📣 Save the Dates — MidShore Meals til Monday at Mace's Lane Middle School!
📍 Location:
Mace's Lane Middle School, 1101 Mace’s Lane, Cambridge, MD 21613
Upcoming Food Giveaway Dates:
May (3–5 PM)
• May 21, 2026
• May 28, 2026
June (12–2 PM)
• June 18, 2026
• June 25, 2026
Be sure to mark your calendars! 💚
📍 Location:
Mace's Lane Middle School, 1101 Mace’s Lane, Cambridge, MD 21613
Upcoming Food Giveaway Dates:
May (3–5 PM)
• May 21, 2026
• May 28, 2026
June (12–2 PM)
• June 18, 2026
• June 25, 2026
Be sure to mark your calendars! 💚
📚✏️ Grades 4 and 5 MCAP Math Testing ✏️📚
Dear Vienna Elementary 4th and 5th Grade Families,
Our students will be participating in the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP), and we’re excited to see them shine! 🌟
Testing Schedule:
Monday – Friday, May 18 - 22: MCAP Math Grades 4 and 5
🎯 Our goal is for all students to reach Proficient (Level 3) or Distinguished (Level 4)!
💡 These assessments help us support our students by guiding instruction, planning interventions, and strengthening our school community.
⏰ Important Reminder:
Testing begins promptly at 9:00 a.m. each day.
We ask for your support in helping your child:
✔️ Get a good night’s sleep
✔️ Arrive to school on time
✔️ Feel confident and encouraged to do their very best
Let’s cheer on our Vienna Terrapins as they show all they’ve learned! 💚🐢 #TerrapinPride
📘✨ Vienna Elementary Yearbooks Are On Sale NOW! ✨📘
Don’t miss the chance to capture all the wonderful memories from the 2025–2026 school year! 💙🐢
Orders will be accepted through June 10, 2026
💲 Full-color yearbooks are $20.00
🛒 Ways to Purchase:
• Cash
• Check payable to Vienna Elementary School
• Order online at
Inter-state.com/order
Use Order Code: 0275BG
📦 Yearbooks will be available for pick-up in August or sent home with students when the new school year begins. Families will be contacted when pick-up is ready.
Please return order forms and payment by June 10, 2026, if paying with cash or check.
Order yours today and celebrate a great year at Vienna Elementary School! 💙💛 #WithJOY
** HAPPY MAIL**
Something is in the A I R at Vienna Elementary School! We just wanted to take a moment to brag about our outstanding students! Each Happy Mail note is color-coded to represent their "HOUSE" color, and our students can earn points for their "HOUSE" by showing off some fantastic positive behaviors, such as:
-Being a good friend
-Showing great improvement
-Showing kindness
-Excellent behavior ALL day
-Uplifting others
-Working well with others
-Helping others
-Following instructions
-Moving up a level in reading
We are so proud of our Vienna Terrapins and all their accomplishments! Keep up the great work! #withJOY
Something is in the A I R at Vienna Elementary School! We just wanted to take a moment to brag about our outstanding students! Each Happy Mail note is color-coded to represent their "HOUSE" color, and our students can earn points for their "HOUSE" by showing off some fantastic positive behaviors, such as:
-Being a good friend
-Showing great improvement
-Showing kindness
-Excellent behavior ALL day
-Uplifting others
-Working well with others
-Helping others
-Following instructions
-Moving up a level in reading
We are so proud of our Vienna Terrapins and all their accomplishments! Keep up the great work! #withJOY
⚾📚 Reminder: Shorebirds “Hit the Books” Night is Almost Here! 📚⚾
Vienna Elementary families, don’t forget that our students who participated in the “Hit the Books” reading program have earned tickets to the Delmarva Shorebirds game this Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 7:05 p.m.
Students taking part in the special pregame parade should be ready to be on the field for the banner parade by 6:25 p.m. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., and the parade will take place before the game begins.
A few quick reminders for families:
• Your child’s earned ticket vouchers were sent home with instructions for redemption.
• Parking is $5 per vehicle.
• Additional tickets may be purchased at the regular general admission rate of $15 per person through the Delmarva Shorebirds official website.
We hope to see many of our Vienna Elementary readers enjoying a fun night at the ballpark—way to celebrate all that hard work and reading success! #withJOY 💙💛
Vienna Elementary families, don’t forget that our students who participated in the “Hit the Books” reading program have earned tickets to the Delmarva Shorebirds game this Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 7:05 p.m.
Students taking part in the special pregame parade should be ready to be on the field for the banner parade by 6:25 p.m. Gates open at 5:30 p.m., and the parade will take place before the game begins.
A few quick reminders for families:
• Your child’s earned ticket vouchers were sent home with instructions for redemption.
• Parking is $5 per vehicle.
• Additional tickets may be purchased at the regular general admission rate of $15 per person through the Delmarva Shorebirds official website.
We hope to see many of our Vienna Elementary readers enjoying a fun night at the ballpark—way to celebrate all that hard work and reading success! #withJOY 💙💛
💚 Vienna Terrapins showed their hearts on May 14 by celebrating Mental Health Awareness Day and proudly wearing green to raise awareness and support the importance of mental wellness! 💚
One of the sweetest moments of the day happened when Mrs. Price, our principal, took a special mindfulness moment with the birthday girl in Mrs. Diffenbach’s class. With a big birthday hug, she shared a simple but powerful reminder of what kindness, love, and connection can look like in our school family. 🎂💚
At Vienna Elementary, we know that small moments of care can make a big difference. From wearing green to sharing smiles, hugs, and encouragement, our Terrapins continue to show that supporting one another is what makes our school so special. #withJOY
🦅 Wednesday, May 13 was Camo & Courage Day at Vienna Elementary! 💚❤️🤍💙
Our students showed their spirit by wearing camo and red, white, and blue to honor military careers and recognize the brave men and women who serve our country. For some of our students, this day was extra special as they shared that serving in the military is something they hope to do when they grow up. What an inspiring way to think about future careers while honoring those who protect our freedoms!
🎉 A special birthday shoutout to two PreK3 students in Mrs. Friedel’s class, who got to celebrate their big day on Camo & Courage Day! Talk about a birthday mission accomplished — cake, camo, and courage all in one day sounds like a pretty awesome celebration! 🎂🪖❤️🤍💙 #withJOY
Tickets are on sale!
You can text or call Katie at 410-253-0189 or message the Vienna Parent Association page to purchase tickets.
The VPA appreciates everyone's support, and we are looking forward to a fun day of bingo with amazing prizes to support our school!
Details:
When: Sunday, May 17th. Doors open at 11, Games begin at 1.
Where: East New Market Fire Hall
Games: Bingo, Tricky Tray, Door Prizes, 50/50, Special Games, and Raffles!
Tickets are $30 each.
See you there!
You can text or call Katie at 410-253-0189 or message the Vienna Parent Association page to purchase tickets.
The VPA appreciates everyone's support, and we are looking forward to a fun day of bingo with amazing prizes to support our school!
Details:
When: Sunday, May 17th. Doors open at 11, Games begin at 1.
Where: East New Market Fire Hall
Games: Bingo, Tricky Tray, Door Prizes, 50/50, Special Games, and Raffles!
Tickets are $30 each.
See you there!
🎨🎶 Join us for a wonderful evening at Vienna Elementary School’s Spring Arts Night on Thursday, May 14, 2026, beginning at 5:30 p.m.!
Come celebrate the creativity and talents of our students with a fun-filled evening for the whole family. Highlights include:
📚 Book Fair Open During the Event
Be sure to stop by and shop while you enjoy the night!
🖼️ Student Artwork for Sale
Framed student artwork will be available for purchase in the cafeteria—what a special keepsake to take home!
🎺 Outdoor Band Concert
Our talented student musicians will perform throughout the evening outdoors. Students participating in the concert should wear spring colors and report with their instruments to Dr. Lucas’ fourth-grade classroom 15 minutes before their scheduled performance.
Outdoor Band Concert Schedule:
• Beginning Flutes: 5:30–5:40 p.m.
• Beginning Clarinets: 5:40–5:50 p.m.
• Beginning Saxophones: 5:50–6:00 p.m.
• Beginning Trumpets: 6:00–6:10 p.m.
• Beginning Trombones: 6:10–6:20 p.m.
• Secondary Flutes: 6:20–6:30 p.m.
• Secondary Clarinets: 6:30–6:40 p.m.
• Secondary Saxophones: 6:40–6:50 p.m.
• Secondary Trumpets: 6:50–7:00 p.m.
• Secondary Trombones: 7:00–7:10 p.m.
• Drumline: 7:10–7:20 p.m.
A special thank you to our amazing specialist team for making this event possible: Mrs. LeMire (Art & Media), Mr. Burris (Music & Band), and Ms. Hubbard (Physical Education).
We are also so grateful to our VES families for your continued support. We can’t wait to see everyone for an evening filled with art, music, and community! 💙💛 #withJOY
🎓 Tuesday, May 12 was Big Kids on Campus Day at
Vienna Elementary, and our students showed up dreaming BIG!
Students were invited to wear their favorite college gear or dress like a college student while thinking about their future goals—and we saw some amazing future plans in action! 💙💛
One student came dressed for success and was already hard at work in the classroom while Mrs. Dechert taught a hands-on lesson about 3D shapes—learning that squares can become cubes and triangles can become cones. Future architect or engineer? We think so! 📚✨
Another student is not only getting college-ready but already has her eye on the future lacrosse field! 🥍 With encouragement from Ms. Hubbard, she’s dreaming of playing lacrosse in college… and who knows, maybe even a scholarship is in her future! 🌟
At Vienna Elementary, every day is a chance to dream big, work hard, and imagine all the possibilities ahead. #WithJOY
Vienna Elementary, and our students showed up dreaming BIG!
Students were invited to wear their favorite college gear or dress like a college student while thinking about their future goals—and we saw some amazing future plans in action! 💙💛
One student came dressed for success and was already hard at work in the classroom while Mrs. Dechert taught a hands-on lesson about 3D shapes—learning that squares can become cubes and triangles can become cones. Future architect or engineer? We think so! 📚✨
Another student is not only getting college-ready but already has her eye on the future lacrosse field! 🥍 With encouragement from Ms. Hubbard, she’s dreaming of playing lacrosse in college… and who knows, maybe even a scholarship is in her future! 🌟
At Vienna Elementary, every day is a chance to dream big, work hard, and imagine all the possibilities ahead. #WithJOY
✨ College & Career Spirit Days Fun at Vienna Elementary! ✨
Monday was Future YOU Day, and our students and staff had so much fun dressing as the career they dream of having one day! From future doctors and teachers to athletes and more, the creativity was amazing.
But we must give a special shoutout to two of our favorites — Mrs. Dechert, our kindergarten teacher, and Mrs. Bailey, our special education teacher — who showed up dressed for their future retirement career! 😄👵☀️ Beach vibes, comfy clothes, and not a lesson plan in sight!
Nice try, ladies… but Vienna Elementary is not ready to let you retire just yet! We still need you way too much, and our students love you even more. 💙🏫
Thanks for keeping Spirit Week fun and making us all laugh! #WithJOY
Monday was Future YOU Day, and our students and staff had so much fun dressing as the career they dream of having one day! From future doctors and teachers to athletes and more, the creativity was amazing.
But we must give a special shoutout to two of our favorites — Mrs. Dechert, our kindergarten teacher, and Mrs. Bailey, our special education teacher — who showed up dressed for their future retirement career! 😄👵☀️ Beach vibes, comfy clothes, and not a lesson plan in sight!
Nice try, ladies… but Vienna Elementary is not ready to let you retire just yet! We still need you way too much, and our students love you even more. 💙🏫
Thanks for keeping Spirit Week fun and making us all laugh! #WithJOY
✨☕ Thank You, Vienna Community! ☕✨
Because of your incredible support, we met our goal — every faculty and staff member at Vienna Elementary was treated to a free drink and muffin from Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck! 💙
Thank you to our amazing families and community for helping us show appreciation to our wonderful staff. Your generosity made this special treat possible, and we are so grateful for your continued support.
Special thank you to Travelin' Tom’s Coffee Truck for fitting us into their schedule and to Mrs. Winn, our community school social worker, for her time and effort in organizing and planning this event. #withJOY
Because of your incredible support, we met our goal — every faculty and staff member at Vienna Elementary was treated to a free drink and muffin from Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck! 💙
Thank you to our amazing families and community for helping us show appreciation to our wonderful staff. Your generosity made this special treat possible, and we are so grateful for your continued support.
Special thank you to Travelin' Tom’s Coffee Truck for fitting us into their schedule and to Mrs. Winn, our community school social worker, for her time and effort in organizing and planning this event. #withJOY
💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and we are proud to celebrate the creativity and voices of our students! 💚
The DCPS Office of Student Services recently hosted the 6th Annual Mental Health Poster Contest for students across Dorchester County Public Schools, and the results were truly inspiring!
🖼️ Student posters are currently on display in local Dorchester County businesses from May 5–May 30. Be sure to keep an eye out and help celebrate the amazing talents of our students throughout the community!
🎉 Congratulations to Vienna Elementary School’s winner, Addi McFarlane (4th Grade)! Addi received a $50 gift card and special recognition for her outstanding poster and meaningful message supporting mental health awareness.
A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated school counselor, Mrs. Frost, and community school social worker, Mrs. Winn, for encouraging student participation and for the care, compassion, and support they provide to our students each and every day. 💙
💚 Don’t forget to join us for Wear Green Day on May 14 in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month! Students and staff are encouraged to wear green to show support and raise awareness.
If students choose not to participate, school uniform attire is required.
#withJOY
** HAPPY MAIL**
Something is in the A I R at Vienna Elementary School! We just wanted to take a moment to brag about our outstanding students! Each Happy Mail note is color-coded to represent their "HOUSE" color, and our students can earn points for their "HOUSE" by showing off some fantastic positive behaviors, such as:
-Being a good friend
-Showing great improvement
-Showing kindness
-Excellent behavior ALL day
-Uplifting others
-Working well with others
-Helping others
-Following instructions
-Moving up a level in reading
We are so proud of our Vienna Terrapins and all their accomplishments! Keep up the great work! #withJOY
Something is in the A I R at Vienna Elementary School! We just wanted to take a moment to brag about our outstanding students! Each Happy Mail note is color-coded to represent their "HOUSE" color, and our students can earn points for their "HOUSE" by showing off some fantastic positive behaviors, such as:
-Being a good friend
-Showing great improvement
-Showing kindness
-Excellent behavior ALL day
-Uplifting others
-Working well with others
-Helping others
-Following instructions
-Moving up a level in reading
We are so proud of our Vienna Terrapins and all their accomplishments! Keep up the great work! #withJOY
***Tomorrow***
May Calendar Update – Please Note Changes!
We’ve made a few updates to our May calendar. While College & Career Spirit Week (May 11–13) will still take place on the same dates, the themes and what students can wear for Monday and Wednesday have been updated. Please see the details below:
✨ College & Career Ready Spirit Week ✨
Monday, May 11 – Future YOU Day (Updated Theme)
Students are invited to dress as the career they dream of having one day!
👩⚕️👨🚒👩🍳👨✈️ Examples include: doctor, teacher, athlete, chef, firefighter, and more.
Tuesday, May 12 – Big Kids on Campus Day (No Change)
Students can wear their favorite college gear or dress like a college student as they think about their future goals.
Wednesday, May 13 – Camo & Courage Day (Updated Theme)
Students may wear camo or red, white, and blue to honor military careers and those who serve our country. 🇺🇸
We’re excited to see our students show off their creativity, school spirit, and future dreams throughout the week! ✨
Thank you for your continued support and flexibility as we share these updates. 💙
#withJOY
May Calendar Update – Please Note Changes!
We’ve made a few updates to our May calendar. While College & Career Spirit Week (May 11–13) will still take place on the same dates, the themes and what students can wear for Monday and Wednesday have been updated. Please see the details below:
✨ College & Career Ready Spirit Week ✨
Monday, May 11 – Future YOU Day (Updated Theme)
Students are invited to dress as the career they dream of having one day!
👩⚕️👨🚒👩🍳👨✈️ Examples include: doctor, teacher, athlete, chef, firefighter, and more.
Tuesday, May 12 – Big Kids on Campus Day (No Change)
Students can wear their favorite college gear or dress like a college student as they think about their future goals.
Wednesday, May 13 – Camo & Courage Day (Updated Theme)
Students may wear camo or red, white, and blue to honor military careers and those who serve our country. 🇺🇸
We’re excited to see our students show off their creativity, school spirit, and future dreams throughout the week! ✨
Thank you for your continued support and flexibility as we share these updates. 💙
#withJOY
💐 Happy Mother’s Day from Vienna Elementary School! 💐
Today, we celebrate all the amazing moms, grandmothers, and special caregivers who fill our students’ lives with love, support, and encouragement every single day. Your kindness, strength, and dedication help shape the hearts and futures of our children—and we are so grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for partnering with us and for the countless ways you show up for your children and our school community. We hope your day is filled with love, appreciation, and special moments with those who mean the most. 💖
#withJOY
Today, we celebrate all the amazing moms, grandmothers, and special caregivers who fill our students’ lives with love, support, and encouragement every single day. Your kindness, strength, and dedication help shape the hearts and futures of our children—and we are so grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for partnering with us and for the countless ways you show up for your children and our school community. We hope your day is filled with love, appreciation, and special moments with those who mean the most. 💖
#withJOY
🌟🎒 Vienna Elementary Transition Night! 🎒🌟
Join us for a fun and informative evening as we welcome our newest Terrapins! 🐢💚
Families of new and current students entering PreK3, PreK4, and Kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to our Transition Night on:
Thursday, May 28th
⏰ 5:30 PM
Come enjoy:
🚌 A bus ride experience
🏫 A tour of the school
📚 Classroom visits
🍽️ Dinner provided
This is a wonderful opportunity to help your child feel comfortable and excited about the upcoming school year!
👉 Please RSVP by May 15th using the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/VESPREK
We can’t wait to meet our future Terrapins and their families! 💙 #WithJOY
Join us for a fun and informative evening as we welcome our newest Terrapins! 🐢💚
Families of new and current students entering PreK3, PreK4, and Kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to our Transition Night on:
Thursday, May 28th
⏰ 5:30 PM
Come enjoy:
🚌 A bus ride experience
🏫 A tour of the school
📚 Classroom visits
🍽️ Dinner provided
This is a wonderful opportunity to help your child feel comfortable and excited about the upcoming school year!
👉 Please RSVP by May 15th using the link below:
https://tinyurl.com/VESPREK
We can’t wait to meet our future Terrapins and their families! 💙 #WithJOY
✨☕ Travelin’ Tom’s is Rolling Into Vienna! ☕✨
Don’t forget — the Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck will be at Vienna Elementary on Monday, May 11, from 7:00–9:45 AM! Families and community members are welcome to stop by for coffee, refreshers, treats, and muffins while supporting our school community. 💚
💛 Want to treat a staff member?
There’s still time to “Send a Sip” for just $10 to help provide every staff member with a free drink and muffin!
👉 Order here: https://customer.travelintomscoffee.com/#/T134X71757
Thank you for your continued support of our amazing Vienna Elementary staff and community! #withJOY
Don’t forget — the Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck will be at Vienna Elementary on Monday, May 11, from 7:00–9:45 AM! Families and community members are welcome to stop by for coffee, refreshers, treats, and muffins while supporting our school community. 💚
💛 Want to treat a staff member?
There’s still time to “Send a Sip” for just $10 to help provide every staff member with a free drink and muffin!
👉 Order here: https://customer.travelintomscoffee.com/#/T134X71757
Thank you for your continued support of our amazing Vienna Elementary staff and community! #withJOY
📚✨ Vienna Elementary Book Fair is Coming! ✨📚
Mark your calendars! Our Book Fair will be open May 8th – May 15th, and Mrs. LeMire, our Art and Media teacher, is getting everything ready for an exciting week of reading fun!
Students will have the chance to shop during their regularly scheduled Art and Media class times. Families are also invited to join us for Spring Arts Night on Thursday, May 14th at 5:30 PM—a perfect opportunity to shop together! 🎨📖
💳 Skip the cash—use E-Wallet!
We’re making shopping easier than ever with a simple, cash-free option:
• Create an account
• Set up an e-wallet for each child
• Add funds using a credit card
Funds are available instantly at checkout, and Mrs. LeMire can easily track each student’s balance—making it a smooth and stress-free experience for everyone!
👉 Set up your e-wallet here: https://scholastic.com/bf/viennaelementaryschool1
We can’t wait to see our families at Spring Arts Night—the Book Fair will be open! 📚💙#withJOY
Mark your calendars! Our Book Fair will be open May 8th – May 15th, and Mrs. LeMire, our Art and Media teacher, is getting everything ready for an exciting week of reading fun!
Students will have the chance to shop during their regularly scheduled Art and Media class times. Families are also invited to join us for Spring Arts Night on Thursday, May 14th at 5:30 PM—a perfect opportunity to shop together! 🎨📖
💳 Skip the cash—use E-Wallet!
We’re making shopping easier than ever with a simple, cash-free option:
• Create an account
• Set up an e-wallet for each child
• Add funds using a credit card
Funds are available instantly at checkout, and Mrs. LeMire can easily track each student’s balance—making it a smooth and stress-free experience for everyone!
👉 Set up your e-wallet here: https://scholastic.com/bf/viennaelementaryschool1
We can’t wait to see our families at Spring Arts Night—the Book Fair will be open! 📚💙#withJOY
💙🩺 Happy National School Nurse Day! 🩺💙
Today, we celebrate our amazing school nurse, Mrs. Shelby Melton!
Thank you for the care, compassion, and dedication you show our students and staff every single day. From bandaging scraped knees to offering comfort and support, you are such an important part of our school family.
We are so grateful for all that you do to keep our Vienna Terrapins healthy, safe, and ready to learn! 💚🐢
#withJOY
Today, we celebrate our amazing school nurse, Mrs. Shelby Melton!
Thank you for the care, compassion, and dedication you show our students and staff every single day. From bandaging scraped knees to offering comfort and support, you are such an important part of our school family.
We are so grateful for all that you do to keep our Vienna Terrapins healthy, safe, and ready to learn! 💚🐢
#withJOY
