WCPS Maryland

Washington County Public Schools

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

We are proud to honor our own @wcpsmd Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Robin Papa from Clear Spring High School! She and 23 other outstanding educators are being recognized at today’s Maryland State BOE meeting.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Congratulations to our first @wcpsmd Class of 2026 – at the InnovatED Learning Center! It was evident this milestone achievement was especially meaningful to this group of 23 graduates.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

I have just over a month left in my term as superintendent of @wcpsmd. This community has left a lasting impression on me, and I want to say thank you to the people, partnerships, and experiences that shaped my time here.

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[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Congrats to our 2026 @wcpsmd retirees! We celebrated with some of the 101 team members who are making this their last school year in their careers. The 101 retirees have dedicated a combined 2,588 years of service to our students and our community! We thank you!

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Loved joining Prin. Chris Cline from @er_hicks at the @WallaceFdn MD School Leadership Honors event. @arunamiller had a citation from @iamwesmoore for each amazing school leader! @wcpsmd proud!

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Proud to celebrate the work of our amazing reading and math tutor apprentices! Thank you for being difference makers and enhancing the learning experiences for our @wcpsmd younger learners.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

We’re excited to celebrate our 5 Teacher of the Year finalists and all WCPS teachers! Tonight’s event honors our community’s educators and thanks them for supporting and guiding our students. #wcpsproud

[WCPS Maryland @wcpsmd]

WCPS CALENDAR REMINDERS FOR APRIL:
• APRIL 1, 2026: Two-Hour Early Dismissal (End of 3rd Marking Period)
• APRIL 2, 2026: No School for Students (Professional Learning Day for Teachers)
• APRIL 3–6: All Schools & CES Closed (Spring Break)

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[WCPS Maryland @wcpsmd]

Washington County Public Schools will dismiss students 2 hours early tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2026. All after-school and evening activities are canceled.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Congratulations to our fifth and final @wcpsmd Teacher of the Year finalist, Caitlin Keller! She is a teacher at Boonsboro Middle School in our Connections program and now a two-time finalist.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Congratulations to Angie Stouffer, our next @wcpsmd Teacher of the Year finalist! She is a Science teacher at Smithsburg High School, and a three-time finalist for this award.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Our third @wcpsmd Teacher of the Year finalist is Ashley Doyle, one of the Health Professions teachers at Boyd J. Michael, III Technical High School! Congratulations!

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Our next @wcpsmd Teacher of the Year finalist is from Clear Spring High School, Robin Papa! We got to surprise this Math teacher during her Honors Algebra II class!

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

We are announcing our @wcpsmd Teacher of the Year finalists this morning! First up – Kaelii Boyer, a 1st grade teacher at Clear Spring Elementary!

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Rounding out our @wcpsmd Gold Compass honorees is Nicole Rhodes, 3rd grade teacher at Lincolnshire Elementary. Her dedication to positive relationships, continuous learning, and community involvement reflects our core values of Academic Excellence, Growth Mindset, and Community.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Congratulations to Rachel Dayley, Multilingual Lead Teacher at South High! This @wcpsmd Gold Compass honoree is recognized for leading impactful professional learning for staff & her positive presence throughout the school. She exemplifies Engagement, Growth Mindset, & Belonging.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Gavin Myers is our next @wcpsmd Gold Compass honoree! He is the Asst. Principal at Eastern Elementary, & he recently served as Acting Principal. He supported students & kept the school community moving forward. His leadership demonstrates Growth Mindset, Belonging, & Well-being.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Congrats to Nicole Nicarry, LPN at Marshall Street School! This @wcpsmd Gold Compass Award honoree is recognized for creating a caring environment & ensuring students feel safe & supported with their health each day. She demonstrates Growth Mindset, Belonging, & Well-being.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Summit Teacher Tim Sowell from Jonathan Hager Elementary is our next @wcpsmd Gold Compass honoree. He challenges students, makes learning fun, and ensures every student feels included. He exemplifies our Core Values of Engagement, Growth Mindset, and Belonging.

[Dr. David Sovine @DaveSovine]

Congratulations to Dan Martin, Custodial Engineer II at Williamsport High – a @wcpsmd Gold Compass honoree. He’s recognized for his hard work to help make sure the school was safe & welcoming when it reopened this year. He demonstrates our Core Values of Belonging & Well-being.