CHILDREN and SCREEN TIME! On January 29, 2026, the Infants and Toddlers Program, in collaboration with the Judy Center, will host a caregiver training titled “Children and Screen Time: What We Know and What Should Parents Do About It?”
Dr. Matt Edelstein, Director of the Brief Treatment Clinic at the Kennedy Krieger Institute, will present to parents, caregivers, childcare providers, and private/parochial school partners during a morning and early evening session.
This is a free training for our community and is paid for using IDEA Part C and Judy Center grant funds. Dr. Edelstein’s presentation will provide attendees with greater knowledge and awareness of the impact of screen time on behavior and development. Additionally, attendees will learn more about how to set limits on devices and other media applications.
Reserve your spot today using the QR code on the flyer!
Dr. Matt Edelstein, Director of the Brief Treatment Clinic at the Kennedy Krieger Institute, will present to parents, caregivers, childcare providers, and private/parochial school partners during a morning and early evening session.
This is a free training for our community and is paid for using IDEA Part C and Judy Center grant funds. Dr. Edelstein’s presentation will provide attendees with greater knowledge and awareness of the impact of screen time on behavior and development. Additionally, attendees will learn more about how to set limits on devices and other media applications.
Reserve your spot today using the QR code on the flyer!
JMB Food Distribution
📅 When: Thursday, December 18. 2025
⏰ Time: 3:15 PM – while supplies last (no later than 4:15 PM, weather permitting)
⚠️ Please do not arrive before 3:00 PM due to school dismissal
📍Where: E Wing, front of the building, second door
Available items:
Fresh fruits & vegetables
Meats
Non-perishable foods
Household items (paper towels & toilet paper)
This event is part of JMB Community School’s commitment to supporting our families and local community.
Questions? Contact Ms. Nutter, Community School Coordinator at cnutter@mywcps.org
📅 When: Thursday, December 18. 2025
⏰ Time: 3:15 PM – while supplies last (no later than 4:15 PM, weather permitting)
⚠️ Please do not arrive before 3:00 PM due to school dismissal
📍Where: E Wing, front of the building, second door
Available items:
Fresh fruits & vegetables
Meats
Non-perishable foods
Household items (paper towels & toilet paper)
This event is part of JMB Community School’s commitment to supporting our families and local community.
Questions? Contact Ms. Nutter, Community School Coordinator at cnutter@mywcps.org
Good luck to all the JMB students taking their MCAP assessments today. Stay safe and warm arriving to school!
Schedule for today. 12/15 -ATEX, JROTC, and VPA operate as usual. There is no AM CTE. ESOL at Schumaker continues as usual.
Due to expected icy roads in the morning, Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay on Monday, December 15. Breakfast will not be served in school. Students should follow their school’s instructions regarding the day’s schedule. Please be safe. Thank you.
Next week is a full week of school, but Winter Break will soon be upon us. Here are key dates to keep in mind for Winter Break.
Tonight!!! Support our basketball team as they play Parkside in the gym or our seniors and their parents can check out our financial aid assistance workshop in A-Wing.
Join us for family movie night tonight in the JMB Auditorium!
Want to join the Clipper Crew? Check out our open positions and apply online. https://wicomico.schoolspring.com/
Note for Monday, Dec. 8: Term 2 mid-term progress reports will come out Dec. 8 for students in grades 1-12. Be sure to review the progress report with the student to celebrate successes and set goals at the midpoint of the marking term.
See the 90 minute delay schedule. Reminder - Students who have CTE second period or attend Schumaker, must catch their bus on the back bus ramp by 9:05.
Due to inclement weather, Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay today (Dec. 5). Breakfast will not be served in school. Students should follow their school’s instructions regarding the day’s schedule. Please be safe. Thank you.
FIELD TRIP UPDATE
To be on the safe side with the possible weather concerns, the field trip with Ms. Thompson to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., scheduled for tomorrow, 12/5, has been canceled.
We know this may be disappointing, but student safety always comes first. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
We will share any updates regarding rescheduling as soon as possible.
To be on the safe side with the possible weather concerns, the field trip with Ms. Thompson to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C., scheduled for tomorrow, 12/5, has been canceled.
We know this may be disappointing, but student safety always comes first. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility.
We will share any updates regarding rescheduling as soon as possible.
Our thanks to everyone who took time to nominate one of our outstanding teachers for Wicomico Teacher of the Year. When nominations closed last Tuesday Wicomico County Public Schools had received 803 submissions, so we know our community appreciates its teachers.
We look forward to the recognition of nominees by our schools in December, and then in January the quarterfinalists and semifinalists will be announced. One of the semifinalist teachers will be named the next Wicomico Teacher of the Year on April 9. Excited to find out which of our outstanding teachers that will be!
12 Days of Attendance Trivia is HERE!
JMB Families, get ready for some fun! Our 12 Days of Attendance Trivia runs December 1–December 12 (including weekends). Trivia questions will be sent daily through Talking Points, so please make sure you’re signed up and checking your messages.
Sign up for Talking Points here:
https://families.talkingpts.org/welcome
How it works:
• Each correct answer = 1 point for your student.
Prizes include:
• Drivers Education Voucher
• Cap & Gown
• Gift Cards
Save the Date:
James M. Bennett High School and Bennett Middle School will host a Family Movie Night on Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 5:00–7:00 PM. Attend to earn bonus points and extra chances to win!
Movie Night RSVP:
https://forms.gle/GfJis4z5u771FPJD9
Winners:
Three winners will be selected, and winners will be announced on December 15.
Questions? Contact Ms. Nutter, Community School Coordinator:
cnutter@mywcps.org
Let’s finish the year strong with great attendance and family fun!
JMB Families, get ready for some fun! Our 12 Days of Attendance Trivia runs December 1–December 12 (including weekends). Trivia questions will be sent daily through Talking Points, so please make sure you’re signed up and checking your messages.
Sign up for Talking Points here:
https://families.talkingpts.org/welcome
How it works:
• Each correct answer = 1 point for your student.
Prizes include:
• Drivers Education Voucher
• Cap & Gown
• Gift Cards
Save the Date:
James M. Bennett High School and Bennett Middle School will host a Family Movie Night on Thursday, December 11, 2025 from 5:00–7:00 PM. Attend to earn bonus points and extra chances to win!
Movie Night RSVP:
https://forms.gle/GfJis4z5u771FPJD9
Winners:
Three winners will be selected, and winners will be announced on December 15.
Questions? Contact Ms. Nutter, Community School Coordinator:
cnutter@mywcps.org
Let’s finish the year strong with great attendance and family fun!
The Wicomico County Board of Education held a work session on November 25, 2025, that included the review of policies being moved forward to the December 9, 2025, Board Meeting. Those policies are available for public review at this link: https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/policy-creation-review
Individuals wishing to provide comments on any of the policies before the Board meeting may send their thoughts to comments@mywcps.org or mail them to Dr. Brian Raygor, Wicomico County Public Schools, 2424 Northgate Drive, Salisbury, MD 21802
Individuals wishing to provide comments on any of the policies before the Board meeting may send their thoughts to comments@mywcps.org or mail them to Dr. Brian Raygor, Wicomico County Public Schools, 2424 Northgate Drive, Salisbury, MD 21802
JMB Food Distribution is this Saturday!
Reminder about next week's schedule: Following regular school and work days on Monday and Tuesday, Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed Wednesday through Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday break.
Every day, and particularly on Veterans Day, we honor and thank school staff, family members, graduates and others in our community who are veterans. Thank you for your service!
Big shoutout to our amazing VPA Art students! 🎨👏
Atrisa Sepahi and Priya Eskridge both earned Honorable Mentions at the UMES High School Art Show last night. Incredible talent on display! 🌟
Atrisa Sepahi and Priya Eskridge both earned Honorable Mentions at the UMES High School Art Show last night. Incredible talent on display! 🌟
