School pictures are now available!
To see if your child's pictures are available to view, please log in to your account at mylifetouch.com. If you don’t have an account yet, you can create one using your email address.
To locate your child's photos, you'll need their Student ID or Portrait ID and Access Code. If you don't have this information, you can:
Check your inbox for an email from Lifetouch that may contain your access credentials and a direct link to your child's images.
Wait for your proof sheet to arrive, which will include your Portrait ID and Access Code.
Contact the Lifetouch Help Center for assistance
Please note that pictures may not become available for all students at the same time, so check back later if you don't see your child's images yet.
*Please call the office if you need your students ID number.*
*Make up picture day is 12/2
MEET CARTER G. WOODSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL!
WES Mission Statement:
Carter G. Woodson Elementary School provides a rigorous Common Core-aligned curriculum to meet the needs of our diverse Pre-K to fifth-grade learners. We support our students in their development of critical thinking skills by providing hands-on learning experiences, developmentally appropriate research-based teaching practices, and small-group intervention, remediation, and enrichment, as well as varied health services in a fully accessible school building. The school, home, and community work as a team to ensure each child works to his/her full potential, both cognitively and socially. Our entire school community shares the belief that all children can and will learn.
Mr. Long's Message:
Welcome to Carter G. Woodson Elementary School! Home of the Woodson Waves! We are excited to partner with parents, staff, and the surrounding community to provide high-quality instruction and a safe and caring learning environment for the elementary scholars of Crisfield and the surrounding area. With your support, we will continue to Make Waves that exemplify quality relationship building, respect for self and others, and high academic achievement. Woodson Elementary School strives to be a safe and caring learning environment that supports relationships with students, staff, and community members.
Parent and Family Engagement Plan 2026-2027:
At Carter G. Woodson Elementary School, we believe that strong partnerships between families, students, staff, and the community are essential for every child's success. Our Family Engagement Plan was developed collaboratively with families and school staff to enhance student learning, communication, and success for all students. This plan focuses on fostering strong communication, supporting families, encouraging volunteering, promoting student learning, facilitating decision-making and advocacy, and collaborating with the community.
Yesterday, Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships delivered a special surprise to Somerset County Public Schools’ 2026–2027 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Corey Bivens of Carter G. Woodson Elementary School — her Teacher of the Year car!
We are incredibly grateful to Hertrich Family of Automobile Dealerships for recognizing and celebrating Mrs. Bivens’ dedication and commitment to education. Congratulations, Mrs. Bivens! We are proud to celebrate you and all you do for our students and school community!
Check out the Weekly Wave 10.19!
Picture day is Monday, October 19th. Please go to mylifetouch.com and use the picture day ID below to pre-purchase pictures.
Monday- Red Rally Day; wear your favorite red clothing
Tuesday- Sock It To Drugs; wear crazy or mismatched socks
Wednesday- Team Up Against Drugs; wear your favorite team shirt or jersey
Thursday- Shine Bright, Make Healthy Choices; wear bright colors
Friday- Wear Costumes; wear your Halloween costume; please nothing scary and leave accessories at home
Trunk or treat update!
Picture day is Monday, October 19th. Please go to mylifetouch.com and use the picture day ID below to pre-purchase pictures.
Somerset County Public Schools Teacher of the Year Attends 36th Annual Maryland State Teacher of the Year Gala!
This past Friday, Somerset County Public Schools’ 2026–2027 Teacher of the Year, Corey Bivens, attended the 36th Annual Maryland State Teacher of the Year Gala alongside Superintendent W. David Bromwell, Interim Deputy Superintendent Tracie Bartemy, Woodson Elementary School Principal Jensen Long, and her husband, Jason Bivens, an SCPS Maintenance Technician.
The gala celebrated outstanding educators from across Maryland and recognized their dedication, commitment, and lasting impact on students and school communities.
Somerset County Public Schools is proud to have Mrs.Corey Bivens represent our district at this special event and celebrate the excellence of educators throughout the state.
Here are some highlights from the evening!
Somerset County Public Schools is in need of a Volunteer Parent surrogate!
Surrogate parents represent children with disabilities when a parent is unavailable to serve in the educational decision-making process. They help ensure that a child’s educational needs are heard and considered.
Interested in learning more? Please get in touch with Zeb Barlow, Supervisor of Special Education, zbarlow@somerset.k12.md.us , 410-651-1616.
Woodson Elementary is thrilled to announce our September staff member of the month, Mrs. Kelly Townsend, and September teacher of the month, Mrs. Danielle Crockett. We are SO thankful for the both of you and all you do for our students! 💙🌊 🩵
