
The closed session of the May 16, 2023 Regular Meeting of the Somerset Board of Education has been rescheduled from 4:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Open session will begin at 6:00 p.m.


The second Friday in May is National School Communicators Day! A school communicator is one who assists schools and districts in telling their story. Today we are celebrating all of our #TeamSCPS storytellers: from our designated staff photographers, webmasters and social media managers in each school to the administrators developing communication plans and strategies. You are all critical to our mission, goals and keeping our community informed. Thank you! Happy #SchoolCommunicatorsDay!!


The 2022-2023 County Student Recognition Ceremonies will be held for North End Schools on May 24, 6pm at Washington High School, and for South End Schools on May 25, 6pm at Crisfield High School. Please join us as we recognize students and their achievements made in '22-23!


Teacher Appreciation Week is May 8-12, 2023. Please join #TeamSCPS as we thank our teachers for their service to our students and the future leaders of tomorrow. You are appreciated! #ThankATeacher
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Tomorrow, Monday, May 8, Spring Sports Pictures will be taken in the gym beginning at 10:30 am. Bring those uniforms!

Congratulations to the students and staff of the Month of May! Shown with Principal David Arnold are senior Luca R., junior Mackenzie B., sophomore Jeremiah C., freshman Tyler C., 8th grader Ashton D., and staff Mrs. Jennifer Daniels.


Due to flooding in low lying parts of the county, Somerset County Public Schools will open 2 hours late today, Monday May 1, 2023. FNS and essential staff should report on time. Please drive safely.


Sports Schedule for Week of May 1-5:
Tuesday:
Varsity Baseball & Softball @ Washington, 4:00 pm
Track & Field @ Bennett, 4:00 pm
Thursday:
Varsity Baseball & Softball Home vs. Kent County, 4:00 pm
*Senior Night for Baseball, Softball, & Track, 3:30 pm

May 1 is Principal Appreciation Day and we say thanks to Principal David Arnold! Thank you for all do for CAHS!

Today for Administrative Professionals Day, #TeamSCPS would like to thank all of our Administrative Associates and office professionals that keep our day to day operations running smoothly! You make our school system a better and more organized place to learn, work and serve our community!
Happy #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay!


The Crisfield Lioness Lions $1000 Scholarship application is now available! Applicants must be 18 years of age, a graduate of Crisfield High School or Holly Grove Christian School, and reside in Crisfield, Smith Island, Marion or Westover areas, Or, completion of GED, former student of the aforementioned schools and a resident of Somerset County for one year.
The scholarship will be paid directly to the institution where the student is attending.
Applications are due May 1 and may be mailed to: Crisfield Lioness/Lions Scholarship Committee, P.O. Box 385, Crisfield, MD 21817. Winner will be announced June 1, 2023. For application, email P.J. Simpson at psimpson@somerset.k12.md.us

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Do you have a student graduating this year? You can tell them how proud you are by purchasing an ad in the yearbook! Senior and business ads are now on sale. Please reach out to Mrs. Grace Gray, yearbook advisor, at ggray@somerset.k12.md.us for more information!

Reminder: Wicomico County Public Schools is now using the GoFan website for digital ticketing of all HOME athletic events. Home and Visiting Team fans must purchase tickets online through the high school’s GoFan.co webpage.

Sports Schedule for Week of Apr. 17-21
Monday:
Varsity Baseball & Softball @ Wicomico, 4:00 pm
Wednesday:
Varsity Baseball & Softball @ N. Dorchester, 4:00 pm
Thursday:
Outdoor Track & Field @ Kent Island, 3:00 pm
Varsity Baseball & Softball Home vs. Stephen Decatur, 4:00 pm
Friday:
Academy Baseball & Softball Home vs. Washington, 4:00 pm

Did you know that students, staff, and faculty of Somerset County Public Schools can receive medical care right at school? The School Based Health Center at Washington High School is staffed by a licensed provider in partnership with Chesapeake Health Care. Not only can staff diagnose and treat common health conditions, but student-athletes can also get their yearly sports physicals. Call 410-651-4040 for more information, and to schedule an appointment for your student.
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MD parents of children receiving special education services—we want to hear from you! Please take this survey: www.mdparentsurvey.com


Today's (Apr. 12) Academy games against Washington have been postponed due to transportation issues.

Sports Schedule for Week of Apr. 11-14
Tuesday:
Varsity Baseball & Softball Home vs. Parkside, 4:00 pm
Wednesday:
Outdoor Track & Field @ North Dorchester, 4:00 pm
Academy Baseball & Softball Home vs. Washington Acad., 4:00 pm
Varsity Baseball & Softball @ Bennett, 4:00 pm
Thursday:
Varsity Baseball & Softball Home vs. Mardela, 4:00 pm
Friday:
Bocce to Pocomoke, 3:30 pm
Academy Baseball Home vs. Washington, 4:00 pm