❄️ January Parent-Teacher Conferences Update! ❄️
Families and caregivers, our winter Parent-Teacher Conferences have been pushed back one week to January 15th — mark your calendars! 📅
We’re excited to welcome community partners again this year as they set up tables and share helpful resources. Plus, join us in the cafeteria for:
🍫 A cozy hot cocoa station
🎲 A fun math game for each grade level
Check out the flyer below for all the details. We can’t wait to see you there! 💙🤍
Families and caregivers, our winter Parent-Teacher Conferences have been pushed back one week to January 15th — mark your calendars! 📅
We’re excited to welcome community partners again this year as they set up tables and share helpful resources. Plus, join us in the cafeteria for:
🍫 A cozy hot cocoa station
🎲 A fun math game for each grade level
Check out the flyer below for all the details. We can’t wait to see you there! 💙🤍
Today, 10 outstanding educators were surprised with generous grant awards from Hertrich Toyota of Pocomoke through Hertrich’s Cash for Class contest! Their creative, innovative program submissions were selected for funding, and we could not be more proud of the impact these projects will have on students.
Congratulations to the following educators and their funded projects:
Jennifer Beach, Pocomoke Middle School – Kindness in 3D
Kayla DeVaughn, Snow Hill Middle School – Algebra Incentive Trips
Mary Miller, Worcester Technical High School – 3D Printing in Computer Science and Robotics
Valerija Zienty, Worcester Technical High School – Mission: Solderable
Savanna Akins, Ocean City Elementary School – Marvelous Math Manipulatives!
Melanie Coleman, Ocean City Elementary School – Books in a Series
Emma Post, Ocean City Elementary School – Audiobooks for the Classroom
Heather Robins, Ocean City Elementary School – Tournament of Books
Jennifer Wheeler, Ocean City Elementary School – Headsets for Students
Holly Truitt, Buckingham Elementary School – Productive Peacefulness
A heartfelt thank you to Hertrich Toyota of Pocomoke and the Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships for hosting this incredible contest and supporting innovative learning opportunities across our schools. Your partnership helps our educators go above and beyond for students and the community. #PartnershipsInAction #WeAreWorcester
Congratulations to the following educators and their funded projects:
Jennifer Beach, Pocomoke Middle School – Kindness in 3D
Kayla DeVaughn, Snow Hill Middle School – Algebra Incentive Trips
Mary Miller, Worcester Technical High School – 3D Printing in Computer Science and Robotics
Valerija Zienty, Worcester Technical High School – Mission: Solderable
Savanna Akins, Ocean City Elementary School – Marvelous Math Manipulatives!
Melanie Coleman, Ocean City Elementary School – Books in a Series
Emma Post, Ocean City Elementary School – Audiobooks for the Classroom
Heather Robins, Ocean City Elementary School – Tournament of Books
Jennifer Wheeler, Ocean City Elementary School – Headsets for Students
Holly Truitt, Buckingham Elementary School – Productive Peacefulness
A heartfelt thank you to Hertrich Toyota of Pocomoke and the Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships for hosting this incredible contest and supporting innovative learning opportunities across our schools. Your partnership helps our educators go above and beyond for students and the community. #PartnershipsInAction #WeAreWorcester
📣 Snow Hill Middle School Celebrates Excellence! 🌟
We’re shining the spotlight on our amazing teachers & staff each month! 🦅❤️
👉 Nominate a Teacher of the Month or Staff Member of the Month using the quick form below. Your words of appreciation will be shared to spread positivity—even if your nominee isn’t selected.
Let’s celebrate the people who make SHMS such a fantastic place for students & families! 🙌✨
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/nfjCQEFAg0
We’re shining the spotlight on our amazing teachers & staff each month! 🦅❤️
👉 Nominate a Teacher of the Month or Staff Member of the Month using the quick form below. Your words of appreciation will be shared to spread positivity—even if your nominee isn’t selected.
Let’s celebrate the people who make SHMS such a fantastic place for students & families! 🙌✨
🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/nfjCQEFAg0
🎉 LAST NIGHT to Sign Up for Session 2 of After School Academies! 🎉
January 5th – March 5th
Don’t miss your chance for another awesome round of learning, fun, and creativity! 🌟
Registration closes TONIGHT — and classes fill up fast!
👉 Sign up here:
https://forms.office.com/r/3izjTe1Ngq
📋 View the full list of offerings:
https://5il.co/3sqtw
Don’t wait… Register now! 🚀📚✨
January 5th – March 5th
Don’t miss your chance for another awesome round of learning, fun, and creativity! 🌟
Registration closes TONIGHT — and classes fill up fast!
👉 Sign up here:
https://forms.office.com/r/3izjTe1Ngq
📋 View the full list of offerings:
https://5il.co/3sqtw
Don’t wait… Register now! 🚀📚✨
🎶 “Spirit Week, Spirit Week, fun is on the way—
Dress up with us every day and join the holiday!” ❄️✨
🎉❄️ Winter Spirit Week is Almost Here! ❄️🎉 Get ready, SHMS! We’re closing out the year with five fun days of festive spirit. Here’s what’s coming up:
📅 Monday, Dec 15 – Flannel & Frost Wear your favorite flannel to kick off the week!
📅 Tuesday, Dec 16 – Winter White Out Wear white and help us create a school-wide snowstorm effect! ❄️🤍
📅 Wednesday, Dec 17 – Pajama Day
Roll out of Bed and come to school ready to work!💤
📅 Thursday, Dec 18 – Grumpy Grinch Day Come in grumpy, green, and full of holiday mischief! 💚
📅 Friday, Dec 19 – Ugly Sweater Day Break out your boldest, brightest, and most outrageous holiday sweater. May the ugliest sweater win! 👕✨
Let’s make this Winter Spirit Week the most festive one yet! 🎁💙
🎉❄️ Winter Spirit Week is Almost Here! ❄️🎉 Get ready, SHMS! We’re closing out the year with five fun days of festive spirit. Here’s what’s coming up:
📅 Monday, Dec 15 – Flannel & Frost Wear your favorite flannel to kick off the week!
📅 Tuesday, Dec 16 – Winter White Out Wear white and help us create a school-wide snowstorm effect! ❄️🤍
📅 Wednesday, Dec 17 – Pajama Day
Roll out of Bed and come to school ready to work!💤
📅 Thursday, Dec 18 – Grumpy Grinch Day Come in grumpy, green, and full of holiday mischief! 💚
📅 Friday, Dec 19 – Ugly Sweater Day Break out your boldest, brightest, and most outrageous holiday sweater. May the ugliest sweater win! 👕✨
Let’s make this Winter Spirit Week the most festive one yet! 🎁💙
The Diet Coke with the Supt. series continues in Snow Hill! Join Superintendent Dr. Annette Wallace tomorrow, December 10, from 9–11 a.m. at the Snow Hill McDonald’s to chat, share ideas, and connect!#WeAreWorcester #PartnershipsInAction
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
📅 Why Attendance Matters
* Every day counts: consistent routines build learning.
* Better attendance = stronger grades and social skills.
* Being on time sets the tone for the day.
* Attendance builds responsibility and lifelong habits.
💙 How Families Can Help
* Set a steady morning routine.
* Prep materials the night before.
* Encourage early bedtimes.
* Remind kids that every day counts.
* Every day counts: consistent routines build learning.
* Better attendance = stronger grades and social skills.
* Being on time sets the tone for the day.
* Attendance builds responsibility and lifelong habits.
💙 How Families Can Help
* Set a steady morning routine.
* Prep materials the night before.
* Encourage early bedtimes.
* Remind kids that every day counts.
🎄 Schedule Update for ASA 🎄
📢 Monday, December 8
There will be NO After School Academy (ASA) due to the Snow Hill Christmas Parade.
📢 Tuesday & Wednesday, December 9–10
These will be the LAST ASA days of 2025 before we take a break for the holidays.
ASA will return in January!
Stay warm and enjoy the parade! 🥁✨
📢 Monday, December 8
There will be NO After School Academy (ASA) due to the Snow Hill Christmas Parade.
📢 Tuesday & Wednesday, December 9–10
These will be the LAST ASA days of 2025 before we take a break for the holidays.
ASA will return in January!
Stay warm and enjoy the parade! 🥁✨
Worcester County Public Schools will open two-hours late today, Friday, December 5, 2025, due to inclement weather conditions. Buses will operate accordingly.
🎉 Session 2 of After School Academies Sign Up is HERE! 🎉
January 5th – March 5th
Are you ready for another awesome round of learning, fun, and creativity? 🌟
Registration is NOW OPEN — and classes fill up fast!
👉 Secure your spot today:
https://forms.office.com/r/3izjTe1Ngq
Here is a link to the scheduled offerings: https://5il.co/3sqtw
Don’t wait… Register now! 🚀📚✨
❄️ Mark Your Calendars! ❄️
Our Winter Concert is coming up on Tuesday, December 16th at 6:00 PM! 🎶✨
Join us for an evening filled with the sounds of the season, as our talented students bring holiday magic to the stage. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎄🎺🎤
Our Winter Concert is coming up on Tuesday, December 16th at 6:00 PM! 🎶✨
Join us for an evening filled with the sounds of the season, as our talented students bring holiday magic to the stage. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎄🎺🎤
With wintry weather on the horizon, we want to remind families where to find inclement weather notifications. For those extended family members who may not receive notifications directly from us, you can stay in the know by downloading our mobile app and enabling notifications.
Download from the Apple App Store: https://apple.co/41QgE9c
Download from the Google Play Store: https://bit.ly/426TLOp
As a reminder, we endeavor to communicate any decisions by 5:30 a.m. at the latest. However, we ask for your patience and understanding in these difficult decisions. Our team not only monitors multiple forecasts, but they actively travel roads across all regions of the the county to ensure the safety of students and staff. #WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters
Download from the Apple App Store: https://apple.co/41QgE9c
Download from the Google Play Store: https://bit.ly/426TLOp
As a reminder, we endeavor to communicate any decisions by 5:30 a.m. at the latest. However, we ask for your patience and understanding in these difficult decisions. Our team not only monitors multiple forecasts, but they actively travel roads across all regions of the the county to ensure the safety of students and staff. #WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters
🇺🇸 SHMS Students: Enter the 2025–2026 Americanism Essay Contest!
Do you have thoughts on What Does Service to Your Country Mean to You?” 🖋️ Share your ideas, and you could win $1,000, $500, or $250 in your grade level!
Who can enter: 5th–8th grade students at SHMS
Essay length: 300 words max, typed or neatly written
Deadline: Submit to your local Elks Lodge by December 15, 2025
🏆 Top essays move from local to district, state, and even national levels — winners will be recognized at the Grand Lodge Session in Chicago next July!
Learn more and get all the entry materials here: https://5il.co/3sq9w
💡 See Mrs. Kohut for more information and start planning your essay today! ✨
After School Academy Update: Session 2
We are excited to share the preview of courses that will be offered for ASA Session 2. Please take some time to review the options and begin talking with your child about what interests them!!
Sign-ups will open tomorrow evening at 5:30 PM and will be "First come, First serve". Groups fill quickly and are capped to maintain a strong focus on academics and student growth.
Sign-ups will be completed electronically; a link and QR code will be provided tomorrow! Next week, a letter will be sent home informing you of the courses your student is accepted into.
Please remember that attendance is important and required for the class your student selects. We look forward to another great session of learning and enrichment!
We are excited to share the preview of courses that will be offered for ASA Session 2. Please take some time to review the options and begin talking with your child about what interests them!!
Sign-ups will open tomorrow evening at 5:30 PM and will be "First come, First serve". Groups fill quickly and are capped to maintain a strong focus on academics and student growth.
Sign-ups will be completed electronically; a link and QR code will be provided tomorrow! Next week, a letter will be sent home informing you of the courses your student is accepted into.
Please remember that attendance is important and required for the class your student selects. We look forward to another great session of learning and enrichment!
🎉 4th & 5th Grade Dance — THIS FRIDAY! 🎉
Here’s everything your students need to know for an amazing (and safe!) night:
✨ Important Reminders:
👋 Parents must come INTO the building to sign students in — no drop-off and go.
🚗 Parents must also come inside to sign students out. We cannot release students to the parking lot or front door.
👨👧 If students are going to a sleepover or group hangout afterward, the responsible parent may sign in/out all students they’re supervising.
👀 Parents are welcome to chaperone, but this is optional.
🕔Dance is from 5pm - 7pm
💵 Cost: $5 admission — invite only (we have the list; no need to bring the invite!).
🍬 Snacks (candy, chips, drinks) + glow sticks will be on sale for $1 each — students should bring extra money.
🎧 We’ve got a DJ!! YAY!
👗 Attire: fun, comfy school clothes, OR dress up — student choice!
Let’s make it an awesome night! 🎶✨
Here’s everything your students need to know for an amazing (and safe!) night:
✨ Important Reminders:
👋 Parents must come INTO the building to sign students in — no drop-off and go.
🚗 Parents must also come inside to sign students out. We cannot release students to the parking lot or front door.
👨👧 If students are going to a sleepover or group hangout afterward, the responsible parent may sign in/out all students they’re supervising.
👀 Parents are welcome to chaperone, but this is optional.
🕔Dance is from 5pm - 7pm
💵 Cost: $5 admission — invite only (we have the list; no need to bring the invite!).
🍬 Snacks (candy, chips, drinks) + glow sticks will be on sale for $1 each — students should bring extra money.
🎧 We’ve got a DJ!! YAY!
👗 Attire: fun, comfy school clothes, OR dress up — student choice!
Let’s make it an awesome night! 🎶✨
The Diet Coke with the Supt. series continues in Snow Hill! Join Superintendent Dr. Annette Wallace on Wednesday, December 10, from 9–11 a.m. at the Snow Hill McDonald’s to chat, share ideas, and connect! #WeAreWorcester #PartnershipsInAction
📣 Your Voice Matters, SHMS!
We’re shaping the future of our After-School Academies, and we want to hear from you!
Students, families, and community members—your ideas and feedback help us create programs that inspire, engage, and support our Eagles beyond the school day.
Share your thoughts and help us build after-school opportunities that truly reflect our school community. Together, we can make a difference! 💙🦅
🔗 Survey Link: https://salisbury.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6tW6QGqFDQBrkwK?Q_CHL=qr
Students, families, and community members—your ideas and feedback help us create programs that inspire, engage, and support our Eagles beyond the school day.
Share your thoughts and help us build after-school opportunities that truly reflect our school community. Together, we can make a difference! 💙🦅
🔗 Survey Link: https://salisbury.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6tW6QGqFDQBrkwK?Q_CHL=qr
🌟 EAGLES CELEBRATE EXCELLENCE! 🌟
We are excited to announce our November Teacher and Staff of the Month! 🎉
🍎 Mrs. Bailey Harrison – 5th Grade Teacher
💙 Mrs. Heather Ring – Educational Assistant
These incredible Eagles bring energy, compassion, and commitment to our school each and every day. Thank you for the positivity you bring to SHMS and the impact you make on our students! 💫
Help us celebrate them and their outstanding work! 🙌✨
#EaglePride #TeacherOfTheMonth #StaffOfTheMonth #SoarEagles
We are excited to announce our November Teacher and Staff of the Month! 🎉
🍎 Mrs. Bailey Harrison – 5th Grade Teacher
💙 Mrs. Heather Ring – Educational Assistant
These incredible Eagles bring energy, compassion, and commitment to our school each and every day. Thank you for the positivity you bring to SHMS and the impact you make on our students! 💫
Help us celebrate them and their outstanding work! 🙌✨
#EaglePride #TeacherOfTheMonth #StaffOfTheMonth #SoarEagles
School Safety Reminder: See something? Say something! Use the Safe Schools Maryland Tipline to anonymously report safety concerns.
📞 1-833-MD-B-SAFE | safeschoolsmd.org
#PartnershipsInAction #WeAreWorcester
