District News

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 2021-2022 school year, are determined using metrics that are part of Maryland’s accountability system under the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), and reflect a school and county’s performance on multiple components.  This is the third MD Report Card Release following a two year pause due to the pandemic.

The Report Card incorporates multiple indicators of school performance and calculates them into a final score to arrive at a rating of one to five stars. For elementary schools and middle schools, the system includes Academic Achievement, Academic Progress, progress in achieving English Language Proficiency, and School Quality & Student Success. For high schools, the system includes Academic Achievement, Graduation Rate, Progress in Achieving English Language Proficiency, College and Career Readiness, and School Quality & Student Success.

A presentation of statewide results provided to the Maryland State Board of Education on February 28th highlighted that more than 75% of Maryland schools earned three, four, or five stars.  In Talbot County, 100% of TCPS schools received star ratings of three or more.

“These ratings provide a new baseline post pandemic,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Sharon Pepukayi said. “We will use this data to inform our planning in conjunction with implementation of the initiatives of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future as we continue Transforming and Performing the TCPS Way!”

Talbot County’s school report cards and other information can be found on the MD Report Card website at https://reportcard.msde.maryland.gov/

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!

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: DRESS CODE REGULATIONS The following may not be worn at school: