
This is a message from the Communications team of Wicomico County Public Schools regarding the status for our school system for tomorrow, Friday, January 10th. On Friday, schools will be closed. The Central Office and school offices will open at 10 a.m. We are looking forward to welcoming back all of our students and staff for school on Monday. Please be safe. Thank you.
Estatus para las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico (Viernes 10 de Enero): Escuelas cerradas mañana; Oficinas Central/Escolares abren a las 10 a.m.
Estati Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico (Vandredi 10 Janvye): Lekòl yo op fèmen demen; Ofis Santral/Lekòl yo Ouvri 10 a.m.


Here we go again with another snow day. ... Wicomico County continues to recover from Monday's snowstorm, and many roads and sidewalks throughout our county are not yet ready to safely accommodate school buses and walkers on Thursday, Jan. 9th.
Status Announcement for Wicomico County Public Schools: Schools closed tomorrow (Thursday, Jan. 9), Central Office/School Offices open at 10 a.m.
Estatus para las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico (Jueves 9 de Enero): Escuelas cerradas mañana; Oficinas Central/Escolares abren a las 10 a.m.
Estati Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico (Jedi 9 Janvye): Lekòl yo op fèmen demen; Ofis Santral/Lekòl yo Ouvri 10 a.m.


Status Announcement for Wicomico County Public Schools: Schools closed tomorrow (Wednesday, Jan. 8), Central Office/School Offices open at 10 a.m.
Estatus para las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico (Miércoles 8 de Enero): Escuelas cerradas mañana; Oficinas Central/Escolares abren a las 10 a.m.
Estati Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico (Mèkredi 8 Janvye): Lekòl yo op fèmen demen; Ofis Santral/Lekòl yo Ouvri 10 a.m.


Status Alert for Wicomico County Public Schools (Tuesday, Jan. 7): Due to inclement weather, Wicomico County Public Schools & Central Office will be closed tomorrow.
Estatus de Alerta (Martes 7 de Enero): Debido a la inclemencia en el tiempo, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico y Oficina central estarán cerradas mañana.
Alèt Estati (Madi 7 Janvye): Akòz de move tan, Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico ak Ofis Santral yo ap fèmen demen.


Status Alert for Wicomico County Public Schools (Monday, Jan. 6): Due to inclement weather, Wicomico County Public Schools & Central Office will be closed tomorrow.
Estatus de Alerta (Lunes 6 de Enero): Debido a la inclemencia en el tiempo, las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Wicomico y Oficina central estarán cerradas mañana.
Alèt Estati (Lendi 6 Janvye): Akòz de move tan, Lekòl Leta Distri Wicomico ak Ofis Santral yo ap fèmen demen.


School is scheduled to be back in session on Monday, Jan. 6. As we continue the school year and start a new calendar year, let's continue to focus on the importance of attendance to students' success. Arrive to Thrive: Attendance Matters to All of Us!




We are thankful to Educational Systems FCU and its employees for their generous donation of hats, gloves, socks and other winter items through the company's Warming Hearts and Hands initiative. The Division of Student & Family Services team of Wicomico County Public Schools (represented here by pupil personnel workers Knita Cartwright and Jacqualynn Deal) will make sure these donations are given to students and family members who need them.
Wicomico County Public Schools appreciates the generosity and compassion of our community. If your business or organization would like to support Wicomico students and families in some way, please contact us at comments@mywcps.org.


Mid-term progress reports come out today, and our students have a full week of school prior to the start of Winter Break. Here's a look ahead at the break schedule, which begins at regular dismissal time on Friday, Dec. 20.

Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted before each week of classes during the school year. The schedule of letter days can be found on school web pages in Live Feed, on the school system's main website in Live Feed and the home page gallery, and on social media. The letter days schedule is provided in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.




Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted before each week of classes during the school year. The schedule of letter days can be found on school web pages in Live Feed, on the school system's main website in Live Feed and the home page gallery, and on social media. The letter days schedule is provided in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.




🌟 Reminder: Winter Wonderland Shop Donations 🌟
Tomorrow is the LAST DAY to drop off donations for our Winter Wonderland Shop! 🎁✨ We’re still accepting:
Gently used or new items for kids to "shop" for their loved ones
Gift bags, tissue paper, and tags to help with wrapping
Your generosity helps make this event magical for our students! ❤️ Donations can be dropped off at [Westside Primary](or specify location) during school hours.
Thank you for supporting our school community! 🎄💙
#WinterWonderlandShop #WestsidePrimary #CommunityLove


Wicomico Teacher of the Year nominations closed last night, and we received 973 nominations this year! Thank you to everyone who took time to nominate an amazing teacher for this recognition. Our schools and our school system look forward to celebrating many of the teachers of Wicomico County Public Schools throughout the Wicomico Teacher of the Year Recognition Program..


🎄✨ Holiday Spirit Week is Coming! ✨🎄
Westside primary families, get ready to celebrate the season with us during Holiday Spirit Week, happening December 16th–20th! Each day has a fun and festive theme:
🎅 Monday: Ugly Sweater Day – Wear your favorite Christmas sweater!
🎄 Tuesday: Christmas Chaos – Over-accessorize with your Christmas spirit!
🪵 Wednesday: Channel Your Flannel Day – Wear your favorite flannel!
🎁 Thursday: Dress Like an Elf or Grinch – Wear red or green!
🛌 Friday: Pajama Day – Wear your favorite holiday PJs!
We can’t wait to see everyone’s creativity and holiday cheer! Let’s make it a week to remember! 🌟
#HolidaySpiritWeek #WestsidePrimary #FestiveFun


Hello Westside Primary Families,
The Winter Wonderland Workshop is fast approaching!! This is such a special holiday experience for our students! This unique event allows children to enjoy the joy of giving by shopping for holiday gifts for two loved ones.
🗓 Dates:
Set up: Friday, December 13th (afternoon 1:00 till)
Shopping Days: December 16th & 17th
Make-Up Day: December 18th (morning only)
Clean up: December 18th (11:00 am till)
📍 Location: Westside Primary Media Center
What to Expect:
Gift Selection: Students can choose two gifts for family members of their choice.
Gift Wrapping: Volunteers will be available to help wrap gifts, making it a complete and joyful experience!
A huge thank you to everyone who has already signed up to volunteer or donate – your generosity is truly appreciated! We are still accepting donations of gifts and volunteers at this time. If you'd like to help, please sign up using the Google form linked below:
https://forms.gle/fXVVCaCmPNcVUGTp9
Thank you for helping make this a memorable event for our students!
Warm wishes,
Your School’s Winter Wonderland Team


Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted before each week of classes during the school year. The schedule of letter days can be found on school web pages in Live Feed, on the school system's main website in Live Feed and the home page gallery, and on social media. The letter days schedule is provided in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.




Please use the link below to access the December Pony Pages.
Happy Thanksgiving!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-JffYw89jemCpUmP6O-4pp_8UFGl0U2y/view?usp=sharing


Reminder: Students will be in school this Monday and Tuesday, and then schools and offices of Wicomico County Public Schools will be closed Nov. 27-29 for the Thanksgiving break. The school system will reopen on Monday, Dec. 2. Have a great Thanksgiving everyone!

Good evening, Westside Primary Families,
Here are a few updates and important dates we want to make you aware of:
November 26th at 2:15 - Annual Turkey Wobble family event - wear sneakers, students may be signed out at the conclusion of the event.
Winter Wonderland Workshop - We’re gearing up for our Winter Wonderland Workshop and would love your help! ❄️We are looking for volunteers to assist with the event and donations of gently used items that could be used as gifts, wrapping paper, gift bags, tissue paper. We are asking for all donations to be dropped off to school by Friday December 6th. Your support will help make this event a magical experience for our students! If you’d like to volunteer or contribute, please reach out to Ms. Susan Rall or sign up using this form:https://forms.gle/abCzJdErfAFau5aa9
Thank you for helping us bring some winter magic to Westside Primary! ✨
Please remember to inform the school of any changes to your child's dismissal plan before 3:00 PM. If you use text, email, or TalkingPoints, ensure you receive a confirmation. If not, please call the school to confirm we've received your update. Any messages received after 3:00 PM will not be able to be followed. Thank you for your cooperation!
Thanksgiving Break - Schools will be closed from Wednesday, November 27, through Friday, November 29. We hope you enjoy this time with family and loved ones.
Teacher of the Year - It’s Time to Nominate a Great Educator to Be the Next Wicomico Teacher of the Year! Celebrate a great teacher with a nomination for Wicomico Teacher of the Year! Nominations are now open and will be taken through Dec. 2 for the next Wicomico Teacher of the Year. Anyone in the community may seek recognition for an educator quickly and easily using the online nomination form. Access the nomination form through the school system’s website (www.wicomicoschools.org) or by using the link or QR code.
For more information on what is going on throughout Wicomico County please check out the county bulletin board, https://www.wicomicoschools.org/page/ebulletinboard Don't forget to follow Westside Primary on Facebook! Thank you for being such a valued part of our school community! We appreciate each of you.



Letter days for elementary students (including those at Pittsville Elementary and Middle) are posted before each week of classes during the school year. The schedule of letter days can be found on school web pages in Live Feed, on the school system's main website in Live Feed and the home page gallery, and on social media. The letter days schedule is provided in English, Spanish and Haitian Creole.

Reminder of the schedule for Wicomico County Public Schools next week: School is in session and offices are open Monday and Tuesday, and then the school system will be closed for Thanksgiving Break.