Happy Last Day of School!!!! Congratulations to students and staff for their hard work in 2022-2023. We wish our Somerset School Community a safe, restful and fun summer break! See you August 31, 2023 at our open house events to kick off the 2023-2024 school year!
3 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
We wish our Somerset School Community a safe, restful and fun summer break! See you August 31, 2023 at our open house events to kick off the 2023-2024 school year!
Register for the next Youth Mental Health First Aid (virtual) Training on Tuesday, June 27th, and Wednesday, June 28th, 2023 from 1:00-3:15 Learn the common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges, how to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis, and how to connect youth with help! Call 410.621.6232 or email rabbott@somerset.k12.md.us to register by the deadline on Monday, June 12, 2023.
5 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
WHY YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID? Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 6-18.  Register for the next Youth Mental Health First Aid Training: Who: School Staff, Parents, and Community Members When: Tuesday, June 27th, and Wednesday, June 28th, 2023 from 1:00-3:15 PM. You must attend both sessions to complete the training. Where: Meeting will be held virtually; link will be sent to attendees How: Call 410.621.6232 or email rabbott@somerset.k12.md.us to register Registration Deadline: Monday, June 12, 2023; Register early as space is limited to 20 participants. Online pre-work is required before attending the virtual class Stipends are available to school staff with full completion of the training or eligible school staff can earn 1 CPD if Adult Mental Health First Aid is also taken. What the Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Covers: • Common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges in this age group. • How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis. • How to connect the youth with help. • Expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying.
Congratulations to Washington High School's Class of 2023! We wish you great success with your future plans! #Classof2023 #SmallButMighty
8 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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Congratulations to Crisfield High School’s Class of 2023! We recognize your many accomplishments and wish you great success in pursuit of your future goals. #ClassOf2023 #SmallButMighty
9 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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Tomorrow is the last day to register for Elementary Summer School! Session dates: 6/26-7/27, Mon.- Thurs., 8:30 am - 1:30 pm. Transportation, breakfast & lunch are provided, and academic focus will be on reading and math skills. Register in PowerSchool by Friday, 6/2/23.
9 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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SIS families: Thank you for your patience and understanding during today’s precautionary lockdown. Law enforcement has deemed it safe for students to dismiss normally at the regular time with support from additional law enforcement. Please plan for normal school operations to resume tomorrow, Wednesday May 31, 2023. Thank you and have a good evening.
11 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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SIS Families: Law enforcement is still investigating the off-campus threat. The lockdown has been modified to allow movement in the building, but visitors are not permitted to enter at this time. Additional updates will be sent as the situation evolves.
11 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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SIS is in a precautionary lockdown after receiving a threat. Law enforcement is investigating the off-campus threat, and has determined the school / campus are secure at this time. More information will follow as the situation evolves.
12 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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We wish our community a restful and reflective Memorial Day. Please take a moment today to remember those who gave their lives to protect the freedom we enjoy today.
12 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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Don't miss the deadline: Sign your elementary student up for summer school by June 2, 2023 in the PowerSchool Parent Portal! https://www.somerset.k12.md.us/article/1085612
13 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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Register for the next Youth Mental Health First Aid (virtual) Training on Tuesday, June 27th, and Wednesday, June 28th, 2023 from 1:00-3:15 Learn the common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges, how to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis, and how to connect youth with help! Call 410.621.6232 or email rabbott@somerset.k12.md.us to register by the deadline on Monday, June 12, 2023.
15 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
WHY YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID? Youth Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among children and adolescents ages 6-18.  Register for the next Youth Mental Health First Aid Training: Who: School Staff, Parents, and Community Members When: Tuesday, June 27th, and Wednesday, June 28th, 2023 from 1:00-3:15 PM. You must attend both sessions to complete the training. Where: Meeting will be held virtually; link will be sent to attendees How: Call 410.621.6232 or email rabbott@somerset.k12.md.us to register Registration Deadline: Monday, June 12, 2023; Register early as space is limited to 20 participants. Online pre-work is required before attending the virtual class Stipends are available to school staff with full completion of the training or eligible school staff can earn 1 CPD if Adult Mental Health First Aid is also taken. What the Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Covers: • Common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges in this age group. • How to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis. • How to connect the youth with help. • Expanded content on trauma, substance use, self-care and the impact of social media and bullying.
Reminders: Friday, May 26, 2023 is an early dismissal day. Elementary schools dismiss at 12:30 pm; Intermediate & High Schools dismiss at 11:30 a.m. Monday, May 29, 2023 SCPS schools and offices are closed in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend!
16 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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 Reminder: closed for memorial day monday may 29, 2023
Earlier in the week, Pre-K teachers, paraprofessionals and local childcare and Head Start teachers participated in the final all-day professional development session in a series focused on the Science of Reading. The Early Childhood LETRS (Language Essentials for teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional development course builds the early childhood educators foundation in the principals of teaching reading to young minds.
17 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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TIME CORRECTION: The 2022-2023 County Student Recognition Ceremonies on May 24 (WHS - North end schools) and 25th (CHS - South end schools) will be held at 7:00 PM (not at 6pm). Please join us at 7:00 on either night, to recognize students and their achievements made in '22-23!
19 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
'22-23 County Student Recognition Ceremonies  North End Schools:  Weds., May 24, 2023: 6:00 pm @ Washington High  south End Schools:  thurs., May 25, 2023: 6:00 pm @ crisfield High Students receiving awards should arrive 15 minutes early to assemble in alphabetical order with their classmates.
Elementary summer school runs from 6/26 - 7/27. Students will report Mon-Thurs, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. for the 5-week program. Register your Prek - 5th grade student by June 2, 2023 in the PowerSchool Parent Portal: https://somersetk12.powerschool.com/public/home.html
20 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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Yesterday, SCPS welcomed State Superintendent, Mr. Mohammed Choudhury. His first stop was Washington High School, where he spent some time with Principal Tony Bevilacqua and his team. His next stop was the Technical High School where he spent some time with Dakota, a junior at CHS and first year HVAC student. Thank you, Superintendent Choudhury for visiting Somerset and we look forward to the next time!
21 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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Don't forget to join us this coming Saturday at Crisfield High School for the dedication of the William "Bill" Cain Coaches Hall of Fame! Join us for this public event on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 12pm. https://www.somerset.k12.md.us/article/1111300
25 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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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.
28 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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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!!
30 days ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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National School Nurse day, celebrated on May 10 this year, is a day set aside to recognize school nurses. #TeamSCPS celebrates and acknowledges the contributions made by each of our school nurses who provide student-centered care! Do you have a favorite school nurse? Tag them in this post to show your appreciation! #NationalSchoolNurseDay
about 1 month ago, Somerset County Public Schools
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