Pocomoke High School Involver

Dear Warrior Community,

As we enter the final quarter of the 2025–2026 school year, we are excited to support all students in finishing Quarter 3 strong. We encourage you to reach out to your child’s teachers with any questions or concerns regarding their progress. Our administrators and school counselors are also available to partner with you to ensure the best possible educational experience for your child. Open and consistent communication with teachers, counselors, and administration plays a vital role in student success. Report cards will be issued on Friday, April 10, and we want each student’s grades to reflect their learning and growth.

Please continue to monitor your child’s academic progress and attendance. Encourage them to arrive on time each day—students must be in class by 7:55 AM—and to remain focused and engaged in their learning. The daily “Your Game Plan” time (10:51–10:57 AM) provides an excellent opportunity for students to reflect on their progress and set meaningful academic goals. During this time, students are encouraged to select Your60 offerings that support improvement or enrichment. As a reminder, students may not exceed five unexcused absences per semester or 17 total absences (excused or unexcused) per school year. If your child needs additional support, please contact us to develop an individualized academic or attendance plan. With the right support and encouragement, every student can succeed.

We are looking forward to celebrating our students at the Junior/Senior Prom and Grand March on Saturday, April 25. Grand March will begin at 6:00 PM, and tickets will be available at the door for $5. Be sure to review details about Prom and more upcoming spring events in The Involver and mark your calendars. Our website, pocomokehighschool.org, is also a valuable resource for school news, events, and updates—please consider bookmarking it for easy access.

On Thursday, May 14, we will host our annual WeXL Scholastic Recognition Banquet at Pocomoke High School to honor students who have demonstrated academic excellence. Invitations will be extended following Quarter 3 report cards. If your child is invited, we strongly encourage your attendance as we celebrate the dedication and achievements of our students, families, and staff. It promises to be a wonderful evening—I look forward to seeing many of you there.

With graduation less than two months away, our seniors are actively preparing for their next steps. As of the end of March, more than 60 scholarships are available, many with deadlines approaching on April 1. Each year, scholarship funds go unused—students must apply to take advantage of these opportunities. Our counseling office is available to assist students with applications during Your60 and after school. Additionally, a special scholarship writing session will be held at noon on Wednesday, April 1. Please contact Ms. Creese for more information.

While this is a busy time of year, it is also filled with well-earned celebrations of our students’ hard work and accomplishments.

With gratitude and partnership,

Dr. Jenifer Rayne

Principal, Pocomoke High School

See Something, Say Something
The safety of our school depends on all of us. If you notice something unusual, concerning, or unsafe, please report it right away to a teacher, administrator, or staff member. Speaking up helps keep our school community safe.

Secure Entry Reminder
For everyone’s safety, please do not open doors for anyone at any time. All visitors and students must use the main entrance, ring the bell, and check in with the front office.

Exterior Doors
For safety, exterior doors must remain closed and locked at all times. They should never be propped open or left unlocked for any reason.

Morning Student Drop-Off

All student drop-offs should take place on the side of the building at the student parking lot/cafeteria entrance.

Check out our new signs! 🛑 Please help everyone stay safe during student drop-off! 🚌 🚗

Showing up to school on time and every day is extremely important. Chronic absenteeism is missing at least 10% of school days (about 18 days a year), whether excused or unexcused. Frequent absences negatively impact academic success, weaken student engagement, relationships with peers, and connections with caring adults. Staff will continue to reach out to students and families regarding truancy and/or attendance concerns. Partnership is key to student success.

Attendance is the gateway to success. Every day a student shows up to school, they increase their chances of achieving academic growth, building meaningful relationships, and reaching their long-term goals. By simply being present, students actively reduce the negative effects of chronic absenteeism and set themselves up for a successful future. We have a little competition going on between all grades. At the end of semester 2, the class with the lowest chronic absentee percentage will win a fun filled field day and tribe points. Showing up each day lessens the chronic absenteeism rate, so it’s not too late for any grade to take the win.

Check out our current leaderboard:

1st place: Freshmen

2nd place: Sophomores

3rd place: Juniors

4th place: Seniors

There are 52 scholarship opportunities still available for submission between April 3 - May 1 if your senior meets the criteria to apply... stop by the Guidance office for support!

Seniors had their class meeting on March 26, where they received information about Intent Night, and how to invite their "ONE".

Cap/Gowns will be distributed on May 15th before the Senior Walk.

If your student is college bound, please be sure they have fully completed FAFSA and it is processed.

Don’t miss out on big events and updates...join Remind now to be IN the KNOW!

@poco26 (Class of 2026)

@poco27 (Class of 2027)

@poco28 (Class of 2028)

@poco29 (Class of 2029)

Feel free to reach out to the School Counseling Office with any questions!

PHS School Counseling team:

Mrs. Charlene Creese (CDCreese@worcesterk12.org): PHS school counselor for 12th grade and 10th/11th grade (A-L students); assists students in preparing for their futures and achieving their post-secondary goals.

Mrs. Lindsey Lines (LLines@worcesterk12.org): PHS school counselor for grades 9th grade and 10th/11th grade (M-Z students); supporting students as they navigate their high school journey.

Mrs. Melanie Aydelotte (mkaydelotte@worcesterk12.org): PHS Guidance secretary, assists with enrollment processes and provides PowerSchool support to our students and families.

Ms. Cloud, our Career Coach, will share opportunities for students—and sometimes parents—to explore future career pathways. These may include career fairs, field trips, internships, apprenticeships, job shadowing, and more. Stay tuned for upcoming events that will help connect learning in school to real-world experiences!

This session, we will continue to strengthen our focus on academic achievement by beginning each club meeting with a grade check-in. Students are encouraged to review their academic progress and complete mastery assignments if their grade fell below 70%. In addition, targeted math tutoring offered on Tuesdays provided additional academic support for students in need.

Session 3 of Driver’s Education ended on Monday 3-30. 82 students enrolled in driving school at PHS during the 25-26 School year! Each student received a scholarship that covered 95% of the cost of driving school!

Session 3 offerings will include a two week academic tutoring session in preparation for the MCAP test in May. We extend our sincere appreciation to our dedicated club leaders for providing high-quality instruction and support to students participating in ASA clubs.

WARRIOR CODE

COURAGE * ACHIEVEMENT * PERSEVERANCE * SCHOLARSHIP

#4Tribes1School

Earn Points for your Tribe!!

This award is presented to a staff member each month who has gone above and beyond in support of our Tribes and School Spirit.

PBIS Super Star Award

Mrs. Bradford

Red TRIBE

Mrs. Bradford is our “PBIS Super Star” for the Month of march. Her unwavering commitment to the success of our students is evident in everything she does. She is a huge support to PHS PBIS Tribes – as she handles all the ordering for each event, manages our funds and keeps us supplied with everything we need to celebrate each tribe’s success. She is an integral part of our success at PHS. We can always count on her to Step in and help out whenever needed.

On March 20th Blue and Gold hosted a "It's Time to Glow Up" pep rally! Winter athletes were celebrated for their many individual and collective records and achievements. Our cheerleaders had an AMAZING performance with high energy and stunts. Students were able to compete in challenges with their peers...even turning each other into snowmen. Best of all our warriors were able to dance and just enjoy themselves. We hope their excitement will continue into their classrooms while learning and into their Spring sports!

The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) will be administered on April 16th to all 11th-grade students and selected 12th-grade students. The ASVAB helps students explore potential career paths by assessing their strengths and abilities in areas such as mathematics, science, and verbal skills. It is an excellent tool for students considering future career options, including those in the military, but is also helpful for those exploring civilian career paths.

12th-grade students interested in participating who were not selected can reach out to Mrs. Lines to inquire about inclusion.

To prepare for the test, students can visit the official ASVAB website for practice tests and resources: www.asvabprogram.com

MARINE CORPS JARGON

Parents/Guardians please quiz your Cadet by asking them what the following word or phrase means, “What are your 15 Leadership Traits?”

MARCH 2026

· JROTC Picture Day! – Our Unit Photo Day took place on 18 February 2026. A message in REMIND will be sent out once all ordered items are received. If you have a personal request to pick up your ordered items, please contact Gunner directly.

· Bataan Death March! – Congratulations to all cadets who participated and completed the 14-Mile Bataan Death March!

· National Museum of the Marine Corps & Marine Base Quantico – On Friday, 20 March, cadets traveled to Marine Base Quantico, VA and ate at the chow hall, received an impromptu brief at the Weapons Battalion Training Range, shopped at the Marine Corps Exchange and toured the National Museum of the Marine Corps!

APRIL thru JUNE 2026 SCHEDULED EVENTS:

· Haircut Day(s) – Scheduled Tuesday, 12 May.

· April Festivals – Saturday, 4 April (Food Drive, Easter Egg Hunt, Pocomoke Spring Festival); Friday, 24 April (4th Friday Festival!)

· Cadet Promotions – our next scheduled promotion formation will take place on Thursday, 9 April 2026 @ 0715! All are welcome to attend.

· National Security Agency’s Cryptologic Museum Field Trip – Scheduled for 15 April 2026! We also plan to attend Dave & Busters for lunch

· County JROTC Field Day Event! Scheduled for Friday 17 April 2026 during the school day!

· Old Dominion University (campus tour and rappel tower) – Scheduled for 23 April 2026! (TBD)

· Prom/After Prom – Saturday 25 April

· JROTC Awards Night: On Thursday, 30 April 2026, ALL CADETS are required to attend our annual JROTC Awards Ceremony, recognizing cadet achievements throughout the school year. Families are welcome and encouraged to attend!

· 8th & I – Friday, May 8th JROTC Field trip to Washington DC and 8th & I Marine Barracks.

· MOMMY’s Day 😊 – Sunday, May 10th! Happy Mother’s Day!

· Baltimore Orioles Color Guard – Tuesday, May 12th!

· WeXL Color Guard – Thursday, May 14th!

· Senior Car Parade, Senior Walk – Friday, May 15th!

· Senior Baccalaureate – Sunday, May 17th!

· Massing of the Colors – Sunday, May 17th, TBD.

· Senior Exams, Senior Intent Night (Color Guard) – Tuesday, May 19th!

· Senior Exams and Senior Picnic – Wednesday, May 20th!

· Senior Awards Night (Color Guard) – Thursday, May 21st

· Trails End Memorial Day Color Guard – Monday, May 25th

· Senior Graduation (Color Guard and Diplomas) – Tuesday, May 26th

· Final Exams – June 10th and 11th!

· First Year Cadet Orientation Camp (Rising Warriors) – 15 thru 18 June

· DADDY’s Day 😊 – Sunday, June 24th! Happy Father’s Day!

· Orienteering Competitions – orienteering is a physical fitness competition that includes running and applied map skills looking for markers across various terrains. Stay Tuned for upcoming Maryland/Virginia dates as the season is about to commence!

IT IS NEVER TOO LATE! If at any time throughout the school year there are ANY 9th thru 12th grade students are interested in joining our JROTC Program, please contact one of the Guidance Counselors or speak to one of the Marine Corps Instructors at your earliest convenience.

JROTC REMIND Messaging: Cadet Parents, please join our Pocomoke MCJROTC REMIND group by texting sempfi1775 to the number 81010, so that you may stay well-informed of all unit activities/events and announcements from week to week. Please include the name of your Cadet enrolled in the program.

QUESTIONS: If at any time you have questions or concerns, please call us at the school at (410) 632-5200. You may also reach us directly on our cell phones: Gunner Chris Muni at (301) 848-6116 or ctmuni@worcesterk12.org, and Gunnery Sergeant Michael Towns at (757) 647-8009.

Thank you to all Families for your continued support of our JROTC program!

Semper Fidelis!

Chris Muni

Chief Warrant Officer-4, USMC, Retired.

Senior Marine Instructor – Pocomoke High School

Mike Towns

Gunnery Sergeant, USMC, Retired

Marine Instructor – Pocomoke High School

April 11-13 – Chesapeake Bay Foundation Island Exploration at Port Isobel, Tangier Island, VA

April 20 – AP Physics, AP Environmental Science, and Chemistry to the Worcester Counter Water and Wastewater Treatment Center in Berlin

April 28 – Cool Eats and AP Environmental Science to Broom’s Bloom in Harford County

Fall Sport practices begin August 12, 2026. All athletes must submit a completed athletic physical packet and register on Family ID. If your athlete is interested in Field Hockey, Soccer, Volleyball, Cross Country & Golf, please register your athlete at: www.familyid.com/pocomoke-high-school. Athletic physical packets can be picked up in the front office, attendance booth bulletin board, and the athletic training room bulletin board. You can register for an athletic physical at the school- based health center free of charge by calling 410-430-8388 and they will be offered at PHS School-Based Health Center August 3 & 4th.

The Warrior of the Week is a weekly recognition celebrating an athlete who has shown exceptional dedication, perseverance resilience, as well as a positive attitude and impact within their team and school community. Warrior of the Week is proudly sponsored by Domino's Pizza of Pocomoke.

Thank you, Domino's for highlighting the inspiring stories of achievement and perseverance of our athletes.

MARCH WINNERS:

Girls Basketball: Hailey Laine

Boys Basketball: Jamir Roberts

Track: Autumn Riggin

PROM 2026 - Glitz and Glamour Gala

Seniors and Families, Spring and all accompanying Senior Celebrations will be here before you know it! Mark you calendars now!

Each senior will have a banner to hang along Market Street. Parents please reach out to Mrs. Bradford to cover the cost of your seniors banner.

Any community partners that would like to sponsor a senior, please reach out to Mrs. Bradford at acbradford@worcesterk12.org.

It is only $50.00 to celebrate our seniors in our community. Last Day to purchase is April 10th.

Yearbooks are still available for purchase! Memories do not last, but yearbooks do!

Order your book today for $71 (online) or $67 in house! See a yearbook staffer or Whit in room 208 for details. Scan the QR code to purchase online

https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1066649/Pocomoke-High-School/

Parents, caregivers, local businesses: you can make a personal ad for your graduate or for your local business! Scan the QR code to purchase online, or contact Whit at the school for a discounted price.

English 10 Testing: Students enrolled in English 10 Semester 1, and select American Literature and British Literature students, will take the ELA 10 MCAP during their English course April 28th through May 1st. Students will complete one 70-minute section per day. This test is a graduation requirement and a score of 750 or higher is recognized as proficient for the College and Career Readiness designation. For more information and practice, please use the following link: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DAAIT/Assessment/MCAP/ELAL.aspx

Government Testing: Students enrolled in Government Semester 1 will take the Government End-of-Course (EoC) MCAP during their Government class on May 5th through May 8th . Students will complete two 40-minute sections per day. This test is a graduation requirement and counts as 20% of a student's final course grade. For more information and practice, please use the following link: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DAAIT/Assessment/HSA/index.aspx

Biology Testing: Students enrolled in Biology Semester 1 will take the Maryland Integrated Science Assessment (MISA) MCAP during their Biology class May 12th through May 15th . Students will complete two 40-minute sections per day. This test is a graduation requirement and counts as 20% of a student's final course grade. For more information and practice, please use the following link: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DAAIT/Assessment/MISA/index.aspx

Algebra 1 Testing: Students enrolled in Algebra 1 Semester 1 and Intermediate Algebra Prep Semester 1, and select students in Algebra 2, will take the Algebra 1 MCAP during their math course from May 19th through May 22nd. Students will complete one 40-minute section per day. This test is a graduation requirement and a score of 750 or higher is recognized as Math Mastery for the College and Career Readiness designation. For more information and practice, please use the following link: https://marylandpublicschools.org/about/Pages/DAAIT/Assessment/MCAP/Math.aspx

Advanced Placement (AP) Testing: Students will need to log in with their College Board credentials to access the resources below.

• AP Biology: May 4th at 8:00 am

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-biology/exam

• AP Literature: May 6th at 8:00 am

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-english-literature-and-composition/exam

• AP Physics 1: May 6th at 12:00 pm

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-physics-1/exam

• AP World History: May 7th at 8:00 am

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-world-history/exam

• AP African American Studies: May 7th at 12:00 pm

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-african-american-studies/exam

• AP Statistics: May 7th at 12:00 pm

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-statistics/exam

• AP US History: May 8th at 8:00 am

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-united-states-history/assessment

• AP Calculus AB & BC: May 11th at 8:00 am

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-calculus-ab/exam

• AP Music Theory: May 11th at 12:00 pm

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-music-theory/exam

• AP Precalculus: May 12th at 8:00 am

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-precalculus/exam

• AP Language: May 13th at 8:00 am

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-english-language-and-composition/exam

• AP Environmental: May 15th at 8:00 am

• About the Exam & Practice: https://apcentral.collegeboard.org/courses/ap-environmental-science/exam

All the above assessments are digital. Please arrive on time with a charged device. Please contact Mrs. Michelle Bradley (mebradley@worcesterk12.org or (410) 632-5199), if you have any questions or concerns.

April 2026

04/01 = Early Dismissal

04/02 = School Closed for Students

04/03-04/06 = School Closed for Spring Break

04/04 = National School Librarian Day

04/05-04/11 = Assistant Principals Week

04/10 = Report Cards Issued

04/16 = ASVAB Testing

04/19-04/25 = Public School Volunteer Week

04/21 = Spring Blood Drive

04/21 = Countywide Fine Arts Festival

04/25 = Junior/Senior Prom & After Prom

04/28 = School Bus Driver Appreciation Day

04/29 = Spring Music Concert

04/30 = ROTC Awards

May 2026

05/01 = School Lunch Hero Day

05/03-08 = National Teacher Appreciation Week

05/06 = National School Nurse Day

05/14 = WeXL (6pm)

05/15 = Mid-Terms Issued

05/15 = Senior Car Parade (6pm)

05/17 = Baccalaureate (7pm)

05/19 = Senior Intent Night (7pm)

05/21 = Senior Awards Night (6pm)

05/25 = Memorial Day / Schools Closed

05/26 = Graduation (7pm)

MISSION STATEMENT

Pocomoke High School will provide a rigorous learning environment where all students are encouraged and given the tools to be successful, resilient learners and productive, compassionate, culturally competent citizens.

VISION STATEMENT

Upon graduation, every student will demonstrate readiness for college or a career through a post-secondary education plan that facilitates life-long success.

WARRIOR CODE

The Warrior Code was developed as a way to promote the beliefs that are at the foundation of Pocomoke High School: A highly structured learning environment and high behavioral and academic expectations create an environment where students can excel at the highest levels. The Warrior Code can be easily remembered by the acronym “CAPS,” which stands for Courage, Achievement, Perseverance, and Scholarship. We are expected to honor the Warrior Code at all times, inside and outside the walls of Pocomoke High School.