James M. Bennett High

If you are in Dual Enrollment at Wor-Wic, go get your books!

We hope JMB seniors (and their parents) interested in applying to college will attend Senior Application Night on Thursday, September 11th at Parkside High School from 5:30 -8:30 p.m. This opportunity will provide expert advice and help you navigate the college application process!

To reserve your spot, please register by September 4th (one registration per family): https://forms.gle/VqSCL8FzoUYFSbjH9

If you have any questions, please contact JMB College Counselor, Mrs. Riggin krriggin@mywcps.org!

September 17th is picture day for 9th-11th graders.

🎓 Seniors! It’s time to plan your senior portraits! Don’t wait and risk missing the yearbook deadline!

Deadline to submit your formal portrait: November 17, 2025

Option 1: Book with Lifetouch – sessions are offered at JMB on Sept 30 & Oct 1.
These photos are submitted directly to JMB for the yearbook. You simply have to choose the photo you want after your session, and they will do the rest.
📅 schedule.prestigeportraits.com

Option 2: Use a private photographer—just be sure to follow formal portrait guidelines (drape/tux + blue or gray background) and email your photo to Mrs. Joyner: ejoyner@mywcps.org

JMB Class of 2026 — Senior Sunrise is happening next Friday, Sept. 5 at the Shipyard!

Come out and kick off your senior year with your classmates as we celebrate the start of your final chapter together. 🎓✨ #ClassOf2026

Reminder that we have Back to School Night tomorrow from 5-7 for Freshmen and first time JMB students.

Wicomico County Public Schools successfully applied for a partnership with Soles4Souls through its 4EveryKid campaign. This campaign provides brand-new sneakers to students in need. Wicomico Schools received 250 pairs of sneakers and Bombas socks to distribute to identified students, based on available sizes.

At a distribution event held at East Salisbury Elementary this week for, 54 students from throughout Wicomico Schools received a new pair of sneakers for the school year, with able assistance from the team of Community School Coordinators.

The initial outreach was to families of students identified by pupil personnel workers as a family in transition. If there are still shoes and socks available when these students have been served, Wicomico’s Student & Family Services may provide shoes to other students and scholars who are in need.

Our Memorial Garden Brick Dedication will be held on Wednesday October 1st from 3:30-4:30pm.

Attention JMB students, here are the dates and times students can come in and pick up their laptop before school starts.  Please pay attention to the dates and times which are different for each grade level.  Everyone is encouraged to come and get their laptop, charging cord and laptop agreement before the official first day of school. 

Our dedicated teachers have returned to the Clipper Ship, inspired and energized after an uplifting welcome from Dr. Savage! Special thanks to incredible student speakers, Peter Jin and Isabella Trute, who are already living out this year's motto: Dream Chasers & Legacy Makers. Here's to a great year ahead! 💫📚

We couldn't be prouder of Kendal Emge!

This summer, Kendal has been part of the VolunTeen program at TidalHealth hit an impressive milestone — 200 volunteer hours, bringing her total to 436 hours over the past three years!

TidalHealth states, "throughout her time with us, Kendal has consistently shown responsibility, compassion and professionalism well beyond her years. Whether supporting patients, comforting families, or assisting our team, she brought warmth, kindness and a steady presence to everything she's done.". 👏

If you are looking for opportunities to explore careers this school year, make sure you talk to our Career Coach, Mrs. O'Barsky!

Help us give a warm Clipper welcome to our new staff! 🌟 We're thrilled to have them on board and excited for an amazing school year ahead. ⛵📚

The yearbook will be hosting a Yard Sale at JMB in the Café and we are looking for vendors that would be interested in purchasing a table. It is $20 per table. All items you bring must fit on the table or under it. Please email ejoyner@mywcps.org to reserve a space or come to the office to purchase your space.

Students in Art 1 and Art 2 this past year entrusted Mrs. Joyner with their pieces to enter into the Wicomico County Fair and we could not be prouder of them and their amazing artwork! JMB students received 3rd, 2nd, 1st and even a grand champion award, the highest honor.

Wicomico County Public Schools is excited to offer new certification opportunities this fall through Evening High School.

Students can enroll in an I/T Support certification class or a ServSafe certification course to gain valuable skills for in-demand careers. Additionally, we are launching a new cohort of Nail Tech students, a year-long program designed to prepare participants for success in the cosmetology field. These courses provide a great way to build professional skills and open doors to future career paths.

Interested students should reach out to their school counselor to request an application.

JMB sports tryouts are in full swing this week! Our student-athletes are showing incredible dedication, pushing themselves to grow stronger both on and off the field. Their hard work and determination set the tone for an outstanding season ahead. Stay tuned for more highlights!

JMB Summer Food Giveaway this Thursday, August 14th from 1-2pm

Dual Enrollment Orientation Night is August 20th at 6:00 pm! Come on out to Wor-Wic Community College to be prepared for the school year if you have enrolled in Dual Enrollment classes!