
THURSDAY 3/20 - Strengths Superhero Day: Dress as a superhero or wear a shirt that represents a personal strength le.g., math, art, kindness).
FRIDAY 3/21 - World Down Syndrome Day: Wear socks that will get you noticed! Mismatched, colorful, or bold socks get people talking and help to start conversations on raising awareness for Down Syndrome.
This week, we recognize and celebrate the unique ways our brains work. Neurodiversity enriches our communities, workplaces, and friendships, bringing fresh perspectives, creativity, and innovation.
#NeurodiversityWeek
