SNOW HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL

🎉 HAPPY NEW YEAR, EAGLES! 🎉
What better way to kick off the new year than by celebrating excellence within our SHMS community? 🌟

We are excited to recognize our December Teacher and Staff of the Month—two incredible Eagles who make a difference every single day! 🎉

🍎 Mrs. Hannah Morris– 5th Grade Teacher
💙 Ms. April Connor – Educational Assistant

Through their dedication, kindness, and commitment to students, Mrs. Morris and Ms. Connor help make SHMS a place where everyone can learn, grow, and soar. Thank you for the positive impact you bring to our school! 💫

Help us give them a big SHMS shoutout! 🙌✨
#EaglePride #TeacherOfTheMonth #StaffOfTheMonth #SoarEagles #HappyNewYear 🦅

Worcester County Public Schools students in need of nutritious to-go meals over winter break may pick them up at locations throughout the county on December 30 and 31. #WeAreWorcester

✨ From all of us at SHMS, we want to wish our students, families, caregivers, and entire school community peace, love, and joy over the winter break! ✨

“Education is the gift that keeps on giving.” 🎁📚
May your days be filled with warmth, laughter, and the magic of the season—whether you’re cozying up with a book, exploring something new, or making memories with loved ones. ❄️💛

Happy holidays and a wonderful winter break! 🎄✨

📣 Snow Hill Middle School Celebrates Excellence! 🌟
We’re shining the spotlight on our amazing teachers & staff each month! 🦅❤️

👉 Nominate a Teacher of the Month or Staff Member of the Month using the quick form below. Your words of appreciation will be shared to spread positivity—even if your nominee isn’t selected.

Let’s celebrate the people who make SHMS such a fantastic place for students & families! 🙌✨

🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/nfjCQEFAg0

📢 It’s Never Too Late to Make an Impact! 🌟
Snow Hill Middle School is looking for dedicated substitute teachers to join our team! Enjoy a flexible schedule while making a difference in students’ lives.
Apply today at www.worcesterk12.org! 🍎✨
#NowHiring #SubstituteTeachers #MakeAnImpact #JoinSHMS

✨ You may notice a new sign the next time you enter our school…✨

We’re proud to share that SHMS is now officially recognized as a Random Acts of Kindness School! 💙

This recognition isn’t by accident or random—it’s intentional. Every day, we work to help our students grow into good citizens and good humans, leading with empathy, respect, and kindness in our school and beyond.

Want to learn more about what it means to be a Random Acts of Kindness School?
👉 [https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/for-educators#distinguished-kindness-school](https://www.randomactsofkindness.org/for-educators#distinguished-kindness-school)

#RandomActsOfKindness #KindnessMatters #GoodHumans #SchoolPride 💛

Worcester County Public Schools students in need of nutritious to-go meals over winter break may pick them up at locations throughout the county on December 30 and 31. #WeAreWorcester

❄️ January Parent-Teacher Conferences Update! ❄️

Families and caregivers, our winter Parent-Teacher Conferences have been pushed back one week to January 15th — mark your calendars! 📅

We’re excited to welcome community partners again this year as they set up tables and share helpful resources. Plus, join us in the cafeteria for:

🍫 A cozy hot cocoa station
🎲 A fun math game for each grade level

Check out the flyer below for all the details. We can’t wait to see you there! 💙🤍

Today, 10 outstanding educators were surprised with generous grant awards from Hertrich Toyota of Pocomoke through Hertrich’s Cash for Class contest! Their creative, innovative program submissions were selected for funding, and we could not be more proud of the impact these projects will have on students.

Congratulations to the following educators and their funded projects:
Jennifer Beach, Pocomoke Middle School – Kindness in 3D
Kayla DeVaughn, Snow Hill Middle School – Algebra Incentive Trips
Mary Miller, Worcester Technical High School – 3D Printing in Computer Science and Robotics
Valerija Zienty, Worcester Technical High School – Mission: Solderable
Savanna Akins, Ocean City Elementary School – Marvelous Math Manipulatives!
Melanie Coleman, Ocean City Elementary School – Books in a Series
Emma Post, Ocean City Elementary School – Audiobooks for the Classroom
Heather Robins, Ocean City Elementary School – Tournament of Books
Jennifer Wheeler, Ocean City Elementary School – Headsets for Students
Holly Truitt, Buckingham Elementary School – Productive Peacefulness

A heartfelt thank you to Hertrich Toyota of Pocomoke and the Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships for hosting this incredible contest and supporting innovative learning opportunities across our schools. Your partnership helps our educators go above and beyond for students and the community. #PartnershipsInAction #WeAreWorcester

📣 Snow Hill Middle School Celebrates Excellence! 🌟
We’re shining the spotlight on our amazing teachers & staff each month! 🦅❤️

👉 Nominate a Teacher of the Month or Staff Member of the Month using the quick form below. Your words of appreciation will be shared to spread positivity—even if your nominee isn’t selected.

Let’s celebrate the people who make SHMS such a fantastic place for students & families! 🙌✨

🔗 https://forms.office.com/r/nfjCQEFAg0

🎉 LAST NIGHT to Sign Up for Session 2 of After School Academies! 🎉
January 5th – March 5th

Don’t miss your chance for another awesome round of learning, fun, and creativity! 🌟

Registration closes TONIGHT — and classes fill up fast!

👉 Sign up here:
https://forms.office.com/r/3izjTe1Ngq

📋 View the full list of offerings:
https://5il.co/3sqtw

Don’t wait… Register now! 🚀📚✨

🎶 “Spirit Week, Spirit Week, fun is on the way—
Dress up with us every day and join the holiday!” ❄️✨

🎉❄️ Winter Spirit Week is Almost Here! ❄️🎉
Get ready, SHMS! We’re closing out the year with five fun days of festive spirit. Here’s what’s coming up:

📅 Monday, Dec 15 – Flannel & Frost
Wear your favorite flannel to kick off the week!

📅 Tuesday, Dec 16 – Winter White Out
Wear white and help us create a school-wide snowstorm effect! ❄️🤍

📅 Wednesday, Dec 17 – Pajama Day
Roll out of Bed and come to school ready to work!💤

📅 Thursday, Dec 18 – Grumpy Grinch Day
Come in grumpy, green, and full of holiday mischief! 💚

📅 Friday, Dec 19 – Ugly Sweater Day
Break out your boldest, brightest, and most outrageous holiday sweater. May the ugliest sweater win! 👕✨

Let’s make this Winter Spirit Week the most festive one yet! 🎁💙

School Safety Reminder: The well-being of our students and staff is our highest priority. Learn more about our safety protocols here: https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/school-safety-protocols
#WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters

📅 Why Attendance Matters
* Every day counts: consistent routines build learning.
* Better attendance = stronger grades and social skills.
* Being on time sets the tone for the day.
* Attendance builds responsibility and lifelong habits.

💙 How Families Can Help
* Set a steady morning routine.
* Prep materials the night before.
* Encourage early bedtimes.
* Remind kids that every day counts.

🎄 Schedule Update for ASA 🎄

📢 Monday, December 8
There will be NO After School Academy (ASA) due to the Snow Hill Christmas Parade.

📢 Tuesday & Wednesday, December 9–10
These will be the LAST ASA days of 2025 before we take a break for the holidays.
ASA will return in January!

Stay warm and enjoy the parade! 🥁✨

Worcester County Public Schools will open two-hours late today, Friday, December 5, 2025, due to inclement weather conditions. Buses will operate accordingly.

❄️ Mark Your Calendars! ❄️
Our Winter Concert is coming up on Tuesday, December 16th at 6:00 PM! 🎶✨

Join us for an evening filled with the sounds of the season, as our talented students bring holiday magic to the stage. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎄🎺🎤