
We want to congratulate Megan Shockley, second grade teacher at St. Michaels Elementary, for being honored with the TCPS Education Foundation Teacher of the Month Award!
Megan is a passionate teacher who brings a positive outlook, commitment to excellence, and a beautiful spirit to St. Michaels Elementary School. Through intentional planning and data-driven instruction, she creates meaningful learning experiences that support student growth and success. She builds strong relationships and fosters a supportive and collaborative environment full of learning and love.
Thank you so much, Megan, we are extremely grateful to have you at SMES!! #TransformingandPerformingInEveryWay
Megan is a passionate teacher who brings a positive outlook, commitment to excellence, and a beautiful spirit to St. Michaels Elementary School. Through intentional planning and data-driven instruction, she creates meaningful learning experiences that support student growth and success. She builds strong relationships and fosters a supportive and collaborative environment full of learning and love.
Thank you so much, Megan, we are extremely grateful to have you at SMES!! #TransformingandPerformingInEveryWay

May is Pupil Personnel Worker month, and this week, we celebrate our PPWs, Jen Vogel (left) and Natalie Brooks (right) who act as liaisons between home, school, and the community to support student success. Their compassion and commitment make a lasting difference in the lives of our students every day, and we are so grateful to have them on our team!! #Transformingandperformingineveryway #PPWMonth

The Neurodiversity Movement: Building an Inclusive Workforce
When: May 19, 2026, 9 am -3 pm
Where: Fellow Easton Professional Development Center, 480 Port Street Easton, MD 21601*
*Parking in the Community Pool parking lot
Please visit this link to sign up: https://forms.gle/amE4RtRdNH5UbM79A
When: May 19, 2026, 9 am -3 pm
Where: Fellow Easton Professional Development Center, 480 Port Street Easton, MD 21601*
*Parking in the Community Pool parking lot
Please visit this link to sign up: https://forms.gle/amE4RtRdNH5UbM79A

This month we celebrate the vibrant heritage and countless achievements of Jewish Americans throughout our nation's history. Jewish Americans have helped our country in tremendous ways through contributions in arts, sciences, politics and social justice. Happy Jewish American Heritage Month!

We are pleased to share the Superintendent's Weekly Update for May 7, 2026, linked here: https://app.smore.com/n/5b2ds

TCPS is hiring - come work with our amazing team!
For more information and to apply:
https://tcps.schoolspring.com/
Coach - Cheerleading
Head Coach - JV Boys Soccer
Assistant Coach - JV Boys Soccer
Assistant Coach - JV Football
Assistant Coach - Varsity Girls Soccer
For more information and to apply:
https://tcps.schoolspring.com/
Coach - Cheerleading
Head Coach - JV Boys Soccer
Assistant Coach - JV Boys Soccer
Assistant Coach - JV Football
Assistant Coach - Varsity Girls Soccer

May 6 is School Nurse Day!! We are fortunate to have the support of both the Talbot County Health Department and Choptank Community Health in our schools. We want to thank these outstanding health and wellness teams for their expertise, compassion, and steady presence for our students! #SND2026

Our children are the heart of the work we do! May our community continue to uplift our young people and to prioritize their mental health!!


Our child nutrition department would like your feedback to help make your students' and staff dining experience better. Please take a short 2-minute survey here: https://onevisionccx.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_afMfdj1eA0zqJeu?Site_Id=0011t00000teMz1AAE
Every piece of feedback you give helps us improve and better serve our students and staff, thank you!!
Every piece of feedback you give helps us improve and better serve our students and staff, thank you!!
On National Principals' Day (May 1) and every day, we are thankful for our incredible school leaders for all that they do for our students, staff, and families. #ValuedCelebratedEmpowered

We are pleased to share the Superintendent's Weekly Update for April 30, 2026, linked here: https://app.smore.com/n/x2zrg

We are pleased to present the Spring 2026 edition of the Blueprint Buzz, linked here: https://app.smore.com/n/ehcun

Today is Bus Driver Appreciation Day--we are SO grateful for our amazing team of drivers!! THANK YOU for all you do!

Our very own Vivienne Greer from St. Michaels Elementary is one of FIVE FINALISTS in Sodexo’s Future Chef NATIONAL Competition!!!!
We SO proud of this amazing accomplishment—please support Vivienne by casting your vote here: https://futurechefschallenge.com/

Talbot County Board of Education Budget Work Session - Monday, April 27 at 5:30 p.m.
All Talbot County Board of Education Meetings are held at the Talbot County Education Center, 12 Magnolia Street, Easton, MD 21601. Open meetings are held in Conference Room #1.
The Talbot County Board of Education holds monthly Work Session Meetings, as indicated under the “Upcoming Meetings” section on the right side of the TCPS Diligent Community Home Page linked below. Work Session meetings begin at 5:30 p.m., on the dates indicated.
Video coverage or recording of past meetings can be viewed by selecting the video camera icon next to the correct meeting date the “Recent Meetings” category on the right side of the page.
For more information about the Talbot County Board of Education, please contact Faith M. Brundige, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent, by emailing: Faith.Brundige@TalbotSchools.org
https://tcpsk12.community.diligentoneplatform.com/
All Talbot County Board of Education Meetings are held at the Talbot County Education Center, 12 Magnolia Street, Easton, MD 21601. Open meetings are held in Conference Room #1.
The Talbot County Board of Education holds monthly Work Session Meetings, as indicated under the “Upcoming Meetings” section on the right side of the TCPS Diligent Community Home Page linked below. Work Session meetings begin at 5:30 p.m., on the dates indicated.
Video coverage or recording of past meetings can be viewed by selecting the video camera icon next to the correct meeting date the “Recent Meetings” category on the right side of the page.
For more information about the Talbot County Board of Education, please contact Faith M. Brundige, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent, by emailing: Faith.Brundige@TalbotSchools.org
https://tcpsk12.community.diligentoneplatform.com/

Congratulations to Crystal Wilson, Teacher/Math Coach at Easton Middle School, for being honored with the TCPS Education Foundation Teacher of the Month Award!
Crystal brings deep content knowledge and instructional expertise to her role, always keeping student outcomes at the forefront. She is intentional in supporting teachers and ensuring instruction aligns with best practices in math education.
A strong collaborator, Crystal fosters a culture of trust and continuous improvement. Through her leadership of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), she supports teachers with effective strategies and meaningful, data-driven conversations that positively impact student achievement.
Crystal has built strong relationships with both colleagues and students, creating an environment where everyone feels supported and motivated to succeed. In addition to her instructional leadership, she is an active member of the Conscious Discipline Team and consistently contributes to school-wide initiatives.
Thank you, Crystal, for your positivity and dedication. You are an asset to the Easton Middle School community!!
Crystal brings deep content knowledge and instructional expertise to her role, always keeping student outcomes at the forefront. She is intentional in supporting teachers and ensuring instruction aligns with best practices in math education.
A strong collaborator, Crystal fosters a culture of trust and continuous improvement. Through her leadership of Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), she supports teachers with effective strategies and meaningful, data-driven conversations that positively impact student achievement.
Crystal has built strong relationships with both colleagues and students, creating an environment where everyone feels supported and motivated to succeed. In addition to her instructional leadership, she is an active member of the Conscious Discipline Team and consistently contributes to school-wide initiatives.
Thank you, Crystal, for your positivity and dedication. You are an asset to the Easton Middle School community!!

We are pleased to share the Superintendent's Weekly Update for April 23, 2026, linked here: https://app.smore.com/n/8mcjr

Today is Administrative Professionals Day, and we’re celebrating the team members who help keep TCPS running smoothly behind the scenes and on the front lines of our schools and offices!
To each and every one of our administrative professionals—thank you! The work you do makes a meaningful difference for our students, staff, and community. We appreciate you!!
#transformingandperformingineveryway
To each and every one of our administrative professionals—thank you! The work you do makes a meaningful difference for our students, staff, and community. We appreciate you!!
#transformingandperformingineveryway

Congratulations to Ms. Susan Billmyre, Kindergarten Instructional Assistant at White Marsh Elementary School, on being honored with the TCPS Education Foundation Support Staff of the Month Award! Ms. Billmyre has been a positive and steady presence at White Marsh for many years. Her attention to detail is second to none, and her unwavering positivity always keeps student needs at the center of her work. In Ms. Plugge’s kindergarten classroom, you’ll find Ms. Billmyre leading small groups, supporting students during independent work, and ensuring every child has what they need to succeed.
We are incredibly grateful for her years of dedication and the care she brings to our students each day. Thank you, Ms. Billmyre, for all that you do!!
We are incredibly grateful for her years of dedication and the care she brings to our students each day. Thank you, Ms. Billmyre, for all that you do!!

CarePacks’ Food Distribution - Friday, April 24
Open to all TCPS families!
📍 Easton Elementary School
📅 Friday, April 24
⏰ 4 p.m. (while supplies last)
Please help spread the word!
Open to all TCPS families!
📍 Easton Elementary School
📅 Friday, April 24
⏰ 4 p.m. (while supplies last)
Please help spread the word!

