DCPS Seeks Public Input on a Proposed Update to our Cell Phone Policy
Dorchester County Public Schools invites students, parents, teachers, and community members to provide feedback on a proposed update to our cell phone policy aimed at improving the learning environment in schools.
Over the past year, the district conducted a pilot program in select schools to test various approaches to cell phone use during the school day. The pilot provided valuable insights into what was needed to update the current policy.
THE DRAFTED POLICY https://5il.co/3lzgo outlines guidelines for cell phone use during school hours as well as consequences for misuse. The district hopes the policy will help minimize distractions in the classroom.
The district is requesting your input about the changes by August 15, 2025. Community members can submit their feedback via email to Nancy Harrington at harringtonn@dcpsmd.org.
🎒 Back to School Open House 🍔🌭
Get ready to kick off the school year! Join us for our Back to School Open House where you can:
Meet your teachers and staff.
Get your schedule and ask any questions.
Enjoy a delicious meal (food will be provided for our families).
📅 Date: Thursday August 28th
🕒 Time: 2:00-4:00 PM
📍 Location: Mace's Lane Middle School / 1101 Mace's Lane
We can't wait to see you there and start the year off strong! Let’s make it a great one! 🎉
Get ready to kick off the school year! Join us for our Back to School Open House where you can:
Meet your teachers and staff.
Get your schedule and ask any questions.
Enjoy a delicious meal (food will be provided for our families).
📅 Date: Thursday August 28th
🕒 Time: 2:00-4:00 PM
📍 Location: Mace's Lane Middle School / 1101 Mace's Lane
We can't wait to see you there and start the year off strong! Let’s make it a great one! 🎉
Dorchester County Public Schools is excited to partner with Eastern Shore Wellness Solutions, Inc. for their 10th Annual Back to School Health & Readiness Event! 🎒 Event Highlights:
Free haircuts & hairstyles
Backpacks & school supplies
Health resources and more!
Transportation Available (RSVP required)
Please be sure to RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer or by clicking the link here: (https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/S8EYzFUZ6C)
Free haircuts & hairstyles
Backpacks & school supplies
Health resources and more!
Transportation Available (RSVP required)
Please be sure to RSVP by scanning the QR code on the flyer or by clicking the link here: (https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/S8EYzFUZ6C)
DCPS Seeks Public Input on a Proposed Update to our Cell Phone Policy
Dorchester County Public Schools invites students, parents, teachers, and community members to provide feedback on a proposed update to our cell phone policy aimed at improving the learning environment in schools.
Over the past year, the district conducted a pilot program in select schools to test various approaches to cell phone use during the school day. The pilot provided valuable insights into what was needed to update the current policy.
THE DRAFTED POLICY https://5il.co/3lzgo outlines guidelines for cell phone use during school hours as well as consequences for misuse. The district hopes the policy will help minimize distractions in the classroom.
The district is requesting your input about the changes by August 15, 2025. Community members can submit their feedback via email to Nancy Harrington at harringtonn@dcpsmd.org.
Ms.Shay’s next stop was New Beginnings Youth & Family Service! Ms. Chad requested a presentation on Careers & Financial Literacy. Ms.Shay gladly accepted the invitation and presented on developing career identity to help students see the alignment of Cash & Careers. Then further discussed economy & expenses! Such a great time with the New Beginnings Center sharing her personal career journey with the students and staff.
Career development is an ongoing process that doesn’t take a summer break. Ms.Shay, Career Coach is on the move connecting with students in their summer programs discussing career identity and the power of self-awareness and reflection. Pictured is a visit to Boys & Girls Club on Leonard’s Lane where she presented a career lesson and brought special guest, Jayla Elise, Singer/Songwriter and AB, CEO of Music Management. Such a great time with BGC students and their staff!
Yesterday, DCPS Career Coach, Mrs. Shay spent the day making career connections for some of our MLMS Tigers. Pictured is Janay Elliott, Giselle Escobar, Reital Halasa, and Kayleigh Morgan who are headed to Washington College’s Vision to Freedom Career Exploration Program for the week.
Pictured is Artist/Songwriter, Ms. Jayla Elise with Trinity Frazier who has agreed to be Trinity’s mentor.
Mrs. Shay “while Reital Halasa, Janay Elliott, Giselle Escobar, and Trinity Frazier are all transitioning to 9th grade, career development is an ongoing process and as a career coach I will not just dropped them off as I take pride in being apart of their journey. Once a tiger, always a tiger”!
Good morning MLMS families and community. We are excited to welcome Mrs. Cook to the Lane as our new principal for the 25-26 school year. Her message is as follows:
Dear Mace's Lane Middle School Family,
I'm writing to you as the new principal of MLMS. I am excited to become a part of this vibrant and dedicated learning community. I have 24 years of experience in education including teaching, instructional assistant, homeschool liaison, dean of students and assistant principal. I am passionate about creating a positive and safe learning environment where all students can thrive. My goal is to collaborate with staff, students, parents and community stakeholders to build upon the strong foundation already established and continue to improve our school. I am looking forward to the many opportunities to build positive relationships, learn, grow and achieve together.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Kesha Cook
While the school year has come to an end, the memories can never be erased says Mrs.Shay. The last day of school, Mrs. Shay presented the 8th grade MLMS BE-U Ambassadors, the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens book as a transitional gift. It has been such a pleasure working with these girls and their families! Excited to see them GrOwww‼️
Another year has come and gone, and our Sunshine Committee treated our hard working staff to some Kona Ice on this hot afternoon. Thank you Sunshine Committee! ☀️
NOTICE OF BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
DATE: Thursday, June 12, 2025
TIME: 5:00 p.m.
PLACE: The Board Room Central Office of the Board of Education
700 Glasgow Street
Cambridge, MD 21613
The Board of Education of Dorchester County will conduct an Open Session at the date, time, and location indicated above to address business as indicated on the agenda. After the start of the Open session, the Board will meet in Closed in accordance with Section 3-305 of the General Provisions of the Annotated Code of Maryland to discuss personnel, update on legal issues, and coaching training. At the conclusion of the Closed Session, the Board will reconvene at 6:00 p.m. in the Open Regular Session.
The agenda and related documents can be accessed online via BoardDocs on the Dorchester County Public Schools website at www.dcps.k12.md.us.
Anyone who would like to submit public comments electronically, to be included in the minutes, can email comments@dcpsmd.org by 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
Our eligible 8th graders had a blast Thursday at the annual Splash Mountain water park trip! Just a few more days until we can officially declare them 9th graders.
Dorchester County Public Schools will be operating on a 2 hour dealy due to fog. Be safe!
Our students and staff had a great time celebtrating at our End of the Year PBIS Carnival!
Thank you Ms. Frock and the PBIS committee for always putting on amazing events such as this. We love to see the smiles!
8th grade families, as a reminder tickets are on sale for formal this Friday! No tickets will be sold at the door. Have your students see Ms. Frock for theirs!
Last week, we held our school-wide Spring Career Networking Event for students to hone their networking, and public speaking skill through career awareness. Thank you to our Career Coach, Mrs. Shay Lewis-Sisco, counseling department and the Career Networking Planning committee for hosting this amazing event. Thank you to all our business partners and student representatives from the Dorchester Career & Technology Center for attending and engaging our MLMS Tigers.
While the last few weeks have been hectic with MCAP and end of year activities around MLMS, we could not let this week go by without sending a HUGE thank you to our teachers. We appreciate all you do day in and day out for our students. There was no better way to end Teacher Appreciation Week than with our "Dress Like a Student" day! Let me tell you - our staff understood the assignment. More pictures to come!
Attention 8th grade families: Mark your calendars!!
Here is a list of the current 8th grade end of year events.
Last night we celebrated some of our amazing students as they were recognized by DCPS in conjunction with Zion Baptist Church for their outstanding achievement during the 2024-2025 school year. Students were recognized for their good citizenship, academics, attendance and participation at school. Pictured: Arnina Agbo-Henry, Stephan Bolden, Jamari Cornish-Lee, Kyren Cropper, Kaleb Hurd, Miracle Johnson, Mia Macer, Jaylah Miller, Ralph Moxley, Francis Sanchez Mendez Not pictured: Nichelle Brooks, Christiana Davis, Dayrius Garcia, Milo Robbins
Exciting Summer Opportunity for Rising 6-9th Graders!
Dorchester County Public Schools in partnership with People for Change Coalition is offering the Summer Career Enrichment Program (SCEP)- a FREE hands-on experience designed to spark interest in high-demand career fields!
Students will explore:
• Animation
• App Development/Gaming
• Careers in Health Care
• Chess
• Cybersecurity
• Drones
• Media Arts
• Presentation/Video Design
• Robotics
Location: Easton High School
Transportation Available from NDHS & CSDHS
Breakfast & Lunch Provided
Two Sessions Available:
Session 1: July 7-July 17, 2025 (Mon-Thurs, 9 -1 PM)
Session 2: July 21-July 31, 2025 (Mon-Thurs, 9 -1 PM)
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to explore future careers in a fun and engaging environment! Visit https://pfccoalition.org/scep.asp for registration details!
Next week is the last week to register!!
