News and Publications

2026

  • WPS Alumni Association Hosts 100-Day Breakfast for the Class of 2026

    Berlin, MD – In a heartwarming event on the morning of Friday, February 13, the Worcester Preparatory School (WPS) Alumni Association celebrated a significant milestone—the final 100 days before graduation—for the class of 2026. Held in the library lecture room, the occasion was marked by a delicious breakfast, stirring speeches, and wonderful advice from Lower School students.
     
    WPS Alumni Association President Ashlee Reed Hidell ’00 welcomed the seniors and shared words of encouragement for the journey ahead. Guest speaker Roscoe Leslie ’96, an attorney for Worcester County, is married to Worcester Preparatory School English teacher Megan Leslie and is the parent of two WPS students. He reflected on his path from Worcester Prep to college and career, and the lasting impact the school had on his future.
     
    One of the morning’s highlights came as seniors read notes of advice from Lower School students about their first year of college — from spending time with their parents to remembering to brush their teeth. The thoughtful messages brought plenty of smiles and laughter to close out a meaningful celebration.
     
    Founded in 1970, WPS is a private, independent Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 School, located in Berlin, Maryland. Approximately 500 students attend from Maryland, Delaware and Virginia. For more information about WPS, please visit www.worcesterprep.org or call 410.641.3575.

  • WPS Valentine's Program Spreads the Love

    Berlin, MD – On Thursday, February 12, the Lower School at Worcester Preparatory School hosted its annual Valentine’s Program, welcoming senior citizens from Gull Creek Assisted Living for a morning filled with music, laughter, and heartfelt connections.
     
    First- and second-grade students delighted their guests by performing songs, poems, and Valentine-themed jokes. The students also served refreshments and presented their visitors with handmade Valentine’s cards, creating a warm and festive atmosphere that celebrated friendship across generations in Berlin, Maryland.
     
    Founded in 1970, Worcester Preparatory School is a private, independent Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 school serving approximately 500 students from Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia. For more information about Worcester Prep, please visit www.worcesterprep.org or call 410.641.3575.

  • Berlin Mayor Visits WPS 4th Grade

    On Thursday, February 5, Mrs. Jankowski and Mrs. Purnell's 4th-grade classes had the opportunity to meet with Mayor Zack Tyndall of the Town of Berlin, Maryland, to discuss the annual Maryland Municipal League’s “If I Were Mayor, I Would…” essay contest.

    At Worcester Preparatory School (WPS), participating in this essay contest has evolved into a cherished tradition. This year's theme, “90 Years Strong: Where Tradition Meets Innovation,” encourages students to identify a tradition they value in their community and imagine how, as mayor, they would carry that tradition 90 years into the future.

    During the meeting, Mayor Tyndall shared insights about his responsibilities as mayor, the departments that help govern Berlin, and many of Berlin’s beloved traditions.
     
    Founded in 1970, WPS is a private, independent Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 School, located in Berlin, Maryland. Approximately 500 students attend from Maryland, Delaware and Virginia. For more information about WPS, please visit www.worcesterprep.org or call 410.641.3575.

  • WPS Class of 2027 Ring Ceremony

    Berlin, MD –The annual Junior Ring Ceremony for the Worcester Preparatory School (WPS) Class of 2027 took place on Thursday, February 5, 2026. A cherished WPS tradition, the ceremony features seniors presenting juniors with their class rings and sharing thoughtful remarks about why each recipient is special to them. The Ring Ceremony continues to be an inspiring celebration of friendship, mentorship, and the strong bonds shared among students.
     
    Founded in 1970, Worcester Preparatory School is a private, independent Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 school located in Berlin, Maryland. Approximately 500 students attend WPS from Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia. For more information about Worcester Preparatory School, visit www.worcesterprep.org or call 410.641.3575.

  • WPS Announces Middle School Winter Sports Award Recipients

    Berlin, MD – Congratulations to this year’s Worcester Preparatory School (WPS) Middle School students who captured coveted Winter Sports Awards.
     
    Middle School Cheerleading
    MVP – Emma Deweerdt (Berlin, MD)
    Coach’s Award – Elif Tekmen (Bishopville, MD)
    Most Improved Player – Emma Sherrin (Ocean City, MD)
     
    7th Grade Girls Basketball
    MVP – Camille Leslie (Berlin, MD)
    Coach’s Award – Kensley Fones (Bishopville, MD)
    Most Improved Player – Josie Plitko (Berlin, MD)
     
    7th Grade Boys Basketball
    MVP – Arian Zheng (Selbyville, DE)
    Coach’s Award – Eli Parker (Snow Hill, MD)
    Most Improved Player – Rawnak Brar (Berlin, MD)
     
    8th Grade Girls Basketball
    MVP – Haley Hanna (Bishopville, MD)
    Coach’s Award – Tenley Absher (Berlin, MD)
    Most Improved Player – Isabella Rice (Bishopville, MD)
     
    8th Grade Boys Basketball
    MVP – CJ Labin (Rehoboth Beach, DE)
    Coach’s Award – Landon Carmean (Georgetown, DE)
    Most Improved Player – Nonda Gjikuria (Ocean City, MD)
     
    Founded in 1970, WPS is a private, independent Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 School, located in Berlin, Maryland. Approximately 500 students attend from Maryland, Delaware and Virginia. For more information about WPS, please visit www.worcesterprep.org or call 410.641.3575.

  • WPS Lower School Meet Santa to Give Gifts for Diakonia

    Berlin, MD – On Wednesday, December 17, Worcester Preparatory School’s (WPS) Lower School students eagerly lined up to visit Santa and share the spirit of giving by donating gifts to Diakonia.
     
    Each Lower School student, from Pre-K through Grade 5, arrived in the dining hall with one or more wrapped gifts and personally handed them to Santa to be distributed to Diakonia. In total, hundreds of gifts were donated to Diakonia’s homeless shelter in West Ocean City, Maryland, which provides emergency and transitional housing, food services, and counseling for its guests.
     
    This annual tradition reflects the WPS community’s commitment to service and compassion, while teaching students the importance of helping others during the holiday season. The school extends its gratitude to Lower School students and families, as well as the Diakonia staff and volunteers, for their hard work and continued support.
     
    Founded in 1970, Worcester Preparatory School is a private, independent school serving students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 and is located in Berlin, Maryland. Approximately 500 students attend from Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia. For more information about WPS, please visit www.worcesterprep.org or call 410.641.3575.

  • WPS Upper School Supports Local Communities Through Annual SGA Food Drive

    Berlin, MD – The annual Student Government Association (SGA)–sponsored Food Drive at Worcester Preparatory School (WPS) began on November 12. On Thursday, December 18, the Upper School community came together to sort and prepare donations of canned goods and other non-perishable food items for distribution to local nonprofit organizations.
     
    The collected items will be delivered to ten centers throughout Maryland and Delaware, helping to provide meals for individuals and families in need during the holiday season and beyond. In addition to food donations, students contributed $5 each to help purchase meat for holiday dinners.
     
    The following organizations will receive and distribute the food collected:
    • The Seaford Community Food Closet, Seaford, DE
    • Helping Hands Food Bank, Frankford, DE
    • Atlantic United Methodist Church, Ocean City, MD
    • HALO, Salisbury, MD
    • Diakonia, Inc., Ocean City, MD
    • Sonrise Church, Berlin, MD
    • The Joseph House, Salisbury, MD
    • Stevenson United Methodist Church Spirit Kitchen, Berlin, MD
    • St. Paul’s by the Sea Episcopal Church, Ocean City, MD
    • Berlin First Baptist Church, Berlin, MD
     
    Worcester Preparatory School thanks its students, families, and faculty for their continued generosity and commitment to service within the community.
     
    Founded in 1970, Worcester Preparatory School is a private, independent school serving students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 and is located in Berlin, Maryland. Approximately 500 students from Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia attend the school. For more information about WPS, please visit www.worcesterprep.org or call 410.641.3575.
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Worcester Preparatory School

508 South Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811
Phone: 410-641-3575 | Fax: 410-641-3586
Celebrating 50 years, WPS is an independent, college prep day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 students. Located in Berlin, Maryland, the private school attracts an average of 500 students from Maryland, Delaware and Virginia.