October 10, 2024

October

• Disability History and Awareness Month
• National Principals Month
• National Bullying Prevention Month

October 11 - 12 - Yom Kippur
October 14 - Board of Education Work Session - 5:30 p.m.

October 16 - Unity Day

October 16 - Board of Education - Regular Meeting - 6:00 p.m.

October 18 - Early Dismissal - Teacher In-Service

October 19 - Community Resource Expo

October 21 - 25 - National Bus Safety Week

October 30 - End of Quarter

November

• Native American Heritage Month

November 1 - Early Dismissal - PM Teacher Grading
November 5 - Election Day; Schools closed for students

November 7 - Early dismissal- Elementary Conferences /Secondary Teacher In-Service

November 8 - Schools Closed

November 11- 15 - National School Psychology Week

November 10 - 22 - American Education Week

November 27 - 29 - Thanksgiving Break

Hello TCPS Families!

I’m recording this week's update at Easton High as we look forward to the Warriors' Homecoming festivities. Right behind me you can see the seniors decorating the halls, and in other halls, the underclassmen are also decorating. I hope students, families, and alumni have a fun and safe weekend.

The Board of Education will meet on Monday, October 14 at 5:30 pm for a work session, and on Wednesday, October 16 at 6 pm for its regular meeting. We invite community members to attend in person or watch the livestream, which will be available on the TCPS website.

Next Wednesday, October 16th, we wear orange to celebrate Unity Day. Together we will show our unity to support kindness, acceptance, and inclusion and send a clear message that no one should experience bullying.

Have a great weekend and remember it’s always a great day for success at TCPS!

TCPS has launched a new platform for Board of Education Meeting agendas, minutes, and livestream. To access information contained in the new TCPS Diligent Community Portal (formerly known as "Board Docs"), please follow the prompts indicated below:

Go to the TCPS website (https://tcps.k12.md.us/)

Choose "About" (far left column)

Choose "Board Meeting Information" (item 3)

In this location, you will find a variety of information including SY 2024/25 Board Meeting dates, agendas and minutes, the link to live stream regular Board meetings, and the electronic form to request to speak at a meeting. Please note that we will be phasing out the paper sign-up to request to speak at a meeting, effective January, 2025. Until then, we will offer both the paper and electronic sign-up options. Also on the main page is a link to "Subscribe" to receive the agendas for Board Work Sessions and Regular Board Meetings.

Congratulations to Jordan Bateson, 5th Grade Teacher at Tilghman Elementary School, our ACME teacher of the month!

Wear Orange on October 16th to show unity for kindness, acceptance and inclusion and to send a visible message that no child should ever experience bullying.

Disability History and Awareness Month. Different abilities. One Community.

This year, fine arts departments across the district actively participated in Hispanic Heritage Month by engaging students in the study of alebrijes, a vibrant and imaginative form of Mexican folk art known for its colorful, fantastical creatures. Originating from the creative vision of artist Pedro Linares, alebrijes have become an integral part of Mexican cultural expression, symbolizing the unique blend of indigenous traditions and artistic innovation.

Through hands-on activities and research projects, students explored the historical significance and cultural symbolism of alebrijes, gaining a deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship and storytelling involved. This initiative not only highlighted the beauty and complexity of Mexican folk art but also emphasized the importance of embracing and respecting the diverse cultural identities within our communities. By incorporating these artistic traditions into the curriculum, the fine arts departments fostered a spirit of inclusion and awareness, encouraging students to celebrate Hispanic culture while broadening their own cultural perspectives. Congratulations to the team of creative and talented teachers and students for exposing us to this unique Mexican tradition.

When:

Saturday, Oct. 12th, 8am to noon

Where:

Easton Elementary School 307 Glenwood Ave. Easton, MD 21601

Rain or Shine!

Participating is easy—simply drive up and we’ll take your old, working window A/C unit, dehumidifier, or mini fridge from your car, recycle it, and you will get $50 per unit, with a limit of two units per customer.* Be sure to bring your bill so that you have your Delmarva Power account number ready.

Spread the news to your friends and family. All Delmarva Power customers who live in Maryland are eligible to participate. For more information, visit delmarva.com/RecycleEvent.

When:

Saturday, Oct. 19th, 10am to 1pm

Where:

Easton Elementary School 307 Glenwood Ave. Easton, MD 21601

When:

Saturday, Oct. 19th, 10am to 1pm

Talbot County Community Resource Expo will help community members learn more about the agencies and services available to assist them with various needs.

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

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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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:

• 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

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.

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