
Welcome back, Teachers & Staff to the 2023 - 2024 school year! Our teachers and support staff returned today for an action-packed Opening Week in preparation for our students' return. Please join us in sharing your support for #TeamSCPS. Have a GREAT year!


Check out our WAHS Spirit shop! This is our first spirit shop of the year. It will be open from 8/25 to 9/7. There will be more shops to come but this one kicks off the 2023-24 school year. You can scan the QR code or access the link @ https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/tFdLAqz1qy


Each year, SCPS offers parents and guardians the opportunity to purchase student accident insurance. For plan information and to enroll your student for the 2023-2024 school year, visit our district website: https://www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/student-accident-insurance


Please be aware of the following if you are interest in play golf this coming school year. The Varsity Coach would love for you to come out if you are 9th-12th and have a current sports physical. Varsity Coach is William "Billy" Walters! Hope to see you on the greens!


Do you know a Somerset County Public Schools' educator who goes above and beyond? Nominate them for #FFFCUClearsTheList! @FFFCUofMD is giving away $70 for school supplies to FIFTEEN local educators in celebration of their 70th Anniversary! Nominate an outstanding educator by August 4th.
Nominate here:
https://www.firstfinancial.org/community/community-events/event-details/?event_cat=community&event=2023-fffcu-clears-the-list
#70YearsofFFFCU #FFFCU #DontJustBankBelong


Washington High School is looking to hire additional English, Spanish, and Special Education teachers as well as substitute teachers who want to make a difference in the lives of our students. Washington High School is on the pathway to being one of the best high schools on the Eastern Shore. If you or someone you know is interested please contact Principal Tony Bevilacqua at 443-365-4632 or email tbevilacqua@somerset.k12.md.us


Alright Jag Nation! Our football team has been overhauled with a new coaching staff with a plan for success! Our players have been lifting and running like never before. However, we are underfunded and we need gear! Please come out and support our car wash this Saturday! All proceeds go to purchasing additional helmets, shoulder pads, and other gear we need to grow our numbers and be a force to be reckoned with!


IMPORTANT DATES! CALL AND MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY FOR FALL SPORTS!!! ANY SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENT (WAHS, CAHS, AND SIS) CAN GET THEIR SPORTS PHYSICAL ON THESE DATES! CALL 410-651-4040 TODAY AND SCHEDULE IN TIME FOR FALL SPORTS!


#TeamSCPS: Last year you helped us raise $500 for school supplies with #FFFCULikeForACause! 📓✏️ Can we beat last year's likes and shares? Go to @FFFCUofMD on Instagram to show your support of our #SmallButMighty system in Somerset!
For just a few more hours (through Weds. July 12th at 12 pm), FFFCU will donate $1 for every like their Instagram post receives! An additional $1 will be donated for each repost on your story using #FFFCULikeForACause. The donations will help ensure teachers and students are ready for a successful school year!
Head to FFFCU's Instagram to support or visit their website for more information:
https://www.firstfinancial.org/community/community-events/



#TeamSCPS: Last year you helped us raise $500 for school supplies with #FFFCULikeForACause! 📓✏️ Can we beat last year's likes and shares? Go to @FFFCUofMD on Instagram to show your support of our #SmallButMighty system in Somerset!
For 24 hours (July 11th at 12 pm through July 12th at 12 pm), FFFCU will donate $1 for every like their Instagram post receives! An additional $1 will be donated for each repost on your story using #FFFCULikeForACause. The donations will help ensure teachers and students are ready for a successful school year!
Head to FFFCU's Instagram to support or visit their website for more information:
https://www.firstfinancial.org/community/community-events/



As a reminder, schools and offices will be closed Tuesday, July 4, 2023 for Independence Day. There will be no summer school on Tuesday. Have a safe and happy 4th of July!


Summer School begins Monday, 6/26/23! As we prepare to welcome students back for the summer, please note that bus transportation schedules will be sent via EMAIL over the next few days to the address used to register your student in PowerSchool.
Bus drivers will NOT notify parents/guardians via phone call this year. Please check your email for an automated message with your student's transportation information.


Register for the next Youth Mental Health First Aid (virtual) Training on Tuesday, June 27th, and Wednesday, June 28th, 2023 from 1:00-3:15 Learn the common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges, how to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis, and how to connect youth with help! Call 410.621.6232 or email rabbott@somerset.k12.md.us to register by the
deadline on Monday, June 12, 2023.


Attention PARENTS of WAHS football players. There is a parent meeting on Wednesday, June 7th at 6:00pm in the Washington High School Auditorium. Come out and meet the new coach- Alec Meintzer- and hear about his program plans and expectations.


CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS!!!
CONGRATULATIONS PARENTS AND GUARDIANS!!!
Today is the day! Here are a few important reminders! Please share with your friends and family!
Gates will open at 5:15 pm. They will remain open until 5:50 pm, at 5:50 pm the gates will be closed. Graduation will begin promptly at 6:00 pm.
Handicap parking is available in the front of the school. ALL other parking is in the student /staff parking lot to the side of the school.
Please have tickets ready to present at the ticket booth to avoid delay at the entrance. You MUST have a ticket to attend graduation.
PLEASE silence ALL cell phones.
No balloons, or signs can be brought into the stadium. This is to allow everyone the ability to see and to avoid blocking someone's view.
Thank you all for all you have done to get your senior to this night! Enjoy the ceremony and have a great evening!


Register for the next Youth Mental Health First Aid (virtual) Training on Tuesday, June 27th, and Wednesday, June 28th, 2023 from 1:00-3:15 Learn the common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use challenges, how to interact with a child or adolescent in crisis, and how to connect youth with help! Call 410.621.6232 or email rabbott@somerset.k12.md.us to register by the deadline on Monday, June 12, 2023.


Reminders:
Friday, May 26, 2023 is an early dismissal day. Elementary schools dismiss at 12:30 pm; Intermediate & High Schools dismiss at 11:30 a.m.
Monday, May 29, 2023 SCPS schools and offices are closed in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend!



Reminders:
Friday, May 26, 2023 is an early dismissal day. Elementary schools dismiss at 12:30 pm; Intermediate & High Schools dismiss at 11:30 a.m.
Monday, May 29, 2023 SCPS schools and offices are closed in observance of Memorial Day. Enjoy the long weekend!



TIME CORRECTION: The 2022-2023 County Student Recognition Ceremonies on May 24 (WHS - North end schools) and 25th (CHS - South end schools) will be held at 7:00 PM (not at 6pm). Please join us at 7:00 on either night, to recognize students and their achievements made in '22-23!


Yesterday, SCPS welcomed State Superintendent, Mr. Mohammed Choudhury. His first stop was Washington High School, where he spent some time with Principal Tony Bevilacqua and his team. His next stop was the Technical High School where he spent some time with Dakota, a junior at CHS and first year HVAC student. Thank you, Superintendent Choudhury for visiting Somerset and we look forward to the next time!




