Dive into Kindergarten Readiness with The Sandy Hill Judy Center Early Learning Hub! This is an ocean themed series of Kindergarten Readiness workshops designed for students who will be entering Kindergarten at Sandy Hill for 26-27. More details are on the flyer below. If your child attends at least 4 of the 6 workshops, your child will receive 5 sets of uniforms and be eligible for a mystery field trip in August!

There MUST BE a parent or guardian present with your student for each session. Drop-off will not be allowed! Register using the link below: https://forms.gle/UyBoFzdUQwexMeZx7

Take home dinner will be provided after each session.

Dates:

Every Tuesday and Wednesday for 3 weeks in July, Total of 6 workshops

Tue July 7th & Wed July 8th

Tue July 14th & Wed July 15th

Tue July 21st & Wed July 22nd

Time:

2:00-3:30 PM
3 days ago, Sandy Hill Elementary School
k summer readiness flyer
🐝 Please join us in welcoming Dr. Shelton Handy and Mrs. Nicole Parker to the Hive as our new Assistant Principals! 🐝

We are thrilled to have Dr. Handy and Mrs. Parker join the Sandy Hill Elementary family. Their leadership, passion for students, and commitment to excellence will be a tremendous asset to our school community.

We can't wait to see all of the amazing things we will accomplish together this school year. Welcome to the Hive—we're so excited you're here!

💛🖤 🖤💛
8 days ago, Sandy Hill Elementary School
Dr. Handy Intro- I am honored to serve as the new AP at SHES. aS A DOCTOR IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP, I BRING 12 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE AS A MATH TEACHER, DEA, AP, AND INTERIM PRINCIPAL. throughout my career, i have been passionate about stduent centered instruction, supporting teachers in their craft and building strong partnerships with families to help every child succeed.
Nicole Parkers Intro to the Hive- I am honored to serve as the new AP at SHES. I have a Masters in Ed Leadership. 1Teacher and Now Assistant Principal. I believe strong relationships, high expectations and student-centered approach create the foundation for meaningful growth.
Good Morning Sandy Hill Families,
Please fill out our Parent Teacher Association Interest form by using the link here! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfF6-jRHrWWaZFiwPjz73G8LWo2KVdTmFCz64B7Pd3p8lDjVg/viewform?usp=publish-editor

Please fill out the survey by next Wednesday, July 1, 2026.
16 days ago, Sandy Hill Elementary School
pta flyer to gauge parent interest
Watching our 5th grade Bees 🐝 cross the stage earlier this week was bittersweet. We will miss this amazing class!
27 days ago, Sandy Hill Elementary School
2026 graduation decor
5th grade graduate and family
5th grade graduate and family
5th grade graduate and family
5th grade graduate and family
2 fifth grade graduates
5th grade graduate and family
5th grade graduate and family
5th grade graduate and family
5th grade graduate and family

We’re Moving Up… to Kindergarten! 🐝 Pre K 4 students had their promotion ceremony this Monday. Check them out!

29 days ago, Sandy Hill Elementary School
Students singing at promotion ceremony
Parents watching student perform
Teachers directing student oerformanxe
Student posing with award
Students eating with parents
Parents and students eating at the table
We’re Moving Up… to Kindergarten! 🐝 Pre K 4 students had their promotion ceremony this Monday. Check them out!
29 days ago, Sandy Hill Elementary School
Students singing moving up to kindergarten
Parents watching their students perform
Teachers directing students
Student holding award
Eating at table
Parents and students eating
Student and parent Eating at graduation
Parent eating with student
Students eating after promotion ceremony

‼️Attention: Out of District PreK4 Enrollment is NOW OPEN!‼️

🗓️Deadline to apply: July 20, 2026
⚠️ Please note: No Out of District PreK3 requests will be considered

Apply now at https://form.jotform.com/261113508954153

#BelieveInUs

2 months ago, DCPS
Out of District  PreK4 Enrollment Now Open

We are pleased to announce the successful completion of the third and final round of community engagement sessions focused on identifying priorities to guide future school construction projects across the district.

These sessions brought together a diverse group of community members who collaborated with professional planners to develop a comprehensive evaluation rubric. This rubric reflects the values and priorities most important to our community and has been used to assess the condition and needs of each school facility.

The evaluation identified Warwick Elementary School as having the highest level of need. However, the assessment also highlights that all DCPS elementary schools face significant facility challenges that require attention. With this valuable information, DCPS now begins the critical process of determining which school construction project will be submitted first to the state for consideration and funding.

We encourage continued community involvement as we move forward. The full report is available on our district website, dcps.k12.md.us, and community members are invited to share their feedback. Additionally, public input can be provided in person at the DCPS Board of Education meeting on May 21, 2026.

In accordance with state requirements, the DCPS Board of Education will vote on June 18, 2026, to select the school construction project to advance in its formal request to the state. Electronic public feedback will be accepted leading up to this vote. Scan the QR code below or go to bit.ly/4cNettq to share your input on any additional factors you believe the DCPS Board of Education should consider when deciding which elementary school to recommend for replacement first.

We extend our sincerest gratitude to all community members who have participated in this process, contributing their time, insights, and collaboration to help shape the future of our schools.

#BelieveInUs

2 months ago, DCPS
Prioritization Feedback

🐎 Registration Round-Up is HERE!

Enrollment for PreK-3, PreK-4, & Kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year is NOW OPEN!

🔹 PreK-3: Must be 3 by Sept 1st | Limited spots at Sandy Hill, Maple, Vienna & Hurlock | Proof of income required
🔹 PreK-4: Must be 4 by Sept 1st | Proof of income required
🔹 Kindergarten: Must be 5 by Sept 1st | Attendance is mandatory by Maryland law

📋 All enrollments require:
• Proof of age
• Proof of residency
• Proof of relationship
• Up-to-date immunizations

⏳ PreK spots are limited — don’t wait!
🔗 Find registration information and links at dcps.k12.md.us/article/2828445

#BelieveInUs

2 months ago, DCPS
26-27 PreK and K registration is open
26-27 PreK and K registration is open
The Book Fair Shopping schedule is as follows:


Monday, May 4th B-Day

Overton and ½ Spicer 5th Grade 8:50-9:50

McLaughlin 2nd Grade 9:55-10:55

Harding/Liles PreK Grade 12:30-1:30

Copper 1st Grade 1:32-2:32


Tuesday, May 5th C-Day

Mills 4th Grade 8:50-9:50

Stafy 2nd Grade 9:55-10:55

Marshall PreK Grade 12:30-1:30

Beletsky 3rd Grade 2:35-3:35


Wednesday, May 6th D-Day

Murray 4th Grade 8:50-9:50

Bleyer 2nd Grade 9:55-10:55

Lindsay K Grade 12:30-1:30

Allen 3rd Grade 2:35-3:30


Thursday, May 7th E-Day

McDonald 4th Grade 8:50-9:50

Phillippe and Jacobson K Grade 12:30-1:30

Bloodsworth 1st Grade 1:32-2:32

Sewell 3rd Grade 2:35-3:30


Friday, May 8th A-Day

Wright and 1/2 Spicer 5th Grade 8:50-9:50

Harris K Gr 12:30-1:30

Peterson 1st Grade 1:32-2:32
2 months ago, Sandy Hill Elementary School
BOOK FAIR IS NEXT WEEK!

🐎 Registration Round-Up is almost here!

Enrollment for PreK-3, PreK-4, & Kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year opens April 30th! The registration link will be forthcoming.

🔹 PreK-3: Must be 3 by Sept 1st | Limited spots at Sandy Hill, Maple, Vienna & Hurlock | Proof of income required
🔹 PreK-4: Must be 4 by Sept 1st | Proof of income required
🔹 Kindergarten: Must be 5 by Sept 1st | Attendance is mandatory by Maryland law

📋 All enrollments require:
• Proof of age
• Proof of residency
• Proof of relationship
• Up-to-date immunizations

⏳ PreK spots are limited — don’t wait! Get your documents ready and register beginning April 30th!

#BelieveInUs

3 months ago, DCPS
26-27 PreK and Kindergarten enrollment opens April 30th
26-27 PreK and Kindergarten enrollment opens April 30th
‼️Reminder ‼️

As students across DCPS begin participating in the the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) and/or Advanced Placement exams this Spring, please help us support our students navigate testing season by:

📅 Helping students get to school on testing days, check out our Spring MCAP/AP Calendar here: https://bit.ly/4sdQCZU

💻 Support students in accessing practice test materials before testing here: https://support.mdassessments.com/practice-tests/

🚫 Please remember personal electronic devices are not permitted in the testing environment. This includes any device that can receive or send a message, take or send pictures, etc. including cell phones, airpods, meta glasses or cameras.

#BelieveInUs
3 months ago, DCPS
MCAP Reminders
Due to fog in the area, DCPS will operate on a 2 -hour delay today, Friday, April 10, 2026. Please be safe!
3 months ago, DCPS
fog delay graphic
Elementary School Modernization Prioritization Study

🗓️March 31, 2026
⏰5:30-6:30 PM
📍North Dorchester High School Media Center

Learn about the future modernization process for the following elementary schools in Dorchester County.

Hurlock
Maple
Sandy Hill
Vienna
Warwick

Topics to Cover:
Present the revised methodology to prioritize five schools for modernization
Answer clarifying questions
4 months ago, DCPS
Elementary School Modernization Prioritization Study graphic

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!

4 months ago, DCPS
scheduled two hour delay graphic

📌REMINDER
🗓️TONIGHT - March 18, 2026
⏰5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
📍DCTC

🏫Elementary School Modernization Prioritization Study

Learn about the future modernization process for the following elementary schools in Dorchester County:
Hurlock
Maple
Sandy Hill
Vienna
Warwick

Topics to Cover:

Recently approved educational specification and feasibility study
Methodology for prioritizing schools
Community engagement process and next steps

All meetings will be livestreamed and recorded. Use https://townhallstreams.com/towns/dorchesterboe to access the live stream and recordings.

4 months ago, DCPS
Modernization Prioritization study meeting graphic
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!
4 months ago, DCPS
half day weather closure graphic
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!
4 months ago, DCPS
Good Evening!

Due to the current weather conditions, DCPS will operate on a virtual learning day tomorrow, Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Students should follow their school's schedule as they did today. THERE WILL NOT BE A 2-HOUR LATE ARRIVAL AS PREVIOUSLY PLANNED. Other staff are required to telework. If that is not possible, contact your supervisor. Please stay safe!
5 months ago, DCPS
virtual learning day graphic

Good evening!
Due to the predicted weather conditions DCPS will operate on a virtual learning day tomorrow, Monday, February 23, 2026. Students should follow their school’s schedule. Other staff are required to telework. If that is not possible, contact your supervisor.
Please stay safe!

5 months ago, DCPS
virtual learning day graphic