Support Staff Spotlight
Meet Chuck Rhine, Custodian II at Stephen Decatur Middle
Nearly 5 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“Even though it's a cliché, you really do feel like family. I feel like I have support both professionally and personally. It's great to feel appreciated.”
What He Loves About His Work
I love the camaraderie with the administration and faculty.
A Proud Moment
My first summer getting the school ready for the next year. Having all the floors shining and all the rooms clean is quite the team accomplishment.
What People May Not Realize
You are always on duty no matter the hours or weather conditions. That's why they say we're the first ones at school and the last to leave.
Meet Chuck Rhine, Custodian II at Stephen Decatur Middle
Nearly 5 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“Even though it's a cliché, you really do feel like family. I feel like I have support both professionally and personally. It's great to feel appreciated.”
What He Loves About His Work
I love the camaraderie with the administration and faculty.
A Proud Moment
My first summer getting the school ready for the next year. Having all the floors shining and all the rooms clean is quite the team accomplishment.
What People May Not Realize
You are always on duty no matter the hours or weather conditions. That's why they say we're the first ones at school and the last to leave.
I have been overjoyed to present #BooksFromTheBackseat to students all across the school system. I recently presented students in Pocomoke books to help boost their summer reading lists. If you'd like to learn more about Books from the Backseat, or would like to help support this program, visit https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/books-from-the-backseat. #WeAreWorcester #LiteracyMatters #SummerReading
The last challenge coins of the school year were awarded at Pocomoke Middle School today! Congratulations to Brooklyn H., Mariah W., Amado J. (not pictured), Nevaeh J. (not pictured), and Giovany C. (not pictured)! #WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
The Challenge Coin celebraton heads to Pocomoke High! Congratulations to Ruthnie C., Griffin H., Brycen P., and
Kalynne G., who all received coins today! #WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
Kalynne G., who all received coins today! #WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
I was so proud to present Challenge Coins to three deserving students at Pocomoke Elementary today! Congratulations to Ta'Mayah T., Rhett S., and David D. who earned this amazing distinction! #WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
Pocomoke Middle School celebrated the accomplishments of the Class of 2030 during their 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony this morning. Congratulations to these students as they complete their middle school journey and prepare for the exciting opportunities ahead in high school! #WeAreWorcester
Support Staff Spotlight
Meet Colleen Woods, Educational Assistant at Snow Hill High
3 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“I enjoy working with the students to help them be successful in their studies.”
A Proud Moment
It makes me so proud when the students stop me in the hall and ask if I will be in their next semester class. The fact that they know they can count on me, to do my best to help them, makes me happy.
What People May Not Realize
I am not only there to help them in the classroom. I like to know who the students are outside of class: their interests, sports, and hobbies.
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
I enjoy working at SHHS because I work with a great group of educators who care a lot about the students.
Meet Colleen Woods, Educational Assistant at Snow Hill High
3 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“I enjoy working with the students to help them be successful in their studies.”
A Proud Moment
It makes me so proud when the students stop me in the hall and ask if I will be in their next semester class. The fact that they know they can count on me, to do my best to help them, makes me happy.
What People May Not Realize
I am not only there to help them in the classroom. I like to know who the students are outside of class: their interests, sports, and hobbies.
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
I enjoy working at SHHS because I work with a great group of educators who care a lot about the students.
We are proud to welcome local Special Education Directors and MSDE's Assistant Superintendent for the Division of Special Education to Worcester Technical HS today! #WeAreWorcester #LearnTogetherLeadTogether
Attention WCPS Families: Maryland SUN Bucks helps families with school-aged children who receive free or reduced-price meals buy groceries during the summer break when school meals are unavailable.
Families who qualify for the Maryland SUN Bucks program will receive $40 for June, July, and August (a total of $120) for each eligible student. To learn more or enroll, please visit https://dhs.maryland.gov/sunbucks/
Families who qualify for the Maryland SUN Bucks program will receive $40 for June, July, and August (a total of $120) for each eligible student. To learn more or enroll, please visit https://dhs.maryland.gov/sunbucks/
Support Staff Spotlight
Meet Donnell Becketts, Educational Assistant at Cedar Chapel Special School
9 Years with Worcester County Public Schools
“I LOVE my kids and the people I work with.”
A Proud Moment
Anytime a student learns something new! Lightbulb moments.
What People May Not Realize
How much the staff here cares and are dedicated to helping these kids.
What He Loves Most About His School Community
We are truly a family. I have never experienced this anywhere else in my career. I work with really good people.
Meet Donnell Becketts, Educational Assistant at Cedar Chapel Special School
9 Years with Worcester County Public Schools
“I LOVE my kids and the people I work with.”
A Proud Moment
Anytime a student learns something new! Lightbulb moments.
What People May Not Realize
How much the staff here cares and are dedicated to helping these kids.
What He Loves Most About His School Community
We are truly a family. I have never experienced this anywhere else in my career. I work with really good people.
Stephen Decatur Middle School’s 8th Grade Carnival was a huge success today! Students enjoyed a day packed with fun, including bounce houses, giant slides, a dunk tank, water balloon tosses, face painting, pizza, snow cones, and so much more. The event provided a great opportunity for students to celebrate the end of the school year, make memories with friends, and enjoy a well-deserved day of fun. #WeAreWorcester
School Safety Reminder: The well-being of our students and staff is our highest priority. Learn more about our safety protocols here: https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/school-safety-protocols
#WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters
#WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters
Reminder: WCPS will dismiss early on June 15 & 16 and June 16 is the Last Day of School. #WeAreWorcester
The Great Challenge Coin Celebration continued with another group of outstanding students recognized by Superintendent Dr. Wallace! While each story is unique, they all have made a remarkable impact on their peers, teachers and staff, and their school communities.
Congratulations to Showell Elementary School's Layla J.; Ocean City Elementary School's Jordan K.; Buckingham Elementary School's Emilia R., Declan L., Uriel K., and Shepherd N.; and Berlin Intermediate School's Presley S., Cali S., Dalary S., and Claire H.
Thank you for making a difference in your schools and representing the very best of Worcester County Public Schools. #WeAreWorcester
Congratulations to Showell Elementary School's Layla J.; Ocean City Elementary School's Jordan K.; Buckingham Elementary School's Emilia R., Declan L., Uriel K., and Shepherd N.; and Berlin Intermediate School's Presley S., Cali S., Dalary S., and Claire H.
Thank you for making a difference in your schools and representing the very best of Worcester County Public Schools. #WeAreWorcester
The Great Challenge Coin Celebration continued today as Superintendent Dr. Wallace recognized more deserving students from across Worcester County! While each story is unique, they all have made a remarkable impact on their peers, teachers and staff, and their school communities.
Congratulations to Stephen Decatur Middle School's Nora V., Evan N., Jasai G., and Lyla S.; and Stephen Decatur High School's Aberle B., Olivia G., Carson G., and Kysaiah W.
We are proud to celebrate these students and the positive example they set each day. #WeAreWorcester
Congratulations to Stephen Decatur Middle School's Nora V., Evan N., Jasai G., and Lyla S.; and Stephen Decatur High School's Aberle B., Olivia G., Carson G., and Kysaiah W.
We are proud to celebrate these students and the positive example they set each day. #WeAreWorcester
Today kicks off the Great Challenge Coin Celebration, where deserving students from all over the county receive a Superintendent's Challenge Coin from Dr. Wallace! While each story is unique, they all have made a remarkable impact on their peers, teachers and staff, and their school communities.
Congratulations to Snow Hill High School's Karsyn C., August T., Jesse M., and Tatilla C.; Snow Hill Middle School's Emma S. (not pictured, but honored during morning announcements); Cedar Chapel Special School's Davian H.; and Snow Hill Elementary School's Don Tae' B. and Quinn M.
#WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
Congratulations to Snow Hill High School's Karsyn C., August T., Jesse M., and Tatilla C.; Snow Hill Middle School's Emma S. (not pictured, but honored during morning announcements); Cedar Chapel Special School's Davian H.; and Snow Hill Elementary School's Don Tae' B. and Quinn M.
#WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
Support Staff Spotlight
Meet Katie Greiser, Educational Assistant at Ocean City Elementary
4 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“Watching kids reach milestones is my absolute favorite thing, no matter how small!”
A Proud Moment
A moment I felt really proud was when one of my students who typically didn’t vocalize what she wanted looked at me and used a whole sentence to ask for something. I felt like a proud mom!
What People May Not Realize
You have to be quick thinking, some things that work one day for a student may not work the next day. You have to be able to quickly adjust and adapt in order to effectively meet your students’ needs.
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
It feels like a close-knit family with tons of support all around you.
Meet Katie Greiser, Educational Assistant at Ocean City Elementary
4 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“Watching kids reach milestones is my absolute favorite thing, no matter how small!”
A Proud Moment
A moment I felt really proud was when one of my students who typically didn’t vocalize what she wanted looked at me and used a whole sentence to ask for something. I felt like a proud mom!
What People May Not Realize
You have to be quick thinking, some things that work one day for a student may not work the next day. You have to be able to quickly adjust and adapt in order to effectively meet your students’ needs.
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
It feels like a close-knit family with tons of support all around you.
It may be June, but learning is still happening all over WCPS! Mrs. Forrester's SHHS art students spent the day learning Korean Hanji painting from local artist Jiyeong Yun at the Worcester County Arts Council. Then they learned about glass blowing from Jeff Auxer in Berlin. Thank you to our creative and supportive arts community for an incredible learning experience! #WeAreWorcester #ArtsAliveInWorcester
Today, we proudly celebrated the first Project SEARCH graduation ceremony with our partner, The Commander Hotel, operated by Blue Water Development.
This special milestone honors a year of hard work, growth, and workplace immersion for our graduates. Through Project SEARCH, young adults with disabilities gain valuable hands-on experience and develop the skills needed for competitive employment and greater independence.
Congratulations to our graduates on this incredible achievement, and thank you to The Commander Hotel and Blue Water Development for helping make this opportunity possible. We are excited to see what comes next for these outstanding young adults! #WeAreWorcester
This special milestone honors a year of hard work, growth, and workplace immersion for our graduates. Through Project SEARCH, young adults with disabilities gain valuable hands-on experience and develop the skills needed for competitive employment and greater independence.
Congratulations to our graduates on this incredible achievement, and thank you to The Commander Hotel and Blue Water Development for helping make this opportunity possible. We are excited to see what comes next for these outstanding young adults! #WeAreWorcester
Ocean City Elementary School students made the most of a beautiful day as they celebrated Day 2 of Field Day! From friendly competitions and team challenges to plenty of smiles and school spirit, students enjoyed a day filled with fun, fitness, and teamwork. #WeAreWorcester
