
The school day administration of the SAT to all juniors is quickly approaching. Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 19!


Wrapped up another successful session of the After School Academy this week. Robotics, Science Olympiad, Tutoring & Homework Help, Dungeons & Dragons, Newspaper, El Café, Academic Team, Service Learning, friendships, intellectual challenges, leadership roles, and so much more. We are also super thankful for our teachers and our community volunteers!
Standby for registration information for our spring session. #AfterSchoolMatters #SeeUs #SeahawksSoar #TheDecaturWay
Worcester County Public Schools MD

🏆✨ Media Expo 2025 Update! ✨🎬
We’re thrilled to share that all entries have been scored, and the results are in! 🎉 A huge thank you to our judges for their time and expertise in reviewing the incredible work submitted by WCPS students.
📢 What’s Next?
🥇🥈Medal winners will be announced in just TWO WEEKS at the Media Expo Awards Ceremony on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at Snow Hill High School!
📍 Gallery Opens: 5:00 PM
🏆 Elementary Awards (PreK–5): 6:00 PM
🏆 Secondary Awards (Grades 6–12): 7:00 PM (or following Elementary)
🎥 Can’t attend in person? The ceremony will be live-streamed so everyone can celebrate our talented students!
We can’t wait to reveal the winners and celebrate the hard work, innovation, and creativity of our WCPS students. See you there!


Today Decatur SPREAD THE WORD!!
We were so honored to bring the Spread the Word: Inclusion campaign to Stephen Decatur High School on behalf of our Unified Athletics and Special Olympics Maryland!!











It’s another round for the Stephen Decatur High School heroes at the biannual #KeyClub Blood Drive. Many thanks to the many donors today, to our Key Club members for serving as gracious hosts, and to Blood Bank of Delmarva.
#GiveBloodSaveLives ❤️





Celebrating this amazing professional, Mrs. Wendy Shirk, this #SchoolSocialWorkWeek, and thankful for her always!
💙🖤🤍


The Worcester County Board of Education is now accepting applications for its next Superintendent of Schools.
Worcester County Public Schools is seeking an innovative, engaging instructional leader who is a passionate advocate for children, has demonstrated success in improving student achievement, and can build consensus through effective communication while representing the fiscal needs of the system.
Learn more about this opportunity and how to apply at https://tinyurl.com/WCPSSupSearch.


IMPORTANT: Due to anticipated high winds and inclement weather, all afterschool, evening, and Adult Education classes for today, Wednesday, March 5, 2025, have been canceled.

Support our neighbors in need by donating to the annual Believe in Tomorrow Beach Supply Drive! Items can be brought to the SDHS Main Office or the Ocean Pines Recreation Center from March 10th-April 11th. For questions please contact Mary Decker Brown at 410-723-2842 or mbrown@BelieveInTomorrow.org.,



SDHS Instrumental Music t-shirts ($20 to $30) and hoodies ($40 to $45) available now in both light gray and black. See order form with further details in comments.
Payment method:
o Checks (preferred) Made out to SDHS Band Boosters
o Cash (in an envelope)
Payments & order forms can be dropped off to Mr. McKenzie
or mail to SDHS Band Boosters 9 Grice St., Berlin, MD
Orders must be in by March 21. If any questions email
JRMcKenzie@worcesterk12.org



Great day at Girls 1A/2A East Regionals!
8 moving on to States!
100
Calleigh McBride 2nd Place
105
Melani Ruiz 1st Place
110
Makaiya Robinette 2nd Place
120
Irie Carmack 1st Place
125
Rachel Plata 1st Place
135
Amari Purnell 1st Place
140
Beyonce Rodriguez 4th Place
170
Chaniah Bernier 1st Place
190
Azariyah Johnson 1st Place
235
Amelia Gonzalez Ventura 4th Place


1A/2A Boys Regionals in the Books!
8 Boys Heading to States!
113
Juan Hinojosa 1st Place
126
Elijah Collick 1st Place
138
Aaron August 2nd Place
144
Jake Saullo 1st Place
150
Alex Riehl 3rd Place
157
Amarian Manuel 1st Place
165
Braydon Bell 3rd Place
190
Cole Muir 6th Place
215
Nate McDaniel 1st Place


Mackenzie Chmar is a Woman of Tomorrow! 👏
Congratulations to Chmar, who was surprised by representatives of the Worcester County Commission for Women today, with the special honor of distinction.
Chmar was presented a Certificate of Recognition and an invitation to the annual Women’s History Luncheon on March 19, where she will be recognized for her achievements.
#SeahawksSoar #SeeUs #TheDecaturWay
Worcester County Public Schools MD




This year's Worcester County Public Schools Fine Arts Festival will be held on April 15th from 5:00-8:00pm at Snow Hill High School Worcester County. Please join us to celebrate our young artists!🎨🎶


Calling all WCPS: Time is running out to give your input to the Board of Education as it conducts its search for the next WCPS Superintendent. Participate in the public input exchanges at https://tinyurl.com/WCPSSupt before it closes tomorrow, Feb. 28. Thank you!

Attention WCPS families, we are aware that PowerSchool has begun sending direct notifications to individuals impacted by the Dec. 2024 cybersecurity incident. For more information, please visit PowerSchool's site: https://www.powerschool.com/security/sis-incident/notice-of-united-states-data-breach.

Congratulations Stephen Decatur High School!
They take home the 2025 boys basketball Bayside championship!
#LocalTeamsBigDreams


It’s been a tough winter on everyone, especially our furry friends! 🐶🐱 The Leo Club made sure that our wonderful friends at the Worcester County Humane Society were not forgotten. Many thanks to #DecaturNation for the donations and a big thank you to Mr. Krall’s class, which contributed the most!
#SeahawksSoar #SeeUs #SeahawksServe
#TheDecaturWay #LoveOurFurryFriends
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


Looking for a rewarding career in education? Join us at our Job Fair to explore opportunities in:
✅ Teaching
✅ Operations & Transportation
✅ Food Service
✅ Technology
✅ Administrative Services
📅 Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Stephen Decatur High School, Berlin, MD
🔗 Register by March 13 at 6 PM: tinyurl.com/25WCPSJobFair
Don't miss your chance to join our amazing team! #WCPSJobFair
