Did you know you can participate in MSDE's office hours to learn and ask questions about the development, design, and implementation of Maryland’s PreK-12 Mathematics Policy and its’ anticipated outcomes for students across Maryland?
Upcoming Dates and times are:
· Friday, May 9 – 10am-11am
· Thursday, May 22 – 4pm-5pm
· Friday, June 6 – 10am-11am
· Tuesday, June 17 – 4pm-5pm
To attend, you must register in advance at https://tinyurl.com/MDMathHours.

It’s #TeacherAppreciationWeek and our staff was treated to a Nacho Average Cinco de Mayo luncheon. We would like to extend our gratitude to Cantina Los Agaves and Pancho & Lefty’s for their generous donations!
Pancho & Lefty’s Ocean City MD







3 CHEERS for our COASTAL STYLE MAGAZINE nominees! 🎉
For the fifth year in a row, Stephen Decatur High School has been nominated for BEST SCHOOL! 💙🖤🤍
Also, this year, we have two members of our faculty nominated for Best of 2025.
Mary Hathaway - Best Teacher
Josh August - Best Youth Coach
Cast your vote anytime between now and May 31st at
https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/...

PK/K registration is underway! Visit our enrollment page to learn about what you need to register your little one for the 2025-2026 school year: https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/enrollment-info2

The 2024 Family Survey is now available for you to participate! Visit https://tejoin.com/scroll/318855779 before the survey closes on Friday, May 17.



Our athletes go #NextLevel!
What a crop of talent - 32 athletes commit to play at the collegiate level in 14 different sports in addition to our athletes who signed in the fall.
Let’s go!!!
💙🖤🤍
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#SeahawksSoar #DecaturNation #SeeUs #BeachBoys #Champs #StateChamps #Seahawks #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
Worcester County Public Schools MD









Congratulations to our Bayside Conference Senior Scholar Athletes! 👏👏👏
Students in the classroom, beasts on the field.
Davin Chandler 🏈🏀
Ryleigh Smith 🏑🥎
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#SeahawksSoar #DecaturNation #BeachBoys #ClassOf2025 #SDHSClassOf2025 #SeeUs
#OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk

Thankful for the General Levin Winder Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) for sponsoring programs that celebrate the achievements and good deeds of
our young people.
Alongside other amazing students from across Worcester County, senior Brooke Berquist was presented the DAR Good Citizen Award. Thank you, Brooke, for all that you do! 👏👏👏
#SeahawksSoar #SeahawksServe #SeeUs
#OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#TheDecaturWay #ClassOf2025 #SDHSClassOf2025



It is always special celebrating our #WeXL honorees. Congratulations to all of our honor roll recipients!
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A special thank you to our incredible keynote speaker, Mr. Daniel Bowen, composer, arranger, pianist, and Symphony 21 founder, #SDHSAlum, and #ClassOf2004 graduate.
Mr. Bowen is an incredibly gifted composer whose talent continues to inspire—but what truly stood out tonight was his humility and the heartfelt message he shared. His reflections on the importance of relationships and kindness resonated deeply with our entire community. Danny, you represent our school with grace, purpose, and pride. Thank you for coming home and reminding us of the values that truly matter.
#SeahawksSoar #DecaturNation #SeeUs #TheDecaturWay #WeXL #OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
Worcester County Public Schools MD






Straight As for every quarter for 4 years - that’s what we call an A-Team‼️
Congratulations to this tremendous twenty on an exceptional accomplishment.
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#SeahawksSoar #StraightAs #DecaturNation
#TheDecaturWay #SeeUs #WeXL #OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
Worcester County Public Schools MD

Reminder: The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Learn more about our safety protocols by visiting https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/school-safety-protocols. #WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters

Congratulations to all of the Stephen Decatur High School WeXL scholars who were honored this evening! A special shout out to the remarkable group of seniors who have maintained straight A's throughout their entire high school careers! #WeAreWorcester #WorcesterProud
ICYMI: We were honored to celebrate the Bayside Conference senior scholar athletes at a banquet last night. The full album of photos is now available in our Photo Share: http://tinyurl.com/WCPSPhotoShare. #WeAreWorcester #ClassOf2025
Congratulations to our Bayside Conference Senior Scholar Athletes, who are being honored this evening! #CongratsGrads #WeAreWorcester



Thank you Heather Riser and Art I students for this beautiful showpiece made from repurposed materials! ❤️🌎🌊
#EarthWeek #SeeUs #SDHSGoesGreen #EarthWeek2025 #SeahawksSoar
Worcester County Public Schools MD


It was a meaningful culmination to our Surfrider Club-sponsored Earth Week with the collection of over 100 pounds of trash from around the school grounds by the student body. ❤️🌎🌊
#SeahawksServe #SDHSGoesGreen #EarthWeek #EarthWeek2025 #SeeUs #DecaturNation #TheDecaturWay
Worcester County Public Schools MD
Surfrider Foundation - Ocean City Maryland Chapter








The library has lots to offer for Quarter 4! Stop by for a book, check out a hotspot, learn a new game. Contact Mrs. Tignor if you have any questions.

Thankful for this long-time educator,
Mrs. Laurie Chetelat, recipient of the
inaugural Superintendent Legacy Award.
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#SeahawksSoar #TheDecaturWay
#SeeUs #DecaturNation #SeahawksServe #OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
Worcester County Public Schools MD

Last week, two of our incredibly talented choir students had the honor of performing in the All-Shore Choir at Queen Anne’s County High School!
We are beyond proud of Alex Pouchan and Adelaide Dawkins for representing Stephen Decatur High School and Worcester County Public Schools MD with such excellence and passion. What an amazing achievement — congratulations to both of you!
Keep reaching for the high notes!
#WorcesterProud #AllShoreChoir #WCPS #StudentSuccess



The Social Seahawks Committee and Mr. Sites recognized the outstanding efforts of these 5 teachers today who earned advanced degrees or certifications this year!🎓💙👏
Congratulations to Heather Riser (National Board Certification), Michele Ridout (Masters +60), Brittany Tracy (Masters +60), Misty Bunting (Masters +60) & Tyler Riley (Masters +30).
Your extra effort is truly admired & appreciated.

