Dorchester County Public Schools

YOU'RE INVITED to our THRIVE 21613 Community Launch!✨

Join us for an evening where opportunity meets celebration, and where neighbors, partners, families, and students come together to discover what’s possible when we THRIVE together.

📅 Tuesday, August 11, 2026
📍 Mace’s Lane Middle School
⏰ 6-8 PM

Come ready to:
🎉 Enjoy activities for all ages
🍴 Explore delicious options from local food trucks
🤝 Connect with community organizations and resource partners
💃 Get in the GROOVE with line dancing
🌱 Learn how THRIVE 21613 pathways are creating new opportunities for students and families
✨ Celebrate the partnerships and possibilities shaping our community’s future

Whether you’re a student, parent, community member, organization, or neighbor, there is a place for you in THRIVE 21613.

We’ll be sharing our full lineup of food trucks and vendors soon, but we want your input! 👇 What food truck or vendor would make this celebration even better? Tag your favorites in the comments!

We can’t wait to launch this next chapter with you! 🚀

#BelieveInUs

about 16 hours ago, DCPS

🐎 Registration Round-Up is still OPEN! Enroll for PreK-3, PreK-4, & Kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year! 🔹 PreK-3: Must be 3 by Sept 1st | Limited spots at Sandy Hill, Maple, Vienna & Hurlock | Proof of income required 🔹 PreK-4: Must be 4 by Sept 1st | Proof of income required 🔹 Kindergarten: Must be 5 by Sept 1st | Attendance is mandatory by Maryland law 📋 All enrollments require: • Proof of age • Proof of residency • Proof of relationship • Up-to-date immunizations ⏳ PreK spots are limited — don’t wait! 🔗 Find registration information and links at dcps.k12.md.us/article/2828445 #BelieveInUs

4 days ago, DCPS

Our July 2026 edition of the DCPS newsletter is here! 📬

Stay up to date with the latest district news, student highlights, upcoming events, and valuable resources — all in one place. We’re committed to keeping our community connected and informed every month, #withJOY!

🔗Check out the July District Newsletter here: https://app.smore.com/n/d19y3

#BelieveInUs

8 days ago, DCPS

Today, we celebrate the birth of our nation and the importance of opportunity. #DCPSCelebrates Independence Day as a time to reflect on our nation's history and look ahead with hope for the future. #BelieveInUs

11 days ago, DCPS

🚨 NOW HIRING: Student Apprentices! 🚨

Dorchester County Public Schools is looking for motivated 11th and 12th grade students to join our team through two exciting paid apprenticeship opportunities!

🔧 Maintenance Repair Technician Apprentice
➡️Learn skilled trades
➡️Work with experienced maintenance professionals
➡️Gain hands-on career experience

📱 Communications Specialist Apprentice
➡️Create social media content
➡️Photography & videography
➡️Graphic design & communications
➡️Help tell the DCPS story

✅ Paid positions
✅ Real-world experience
✅ Career-ready skills
✅ Great resume builder
✅ Potential pathway to future employment

📅 Applications Due: July 15th

📍 Open to current DCPS juniors and seniors

Apply today!
Maintenance Repair Apprentice: https://bit.ly/4yiuuSm
Communications Specialist Apprentice: https://bit.ly/4eV7dgp

Questions? Contact Angela Whitaker at whitakera@dcpsmd.org

#BelieveInUs #withJOY

12 days ago, DCPS

🍎The DCPS Food & Nutrition Services Summer Meal Program is off to a successful start for Summer 2026! We’re thrilled to be helping students and families stay nourished throughout the summer with convenient weekly meal box distribution across Dorchester County, #withJOY! Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first distribution day! There’s still time to register for upcoming distribution days and take advantage of this valuable program. Register now at https://bit.ly/4fYdQQX! 📅 Meal boxes will be distributed every Tuesday, June 23 – August 11, at the following locations: 📍 Church Creek Firehouse | 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. 📍 Foxtail | 9:45 – 10:15 a.m. 📍 Beaver Neck Village (Near Playground) | 10:30 – 11:00 a.m. 📍 Board of Education | 11:00 – 11:30 a.m. 📍 Gold Rush Lane | 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 📍 Grace Methodist | 12:15 – 12:45 p.m. 📍 Crusader Road | 12:45 – 1:15 p.m. 📍 Refugee Temple | 1:00 – 1:15 p.m. 📍 Bucktown Trailer Park | 2:30 – 3:00 p.m. 📍 CSD Employee Parking Lot | 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. Each meal box includes weekly menus, reheating instructions, and food safety tips. We’re proud to support our students and families beyond the classroom, ensuring every child has access to healthy meals all summer long. #BelieveInUs

22 days ago, DCPS

We are proud to announce our newest cohort of Cook 1 Apprentices at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay, including Te’Vonte Cephas and Viniya Murry! These talented students completed extensive training through the Culinary Arts Program at Dorchester Career and Technology Center under the expert guidance of Chef Charlene Zinnel. Now, they’re taking their skills from the classroom to the kitchen, gaining hands-on experience alongside seasoned professionals at one of our region’s top hospitality venues at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay. Congratulations to both of our new apprentices for taking the next step towards their future self. We can’t wait to see what you cook up next!👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

23 days ago, DCPS

Hey, DCPS educators! The Dorchester Education Foundation’s new grant application is OPEN NOW for the 2026-2027 school year through the Mid-Shore Community Foundation. Grants of up to $2,500 are available to support innovative projects that benefit our students and schools. Don’t miss this opportunity, apply today at https://bit.ly/3QPHQED! The application deadline is August 15th. ✏️

🔗Learn more about the Mid-Shore Community Foundation: www.mscf.org/dorchester-education-foundation

#BelieveInUs

23 days ago, DCPS

Dorchester Education Foundation grant funding available for SY 26-27

Today, we honor a powerful reminder of freedom, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward justice and equality. #DCPSCelebrates Juneteenth as a day to reflect on our shared history.

Please note that all DCPS schools and district offices will be closed today in observance of Juneteenth.

#BelieveInUs

26 days ago, DCPS

We are pleased to announce the following administrative appointments that were approved by the Board of Education on Thursday, June 18, 2026: • Assistant Principal, Hurlock Elementary School – Shayna Church - Effective: July 1, 2026 • Assistant Principal, Sandy Hill Elementary School – Shelton Handy - Effective: July 6, 2026 • Principal, Warwick Elementary School – Bobby Helgason - Effective: July 1, 2026 • Student Services Supervisor of Intervention, Central Office – Jannia Mitchell – Effective: July 1, 2026 • Assistant Principal, Sandy Hill Elementary School – Nicole Parker – Effective: July 1, 2026 • Assistant Principal, Cambridge-South Dorchester High School - Lydia Rosa - Effective: July 1, 2026 We are pleased to announce the following administrative transfer which will become effective July 1, 2026: • Assistant Principal, Choptank Elementary School – Melanie Holliday (currently Assistant Principal, Hurlock Elementary School)

27 days ago, DCPS

Summer Meals To-Go start NEXT WEEK! 🍽️🌞

Dorchester County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is excited to bring back the Summer Meals To-Go Program for our community, #withJOY!

Starting Tuesday, June 23rd, families can pick up weekly meal boxes packed with nutritious breakfasts and lunches for every child in their household. Each box includes complete meals with entrées, fruits, veggies, and optional milk, keeping kids fueled and healthy while school is out.

‼️Important: Families must pre-register using our online Summer Meal Pickup Registration form (link below) to choose your most convenient pickup location and time.

📅 Meal boxes will be distributed every Tuesday June 23rd - August 11th at these locations:

📍Church Creek Firehouse | 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
📍Foxtail | 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
📍Beaver Neck Village (Near Playground) | 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
📍Board of Education | 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
📍Gold Rush Lane | 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍Grace Methodist | 12:15 – 12:45 p.m.
📍Crusader Road | 12:45 – 1:15 p.m.
📍Refugee Temple | 1:00 – 1:15 p.m.
📍Bucktown Trailer Park | 2:30 – 3:00 p.m.
📍CSD Employee Parking Lot | 4:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Each meal box comes with weekly menus, reheating instructions, and food safety tips. We’re proud to support our students and families beyond the classroom, ensuring every child has access to healthy meals all summer long.

🔗 Register today at https://bit.ly/4fYdQQX

#BelieveInUs

27 days ago, DCPS

We are excited to invite applications for a leadership role dedicated to strengthening educator effectiveness across DCPS! As our Coordinator of Talent Management & Development, you will play a key role in supporting licensure and certification, advancing professional growth, leading workforce development initiatives, and fostering partnerships with higher education institutions.

In this role, you will:
🔹 Support educator licensure and certification processes
🔹 Drive professional growth and career development opportunities
🔹 Lead workforce development and talent pipeline initiatives
🔹 Manage tuition assistance programs and higher education partnerships
🔹 Strengthen recruitment, retention, and educator support efforts

We encourage applications from teachers, instructional coaches, assistant principals, HR professionals, and aspiring district leaders who are passionate about developing talent and shaping the future of education.

If you are committed to empowering educators and building a stronger DCPS community, we want to hear from you.

🔗 Apply today at dcps.schoolspring.com

#BelieveInUs

29 days ago, DCPS

It is #withJOY that we celebrate our incredible retirees who have dedicated their careers to our students and community: Sharon Huether Albert Jones Terry Groves Roxanne Stivers Kelly Hornsby Mary Beth Blake Mary Jane Willey Judy Marshall Leanne McWilliams Nancy Harrington Cathy Collins Michael Perry Bonnie Vogel Robert Fehsenfeld Theresa Connors Kelly Flack Sandy Shaw Your passion, commitment, and intentionality have shaped countless lives during your time with Dorchester County Public Schools. As you close this chapter, we know that your legacy will continue through every student you have impacted. We send you off with deep appreciation for everything you have poured into DCPS! ✨ Enjoy this new journey, retirees, you’ve earned it! #BelieveInUs

about 1 month ago, DCPS

On Thursday, May 28th, our Teacher of the Year Ms. Cierra Robinson was honored at the Maryland State Board of Education meeting alongside other 2026-2027 Teachers of the Year from across the state. She was accompanied #withJOY by Dr. Michael Collins, Assistant Superintendent, and Ms. Myesha Ford, Principal at Maple Elementary School.

#BelieveInUs

about 1 month ago, DCPS

TOY recognition at State Board of Education meeting

Summer Meals To-Go Are BACK! 🍽️🌞

Dorchester County Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services is excited to bring back the Summer Meals To-Go Program for our community, #withJOY!

Starting June 23rd, families can pick up weekly meal boxes packed with nutritious breakfasts and lunches for every child in their household. Each box includes complete meals with entrées, fruits, veggies, and optional milk, keeping kids fueled and healthy while school is out.

‼️Important: Families must pre-register using our online Summer Meal Pickup Registration form (link below) to choose your most convenient pickup location and time.

📅 Meal boxes will be distributed every Tuesday June 23rd - August 11th at these locations:

📍Church Creek Firehouse | 9:00 – 9:30 a.m.
📍Foxtail | 9:45 – 10:15 a.m.
📍Beaver Neck Village (Near Playground) | 10:30 – 11:00 a.m.
📍Board of Education | 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.
📍Gold Rush Lane | 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
📍Grace Methodist | 12:15 – 12:45 p.m.
📍Crusader Road | 12:45 – 1:15 p.m.
📍Refugee Temple | 1:00 – 1:15 p.m.
📍Bucktown Trailer Park | 2:30 – 3:00 p.m.
📍CSD Employee Parking Lot | 4:00 – 4:30 p.m.

Each meal box comes with weekly menus, reheating instructions, and food safety tips. We’re proud to support our students and families beyond the classroom, ensuring every child has access to healthy meals all summer long.

🔗 Register today at https://bit.ly/4fYdQQX

#BelieveInUs

about 1 month ago, DCPS

Our June 2026 edition of the DCPS newsletter is here! 📬

Stay up to date with the latest district news, student highlights, upcoming events, and valuable resources — all in one place. We’re committed to keeping our community connected and informed every month, #withJOY!

🔗Check out the June District Newsletter here: https://app.smore.com/n/d19y3

#BelieveInUs

about 1 month ago, DCPS

The dust has settled on the 2026 Senior Season for the CSD Vikings and the North Dorchester Eagles, but the memories made over the last four years will last a lifetime. Over the last two days, we witnessed smiles that lit up the room, tears that spoke to the meaning of the moment, and pure joy as these graduates crossed the stage and reached this incredible milestone. What began as freshmen finding their way became a group of young adults ready to take the next step in their journey with resilience and determination. Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Your legacy will live on in the halls, on the fields, and in the hearts of everyone who had the honor of watching your story unfold. #BelieveInUs #withJOY

about 2 months ago, DCPS

We are pleased to announce the following administrative appointments that were approved by the Board of Education on Thursday, May 21, 2026:

• Coordinator of Educator Growth & Development (Elementary), Central Office - Rebekah Donovan – Effective: July 1, 2026

• Principal Choptank Elementary School – Brian Morley – Effective: July 1, 2026

• Principal Dorchester Career and Technology Center – John Strickland - Effective: July 1, 2026

• Principal South Dorchester PreK-8 – John Tomey – Effective: July 1, 2026

• Student Services Supervisor of Prevention, Central Office – Angela Whitaker – Effective: July 1, 2026

• Principal Cambridge-South Dorchester High School – Everett Young, Jr. – Effective: July 1, 2026

#BelieveInUs

about 2 months ago, DCPS

Administrative Apppointments - May 22, 2026

A washer and dryer might seem simple, but at Maple Elementary School, they have made a world of difference #withJOY! Thanks to the Degy IMPACT F.R.E.S.H. program and the generous support of The Home Depot Foundation, Maple Lions now have school access to clean clothes aiming to help boost confidence and show up ready to learn every day. As Maple's Community School Liaison Ms. Higgins shared, the process was seamless and the impact was immediate. This is the power of true partnership in action. 🤝🦁💚 #BelieveInUs

about 2 months ago, DCPS

Did you know DCPS has summer mathematics resources for DCPS Families? ✖️🌞➗

Keep math skills sharp this summer by adding just one hour of math practice each week using these FREE resources:

K-5 Digital Resources:
• ILC Centers
• iReady Personalized Instruction

K-5 Offline Resources:
• ILC Putting It All Together Workbooks
• iReady Student At-Home Activity Packet

K-8 Digital Resources:
• iReady Personalized Instruction
• iReady Fluency Games

6-12 Digital Resources:
• Khan Academy
• IXL Skill Plans (Grades 9-12 only)

Make math practice part of your summer routine, #withJOY!

#BelieveInUs

about 2 months ago, DCPS