Miguel Ward received a Michael Cardin Scholarship given by The Maryland Association of Nonpublic Special Education Facilities (MANSEF). Miguel used his scholarship to attend a summer camp program called "Kids Cook!" through the For the Love of Food organization. For a week in August, Miguel participated with eight other students in the camp session titled, "How to Think Like a Chef" where he learned such cooking skills as sautéing, frying, grilling, and new techniques for chopping. He made dishes such as quiche with bacon, egg, and broccoli; blueberry pies, cole slaw, and his favorite foods—chicken tenders, macaroni and cheese, and home made ice cream. Miguel is grateful for this opportunity and hopes after graduation to work as a chef.

Horticulture Students and Department – Students in Horticulture Classes in September, under the direction of teacher, Ms. Margaret Crowther, and teaching assistant, Mr. Theado Davis, prepared centerpieces for dinner tables for Mr. and Mrs. Mark Pape (current parents), as they celebrated Mrs. Pape’s birthday and the couple’s 25th wedding anniversary with family and friends.

Powerlifting Team – The Baltimore City Special Olympic Powerlifting Team, consisting of three students from SES, took many gold, silver, and bronze medals at the Maryland State Fall Competitions held at Mt. St. Mary’s College on October 25. Jake Almond, Eric Mason, and Miguel Ward represented SES and Baltimore City. Their coach, Dr. Christine Manlove, SES Executive Director, was very proud of her team!