
Thanks to all of the dedicated leaders from throughout Wicomico County Public Schools who committed their Thursday to taking part in the School Safety Summit, held at James M. Bennett High. The summit was put on by the Department of School Climate and Safety,, and was led by Tara O'Barsky, Director of School Climate & Safety, and members of her team.
The day's focus was on the first of Superintendent of Schools Dr. Micah Stauffer's strategic priorities: School Climate & Safety. Participants learned more about:
Physical Safety Layers (Preparing a Safe Physical Environment)
Setting the Foundation for Psychological Safety (Building a Strong Social Environment)
Tiered Response to Psychological Safety (Ensuring a Strong Attentive Environment)
Our schools and school system are preparing for a great 2025-2026 school year with safe learning environments that support learning, student achievement and engagement, a high-performing workforce, and ample opportunity for family and community engagement.
1 day ago, Tracy Sahler
Woo Hoo! JUST 5 WEEKS AWAY!!! The annual “Fresh Start: A Wicomico County Back-to-School Event” is returning on Sunday, August 24th at the Wicomico Youth and Civic Center from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
This is for Wicomico County students in-need from Kindergarten to Grade 12. Students will receive a Free backpack along with several essential school supplies (while supplies last, as this is first-come, first-served). A child must be present with an adult to receive school supplies.
-Free Backpacks
-Free Essential School Supplies
-Free Haircuts & Braiding
-Fun Activities
-Info about the upcoming school year
-Community programming
-Health Information and more
Mark your calendar for Sunday, August 24th, starting at 1 p.m. at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center! For more information, log onto wicomicorecandparks.org or contact
tobarsky@mywcps.org Also, "Thanks" to our growing list of sponsors for making this possible for Wicomico County students.
#LearningTodayLeadingTomorrow
#WicomicoCountyPublicSchools
16 days ago, Paul Butler
FPS Families,
Join us Thursday July 24th 10:00-11:30 at the Fruitland Rec. Park
Community School Coordinators, Mrs. Hutchison (FPS) and Mr. Clark (FIS) will be at the park to provide guidance, sports equipment and snacks. But children MUST also be accompanied by a responsible adult. Each child is encouraged to bring a water bottle
26 days ago, Fruitland Primary School
Wishing everyone a Happy Fourth of July and Independence Day on Friday! Schools and offices will be closed Friday and will reopen on Monday, July 7.
30 days ago, Tracy Sahler
🌟Congratulations to our Sensational Skipper Spotlights!!🌟
Students were nominated by staff members for showing our Skipper Pledge: I am Respectful. I am Responsible. I am Ready to Learn. I am Helpful.
Doriam - Second Grade - For showing Respectful for always using his manners
Shiva (not pictured) - First Grade - For showing Helpful by always offering a helpful hand
Kali - Kindergarten - For showing Ready to Learn by always participating in all classes
Kaiylee - Pre-Kindergarten - For showing Responsible by being ready to take on a challenge
✨Keep up the great work, Skippers!!✨
about 2 months ago, Kellie Harvey
Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted each week during the school year. The schedule of letter days is on school web pages in Live Feed, and on the school system's website, in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
about 2 months ago, Tracy Sahler
🌟Congratulations to our Sensational Skipper Spotlights!!🌟
Students were nominated by staff members for showing our Skipper Pledge: I am Respectful. I am Responsible. I am Ready to Learn. I am Helpful.
Muayid - Second Grade - For showing Ready to Learn for always trying his best
Brylee - First Grade - For showing Helpful by always offering a helpful hand
Aubrey - Kindergarten - For showing Respectful by using kind words and smiling through the day
Oliver - Pre-Kindergarten - For showing Responsible by focusing on the teacher and activities
✨Keep up the great work, Skippers!!✨
about 2 months ago, Kellie Harvey
Reminder of the schedule for the last week of school, June 9-13. This schedule includes the elementary letter day under each date.
about 2 months ago, Tracy Sahler
🎉 We can’t wait to see everyone TOMORROW at our PBIS Carnival! 🎟️🎈
Let’s wrap up the year with fun, games, and celebration! 🙌
📢 Don’t forget to check out our FINAL weekly memo for the 2024–2025 school year—it’s packed with important info you won’t want to miss! 💌
#PBISCarnival #LastMemo #SchoolYearWrapUp #SeeYouThere
about 2 months ago, Parris Abt
🌟Congratulations to our Sensational Skipper Spotlights!!🌟
Students were nominated by staff members for showing our Skipper Pledge: I am Respectful. I am Responsible. I am Ready to Learn. I am Helpful.
Madeline - Second Grade - For showing Respectful for being an active listener and participator
Zy'lei - First Grade - For showing Responsible by helping his classmates and teachers in all areas of the school
Sky - Kindergarten - For showing Helpful by reminding her classmates to wash their hands and why it is important
Ryder - Pre-Kindergarten - For showing Ready to Learn by being a great listener and ready to try new things
✨Keep up the great work, Skippers!!✨
2 months ago, Kellie Harvey
Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted each week of classes during the school year. The schedule of letter days can be found on school web pages in Live Feed, on the school system's main website in Live Feed and the home page gallery, and on social media. The letter days schedule is provided in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
2 months ago, Tracy Sahler
📣 Field Day Update & Upcoming Events! 🎉
Dear Families,
Due to the cancellation of our Field Day event originally scheduled for Friday, 5/30, we’re excited to invite you to join us for our PBIS Carnival on Friday, 6/6! 🥳
🎡 PBIS Carnival Highlights:
Parents are welcome to attend during their child’s scheduled time (see schedule below).
Concessions will be open for both parents and students!
Spirit Wear will be available for cash & carry — just $15!
💡 In the meantime, to keep the fun going, this Friday (5/30) will be Pajama Day for students as we plan special in-class activities to celebrate.
🏆 Don’t forget — we also look forward to seeing you at our end-of-year awards ceremonies during the last week of school!
📌 Reminder: All visitors must be on the student’s contact list and present a valid photo ID to attend.
Thank you for your continued support — we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
#PBISCarnival #FamilyFun #SpiritWear #EndOfYearCelebration #PajamaDay
2 months ago, Parris Abt
🌟Congratulations to our Sensational Skipper Spotlights!!🌟
Students were nominated by staff members for showing our Skipper Pledge: I am Respectful. I am Responsible. I am Ready to Learn. I am Helpful.
Kennedy - Second Grade - For showing Responsible for being a great role model
Emilia - First Grade - For showing Respectful by always raising her hand
Nia - Kindergarten - For showing Helpful by helping keep the classroom clean
Mckenna - Pre-Kindergarten - For showing Ready to Learn by being a great listener
✨Keep up the great work, Skippers!!✨
2 months ago, Kellie Harvey
We wish all of our students, families and staff a wonderful weekend. Monday all schools and offices will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
2 months ago, Tracy Sahler
Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted each week of classes during the school year. The schedule of letter days can be found on school web pages in Live Feed, on the school system's main website in Live Feed and the home page gallery, and on social media. The letter days schedule is provided in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
2 months ago, Tracy Sahler
📣 Check Out Our Weekly Memo – May 23rd! 📣
Families, don’t miss this week’s Weekly Memo—packed with important updates as we wrap up the school year!
🔔 Included in this week's memo:
✅ Field Day reminders for Friday, May 30th
✅ Awards Ceremony schedules for all grade levels
✅ PBIS incentive info
✅ Last “Stay to Play” session
✅ Memorial Day schedule
✅ Parent survey link to help us plan for next year
👉 Be sure to review all the details so your student is ready for a fun and successful end of the year! The memo was shared via email and TalkingPoints, and is also available on our website.
Thanks for staying connected! 💙
#FieldDay2025 #AwardsWeek #EndOfYearReady #OurSchoolRocks
2 months ago, Parris Abt

Tickets Available Now for Magic Globe Shows at the Parkside Planetarium May 21, 22 and 23
On vacation at her grandpa’s, a little girl named Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery. Edmund, Mia’s eccentric uncle, tricks the girl into using the tool’s secret powers to change the world’s seasons. She realizes the consequences of what they are going to do, but Edmund doesn’t want to let the plan go.
Magic Globe’s engaging story has a clear educational structure, designed to interest and challenge children from 5 to 12 years. Children can recap their prior knowledge and/or learn new concepts while the story carries everyone forward together, making it perfect for mixed-ability audiences.
Shows are on Wednesday, May 21, Thursday, May 22 and Friday, May 23 in the Parkside Planetarium. There is one show per night, at 6 p.m., first come, first seated. Only 65 seats are available for each show. Tickets are $5 plus a $1 transaction fee purchased online through GoFan:
https://gofan.co/app/school/MD22646.
3 months ago, Tracy Sahler
Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted each week of classes during the school year. The schedule of letter days can be found on school web pages in Live Feed, on the school system's main website in Live Feed and the home page gallery, and on social media. The letter days schedule is provided in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.
3 months ago, Tracy Sahler
🍎✨ A HUGE thank you to all of our amazing families and generous community sponsors who made Teacher Appreciation Week at Fruitland Primary School so special!
Your kindness, support, and thoughtful gestures filled our halls (and hearts!) with love and gratitude. Our teachers felt truly celebrated — and it's all because of YOU! 💐📚💛
We are so lucky to have such a caring and connected community. THANK YOU! 🙌 #TeacherAppreciation #FruitlandFamily #GratefulHearts #CommunityStrong
3 months ago, Parris Abt
🎉 Congratulations, Fruitland Families! 🎉
We’re excited to announce the winners of our Family Night Baskets and Grade Level T-Shirt Giveaway!
👏 A big round of applause to the families who earned a Family Night Basket for having 94% or greater attendance in Term 3 — your commitment to learning really shines!
🎟️ We also want to congratulate our lucky Spring Open House Raffle winners who each took home a Family Night Basket. Thanks for showing up and supporting our school community!
👕 And let's not forget our Grade Level T-Shirt winners — wear them with pride and school spirit!
Thank you to all our families for your continued involvement and support. We’re stronger together! 💙🍎 #FruitlandFamily #EveryDayCounts #FruitlandPride
3 months ago, Parris Abt