📚 Online Book Fair Link! 🎉
Here is the link to our Online Book Fair — a great option for families who prefer to shop digitally or want to add funds to their student’s E-Wallet.
💳 A quick note about E-Wallets:
Parents are welcome to add money to their student’s E-Wallets, but please keep in mind that unused funds are not refunded. Any remaining balance will automatically be converted into a Scholastic Gift Card. This can be used for:
✨ Online purchases
✨ A future Book Fair
✨ Or donated to our school’s fund to help purchase new books for our students
Thank you so much for your support and for helping make our Book Fair a success! 📖💙
Mardela welcomes you to visit the school and take a LOOK around.
When: December 13
Time: 9-11 am
Who: Anyone in the community
Our thanks to everyone who took time to nominate one of our outstanding teachers for Wicomico Teacher of the Year. When nominations closed last Tuesday Wicomico County Public Schools had received 803 submissions, so we know our community appreciates its teachers.
We look forward to the recognition of nominees by our schools in December, and then in January the quarterfinalists and semifinalists will be announced. One of the semifinalist teachers will be named the next Wicomico Teacher of the Year on April 9. Excited to find out which of our outstanding teachers that will be!
Individuals wishing to provide comments on any of the policies before the Board meeting may send their thoughts to comments@mywcps.org or mail them to Dr. Brian Raygor, Wicomico County Public Schools, 2424 Northgate Drive, Salisbury, MD 21802
Students Explore Career Pathways at Universal Technical Institute
Students from Mardela recently visited the Universal Technical Institute (UTI) to gain firsthand exposure to careers in automotive, diesel, welding, robotics, and transportation technology. During the visit, students toured advanced training labs, observed live demonstrations, and explored the tools and equipment used by professionals in the field.
The experience provided students with valuable insight into the breadth of opportunities within the skilled trades. One student reflected, “It gave me more options for my future,” while another noted, “This helped me realize there is more out there than your standard trades, and this college helps you secure a job in the field after you graduate.”
Several students found the visit thought-provoking as they considered their own career paths. One remarked, “It made me think about other options,” and another shared, “It made me debate whether I wanted to stick to welding or explore auto repair or electrical work..”
Students also had the opportunity to speak with instructors about certifications, career pathways, and job placement support. Ms. Rhodes, Career Coach for Mardela expressed enthusiasm for highlighting trades programs and providing students with direct exposure to in-demand careers.
Overall, the field trip offered meaningful, real-world learning and encouraged students to explore a variety of career options, connecting classroom knowledge to potential future opportunities.
🚨 High School Students 🚨
Date: December 8
Depart School: 9:00 AM
Return: 2:00 PM
Permission Slips Due: Dec 2
See Ms. Rhodes for INFO
Register at https://forms.gle/rLGtmhU2PEAyEbwB6
Mardela welcomes you to visit the school and take a LOOK around.
When: December 13
Time: 9-11 am
Who: Anyone in the community
Tuesday 12/2- K. Dorman
Wednesday 12/3- T. Delizza
Thursday 12/4- A. Dorman
Friday 12/5- D. Williams
Monday 12/8- L. Wilson
Tuesday 12/9- C. Williams
Wednesday 12/10- M. Jones
Thursday 12/11- M. Blankenship
High School: Mabel Orr, Riley Klebon (first chair clarinet), Sophia Jefferson, Avery Ensor, Abby Bohnsack, Johnny Jamrok, Will Schreiber, Max Green (first chair bari sax), Evan Larson (first chair trumpet), Justin Jamrok, Nick Davala (first chair trombone), Lydia King, Rylan Crockett, Zack Collins, Jude Lobus
Middle School:
Christiana McCastle, Sophia Hardy, Layla Kellam, Aliyah Munoz-Osorio, Sadie Sterling, Sylas England, Hunter Scheckells, Jonathon Bryant, Ryder Messick, Callen Senft, Sean Tensley
We are proud of the hard work and leadership that these students have demonstrated, and know they will represent Mardela well at the festival on November 20-21.
Congratulations — your child’s senior year has arrived! 🎓 This is your opportunity to celebrate their hard work, accomplishments, and the person they’ve become by purchasing a Senior Recognition Ad in the yearbook.
Show your pride by creating a personalized ad featuring your favorite photos and a heartfelt message to your senior. Choose your ad size and layout, upload your images, and design a tribute that will be treasured for years to come.
Senior ads can be purchased at balfour.com
Purchase deadline: February 13
Final ad submission deadline: February 20
Don’t miss this chance to make your senior’s yearbook even more special!
Sincerely,
The Yearbook Staff
If you have questions, please email Mrs. Blumenthal (jblumenth@mywcps.org)
Not only does Mr. Insley volunteer countless hours capturing memories at our events, but he recently donated $1,500—the entire amount he earned from senior portrait sessions—back to our school.
This gift will directly benefit our students and teachers, but the true value of his contribution goes far beyond dollars. His selflessness, dedication, and love for our community inspire us all.
Thank you, Mr. Insley, for reminding us what it means to give back and make a difference. We are proud to call you part of the Warrior family!
Careers in Medical Sonography and Ultrasound
Join us to learn more about these careers by visiting with a guest speaker from Del-Tech, who will tell us about the program they offer.
When: Nov 21, this Friday
Time: 2nd pd
Where: Media Center
Who: 8th -12 graders
Questions Contact Ms. Rhodes
Sign up: https://forms.gle/MFP1yHQECLJMcAhn8
