💙📢🐾Calling All Bulldogs!🐾📢💙
Today, we shine a spotlight on Reverend Tindley's remarkable musical impact. Timeless anthems such as "We Shall Overcome" and "Stand By Me" have endured through the years, significantly shaping American history.
Attention students! Just a reminder that the application process for the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is open! 🏅 If you demonstrate scholarship, leadership, service, character, and citizenship, this is your opportunity to join a prestigious organization that recognizes outstanding students.
📌 Who Can Apply? Eligible students who meet the academic and character requirements.
📌 Where to Get an Application? Find that link on Schoology as well as on our school website under the students tab, then National Junior Honor Society.
📌 Deadline to Apply: Friday, February 7
No late applications will be accepted! Don't miss this chance to be part of NJHS and make a positive impact in our school and community!
This week our Bulldogs are learning about Berlin native, Reverend Dr. Charles Albert Tindley. Each day students will learn a little more about his life, work, and lasting contributions to our community!
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)
SDMS Parents: Attendance Matters!!! Our instructional day begins promptly at 7:35 AM—let’s make sure your student arrives on time and ready to succeed! Every minute counts when it comes to learning, so set your alarm a little earlier to start the day right. Together, we can help our students reach their full potential!
#BlackHistoryMonth #SDMS #BulldogStrobg
Congratulations to Natasha G., Elias B., Charlie S. , Ellie W. , & Ruby W. (not pictured) for placing as FINALISTS in the TOP THREE in their grade levels and category out of over 400 entries submitted from across the region in the ESLA Young Authors Contest! What an accomplishment! #SDMS #BulldogSTRONG
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
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.
Bulldog Parents, just a reminder we have another Safety Talk tomorrow night at BIS from 5:30pm-7:00pm. See the attached infographic for more details. https://5il.co/36aw2
As road conditions are anticipated to worsen overnight and due to the previously scheduled early dismissal days, WCPS will hold virtual learning days on January 23rd and 24th. Students should log-on to Schoology according to their regular schedule. All afterschool, evening, and Adult Education classes are cancelled.
SCHOOLOGY Quick Tips:
- Schoology can be accessed at https://worcesterk12.schoology.com/
- All students should log-in to Schoology at their regular reporting time. Middle and high school students will follow their regular schedules, and elementary students should log in to their homeroom for more information from their teacher.
- Don't know your child's log-in for Schoology? Reach out to your child's school, or use our HelpDesk (https://worcesterk12help.zendesk.com/) to request the credentials.
VIRTUAL LEARNING Quick Facts:
- Please note that no student will be penalized for not being able to access remote learning. Students will have five (5) days after a return to in-person learning to complete any assigned work; completing that work will count for their attendance on the virtual day.
- View the full Virtual Learning Plan at https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/virtual-day-instruction
IMPORTANT: Due to inclement weather conditions, WCPS will hold a virtual learning day for students. Students should log on to Schoology according to their regular schedule. All afterschool, evening and adult education classes are cancelled.
BREAKING: The Worcester County Board of Education approved a modification to the current school year calendar. In addition to using the built-in inclement weather days in June, April 22-23, are now full days of school for students. View the modified calendar at https://5il.co/2f41t.
BREAKING: The Worcester County Board of Education has adopted a revised Virtual Day Instruction plan for the remainder of the school year. Learn more about what virtual learning during inclement weather will look like for our students by visiting https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/virtual-day-instruction.
Good Afternoon Bulldog Families! Just a reminder that there is NO After School Academy this week. Also, tonight is Parent Conference Night! Individual conferences will be conducted on a first come, first serve basis from 5pm-7pm.
🐾❄️Check out our December Students of the Month! ❄️🐾 #SDMS #BulldogSTRONG #laterpost
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Parents of current 8th graders: Mark your calendars for February 27th, 2025. There will be an informational assembly at Stephen Decatur High School at 5:00pm in the Auditorium regarding high school course selection.
We’re excited to kick off Session 2 of our Afterschool Academy today! Check out the activities that are meeting this week and get ready for another round of fun and learning!
✅ If your student registered: You should have received a confirmation email during the sign-up process. Please double-check your inbox!
✅ If your student is on the waitlist: No worries—Mr. Haines will contact you directly if a spot becomes available.
You can view the full calendar of activities on the afterschool webpage, located on our school website. 💻
