Your next career move could be within our family at Wicomico Public Schools. Check out the current openings and if interested, apply today at wicomico.schoolspring.com
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THANK YOU SFS! Wicomico County Public Schools has an incredible Student and Family Services division, including Pupil Personnel Workers, Community School Coordinators, and Home School Liaisons. For the month of September, we want to say "THANK YOU" to the following individuals who give their all each week in helping students and families.
If you see them at the school, be sure to say "Hi", and if your family is in need of resources or would like to connect, their information can be found of the school's website.
At Beaver Run Elementary School
- Patricia Fontaine, Community School Coordinator
- Amanda Jamison, Pupil Personnel Worker
- Odette Pierre, Home School Liaison
At Fruitland Intermediate
- Braxton Clark, Community School Coordinator
- Tiffany Redden, Pupil Personnel Worker
- Tara Shockley, Home School Liaison
At Fruitland Primary
- Sharon Hutchison, Community School Coordinator
- Tiffany Redden, Pupil Personnel Worker
- Vanessa Ortiz, Home School Liaison
At Glen Avenue Elementary
- Aida Dodoo, Community School Coordinator
- Melissa Johanning, Pupil Personnel Worker
- Marcia Yamashiro, Home School Liaison
Thanks for all you do for our students and families of Wicomico County Public Schools!
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GET INVOLVED WITH WICOMICO SCHOOLS INTRAMURAL SPORTS!
There's nothing quite like putting on your school colors and representing your school. WCPS Intramural Sports gives students that opportunity while helping them stay active, build friendships, and have fun throughout the school year.
Throughout the year, middle school and 5th grade students can take part in a variety of sports and activities.
PARENTS OF 5TH GRADERS: Interested in getting your student involved? Reach out to your child's school to learn more about available sports and how to sign up.
**Some programs fill up quickly and spots may be limited, so we encourage families to contact their school early for registration information.
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On this 25th anniversary of 9/11, Wicomico County Public Schools joins our country in remembering and honoring the importance of this date. It's an important day for all to reflect on the lives lost and service given. on Sept. 11, 2001. Our nation also marks Sept. 11th as Patriot Day, and the National Day of Service and Remembrance.
For this Board meeting, the Board will convene at 6:30 p.m. and immediately vote to go into closed session. The open portion of the meeting will begin at about 7 p.m. The agenda for this meeting is available at https://wicomico-schools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
To register for public comments, please visit the pre-registration page (https://board_public_comments.wicomicoschools.org/), which is open from Sept. 1 - 7. Anyone unable to pre-register online may visit the school system office at 2424 Northgate Drive during business hours to fill out a paper copy of the pre-registration form.
This meeting will be livestreamed on the Watch Board Meetings page of the school system's website - www.wicomicoschools.org
Meetings are also viewable after they have ended at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/watch-board-meetings
Students, families, teachers and staff of Wicomico County Public Schools: Let's all have a great school year!
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At this event, you can discover information about:
· The college application process from college admission counselors
· Academics, student life and extracurriculars in college
· Academic programs that enhance learning in high school (CTE, VPA, Dual Enrollment and AP)
· Career Training options
· Military service opportunities
· Class scheduling and graduation requirements
To register for this event, please visit: www.strivefair.com .
A drop-in workshop will be offered on an “Overview of FAFSA: What to Expect” (6:15 - 6:50 p.m. & 6:55 -7:30 p.m.).
Spanish and Haitian Creole interpreters will be available. Parking is available at either entrance off College Avenue, in the auditorium parking lot or in front of the main building.
We hope you will join us on Tuesday, September 22 for this event aimed at guiding students toward a bright future!
Beginning this school year, Wicomico County Public Schools will use the nationally recognized Standard Response Protocol (SRP), to provide clear instructions for students, staff and families during emergencies.
What You Should Know:
- Standard Response Protocol uses clear language for emergency situations
- SRP helps improve communication among schools, families, students, staff and first responders
- Students and staff will practice and learn the five response actions during the school year
Parents are encouraged to learn more about Standard Response Protocol by visiting https://www.wicomicoschools.org/o/wcps/page/safe-schools
Wicomico schools will hold open house events Wednesday, Aug. 26 (middle and high schools) and Thursday, Aug. 27 (elementary schools) in preparation for the opening of the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday, Sept. 1, for most students.
Open house information for middle and high schools is listed below, followed by key dates for the start of the school year. (Information on elementary school open houses is posted separately.) If a school has posted a school supply list, a link is provided.
Schools will send out student school-year information letters on Aug. 14, with open house information included with this welcome letter.
Students and families may also visit www.wicomicoschools.org for the following:
· Listing of school leadership teams
· 2026-2027 school calendar
· School hours, both regular and with a 90-minute delay
· Our eBulletinBoard, with flyers for school/school system and community events including the Aug. 23 Fresh Start Back-to-School Event
· Instructions for logging in to use Family Portal once the portal opens Aug. 26
· Important Forms & Notices
· 2026-2027 bus serving lists
· Meal menus (Wicomico County Public Schools continues to be a CEP (Community Eligibility Provision) district, with all students eligible for breakfast and lunch at no charge.)
For a complete listing of Open Houses and Other Information for the start of the 2026 - 2027 School year, visit wicomicoschools.org/article/3074296
Key Dates for Start of the 2026-2027 School Year in Wicomico County Public Schools
Friday, Aug. 14: Student school year information distributed
Wednesday, Aug. 26: Family Portal opens for 2026-2027 school year, with secondary student schedules available to print. Open houses for middle and high schools afternoon/evening.
Thursday, Aug. 27: Open houses for elementary schools afternoon/evening.
Tuesday, Sept. 1: Students in grades 1-6 and Grade 9 attend school on Tuesday, Sept. 1. (Please note these exceptions: All grades attend at Pittsville Elementary & Middle. Only Grade 6 attends at Mardela Middle & High.)
Wednesday, Sept. 2: All students in grades 1-12 in school Wednesday, Sept. 2.
During the first week, Kindergarten and Prekindergarten students report as scheduled by the assigned school; detailed information will be in the welcome letter. The first day all Prekindergarten and Kindergarten students will be in school together is Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Monday, Sept. 7: Labor Day holiday, schools and Central Office closed
This is for Wicomico County students in-need from kindergarten to Grade 12. Students will receive a Free backpack along with several essential school supplies. A child must be present with an adult to receive school supplies.
-Free Backpacks (Clear Backpacks available too for Wi-Hi and Wi Middle while
supplies last)
-Free Essential School Supplies
-Free Haircuts
-Family Activities
-Info about the upcoming school year
-Community programming
-Health Information and more
MARK YOU CALENDAR for Sunday, August 23rd, starting at 1 p.m. at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center!
For more information, log onto wicomicorecandparks.org or jhesen@mywcps.org Also, "Thank You" to our growing list of sponsors for making this possible for Wicomico County students.
SHARE THIS and help us spread the word to families who may benefit. Let's work together to make sure every child starts the school year ready to learn, grow, and succeed! ❤️
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The next monthly meeting of the Wicomico County Board of Education is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in the Board of Education Auditorium at 101 Long Ave., Salisbury.
For this Board meeting, the Board will convene at 1 p.m. and immediately vote to go into closed session. The open portion of the meeting will begin at about 1:30 p.m. The agenda for this meeting is available at https://wicomico-schools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
To register for public comments, please visit the pre-registration page (https://board_public_comments.wicomicoschools.org/), which is open from August 3 - 10. Anyone unable to pre-register online may visit the school system office at 2424 Northgate Drive during business hours to fill out a paper copy of the pre-registration form.
This meeting will be livestreamed on the Watch Board Meetings page of the school system's website - www.wicomicoschools.org
Meetings are also viewable after they have ended at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/watch-board-meetings
Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed on Friday, July 3, as part of the Independence Day holiday. On Saturday, July 4 our nation celebrates 250 years since the day that the Second Continental Congress unanimously adopted the Declaration of Independence Day. Happy 250th America!
• Approval of the Student Member of the Board
• Adoption of the amended current expense budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
• Approval of Pre-Qualified Real Estate Brokers
The public is welcome to attend this special meeting, which will be followed by an open work session. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Watch Board Meetings page of the school system’s website: https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/watch-board-meetings
Reminder: Next week is the last week of the 2025-2026 school year for Wicomico County Public Schools. Here is the schedule (the same as the one posted for elementary schools/Pittsville School but without elementary letter days). Schools will provide any details on each day's class schedule if needed.
-Take part in The Great STEM(+) Expo for all ages, happening 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Salisbury Middle School. Free and open to all.
-Visit the Pridelands with the cast and crew of the Prince Street Elementary Drama Club's "The Lion King Kids," shows at the school at 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.
-Browse through hundreds and hundreds of excellent pieces of artwork in the annual Wicomico County Student Art Show, in the Paul Sarbanes Branch of the Wicomico Public Library in Downtown Salisbury. Open library hours Saturday and Sunday, and then it closes.
-Take a seat in the Wicomico High School Auditorium for the Eastern Shore Ballet Theatre's "The Little Mermaid," whose cast includes some of our talented students. Shows at 11 a.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.
