February 12, 2025
To all Deal Island Parents and Friends,
As we have seen an uptake in influenza, stomach virus Noroviru), RSV, COVID and Strep, I would like to remind everyone of the following:
Fever: Students should be home for 24 hours, fever free without medication before returning to school. Per the health department guidelines the child should be home for 48 hours and be symptom free before returning to our schools if you suspect norovirus.
If a child is vomiting or has diarrhea, please have them stay home for 24 hours. If a student is sent home from school by the nurse they will be excused that day and the next and it will not count against them in their attendance as we are trying to limit exposure to illnesses within the school. We have seen multiple issues popping up with Pertussis, Norovirus, Influenza, and a stomach virus. We do understand this can be an inconvenience, but we have to safeguard students as much as possible.
Following these guidelines help keep all students and their families well. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Jennifer Ingalls, LPN
jingalls@somerset.k12.md.us
Deal Island School Nurse
Last Chance: Please consider leaving your input on the 2025-2026 academic calendar. Review calendar drafts 1 - 4 and leave your feedback and comments by responding to our short survey by Friday, February 14, 2025 at www.somerset.k12.md.us/article/2008588
Virtual Learning is from 8am-12pm today, please reach out to your teacher or Mrs. Jones if you have any questions. Tomorrow is the last day to submit candygrams so we can hand them out on Friday! Friday is a free casual day and several classes are having parties :) We hope everyone stays safe and has a great day!
Due to inclement weather, Wednesday, 2/12/25, will be a Virtual Learning Day. 12-month staff report virtually to their supervisor. Essential staff report on-time. Please attend to future updates. More Info: www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/virtual-day-instruction-plan
Due to inclement weather, the Budget Work Session scheduled for tonight has been rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Due to anticipated inclement weather, SCPS will have an early dismissal tomorrow, Tuesday Feb. 11, 2025 (Elementary – 12:30 PM, Secondary – 11:30 AM). All after-school activities on Tuesday are canceled due to the impending storm. Please be safe & attend to future updates.
Due to anticipated inclement weather, SCPS will have an early dismissal tomorrow, Tues. Feb. 11 (Elementary – 12:30 PM, Secondary – 11:30 AM) Student devices will be sent home tonight & tomorrow in case a virtual school day is needed. Please continue to monitor for updates.
SCPS is seeking community input on the 2025-2026 academic calendar. Please review calendar drafts 1 - 4 and leave your feedback and comments in our short survey by Friday, February 14, 2025. More info: www.somerset.k12.md.us/article/2008588
This Friday, we will have a free casual day and candy grams will be distributed! We extended our American Heart Association fundraiser until the end of the month. Monday, The 17th, schools are closed. Have a great week! ❤️
SCPS families, have you updated your SCPS Mobile App recently? 📲 The latest update makes it even easier to connect with your child’s teacher!
Check out the new features here: https://youtu.be/zW9d0VzqDFI
#StayConnected #SCPS
Tomorrow is a FREE Superbowl casual day (wear sneakers)! Report Cards will be sent home as well.
Our candy grams will be delivered next Friday! Get your $2 candygram orders in!
SCPS is seeking community input on the 2025-2026 academic calendar. Please review calendar drafts 1 - 4 and leave your feedback and comments in our short survey by Friday, February 14, 2025. More info: www.somerset.k12.md.us/article/2008588
Time is running out! ⏳ Don’t miss your chance to recognize an incredible SCPS educator for the 2025-2026 School Teacher of the Year! Submit your nomination by this Friday, February 7, at www.somerset.k12.md.us/toy-nominate. 🏆✨ #TeacherOfTheYear #SCPS
Happy Birthday to our students born in February!
🏈 Super Bowl Spirit Day! 🏈
This Friday, Feb. 7, is a county-wide casual day for students & staff! Show your team pride by wearing your favorite jersey or shirt—whether you're supporting the Chiefs, 49ers, or another team! Who are you rooting for? 🤔🏆 #SuperBowlSpirit #SCPS
It's National School Counselor Week and we have the best! Mrs. Horner is always willing to go above and beyond for our students and staff. We appreciate all the work she does everyday to make Deal Island a success. Thank you Mrs. Horner!!!
📢SCPS Parents, Guardians, and Caretakers of Students Receiving Special Education Services: 📢
Join SECAC on 2/19, from 5 - 6 PM at the Somerset Board of Education office to discover valuable tips & strategies for supporting your child at home, and connect with other families who share similar experiences. Guest speakers include special education teachers, Ms. Jennifer Bennett & 2023-2024 Somerset Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Tania Cunningham-Raycrow. Light refreshments will be served. We hope to see you there!
For more information or to RSVP, please contact Melissa Heavenridge. (410-651-1616 ext. 11385, mheavenridge@somerset.k12.md.us)
Time’s almost up! ⏳ Please share your thoughts before these two important surveys close tonight at 11:59 PM!
📱 Student Cell Phone Use: www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCPSCellPhoneSurvey
👕 Student Uniform Policy: www.surveymonkey.com/r/SCPSUniformSurvey
Parenting Classes!
Don't miss this Active Parenting class brought to you by Healthy Families Lower Shore in partnership with the Judy Center & funded by the Somerset County LMB on 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, & 3/5 from 5:00-6:30pm. RSVP by 2/4 at 443-754-5439 / gcampbell@cbh.clinic
