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Reminder: Monday, Feb. 3 is a regular school day instead of the originally approved professional day. Feb 3 will make up one of the days schools were closed due to winter weather. We look forward to seeing all of our students Monday morning for the start of the 3rd marking term and 2nd semester.


We’re reaching out to you to help make a lasting impact on the next generation of scholars at James M. Bennett High School. Your experience and involvement can help shape the future of our students and strengthen our entire community. Whether through mentorship, internships, donations, or sharing your expertise, your contributions can make a significant difference. Together, we can create valuable opportunities for the next generation of leaders. Interested in getting involved? Scan the QR code on the flyer or click the link below to sign up and start making an impact! JMB Alumni Interest Form For any questions, please contact Ms. Candace Nutter, Community School Coordinator, at cnutter@mywcps.org.
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Jan. 31 is the last day of the 2nd marking term and the 1st semester. It is also an early dismissal day for students, with schools dismissing 3 hours early.

Attention JMB Class of 2028, your help is needed!


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Asst. Baseball and Softball Coaches Needed!
The Spring Sports Season is just weeks away and Wicomico County Public Schools is looking to hire the following coaches:
James M. Bennett High JV Baseball - Coach https://wicomico.schoolspring.com?jobid=4950006
Wi - Hi Assistant Baseball Coach - https://wicomico.schoolspring.com?jobid=4949980
Wi-Hi Assistant Softball Coach - https://wicomico.schoolspring.com?jobid=4949989
Apply now at the link provided or visit wicomico.schoolspring.com


This weekend provides two opportunities to see students perform on stage, with Wicomico Middle presenting "The Big Bad Musical" today and Saturday and Wicomico High presenting "Clue" today, Saturday and Sunday. Come be entertained while supporting our talented students!
This post includes two more entertainment opportunities, including next week's audition information for the All County Musical, "Shrek." That show will be presented in the spring. In the meantime, the James M. Bennett High Rock & Roll Revival will have eight shows in the JMB Auditorium Feb.. 7-9 and 13-16, with seats reserved and tickets available now.




The JMB mock trial team successfully litigated 2 trials against Parkside at the Wicomico County Courthouse making their current record 3 and 1. Congratulations to the team and good luck on Tuesday against Pocomoke. Thank you to the JMB family for all of your support.


Clippers, with our 90 minute delay on 1/23 we will skip first period. Students should report directly to second period. Students who need to ride the bus to Parkside or WiHi for second period should catch their bus on the back bus ramp by 9:05.



School Status Change for Thursday, Jan. 23: Due to road conditions from inclement weather, Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay Thursday, Jan. 23. We encourage bus drivers, other motorists and walkers to take their time and be safe. Breakfast will not be served at school. School will provide any additional details on the day’s schedule if needed.
Cambio de estatus de escuelas para Jueves 23 de Enero: Debido a las condiciones de las carreteras debido al mal tiempo, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico tendrán un retraso de 90 minutos el Jueves 23 de enero. Alentamos a los conductores de autobuses, a otros conductores y a los peatones a que se tomen su tiempo y estén seguros. No se servirá desayuno en la escuela. En caso de ser necesario, las escuelas proveerán cualquier detalle adicional sobre el horario del día.
Chanjman Estati Lekòl la pou Jedi 23 Janvye: Akòz kondisyon wout yo akòz move tan, Lekòl Leta Wicomico County pral gen yon reta 90 minit Jedi 23 janvye. Nou ankouraje chofè otobis yo, lòt chofè yo ak moun k ap mache pou yo pran tan yo epi yo an sekirite. Yo pap sèvi manje maten nan lekòl la. Lekòl la ap bay nenpòt detay adisyonèl sou orè jounen an si sa nesesè.


Due to schools being closed for inclement weather on Wednesday, Jan. 22, the Superintendent's Open Door Session that was scheduled for Jan. 22 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 29 from 4-6 p.m. at the school system's main office on Northgate Drive, Salisbury.


Status Announcement for Wicomico County Public Schools: Schools closed (Wednesday, Jan. 22), Central Office/School Offices open at 10 a.m.
Estatus para las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico (Miércoles 22 de Enero): Escuelas cerradas; Oficinas Central/Escolares abren a las 10 a.m.
Estati Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico (Mèkredi 22 Janvye): Lekòl yo op fèmen; Ofis Santral/Lekòl yo Ouvri 10 a.m.


CTE will be hosting a Nursing Assistant Program Interest Meeting on February 11th in our JMB Cafeteria during Flex. All current 11th graders are welcome to attend. Interested students must sign up in SchooLinks.


Schools and offices of Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed Monday, Jan. 20 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.


JMB is proud to announce Jamie Eakin as our Teacher of the Year! Congratulations Ms. Eakin, we are so proud of you!


Drive Thru Food Pantry has been rescheduled to January 23rd, 1-2pm


Today we have a full day school with no delay. As a result we will following the modified schedule already planned for today. We will have periods 1, 2, 4, and 5. No flex today.


We will have a 90-minute delay tomorrow and skip second period. Our schedule will be 1, 3, 4, and 5. Since tomorrow is Tuesday, we will report to second period for flex/3rd. Testing will start tomorrow for those currently enrolled in a tested subject. Please come to school prepared with your laptop fully charged.


School Status Change for Tuesday, Jan. 14: Due to road conditions from inclement weather, Wicomico County Public Schools will have a 90-minute delay Tuesday, Jan. 14. We encourage bus drivers, other drivers and walkers to take their time and be safe. Breakfast will not be served at school. School will provide any additional details on the day’s schedule if needed.
Cambio de estatus de escuelas para Martes 14 de Enero: Debido a las condiciones de las carreteras debido al mal tiempo, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico tendrán un retraso de 90 minutos el martes 14 de enero. Alentamos a los conductores de autobuses, a otros conductores y a los peatones a que se tomen su tiempo y estén seguros. No se servirá desayuno en la escuela. En caso de ser necesario, las escuelas proveerán cualquier detalle adicional sobre el horario del día.
Chanjman Estati Lekòl la pou Madi 14 Janvye: Akòz kondisyon wout yo akòz move tan, Lekòl Leta Wicomico County pral gen yon reta 90 minit Madi 14 janvye. Nou ankouraje chofè otobis yo, lòt chofè yo ak moun k ap mache pou yo pran tan yo epi yo an sekirite. Yo pap sèvi manje maten nan lekòl la. Lekòl la ap bay nenpòt detay adisyonèl sou orè jounen an si sa nesesè.
School hours (regular, and with a 90-minute delay) / Horario de Clases (regular y con 90 minutos de retraso / Orè lekòl (regilye, ak yon 90-minit reta): https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/school-hours-regular-90-minute-delay
