Learner Permit Testing Feb 26 during 2nd pd Register your child at https://forms.gle/oxiDXE5TqsNLU5sA9 Please complete this Registration for your child to participate. This is for Maryland Residents only! Questions please contact Ms. Rhodes at amrhodes@mywcps.org If you registered for the earlier date you must register again.
Middle school students: Enjoy a night under the sea at the middle school winter formal! The dance will be in our cafeteria on Friday, March 7th from 6-8 p.m. Tickets will be sold during lunch on March 3rd-5th , and the cost is $10. In order to attend the dance, students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and no out of school suspensions in this semester which began on February 3, 2025. Please contact either of the Dormans with questions. kdorman@mywcps.org
We know families and staff are wondering about tomorrow's school status, so we wanted to let everyone know that as of now, we anticipate opening on time and in schools Thursday, Feb. 13. If there were foggy conditions in the morning that necessitated a delay, families and staff would be notified through the usual process. We look forward to seeing everyone in school bright and early tomorrow.
March 6 (during 2nd pd) - Tidal Health VolunTEEN Program
(This was previously scheduled for Feb 20, this is a new date)
REGISTER NOW https://forms.gle/At6sXMmpb2QnERKd9
Guest Speaker Event - Open to Middle and High School Students
Is your teen ready to make a difference this summer while earning service-learning hours? The TidalHealth VolunTEEN Program is an incredible opportunity for students to give back to the community, gain valuable experience, and explore potential career paths in healthcare.
Program Highlights:
Teens commit to volunteering 50+ hours during the summer.
Volunteer in a variety of areas around the hospital.
Earn student service learning hours for school
Looks great on a resume
The VolunTEEN guest speaker will visit during Flex Class to share more about the program and their experiences.
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to build skills, serve their community, and explore future careers!
Feb 28 - National Guard Vehicle Day
Open to ALL Students during Lunch
Join us outside to check out the giant military vehicles and chat with National Guard Members.
Thank you to the amazing support our local Army National Guard has provided for our School!!
February 24 (during FLEX) – Pohanka Automotive Technician Program - Portable Room 121
Guest Speaker Event - Open to High School Students
REGISTER NOW - https://forms.gle/bDwYQevXz3pZ3UZj9
Learn about the Automotive Training Program which offers a two-year training that combines classroom learning and hands-on dealership internships. Students receive full funding for tuition, a $1,500 tool set, and preparation for ASE exams, manufacturer certifications, and the MD Inspection License. With a maximum of 14 students per cohort, the 84-week program alternates between eight-week classroom sessions and paid internships, providing comprehensive technical and professional training. Learn more by visiting: https://pohankaacademy.com/
Feb 25 - (4th pd) - National Guard Challenge Course
Special Event - Open to High School Students
Test your physical fitness, team work, leadership and communication skills as you work in teams to beat the CHALLENGE COURSE.
REGISTER NOW at https://forms.gle/zoqfrbypWq4apmtH8
March 4 - National guard Armory Tour and Activities
Field Trip - Open to High School Students
REGISTER NOW AT https://forms.gle/fyPRhwqRicvPeY1dA
Is your teen interested in learning about the benefits of joining the National Guard. Join us again this year to another amazing visit with Sergeant First Class Bruce M. Roberts, National Guard Career Counselor and his guard members. Get hands on in the digital rifle range, climb in the many vehicles, try on the gear and more. Lunch is provided. This is a no pressure experience, for those who would like to learn about the military.
Workforce Readiness Workshops at Wor-Wic
Field Trip for Juniors ONLY
March 7, 8:00-2:15
Lunch is provided.
Register NOW at https://forms.gle/voyvCjebNbuaJftg6
Students are invited to join us for a day preparing to think about their careers and future goals. In this conference style day, they will be given the opportunity to choose 4 breakout sessions to attend from the list below.
Your Personal Brand: Show the World Your Best Self
Crafting Your First Resume: Stand Out on Paper!
Resume Review & Polish Work Session
Acing the Interview: Tips & Practice for Success
Step into Your Future: Career Exploration with VR
Decoding Your Career Survey: Finding the Right Path for You
Mardela Virtual Schedule for Wednesday
Important update on the status of Wicomico County Public Schools for Wednesday, Feb. 12:
On Wednesday, Wicomico Schools will have a virtual learning day. Students were sent home with laptops and/or other learning materials. Please check the messages from your student’s school (or the school or schools where you work) for virtual learning day instructions.
Those who work in the Central Office and school offices will work remotely on Wednesday, as informed by email before 6:30 a.m. Wednesday.
Please be safe.
Today the Wicomico County Board of Education approved a final 2024-2025 school calendar adjustment to make up for one of the days missed in January. As preferred by the most people who responded to a survey on makeup day options, and as recommended by the Superintendent and his team, the Board approved changing the Feb. 17 Presidents Day holiday to a day of school with 3-hour early dismissal.
Of the nearly 5,400 responses to the school system’s calendar adjustment survey, more (45%) favored making up a missed school day from January with a school day with 3-hour early dismissal on Monday, Feb. 17 than on either of the other two potential dates. Please plan accordingly.
CAREER CONNECTIONS NEWS Check out all the details by visiting the Career Connections Website at https://tinyurl.com/CareerNewsMMHS Opportunities February • 2.24 – Guest Speaker – Pohanka Auto technician Program (high school only) • 2-25 - Guest Speaker - National Guard Challenge Course (high school only) • 2.26 - Learners Permit Testing - 2nd pd - Portable Room 121 • 2-28 - Guest Speaker - National Guard Vehicle visit at Lunch (all grades) March • 3-4 - Field Trip - National Guard Armory Day - leave 9 return 2 (high school only) • 3-6 - Guest Speaker - Tidal Health Volunteen Program - 2nd pd - room 121 (all grades) • 3-7 - Field trip - Wor Wic Workforces Readiness Day - Leave Return (11th grade) From the Desk of Ms. Rhodes, amrhodes@mywcps.org, 410-677-5142 Career Coach Reminder: Students should check their Google Classrooms for more information or contact Ms. Rhodes with questions.
Congratulations!!! ALL of the Mardela students that ended up auditioning for all shore choir made it in! From both Middle & High School not one student that auditioned did not get in! Students accepted into All Shore Choir: Ava Baer, Lucea Bosco, Karly Lewis, Darcy Manes, Sophia Mannices, Evan Price, Jillian Roberts, and Ruby Twining.
Middle school students: Enjoy a night under the sea at the middle school winter formal! The dance will be in our cafeteria on Friday, March 7th from 6-8 p.m. Tickets will be sold during lunch on March 3rd-5th , and the cost is $10. In order to attend the dance, students must have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and no out of school suspensions in this semester which began on February 3, 2025. Please contact either of the Dormans with questions. kdorman@mywcps.org
Mardela will have awesome representation at the 2025 Sr. All County Honors Band Festival. This is a collection of top band students from Wicomico County that will rehearse and perform in a concert on March 28 (think All Shore-lite). This is the biggest group (15) Mardela has had in the four years since this ensemble was started, but what also makes this group special is that 5 of our students are first chair, effectively the top students in Wicomico County on their instruments. Overall here are our reps:
Flute:
Mabel Orr
Serenity Hardy
Sienna Larmore
Clarinet:
Riley Klebon (first chair)
Avery Ensor
Abigail Bohnsack
Sophia Jefferson
Bass Clarinet:
Layla Tharle
Tenor Saxophone:
Ethan Holland (first chair)
Bari Saxophone:
Max Green (first chair)
Trumpet:
Evan Larson (first chair)
Justin Jamrok
Trombone:
Nick Davala (first chair)
Lydia King
Percussion:
Jacob Lappin
3 Hour Early Release Schedule for Tuesday Feb 11 due to incoming weather
Match 6 (during FLEX) - Tidal Health VolunTEEN Program
Is your teen ready to make a difference this summer while earning service-learning hours? The TidalHealth VolunTEEN Program is an incredible opportunity for students to give back to the community, gain valuable experience, and explore potential career paths in healthcare.
Program Highlights:
Open to Middle and High School Students
Teens commit to volunteering 50+ hours during the summer.
Volunteer in a variety of areas around the hospital.
Earn student service learning hours for school
Looks great on a resume
The VolunTEEN guest speaker will visit on March 6 during Flex Class to share more about the program and their experiences. (Location to be determined.)
Students can Register:
Sign up through the link in Google Classroom
or visit https://forms.gle/At6sXMmpb2QnERKd9
This is a fantastic opportunity for students to build skills, serve their community, and explore future careers!
The 2024 Kindness Club Teddy Bear Drive was a huge success! The MMHS Community collectively gathered over 600 stuffed animals for the children who may be having a difficult life experience a the holiday time and sheltering at HALO or Life Crisis.
The winning class that collected the most stuffed animals this year was Mrs. Abbott's class! They received a donut party prize for the whole class from the Kindness Club. The kindness club also shared donuts with school administration, administrative assistants, custodians and cafeteria staff.
The Kindness Club and all of our students are so thankful for all of our MMHS teachers every day! Please be kind and remind all of your teachers how grateful you are for them! This year The Kindness Club and the MMHS Community recognized two of our excellent educators with a surprise Peace Bomb Award. One Middle School teacher and one High School teacher were selected. Our esteemed Honorees were Dr. Brooke Keene and Mrs. Cathy Ramey!! We celebrated with Mrs. Ramey just before the holiday break, and due to the holiday, the snow days, delay days, testing days we finally celebrated with Dr. Keene! Please let these excellent teachers and all of your teachers know how much you appreciate all they do for you! We are so fortunate to have wonderful and caring staff at MMHS!
