This is important information about a revision to the approved 2025-2026 school year calendar to make up a day lost to winter weather last month.
During the Board of Education meeting on Feb. 10, the school system announced a revision to the approved calendar to use one of the designated make-up days. Students of Wicomico County Public Schools will now have school on Monday, March 16th, with 3-hour early dismissal. March 16th is no longer a staff professional day.
The revised calendar is posted in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole on the Calendar page of the school system’s website. Please make sure to use this updated calendar -- with a date of Feb, 10, 2026 in the bottom right corner and March 16th shown as a school day with early dismissal -- as the school year continues.
During the Board of Education meeting on Feb. 10, the school system announced a revision to the approved calendar to use one of the designated make-up days. Students of Wicomico County Public Schools will now have school on Monday, March 16th, with 3-hour early dismissal. March 16th is no longer a staff professional day.
The revised calendar is posted in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole on the Calendar page of the school system’s website. Please make sure to use this updated calendar -- with a date of Feb, 10, 2026 in the bottom right corner and March 16th shown as a school day with early dismissal -- as the school year continues.
Today!! Don't miss out! See Mrs. O'Barsky to sign up.

The Wicomico County Board of Education will hold a public budget hearing at 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 10 in the Board Auditorium at 101 Long Ave., Salisbury. All are invited to attend to give input for next year's school system budget.

Wondering if there's anything to do on a cold winter day or evening? Just check out our eBulletinBoard (at www.wicomicoschools.org or any school web page) for plenty of activities for students and families. Here are just some of the events posted now: a Glitter & Glam night tonight at Parkside, STEM Saturday and Career & Technical Education exploration tomorrow, JMB Rock & Roll Revival, and more. Visit the eBulletinBoard today to find activities your student and family would enjoy.










Attendance is important!



Don’t miss these upcoming career exploration opportunities, including field trips and guest speaker visits!
Stop by and see Mrs. O’Barsky with questions or to sign up. ✨
Stop by and see Mrs. O’Barsky with questions or to sign up. ✨




Useful information for this cold week with all of its schedule changes: A note that report cards will now be available Jan. 30 (rescheduled from Jan 29), and a chart about school times with a 90-minute delay.


With the 90 minute delay for tomorrow we will skip first period and go to second period. Students who attend Schumaker or CTE 2nd period need to be on the bus on the back bus ramp by 9:05.

Good afternoon. Due to continued concerns about weather-related conditions, Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay on Thursday, Jan. 29. Breakfast will not be served in school. Families will receive school-specific instructions regarding the day's schedule if needed. Thank you, and please be safe.

With the delay scheduled for tomorrow, we will have first period and then skip second period. Students who have ATEX or Schumaker first period need to be on the bus located on the back bus ramp by 9:05.

Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Breakfast will not be served in school. Students should follow their school’s instructions regarding the day’s schedule. Please be safe.

A Superintendent's Open Door Session will take place from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 28. Time with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Micah Stauffer is on a first-come, first-served basis, at the school system's main office at 2424 Northgate Drive, Salisbury.

Important School Status Announcement:
Due to inclement weather conditions, Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 27th. Central Office and school offices will open with a 2-hour delay. Please be safe.
Due to inclement weather conditions, Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed Tuesday, January 27th. Central Office and school offices will open with a 2-hour delay. Please be safe.

It is with great pleasure and pride that we announce Dr. Chelsea Taylor as JMB’s Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Dr. Taylor’s dedication, professionalism, and commitment to student success make her truly deserving of this honor. Please take a moment to congratulate her on this well-earned recognition and to wish her continued success as she advances in the County Teacher of the Year process. Go JMB!
Dr. Taylor’s dedication, professionalism, and commitment to student success make her truly deserving of this honor. Please take a moment to congratulate her on this well-earned recognition and to wish her continued success as she advances in the County Teacher of the Year process. Go JMB!





Reminder: Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed on Monday, Jan. 19 in observance of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday.

Attention Senior parents!!! There will be a Class of 2026 parent meeting on February 18th at 5:30! See you there!

Thinking about a future in the military? Join us for an insightful conversation with Parker Massey and Jacob Schultz as they discuss different paths to service and success. A great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and explore your options.
Students can sign up on SchooLinks under the events tab.
Students can sign up on SchooLinks under the events tab.

There will be a Girls Lacrosse interest meeting January 13th in room D102. This meeting if for returning and new players. Please plan to attend this meeting if you want to play lacrosse in the Spring. Meeting will begin at 3:15.

See Mrs. O'Barsky in E106B for a permit test permission slip!

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!

