Congratulations to Washington High School’s Class of 2024! Your graduation day is a testament to your dedication and perseverance! To quote Superintendent Dr. Gaddis in his final Washington High School graduation speech, “Never be ashamed of where you’re from!"
Congratulations to Assistant Principals
Alexis Coleman (WAHS), Vestina Davis (CAHS) and Faughn Blair (WES) on their graduation from Salisbury University's Academy for Leadership in Education! #TeamSCPS
REMINDER: After several revisions to the '23-24 calendar for inclement weather, please note these important dates in June: 6/17/24 - Early Dismissal, 6/18/24- Early Dismissal, Last Day for Students, 6/19/24 - System Closed, Juneteenth, 6/20/24 - Last Day for Teachers
Career Connections: 8th grade Academy students from WHS and CHS attended the Finance Park simulation today at the Junior Achievement building. Students learned about financial literacy and fiscal responsibility by visiting storefronts during the simulation
Tonight, Friday May 31 Washington High School presents the WHS Alumni Band Concert! Join us for a joint concert featuring WHS Alumni & current band members! Doors open at 5:30, concert begins at 6PM. Free entry, donations accepted!
Today, Friday, May 31 is the final day to enroll your elementary student in the 2024 remedial summer school program!
Program information and PowerSchool enrollment instructions can be found here: https://www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/summer-2024-programs
Superintendent Search Update: The Somerset BOE will feature two candidate finalists at next week's “Meet & Greet” events on May 28 and May 29 at 5:30 p.m. as previously announced; there will be no Meet & Greet on May 30. More info: https://www.somerset.k12.md.us/article/1610314
Congratulations & good luck to our '24-25 Somerset Teacher of the Year, Mr. Zachary Bartemy, PLTW/Engineering Instructor at Somerset County Technical High School! Today Mr. Bartemy and all MD Teacher of the Year candidates were recognized at the MD State Board of Education.
As a reminder, schools & offices are closed tomorrow, Tuesday, May 14, 2024 for the MD Primary Election.
Thank you to our #SchoolNurses on National School Nurse Day! School Nurses bridge healthcare & education; advancing health and well-being, academic success, and life-long achievements of all students. #TeamSCPS #SND2024
May 7, 2024 is National Teacher's Day. With the most sincere appreciation, Happy Teacher's Day to our #TeamSCPS educators! #ThankATeacher today, and everyday for the impact they make on our community. #TeacherAppreciation #TeachersDay2024
MEETING NOTICE: The May 21, 2024 regular meeting of the Somerset County Board of Education has been rescheduled to Thursday, May 16, 2024 @ 4:00 PM Closed / 6:00 PM Open.
Congrats to Samantha Lynch & Jalen Wigfall of WAHS, and Abigail Wise & Josh Lankford on your recent recognition as Bayside Scholar Senior Honorees! This is an accomplishment to be so very proud of!
The students of SADD at WAHS and Chapter Advisor, Nurse Lynne Brumley were featured on 47ABC yesterday to talk about the upcoming "Prevent Event 2024," on May 16 and Mental Health Awareness Month. Watch to learn more:
www.wmdt.com/2024/04/students-and-staff-support-sound-minds/
Tune into 47ABC 5:30-6:30 tonight to see a segment about the "Prevent Event 2024" on May 16 and Mental Health Awareness month (May), brought to you by the students and staff at Washington High School!
Dirty car? Visit Somerset County Technical High School, today, Monday April 29 from 2:30-6:30 PM, and remove all the pollen with a FREE rinse! Donations accepted in $5 increments for additional cleaning services will benefit students attending SkillsUSA 2024 Nat'l Conference.
Career Connections: Students interested in applying for the Youth Apprenticeship Program and Registered Apprenticeship Program with State Highway Administration toured the Somerset County Shop and learned of the benefits of state employment. Thank you to everyone at SHA that took the time to engage and inspire our students. Students in Automotive are taught by Mr. Buddy Ward, students in Welding/HVAC are taught by Mr. Chris Guy
Career Connections: The Financial Aid Office at Wor-Wic will be offering 2024-2025 FAFSA Workshops on campus to assist students with completing the 2024-2025 FAFSA. The events will be held on Wednesday, April 24th and Wednesday, May 1st from 6:00-7:30 pm and will be held in the Brunkhorst Hall (BH) 109 computer lab.
Career Connections: Students from Horticulture program visited Longwood Gardens in Pennsylvania to explore species associated with their Certified Professional Horticulturist exam they will take next month. The Horticulture Program is taught by Ms. Theresa Maggio.
Career Connections: Students from the Teacher Academy of Maryland participated in a tour of Salisbury University and the Seidel School of Education, assisted in creating a lesson plan for Pre-K4 and were treated to lunch in The Commons. Thank you Sara Elburn and Salisbury University for helping us grow our teachers of tomorrow for SCPS. Teacher Academy of Maryland is taught by veteran teacher, Mrs. Dawn Lankford.
