STEPHEN DECATUR HIGH SCHOOL

Sallah adds published researcher to resume ✍️
Stephen Decatur High School senior Regine “Gigi” Sallah has a smile for days and now quite a decorated resume to go along with it.
Having endured several oral surgeries growing up, Sallah is committed to forging a career in oral maxillofacial (mouth) surgery, but this past summer, she took her first professional steps in the medical field studying a different part of the face – the eyes.
Sallah spent six weeks at the University of Oxford as a student researcher in oculomics, the study of genetic biomarkers in the eyes that reflect systemic disease. Her time culminated in a published study, “Systemic Disease Screening: Using Deep Learning Analysis of Retinal Images (Oculomics): A Review,” complete with her name as one of the authors.
During her time researching at the prestigious university, Sallah was actively engaged in analyzing the digital images of the cornea of study participants and using artificial intelligence to detect and diagnose health issues. While oculomics remains a relatively new method for health screening, Sallah’s study shows the promise for its use as a method for clinical screening and monitoring disease risk.
No stranger to challenging academics, Sallah will graduate high school with seven Advanced Placement and a handful of dual enrollment courses. She is also the member of several honor societies and clubs, serving as President for both the Science National Honor Society and the Students Against Destructive Decisions club.
Her current plans following high school are to major in Global Health at The Hague University of Applied Sciences, a higher education institution in the Netherlands, where she maintains one of three national citizenships.
To read the full study in which Sallah participated, visit the OxJournal.org and click on the medicine link.
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Worcester County Public Schools MD

Families, just a quick reminder to complete the HS graduation survey before it closes on Friday. Take the survey at https://tejoin.com/scroll/813499985. Thank you for your input!

We’re so grateful for the leadership, dedication, and passion Mr. Sites brings to Stephen Decatur High School every day!
Thank you for all that you do, Mr. Sites! 🍎
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And just like that the Unified Tennis team is heading to states after winning the district! 🎾
Stay tuned for details as they become known!
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Now accepting entries!

✨ Save the Date! ✨📢
The countdown is on — Media Expo 2026 is only 5 months away! 🎉
🗓 March 19, 2026
📍 SHHS
🎨 Celebrate creativity from PreK–12 students with gallery exhibits, interactive showcases, and special recognition ceremonies!
⏰ Event Schedule:
5:00–7:00 PM • Gallery & Interactive Showcases
6:00 PM • Elementary Ceremony (PreK–5)
7:00 PM • Secondary Ceremony (6–12)
📸 Student Entry Form is now OPEN!
Submit your creative work at 👉 www.wcpsmediaexpo.com
💬 Questions?
Speak to your school librarian for more information.
Mark your calendars and get ready to be inspired by the next generation of creators! 🌟

Our LEOs roar in the communuty 🦁
Members of our Stephen Decatur High School LEO Club volunteered in partnership with the Lions Club of Ocean City this weekend to clean a stretch of 611, as part of the Maryland State Highway Administration’s Adopt A Highway Program.
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Maryland Department of Transportation
Worcester County Public Schools MD

Celebrating the far-too-short life of one of our students today, Aurora “Rory” Hayward, whose favorite color was red.
The funeral was held on Sunday, October 19th in Ocean View, DE. To express condolences via the online guestbook, visit:
https://www.melsonfuneralservices.com/obituary/9466543
If you would like to support the Hayward family during this incredibly difficult time, visit their GoFundMe page. Please also feel free to reach out to Stephen Decatur High School for ways to support the family.
✨ Let’s help Aurora’s light continue to shine. ✨
#AurorasLightStillShines
https://www.gofundme.com/.../aurora-hayward-and-to-help...

An excellent two days for members of our Students Against Destructive Decisions at the Youth Ambassador Retreat held at Assateague Island State Park. Many thanks to our Worcester County Health Department for conducting informational sessions on substance abuse and to Salisbury University communication students for sharing their leadership skills with us. This experience gave our students more knowledge and greater confidence to lead awareness campaigns in our communities. And - an awesome cornhole set, hand painted by our students, topped off the two days!
Next up for the group- #RedRibbonWeek!
Worcester County Public Schools MD
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Our fantastic Media Expo is looking for judges. Please consider giving your expertise to this amazing program for our WCPS students.

It’s a crisp fall day and a perfect night for some Pop’s!!
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FAFSA workshop success.
Thank you counselors!
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Just one yummy way of supporting one of our honor society programs!
Los Agaves
October 23
5PM - 8PM

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
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SDHS Families:
Looking for a way to get involved?
We welcome help with our Stephen Decatur After Prom!

Our incredible Stephen Decatur High School #HomecomingWeek is not possible without the gracious support of our community! Thank you to all of our sponsors, community members, parents, students, faculty members, Boosters, and everyone else who helped make HOMECOMING so special.

Families, please take a moment to share with us your input on future HS graduation ceremonies by completing a brief survey before October 24. Access the survey at https://tejoin.com/scroll/813499985. Thank you!

And the 2025 #Homecoming Queen is….
Lotus Wise! 👸🏽
Congratulations Lotus - you represent us well!
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✔️ Pepped up and ready to finish off #HOCOWeek activities, starting with a 🏈 win tonight against the Clippers and culminating with the dance tomorrow night.
Congratulations to Homecoming KING Jamison Strawley! 👑
Stay tuned for the crowning of our Homecoming QUEEN tonight at halftime.
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Another #HOCOWeek Powder Puff night is in the books with the bonechilling SENIOR ladies taking the football “W” and the sophomore Powder Puff cheerleaders performing their way to a winning routine.
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