Something is in the A I R at Vienna Elementary School once again!!! Welcome to Amistad, Isibindi, and Rêveur, new members in grades 1 - 5!
Sorting Day took place on September 4, 2025, for new students at Vienna Elementary. The staff was excited to welcome our newest Terrapins to their "HOUSE" #withJOY!
Our three "HOUSES" are:
1. The House of Amistad (Red) - The House of Friendship, known for kindness and loyalty.
2. The House of Isibindi (Green) - The House of Courage, known for bravery and strength.
3. The House of Rêveur (Blue) - The House of Dreamers, known for creativity and imagination.
New Student Sorting Day was a day filled #withJOY and excitement for everyone!
Sorting Day took place on September 4, 2025, for new students at Vienna Elementary. The staff was excited to welcome our newest Terrapins to their "HOUSE" #withJOY!
Our three "HOUSES" are:
1. The House of Amistad (Red) - The House of Friendship, known for kindness and loyalty.
2. The House of Isibindi (Green) - The House of Courage, known for bravery and strength.
3. The House of Rêveur (Blue) - The House of Dreamers, known for creativity and imagination.
New Student Sorting Day was a day filled #withJOY and excitement for everyone!
Tomorrow, Friday, September 5th, 2025, we encourage everyone to wear their "HOUSE" t-shirt. If you don't have a "HOUSE" t-shirt or if it no longer fits, please wear your uniform instead.
Additionally, we are collecting data about sizes on Amistad, Isibindi, and Rêveur for a new “HOUSE” t-shirt order. This information will help us utilize our financial resources appropriately. We appreciate your understanding.
To ensure a successful year for our students at Vienna Elementary School, we are incredibly thankful for the generous support provided by the members of Wesley United Methodist Church in Hurlock, Zoar United Methodist Church in Rhodesdale, Christ United Methodist Church in Cambridge, and Waters United Methodist Church in Vienna. Their collective effort to donate numerous boxes of school supplies demonstrates a genuine commitment to our children's education.
Ms. Cynthia Sturgis from Zoar United Methodist Church and Mr. Keith Tillery from Wesley United Methodist Church personally delivered these valuable supplies. Our guidance counselor, Mrs. Michelle Frost, and our reading and math coach, Mr. Shane Abbott, were on hand to receive the supplies and distribute them to the classrooms.
We sincerely appreciate the outstanding contributions from these churches and their pastor, Ms. Michelle Nichols, as their generosity has a significant impact on the lives of our students and helps pave the way for their success. Thank you for investing in our future!
It is wonderful to hear the voices of students at Vienna Elementary School again! On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, we had a fantastic day welcoming back our students in grades 1 through 5.
Seeing familiar faces alongside new ones brought such warmth to our hearts, with smiles and hugs exchanged between staff and students. We truly understand how special these moments are, and it is amazing to see how much the students have grown over the summer.
We are genuinely grateful to have each student as part of our Vienna Elementary Family. Together, we are going to make this school year unforgettable!
We are excited to welcome parents and their PreK3, PreK4, and Kindergarten students to Vienna Elementary School on September 2 and 3, 2025.
Please mark your calendars: Thursday, September 4, 2025, will be the first official day of school for PreK3, PreK4, and Kindergarten.
**Please note that the earliest drop-off time is 8:30 a.m. Students arriving after 8:45 a.m. are considered tardy. Dismissal for all students is at 3:45 p.m.**
We are looking forward to a fantastic school year ahead!
The staff at Vienna Elementary School is excited to welcome students back for an engaging first day of school for grades 1-5 on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
**Please note that our earliest drop-off time is 8:30 a.m. Students arriving after 8:45 a.m. are considered tardy. Dismissal for all students is at 3:45 p.m. **
We look forward to starting a fantastic school year filled with learning and fun!
We are excited to extend an invitation to our Open House at Vienna Elementary School on Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM!
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to meet our dedicated staff, tour the school, and discover the exceptional programs we offer at Dorchester County Public Elementary Schools. Your child's educational journey starts here, and we can't wait to share it with you!
**Don't forget! Vienna Elementary School yearbooks are available for pick-up!** Parents can conveniently collect yearbooks during the Open House on August 28, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Additionally, the fantastic Vienna Parent Association will be treating all Vienna Elementary School students, families, and staff to delicious Kona Ice during the Open House. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon and create lasting memories!
Join us for Eastern Shore Wellness Solution’s 10th Annual Back to School Health and Readiness Event! We will provide school supplies and other essentials, including haircuts and styling, to help students and their families prepare for the upcoming school year.
**Date:** Monday, August 25th, 2025
**Time:** 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
**Location:** Cambridge South Dorchester High School, 2475 Cambridge Beltway, Cambridge, Maryland 21613
This event is open to all Dorchester County Public School students and their families. Parents, please attend with your children.
Please confirm your attendance by following the link below: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/S8EYzFUZ6C
For more information, contact Eastern Shore Wellness at 410-221-0795.
Dorchester County Public Schools will provide transportation. Don't miss out on this opportunity to prepare for a successful school year!
**Date:** Monday, August 25th, 2025
**Time:** 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
**Location:** Cambridge South Dorchester High School, 2475 Cambridge Beltway, Cambridge, Maryland 21613
This event is open to all Dorchester County Public School students and their families. Parents, please attend with your children.
Please confirm your attendance by following the link below: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/S8EYzFUZ6C
For more information, contact Eastern Shore Wellness at 410-221-0795.
Dorchester County Public Schools will provide transportation. Don't miss out on this opportunity to prepare for a successful school year!
We are thrilled to invite you to our upcoming Open House at Vienna Elementary School on Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM!
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to meet our dedicated staff, tour the school, and discover the exceptional programs we offer at Dorchester County Public Elementary Schools. Your child's educational journey starts here, and we can't wait to share it with you!
Also, **Vienna Elementary School Yearbooks are ready for pick-up!** Parents can collect yearbooks during Open House on Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to meet our dedicated staff, tour the school, and discover the exceptional programs we offer at Dorchester County Public Elementary Schools. Your child's educational journey starts here, and we can't wait to share it with you!
Also, **Vienna Elementary School Yearbooks are ready for pick-up!** Parents can collect yearbooks during Open House on Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM.
On Friday, May 23, 2025, fifth-grade students from Vienna Elementary School visited the Dorchester County YMCA in Cambridge to participate in the YMCA's "Splash" Water Safety Program.
After their visit, the students received swim caps and enjoyed some fun time with our Principal, Mrs. Susie Price. Thank you, Mrs. Price, for being such a good sport for the camera!
We want to express our gratitude to Ms. Todd, one of our fifth-grade teachers, and Mr. Abbott, our math and reading coach, for accompanying the students to the Dorchester County YMCA. We also appreciate the YMCA for hosting us.
For more information about the Dorchester County YMCA, located at 201 Talbot Ave, Cambridge, MD, please call (410) 221-0505.
Mr. Vaughn Evans, the Principal of North Dorchester Middle School, visited our students at Vienna Elementary School to discuss the “dos and don'ts” of middle school. He covered important topics such as cell phone use, appropriate school attire, and the use of lockers. Using his sense of humor and background knowledge about the age group, he reinforced the importance of listening, thinking, and making appropriate choices in this new stage in their lives!
With over 30 years of experience in education, Mr. Evans shared how much he was looking forward to working with his newest group of students when they enter grade 6. We want to express our gratitude to Mr. Evans for taking the time to address the students' concerns about the upcoming changes, easing their transition into this new chapter of their educational journey.
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.
Hello, Vienna Elementary School Families!
As we eagerly anticipate the start of the 2025 – 26 school year, we would like to remind families that all Dorchester County Public Schools require clear backpacks and clear water bottles.
At Vienna, we have a limited supply of clear backpacks that we will offer at no cost to students on a first come first serve basis beginning at our Open House on Thursday, August 28th, at 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Unfortunately, we have no clear water bottles to offer.
Thank you for your understanding. We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to seeing everyone very soon!
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.
Dear Vienna Elementary School Families,
We hope you're all doing well and enjoying your summer break! We're excited to share some important information with you, including the school supply lists for grades PreK3 through 5 and details about our Vienna school uniforms.
Here are a few key dates to keep in mind:
- **Open House for Dorchester County Public Elementary Schools**: Join us at Vienna Elementary School on Thursday, August 28, 2025, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
- **First Day of School for Grades 1 - 5**: Mark your calendars for Tuesday, September 2, 2025. We look forward to welcoming our students back!
- **PreK3, PreK4, and Kindergarten Student and Parent Orientation Sessions**: We invite you to attend one of the following sessions to help you and your child prepare for the exciting school year ahead:
- Tuesday, September 2, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m.
- Wednesday, September 3, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
And remember, the **first day of school for our PreK3, PreK4, and Kindergarten students** will be on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
Thank you for being part of our wonderful VES community! We can't wait to see everyone and make this school year a fantastic one!
On Tuesday, May 27, 2025, our 5th grade students had a fantastic time kayaking at Blackwater Adventures, located at 2524 Wallace Drive, Cambridge, MD! They also had the opportunity to explore the Harriet Tubman Museum at the beautiful Blackwater Wildlife Refuge.
A big shoutout to our instructional coach, Mr. Shane Abbott, for assisting our grade 5 teachers, Mr. Robert Sorrells and Ms. Jeanell Todd, in organizing this memorable trip, and to all the amazing chaperones who joined us for the day!
We would also like to extend a special thank you to Blackwater Adventures and the Harriet Tubman Museum for being such wonderful hosts. To learn more about these exciting trips in Dorchester County, go to https://blackwateradventuresmd.com or https://www.nps.gov/hatu/index.htm for more information.
On Thursday, May 22, 2025, our 3rd grade students had the incredible opportunity to visit the Dorchester County Historical Society Heritage Museum, located at 1003 Greenway Drive in Cambridge, Maryland. The knowledgeable staff at the museum shared fascinating insights about a variety of historical figures from Dorchester County, including the courageous Harriet Tubman and legendary Annie Oakley.
During this enriching visit, students not only explored the historic Meredith House, built in 1760, but also wandered through its beautiful grounds and surrounding buildings. The museum's engaging exhibits delve into local history, showcasing topics such as folklore traditions, ancestry, farming life, and an impressive 18th-century strong house. Visitors can also immerse themselves in a blacksmith shop, an herbal garden, and informative displays on Native American heritage, among many other captivating features.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our dedicated 3rd grade teachers, Mrs. Katie Cole and Ms. Shanise Perry, for organizing this remarkable field trip, and to the Dorchester County Historical Society Museum for graciously hosting us. Don't miss out on the chance to experience this enriching adventure for yourself – visit http://www.dorchesterhistory.com today!
We had a fantastic time at Vienna Elementary School's PreK Transition Night on Tuesday, May 20, 2025! It was great to welcome all the new and returning students who will be joining us in PreK3, PreK4, and Kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year.
Our students had a great time riding the bus, exploring the school, visiting classrooms, and enjoying a delicious pizza dinner.
Huge thanks to all the staff, students, and parents who attended this special night!
Which of the Dorchester County Public Schools will come out on top for Summer Reading Sign-Ups?! It's a race to the end of summer! Stop by and get signed up to represent your school. So far, Warwick Elementary School and Sandy Hill Elementary School are in the lead! Hurlock Elementary School and Mace's Lane Middle, we see you sneaking up in the rankings! #colorourworld #summerreading2025 #hurlocklibrary #summerreading #cambridgemd #cambridgemaryland #dorchestercountymd #MDLibraries #dorchestercountypublicschools #beatthesummerslide #proudtobeasummerreader
We hope you are enjoying reading the book, "The 7 Habits of Happy Kids" by Sean Covey, with your children! Thanks to our successful Family Night workshop, "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families," held on March 11, 2025, the company sent us a copy of the book free of charge to all Vienna students. Franklin Covey, in partnership with Mrs. Connar Winn, our School Social Worker and Community School Liaison, is dedicated to offering impactful programs for families. Their mission to cultivate leaders of all ages is essential in building a brighter future, from our classrooms to the boardroom. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to both Franklin Covey and our very own Mrs. Winn for working as partners for our students!
