Attention WCPS families: With temperatures low, WCPS wants to remind our students and their families to be safe near bodies of water that form ice this time of year. Remember, the ice on ponds, storm water retaining areas, and canals is never strong enough to allow any human to walk on them. Keep the below safety tips in mind for winter water safety.
• Do not walk, skate, or play on frozen bodies of water. A good rule to follow is there is no such thing as a sate thickness of ice in our area.
• Keep pets and children away from ice-covered bodies of water.
Animals are particularly at risk of falling through thin ice.
• Educate children. Tell kids about the dangers of playing near frozen bodies of water and reinforce the importance of never venturing out on the ice.
• Report dangerous conditions. If you see anyone venturing onto the ice, immediately call 91l and inform local authorities.
• Do not walk, skate, or play on frozen bodies of water. A good rule to follow is there is no such thing as a sate thickness of ice in our area.
• Keep pets and children away from ice-covered bodies of water.
Animals are particularly at risk of falling through thin ice.
• Educate children. Tell kids about the dangers of playing near frozen bodies of water and reinforce the importance of never venturing out on the ice.
• Report dangerous conditions. If you see anyone venturing onto the ice, immediately call 91l and inform local authorities.

Attention WCPS families: With temperatures low, WCPS wants to remind our students and their families to be safe near bodies of water that form ice this time of year. Remember, the ice on ponds, storm water retaining areas, and canals is never strong enough to allow any human to walk on them. Keep the below safety tips in mind for winter water safety.
• Do not walk, skate, or play on frozen bodies of water. A good rule to follow is there is no such thing as a sate thickness of ice in our area.
• Keep pets and children away from ice-covered bodies of water.
Animals are particularly at risk of falling through thin ice.
• Educate children. Tell kids about the dangers of playing near frozen bodies of water and reinforce the importance of never venturing out on the ice.
• Report dangerous conditions. If you see anyone venturing onto the ice, immediately call 91l and inform local authorities.
• Do not walk, skate, or play on frozen bodies of water. A good rule to follow is there is no such thing as a sate thickness of ice in our area.
• Keep pets and children away from ice-covered bodies of water.
Animals are particularly at risk of falling through thin ice.
• Educate children. Tell kids about the dangers of playing near frozen bodies of water and reinforce the importance of never venturing out on the ice.
• Report dangerous conditions. If you see anyone venturing onto the ice, immediately call 91l and inform local authorities.

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

It’s that time of year again for the Berlin Lions Club Sausage Sale! 🐖🐷
Date: Saturday Feb 7th
Last day to order: Tuesday, February 3rd
Orders can be picked up at the Lions Club in Berlin.
Please visit the berlinlionsclub.com site or e-mail Mr. Tom Hinkle directly with your order (TMHinkle@worcesterk12.org) or visit berlinlionsclub.com
Proceeds support the Berlin Lions Club Scholarship Fund.
Date: Saturday Feb 7th
Last day to order: Tuesday, February 3rd
Orders can be picked up at the Lions Club in Berlin.
Please visit the berlinlionsclub.com site or e-mail Mr. Tom Hinkle directly with your order (TMHinkle@worcesterk12.org) or visit berlinlionsclub.com
Proceeds support the Berlin Lions Club Scholarship Fund.

‼️ Attention Dual Enrollment students ‼️

We know what #DecaturNation is doing on January 28th!
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Dine to Donate
PLAYA BOWLS
Samuel Bowen Blvd.
Wednesday, January 28th
Noon to 6PM
Proceeds support the Stephen Decatur High School Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society).
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Dine to Donate
PLAYA BOWLS
Samuel Bowen Blvd.
Wednesday, January 28th
Noon to 6PM
Proceeds support the Stephen Decatur High School Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society).

📣 Attention Seahawks 📣
Stephen Decatur High School will now be hosting the Maryland Learner’s Permit Exam twice a year in our cafeteria!
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This opportunity is open to all Seahawks who are 15 years and 9 months old by the day of the exam.
Testing will take place on February 19, 2026 and June 4, 2026. We will begin promptly at 9:30 AM in our school cafeteria. The exam is approximately 20 minutes in length.
If a passing score is obtained, students must visit the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administratio in person receive their physical permit.
Permission slips and more information can be found in the Guidance Office.
Please also see School Testing Cordinator Mandi Wells (MLWells@worcesterk12.org) or School Counselor Valerie Riley (VARiley@worcesterk12.org) with any questions.
Stephen Decatur High School will now be hosting the Maryland Learner’s Permit Exam twice a year in our cafeteria!
🚘🪪
This opportunity is open to all Seahawks who are 15 years and 9 months old by the day of the exam.
Testing will take place on February 19, 2026 and June 4, 2026. We will begin promptly at 9:30 AM in our school cafeteria. The exam is approximately 20 minutes in length.
If a passing score is obtained, students must visit the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administratio in person receive their physical permit.
Permission slips and more information can be found in the Guidance Office.
Please also see School Testing Cordinator Mandi Wells (MLWells@worcesterk12.org) or School Counselor Valerie Riley (VARiley@worcesterk12.org) with any questions.

With wintry weather on the horizon, we want to remind families where to find inclement weather notifications. For those extended family members who may not receive notifications directly from us, you can stay in the know by downloading our mobile app and enabling notifications.
Download from the Apple App Store: https://apple.co/41QgE9c
Download from the Google Play Store: https://bit.ly/426TLOp
As a reminder, we endeavor to communicate any decisions by 5:30 a.m. at the latest. However, we ask for your patience and understanding in these difficult decisions. Our team not only monitors multiple forecasts, but they actively travel roads across all regions of the the county to ensure the safety of students and staff. #WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters
Download from the Apple App Store: https://apple.co/41QgE9c
Download from the Google Play Store: https://bit.ly/426TLOp
As a reminder, we endeavor to communicate any decisions by 5:30 a.m. at the latest. However, we ask for your patience and understanding in these difficult decisions. Our team not only monitors multiple forecasts, but they actively travel roads across all regions of the the county to ensure the safety of students and staff. #WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters

Congratulations to these outstanding teachers!
WCPS is proud to announce the 14 exceptional school-level Teachers of the Year for Worcester County Public Schools!
These dedicated educators represent the very best of our schools, inspiring students, supporting families, and strengthening our community every day. We are honored to celebrate this outstanding cohort as they advance to compete for the prestigious title of 2026 Worcester County Public Schools Teacher of the Year.
Please join us in congratulating these remarkable teachers and thanking them for their passion, commitment, and excellence in education! #WeAreWorcester #2026TOY
WCPS is proud to announce the 14 exceptional school-level Teachers of the Year for Worcester County Public Schools!
These dedicated educators represent the very best of our schools, inspiring students, supporting families, and strengthening our community every day. We are honored to celebrate this outstanding cohort as they advance to compete for the prestigious title of 2026 Worcester County Public Schools Teacher of the Year.
Please join us in congratulating these remarkable teachers and thanking them for their passion, commitment, and excellence in education! #WeAreWorcester #2026TOY

♾️ Let's help the SDHS Math Department ♾️
If you shop at Harris Teeter, here is a simple way to help our Math Department purchase supplies for our classrooms and students.
Simply scan the QR code and link your VIP card.
Each time you shop, Harris Teeter will donate a portion of sales back to Stephen Decatur High School! 🙂
https://forms.office.com/r/uVYaJ1LjAa?origin=QRCode...
If you shop at Harris Teeter, here is a simple way to help our Math Department purchase supplies for our classrooms and students.
Simply scan the QR code and link your VIP card.
Each time you shop, Harris Teeter will donate a portion of sales back to Stephen Decatur High School! 🙂
https://forms.office.com/r/uVYaJ1LjAa?origin=QRCode...

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

Our cheer team 🤸♀️ is hosting its very first competition this Saturday at SDHS (gym and cafeteria), and would love to have the support of the school community!
“Let’s go Hawks!” 📣
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•Doors open at 1:15PM
•Competition starts at 2PM
“Let’s go Hawks!” 📣
💙🖤🤍
•Doors open at 1:15PM
•Competition starts at 2PM

It’s been a busy week with our After School Academy programs- from covering stories in Newspaper ✍️ to an evolving fantasy narrative in Dungeons & Dragons ✨, from helping Coastal Hospice Thrift Shop for Service Learning to Homework Help 🖥️, with robotics, leadership, and community building in between.
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#AfterSchoolMatters #LearningNeverStops #SeahawksServe
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD
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#AfterSchoolMatters #LearningNeverStops #SeahawksServe
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD









Let’s show the community how much we care!
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We are seeking various toiletries and other goodies. Proceeds and donations benefit the Atlantic Club.
Outside donations welcome!
This drive is sponsored by our Stephen Decatur High School Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD).
#SADD #CommunityMatters
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We are seeking various toiletries and other goodies. Proceeds and donations benefit the Atlantic Club.
Outside donations welcome!
This drive is sponsored by our Stephen Decatur High School Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD).
#SADD #CommunityMatters

Congratulations to our Stephen Decatur High School Teacher of the Year, Megan Seyler! 🎉
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Ms.Seyler—a 13-year veteran English teacher whose dedication to students goes far beyond the classroom. She serves our community tirelessly as an After School Academy and Summer Academy instructor, provides tutorial support for all subjects, and lends her expertise on the Maryland State Department of Education’s Teacher Advisory Council.
Her impact has reached the national stage as well, as she was featured by the Center for American Progress as a teacher of inclusion, helping celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Act and advocating for equity and opportunity for all learners.
Perhaps what makes this honor even more special is that Ms. Seyler is a graduate of our school. Her journey is a powerful example of service, leadership, and excellence, and we could not be more proud to call her one of our own. 💙🖤🤍
Please join us in congratulating an educator who truly makes a difference every single day-
Megan Seyler! 👏👏👏
#OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Ms.Seyler—a 13-year veteran English teacher whose dedication to students goes far beyond the classroom. She serves our community tirelessly as an After School Academy and Summer Academy instructor, provides tutorial support for all subjects, and lends her expertise on the Maryland State Department of Education’s Teacher Advisory Council.
Her impact has reached the national stage as well, as she was featured by the Center for American Progress as a teacher of inclusion, helping celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Individuals with Disabilities Act and advocating for equity and opportunity for all learners.
Perhaps what makes this honor even more special is that Ms. Seyler is a graduate of our school. Her journey is a powerful example of service, leadership, and excellence, and we could not be more proud to call her one of our own. 💙🖤🤍
Please join us in congratulating an educator who truly makes a difference every single day-
Megan Seyler! 👏👏👏
#OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD

🎉We are proud to announce that
Stephen Decatur High School has earned a spot on the College Board Advanced Placement Honor Roll!🌟
This distinction recognizes our strong collegiate culture, support for students with diverse backgrounds, and our outstanding work in providing access to and success in AP courses.
Highlights from the Class of 2025 include:
•44% took at least one AP exam;
•33% earned a score of 3 or higher on an AP exam;
•8% completed five or more AP exams during their high school journey.
Congratulations to our students and staff on this prestigious recognition! 👏👏👏
#APSchoolHonorRoll
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD
Stephen Decatur High School has earned a spot on the College Board Advanced Placement Honor Roll!🌟
This distinction recognizes our strong collegiate culture, support for students with diverse backgrounds, and our outstanding work in providing access to and success in AP courses.
Highlights from the Class of 2025 include:
•44% took at least one AP exam;
•33% earned a score of 3 or higher on an AP exam;
•8% completed five or more AP exams during their high school journey.
Congratulations to our students and staff on this prestigious recognition! 👏👏👏
#APSchoolHonorRoll
#SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD

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
#WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters
#WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters

Hey Juniors- Start your planning for the free administration of the SAT on Wednesday, March 18th at 8AM!!! 💻💡💪
#YouGotThis
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#YouGotThis
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Parents, come check out the details of a possible upcoming trip! SPANISH 3 STUDENTS (past, current and those enrolled next year) are eligible to attend 🇨🇷🐒🌴

Big Wins, Smart Trades 📈
Wall Street - here we come! 🏦
Finn Reed, Cailyn Reed, and Mason Lyons just finished 1st in the region and 3rd in the Maryland #StockMarketGame—out of 882 teams!
In just 10 weeks, the trio turned $100K into $128,339.62 💸 - over a 28% gain.
Props to these budding investment strategists for their skill, teamwork, and seriously sharp financial thinking. 👏👏👏
The students participated in the Maryland Council on Economic Education (#MCEE) sponsored money game as members of Business teacher Kurt Marx’s Introduction to Marketing class.
#MDEconEd #SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD
Wall Street - here we come! 🏦
Finn Reed, Cailyn Reed, and Mason Lyons just finished 1st in the region and 3rd in the Maryland #StockMarketGame—out of 882 teams!
In just 10 weeks, the trio turned $100K into $128,339.62 💸 - over a 28% gain.
Props to these budding investment strategists for their skill, teamwork, and seriously sharp financial thinking. 👏👏👏
The students participated in the Maryland Council on Economic Education (#MCEE) sponsored money game as members of Business teacher Kurt Marx’s Introduction to Marketing class.
#MDEconEd #SeahawksSoar #DoWhatDecaturDoes #DecaturNation #SeeUs #Seahawks #TheDecaturWay #WeAreDecatur #SeahawkPride #SeahawkNation #GoHawks
Worcester County Public Schools MD

