Mr. Chris Casado is one of our custodians at Vienna Elementary School and has formed a special bond with our Prek3 class. Each morning, the children greet him as if he were family, which is truly inspiring. Thank you, Prek3, for showing what love and appreciation mean.
We also want to express our sincere gratitude to Mr. Casado and Mr. Whipple for everything they do behind the scenes at Vienna Elementary School!
At Vienna Elementary School, we love celebrating the spirit and camaraderie of our amazing students! One shining star is Zy Bowman, who is significantly impacting the Mardela indoor soccer team. Recently, he had an exciting match against the talented sibling duo, Greyson and Ava Murphy, who are also from our school and embody our school’s values.
The game showcased a fantastic display of friendly competition and highlighted how well our students exemplify kindness and sportsmanship. We are incredibly proud of their ability to uplift and support one another, proving that teamwork and respect are not just words to us; they are at the core of our wonderful school community!
Mr. Burris is teaching our kindergarteners the sounds of different instruments, such as rain sticks and ocean drums. He has the students close their eyes and listen carefully. When he asks them what sound they hear, they respond that it resembles a rainstorm. Mr. Burris then turns over a long rain stick, and the students count out loud until the sound stops. He repeats this process with a smaller rain stick and asks them which produced a longer sound. Well, the longer rain sticks, of course. Our kindergarten class is so bright!
Next, he has them close their eyes again and listen to another sound. This time, it proves to be a bit trickier for the students. After giving them more clues, Mr. Burris reveals that it sounds like the ocean. He shows them how the ocean drums work, explaining that tiny beads inside create the sound and how you hold them affects the duration of the sound.
Mr. Burris mentions that they will learn a song to accompany the new instrument, "Little Shells," about finding shells by the ocean. He also shares a story about a former student who, in 2014, created the artwork displayed in the photo, which is made from shells.
Mr. Burris is a talented music teacher, and we are fortunate to have him at Vienna Elementary School.
Let’s take a moment to celebrate our amazing Special Education Team! We have our Special Education Teacher, Mrs. Jennifer Bailey, our Personal Management Assistant, Ms. Ginger Oakes, and our new addition, Instructional Assistant, Ms. Chela Hernandez. These dedicated ladies are genuinely committed to helping our students shine.
Our Special Education Team does an incredible job of creating an inclusive environment by providing personalized support to each student. They adapt lessons to fit different learning styles, assess student progress, and work closely with everyone involved to make learning accessible and enjoyable.
Let’s join in appreciating and empowering our special education team, who play such a vital role in shaping the future and transforming the lives of their students!
**Celebrating Excellence in Dorchester County Public Schools! **
This year, we are thrilled to recognize Mrs. Michelle Frost, our dedicated School Counselor at Vienna Elementary School, as a finalist for the Dorchester County Team Member Award: Service Above Self Award. Her unwavering commitment and exceptional service have profoundly impacted our students, staff, and community, demonstrating the true spirit of excellence.
Let’s come together to celebrate her outstanding achievements and we look forward to the exciting announcement of the winners!
**Happy 100th Day of School Celebration! ** Mrs. Dechert’s kindergarten class celebrated the 100th day of school on Tuesday, February 18th, by showcasing their 100th-day projects, which included 100 pennies, popcorn, M&Ms, and other creative items.
As the students arrived, Mrs. Dechert greeted them at the door with a cheerful, "Happy 100th Day of School!" The students happily echoed her greeting. While morning greetings are a regular part of their routine, Tuesday's celebration felt extra special. Each student picked a partner to exchange high fives and say "Happy 100th Day of School" until everyone participated. Shelby wrapped up the greetings by saying, "We will have an amazing day of school!"
Mrs. Dechert reminded the students that they had become 100 days smarter. She expressed how proud she was to see them learn and grow over the past 100 days and encouraged them to "kiss their brains" for their hard work.
An exciting part of the celebration included a game with 100 Hershey's Kisses. Mrs. Dechert had hidden the kisses around the classroom, each marked with a number on the bottom. Students worked in pairs to find two kisses at a time, bring them to Mrs. Dechert, and place them on a number chart, filling in all the numbers from 1 to 100. Of course, they got to enjoy the treats as well! Shelby was right; it truly was an amazing day!
This is a reminder that tomorrow, Friday, February 21st, is a regular school day. Please remember to bring your devices and chargers.
It will also be Class and Sibling Picture Day.
The Shore Good Coffee truck will be available from 7:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
Band members, please remember to bring your instruments!
Additionally, note that it will be a non-uniform day.
Good afternoon! DCPS will operate on a regular schedule and open on time tomorrow, Friday, February 21st. This is a reminder to make sure that your child brings his/her fully charged device and charger back to school. Thank you!
Good morning. Due to hazardous road conditions, DCPS will operate on a Virtual Learning day. Follow the schedule provided by your child's school. All staff are expected to telework, if possible, and essential employees should report at 10:00a.m. Stay safe.
Good evening! Dorchester County Public Schools will operate on a 2 hour delay tomorrow, Thursday, February 20th due to the inclement weather. We will reassess road conditions in the early morning and update everyone if there is a further change in the schedule. Thank you and stay safe.
** UPDATE** The VPA has canceled this evening's meeting due to the weather. The VPA meeting will be held on February 26th.
Don't miss out on the chance to enjoy some delicious coffee from Shore Good Coffee, a mobile coffee truck, visiting Vienna Elementary School on Friday, February 21st, from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
We invite all staff, parents, and community members to stop by and treat themselves to a tasty beverage or snack!
Check out the attached February menu from Shore Good Coffee, featuring a delightful selection of coffee, non-coffee drinks, and food options. Plan your visit and support this fantastic business!
We currently have a VPA meeting scheduled for tonight,February 19th, at 5:30 pm in the cafeteria. However, if school closes early or if it snows, we will reschedule for next Wednesday, February 26th at 5:30 pm. Check back for updates.
Remember that this Friday, February 21st, is our Class and Sibling Picture Day.
This will be a non-uniform day.
Band students are to bring their instruments for the group photo.
Let’s make this a memorable day!
Tomorrow is the 100th day of school!
We’re thrilled to share that Miss Bradshaw is our finalist for Early Excellence Educator of the Year! She is a perfect fit here at Vienna Elementary School.
We love and appreciate you so much, Miss Bradshaw! You’re a true winner in our hearts!
We're thrilled to announce that Mrs. Dechert is a finalist for Teacher of the Year!
This nomination couldn’t be more well-deserved. We all adore her and are so grateful for everything she does.
She truly is a winner in our hearts at Vienna Elementary School!
Vienna Elementary School's Valentine's Day Dance was a fun and joyous event for children and adults!
Thank you to our amazing Vienna Parent Association (VPA) for all their hard work and support – we couldn't have done it without you!
Vienna Elementary School will be closed on Monday, February 17, 2025, to celebrate Presidents Day.
Enjoy the long weekend, and we look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Tuesday!
MidShore Meals til Monday. Show your LOVE for our Students.
Spread some love this Valentine’s Day by donating until February 16th, 2025!
Please donate at: www.midshoremealstilmonday.org
