September 19, 2024

September

• Talbot Goes Purple

September 15 - October 15 - Hispanic Heritage Month

September 20 - Early Dismissal – Teacher In-Service

September 21 - BAAM Center Health Fair

September 22 - First Day of Fall

September 22 - MSDE Advisory Council Applications Due

September 23 - 26 - Alex Boye Assemblies

September 23 - Alex Boye Parent/Community Night - SMMHS - 6:30 - 7:30

September 25 - Alex Boye Parent/Community Night - EHS - 6:30 - 7:30

September 27 - Early Dismissal - Teacher In-Service/Secondary Conferences

September 28 - Frederick Douglass Day (Talbot)

September 29 - "Sentenced" Documentary Film Screening - North Dorchester High School - 5:45 p.m.

Gabriella Streaker and Brynn Lizewski sworn in as student board members.

Easton High Clay Shooting Team Recognized

Kelly Coutts - Fullbright U.S. Teacher Award

Jeremy Hillyard - MD Teacher of the Year Finalist

This is a reminder that Friday September 20 is an early dismissal day for all TCPS students. There will be Teacher-In Service.

The Mid-Shore Constitution Alliance hosted their annual celebration of Constitution Day on Tuesday, September 17th at the Academy Art Museum. To honor the day, renowned actors Darius Wallace and Kurt Smith brought to life historic figures Frederick Douglass and Thomas Jefferson. On September 18th, the actors performed at St. Michaels Middle High, educating the students about the lives their characters lead and the world in which they lived.

ADVISORY COUNCILS | MSDE recently announced a call for applicants for the new Principal, Teacher, and Family Advisory Councils. Please help to spread the word to those who may be interested in participating. More information about each council can be found on our website. Application deadline: Sunday, September 22

BAAM Center Health Fair

September 21st from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

30 Jowite St. - Easton, MD

Sponsored by the Talbot County Health Department

Lunch and a $25 Aldi Gift Card to all who attend.

Alex Boye is returning to TCPS this month on his highly acclaimed “You Are a 10!” school tour. He will talk with students about his experiences of being the son of a single Nigerian immigrant mother in the United Kingdom, his challenges growing up, and his success as an international motivational performer and author. He will perform many of his hit songs to amplify his message of hope, optimism, and self-worth. New this year: Parent/Community Nights at SMMHS and EHS!

September 23- All Assemblies at SMHS

8:00 – 8:45 SMHS

9:15 – 10:00 SMMS

1:15 – 2:00 SMES & TES (Grades 3 – 5)

6:30 – 7:30 Parent Night

September 24 – All Assemblies at EHS

9:00-9:45 EMS

10:00 -10:45 CDES & WMES

1:00-1:45 EMS

September 25- All Assemblies at EHS

8:00 – 8:45 EHS (9th Gr)

9:30 – 10:15 EES

1:15 – 2:00 EES

6:30 – 7:30 Parent Night

September 26- All Assemblies at EHS

8:00 – 8:45 EHS (11th Gr)

9:00 – 9:45 EHS (12th Gr)

12:15 – 1:00 EHS (10th Gr)

***Elementary assemblies will be for grades 3 – 5***

FREE BUS TRANSPORTATION IS AVAILABLE FROM EASTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Departing at 4:45 p.m. REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED!

Despite political and social polarization, folks still come together on issues that unite us. What could be more binding than literacy? Differences on education methods exist, but not on the importance of ensuring everyone learns to read. In a recent event at the Library of Congress, David Banks, the Chancellor of NYC Public Schools, suggested, 'we all need to work together to deal with this crisis’. Setting the example, in just the two years since assuming the helm as Chancellor, he has implemented NYC Reads, a standard curriculum of teaching kids to read across the entire NYC school system.

On short notice, but with the fortunate backing of J2W Foundation in support of the Campaign for Grade Level Reading, a national organization with over 350 communities networked that are laser focused on the predictive indicator of 3rd grade reading, the film will be screened here on Sunday, September 29th, at North Dorchester High School. Following the film, a panel of local leaders and educators will discuss the pathways to improving outcomes and achieving grade level literacy by the third grade.

Al Sikes, one of the founders of READ Alliance, will moderate the discussion.

Panelists:

Cristy Morrell Executive Director Critchlow Adkins

Sharon Pepukayi Superintendent Talbot County Public Schools

James Redman Principal Polaris Village Academy

Jymil Thompson Superintendent Dorchester County Public Schools

John Wyatt Founder J2W Foundation

Congratulations to Diana Contento, Easton Elementary School Pre-k Instructional Assistant, our Applebee's Support Staff Award winner!

Talbot Goes Purple is a substance abuse awareness program that engages our community and youth to stand against substance abuse. TGP is a prevention initiative, and focuses on evidence-based programs and activities with local youth.

The project is based upon THP Project Purple, an initiative of The Herren Project, a 501(c)3 non-profit foundation established by former NBA basketball player, Chris Herren, that assists individuals and families struggling with addiction. To learn more about the Talbot Goes Purple initiative, click on the image or follow "Talbot Goes Purple" on Facebook.

Prior to the start of each school year, TCPS is requiring parents to opt in for student transportation to and from school. This information will result in more efficient transportation operation by providing the Office of Student Transportation accurate ridership data. Families will be emailed a link to a Transportation Request form in the month of July to request or decline transportation. Families that do not complete the form for each child will be opted out of transportation services for the school year.

Please note, parents with a student who has transportation provided as part of an IEP will not be affected as eligibility for special needs transportation is determined as part of a separate IEP process.

Students must attend their home school based on their residence in order to receive bus service.

Students attending a school other than their home school are not eligible.

Families can opt back in for transportation at any time, as long as the student qualifies for busing services. The TCPS Student Transportation Request form can be found on our website.

The Frederick Douglass Honor Society cordially invites you to join the celebration of Talbot County’s most famous native son, Frederick Douglass…slave, author, statesman, a lifelong champion of equal rights and justice, and a man who influenced peers and presidents alike during a tumultuous time in our nation’s history.

10am to 3pm - Washington St. & West St. in Easton (between Dover & Glenwood)

Parade - 10am

Street Parade (Glenwood Avenue to the Talbot County Court House, Washington Street) led by the Parade’s Grand Marshall Walter Black and Honorary Grand Marshalls – the family of Frederick Douglass Founding Member Eric Lowery.

Welcome Ceremony - 10:30am

Welcome Ceremony on the front lawn of the Talbot County Court House features special guests, school bands, bagpiper, professional singers, original poetry, and a Frederick Douglass reading.

Children's Village - 11am to 3pm

The Children’s Village located on the front lawn of the Talbot Free Library features face paintings, games, mapping, readings by Shauna Beulah and author Timothy Young, free Frederick Douglass coloring books, free Baltimore Ravens wristbands and much more.

Marketplace - 11am to 3pm

Our Frederick Douglass Marketplace features local and regional food vendors, a variety of artisans and not for profit organizations. Located at Dover and West Streets across from the Talbot County Free Library.

Frederick Douglass Geocaching - 12 Noon

Pickup your passport with map and instructions at the Talbot County Free Library and explore the Frederick Douglass Geocaching Trail created by Autumn Redman and Girl Scouts #1308. Learn about his life in Talbot County and collect a commemorative coin and photograph at the end of the trail.

Entertainment Stage - 12 Noon to 3 pm

Live Entertainment features Rap Artist Baba Bomani, Ian Young, Isaiah Robinson, DeLeon Foster, Stefany Sofia Fernandez Hernandez, Melissa Wise, and DJ Alan Butler.

Frederick Douglass Lecture - 1 PM

The 2024 Frederick Douglass Lecture will be proved by Keidrick Roy, PhD, Harvard University and American Dark Age: Racial Feudalism and the Rise of Black Liberalism author. Book signing to follow the lecture.

All Frederick Douglass Day Events Are Free and Open to the Public

Frederick Douglass Day is presented by the Frederick Douglass Honor Society,

the Town of Easton, Talbot County and the Talbot County Free Library.

For more information visit: FrederickDouglassHonorSociety.com

September 30, 2024

5:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Talbot County Free Library

Two simultaneous sessions:

Session for children ages 3-12

Session for adults

Dinner will be provided.

EMPOWER ME, a child sexual abuse prevention program, teaches children and adults about personal safety. Children learn safety rules and how to develop a safety net of trusted results.

For more information contact paris.quillet@maryland.gov

Presented by the Talbot County Department of Social Services.

Free Medical Equipment Assistance in MD!

The Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives (GOCI), Faith & Blue, and the Hispanic American Police Command Officers Association (HAPCOA) are collaborating on a new initiative. The program provides free medical equipment to residents of Maryland who are facing financial constraints. The available equipment includes wheelchairs, hospital beds, walkers, crutches, canes, lift chairs, and toilet seats.

Details:

• Free Equipment Available: Wheelchairs, hospital beds, walkers, crutches, canes, lift chairs, and toilet seats

• Free Delivery: Within Maryland, depending on distance

• No Cost to Recipients

• Simple Application Process

Contact Information:

With the new school year approaching, now is a great time to think abut safety. Join the 350 parents, teachers, and students who have already made the important decision to enroll in SafeTime. The app is designed to both empower us all with a super easy social media integrated tool to alert the proper authorities if we see something suspicious, AND to raise student self-esteem via the creation and exposure to fun, positive messaging.

• Special Education Teacher
• Behavior Counselor

• School Bus Driver | salary range: $23.51 - $31.77 per hour
• Alternative School Vehicle (Van) Driver
• School Bus Aide
• Instructional Assistant

2024 - 2025 Youth Sports Programs for Perkins Family and Easton Family YMCA

Youth Basketball: Ages 3-12

· Season Runs October 21 - December 21 with one weeknight practice and Saturday games

· Early Bird Registration runs August 1 - September 8: $75 Members / $100 Participants

· Standard Registration runs September 9 - October 6: $85 Members / $110 Participants

· Sponsors and Coaches needed. Discount may apply to registration fee with coaching commitment

Indoor Soccer: Ages 2-11

· Season Runs January 11, 2025 - March 1, 2025 with Saturday practices and games

· Early Bird Registration runs October 7 - November 17: $75 Members / $100 Participants

· Standard Registration runs November 18 - December 18: $85 Members / $110 Participants

· Sponsors and Coaches needed. Discount may apply to registration fee with coaching commitment

Contact:

Perkins Family YMCA Programs:

Tracy Eutsler - teutsler@ymcachesapeake.org or

Jennifer Dean - perkinssports@ymcachesapeake.org

Easton Family YMCA Programs:

Bunky Murray - jmurray@ymcachesapeake.org

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Shore Legal Access connects Eastern Shore individuals and families in need of legal representation with volunteer attorneys to ensure that justice truly is for all.

This year TCPS is going “cashless” for tickets for all of our athletic events using GoFan. You can purchase tickets ahead of time online or at the gate using a credit or debit card. GoFan accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate using Apple Pay and Google Pay. Admission to all events at the Easton High and St. Michaels High Stadiums and Gymnasiums is $6 (children 6 and under are free). Cash payment will not be accepted at the gate.

Tickets can be purchased using the following links:

Easton High

St. Michaels Middle High