Beginning this school year, Wicomico County Public Schools will use the nationally recognized Standard Response Protocol (SRP), to provide clear instructions for students, staff and families during emergencies.
What You Should Know:
- Standard Response Protocol uses clear language for emergency situations
- SRP helps improve communication among schools, families, students, staff and first responders
- Students and staff will practice and learn the five response actions during the school year
Parents are encouraged to learn more about Standard Response Protocol by visiting https://www.wicomicoschools.org/o/wcps/page/safe-schools
🎉SAVE THE DATE: You're Invited to Open House! 🎉
We can't wait to welcome our students, families, and staff for the start of an exciting new school year!
Join us at Delmar Elementary for our Open House on Thursday, August 27th, 2026 between 3:30pm - 5:30pm. This will be a great time to meet with teachers, drop off school supplies, check out classrooms, and get ready for a fantastic year of learning and growth.
We look forward to seeing everyone there and kicking off an amazing school year together!
Open house information for elementary schools, for Thursday, Aug. 27. (Pittsville Elementary & Middle included, but its open house is Wednesday, Aug. 26.)
https://www.wicomicoschools.org/article/3074289
Wicomico schools will hold open house events Wednesday, Aug. 26 (middle and high schools) and Thursday, Aug. 27 (elementary schools) in preparation for the opening of the 2026-2027 school year on Tuesday, Sept. 1, for most students.
Open house information for middle and high schools is listed below, followed by key dates for the start of the school year. (Information on elementary school open houses is posted separately.) If a school has posted a school supply list, a link is provided.
Schools will send out student school-year information letters on Aug. 14, with open house information included with this welcome letter.
Students and families may also visit www.wicomicoschools.org for the following:
· Listing of school leadership teams
· 2026-2027 school calendar
· School hours, both regular and with a 90-minute delay
· Our eBulletinBoard, with flyers for school/school system and community events including the Aug. 23 Fresh Start Back-to-School Event
· Instructions for logging in to use Family Portal once the portal opens Aug. 26
· Important Forms & Notices
· 2026-2027 bus serving lists
· Meal menus (Wicomico County Public Schools continues to be a CEP (Community Eligibility Provision) district, with all students eligible for breakfast and lunch at no charge.)
For a complete listing of Open Houses and Other Information for the start of the 2026 - 2027 School year, visit wicomicoschools.org/article/3074296
Key Dates for Start of the 2026-2027 School Year in Wicomico County Public Schools
Friday, Aug. 14: Student school year information distributed
Wednesday, Aug. 26: Family Portal opens for 2026-2027 school year, with secondary student schedules available to print. Open houses for middle and high schools afternoon/evening.
Thursday, Aug. 27: Open houses for elementary schools afternoon/evening.
Tuesday, Sept. 1: Students in grades 1-6 and Grade 9 attend school on Tuesday, Sept. 1. (Please note these exceptions: All grades attend at Pittsville Elementary & Middle. Only Grade 6 attends at Mardela Middle & High.)
Wednesday, Sept. 2: All students in grades 1-12 in school Wednesday, Sept. 2.
During the first week, Kindergarten and Prekindergarten students report as scheduled by the assigned school; detailed information will be in the welcome letter. The first day all Prekindergarten and Kindergarten students will be in school together is Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Monday, Sept. 7: Labor Day holiday, schools and Central Office closed
Delmar Elementary's school supply lists are now available. Check your child's grade-level list and start preparing for a fantastic year ahead! Please note a slight revision in 4th grade - it now includes the size of bag.
#SchoolReady #OrangeandBlue #GoBobcats 🧡💙
CHAMPIONS after-school program is returning for the 2026-2027 school year. Please see the flyer graphic for information about CHAMPIONS. Please note that CHAMPIONS is not operated by the school; it is provided by an independent organization that uses our facility after school hours. Please refer to the attached information for program details, registration, and more! Contact information for questions, tours, etc. is found on the flyer graphic.
Thank you!
This is for Wicomico County students in-need from kindergarten to Grade 12. Students will receive a Free backpack along with several essential school supplies. A child must be present with an adult to receive school supplies.
-Free Backpacks (Clear Backpacks available too for Wi-Hi and Wi Middle while
supplies last)
-Free Essential School Supplies
-Free Haircuts
-Family Activities
-Info about the upcoming school year
-Community programming
-Health Information and more
MARK YOU CALENDAR for Sunday, August 23rd, starting at 1 p.m. at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center!
For more information, log onto wicomicorecandparks.org or jhesen@mywcps.org Also, "Thank You" to our growing list of sponsors for making this possible for Wicomico County students.
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The next monthly meeting of the Wicomico County Board of Education is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 11, 2026, in the Board of Education Auditorium at 101 Long Ave., Salisbury.
For this Board meeting, the Board will convene at 1 p.m. and immediately vote to go into closed session. The open portion of the meeting will begin at about 1:30 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 August 3 - 10. 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
Mr. Dunn is excited to enter his 31st year in education and his 12th year as a school administrator at Delmar Elementary. Throughout his career, Principal Dunn has been passionate about establishing shared vision, fostering student achievement, building strong relationships with students, families, the community, and staff, and creating positive learning environments.
Ms. Murray enters her 8th year as a school administrator and brings 21 years of experience in education. Ms. Murray is committed to supporting students, partnering with families, and collaborating with staff to ensure all learners feel valued, challenged, and empowered to reach their full potential.
Please join us in giving Mr. Dunn and Ms. Murray a warm welcome to our Admin Team and school family! We look forward to an incredible year of learning, growth, and success together.
Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed on Friday, July 3, as part of the Independence Day holiday. On Saturday, July 4 our nation celebrates 250 years since the day that the Second Continental Congress unanimously adopted the Declaration of Independence Day. Happy 250th America!
• Approval of the Student Member of the Board
• Adoption of the amended current expense budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027
• Approval of Pre-Qualified Real Estate Brokers
The public is welcome to attend this special meeting, which will be followed by an open work session. The meeting will be livestreamed on the Watch Board Meetings page of the school system’s website: https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/watch-board-meetings
