Good afternoon! Due to the forecast for Monday, January 6th, all schools and the central office will be closed. If needed, essential staff may be called in by their supervisor. Stay safe.
SNOW QUEEN!
Good evening, Vienna Families!
This is just a quick and friendly reminder that our students have a goal of reaching 220 steps by Monday morning, January 6, 2025.
This weekend is a great opportunity to encourage our students to dive into some reading! Just imagine how proud they will feel when they surpass their reading step goal! Let’s spark their excitement for books, help them read as much as they can, and most importantly, let’s make sure they enjoy every moment!
Don’t forget to sign their logs so they can earn credit for all their reading efforts.
And if you haven’t already, be sure to check out the reading study—it’s amazing to see the growth in vocabulary our students are achieving through their daily reading!
Thank you for your support, and happy reading!
Dear Families,
It looks like 2025 is starting with some possible Inclement Weather days. At this time, the forecast is showing a winter storm on Monday, January 6, 2025. DCPS is scheduled to open on time; however, we will monitor the situation closely.
Key Points:
School Schedule: DCPS is scheduled to open for a normal school day on Monday.
Weather Monitoring: If the storm moves in early, we may need to close early or close completely that day. Updates will be provided through the DCPS Thrillshare app, DCPS Facebook page, and DCPS website.
Snow Days: DCPS has 3 inclement weather days built into our 2024-2025 school calendar. Maryland law requires us to use all built-in inclement weather days before considering virtual instruction.
Virtual Instruction: If the storm results in closures beyond 3 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.
Possible Closure Plan:
Monday: Possible inclement weather day, no school.
Tuesday: Possible inclement weather day, no school.
Wednesday: Possible inclement weather day, no school.
Thursday: If we are still closed, virtual instruction begins.
Device Preparation: Students will bring home their devices on Friday, January 3. If school is open on Monday, they should bring the device back. If closed, keep the device safe, charged, and ready for use if necessary.
We aim to be proactive and prepared for inclement weather. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
It looks like 2025 is starting with some possible Inclement Weather days. At this time, the forecast is showing a winter storm on Monday, January 6, 2025. DCPS is scheduled to open on time; however, we will monitor the situation closely. Please visit our website for more information on potential inclement weather days and virtual instruction.
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Tomorrow, Friday, January 3rd, is "HOUSE" t-shirt day!
Mrs. Carroll and Mrs. Diffenbach's 1st grade classes at Vienna Elementary School hosted an exciting Polar Express Day! Embracing the day's spirit, Mrs. Carroll dressed as the conductor. Upon arrival, Mrs. Carroll and Mrs. Diffenbach punched the children's tickets, signaling the start of a wonderful experience.
The day was enriched with activities such as watching the Polar Express movie, savoring hot chocolate topped with marshmallows, and engaging in fun math exercises with marshmallows for addition and subtraction. Adding to the magic, students received frozen bells delivered from the North Pole!
Students also had the opportunity to create reindeer food to sprinkle in their yards at home and learn to assemble gift bags with tissue paper, fostering their creativity in preparing presents for their families.
Additionally, they mixed powder and water to create “snow,” which provided a hands-on, sensory experience. Overall, it was a day filled with fun, learning, and holiday spirit!
Congratulations to 2nd grade student Adalynn Haugh, shown with art teacher Mrs. Renee LeMire, for having one of the winning designs featured on the front of Superintendent Dr. Thompson’s holiday cards. We are incredibly proud of you!
It’s that wonderful time of year for some festive holiday decorating!
We had an exciting holiday door-decorating contest at Vienna Elementary School, and our fantastic staff got into the spirit! The friendly competition wrapped up on December 13th, and voting occurred during our fun Vienna Parents Association Family Night event.
The lucky winner received an Amazon gift card, thanks to our fantastic Vienna Parents Association!
We're thrilled to announce the winner: ❤️ Mrs. Rebecca Compton, our PreK 3 Instructional Assistant, for her delightful Grinch door. She is an incredibly talented artist! ❤️
Join us in celebrating our outstanding 5th grade students alongside Principal Mrs. Susie Price! On the last day before our holiday break, these dedicated students demonstrated their commitment to attendance. Being present is essential, and their efforts remind us that every day matters!
Vienna Elementary School had an extra special visitor from the North Pole! Ms. Marcia Spicer, RN, the School Health Program Supervisor from the Dorchester County Health Department, came to visit our PreK3, PreK4, Kindergarten, and 1st-grade students dressed as the cheerful Elf on the Shelf. She read the delightful story "The Elf on the Shelf" and shared important tips about washing our hands and covering our coughs.
Ms. Spicer reminded everyone to stay healthy at school and during winter break. She even brought along some glitter sanitizer for all the kids to use and sweet candy canes for everyone to take home! There were no tricks from this friendly elf—thank you so much for the wonderful visit!
AN INCREDIBLE EVENT ON JANUARY 15, 2025, 6:00 PM
See "DCPS Family Support Services" on Facebook for link, call Kelly at 410-901-6915, or
click the link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/3409712542
Jordyn Zimmerman is a passionate Educator and Disability Advocate. After being diagnosed as autistic at a young age, she did not receive access to augmentative communication until the age of 18. That arduous journey fuels her beliefs about leveraging tools and supports to drive change. She now thrives on boldly showing up and redefining what is possible.
You don't want to miss this event!
Are you a home instruction family or interested in becoming one? Dorchester County Public School is hosting a Home Instruction Information Night.The event will include an overview of the process and a Portfolio Review how-to.
Refreshments will be served.
January 7th, 6:00 pm -7:30 pm at Hurlock Elementary School, 301 Charles Street, Hurlock, MD 21643
January 10th, 6:00 pm-7:30 pm at Dorchester Career and Technology Center, 2465 Cambridge Beltway, Cambridge, MD 21613
click link: https://forms.gle/J3CE1xffjQ182H1Z7
Find out more by emailing homeschool@dcpsmd.org
or call Jovita Adams at 410-901-6944, option 2
On Friday, December 13, the "Didgeridoo Down Under" Show visited Vienna Elementary School! Our amazing School Social Worker and Community School Liaison, Mrs. Connar Winn, worked hard to bring this fun assembly to life for our students.
The performance was a lively mix of Australian music, culture, art, comedy, and some character development, all wrapped up with plenty of audience participation.
The show featured a variety of didgeridoos and cool percussion instruments, along with fun props like maps and globes. The performer shared essential messages about kindness, tolerance, and caring for one another and our planet.
Our students joined the fun by playing instruments, dancing, and acting out stories. It was such an enjoyable afternoon filled with laughter and learning!
Today, we had a very special visitor—the Tooth Fairy! Mrs. Caitlin Donohue-Vega, the friendly Oral Health Outreach Coordinator from the Eastern Shore Health Education Center, came to teach our students about proper dental care.
Thank you to Mrs. Donohue-Vega for sharing valuable tips on keeping our smiles bright and healthy!
Winter break will be from December 21st to January 1st.
Our Principal, Mrs. Susie Price, along with the faculty and staff at Vienna Elementary School, wish all our Vienna families a wonderful holiday season! Thank you for being so wonderful!
We look forward to seeing you on January 2, 2025!
**House Meeting Tomorrow, December 20th!**
Tomorrow is an early dismissal day at 12:45 P.M.
Also, tomorrow is" SOCK it to WINTER"! Wear fun holiday Christmas socks for all to see!
*****Casual day with your holiday socks!*****
We have numerous decorative Christmas tree students ready for delivery today—either on the bus or available for pick-up. (Today was Me, the Christmas Tree Day! Ha ha!)
Later this evening, it's showtime at North Dorchester High School! Students should arrive by 5:30 p.m. Please remember to leave your coat with your family. The Winter Concert will begin at 6:00 p.m.
Tomorrow, Thursday, December 19, Comfy Cozy Day! Wear your favorite holiday PAJAMAS.
Students not participating are expected to be in uniform.
APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN FOR THE 2024-2025 MARYLAND ADVISORY COUNCILS.
The advisory councils provide direct input to the State Superintendent of Schools about important issues in Maryland schools. Members participate in discussions with the State Superintendent concerning topics that will lead to improvement of Maryland public schools and the opportunities they afford.
The goal of the councils is to ensure excellent teaching and learning in every classroom in every Maryland school and that teachers and school leaders have the information, resources, and support they need to create successful schools.
Click link : https://marylandpublicschools.org/Pages/advisorycouncils/advisory.aspx
Last chance to apply! Application due date: December 23, 2024
Today at Vienna Elementary School, our "FANCY" students brought extra sparkle for Dress to IMPRESS!
We’re excited that tomorrow, Wednesday, December 18th, is "Me, the Christmas Tree Day!" So get creative and decorate yourself with lights, ornaments, tinsel, and anything else festive you can think of. We can't wait to see everyone's cheerful holiday spirit! 🎄✨
