POCOMOKE MIDDLE SCHOOL

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.

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

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
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The drill has now concluded. Our school has resumed normal operations. Thank you for your understanding.

At this time, Pocomoke Middle School is conducting a school safety drill. There is no emergency at this time; however, access to our school may be limited until the drill is completed. We appreciate your patience and understanding.

💡 Did you know? The Safe Schools Maryland Tipline is a confidential way to report anything that could impact school safety.
📞 Call/Text: 1-833-MD-B-SAFE
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Worcester County Public Schools students in need of nutritious to-go meals over winter break may pick them up at locations throughout the county on December 30 and 31. #WeAreWorcester

Worcester County Public Schools will offer FREE Winter Break meals for students in need during the holiday break. 🗓 December 30th & 31st ⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM 📦 Meals are carryout. 📍 Locations: • Buckingham Elementary School – Berlin • Snow Hill Elementary School – Snow Hill • Pocomoke Middle School – Pocomoke City

The HOLD has been lifted. Our School has resumed normal operations. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Pocomoke Middle School is currently in a HOLD safety status. At this time, all hallways are being cleared, and students and staff will continue with instruction. We will notify you as the HOLD status is lifted or if further instructions are warranted. Please know that we will continue to hold our students’ and staff’s safety as our priority.

📚✨ Did You Know? Missing just 2 days a month adds up to 18+ days a year — that’s considered chronic absenteeism and can seriously affect your child’s success in school. 👩‍🏫 Attendance matters — every day counts! When students show up consistently: ✅ They build strong friendships ✅ They stay on track with learning ✅ They’re more likely to succeed in high school and beyond 🙌 You can help! Schedule appointments outside school hours Keep a consistent bedtime & morning routine Reach out if your family is facing challenges — we're here to support you! 💬 Let’s work together to make sure every student has the opportunity to thrive.

We love our partnerships with Pocomoke Area Schools! Our Winter Wonderland event had a fantastic turnout and was filled with food, fun, and families coming together alongside our amazing community partners. A special thank you to Pocomoke High School for graciously hosting this wonderful event. We are grateful for the continued collaboration that makes moments like these possible!

Worcester County Public Schools students in need of nutritious to-go meals over winter break may pick them up at locations throughout the county on December 30 and 31. #WeAreWorcester

Today, 10 outstanding educators were surprised with generous grant awards from Hertrich Toyota of Pocomoke through Hertrich’s Cash for Class contest! Their creative, innovative program submissions were selected for funding, and we could not be more proud of the impact these projects will have on students.

Congratulations to the following educators and their funded projects:
Jennifer Beach, Pocomoke Middle School – Kindness in 3D
Kayla DeVaughn, Snow Hill Middle School – Algebra Incentive Trips
Mary Miller, Worcester Technical High School – 3D Printing in Computer Science and Robotics
Valerija Zienty, Worcester Technical High School – Mission: Solderable
Savanna Akins, Ocean City Elementary School – Marvelous Math Manipulatives!
Melanie Coleman, Ocean City Elementary School – Books in a Series
Emma Post, Ocean City Elementary School – Audiobooks for the Classroom
Heather Robins, Ocean City Elementary School – Tournament of Books
Jennifer Wheeler, Ocean City Elementary School – Headsets for Students
Holly Truitt, Buckingham Elementary School – Productive Peacefulness

A heartfelt thank you to Hertrich Toyota of Pocomoke and the Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships for hosting this incredible contest and supporting innovative learning opportunities across our schools. Your partnership helps our educators go above and beyond for students and the community. #PartnershipsInAction #WeAreWorcester

A huge congratulations to our Pocomoke Middle School choirs for their outstanding performance at tonight’s Winter Concert! Our students shined on stage with their hard work, dedication, and beautiful voices. Thank you to our amazing choir director, Mr. Bratcher, for inspiring excellence, and to our families and community members for filling the room with support and pride. 💙💛 We are so proud of our talented Warriors! ❄️🎵

We are so proud of our talented Pocomoke Middle School band musicians for putting on a wonderful performance! Their hard work, dedication, and teamwork truly shined on stage. 🌟 A huge thank-you to our band director, Mr. Devine, for guiding and inspiring our students, and to our families and community members for your constant support.

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

Worcester County Public Schools will open two-hours late today, Friday, December 5, 2025, due to inclement weather conditions. Buses will operate accordingly.

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