2019-2020 Academic Calendar
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Commissioner President Craig Mathies said the planting of the trees helped the students at Somerset Intermediate School to better understand their environment at his Arbor Day comments.
Superintendent Dr. John Gaddis speaks at Arbor Day event at Somerset Intermediate School on April 24. Over 9000 trees have been planted on 12 acres.
Students, parents, educators, and community leaders were involved in stressing the importance of tree planting and preserving our environment.
Planting trees at the Arbor Day event.
Criminal Justice students with their instructor Major Wade Chambers, President of the County Commissioners Craig Mathies, Delegate Charles Otto and State Senator Marybeth Carozza.
Mr. Stephen Smith, a teacher at Washington High School & Academy, has been nominated by the National History Day program in Maryland for the 2019 Hannah E. (Liz) MacGregor Teacher Award.
Cleaning the area.
SIS students and WAHS STEM traveled to Janes island to learn more about the estuary.
Somerset Intermediate School and Washington Academy and High School STEM trip to Janes Island.
Social studies teachers Randi Merritt (SIS) and Stephen Smith (WAHS) will accompany students to UMBC on Saturday, May 11 for State History Day.
This Crisfield Academy and High School senior (center) attended a reception and awards ceremony at the Maryland House of Delegates on May 6. She received a certificate for a selection of art work she completed at CHS. Her art work was framed and is hanging in the Lowe Building. It was hosted by the First Lady of Maryland (left- Yumi Hogan) ) to celebrate children's mental health awareness. To the student's right is Marcella Franckowski Assistant State Superintendent Division of Early Intervention and Special Education.
Mr. Brandon Austin's CAHS social studies students are shown presenting documentaries at the Crisfield Museum on Saturday, May 4th. This project will be showcased as part of the Smithsonian's Museum on Main Street exhibit. Mr. Austin said, "The event was a great success as family and community members packed the place out.
Paraprofessionals celebrating Ms. Bonnie Bishop, PAE Para of the Year.
Paraprofessionals model shirts designed by Christy South. "It takes a lot of Sparkle...…."
Mrs. Mason's first grade class raised the most money in Somerset County for this years "Just Zoo It" campaign. They will be rewarded with a special all-expense paid trip to the Zoo this spring, including a pizza party, t-shirts, and a stuffed animal to take home. They also get to meet Zookeepers and interact with some of the animals during a special tour.
This Washington High School scholar-athlete was named an MVP (Most Valuable Page) while serving as a student page in the House of Delegates. He plans to go to college and major in business and finance. Being an outgoing individual there is no surprise that he also has an interest in politics.
J.M. Tawes Auto Mechanics student placed first in the state in SkillsUSA on the weekend of April 13-14. He will compete on June 24-28 in Louisville, Kentucky.
This student paced first in the state in HVAC SkillsUSA competition. She will compete nationally in Louisville, Kentucky at the end of June.
These JMT Teachers' Academy of Maryland students placed third in state SkillsUSA competition the weekend of April 13-Apri;l 14. They developed a promotional bulletin board.
This J.M. Tawes culinary arts student placed 3rd in the state Skills/USA competition the weekend of April 13-14.
Dr. Richard Warren Jr. near the presidential flag in the Oval Office with the President and his fellow state and territorial National Teachers of the Year.
Dr. Richard Warren Jr. and his contemporaries with the Vice President.
Somerset County Commissioners honor SCPS Teacher of the Year Christina South. From left to right are Commissioner Randy Laird, Vice President Charles Laird, Ms. South, Commissioner Rex Simpkins and Commissioner Eldon Willing.
Health and prevention meeting was held at Washington Academy and High School. McCready Health had representatives at the event.
Recent Greenwood Elementary School Tree Planting
Greenwood Elementary School students plant trees on the playground.
These students all pitched in to beautify their school at Greenwood by planting trees.
Washington High School varsity football player signs with Stevenson. His mother and father are on hand.
Washington High School football player(seated-center) has signed a letter of intent to play for Frostburg. Family, friends, grandparent and coaches celebrated with him.
Here is the 2019 Bayside Male Scholar Athlete for Washington High School. He is wearing his Letterman jacket that was awarded to him for being the 2019 Scholar Athlete. He appeared with his mother Nicole Punches.
The Green Thumb Club at Somerset Intermediate School under the guidance of educator Mr. Don Rush has hanging petunia baskets available for sale for $10. He stated, "I will be in the greenhouse at TAWES each day until about 3:15. Thank you students and Mr. Rush.
Mr. Cartwright’s class celebrating Mr. "B" Bevilacqua and Mr. Hale (not pictured) for all their hard work and dedication on School Principals’ Day.
Principals and Board of Education Staff toured the new Somerset County Technical High recently. They are shown on the roof where grass is planted. This will be used for an outside classroom.
Mr. Sebastian Cartwright's class at Crisfield Academy and High School honored Vickie Nelson(left front) and Angela Brittingham (right front) for their outstanding work at Crisfield Academy and High School as administrative professionals. This was during National Administrative Professional Week.
Good Afternoon, the Princess Anne Police Department sponsored an Easter Egg Hunt at Princess Anne Elementary on Tuesday, April 16th. Several students & Mrs. Monar are pictured with members of PAPD. Members of the Maryland State Police were present as well.
Ms. Germaine Richardson attending the Morgan State University Teacher Recruitment Fair.
Maryland Teacher of the Year Dr. Richard Warren recently spoke to new teacher prospects at the Board Office on April 1.
Deal Island Elementary School Principal Ted Gibson and 4th grade teacher Christa South are highly skilled in instructional technology. They will both be presenting at the annual Common Ground Conference in Ocean City on May 2, 3. Ms. South is the 2019 Somerset County Teacher of the Year. The conference is considered the top event of its kind in Maryland.
These two third graders recently won bicycles courtesy of the National Life Insurance Company. The National Life Group Prizes for Pages program rewards school children from elementary through high school with rewards for reading, at no cost to the school.
MSEA President Cheryl Bost recently wrote Dr. Richard Warren Jr, She stated, "Thank you for all you do for your students in Somerset County each and every day! We believe you are an excellent candidate for an NEA Foundation in Teaching Excellence Award and would like to nominate you as our candidate from Maryland."
Our outstanding 2019 Teachers of the Year with their great principals standing behind them.
Deal Island Elementary School's 2019 Teacher of the Year, SCPS' Elementary Teacher of the Year and overall selection for the school system's Teacher of the Year Christina "Christy" N. South. She is shown with (from left to right) Board Chairperson Penny Nicholson, Director of Schools Tracie Bartemy and Superintendent of Schools Dr. John B. Gaddis. Congratulations Christy and congratulations to all 2019 Teachers of the Year.
Washington Academy and High School's 2019 Teacher of the Year and SCPS' Secondary Teacher of the Year Andranette "Nettie" Holden-Hall.
J. M. Tawes Technology and Career Center's 2019 Teacher of the Year carpentry and masonry teacher Joe Webster.
Crisfield Academy and High School's 2019 Teacher of the Year science teacher Angelisa Hosfield-Bowden.
Woodson Elementary School's 2019 Teacher of the Year music teacher Korinne Jones.
Princess Anne Elementary School's 2019 Teacher of the Year kindergarten teacher Courtney Dryden.
Greenwood Elementary School's 2019 Teacher of the Year 2nd grade teacher Raleigh Nelson.
Somerset Intermediate School's 2019 Teacher of the Year 7th grade mathematics teacher Melissa Lasinski.
These students are local American Legion Essay winners. The reception was held on Wedneday, April 3 at Post 94 in Princess Anne. 3rd grades are seated and 5th graders are standing. Their essay topic was “How Can We Address and Prevent Veteran Homelessness in our Communities?”
2019 J. M. Tawes Teacher of the Year, Joe Webster.
2019 J.M. Tawes Career and Technology Center Teacher of the Year Joe Webster.
Joe Webster teaching his class.
2019 Crisfield Academy & High School Teacher of the Year Angelisa M. Hosfield-Bowden.
2019 Deal Island Elementary School Teacher of the Year Christy South.
2019 Washington Academy and High School Teacher of the Year Andranette Holden-Hall.
2019 Somerset Intermediate Teacher of the Year Melissa Lasinski.
2019 Woodson Elementary School Teacher of the Year Korinne Jones.
2019 Princess Anne Elementary School Teacher of the Year Courtney Dryden.
2019 Princess Anne Elementary School Teacher of the Year Courtney Dryden.
2019 Greenwood Elementary School Teacher of the Year Raleigh Nelson.
Dr. Richard Warren Jr. at the Southern Maryland Teacher of the Year Retreat.
Southern Maryland Teacher of the Year Retreat.
Crisfield Academy and High School Social Studies Teacher Brandon Austin was recently named Promising New Social Studies Teacher of the Year –Mr. Austin has demonstrated an exceptional commitment and made significant contributions to social studies instruction.
Assistant Principals Terra Taylor (Woodson Elementary School) and Jeff Hale (Crisfield Academy & High School) are in College Park today recruiting teachers at the University of Maryland. This is a busy time of the year as our recruitment teams try to help the school system sign new teachers.
Deal Island Elementary School's 2019 Ben Carson Scholar appeared on DelmarvaLife on Monday, March 11.
On Friday, March 8th, students and staff at Woodson Elementary School dressed up to celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday.
HVAC Skills/USA champions will compete on the state level in Owens Mills on Friday, April 12 and Saturday, April 13.
These four Deal Island Elementary School students were winners in the 2019 Eastern Shore Literacy Association Young Authors' Contest.
Washington High School Unified Sports Strength and Conditioning Team. They won their second gold medal in a row. They are state champions for 2018 and 2019.
This Washington High School scholar-athlete scored her 1000th point in a game against Parkside Monday, February 10. She was recognized at the home game on Thursday, February 13. To her left is assistant coach Kylie Vogelsang and to her right is head coach Ronnie Knox.
Mrs. Sally Gaddis congratulated her husband Dr. John B. Gaddis just after he was named Maryland's Superintendent of the Year at the MNS Conference in Ocean City Thursday evening, October 25.
Family members were on hand to celebrate Maryland's newly named Superintendent of the Year. Dr. John Gaddis is Somerset County's first Maryland's Superintendent of the Year.
Dr. Warren accepts the honor of being named the 2018-2019 Maryland Teacher of the Year. He will compete nationally.
SCPS leaders and MSDE leaders flank the Warrens during the celebration of Dr. Warren being named the
2018-2019 Maryland Teacher of the Year.
News & Announcements
Important Pending Budget Meetings
On May 29 at 9 AM there will be a special Board of Education meeting to submit the superintendent's proposed budget. We will review the budget and have about a 20 minute meeting. On June 27 at 9 AM the Board will meet again in an open meeting to adopt the budget for the year.
Maryland Virtual Learning Courses
Professional Learning Opportunities
Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and Maryland Public Television (MPT)
Summer 2019 . Click on the title to see the course guide.
INVITATION TO BID-ALTERNATIVE LEARNING CENTER - SCBOE RENOVATIONS
Sealed Bids for this project shall be accepted by Somerset County Board of Education, 7982A Tawes Campus Drive, Westover, Maryland 21871 until 2:00p.m. local time on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, at which time they shall be opened and read aloud. Click on title. Click on link for more information.
2019-2020 Draft Academic Calendars.
To access copies of Draft A and Draft B of the 2019-2020 Academic Calendar, click on the title. Click on the Pdf. Following these items are surveys for students, parents and employees of Somerset County Public Schools. The surveys are separate. Please complete the appropriate survey by Friday, May 10. Click on the title to access the survey which applies to you.
Upcoming Events
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Play Pals-Crisfield-Sponsored by the Judy Center Date: 5/28/2019, 10 AM – 11 AM Location: Crisfield Library |
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Princess Anne Library Play Pals-Sponsored by Judy Center Date: 5/30/2019, 10 AM – 11 AM Location: Princess Anne Library |
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Sports Day Date: 5/31/2019, 9 AM – 3 PM Location: PAES |
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Ward Museum Visits Date: 6/3/2019 Location: PAES |
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Ward Museum Visits Date: 6/4/2019 Location: PAES |
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