March 7, 2024

March:

• Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
• Music in our Schools Month

March 3-9: School Social Workers Week

March 4-8: Read Across America Week

March 8: EHS Production of Footloose 7:00 PM

March 9: EHS Production of Footloose 7:00 PM

March 10: EHS Production of Footloose 2:00 PM

March 13: Early Dismissal - Teacher Inservice

March 14: St. Michaels Campus Community Listening Session

March 15: EHS Production of Footloose 7:00 PM

March 16: EHS Production of Footloose 7:00 PM

March 17: Easton St. Patrick's Day Parade - 5:30 p.m.

March 18: EHS Youth Apprenticeship Information Night 6-7PM in the Cafeteria

March 18: Board of Education Public Work Session

March 19: SMMHS Youth Apprenticeship Information Night 6-7PM in the Media Center

March 20: Board of Education Meeting 6:30 PM

March 21: World Downs Syndrome Day

March 22: Early Dismissal- PM Teacher Grading- End of Quarter

March 25- April 1: Spring Break!

Who’s ready to kick off those Sunday Shoes and CUT LOOSE?!?! Under the Direction of Richard A. Vitanovec, EHS Theatre Department takes you on a wild ride from Chicago to the small farming town of Bomont. Set in 2024, we follow Ren McCormack trying to adjust from city life to small town living. Of course, an adjustment period at his new high school is inevitable, but he’s not prepared for the rigorous local ways, including a ban on dancing. To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose TRULY celebrates the idea of a community coming together. *Tickets are ONLY sold online. **THIS SHOW IS RATED PG-13 FOOTLOOSE is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.

Purchase Tickets Here: www.showtix4u.com/events/EHSSHOW

A huge thanks and shout out to our amazing team of social workers! (from left)

• Rob Schmidt, TCPS Mental Health Coordinator

• Keontae Murray
• Keonia Greene
• Maniya Dockins
• Sheenay Adams Saunders
• Kelsey Graef
• Logan Blake
• Melissa Johnson
• Amy Harris
• Gail Schmidt
• Gabrielle (Brie) Lyons
• Dawn Wirtz
• Missing: Mariah Farmer-Grace

Their hard work, dedication, and compassion make a tremendous difference in the lives of countless students and families in our community. Thank you for all that you do!

The ACE Mission is "to engage, excite, and enlighten high school students to pursue careers in architecture, engineering, and construction through mentoring and continued support for their advancement into the industry." Many thanks to the program Sponsors, Mentors, and Scholarship Funders who support and guide this program and to Sts. Peter and Paul High School for hosting this event. Students presented projects, were recognized for their work, and were awarded scholarships. Congratulations to them all!

St. Michaels Middle High Team

Project: St. Michaels Harbor Flood Gate

Ben Chance, Manny Coleman, Dino Mihalis, Hristos Mihalis, Lexi Rockwell, Tom Weller

Easton High Team

Project: Clarity ~ An Oyster Hatchery and Outdoor Recreation Area at Easton Point Park

Edna Bartolon, Calvin Bui, Seyn Castro, Josh Dressler, Iven Chen, Hunter Colombo, Logan Ermer, Nathan Han, Zach Lister, Lucas Myers, Colin Smith, Sean Wazniak, Isabella Westerfield

Congratulations to our elementary students (Chris Calabro-Chapel District Elementary, Alberto J Perez-Esparza-Easton Elementary School, Aubree Allen-White Marsh Elementary School, Nicholas Werner- St Michaels Elementary School, Kennedy Smith-Tilghman Elementary School, and Lucas Lindsey-St. Michaels Elementary School), who participated in Sodexo's Future Chef competition! It was an outstanding evening filled with unique and delicious recipes. Lucas Lindsey earned the top prize and his recipe will move on to the regional Future Chef competition. We are so proud of all of young chefs for showcasing their creativity and culinary skills. Keep up the great work!

Talbot County Public Schools is hosting two Youth Apprenticeship Information Nights.

• Easton High School: Monday, March 18, 2024, 6 – 7 pm in the Cafeteria
• St. Michaels High School: Tuesday, March 19, 2024, 6 – 7 pm in the Media Center

These sessions are a great opportunity for students, families, and businesses to learn more about the Youth Apprenticeship program and meet with currently approved Youth Apprenticeship employers. The Youth Apprenticeship program partners with local employers and the Maryland Department of Labor, allowing students to “earn while they learn!” Juniors and seniors are eligible to work in career-track occupations while provided fair compensation. Students will earn up to four high school credits upon completing the program. Businesses can hire and mentor their future employers by developing the in-demand skills needed for their industries!

We hope you will join us! Please direct questions to Danielle Haley: danielle.haley@talbotschools.org.

Talbot County Public Schools is recommending a new reading program for PreK and Elementary grades K-5. The Public has the opportunity to review the materials and provide feedback to inform the Board’s decision on implementing the program. The materials are available for review at the Talbot County Education Center. The Leads Grant will fully fund the new program, so it will not impact the local budget!

Recommended PreK Curriculum:

Three Cheers for PreK

SAVVAS Learning Company

Recommended K-5 Curriculum:

Benchmark Advance

Benchmark Education

Please send any feedback to Dr. Helga Einhorn, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning: heinhorn@talbotschools.org

Dr. Pepukayi and TCPS CFO Sarah Jones will present the TCPS FY25 Budget request to the Talbot County Council on March 11 at 5:00 p.m. in the Bradley Meeting Room. They will highlight our Priorities and Progress, and the many accomplishments and initiatives that are reflected in the request.

CONGRATULATIONS to Ali Colman, Easton Elementary First Grade Teacher on being named ACME Teacher of the Month!!!

Talbot County Public Schools Announces School Year 2024-2025 Registration for students living in Talbot County not currently enrolled in TCPS (PK, K, and all other grade levels).

Registration will take place during school hours. Please call the school to schedule an appointment.

When: April 12th, & May 2nd

Where:

Easton Elementary: 410-822-0550

Easton Middle School: 410-822-2910

Chapel Elementary: 410-822-2391

Easton High School: 410-822-4180

St. Michaels Elementary: 410-745-2882

St. Michaels Middle High: 410-745-2852

Tilghman Elementary: 410-886-2391

White Marsh Elementary: 410-476-3144

*Bring the following:

1. Up-to-date immunization record 6. Proof of Current Grade (if transferring

2. Birth Certificate from another school)

3. Social Security Card 7. Income verification (Pre-K only)

4. Parent with ID 8. Proof of Residency (signed

5. Proof of custody if applicable lease/deed and two utility bills).

Details can be found on:

https://tcps.k12.md.us/students-and-families/enrollment/

Community Listening Sessions are informal discussions with TCPS Superintendent Dr. Sharon Pepukayi and Talbot County Board of Education Members. The sessions provide the opportunity for advocacy and sharing of feedback about our school system.

Dr. Pepukayi, Board President Emily Jackson and Board Member Amy Dodson were at the Easton Elementary Listening Session on Wednesday February 21st. Mark your calendar for the St. Michaels Campus March 14th Listening Session!

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

The Affordable Connectivity Program is an FCC benefit program that helps ensure that households can afford the broadband they need for work, school, healthcare and more. For more information and to apply visit: https://www.fcc.gov/acp

Join the 70+ teachers, administrators, and support staff that have already enrolled in the TCPS SafeTime registration drive. This all-new 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.