Good morning SCPS families and staff. Schools will dismiss early today, Friday, 9/22/23, to prepare our buildings for the arrival of tropical storm Ophelia.
Secondary schools - SIS, WHS and CHS will dismiss at 11:30 a.m.
Elementary schools - DIS, PAES, GES and WES will dismiss at 12:30 p.m.
The hurricane shelter at Washington High School will open at 4:00 p.m. today.
Thank you, be safe, and please attend to future updates as the storm impacts our area over the coming weekend.
This week we'll be up close with some animal friends, going on a hayride and enjoying ice cream at Chesapeake Bay Farms, and moving to the music with Ms. Niki. Call or message us for details! We can't wait to have some fun while learning with you and your children.
The Fall 2023 edition of the Somerset County Judy Center Magazine is now available! Use the link to look inside for important information for parents and fun activities for children.
https://5il.co/2189y
If you are expecting a baby, we hope you will join us for Ready to Hatch! This 4 week series will help prepare you for baby's birth and first year. See flyer for details and message us for more information or to register.
Use the link to view the August Job Journal. In addition to job listings, you'll find information about back to school events and giveaways, job training, and adult education.
https://issuu.com/tcclesmd/docs/augustjobjournal/2
Join us at Play Pals this week on Tuesday for Water Fun in Crisfield and on Thursday for Mother Goose in Princess Anne. Then on Friday look for our table at the Little Big Townfest in Crisfield!
Does your child need a booster seat? Maryland Child Passenger Safety Law states that every child under 8 years old must ride in a car seat or booster seat unless the child is 4 feet 9 inches or taller. Contact us to see if you are eligible for a free booster seat!
Submit your child's artwork to be included in the Judy Center's 2024 calendar. All art welcome but we would love to have some drawings that match a season or holiday. Break out the crayons and let the fun begin! Drawings can be dropped off at Play Pals, Woodson Elementary or Princess Anne Elementary. Winners will receive an art set to keep the fun going! Please include your name and phone number as well as your child's name and age on the back of the drawing.
We are looking forward to a fun filled week! Our summer school students will explore the universe with Cosmic Adventures, the beach play date will include a scavenger hunt and summer celebration is packed with fun and great opportunities to make community connections. Hope to see you there!
#TeamSCPS: Last year you helped us raise $500 for school supplies with #FFFCULikeForACause! 📓✏️ Can we beat last year's likes and shares? Go to @FFFCUofMD on Instagram to show your support of our #SmallButMighty system in Somerset!
For just a few more hours (through Weds. July 12th at 12 pm), FFFCU will donate $1 for every like their Instagram post receives! An additional $1 will be donated for each repost on your story using #FFFCULikeForACause. The donations will help ensure teachers and students are ready for a successful school year!
Head to FFFCU's Instagram to support or visit their website for more information:
https://www.firstfinancial.org/community/community-events/
#TeamSCPS: Last year you helped us raise $500 for school supplies with #FFFCULikeForACause! 📓✏️ Can we beat last year's likes and shares? Go to @FFFCUofMD on Instagram to show your support of our #SmallButMighty system in Somerset!
For 24 hours (July 11th at 12 pm through July 12th at 12 pm), FFFCU will donate $1 for every like their Instagram post receives! An additional $1 will be donated for each repost on your story using #FFFCULikeForACause. The donations will help ensure teachers and students are ready for a successful school year!
Head to FFFCU's Instagram to support or visit their website for more information:
https://www.firstfinancial.org/community/community-events/
As a reminder, schools and offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4, 2023 for Independence Day. There will be no summer school on Tuesday. Have a safe and happy 4th of July!
View the June Job Journal for information on job openings, free certification classes, summer scholarships for youth activities and more!
https://issuu.com/tcclesmd/docs/jobjournaljune2023full
Reminders:
Friday, May 26, 2023 is an early dismissal day. Elementary schools dismiss at 12:30 pm; Intermediate & High Schools dismiss at 11:30 a.m.
Monday, May 29, 2023 SCPS schools and offices are closed in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend!
Reminders:
Friday, May 26, 2023 is an early dismissal day. Elementary schools dismiss at 12:30 pm; Intermediate & High Schools dismiss at 11:30 a.m.
Monday, May 29, 2023 SCPS schools and offices are closed in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend!
Earlier in the week, Pre-K teachers, paraprofessionals and local childcare and Head Start teachers participated in the final all-day professional development session in a series focused on the Science of Reading. The Early Childhood LETRS (Language Essentials for teachers of Reading and Spelling) professional development course builds the early childhood educators foundation in the principals of teaching reading to young minds.
The closed session of the May 16, 2023 Regular Meeting of the Somerset Board of Education has been rescheduled from 4:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Open session will begin at 6:00 p.m.
