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Advancing our conversation on African Americans and Labor, today we present Mark Dean who is known for his groundbreaking contributions to computer engineering, particularly in the development of personal computing technology. As an engineer and inventor at IBM, he played a pivotal role in designing the IBM personal computer (PC) and was a key figure in the development of the Industry Standard Architecture bus, which allowed computers to support plug-in devices like printers, disk drives, and modems. He was part of the team that developed the first 1-GHz microprocessor, which dramatically increased computing power and efficiency. His contributions to IBM earned him the title of IBM Fellow, the highest technical honor at the company, making him the first African American to receive this distinction. Later in his career, he focused on emerging computing technologies, including AI and next-generation computing architectures. Dean is a prolific inventor, holding more than 40 patents, including several fundamental ones in the field of personal computing.

🎓 Seniors! Need help with your scholarship applications? 🎓 Join us for Scholarship Application Day on February 27! 📅 The counseling department will be available to help you with applications, essays, and more. ✅ Spots are limited—sign up for a time slot now! Don’t miss this opportunity to secure your future. 📍 Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/SHHSSADAY #ScholarshipSuccess #SeniorGoals #SHHSCounseling

WCPS families, time is running out to share your feedback on the different options for the 2025-2026 WCPS calendar. Make your voice heard and take the survey before it closes on February 7, at https://tejoin.com/scroll/748536466.

🌟 Big News, Eagles! 🦅✨ Join us in celebrating Savannah, our third finalist in the Eastern Shore Literacy Association’s Young Authors' Contest! 🎉 Her hard work and creativity have earned her a spot at the awards ceremony at Salisbury University on March 10th. Let’s give Savannah and all our talented writers a big round of applause! 👏 Stay tuned for more finalist announcements! 📝📖💙💛 #EaglePride #YoungAuthors #SHHSSuccess #WriteYourStory

Carrying on with our focus on African Americans and Labor, today we bring to you Mary Van Brittan Brown who is known for patenting the home security system. In 1966, she, along with her husband Albert Brown, developed a system that included a set of video cameras, a two-way microphone, and a remote control to monitor who was outside the door. It allowed people to visually identify visitors before opening the door, and it also included a method to communicate with them from inside the house. That same year they applied for a patent for their security system. It was granted three years later in 1969. This invention laid the groundwork for modern closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems used in home security today like, making her a pioneer in the field of home safety and surveillance technology.

A great turn out for FAFSA Night! Thank you Wor-Wic and our amazing school counselors for walking our families through this process! #CollegeBound #EaglesSoar 👏🏻🩶❤️

🎾 Tennis season is almost here! No experience? No problem! Come out and give it a try. See Mrs. Koz or Mr. Brahosky for more info. Don't miss your chance to be part of the team! #SHHSEagles #GameSetMatch

Expanding on our discussion of African Americans and Labor, today we spotlight Alexander Miles who is best known for his invention of the automatic elevator door mechanism. It is believed that he was inspired to invent the automatic elevator door after witnessing or nearly experiencing an accident where his daughter was almost injured due to an open elevator shaft. Therefore, in 1887, he patented a system that allowed elevator doors to open and close automatically, improving safety and convenience. Before his invention, elevator doors had to be manually operated, which could be hazardous. His innovation helped make elevators more reliable and efficient, especially in multi-story buildings. Miles’ contribution is considered a key development in the evolution of modern elevators.

💪👉 #ThankYouTuesday - Show Appreciation for Our School Counselors Take a moment to thank a counselor who has made a difference in your life. Write a note, post a shout-out, or tag them in your story to express your gratitude! 🙌

🎨✨ A huge THANK YOU to Brandon Bell for visiting Snow Hill High School and sharing his expertise and experience with our students! As a talented muralist, your incredible work has left a lasting impact on the Lower Eastern Shore, bringing art and storytelling to life in our communities. Your passion and creativity are truly inspiring, and we are grateful for the opportunity to learn from you! #ThankYou #BrandonBell #Muralist #CommunityImpact #SnowHillHigh #SHHSEagles

📣 Exciting News, Eagles! 🦅✨ Congratulations to Riley, our second finalist in the Eastern Shore Literacy Association’s Young Authors' Contest! 🎉 As a finalist, Riley has been invited to the awards ceremony at Salisbury University on March 10th to celebrate this amazing achievement. Stay tuned as we announce more Eagle Finalists next week! Let’s continue to cheer on our talented writers! 📝📖💙💛 #EaglePride #YoungAuthors #SHHSSuccess #WriteYourStory

Snow Hill Community! Let's support our Bayside Champ, Allie Suarezapecheche for Player of the Week! Vote NOW! 🩶❤️ https://www.delmarvanow.com/story/sports/high-school/2025/02/03/vote-for-the-delmarva-now-player-of-the-week-for-jan-27-feb-2/78085952007/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3peBrY7PRkBbrcEFUOm4Amxj67l0F_vUcAOhwoysVLjYSvOzk1sxbFyyI_aem_C_xeMWRHyRzvBfWlcNZYHQ#0sk1340dio7lpzamti99jt23qjhd5r7vh

Join Us to learn more about the Blueprint for Maryland's Future in one of our upcoming learning sessions! Join us in person at the WCPS Board of Education Office or watch online via livestream! February 19, 2025, 5:30 p.m. - Chief Academic Officers Denise Shorts and Annette Wallace will share progress on WCPS' implementation of Pillars One (Early Childhood Education) and Three (College & Career Readiness) is going. (Livestream link: https://youtube.com/live/OEDsO4QKeGI) March 12, 2025, 5:40 p.m. - Chief Operations and Human Relations Officer Dwayne Abt and Coordinator of Student Health Services Lauren Williams share progress on Pillars Two (High Quality and Diverse Teachers and Leaders) and Four (Resources for Students to be Successful). (Livestream link: https://youtube.com/live/M27PHb89he4)

🎉 Happy National School Counseling Week! 🎉 This #MindsetMonday, let’s celebrate the incredible impact of our Snow Hill High School counselors! 💙✨ They support, guide, and inspire us to grow, both academically and personally. Take a moment to reflect—how has a school counselor helped you on your journey? Share a story, a thank-you, or a positive affirmation! Let’s show our counselors some love! 💬💛 #NSCW25 #MindsetMonday #ThankYouCounselors #SnowHillHigh #Growth #SupportMatters #EagleCounselorAppreciation

Building on our theme of African Americans and Labor, presented today is businessman and inventor Alfred L. Cralle who is best known for inventing the ice cream scoop. In 1897, he patented the "Ice Cream Mold and Disher" a mechanical device designed to easily scoop and dispense ice cream with one hand. His invention was unique because it prevented ice cream from sticking to the scoop and eliminated the need for two hands or additional tools to remove the ice cream. Despite his invention becoming widely used, Cralle never profited significantly from it, as many similar designs emerged over time. His contribution remains significant in culinary history, as his design laid the foundation for modern ice cream scoops still used today.

📢 FAFSA Information Night – Tomorrow! 🎓💰 Snow Hill High School’s FAFSA Information Night is tomorrow, February 4th, from 5:30–7:30 PM! 📅✨ Get expert guidance on completing your FAFSA for financial aid. Open to all students and parents—don’t miss this chance to secure your future! 📍 Where: Snow Hill High School ⏰ When: Tomorrow, 5:30–7:30 PM #FAFSA #SnowHillHigh #CollegeBound #FinancialAid

📚🦅 Attention Snow Hill School Community! 🦅📚 Should you have any questions or concerns regarding the School Library Policies or access to resources, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your librarian. Our librarian is available to provide answers and guidance to support your library experience! #EaglePride #SHHSLibrary #LibraryAccess #WeAreHereToHelp

💘 Love is in the air… and so is perfect attendance! 💘 Want to be the Valentine to beat this year? Join the February Kickboard Challenge! 🌹💯 From now until February 13, keep it 0️⃣ absences, 0️⃣ tardies, and 0️⃣ negative office referrals, and you’ll be entered into a lottery to win a Dozen Roses! 🌹✨ Nothing says "I'm responsible and romantic" like showing up on time and staying out of trouble. So be the student your teachers (and maybe your crush? 😉) will love! #ZeroAbsencesZeroRegrets #RosesAreRedVioletsAreBlue #StayOnTrackAndWinSomeToo 🌹💕

🌟 It’s National School Counseling Week 2025! 🌟 This week, we’re celebrating the incredible work of our Snow Hill High School counselors, who help our students thrive every day. 💙 We want to show them just how much we appreciate their hard work and dedication! We need YOUR help! Join us in honoring our amazing counselors by participating throughout the week! Share your stories, shout-outs, and messages of thanks using the hashtags: #EagleCounselorAppreciation #HelpingStudentsThrive #NSCW25 Whether it’s a thank-you post, a picture of your counselor, or a story about how they’ve made a difference in your life, we want to hear from you! 🙌 Let’s flood social media with appreciation for the people who make a lasting impact on our students' success. Thank you to our Snow Hill Eagles family for helping us show how much our counselors mean! 🦅💙

Maintaining our focus on African Americans and Labor, our focus today is on Dr. Patricia Bath, a pioneering ophthalmologist, inventor, and advocate for blindness prevention. She is best known for inventing the Laserphaco Probe in 1986, a device that improved cataract surgery by using a laser to remove cataracts more precisely and with less pain. She became the first Black woman to receive a medical patent related to ophthalmology. She co-founded the American Institute for the Prevention of Blindness in 1976, emphasizing that eyesight is a basic human right. Dr. Bath was the first Black female physician to receive a medical patent. She was also the first Black woman to complete an ophthalmology residency at Columbia University and the first woman to chair an ophthalmology residency program in the U.S. at UCLA. Her work revolutionized eye surgery and helped restore vision to many patients, including those who had been blind for decades.