Pocomoke High School, located near the Cypress lined Pocomoke River, is a small rural school that enjoys unprecedented support and pride from the surrounding community. Home of Pride, Honor, and Scholarship, PHS students excel in academics and in extracurricular activities. PHS endeavors to prepare all students to compete intellectually and vocationally in an ever-changing global society. Pocomoke High School has been accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Mission Statement The Pocomoke City Public Schools, an enthusiastic rural learning partnership of parents, educators, and community agencies, empowers all students to meet rigorous academic standards and to develop into responsible, involved life-long learners who can excel in their endeavors, contribute positively to their society, and fulfill their personal dreams.
School Highlights and Awards 1999 Blue Ribbon School of Excellence; Boys State Champions in Soccer in 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008; State Champions in Girls' Field Hockey in 2003, 2004, 2005,2006, 2007and 2008; 1998 Governor's Green School; earned full accreditation from the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools in Fall of 2003; and an MCJROTC Honors School in 2004, 2005 and 2006.
Special Programs Mentoring Club, Gospel Chorus, Pep Band, Adult Mentors, Student Intern, Peer Mediation, Mathematics Engineering Science Achievement Club (MESA), Great Expectations
After School Programs Upward Bound, Drama Club, Mock Trial Team, Legal Interns, Flying Club, Ecology Club, SADD Club, Key Club, After School Learning Academy, Summer Learning Academy, Foreign Language Club, FCCLA
Parent Involvement Opportunities Band Boosters, Athletic Boosters, After Prom Committee, Parent Volunteers (Band Front, Marching Band, Guidance Department), School Improvement Advisory Committee, After School Learning Academy Advisory Committee, Chaperones for Field Trips
Address 1817 Old Virginia Rd Pocomoke, MD 21851 Phone 410-632-5180 Fax 410-632-5189
Administration Principal: Mr. Tyrone Mills Assistant Principals: Mr. James Covington and Extended School Administrator Mrs. Kimberly Purvis
Guidance Counselors: Mr. Timothy Ferry and Mr. Derrick Fooks
Grades Grade 9 through Grade 12 School Day Begins at 8:00 AM; Ends at 2:48 PM Enrollment 480 students
Pocomoke High School, located near the Cypress lined Pocomoke River, is a small rural school that enjoys unprecedented support and pride from the surrounding community. Home of Pride, Honor, and Scholarship, PHS students excel in academics and in extracurricular activities. PHS endeavors to prepare all students to compete intellectually and vocationally in an ever-changing global society. Pocomoke High School has been accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.