Somerset Co. Schools to remain virtual through end of year

WESTOVER, Md. – Somerset County Public Schools has extended its initial closure of schools for in-person learning until after the new year.

Schools initially closed on Monday, November 9th, after officials observed a rise in the county’s COVID-19 health metrics, as well as an increase in positive or exposed students and staff within the district’s schools. As of today, the county’s local COVID-19 health metrics remain well above the state recommended benchmarks for safe in-person learning, making the previous reopening target date of December 7th unattainable.

As of now, the new target date for reopening Somerset County Schools is Monday, January 4th.

During the closure, student meals will be available for curbside pickup at Deal Island Elementary, Greenwood Elementary, Princess Anne Elementary, Washington High School, Somerset Intermediate, Woodson Elementary, and Crisfield High School between 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. each school day, excluding holidays and closures.