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Community Partner Recognition Breakfast
Talbot County Public Schools celebrated, recognized, and thanked TPCS community partners at the annual Community Partner Recognition Breakfast on May 25, 2023. The celebration included a performance by the Easton Middle School Jazz Band, the

TCPS 2023 Literary Arts Publications Spindrift & Buoy
We are thrilled to share the 2023 Editions of our two student-produced literary arts magazines, Buoy and Spindrift. The publications feature short stories, poetry, and essays paired with paintings, drawings, and digital artwork.

Lauren Rose Earns Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators
We are proud to announce that Lauren Rose, an aquatic and environmental science teacher at Easton High School, has been awarded the Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators. She is one of nine educators nationwide

Congratulations, Cindy Rossbach and Suzy Warrington, Teacher and Support Staff of the Year!
TCPS Announced the 2023 Teacher and Support Staff of the Year at the Talbot Stars Celebration on May 3rd. Congratulations to all of our finalists, and to our 2023-2024 Support Staff of the Year Suzy

TCPS 2023-24 Virtual Day Draft Plan
The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), building on the success of the opportunity provided in the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years, will continue to provide local education agencies with the ability to repurpose certain

2023 SECAC Staff Celebration
Congratulations to our 2023 SECAC (Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee) Award Winners! Parents and guardians of TCPS special education students nominated TCPS staff members who go above and beyond to make a difference for their

Easton High Students Inducted into the National Honor Society
On April 13, 2023, 28 new members were inducted into the Easton High School Chapter of the National Honor Society. The Easton High School J. Willard Davis Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) held

MSDE Releases Latest Maryland Report Card Data
The Maryland State Department of Education released the Maryland School Report Card website on March 9, 2023, presenting performance data for every school in the state. The indicated ratings, calculated from data collected during the

Board Approves 2023-24 School Calendar
The 2023-24 School Calendar was approved at the March 15th Board of Ed Meeting.

Pep Talk Episode 3: Superintendent Sharon Pepukayi talks with Dr. Judy Gieske
To recognize Women’s History Month, Dr. Pepukayi invited inspirational Easton pediatrician Dr. Judith Gieske to join her, to tell her story and discuss opportunities in the healthcare profession for our students.

2023 Teacher & Support Staff of the Year Finalists!
Each year, Talbot County Public Schools honors teachers and support staff through the Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year Program. This provides the opportunity to recognize outstanding educators who implement innovative

TCPS Students Successfully Complete CNA Program
A cohort of 14 high school juniors and seniors have officially earned Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) credentials. All of the students completed 100 theory hours, 40 clinical hours, and an exam as required by the

SMMHS National Technical Honor Society Induction
St. Michaels Middle High School held the 2023 National Technical Honor Society(NTHS) induction on February 17, 2023. NTHS recognizes student achievement in the Career and Technology Education Pathways offered at Talbot County Public Schools, such

Easton Inducts National Honor Society Members
The Easton High School J. Willard Davis Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) held an induction of new members who applied in the Fall of 2022. The Easton High School J. Willard Davis Chapter

MSDE Special Education Parent Survey
Maryland parents of children receiving special education services—we want to hear from you! Please take the time to fill out the Parent Survey at www.mdparentsurvey.com.

Board Approves FY24 Budget at February BOE Meeting
Our students are living and learning in a dynamic and exciting era. The future for them and our community depends upon a sustained partnership between Talbot County Public Schools and the Talbot County Council. lt

Pep Talk Episode 2: TCPS and Maryland’s Blueprint
Dr. Pepukayi talks with Kristen Tilghman, TCPS Blueprint Coordinator, about the plan and what we can expect in the future.

TCPS 2023-24 REVISED Proposed Calendar and Survey- We want to hear from you!
Revised 2023-24 Calendar The REVISED TCPS proposed 2023-24 school calendar was presented to the Board of Education at the February Meeting. Please take a look at the revised proposed calendar and give us your feedback.

EHS and SMMHS Distinguished Schools for STEM and Career Learning Programs
Easton High School (EHS) and St. Michaels Middle High School (SMMHS) have been recognized as 2021-22 Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Distinguished Schools. They are two of just 191 schools across the U.S. to receive

It’s Time to Nominate the 2023 Teacher and Support Staff of the Year!
Talbot County Public Schools is excited to announce that the process to select the 2023 Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year has begun! Is there a teacher or member of the