🎓 College & Scholarship Essay Help for MMHS Seniors
Need help polishing your college or scholarship essay? We've got you covered!
Here’s how it works:
1. Email Ms. Carrie Hobbs - Ford from our school (see below) to let her know you want your essay reviewed.
2. She will invite you to a Google Classroom assignment where you’ll upload your essay, the prompt, and any questions you have.
3. You will receive helpful feedback and suggestions to strengthen your essay before you submit it!
Contact:
Ms. Carrie Hobbs - Ford: chobbsfor@mywcps.org
Reach out today to get started!
Need help polishing your college or scholarship essay? We've got you covered!
Here’s how it works:
1. Email Ms. Carrie Hobbs - Ford from our school (see below) to let her know you want your essay reviewed.
2. She will invite you to a Google Classroom assignment where you’ll upload your essay, the prompt, and any questions you have.
3. You will receive helpful feedback and suggestions to strengthen your essay before you submit it!
Contact:
Ms. Carrie Hobbs - Ford: chobbsfor@mywcps.org
Reach out today to get started!
📢 Shout-Out Time
Today, we would like to recognize National IT Professionals Day and give a special thank you to Aaron Foreman for everything he does for Mardela Middle & High School.
From keeping us safe online and supporting staff and students to solving technology challenges every day, Mr. Foreman works behind the scenes to help our school stay connected and running smoothly.
Please join us in thanking Mr. Foreman for his dedication, expertise, and commitment to our school community. And staff remember - when in doubt for any IT issues as Mr. Foreman would advise...put in a ticket
Thank you, Mr. Foreman, for all you do for Mardela! We appreciate you and are proud to have you as part of our team.
Have a great day, Warriors! 💚💛
Do you have a senior who will be attending a four year, two year, or trade school after graduation? If so, you will be required to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) which opens on October 1st. Come to our workshop on 10/6 here at Mardela from 4-5pm to receive 1:1 assistance in completing it. RSVP using the link here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvMHHPTtjz0tleHJ9aTjGQR8WzesgJ790eD6xNKQrB01LzTg/viewform?usp=header
On this 25th anniversary of 9/11, Wicomico County Public Schools joins our country in remembering and honoring the importance of this date. It's an important day for all to reflect on the lives lost and service given. on Sept. 11, 2001. Our nation also marks Sept. 11th as Patriot Day, and the National Day of Service and Remembrance.
First day of SENIOR YEAR in the books! 🎓📸
We snapped some great "last first day" photos around campus! To our entire Senior Class—we hope you have an incredible, memorable final year of high school.
If you missed taking a photo, come see Mrs. Blumenthal or Mrs. Wells and we'll get your picture taken! 🎓✨
We snapped some great "last first day" photos around campus! To our entire Senior Class—we hope you have an incredible, memorable final year of high school.
If you missed taking a photo, come see Mrs. Blumenthal or Mrs. Wells and we'll get your picture taken! 🎓✨
First day of SENIOR YEAR in the books! 🎓📸
We snapped some great "last first day" photos around campus! To our entire Senior Class—we hope you have an incredible, memorable final year of high school.
If you missed taking a photo, come see Mrs. Blumenthal or Mrs. Wells and we'll get your picture taken! 🎓✨
We snapped some great "last first day" photos around campus! To our entire Senior Class—we hope you have an incredible, memorable final year of high school.
If you missed taking a photo, come see Mrs. Blumenthal or Mrs. Wells and we'll get your picture taken! 🎓✨
First day of SENIOR YEAR in the books! 🎓📸
We snapped some great "last first day" photos around campus! To our entire Senior Class—we hope you have an incredible, memorable final year of high school.
If you missed taking a photo, come see Mrs. Blumenthal or Mrs. Wells and we'll get your picture taken! 🎓✨
We snapped some great "last first day" photos around campus! To our entire Senior Class—we hope you have an incredible, memorable final year of high school.
If you missed taking a photo, come see Mrs. Blumenthal or Mrs. Wells and we'll get your picture taken! 🎓✨
First day of SENIOR YEAR in the books! 🎓📸
We snapped some great "last first day" photos around campus! To our entire Senior Class—we hope you have an incredible, memorable final year of high school.
If you missed taking a photo, come see Mrs. Blumenthal or Mrs. Wells and we'll get your picture taken! 🎓✨
We snapped some great "last first day" photos around campus! To our entire Senior Class—we hope you have an incredible, memorable final year of high school.
If you missed taking a photo, come see Mrs. Blumenthal or Mrs. Wells and we'll get your picture taken! 🎓✨
First day of SENIOR YEAR in the books! 🎓📸
We snapped some great "last first day" photos around campus! To our entire Senior Class—we hope you have an incredible, memorable final year of high school.
If you missed taking a photo, come see Mrs. Blumenthal or Mrs. Wells and we'll get your picture taken! 🎓✨
We snapped some great "last first day" photos around campus! To our entire Senior Class—we hope you have an incredible, memorable final year of high school.
If you missed taking a photo, come see Mrs. Blumenthal or Mrs. Wells and we'll get your picture taken! 🎓✨
The Preliminary SAT/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) will be administered in person at Mardela Middle & High School on Wednesday, October 21st for any 9th grade student who wishes to experience taking a College Board test or for any 11th grade student who wishes to try to qualify for a National Merit Scholarship. Those 9th and 11th grade students who wish to take the test should see Mrs. A. Shiles, Mardela’s testing coordinator for additional information on paying the $18 fee by Oct 2nd. All 10th graders are automatically signed up to take the test, additional information will be coming to 10th grade families in the weeks ahead.
For more information on the PSAT/NMSQT you can visit the College Board website. If you have questions, please email Mrs. A. Shiles, at ashiles@mywcps.org or go to her office A110.
For more information on the PSAT/NMSQT you can visit the College Board website. If you have questions, please email Mrs. A. Shiles, at ashiles@mywcps.org or go to her office A110.
Calendar Reminder: Schools and offices of Wicomico County Public Schools are closed on Monday, Sept. 7 for Labor Day. We look forward to seeing everyone when schools reopen on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Learners Permit Test
September 23 during 2nd pd in cafeteria
Register Here Now - https://forms.gle/Y4VPitUqMpFFR4fFA
Deadline to register is Sept. 16
Student must be 15 yrs and 9 months by Sept 23 in order to take the test.
Questions Email Mrs. Hanson - ahanson@mywcps.org
September 23 during 2nd pd in cafeteria
Register Here Now - https://forms.gle/Y4VPitUqMpFFR4fFA
Deadline to register is Sept. 16
Student must be 15 yrs and 9 months by Sept 23 in order to take the test.
Questions Email Mrs. Hanson - ahanson@mywcps.org
Driver's Education Classes
All classroom sessions are held at Mardela School
Session 1: October 19-30
Time: 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Deadline to Register is September 25
Register HERE Now - https://forms.gle/TrwFQpzUF6B7aaqw9
Future Session Dates
Session 2: February 1-12
Session 3: May 10-21
All classroom sessions are held at Mardela School
Session 1: October 19-30
Time: 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Deadline to Register is September 25
Register HERE Now - https://forms.gle/TrwFQpzUF6B7aaqw9
Future Session Dates
Session 2: February 1-12
Session 3: May 10-21
The next monthly meeting of the Wicomico County Board of Education is scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in the Board of Education Auditorium at 101 Long Ave., Salisbury.
For this Board meeting, the Board will convene at 6:30 p.m. and immediately vote to go into closed session. The open portion of the meeting will begin at about 7 p.m. The agenda for this meeting is available at https://wicomico-schools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
To register for public comments, please visit the pre-registration page (https://board_public_comments.wicomicoschools.org/), which is open from Sept. 1 - 7. Anyone unable to pre-register online may visit the school system office at 2424 Northgate Drive during business hours to fill out a paper copy of the pre-registration form.
This meeting will be livestreamed on the Watch Board Meetings page of the school system's website - www.wicomicoschools.org
Meetings are also viewable after they have ended at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/watch-board-meetings
For this Board meeting, the Board will convene at 6:30 p.m. and immediately vote to go into closed session. The open portion of the meeting will begin at about 7 p.m. The agenda for this meeting is available at https://wicomico-schools.community.highbond.com/Portal/
To register for public comments, please visit the pre-registration page (https://board_public_comments.wicomicoschools.org/), which is open from Sept. 1 - 7. Anyone unable to pre-register online may visit the school system office at 2424 Northgate Drive during business hours to fill out a paper copy of the pre-registration form.
This meeting will be livestreamed on the Watch Board Meetings page of the school system's website - www.wicomicoschools.org
Meetings are also viewable after they have ended at https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/watch-board-meetings
WARRIOR SENIORS: Your "Last First Day" is almost here! 🟢💛
Principal Mrs.Hastings and Assistant Principal Mr. Lasinski are already testing out the photo props and backdrop, and they are ready for you!
🗓️ When: Wednesday, September 2nd
📍 Where: Dedicated Senior Entrance (Gym Doors)
Make sure to head straight to the gym entrance when you arrive to walk the red carpet, snap your official Class of 2027 "Last First Day" picture, and kick off senior year in style. We can't wait to see you! 📸✨
#WarriorSeniors #ClassOf2027 #LastFirstDay #MardelaWarriors
Principal Mrs.Hastings and Assistant Principal Mr. Lasinski are already testing out the photo props and backdrop, and they are ready for you!
🗓️ When: Wednesday, September 2nd
📍 Where: Dedicated Senior Entrance (Gym Doors)
Make sure to head straight to the gym entrance when you arrive to walk the red carpet, snap your official Class of 2027 "Last First Day" picture, and kick off senior year in style. We can't wait to see you! 📸✨
#WarriorSeniors #ClassOf2027 #LastFirstDay #MardelaWarriors
We're excited to see our students for the start of the 2026-2027 school year this week! Tuesday, Sept. 1 is the first day for students in grades 1-6 and 9 (Grade 6 only at Mardela, all grades attend at Pittsville). Then on Wednesday, Sept. 2, all students in grades 1-12 will be in school. Our Prekindergarten and Kindergarten students report as assigned by the school during the first week.
Students, families, teachers and staff of Wicomico County Public Schools: Let's all have a great school year!
#LearningTodayLeadingTomorrow
Students, families, teachers and staff of Wicomico County Public Schools: Let's all have a great school year!
#LearningTodayLeadingTomorrow
High School Students! Make sure to keep an eye out in your Google Classrooms for the sign up form that will go out on the first day of school to meet with College Admissions Representatives from several colleges throughout the year. Salisbury University is our first visit this year on Tuesday 9/8 at 1:30 in room A144- come hear about the programs the college offers, admission criteria, and more! Reach out to Mrs. Driscoll with any questions.
Parking Permits
Mardela Parking Permits
$15 Cash - See Mrs. Hooper in the Media Center
Register Now online - https://forms.gle/Mk4E3EpK2PcZGCv48
Links to register can also be found in the 11th & 12th Grade google classrooms.
Students can also scan a QR code in the front office before school starts to register. (phones can be used in the office before school to perform them scan)
Make sure you have the following information:
Drivers License # (your student must have a license, not a permit)
Vehichle Color, Make, Model
Tag #
Person's Name on the Registration
Mardela Parking Permits
$15 Cash - See Mrs. Hooper in the Media Center
Register Now online - https://forms.gle/Mk4E3EpK2PcZGCv48
Links to register can also be found in the 11th & 12th Grade google classrooms.
Students can also scan a QR code in the front office before school starts to register. (phones can be used in the office before school to perform them scan)
Make sure you have the following information:
Drivers License # (your student must have a license, not a permit)
Vehichle Color, Make, Model
Tag #
Person's Name on the Registration
ACE: Architecture, Construction, and Engineering.
ACE is a weekly after school club for high school focused on the core fields of Architecture, Construction, and Engineering. Each week we will focus on a different topic in one of these fields, working towards a final presentation and scholarship night. Within ACE, there are opportunities to travel, tour active job sites, meet professionals in the field, create contacts, work paid internships, and receive college scholarships!
Interest Meeting for Parents Sept 17 via ZOOM fill our the form
First Meeting September 24
Meets on Thursdays at 3:30
Questions Contact Dr. Suk at alsuk@salisbury.edu
Submit a Interest Form : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUkOPQFormn_1_VMZNsAwiq7fpkC-eaMb3cFathyKeJWW3pQ/viewform
ACE is a weekly after school club for high school focused on the core fields of Architecture, Construction, and Engineering. Each week we will focus on a different topic in one of these fields, working towards a final presentation and scholarship night. Within ACE, there are opportunities to travel, tour active job sites, meet professionals in the field, create contacts, work paid internships, and receive college scholarships!
Interest Meeting for Parents Sept 17 via ZOOM fill our the form
First Meeting September 24
Meets on Thursdays at 3:30
Questions Contact Dr. Suk at alsuk@salisbury.edu
Submit a Interest Form : https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScUkOPQFormn_1_VMZNsAwiq7fpkC-eaMb3cFathyKeJWW3pQ/viewform
College - bound seniors and parents—join us for Senior Application Night on Thursday, September 10th at Parkside High School (1015 Beaglin Park Drive; Salisbury, MD 21804) from 5:15 - 8:30 p.m.!
At this event you will:
-Learn about the college application process,
-Hear about how to Pay for College, FAFSA and Scholarships;
-Learn how you can write a standout essay, and
-Select 2 workshops to attend that will help you navigate the college application process.
Students will have time to work on college essays and get feedback from our teachers, and work in SchooLinks with help from staff. In order to do this, students need to bring their school issued laptop.
A light dinner will be served for participants that register by Thursday, September 3rd. Don't miss this chance to get ahead with expert support! Students and parents planning to attend should click here to register for Senior Application Night. https://forms.gle/hSSgjPAXfAEJEPCP6
Register by Thursday, September 3rd.
If you have any questions about Senior Application Night, please contact the College Counselor at your school:
JMB: Mrs. Riggin krriggin@mywcps.org;
MMHS: Ms. Driscoll cdriscoll@mywcps.org;
PHS: Ms. Collins ccollins@mywcps.org;
Wi Hi: Mr. Lowe klowe@mywcps.org
We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, September 10th!
At this event you will:
-Learn about the college application process,
-Hear about how to Pay for College, FAFSA and Scholarships;
-Learn how you can write a standout essay, and
-Select 2 workshops to attend that will help you navigate the college application process.
Students will have time to work on college essays and get feedback from our teachers, and work in SchooLinks with help from staff. In order to do this, students need to bring their school issued laptop.
A light dinner will be served for participants that register by Thursday, September 3rd. Don't miss this chance to get ahead with expert support! Students and parents planning to attend should click here to register for Senior Application Night. https://forms.gle/hSSgjPAXfAEJEPCP6
Register by Thursday, September 3rd.
If you have any questions about Senior Application Night, please contact the College Counselor at your school:
JMB: Mrs. Riggin krriggin@mywcps.org;
MMHS: Ms. Driscoll cdriscoll@mywcps.org;
PHS: Ms. Collins ccollins@mywcps.org;
Wi Hi: Mr. Lowe klowe@mywcps.org
We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, September 10th!
