Due to the poor weather conditions, Dorchester County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026. All schools and offices will be closed. Please be safe!
Good Afternoon!
Due to the poor weather conditions, Dorchester County Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026. All schools and offices will be closed. Please be safe!
⚠️Winter Weather Update from DCPS⚠️
A winter storm may impact our area this weekend (Jan 24-25, 2026). DCPS plans to open on a regular schedule on Monday, January 26, but we will monitor conditions closely and keep you informed of any changes.
❄️School Schedule - DCPS is scheduled to open for a normal school day on Monday, January 26.
❄️Weather Monitoring - If the storm moves in this weekend, we may need to close schools. Weather-related updates will be provided through the DCPS app, social media platforms, email, phone system, and website.
❄️Snow Days - DCPS has 2 more snow days built into our 2025-2026 school calendar. Maryland law requires us to use all built-in snow days before considering virtual instruction.
❄️Virtual Instruction - If the storm results in school closures beyond 2 days, we will switch to virtual instruction. Grades 1-12 will log into their devices to connect with teachers online. PK and K students will receive paper copies and can contact teachers for help.
❄️Preparation - Students with device agreements will bring devices home Friday; all other students and students in PK and K will receive paper assignments.
📅Possible Closure Plan:
❌Monday 1/26: If closed, no school
❌Tuesday 1/27: If closed, no school
💻Wednesday 1/28: If closed, virtual instruction begins
❌Thursday 1/29: Schools Closed for Staff Professional Development
❌Friday 1/30: Schools Closed for Change of Semester
We’re committed to being prepared and will keep you informed.
#BelieveInUs
Our MLMS Garden Club has been hard at work planting, watering, learning, and caring for our school garden—and we couldn’t be more proud! 🌱💚
From digging in the soil to watching new growth appear, our students are learning patience, responsibility, teamwork, and the joy of taking care of something living. They’ve been making our campus even more beautiful while building skills that will last a lifetime.
We love seeing our Tigers outside, engaged, and making a positive impact on our school community—one plant at a time! 🌸🐯
#MLMSPride #MLMSTigers #GardenClub #GrowingTogether #StudentLeaders
Phone: 410-228-2111 ext 1141
Text: 302-497-5252
Email: skinnerr@dcpsmd.org
Happy New Year and welcome back from Winter Break! As we begin 2026, our MLMS School Social Workers are sharing simple self-care reminders to support the well-being of our students, families, and staff. Even a few minutes a day can make a big difference—you are worth it!
This month’s newsletter includes easy, practical self-care tips such as staying active, hydrating, creating a calm space, finding moments of joy, and practicing kindness toward yourself and others.
If you or your child need support, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our School Social Workers:
📞 Ms. Leak (ext. 1180) | ✉️ leaka@dcpsmd.org
📞 Ms. Skinner (ext. 1141) | ✉️ skinnerr@dcpsmd.org
We’re grateful to partner with our families to support the social-emotional well-being of our Tigers as we start the new year strong #withJoy! 🐯💙
#FourHousesOneSchool #MLMSTigers #MakeEveryStrideCount
📅 Date: January 12th
📍 Location: Mace’s Lane Middle School Cafeteria
⏰ Time: 5pm to 6pm
Discover exciting careers, meet aspiring professionals, and find out information that you will need to be in workforce! Whether you want a career in construction/engineering, education, cosmetology, or anything in between, this event is for YOU! 🌟
This event is open to community partners and MLMS & DCPS students and families.
Don’t miss out on this chance to learn, ask questions, and get inspired! See you there! 👩🔬👨🚀🎨
#WithJoy #FutureLeaders #DreamBig #MLMSScholars
Mace’s Lane Middle School families and community members are invited to participate in this fun opportunity!
📅 Date: January 9, 2026
📍 Location: 627 Race St, Cambridge MD
🕒 Time: 5-7 pm
🤳Call or Text 443-521-4828 for more information
👉 Register or RSVP here:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=Sk_LEoiYrkeRrxjNrjyiO8VlUomNfeVPn9QKH1PdkMNUODhENVhNWEY5WDIzQTFHNEUwU1FVU0g2MS4u
Middle schoolers + vision boards = goal setting in action 🎯
Please take a moment to read the newsletter, if you need support during the holiday season, please reach out for help!
Suicide Help or Hotline - 988
Crisis Text Line - 741741
Mobile Crisis Hotline - 888-407-8018
Congratulations to all the winners of the AVID Writing Contest right here at Maces Lane Middle school!
1st place - Journee Chester from Ms. Kolakowski's class
Runners' up :
Haleem Allen from Ms. Falduto's class
Alexa Sawyer from Ms. Payton's class
We’re excited to invite all our wonderful grandparents to join us for a special morning filled with delicious breakfast, warm smiles, and unforgettable memories!
📅 Date: December 11th
⏰ Time: 8:00am to 8:30am
📍 Location: Mace’s Lane Cafeteria
Please RSVP using this link - https://bit.ly/MLMSGrandparentsDay7
We’re excited to invite all our wonderful grandparents to join us for a special morning filled with delicious breakfast, warm smiles, and unforgettable memories!
📅 Date: December 11th
⏰ Time: 8:00am to 8:30am
📍 Location: Mace’s Lane Cafeteria
Please RSVP using this link - https://bit.ly/MLMSGrandparentsDay7
We’re excited to invite all our wonderful grandparents to join us for a special morning filled with delicious breakfast, warm smiles, and unforgettable memories!
📅 Date: December 11th
⏰ Time: 8:00am to 8:30am
📍 Location: Mace’s Lane Cafeteria
Please RSVP using this link - https://bit.ly/MLMSGrandparentsDay7
Good Morning! Due to unpredictable weather patterns forecasted for today, Dorchester County Public Schools will be closed on Friday, December 5, 2025 for students and central office staff. Everyone, be safe!
