🌟 MCAP Spring Testing Information – North Dorchester Middle School 🌟
It’s almost time for our students to show what they know on the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP)!
📘 ELA Testing:
🗓️ April 8–13
🧩 4 sections
⏱️ 70 minutes per section
📗 Math Testing:
🗓️ April 20–23
🧩 4 sections
⏱️ 40 minutes per section
🎯 Our Goal:
All students aim to earn a Level 3 (Proficient) or Level 4 (Distinguished).
📵 Important Reminder:
Personal electronics may not be accessed during testing.
📊 Why MCAP Matters:
✅ Scheduling students
✅ Designing interventions
✅ MD Report Card ratings
Thank you for supporting our students as they prepare to do their best! 🦉💪📚
We are excited that the Summer Career Enrichment Program is returning to Dorchester County.
Registration will NOT open until April 1st. 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! Registration opens April 1st.
Students will explore:
· Animation
· App Development/Gaming
· Chess
· Cybersecurity
· Drones
· Media Arts/Video Design
· Presentation Design
· Robotics
Location: North Dorchester High School
Transportation Available from Sandy Hill, Maces Lane, CSD, Vienna, Warwick & Hurlock Elementary.
Breakfast & Lunch Provided
Two Sessions Available:
Session 1: July 6-July 16, 2026 (Mon-Thurs, 9 -1 PM)
Session 2: July 20-July 30, 2026 (Mon-Thurs, 9 -1 PM)
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to explore future careers in a fun and engaging environment! Visit http://scep.pfccoalition.org/ for registration details!
Registration will NOT open until April 1st. 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! Registration opens April 1st.
Students will explore:
· Animation
· App Development/Gaming
· Chess
· Cybersecurity
· Drones
· Media Arts/Video Design
· Presentation Design
· Robotics
Location: North Dorchester High School
Transportation Available from Sandy Hill, Maces Lane, CSD, Vienna, Warwick & Hurlock Elementary.
Breakfast & Lunch Provided
Two Sessions Available:
Session 1: July 6-July 16, 2026 (Mon-Thurs, 9 -1 PM)
Session 2: July 20-July 30, 2026 (Mon-Thurs, 9 -1 PM)
Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to explore future careers in a fun and engaging environment! Visit http://scep.pfccoalition.org/ for registration details!
Our final group of 7th graders had an amazing time at Pickering Creek yesterday! 🌿 They enjoyed a day full of learning, exploration, and hands-on experiences in the outdoors.
We are so grateful for the opportunity to partner with such incredible community organizations who help bring these experiences to life for our students. Thank you for supporting and enriching their learning beyond the classroom!
We are so grateful for the opportunity to partner with such incredible community organizations who help bring these experiences to life for our students. Thank you for supporting and enriching their learning beyond the classroom!
The NDMS Chorus recently traveled to Wicomico County to perform for adjudicators in both prepared music and a sight-reading challenge! 🎶
Students received immediate feedback, critiques, and scores—an incredible learning experience that pushed them to grow as musicians.
We are proud of their accomplishment of earning an Overall Rating of II – Excellent, and especially proud of their I – Superior rating for their prepared music on stage! 👏
Kudos to Ms. Griffin, Music Teacher and Chorus Director, for her leadership and dedication in building such a strong program and guiding a truly SUPERIOR group!
It's clear that our music program is healthy and STRONG during #MusicInOurSchoolsMonth!
#OwlsRAP #NDMSPride
Here's this week's NDMS Newsletter! Also, please wear your house colors tomorrow (Monday 3/23)! https://app.smore.com/n/c9hx1
📸 Spring Picture Make‑Up Day is coming!
Make‑up photos will be taken on Tuesday, March 31st!
Picture forms are being sent home today, so be sure to check backpacks. 💼✨
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the main office.
Make‑up photos will be taken on Tuesday, March 31st!
Picture forms are being sent home today, so be sure to check backpacks. 💼✨
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the main office.
Good afternoon! Just a friendly calendar reminder that students will report to school on a two-hour delay on Monday, March 23, 2026. Teachers will be participating in Professional Development during this time. Thank you!
🎉 Congratulations to Emma Hayward! 🎉
Please join us in celebrating Emma, an 8th grade student, for earning Runner-Up in the district-wide AVID Literacy Contest! This is an incredible accomplishment, and we are so proud of her hard work, creativity, and dedication to literacy. 📚✨
A special shoutout to Ms. Cohoon, our amazing RELA team, and all of our staff for fostering a love of reading and writing every single day. Your commitment makes moments like this possible! 💛🖊️
Way to go, Emma — keep shining! 🌟
#NDMSProud #AVID #LiteracyLeaders #HawkExcellence
Please join us in celebrating Emma, an 8th grade student, for earning Runner-Up in the district-wide AVID Literacy Contest! This is an incredible accomplishment, and we are so proud of her hard work, creativity, and dedication to literacy. 📚✨
A special shoutout to Ms. Cohoon, our amazing RELA team, and all of our staff for fostering a love of reading and writing every single day. Your commitment makes moments like this possible! 💛🖊️
Way to go, Emma — keep shining! 🌟
#NDMSProud #AVID #LiteracyLeaders #HawkExcellence
🎉 CONGRATULATIONS, NDMS SYMPHONIC BAND! 🎉
Our NDMS Symphonic Band earned SUPERIOR (I) Ratings from every judge AND in sight reading at the Maryland District V ESBDA Jr. Band Festival today! 🤩🎶
This is an incredible accomplishment, essentially a "perfect score" — the music equivalent of scoring a “4” on the MCAPs! We are so proud of the hard work, discipline, and musical excellence our students continue to demonstrate.
Huge congratulations to our amazing musicians and to Mr. Bragg for his outstanding leadership.
A heartfelt thank‑you to all of our parents, staff, volunteers, and chaperones who support and advocate for music in our schools. Your commitment makes days like this possible.
And a special shoutout to our 7th grade counselor, Mr. Nibblett, for providing truck and trailer support to transport our instruments to and from Stephen Decatur. We appreciate you! 🙌
Our NDMS Symphonic Band earned SUPERIOR (I) Ratings from every judge AND in sight reading at the Maryland District V ESBDA Jr. Band Festival today! 🤩🎶
This is an incredible accomplishment, essentially a "perfect score" — the music equivalent of scoring a “4” on the MCAPs! We are so proud of the hard work, discipline, and musical excellence our students continue to demonstrate.
Huge congratulations to our amazing musicians and to Mr. Bragg for his outstanding leadership.
A heartfelt thank‑you to all of our parents, staff, volunteers, and chaperones who support and advocate for music in our schools. Your commitment makes days like this possible.
And a special shoutout to our 7th grade counselor, Mr. Nibblett, for providing truck and trailer support to transport our instruments to and from Stephen Decatur. We appreciate you! 🙌
🎶 A huge thank you to Mr. Dennis Senkbeil, Director of Bands & Marching Band at Salisbury University! 🎶
Our NDMS Symphonic Band had an incredible experience today working with Mr. Senkbeil, who shared valuable feedback, musical insight, and encouragement as our students prepare for Thursday’s Eastern Shore Junior Band Festival at Stephen Decatur Middle School.
It was a true treat having you with us—our young musicians grew because of your time, expertise, and passion for music education. 🎺🥁🎼
A big shout-out to Mr. Bragg for organizing this wonderful opportunity and making today’s visit possible! 👏
And a sincere thank-you to Mr. Pages, who extended the invitation after previously working with Mr. Senkbeil as a teaching colleague—and more recently collaborating through Salisbury University football events.
NDMS is sounding stronger every day! 💛🦅💙
Our NDMS Symphonic Band had an incredible experience today working with Mr. Senkbeil, who shared valuable feedback, musical insight, and encouragement as our students prepare for Thursday’s Eastern Shore Junior Band Festival at Stephen Decatur Middle School.
It was a true treat having you with us—our young musicians grew because of your time, expertise, and passion for music education. 🎺🥁🎼
A big shout-out to Mr. Bragg for organizing this wonderful opportunity and making today’s visit possible! 👏
And a sincere thank-you to Mr. Pages, who extended the invitation after previously working with Mr. Senkbeil as a teaching colleague—and more recently collaborating through Salisbury University football events.
NDMS is sounding stronger every day! 💛🦅💙
Due to the forecasted weather conditions for this afternoon, DCPS students will be dismissed on a half-day schedule today, March 16, 2026. Staff may leave 2 hours early. Thank you and be safe!
Due to the potential of wintry mix in the late afternoon and early evening hours, all after school activities are canceled today, Thursday, March 12th.
Thank you for your understanding, and stay safe!
Thank you for your understanding, and stay safe!
Congratulations to all of our Principals List, Honor Roll, and Perfect Attendance students from Quarter 2!
Afterschool tutoring for NDMS is cancelled today, March 4, 2026. We look forward to seeing our tutoring scholars next Wednesday!
📣 Attention NDMS Families!
Our Rising 9th Grade Information Night is coming up, and we can’t wait to help our Future Eagles get ready for high school! 🦅
Join us on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the North Dorchester High School Auditorium for an informative evening about the transition to NDHS.
Families will learn about:
⭐ Course selection & graduation requirements
⭐ Academic programs & electives
⭐ Sports, clubs, and activities
⭐ School expectations & supports
⭐ Tips for a smooth transition to high school
This event is designed for current 8th graders (Class of 2030) and their parents/guardians.
Come meet the NDHS team, ask questions, and get everything you need to prepare for next school year.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Our Rising 9th Grade Information Night is coming up, and we can’t wait to help our Future Eagles get ready for high school! 🦅
Join us on Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM in the North Dorchester High School Auditorium for an informative evening about the transition to NDHS.
Families will learn about:
⭐ Course selection & graduation requirements
⭐ Academic programs & electives
⭐ Sports, clubs, and activities
⭐ School expectations & supports
⭐ Tips for a smooth transition to high school
This event is designed for current 8th graders (Class of 2030) and their parents/guardians.
Come meet the NDHS team, ask questions, and get everything you need to prepare for next school year.
We look forward to seeing you there!
🎨 Celebrating Our NDMS Artists! 🎨
We’re excited to share that several NDMS students will have their artwork featured in the Dorchester Center for the Arts’ Young People’s Art Show! The artist reception will be held on March 14th from 5–7 PM, where student work will be judged for awards and recognized with participation certificates.
Art is all around us — from the mugs we use, to the street signs we read, to the buildings we work in. Creativity shapes our world, and our students are already stepping into the roles of future architects, designers, advertisers, fashion creators, and problem-solvers. We are incredibly proud of their talent and hard work!
🌟 Representing NDMS:
6th Grade:
• Deirre Holliday
7th Grade:
• Sophia Nance
• Emilee Harrison
• Kyle Roache
8th Grade:
• Ellie Nelson
• Jimena Verduzco Nieblas
• Hailey Ringgold
• Mya Rodriguez
• Ngunianghem Zathang
• Lucas Presley
• Codi Ruark
Please join us in celebrating these amazing young artists and supporting them at the reception! More updates to come if any awards are announced! 🎉
We’re excited to share that several NDMS students will have their artwork featured in the Dorchester Center for the Arts’ Young People’s Art Show! The artist reception will be held on March 14th from 5–7 PM, where student work will be judged for awards and recognized with participation certificates.
Art is all around us — from the mugs we use, to the street signs we read, to the buildings we work in. Creativity shapes our world, and our students are already stepping into the roles of future architects, designers, advertisers, fashion creators, and problem-solvers. We are incredibly proud of their talent and hard work!
🌟 Representing NDMS:
6th Grade:
• Deirre Holliday
7th Grade:
• Sophia Nance
• Emilee Harrison
• Kyle Roache
8th Grade:
• Ellie Nelson
• Jimena Verduzco Nieblas
• Hailey Ringgold
• Mya Rodriguez
• Ngunianghem Zathang
• Lucas Presley
• Codi Ruark
Please join us in celebrating these amazing young artists and supporting them at the reception! More updates to come if any awards are announced! 🎉
📣 Attention Warwick, Vienna, Hurlock, and NDMS Families!
You're invited to a FREE family event:
🎉 “Why Don’t My Kids Listen to Me?!”
📅 Wednesday, April 15
🕔 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Warwick Elementary School (155 Main Street, Secretary, MD)
Come out for an evening of practical parenting tools you can start using right away! Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🍕 Free pizza
🎟️ Raffles
🧒 Free childcare
👉 RSVP is required: tinyurl.com/PEP-Warwick
Have questions?
📧 Tenisha Tillery – tenishia.tillery@pepparent.org
📧 Stephen Scott – scotts@dcpsmd.org
We hope to see you there! 💙
You're invited to a FREE family event:
🎉 “Why Don’t My Kids Listen to Me?!”
📅 Wednesday, April 15
🕔 5:00–6:30 PM
📍 Warwick Elementary School (155 Main Street, Secretary, MD)
Come out for an evening of practical parenting tools you can start using right away! Bring the whole family and enjoy:
🍕 Free pizza
🎟️ Raffles
🧒 Free childcare
👉 RSVP is required: tinyurl.com/PEP-Warwick
Have questions?
📧 Tenisha Tillery – tenishia.tillery@pepparent.org
📧 Stephen Scott – scotts@dcpsmd.org
We hope to see you there! 💙
We hope you enjoyed the beautiful weather this weekend! Here's this week's NDMS newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/rmv1pc
💙 We love growing our own!
NDHS alumnus Gracie Hoffman, Class of 2026, is subbing today at her alma mater—NDMS!
We’re so proud of her and love seeing our graduates give back. 👏✨
