Thinking about a career with Worcester County Public Schools? We’d love to meet you! 😊
Join us for our Job Fair this Saturday, March 7, from 10:00–11:30 a.m. at Stephen Decatur High School and explore opportunities in teaching, administrative services, food service, operations & transportation, and technology. Register here: www.tinyurl.com/26WCPSJobFair #WeAreWorcester
Patricia Hands is a Senior Master Cosmetologist, Instructor, and Advanced Dermatologic Skin Therapist with more than 35 years of industry experience and nine years as a Career and Technical Education educator at Worcester Technical High School. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore and an Advanced Professional Certificate from the University of La Verne. Patricia exemplifies instructional excellence through rigorous, industry-aligned curriculum, leadership as a SkillsUSA advisor, and active service on school improvement committees. As owner of Enchanted Hands Hair Salon, she extends learning through authentic apprenticeships, achieving a 100% Maryland State Board pass rate while preparing students for successful careers.
Hannah Morris is committed to fostering both academic and personal success for her students. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Salisbury University in 2019 and a Master of Education with Reading Specialist Endorsement from Liberty University in 2024. Currently in her seventh year as a fifth-grade teacher at Snow Hill Middle School, she contributes to her school community as a member of the ELA and Math committees, a leader on the Literacy School Improvement Team, and a mentor to new teachers. Above all, she prioritizes building strong, meaningful relationships with students while maintaining high expectations for their growth and achievement.
Kiersten Conway, a proud Worcester County graduate and mother of three, holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Salisbury University and a Master of Arts degree from The University of Phoenix. In her tenth year in education, nine in WCPS, she is currently completing year three teaching English 10 at Snow Hill High School. She believes fostering meaningful relationships with students and delivering accessible, rigorous instruction empowers students to become critical thinkers and citizens. She is an active member of her School Improvement Team and the District Literacy Committee, as well as a model of best practices for other educators.
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Colleen Hood teaches Kindergarten at Snow Hill Elementary School. She holds a bachelor's degree in early childhood education and is pursuing graduate studies in educational leadership. Colleen has taught Pre-K 4 and Kindergarten students at SHES for seven years. She focuses on building strong literacy and social-emotional foundations. She believes classrooms should be joyful, structured spaces where every child feels valued and capable of growth. Beyond her classroom, Colleen serves as a member on Faculty Council, Title I Advisory Committee. She is a Restorative Practices Champion and an Apple Distinguished Teacher along with serving on many school initiatives.
Did you know students who participate in the arts are 5x more likely to graduate, and students who participate in athletics tend to have a higher grade point average?
Meet April: April shows what true balance looks like. Competing in Volleyball requires agility, communication, and trust in her teammates, while participating in Choir and Band demands discipline, breath control, and consistent practice. Together, these experiences build confidence, leadership, and focus both on the court and on the stage. #WeAreWorcester #YouCanDoBoth
Taylor Case graduated from Stephen Decatur, attended Salisbury University and Wilmington University, earning a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Master’s Degree in Reading Instruction. In her sixth-year teaching at Showell Elementary School, Case currently teaches Kindergarten. Case is a member of the ELA committee and mentors new teachers and university interns. Her teaching is centered around fostering a lifelong love of learning, high expectations and creating a structured, predictable environment where students feel safe, supported and challenged. Through intentional instruction and meaningful relationships, Case aims to inspire students and educators to reach their full potential.
Emily Knopp earned her undergraduate degree from Salisbury University and will graduate in the spring from Wilmington University with a master's degree in Technology in Education. She has taught eighth-grade English Language Arts at Stephen Decatur Middle School for six years. Emily is an active member of the School Improvement Plan, After School Academy, mentor to high school interns, and an NJHS officer. She believes that creating a supportive classroom environment is essential to helping students grow as confident readers. She also wants to thank all her colleagues, students, and family who have supported her to have a successful career.
Thank you to our amazing food service workers for the vital role you play in supporting student success across Worcester County Public Schools. We appreciate you today and every day! #WeAreWorcester
Megan Seyler graduated from Stephen Decatur before earning an Associate’s from Wor-Wic Community College. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in English (University of Maryland University College) and her Master of Arts in Teaching (Salisbury University). This is her thirteenth year of teaching; twelve have been in Worcester. Currently she teaches ninth and twelfth grade English. Seyler believes that every student deserves a champion that recognizes their individual potential. She is a teacher for after school and summer academies. Seyler advocates for the education profession by speaking before decision makers, joining state committees, and lending her voice to national campaigns.
Meet Malcolm Bratcher Jr., Pocomoke Middle School's Teacher of the Year, who we'll be celebrating at the annual Teacher of the Year Celebration on March 3.
Malcolm Bratcher earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, a Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction from Salisbury University, and is currently a doctoral candidate in Educational Literacy at Salisbury University. In his ninth year at Pocomoke Middle, Bratcher teaches music, theater, and choir. Bratcher approaches teaching as an act of connection. He believes students learn best when they feel known, challenged, and valued, and he designs learning experiences that invite curiosity, collaboration, and confidence. He is a member of his School Improvement Team, and an advocate for community engagement through performance that connects Pocomoke Middle to the Pocomoke City community.
Thinking about a career with Worcester County Public Schools? We’d love to meet you! 😊
Join us for our Job Fair next Saturday, March 7, from 10:00–11:30 a.m. at Stephen Decatur High School and explore opportunities in teaching, administrative services, food service, operations & transportation, and technology. #WeAreWorcester
