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NJROTC Program is now offered as a TCPS Career and Technology Education “Completer”

The Maryland State Department of Education’s (MSDE) Division of Career and College Readiness is pleased to announce the Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) as a new Career and Technical Education (CTE) program of study.  This program is the result of collaborative efforts among the Division of Career and College Readiness, local school systems, and representatives from each branch of JROTC.  

Four JROTC programs of study have been developed, one for each branch of the military: Army, Navy, Air Force and Marines.  Talbot County Public Schools currently offers the Naval Junior Officer Training Corps (NJROTC).  The NJROTC program is comprised of four required courses that students must complete in order to be considered a CTE completer. 

Students currently enrolled in NJROTC courses may be counted as CTE completers. The Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) is currently offered in 16 of Maryland’s 24 local school systems. 

Talbot County Public Schools is proud to add NJROTC to its list of approved CTE programs.  NJROTC  program is designed to teach high school students the value of citizenship, leadership, service to the community, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment, while instilling in them self-esteem, teamwork, and self-discipline.  NJROTC helps students build a strong knowledge base of self-discovery and leadership skills applicable to many leadership and managerial situations in both the military and civilian sectors.

“Our NJROTC has a long history of providing students the opportunity to explore and pursue future service or careers in the military,” said Dr. Kelly Griffith, Superintendent.  “We are thrilled that these students will now be able to earn the accomplished designation of CTE Completer by participating in this program.”

If you need additional information or have any questions, please email Robin Werner, CTE Curriculum Supervisor at rwerner@talbotschools.org or your school counselor.  

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: