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Stephen Decatur High School
​9913 Seahawk Road
Berlin, MD 21811
​Phone: 410-632-2880     
Fax: 410-641-1135
SDHS has transitioned to distance learning until January 18.
Students are expected to participate in daily synchronous and asynchronous learning.
Please follow course schedules.

HEALTH ALERTS:
On-site student COVID-19 testing next date TBA.
Click
here
to view the latest state data as you make decisions regarding travel.
Click here for important COVID-19 safety protocols.

Opt-In/Opt-Out for
​Semester One:
Opt-Out Semester One
Opt-In/Out-Out for
​Semester Two:
Opt-Out Semester Two
TRAVEL ADVISORY:
Heading out of town?
Maryland has issued a new travel order,
so be sure you know what that means for
your student.

Click here to view Maryland's
OUT of STATE TRAVEL ADVISORY.

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IMPORTANT UPDATES on TESTING:

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PSAT TESTING will take place on JANUARY 26th
All current sophomores and junior invitees are welcome to participate in the PSAT administration at Stephen Decatur High School on January 26th. All students must pre-register by clicking the infographic on the left. The PSAT will only be administered once students are cleared to be in the building. Any sophomore and junior invitee can take the PSAT regardless of whether they are on the list for in-person learning. There will be no make-ups for this exam. For questions, contact Mrs. Mandi Wells at (410) 632 - 2962.
If students are enrolled in the following courses, they are required to take the exam/state exam.

Required Testing Areas:

Government:
HSA-Government

Physical Science: MISA
Chemistry:  MISA
English 11:  Accuplacer
Intermediate Algebra Prep: Accuplacer



​Both the HSA-Government and MISA are required state assessments for high school graduation. The Accuplacer is the official final exam for English 11 and Intermediate Algebra Prep. Additionally, the Accuplacer counts toward "College and Career Readiness." It is imperative that students take all tests seriously.

Please continue to view the testing calendar for dates, times, and important updates.


NOTE: Bus transportation will be extremely limited and potentially unavailable in some areas.  Please call Mr. Hill transportation is an issue.

CDC safety guidelines will be followed while testing takes place. Please bring your device, CHARGED AND UPDATED, as well as a mask.

We mask for
​your safety!
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#MaskUpWorcester
#BetterTogether
#WeAreWorcester

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QR CODE
​for STUDENT ENTRY
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STUDENT SCREENING
Please help us as we work to
protect your children and our staff!

As we welcome students back into our building, please be advised that there will be a mandatory screening process
​using a QR code
.

Students will need to open their phone cameras, point to the QR code, and complete the health screening form.

All students must display a green screen with the word "ENTER"  in order to be admitted into the building. The QR sign will be posted on all entry doors and on all buses. It is also available for scanning and for download below.
sdhs_student_building_entry_screening_form_20-21.docx
File Size: 26 kb
File Type: docx
Download File


The school-year might look a little different this year,
but we want to ensure the health and safety of our Decatur family!

For Virtual Learning Resources & Updates and the January Principal's Newsletter, click here.

For information about iPADS, TEXTBOOKS, and/or INSTRUMENT pick-up, click here.
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DAILY STUDENT EXPECTATIONS:

1. Log in to Schoology Account promptly at 8:00 a.m.
2. Know your Bell Schedule:  
    Period One 8:00 - 9:29
    Period Two 9:35 - 11:04
    Period Four 11:10 - 1:04 (lunch period varies)
    Period 5 1:10 - 2:40
3. Click on the course for the designated block.
4. All courses will have a uniform layout with folders titled  
    "This Week," "Resources," and "Previous Weeks."
5. Click on the "This Week" folder for each class at the
    beginning of the period to receive further directions
    for assignments and Zoom conferences.
*Synchronous learning will take place each day and all students are expected to participate in real-time instruction.  *Attendance will be taken.
*Schoology log-in credentials are printed on the student's schedule.
*For additional resources and on-line expectations, click here.

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Calendar of Events:
January 4 Winter Sports Regular Season
January 6 - 26 TESTING (Postponed)
January 11 After School Academy Winter Session
January 18 Closed for MLK Observance
January 26 PSAT School Administration  
               (Sophomores and Invited Juniors)
January 28 - 29 Final Exams
February 1 Closed/Professional Day
February 2 Semester Two Begins
February 3 - 4 Government HSA
February 15 Closed for Presidents' Day
March 13 SAT Saturday Administration
March 24 SAT School Administration (Juniors)
April 24 PROM
April 26 Presidential Service Tracking Form &   
                required COVID-19 waiver(s) due
May 8 SAT Saturday Administration
May 3 - May 14 Advanced Placement Testing
May 11 WeXL Banquet
June 2 Class of 2021 Commencement Ceremony
June 5 SAT Saturday Administration

*For additional events for Worcester County Public Schools,
​visit 
www.worcesterk12.org.

Check out
​"The Hawk" newspaper at

decaturhawk.com

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The Decatur Way! The Way to Grow! Pride Achievement Respect Responsibility
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PRIDE      ACHIEVEMENT      RESPECT     RESPONSIBILITY

​The Decatur Way:
The Way to Grow​

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     A Character Education School
Preparing

for the
World


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Buy your ​
​YEARBOOK TODAY! 

​
Go to
www.yearbookforever.com

Be sure to also
follow us on:
Instagram
Twitter
Facebook

and
Snapchat!
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The After School Academy is now offering a
VIRTUAL PEER SUPPORT GROUP!
Mondays from 2:45 - 4p.m.
​Register on-line now by clicking
​on the Extended School tab.
Last Updated: January 15, 2021
EEO Employer
Worcester County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: 
Supervisor of Human Resources

Worcester County Board of Education
6270 Worcester Highway
Newark, MD 21841
(410) 632-5000
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