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Dress Code & Cell Phone Policy Updates

UPDATES TO DRESS CODE AND CELL PHONE REGULATIONS

The purpose of these regulations is to provide an environment that:

  • Is conducive to learning
  • Does not compromise the safety of any students or staff
  • Does not attract an unusual amount of attention away from instruction and learning. 

DRESS CODE REGULATIONS

The following may not be worn at school:

  • Hats, toboggans, hoods, other head coverings 
  • Outerwear Backpacks/large bags 
  • clothing that is unduly revealing or extremely tight-fitting
  • Pants or shorts w/ holes or slits above the mid-thigh revealing any part of the pelvic or groin area 
  • Pajama bottoms, pajama tops, and/or slippers
  • Tights w/o dress, sweater, or top that covers them to the mid-thigh
  • Clothing that does not cover the pelvis, groin, or underwear
  • Jewelry and accessories (spikes, dog collars, etc.) that are deemed dangerous
  • Clothing and/or personal adornments  that depict, imply, or promote profanity, obscenity, vulgarity, violence, weapons, gang activity or gang affiliation, sexually suggestive material, or the use or distribution of illegal drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or other harmful products
  • Clothing that demeans or promotes sexual harassment or hatred toward an identifiable person or group based on  race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, religion, socio-economic status, or disabling condition
  • Clothing or items that are libelous
  • Body art, whether permanent or temporary, which would otherwise violate this policy

Possession and Use of Portable Communication Devices (Cell Phones) Regulations

SUMMARY OF STANDARDS

StandardElementary (PK – 5)Middle (6 – 8)High (9 – 12)
May possess a device on school property XXX
May use device in silent mode during lunch and class changeX
May use device in silent mode with earbuds on school busXX
May use device during extra curricular activities or after school hoursXX

Superintendent’s Update 9/21/23

We are back in full swing in our classrooms and on our athletic fields! I hope you’ll come out and support our Fall athletes at Easton High and St. Michaels High!This week some of our students joined me in participating in the county’s September 11th Commemoration here in downtown Easton. This is always a very somber and reflective event, and our students did a fantastic job.

I have LOVED being back in our school buildings with all of our students and staff these last few days! A terrific group of new teachers and Instructional Assistants has joined our outstanding team of educators; our Operations Team has worked hard to make sure that our buildings are SPARKLING; and our Transportation Team is back on the road to ensure our children arrive at school safely!

Superintendent’s Update 9/14/23

We are back in full swing in our classrooms and on our athletic fields! I hope you’ll come out and support our Fall athletes at Easton High and St. Michaels High!This week some of our students joined me in participating in the county’s September 11th Commemoration here in downtown Easton. This is always a very somber and reflective event, and our students did a fantastic job.

I have LOVED being back in our school buildings with all of our students and staff these last few days! A terrific group of new teachers and Instructional Assistants has joined our outstanding team of educators; our Operations Team has worked hard to make sure that our buildings are SPARKLING; and our Transportation Team is back on the road to ensure our children arrive at school safely!

Talbot 9-11 Day to Remember

TCPS was honored to be a part of the Talbot County 9-11 Day to Remember ceremony this morning. What a beautiful community event with performances by the Easton Middle School

Superintendent’s Update 9/7/23

We had a fantastic first week of school, and I want to thank all of our TCPS Students and Families for their support and enthusiasm. We are grateful to the many community organizations who provided school supplies, backpacks, and other basic necessities so that all of our students are equipped for another great year of learning.

Superintendent’s Update 8/31/23

Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year! I am so excited to begin my second year as your Superintendent, as we continue Transforming and Performing Each Day!

I have LOVED being back in our school buildings with all of our students and staff these last few days! A terrific group of new teachers and Instructional Assistants has joined our outstanding team of educators; our Operations Team has worked hard to make sure that our buildings are SPARKLING; and our Transportation Team is back on the road to ensure our children arrive at school safely!