From the Helm
Keeping the Crew up to Date! Volume 2 Issue 2 - 8/25/23
Greetings Clipper Nation!
It is with great pleasure I welcome you to the official start of the school year. I am excited to get back on the ship, leave the dock, and cruise through 2023-2024. This year we are focused on doing things together. "Together is Better!"
Principal Savage
When we return to school, your high schooler's most needed school supply is their laptop. We want to make every effort to get laptops into the hands of students before the first day. Please review the dates and times for your student's grade so you or your student can stop by the school and pick up their laptop.
*This year damaged laptops will result in fines and an office referral. Please encourage your student to be careful with their laptops.
What You Need to Know to Get Started!
Schedules will go live on the family portal on August 28th.
*When looking at your schedule online, select the matrix view. The matrix view is much easier to read.
Schedule Changes
Schedule changes cannot be made for teacher preference. All schedule changes must be approved by your school counselor and be in your best interest.
9th Only Back To School Night
*Avoid the line at this event by accessing your schedule through the portal and take a screenshot.
*Please plan to turn in your signed Student Personal Data Form and Health Questionnaire if you have not done so already.
Tuesday, Aug 29, 2023, 05:00 PM
James M Bennett High School
First PTSA-Parent, Student & Teacher Visits - For ALL students
Thursday, Sep 14, 2023, 04:00 PM
300 East College Avenue, Salisbury, MD, USA
9th graders first day is September 5th
10th, 11th and 12th graders first day is September 6th
Bus Information
Note: This year Flex is Class 3. This means the schedule will reflect a 5 period day.
Class 3 will Rotate throughout the week. *Unless students are taking a credited course during Class 3
Pick Your Wednesday Flex
Dress Code
No hats, hoods or visible bellies!
- We will not be using hallway lockers this year unless there is an extenuating reason a student would require a locker.
- If students have ATEX first period they need to be on the back bus ramp by 7:30am to leave on the ATEX bus by 7:35am.
- No outside beverages allowed in the building - water only.
- Laptops need to be charged and brought to school every day.
- Students are expected to check their school email regularly.
- Students should come dressed appropriate for school each and every day.
- Cellphones need to be put away during instruction.
- Free breakfast will be served between 7:25 and 7:35 in the cafeteria.
- All students have access to free breakfast and lunch. The office will not be accepting outside food or drink.
Guidance & Administration
In order to better assist our families we are pairing up our guidance counselors and administration for the 2023-2024 school year.
9th grade
Kathy Klaverweiden & Sarah Harmon
kklaverw@wcboe.org & seharmon@wcboe.org
10th –12th grade (A-D)
Krista Baker & Greg Lasinski
krbrown@wcboe.org & glasinski@wcboe.org
10th-12th grade (E-J)
Brader Dashiell & Alison Dunn
bdashiell@wcboe.org & adunn@wcboe.org
10th-12th grade (K-Q)
Jesse Serig & Matt Jones
jserig@wcboe.org & majones@wcboe.org
10th-12th grade (R-Z )
Lydia Rosa & Ron Greene
"Back to School Central" and Back to School Forms
Please check out the "Back to School Central" area on our webpage: https://jmb.wicomicoschools.org/
*All Back to School forms can be found at Forms & Notices | Wicomico County Public Schools (wicomicoschools.org)
Publicity Opt Out
Family Portal Login and Email Login Instructions
Viewing Student Schedule on the Family & Student Portal
Voluntary Student Insurance
Survey and Research Opt Out
Asbestos Management Plan
Integrated Pest Management Information
Laptop Agreement
Enrollment Forms
Health Forms
Athletic Physical Form
Forms can be returned during our open houses or via jmb@wcboe.org. They may also be dropped off in the main office.
*If you need any form printed please stop by our main office.
Homecoming Dance September 23rd from 8-10 - JMB Clipper Galley
School Spirit Week - information coming soon!
How to Stay in the Know?
The best way to stay in the know is to make sure we have accurate information on file. Please look over all the information on the Student Personal Data and Enrollment Information Form as this is the information we currently have on file for you. Make any corrections to the form in blue. If you need additional space for emergency contact use a separate sheet of paper. Sign the back of the form and return it to the school. If you prefer to fill out a new form you can find a copy on our website.
Other ways to stay connected:
Website: http://jmb.wcboe.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wcboejmb/
Guidance Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JMBGuidance/
JMB Sports Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/wcboejmbsports/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/wjmbnews
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wcboejmb/
School # 410-677-5141
James M. Bennett High School
Email: jmb@wcboe.org
Website: http://jmb.wcboe.org
Location: 300 East College Avenue, Salisbury, MD, USA
Phone: 410-677-5141
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wcboejmb/
