Somerset County Public Schools is operating on time today, Thursday, March 20, 2025. Some local news stations have mistakenly reported a delay, but all schools and offices are open on a normal schedule.
Parents & Guardians: Have you registered your 3, or 4 year-old for Pre-K yet? Registration is now open for the 2025-2026 School Year! Visit our student enrollment page to get started, today! www.somerset.k12.md.us/o/scps/page/student-enrollment
Due to flooding in low-lying areas, schools will operate on a two-hour delay for students and teachers on Monday, March 17, 2025. Twelve-month staff should report on time as scheduled. Please use caution while traveling.
Due to anticipated high winds and severe storms expected this afternoon, Wednesday, 3/5/2025, all after-school activities and evening events have been canceled. Please be safe!
📢‼️Join SCPS, the Judy Center & SELAC on March 14 from 4:30 - 6:45PM for the 2nd Annual School Readiness Fair, with a special performance by Mr. B!😎🐝🎶🤩
For ALL families with children age 0 - 5: Register your child for Pre-K3, Pre-K4 & Kindergarten at this fun family event at Somerset County Technical High School! Submit your registration documents and enjoy community resources, children's activities, Buster the School Bus, a family concert with Mr. B😎🐝 and a free takeaway dinner!
Visit https://forms.gle/WQcgtfjEbJk3t1ux8 or call 410-651-1616 x 11251 for more information and to RSVP!
SCPS Faculty & Staff: Join us Wednesday, March 5 at 5:00 PM for our Grow Your Own Virtual Event! Explore career growth from Paraprofessional to Teacher, Teacher to Administrator, & Behavior Support/Specialist to Special Ed Teacher. Register here: https://bit.ly/SCPS-GYO
After reassessment, Fri. Feb. 21 will be a Virtual Learning Day for SCPS beginning at 8 AM. 12-month staff should telework & contact their supervisor. Essential staff should confirm a safe report time. Virtual Day Plan: www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/virtual-day-instruction-plan
Schools will open after a 2-hour delay, Friday, Feb. 21, due to icy road conditions. 12-month staff should report after the delay & essential staff reports on time. Please be safe & attend to future updates.
Join SECAC on 3/5/25 at the Somerset Board of Education office to discover valuable tips & strategies for supporting your child at home, and connect with other families who share similar experiences. This event will feature guest speakers & special education teachers, Ms. Jennifer Bennett & 2023 Somerset Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Tania Cunningham-Raycrow. Light refreshments will be served.
Due to inclement weather, Thurs., Feb. 20 will be a Virtual Learning Day. 12-mo staff should telework & contact their supervisor. Essential staff should contact their supervisor for a safe time to report. Virtual Day Info: www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/virtual-day-instruction-plan
Due to anticipated inclement weather, all schools will dismiss early today, Weds., 2/19/25. Elementary dismissal at 12:30 PM, and secondary dismissal at 11:30 AM. All afterschool activities & evening events are canceled. Please be safe and attend to future updates.
Please join us at Greenwood Elementary School on Feb. 20th from 4:00 - 6:30 PM to engage with the Lower Shore Workforce Alliance Mobile Job Unit, and the Lower Shore Health Insurance Assistance Program.
The American Job Center (AJC) Mobile Unit is a community outreach program utilizing the latest technology to deliver on-site employment search and career services. The AJC mobile unit is outfitted with a generator and seven computers with cellular Internet access making it a truly self-contained employment resource. Staff will be on site to help with resumes and more. *Please note: NO CHILDREN are allowed on the unit. If you need child care, please call Mrs. Smiley at 410-651-0391.
Representatives with The Lower Shore Health Insurance Assistance Program will also be on-site to assist with health insurance enrollment in the Maryland Health Connection, answer questions about current coverage, and update contact & income information.
Please contact Mrs. Smiley if you have additional questions. 410-651-0931
Last Chance: Please consider leaving your input on the 2025-2026 academic calendar. Review calendar drafts 1 - 4 and leave your feedback and comments by responding to our short survey by Friday, February 14, 2025 at www.somerset.k12.md.us/article/2008588
Due to inclement weather, Wednesday, 2/12/25, will be a Virtual Learning Day. 12-month staff report virtually to their supervisor. Essential staff report on-time. Please attend to future updates. More Info: www.somerset.k12.md.us/page/virtual-day-instruction-plan
Due to inclement weather, the Budget Work Session scheduled for tonight has been rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Due to anticipated inclement weather, SCPS will have an early dismissal tomorrow, Tuesday Feb. 11, 2025 (Elementary – 12:30 PM, Secondary – 11:30 AM). All after-school activities on Tuesday are canceled due to the impending storm. Please be safe & attend to future updates.
Due to anticipated inclement weather, SCPS will have an early dismissal tomorrow, Tues. Feb. 11 (Elementary – 12:30 PM, Secondary – 11:30 AM) Student devices will be sent home tonight & tomorrow in case a virtual school day is needed. Please continue to monitor for updates.
SCPS is seeking community input on the 2025-2026 academic calendar. Please review calendar drafts 1 - 4 and leave your feedback and comments in our short survey by Friday, February 14, 2025. More info: www.somerset.k12.md.us/article/2008588
SCPS families, have you updated your SCPS Mobile App recently? 📲 The latest update makes it even easier to connect with your child’s teacher!
Check out the new features here: https://youtu.be/zW9d0VzqDFI
#StayConnected #SCPS
Time is running out! ⏳ Don’t miss your chance to recognize an incredible SCPS educator for the 2025-2026 School Teacher of the Year! Submit your nomination by this Friday, February 7, at www.somerset.k12.md.us/toy-nominate. 🏆✨ #TeacherOfTheYear #SCPS
