Issue: September 13
Issue: September 13
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Important Dates
Important Dates
Oct. 2 - Homecoming soccer games!
Oct. 3 - Homecoming dance for our high school students.
Celebrating our Warriors
Celebrating our Warriors
Our Warrior Adam Shrieves, featured on Podcast with Blind Industries!
Our Warrior Adam Shrieves, featured on Podcast with Blind Industries!
Episode 26:Our Favorite Things-Assistive Tech https://bism.org/newsroom/podcasts/
Our Favorite Things: Assistive Tech
Our Favorite Things: Assistive Tech
In this month’s episode of Beyond Sight, hosts Qualik Ford and Derique Simon sit down with Gold STAR student Adam Shrieves, Access Technology Instructor Lina Howard, and IT & Training Coordinator Kyle Garcia for a conversation all about assistive technology. Our guests share the tools and devices they rely on every day, from screen readers to accessibility features built into everyday tech, and get honest about their biggest pet peeves, the bugs, gaps, and design choices that make life harder than it needs to be. They also share helpful tips for anyone who is new to the assistive tech world.
Events and Programs
Events and Programs
Picture Day is coming on Monday, September 28!
Picture Day is coming on Monday, September 28!
You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTWKRZM9. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Picture Day. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online on mylifetouch.com
Parent Helpers Wanted:
Help us make the Picture Day smooth and effortless. Contact the office if you’d like to volunteer at Picture Day.
Student Data Safety and Security:
As the only SOC 3 compliant partner in school photography, Lifetouch delivers unmatched protection for student and staff information - backed by third‑party verification and trusted by schools nationwide. Learn More.
Retakes are scheduled for November 5 in the morning.
Senior formal portraits on September 25!
Senior formal portraits on September 25!
Lifetouch will be taking senior formal (drape/tux) portraits for our yearbook on 9/25. The make up date for any senior who missed the 9/25 date will be on October 28.
Tri-M Music Honor Society- see Ms. Cook in D127 for more information!
Tri-M Music Honor Society- see Ms. Cook in D127 for more information!
The Preliminary SAT/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT)
The Preliminary SAT/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT)
Will be administered in person at Mardela Middle & High School on Wednesday, October 21st for any 9th grade student who wishes to experience taking a College Board test or for any 11th grade student who wishes to try to qualify for a National Merit Scholarship. Those 9th and 11th grade students who wish to take the test should see Mrs. A. Shiles, Mardela’s testing coordinator for additional information on paying the $18 fee by Oct 2nd. All 10th graders are automatically signed up to take the test, additional information will be coming to 10th grade families in the weeks ahead.
For more information on the PSAT/NMSQT you can visit the College Board website. If you have questions, please email Mrs. A. Shiles, at ashiles@mywcps.org or go to her office A110.
Driver's Education Classes
Driver's Education Classes
All classroom sessions are held at Mardela School
Session 1: October 19-30
Time: 3:00 – 6:00 PM
Deadline to Register is September 25
Future Session Dates
Session 2: February 1-12
Session 3: May 10-21
Questions Email Mrs. Hanson - ahanson@mywcps.org
Learners Permit Test
Learners Permit Test
September 23 during 2nd pd
Deadline to register is Sept. 16
Student must be 15 yrs and 9 months by Sept 23 in order to take the test.
Questions Email Mrs. Hanson - ahanson@mywcps.org
Calling all singers, actors, and dancers!!!
Calling all singers, actors, and dancers!!!
We want YOU to try out for this year's musical, Little Women! Fellas, don't let the title fool you, as there are plenty of male roles as well!
Audition sign-ups are in Mr Mindte's room (D131), the choir room, and ask Mr Mindte to invite you to the Drama Club Google Classroom to get access to the audition materials!
If you are interested in stage crew, hair & makeup, costumes, tech crew, painting, or any other behind-the-scenes work, there are no auditions, just let Mr Mindte know that you are interested. We hope to see you all there!
Attendance Announcements
Attendance Announcements
Guidelines and Procedures
Guidelines and Procedures
Bell to Bell, No Cell : 2026–2027 School Year
Bell to Bell, No Cell : 2026–2027 School Year
Wicomico County Public Schools is implementing a “Bell to Bell, No Cell” policy beginning with the first bell of the 2026–2027 school year.
Students may not use personal electronic devices from the first bell through dismissal, including lunch, passing periods, and school activities.
Devices including cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds/headphones, and other communication or recording devices must be powered off or silenced and stored out of sight.
Students may use personal devices before the first bell and after dismissal.
School issued technology will continue to be used for instruction when directed by staff.
The policy supports a safer, more focused, and distraction-free learning environment and aligns with Maryland’s new phone-free schools law.
Missing a sweater, water bottle, or left shoe? Check our Lost & Found!
Missing a sweater, water bottle, or left shoe? Check our Lost & Found!
Our school Lost & Found pile is growing a little lonely and would love to reunite with its rightful owners! 🧥🎒🥤
If your student has come home missing a favorite hoodie, a lunchbox, or any other daily gear, there is a very good chance it is hanging out with us.
How to claim your items:
Have your student check the Lost & Found area during the school day.
Stop by the front office and see Mrs. Lensch—she will gladly help you hunt down your missing treasures!
Let’s get these items out of the school and back home where they belong. Thank you for your help!
Athletics
Athletics
A Message from our Athletic Boosters:
Here is the link to spirit wear: https://ccshirtsandbeyond.com/collections/mardela-spirit-shop
🏆 Mardela Athletic Boosters Club – First Meeting of the School Year! 🏆
We’re excited to kick off another great year supporting our Mardela athletes!
📅 Tuesday, September 8th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Mrs. Nestor’s Classroom
Stop by and learn more about the Mardela Athletic Boosters Club, our mission, upcoming plans, and the many ways you can help support our student-athletes throughout the school year.
Whether you’re a returning supporter or new to the Boosters, we would love to have you join us! Your time, ideas, and support make a difference for our athletes. 🏆
Come be part of the team and help us cheer our athletes on to success!
The website includes team schedules, rosters, coaching staffs, and dismissal/departure times for away games.
Boys Soccer Apparel
Boys Soccer Apparel
Link to the boys soccer team shop: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/7uV7JBy7Lx
Middle School Intramurals
Middle School Intramurals
Interested in participating in intramural sports this year? Permission slip forms will be available in the cafeteria during lunch. Pick up a form and join one of our exciting sports opportunities! When the form is completed, please return it back to the cafeteria!
Flag Football & Cheer
Cross Country
Volleyball
Basketball & Cheer
Unified Bocce
Track & Field
Soccer
Eligibility Requirements
Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA during the relevant term or on the term progress report.
Have no more than 5 unexcused absences during the term.
Be in good behavioral standing and follow all school rules.
Be present in school the day of practices or events.
Be picked up within 15 minutes of the end of practice. Repeated late pickups may lead to removal from the program.
Questions? Email Mr. Taylor at albtaylor@mywcps.org.
Yearbook Distribution
Yearbook Distribution
Attention families who ordered yearbooks last year:
Attention families who ordered yearbooks last year:
Yearbook distribution will look a little different this year, so please review the pickup schedule below to make sure your student gets their copy!
Pickup Schedule:
Grades 7–9: Distribution will take place on Wednesday, 9/16 during Class 3 in the cafeteria
Sunshine, good vibes, and a well-deserved celebration. You can join us at FUN IN THE SUN by demonstrating the Warrior Way during the 2026-2027 school year with no out of school suspensions and no more than 10 unexcused absences.
Serving you,
Serving you,
Liza Hastings, Principal
Liza Hastings, Principal
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