Somerset County Education Board

Central Office maintains finance, technology, finance, special education, secondary education, workforce development, student services and human resources departments. It is governed by Somerset County Public School, which offers a range of learning and educational opportunities for students. The district serves more than 2,800 students in pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Its schools offer instruction in math, science, English and physical education. Somerset County Public School s schools administer the English for Speakers of Other Languages program. Its schools have dance, presentation and ladies clubs. The district s schools maintain libraries that offer a variety of educational resources and materials. Its schools provide opportunities for students to participate in a range of sports activities, such as soccer, hockey, volleyball, cross-country, basketball, softball, baseball, golf, and track and field. The district s schools have parent-teacher organizations that work for student welfare.

Worcester County Board of Education operates several elementary, middle and high schools. It is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Its schools academic curricula include various subjects, such as English, math, science, social studies and language arts. The district s schools also offer courses in computer science, music, business administration, physical education, art, home economics and industrial arts. Worcester County Board of Education s schools operate various student organizations, including the National Honor Society, a student government, and art, key, ecology and dance clubs. Its schools also support several sports activities, such as baseball, basketball, softball, hockey, cross country, wrestling, golf, tennis, soccer, and track and field. Worcester County Board of Education is located in Newark, Md.

Buckingham Elementary School, established in 1978 and located in Berlin, Md. It offers classes in grades kindergarten through four and serves more than 400 students. The school curriculum includes reading, language, mathematics, health and safety, arts, science, social studies, media skills, art, and music and dance, and physical education. Special programs and services are provided for students with disabilities and special needs. The school also offers academic recognition programs, after school hours and summer programs, and organizes science and technology fairs. Its sports activities include softball, baseball, and track and field. The school has a parent-teacher association that assists in various school activities. It also offers health care, transportation and foodservice. Buckingham Elementary School is affiliated with the Worcester County Public Schools and accredited by the Middle State Association of Colleges and Schools.