Pocomoke High School’s Class of 2026 took a special walk through the elementary and middle schools this afternoon during their Senior Walk! Seniors were welcomed with cheers, handmade signs, and plenty of excitement from students and staff along the way.
Next up for the PHS seniors — tonight’s Car Parade! #WeAreWorcester
Snow Hill Elementary students in Kindergarten through Grade 3 are enjoying the 14th annual Big Draw today! 🎨🎭🎶
Students are traveling through the arts with hands-on experiences in dance, music, visual arts, theater, and more throughout the day. The celebration will conclude with a special performance by the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra.
What an incredible opportunity to inspire creativity and a love for the arts in our young learners! #WeAreWorcester
Students are traveling through the arts with hands-on experiences in dance, music, visual arts, theater, and more throughout the day. The celebration will conclude with a special performance by the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra.
What an incredible opportunity to inspire creativity and a love for the arts in our young learners! #WeAreWorcester
A fantastic evening celebrating the scholars of Pocomoke High School at tonight's WeXL Banquet! Look out for the full photo album posted to our Photo Share tomorrow. #WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
Support Staff Spotlight
Meet Michelle Jackson, Educational Assistant at Snow Hill Middle
5 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“One of the most rewarding parts of my role as an educational assistant is witnessing those lightbulb moments when a student finally masters a concept they’ve been struggling with.”
What She Loves About Her Work
What I enjoy most about my job as an educational assistant is the opportunities to support students in their learning and growth helping them build confidence understand new concepts, and overcome challenges is incredibly rewarding. I value being part of their progress in creating a positive encouraging environment, where they can succeed.
What People May Not Realize
One thing people might not realize about my job as educational assistant is how much relationship building it involves earning students trust understanding their individual challenges and creating a safe space where they feel comfortable learning and asking for help.
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
I value my small community as an Educational Assistant because it allows me to build meaningful relationships with my students and their families. The close-knit environment helps me understand each student’s strengths, needs, and interests, making it easier to support their growth both academically and personally.
Meet Michelle Jackson, Educational Assistant at Snow Hill Middle
5 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“One of the most rewarding parts of my role as an educational assistant is witnessing those lightbulb moments when a student finally masters a concept they’ve been struggling with.”
What She Loves About Her Work
What I enjoy most about my job as an educational assistant is the opportunities to support students in their learning and growth helping them build confidence understand new concepts, and overcome challenges is incredibly rewarding. I value being part of their progress in creating a positive encouraging environment, where they can succeed.
What People May Not Realize
One thing people might not realize about my job as educational assistant is how much relationship building it involves earning students trust understanding their individual challenges and creating a safe space where they feel comfortable learning and asking for help.
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
I value my small community as an Educational Assistant because it allows me to build meaningful relationships with my students and their families. The close-knit environment helps me understand each student’s strengths, needs, and interests, making it easier to support their growth both academically and personally.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: In order to attend the upcoming County Commissioner meeting on May 19, 2026, the Board of Education meeting originally scheduled for the same day has been rescheduled to Thursday, May 21, 2026. Visit https://worcester-k12.community.highbond.com/ for more board of education meeting information. #WeAreWorcester #WCPSBoardMeeting
Don’t forget: Enrollment for the BOOK IT!® Summer of Stories™ is now open for families with children in Pre-K through 6th grade!
Keep your child reading all summer long (June 1–August 31) and help prevent the “summer slide” while making reading fun and rewarding!
✔️ Set monthly reading goals
✔️ Track progress in the BOOK IT! app
✔️ Earn a FREE Personal Pan Pizza from Pizza Hut when goals are met
Getting started is easy—just download the app, enroll, and create a profile for your child!
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pizza-hut-book-it/id917310049
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yum.phbookit&pli=1
Let’s keep those pages turning all summer long! #WeAreWorcester #LiteracyMatters #LearningNeverStops
Keep your child reading all summer long (June 1–August 31) and help prevent the “summer slide” while making reading fun and rewarding!
✔️ Set monthly reading goals
✔️ Track progress in the BOOK IT! app
✔️ Earn a FREE Personal Pan Pizza from Pizza Hut when goals are met
Getting started is easy—just download the app, enroll, and create a profile for your child!
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/pizza-hut-book-it/id917310049
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.yum.phbookit&pli=1
Let’s keep those pages turning all summer long! #WeAreWorcester #LiteracyMatters #LearningNeverStops
Congratulations to all the Snow Hill High School scholars who were honored tonight at the annual WeXL scholastic awards banquet! #WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
We are proud of these Health and Physical Education Teachers, who are stepping into leadership roles at the state level! Representation from the Eastern Shore matters and these great teachers allow our voices to be heard around the state. Thank you Donyae, Ali and Zak for all that you do for your kiddos and your profession.
#WeAreWorcester
#PEandHealth
#WeAreWorcester
#PEandHealth
Support Staff Spotlight
Meet Gwendolyn Alsmadi, Educational Assistant at Stephen Decatur Middle
29 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“It is not just a job it is rewarding and fulfilling as well as giving back.”
What She Loves About Her Work
I love working with students, especially when students are proud of their accomplishments and see the value in their education.
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
I love the family atmosphere and the way everyone invests a hundred percent of themselves to giving the best to the students.
Meet Gwendolyn Alsmadi, Educational Assistant at Stephen Decatur Middle
29 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“It is not just a job it is rewarding and fulfilling as well as giving back.”
What She Loves About Her Work
I love working with students, especially when students are proud of their accomplishments and see the value in their education.
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
I love the family atmosphere and the way everyone invests a hundred percent of themselves to giving the best to the students.
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
ICYMI: Yesterday evening, we celebrated our upcoming retirees and those educators and educational support professionals who achieved service milestones (20, 25, 30, and 35 years of service) in their careers. Congratulations to all who were honored, and check out the full photo album now available in our WCPS Photo Share: http://tinyurl.com/WCPSPhotoShare. #WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
Did you know students shouldn’t have to choose between strength and creativity?
Athletics build resilience. The arts build expression. Together, they shape confident, capable leaders.
Meet Kayla: Kayla brings determination to Wrestling and dedication to Choir. Wrestling requires intense focus, physical strength, and mental toughness, while Choir builds breath control, emotional expression, and collaboration. Both strengthen her resilience, confidence, and self-discipline. #WeAreWorcester #YouCanDoBoth
We were so proud to welcome State Superintendent Dr. Carey Wright, State Board of Education President Dr. Joshua Michael, State Board of Education Member Alverne “Chet” Chesterfield, Maryland State Teacher of the Year ALonna Soward-Puryear, and MSDE staff to Pocomoke Elementary School this morning for walkthroughs to show how we are breaking barriers and instilling a love of literacy for our youngest students! #WeAreWorcester #LiteracyMatters
Support Staff Spotlight
Meet Diane Parsons, Administrative Assistant at Buckingham Elementary School
25 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“I love seeing the kids smiling faces each and every day!”
A Proud Moment
When we survive another first day of school, and every child gets home safely!
What People Don’t Realize
Just how busy a school front office can be!
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
When someone is in need we all pull together to help however we can!
Meet Diane Parsons, Administrative Assistant at Buckingham Elementary School
25 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“I love seeing the kids smiling faces each and every day!”
A Proud Moment
When we survive another first day of school, and every child gets home safely!
What People Don’t Realize
Just how busy a school front office can be!
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
When someone is in need we all pull together to help however we can!
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re shining a spotlight on Maya Bratten from Pocomoke Elementary School! 🎉 Thank you for your incredible dedication and the impact you make every day.
We’re so grateful for all of our amazing teachers! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #WeAreWorcester
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re shining a spotlight on Taylor Case from Showell Elementary School! 🎉 Thank you for your incredible dedication and the impact you make every day.
We’re so grateful for all of our amazing teachers! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #WeAreWorcester
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re shining a spotlight on Malcolm Bratcher Jr. from Pocomoke Middle School! 🎉 Thank you for your incredible dedication and the impact you make every day.
We’re so grateful for all of our amazing teachers! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #WeAreWorcester
Support Staff Spotlight celebrates the dedicated individuals who play a vital role in supporting our students, schools, and community every day. From behind-the-scenes support to direct student interactions, these staff members help create safe, welcoming, and successful learning environments across Worcester County Public Schools. We see you, we appreciate you, and we are proud to shine a light on the incredible work you do.
Meet Darlene Crippen, Educational Assistant at Pocomoke Elementary School
34 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“I enjoy helping the kids read and learn.”
A Proud Moment
“When a student I helped wrote her name for the first time.”
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
“We are like one big happy family.”
#WeAreWorcester
Meet Darlene Crippen, Educational Assistant at Pocomoke Elementary School
34 years with Worcester County Public Schools
“I enjoy helping the kids read and learn.”
A Proud Moment
“When a student I helped wrote her name for the first time.”
What She Loves Most About Her School Community
“We are like one big happy family.”
#WeAreWorcester
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re shining a spotlight on Kiersten Conway from Snow Hill High School! 🎉 Thank you for your incredible dedication and the impact you make every day.
We’re so grateful for all of our amazing teachers! #TeacherAppreciationWeek #ThankATeacher #WeAreWorcester
Registration closes tomorrow, May 8th at 12pm, for S. T. A. T. T. (Skilled Trades, Agriculture, Tourism, and Technology) Camp at Worcester Technical High School! Don’t miss this opportunity, learn more and register here: https://www.worcesterk12.org/article/2814420. #WeAreWorcester
