BUCKINGHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - Staff, Students, Parents, Community "Together For Success!

Did you know you can participate in MSDE's office hours to learn and ask questions about the development, design, and implementation of Maryland’s PreK-12 Mathematics Policy and its’ anticipated outcomes for students across Maryland? Upcoming Dates and times are: · Friday, May 9 – 10am-11am · Thursday, May 22 – 4pm-5pm · Friday, June 6 – 10am-11am · Tuesday, June 17 – 4pm-5pm To attend, you must register in advance at https://tinyurl.com/MDMathHours.

The 2024 Family Survey is now available for you to participate! Visit https://tejoin.com/scroll/318855779 before the survey closes on Friday, May 17.

We are ready to rock MCAP ELA tomorrow! This week, permission slips will go home for our MCAP attendance incentive. Students who attend at least 7 of the 8 days of testing will get to participate in a walk to Stephen Decatur park with a frozen treat. We are ready to rock MCAP ELA tomorrow!

PK/K registration is underway! Visit our enrollment page to learn about what you need to register your little one for the 2025-2026 school year: https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/enrollment-info2

Join our Community School Liaison, Ms. Chaffe, as she hosts her 1st Mental Health Awareness BBQ. At the BBQ families can connect with community health services, learn stress management techniques, and discover how our Title I programs support your child's mental health and education. The BBQ will feature: 🎮 Gaming Truck for the kids 🌭 Free Hot Dogs, drinks, and snacks for the family 🎵 Live DJ playing family-friendly music 👥 Community Partners with valuable resources This event brings together fun and wellness resources for our school families. We hope to see you there! Questions? Contact Ms. Chaffee or Mrs. Brittingham *****Make Sure to RSVP USING THE LINK BELOW****** https://forms.office.com/r/NPpfgaQKMd

Reminder: The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Learn more about our safety protocols by visiting https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/school-safety-protocols. #WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters

Safety is a community effort! 💙 Use the Safe Schools Maryland Tipline to report anything that doesn’t seem right. Every call helps keep our schools safe! 📞 1-833-MD-B-SAFE #PartnershipsInAction #WeAreWorcester

PK/K registration is underway! Visit our enrollment page to learn about what you need to register your little one for the 2025-2026 school year: https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/enrollment-info2. #WeAreWorcester

🎉 Happy National Assistant Principals Week! 🎉 We're sending a HUGE thank you to our amazing Assistant Principal, Mr. Postell! Your dedication, hard work, and positive energy make our school a better place every day. We appreciate you more than words can say! If you see Mr. Postell this week be sure to thank him for all he does for BES! ❤️ #APWeek

Reminder- Dine Out Night on April 8, 2025 from 4-9pm! Don't forget to show them this flier when you order. Dine in only.

Come out and support Snow Hill High School Theater students as they present Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella this weekend March 28th-30th. Showings are Friday & Saturday at 6pm, and Sunday at 2pm. Tickets are available at snowhillhigh.booktix.com.

Reminder: The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Learn more about our safety protocols by visiting https://www.worcesterk12.org/page/school-safety-protocols. #WeAreWorcester #SafetyMatters

🏁 Get Ready! 🏁 Pre-K & Kindergarten registration opens April 1, 2025! 📅 Make sure you have the required documents ready: ✅ Birth Certificate ✅ Proof of Residency ✅ Proof of Income ✅ Immunization Records For more info, visit worcesterk12.org. #WeAreWorcester

Please be advised that Worcester County Public Schools are operating on a regular schedule today. There is no delay; the report from WBOC is incorrect, and we are working to have it removed. We apologize for any confusion, and thank you for your understanding.

Worcester County Public Schools will open one-hour late today, March 20, 2025 due to foggy conditions. Buses will operate accordingly. All school programs will begin following the one-hour delay.

This morning kicks off the first-ever Neurodiversity Week here in Worcester County Public Schools! Neurodiversity Week is a global movement that promotes understanding and acceptance of neurological differences, such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences. With this initiative, we foster inclusive school environments where all students feel valued and empowered. We invite our school system community to join us in this awareness campaign by participating alongside us for our spirit week activities. Tag us in your photos using #WeAreWorcester #WCPSNeurodiversityWeek Spirit Week Activities: MONDAY 3/17 - Passion & Interest Day: Wear a shirt or outfit that represents a personal special interest or hobby -from gaming to music to dinosaurs! TUESDAY 3/18 - Sensory-Friendly Day: Wear soft, comfy clothes (like pajamas or sweats). WEDNESDAY 3/19 - Neurodiversity Colors Day: Wear rainbow colors or neurodiversity symbols (like infinity signs) to celebrate the diversity of all minds! THURSDAY 3/20 - Strengths Superhero Day: Dress as a superhero or wear a shirt that represents a personal strength le.g., math, art, kindness). FRIDAY 3/21 - World Down Syndrome Day: Wear socks that will get you noticed! Mismatched, colorful, or bold socks get people talking and help to start conversations on raising awareness for Down Syndrome.

Save the Date!

🚨 Reminder: If you see something, say something! Use the Safe Schools Maryland Tipline to anonymously report safety concerns in our schools. 📞 1-833-MD-B-SAFE #PartnershipsInAction #WeAreWorcester

Looking for a rewarding career in education? Join us at our Job Fair to explore opportunities in: ✅ Teaching ✅ Operations & Transportation ✅ Food Service ✅ Technology ✅ Administrative Services 📅 Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025 ⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 📍 Location: Stephen Decatur High School, Berlin, MD 🔗 Register by March 13 at 6 PM: tinyurl.com/25WCPSJobFair Don't miss your chance to join our amazing team! #WCPSJobFair

To celebrate Youth Art Month, students from Buckingham have artwork on display in shop and business windows in downtown Berlin. The students are proud to play a part in making their community beautiful!