Attendance Matters:
Maryland's attendance rate represents the average daily attendance rate of students in grades 1-12. The state's proficient standard for attendance rate is 94% and the advanced standard is 96%.
TCES Currently: 92.81%
The chronic absenteeism measure identifies students that are absent (lawful AND unlawful) 10% or more of the school days while enrolled at that school. For example, a student who is registered to attend a school for 30 days and who is absent 3 of those 30 days is considered chronically absent.
Last year: 32% of students at TCES were considered chronically absent
Currently: 24.5% of students at TCES are considered chronically absent
6/3-6/7 TCES Attendance Rate: 95.97%
6/3-6/7 Grade Level Attendance Award:
PreK won the week with 98%. AMAZING JOB, PreK!
We're grateful to all for your efforts to be here! Every day matters in the pursuit of knowledge.
You can check attendance records in HAC. If you notice any days that are unlawful (marked red), please send an email to smverhaagh@smcps.org, or submit the reason for the absence online through our school website.
Per a recent press release, St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) began accepting Pre- Kindergarten 4 Applications on Thursday, April 11, 2024. The Blueprint for Maryland’s Future allows for families with children who are 4 years old on or before September 1, 2024, to apply for full-day Pre-Kindergarten. All families are welcome to apply; however, income is the primary qualifier for eligibility. Families with an annual income at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) or families that are experiencing homelessness are deemed income eligible and will be accepted first. All applications will be screened and identified on a System of Tiers.
The SMCPS website, www.smcps.org, has information and guidance for completing the 2024-
2025 Pre-Kindergarten Application. You may also contact us using the helpdesk form, call 301-
475-5511 ext. 32285, or email Mrs. Charlottis Woodley, Director of Parent & Family
Engagement, at cmwoodley@smcps.org. Spanish language assistance is available.
There are also resources available to facilitate connections to high-quality childcare: The
Promise Resource Center at 240-258-2288, the MSDE Childcare Finder, and the SMCPS’ Judy Center Early Learning Hubs at 301-863-4068.
The Wellness Committee needs your help! We need volunteers to come by and water the garden this summer. Please review the available slots and click on the button to sign up if you would like to help. You will be able to keep whatever produce becomes ripe during your shift!
Parents, it's time to buy your 1st Day School Supplies. It may seem early, but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late or supplies run out. Start the school year with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year! Get them today before it's too late!
Last day to order is July 1st and the PTO gets $5 for every box sold which will be used for the beginning of the year expenses and events like the Fall Festival.
