Seahawk writers continue to do their thing. ✍️
Congratulations to the winners of the 13th annual Peggy Hevel Memorial Writing Contest sponsored by the Seahawk Lyceum Chapter of the National English Honor Society (#NEHS)!
Students entered original works in two categories: short story and poetry.
Poetry:
🥇1st Place: Soleil Payne
🥈2nd Place: Teaghan O'Malley
🥉3rd Place: Shelby Hall
Short Story:
🥇1st Place: Rebecca Kemp
🥈2nd Place: Conan Geiger
🥉3rd Place: Sara Quisgard
Pictured: Rebecca Kemp, Conan Geiger, Sara Quisgard, Soleil Payne
#SeahawksWrite
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Congratulations to the winners of the 13th annual Peggy Hevel Memorial Writing Contest sponsored by the Seahawk Lyceum Chapter of the National English Honor Society (#NEHS)!
Students entered original works in two categories: short story and poetry.
Poetry:
🥇1st Place: Soleil Payne
🥈2nd Place: Teaghan O'Malley
🥉3rd Place: Shelby Hall
Short Story:
🥇1st Place: Rebecca Kemp
🥈2nd Place: Conan Geiger
🥉3rd Place: Sara Quisgard
Pictured: Rebecca Kemp, Conan Geiger, Sara Quisgard, Soleil Payne
#SeahawksWrite
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Puppy love returns for the last time! ❤️🐶
The final pet therapy visit will be:
🗓️ Tuesday, June 2
⏱️ 1:30 - 2:30
📍Media Center
We want to extend a sincere thank you to Pets on Wheels of Delmarva, their handlers, and sweet pups for bringing such peace and love to our school family throughout the year. We look forward to our continued partnership next school year!
“Dogs have a way of finding the people who need them, and filling an emptiness we didn’t even know we had.” -Thom Jones 🐾
#CommunityPartnerships
Pets on Wheels
The final pet therapy visit will be:
🗓️ Tuesday, June 2
⏱️ 1:30 - 2:30
📍Media Center
We want to extend a sincere thank you to Pets on Wheels of Delmarva, their handlers, and sweet pups for bringing such peace and love to our school family throughout the year. We look forward to our continued partnership next school year!
“Dogs have a way of finding the people who need them, and filling an emptiness we didn’t even know we had.” -Thom Jones 🐾
#CommunityPartnerships
Pets on Wheels
What. A. Night! ✨
Congratulations to the Stephen Decatur High School #ClassOf2026! 🎓
A little postponement because of the rain ended up working perfectly in our favor, with a beautiful evening capped off by a spectacular fireworks display. 🎆
A special thank you to Senator Mary Beth Carozza, #SDHSAlum, for returning to Decatur and inspiring our graduates as this year’s keynote speaker.
To the Class of 2026: thank you for the memories and for the legacy you leave behind at SDHS. #DecaturNation cannot wait to see you soar!
💙🖤🤍
#OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
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Congratulations to the Stephen Decatur High School #ClassOf2026! 🎓
A little postponement because of the rain ended up working perfectly in our favor, with a beautiful evening capped off by a spectacular fireworks display. 🎆
A special thank you to Senator Mary Beth Carozza, #SDHSAlum, for returning to Decatur and inspiring our graduates as this year’s keynote speaker.
To the Class of 2026: thank you for the memories and for the legacy you leave behind at SDHS. #DecaturNation cannot wait to see you soar!
💙🖤🤍
#OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
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Diplomas have been awarded, and caps have been tossed! Please share your congratulations to Stephen Decatur High School's newest alumni, the #ClassOf2026! #WeAreWorcester #CongratsGrads #WorcesterProud
Commencement is underway as Stephen Decatur High School proudly celebrates the Class of 2026. Today marks the culmination of years of dedication, growth, and achievement, and the school community is excited to see all that these graduates will accomplish in the years ahead. Congratulations to the Class of 2026! #ClassOf2026 #WeAreWorcester #CongratsGrads #WorcesterProud
IMPORTANT GRADUATION UPDATE
After closely monitoring the weather, we have made the decision to push back the start time of our Commencement Ceremony by one hour to 7:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m. - Gates Open
6:00 p.m. - Graduates Report to Gymnasium
6:45 p.m. - Processional Begins
7:00 p.m. - Ceremony Begins
Important Notes:
Please be mindful of traffic as you arrive.
Please be advised that weather may necessitate precautionary measures within the stadium.
Please note that umbrellas are not allowed in the stadium, but rain jackets and rain panchos are welcome.
Grateful for a beautiful Baccalaureate Ceremony this evening as we celebrate the Stephen Decatur High School #ClassOf2026.
We’re thankful for the encouragement, prayers, and community that have helped guide our graduates along the way, and we wish them continued wisdom, purpose, and success in the journey ahead! ✨
A special thank you to our local Ministerial Association, including the Truitts (Brooklyn, Brett, & baby ❤️ - Decatur grads) for hosting and supporting this meaningful tradition!
#OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
We’re thankful for the encouragement, prayers, and community that have helped guide our graduates along the way, and we wish them continued wisdom, purpose, and success in the journey ahead! ✨
A special thank you to our local Ministerial Association, including the Truitts (Brooklyn, Brett, & baby ❤️ - Decatur grads) for hosting and supporting this meaningful tradition!
#OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
Now add #StateChampion to our #BestAllAround! 🥇
Congratulations Lotus Wise on beating out all competitors in the MPSSAA 3A Track & Field Long Jump! 🌟
#AndThenThereWasOne #OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Congratulations Lotus Wise on beating out all competitors in the MPSSAA 3A Track & Field Long Jump! 🌟
#AndThenThereWasOne #OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Attention WCPS Families: Maryland SUN Bucks helps families with school-aged children who receive free or reduced-price meals buy groceries during the summer break when school meals are unavailable.
Families who qualify for the Maryland SUN Bucks program will receive $40 for June, July, and August (a total of $120) for each eligible student. To learn more or enroll, please visit https://dhs.maryland.gov/sunbucks/
Families who qualify for the Maryland SUN Bucks program will receive $40 for June, July, and August (a total of $120) for each eligible student. To learn more or enroll, please visit https://dhs.maryland.gov/sunbucks/
That’s a wrap on our #AfterSchoolAcademy!
So many highlights this year, from over 1000 service-learning hours completed for over 70 students to 100+ tutoring hours, from competitions to friendships, financial planning, leadership, car maintenance, art creations, games, and a lot of other enrichment. ✨
We are so thankful for our teachers, students, our #CommunityPartners including at Coastal Hospice Thrift Shop, Town of Berlin Maryland, Ocean City Police Department (Detective Kevin Herbert), Worcester Goes Purple, Art League of Ocean City MD, Stephen Decatur Middle School and Worcester Technical High School, Newark MD, and the community at large. 🤗
Stay tuned for posts about the exciting things to come with our Summer Academy!
#AfterSchoolMatters
Worcester County Public Schools MD
So many highlights this year, from over 1000 service-learning hours completed for over 70 students to 100+ tutoring hours, from competitions to friendships, financial planning, leadership, car maintenance, art creations, games, and a lot of other enrichment. ✨
We are so thankful for our teachers, students, our #CommunityPartners including at Coastal Hospice Thrift Shop, Town of Berlin Maryland, Ocean City Police Department (Detective Kevin Herbert), Worcester Goes Purple, Art League of Ocean City MD, Stephen Decatur Middle School and Worcester Technical High School, Newark MD, and the community at large. 🤗
Stay tuned for posts about the exciting things to come with our Summer Academy!
#AfterSchoolMatters
Worcester County Public Schools MD
We are pleased to recognize Lennard Garcia-Ornelas as the recipient of the SURGE Circuit Helper Award for Service. ⚡️🔌
Lennard has flourished as a leader and has become an enthusiastic force within the classroom, celebrating others’ successes and guiding his peers in their language learning. 👏
Additionally, he has demonstrated strong personal achievement, maintained outstanding grades, and helped others improve their grades. Congrats Lennard!
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Lennard has flourished as a leader and has become an enthusiastic force within the classroom, celebrating others’ successes and guiding his peers in their language learning. 👏
Additionally, he has demonstrated strong personal achievement, maintained outstanding grades, and helped others improve their grades. Congrats Lennard!
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Whether you are flying or driving this summer, Sora eBooks and Audiobooks can go with you wherever you go. Download titles before you leave and read (or listen) anytime, anywhere.
Download Sora or go to soraapp.com. Find our school. Use your @worcesterk12.org username to login.
Download Sora or go to soraapp.com. Find our school. Use your @worcesterk12.org username to login.
A beautiful night for one of the last rides for the #ClassOf2026! 🎓
Thank you to our families, friends, teachers & staff members, community, and boardwalk businesses for continuing to make this annual event so special, and a special shout-out to (SeaBoard Media) The Seaboard for the wonderful seaworthy messages!
💙🖤🤍
#OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#CommunityMatters
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks Worcester County Public Schools MD
Thank you to our families, friends, teachers & staff members, community, and boardwalk businesses for continuing to make this annual event so special, and a special shout-out to (SeaBoard Media) The Seaboard for the wonderful seaworthy messages!
💙🖤🤍
#OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#CommunityMatters
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks Worcester County Public Schools MD
What a night of celebration as Stephen Decatur High School's #ClassOf2026 drove down the Ocean City Boardwalk as friends and family cheered them on! Keep an eye on our WCPS Photo Share as we hope to post tonight's full photo album soon: http://tinyurl.com/WCPSPhotoShare #WeAreWorcester #CongratsGrads
Perfection continues for this undefeated baseball team, and more importantly, the team is headed to the STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! ⚾️🔥
Congratulations, gentlemen, on your 3-2 state semi-final win over Chesapeake High School!
One more. LET’S GO!!! 💪
💙🖤🤍
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
History Made! 📖🥍🏆
Our men’s lacrosse team takes the 2A #StateChampionship title in an incredible 8–4 victory over Kent Island — avenging last year’s state championship loss.
These two programs know each other well, making this win even sweeter. Fueled by determination, resilience, and a season of hard work, our team finished the job and brought home the first men’s lacrosse state championship in school history since the program began in 1995. 💪
From heartbreak to history — this team has etched its way into the books! ☝️
Congratulations to our players, coaches, families, students, and community on an unforgettable championship season! This victory did not happen without the tremendous support of #DecaturNation. 💙🖤🤍
#AndThenThereWasOne #BeachBoys #OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD
Our men’s lacrosse team takes the 2A #StateChampionship title in an incredible 8–4 victory over Kent Island — avenging last year’s state championship loss.
These two programs know each other well, making this win even sweeter. Fueled by determination, resilience, and a season of hard work, our team finished the job and brought home the first men’s lacrosse state championship in school history since the program began in 1995. 💪
From heartbreak to history — this team has etched its way into the books! ☝️
Congratulations to our players, coaches, families, students, and community on an unforgettable championship season! This victory did not happen without the tremendous support of #DecaturNation. 💙🖤🤍
#AndThenThereWasOne #BeachBoys #OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD
Sending our Men’s Lax team off to the second straight #StateChampionship title game…
#DecaturNation is cheering for you, gentlemen!
🥍💪🔥
💙🖤🤍
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD
#DecaturNation is cheering for you, gentlemen!
🥍💪🔥
💙🖤🤍
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD
Thank you Berlin Intermediate School for celebrating our #ClassOf2026!!!!
We are incredibly honored and grateful that Stephen Decatur High School has been nominated for Coastal Style Magazine ‘s Best School for the 6th year in a row!
This recognition means so much because it reflects the amazing students, families, staff, alumni, and community members who make #DecaturNation so special every single day. Your support, pride, and dedication are what continue to make our school a place we are proud to call home.
This year, too, we have one of our very own teachers, Mrs. Fenzel-Mergott, and bus drivers, Mr. Beard, as nominees! ⭐️⭐️
If you would like to support us, we would be so grateful for your votes.✔️✔️✔️
Thank you for always believing in and supporting our school community. We truly could not do this without you!
💙🖤🤍
https://coastalstylemag.com/best-of-2026-worcester/
This recognition means so much because it reflects the amazing students, families, staff, alumni, and community members who make #DecaturNation so special every single day. Your support, pride, and dedication are what continue to make our school a place we are proud to call home.
This year, too, we have one of our very own teachers, Mrs. Fenzel-Mergott, and bus drivers, Mr. Beard, as nominees! ⭐️⭐️
If you would like to support us, we would be so grateful for your votes.✔️✔️✔️
Thank you for always believing in and supporting our school community. We truly could not do this without you!
💙🖤🤍
https://coastalstylemag.com/best-of-2026-worcester/
Worcester drivers—safety starts with you. If you see a school bus with flashing red lights, make sure to stop and wait. Remember to always stop when the stop-arm is out. #WeAreWorcester
