STEPHEN DECATUR HIGH SCHOOL

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.

🏁 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

There are a lot of opportunities available beyond the regular school day here at Stephen Decatur High School! #AfterSchoolMatters #SeahawksSoar 💙🖤🤍

Make plans for next Thursday night’s PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES from 5 - 7PM. Meet with teachers, obtain school and course updates, engage in meaningful communication about course curriculum and your student students progress, and be a part of the SDHS community! 💙🖤🤍

It’s Neurodiversity Week and our office staff is showing its super powers! 💪 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. #SeeUs #SeahawksSoar #DecaturNation #WeAreWorcester #WCPSNeurodiversityWeek

We are so proud of our “Women of Tomorrow” honoree, Mackenzie Chmar, and thankful to all of the amazingly supportive women who serve as role models and leaders in our surrounding communities. What a wonderful celebration today by the Worcester County Commission for Women! #SeahawksSoar #SeeUs #WomenOfTomorrow Worcester County Public Schools MD

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.

SDHS students and staff: show your support of neurodiversity with this week’s spirit days!

The school day administration of the SAT to all juniors is quickly approaching. Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 19!

It was a busy weekend for Stephen Decatur High School students, many of whom marched and/or performed in the Ocean City St. Patrick’s Day parade, planted dune grass in Ocean City, and/or combed the beaches for trash. 💙🖤🤍 + 💚💚💚 + ❤️🌊🌎 Go Green OC - Ocean City, MD Surfrider Foundation - Ocean City Maryland Chapter Believe In Tomorrow #SeahawksServe #SeeUs #TheDecaturWay #SDHSGoesGreen Worcester County Public Schools MD

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.

Let’s go #CLASSof2025! 💙🖤🤍 🔥🔥🔥 #SeahawksSoar #SeeUs #DecaturNation #TheDecaturWay #SeahawksServe #BeachBoys #Seahawks #SeahawkPride #OnceASeahawkAlwaysASeahawk

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

🚨 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

SDHS Welcomes New Outdoor Track Coach Kevin O’Brien is a dedicated coach with over 12 years of experience in developing athletes and fostering team success. A 1999 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School, Kevin was an active member of the school’s soccer, indoor track, and outdoor track teams, excelling in middle distance, sprints, relays, and jump events. His passion for athletics continued at Bethany College, where he was a member of both the soccer and track teams, graduating in 2003. With more than a decade of coaching experience, Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his athletes. Recently relocating from South Florida back to the Berlin area with his wife Jenn, who works for Worcester County Public Schools, and their son’s Liam and Finn, Kevin is committed to a “team-first” mentality, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and unity in every practice and competition. His coaching philosophy centers around athlete development, focusing on maximizing each individual’s potential while ensuring overall team success. His approach is both encouraging and challenging, designed to help athletes improve their skills, confidence, and performance. Welcome Coach O’Brien! 💙🖤🤍 #SeahawksSoar #DecaturNation

Stephen Decatur High School Boys Wrestler Elijah Collick earned his 3rd State Championship! Congrats to Collick on standing at the top of the podium in the 126 weight class division! #LocalTeamsBigDreams Stephen Decatur Wrestling

Congratulations to the Girl’s Wrestling team for their State Runner Up finish!

Our annual Beach Supply Drive starts next week! Please join us as we support the Believe In Tomorrow organization and children fighting life-threatening illnesses.💛 ☀️🏖️⛱️ Spring/Summer Wish List • BEACH SHOVELS • BEACH TOWELS • PLAYING CARDS • SUNSCREEN • COLORING BOOKS and colored pencils/ crayons • Games that are good for the beach • Children’s books or young adult books • Local gift cards to restaurants • Beach bags, beach hats • Beach toys/buckets • Tide laundry pods • Toiletries like tissues, paper towels, toilet paper *REMINDER: Everything must be NEW and no stuffed animals please! #SeahawksServe #SeeUs #TheDecaturWay

The school day administration of the SAT to all juniors is quickly approaching. Please mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 19!

Wrapped up another successful session of the After School Academy this week. Robotics, Science Olympiad, Tutoring & Homework Help, Dungeons & Dragons, Newspaper, El Café, Academic Team, Service Learning, friendships, intellectual challenges, leadership roles, and so much more. We are also super thankful for our teachers and our community volunteers! Standby for registration information for our spring session. #AfterSchoolMatters #SeeUs #SeahawksSoar #TheDecaturWay Worcester County Public Schools MD