Tonight is our Panera Bread Spirit Night from 4-8 p.m. at the Easton Panera Bread! Please mention CDES, as our PTO receives 20% of proceeds!
Tomorrow 3/31 is PIZZA DAY in the cafeteria! Also a reminder that TCPS Spring Break is 4/1-4/8.
Thank you!
-Dr. Clow
Congratulations to Elizabeth Myers, First Grade Teacher at Chapel District Elementary, for being honored with the TCPS Education Foundation Teacher of the Month Award!
Ms. Myers has a natural ability to build strong, meaningful relationships with both students and families, creating a foundation of trust and support that extends beyond the classroom. She fosters a positive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed. She demonstrates a deep understanding of her students’ diverse needs and consistently implements thoughtful strategies and accommodations to help each child reach their full potential. In addition to her outstanding work in the classroom, she has served as a mentor teacher to interns, reflecting her leadership and commitment to developing future educators.
She maintains strong connections with colleagues, families, and students alike, and is known for her positivity, encouragement, and willingness to go above and beyond in support of others. Her relationships help strengthen the sense of community at Chapel. Elizabeth is truly an asset to her school community and we are so grateful to have her at CDES!!
-Dr. Clow
Dr. Clow
There will be a transportation change effective THIS FRIDAY 3/27 for Bus 215 families in the AM only. All students that are on Cordova Rd. will now have to cross over the road with a parent. CDES will also be in contact with families today or tomorrow about your child's new pick-up time. that goes into effect Friday. Thank you!
Dr. Clow
Cheetah Chatter 3/21-3/27- https://app.smore.com/n/fhx5p
3/30- Panera Bread Spirit Night 4-8 p.m.
3/31- GPC Meeting 6:00 p.m. Cafeteria
4/1- No School for Students (Teacher Inservice & Grading)
4/2-4/8- TCPS Spring Break
4/14- CDES Yearbook Orders Due
Enjoy the beautiful spring weather this weekend!
-Dr. Clow :)
When: March 20th , April 15th, & May 7th
Where:
Chapel Elementary: 410-822-2391
Easton Elementary: 410-822-0550
Easton High School: 410-822-4180
Easton Middle School: 410-822-2910
St. Michaels Elementary: 410-745-2882
St. Michaels Middle High: 410-745-2852
Tilghman Elementary: 410-886-2391
White Marsh Elementary: 410-476-3144
Registration will take place during school hours. Please call the school to schedule an appointment.
If you would like to complete the registration forms ahead of time, you can find them by clicking on this link: https://www.tcps.k12.md.us/page/enrollment
Please bring the following:
Up-to-date immunization record
Birth Certificate
Social Security Card
Parent with ID
Proof of custody, if applicable
Proof of Current Grade (if transferring from another school)
Income verification (Pre-K only)
Proof of Residency (signed lease/deed and two utility bills)
Detailed information about all Talbot County Board of Education Meetings may be found on the TCPS website or by clicking on this link: https://tcpsk12.community.diligentoneplatform.com/portal/
Thank you!
Upcoming Dates:
*3/20- GPC Spaghetti Dinner at CVFD 4-7 p.m.
*4/1- No School for Students (Teacher Inservice & Grading)
*4/2-4/8- TCPS Spring Break
*4/14- CDES Yearbook Orders Due
SAVE THE DATE- CDES Field Day 5/14/26 @EHS (Rain Date 5/22/26) Grades K-5
Work Session - Monday, March 16 at 5:30 p.m.
Regular Meeting - Wednesday, March 18 at 7:00 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. The public may livestream meetings by choosing the video “Livestream” camera icon. Video coverage of past meetings can be viewed by selecting the video camera icon next to the correct meeting date under the “Recent Meetings” category on the right side of the page.
The Talbot County Board of Education holds Regular Board Meetings on a monthly basis at the Talbot County Education Center. The Board begins Regular Monthly Meetings at 5:30 p.m., only for the purpose of voting to close the meeting pursuant to the State Government article (Section 3-305 ( b )) (1) (to discuss the appointment, employment, assignment, promotion, discipline, demotion, compensation, removal, resignation, or performance evaluation of appointees, employees, or officials over whom this public body has jurisdiction; any other personnel matter that affects one or more specific individuals to discuss the superintendent contract; and (Section 3-305 ( b )) (7) and (8), to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice on legal matters and consult with staff, consultants, or other individuals about pending or potential litigation).
The open portion of the Regular Board Meeting begins at approximately 7:00 p.m. The public may attend in person or view the meeting via livestream by choosing the “Livestream” video camera icon on the TCPS Diligent Community Home page. Video coverage of past meetings may be accessed by selecting the video camera icon next to the proper meeting date under the “Recent Meetings” category.
Requests to speak at a Regular Board Meeting may be submitted online, prior to the start time of the regular Board meeting, using the following link: https://tcpsk12.community.diligentoneplatform.com/Portal/CitizenEngagement.aspx
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.
Calendar Reminder!
Since we have used all four inclement weather days built into our 25-26 school calendar, schools are now OPEN on Thursday, March 12, and Friday, March 13.
*Dairy Queen Spirit Night 3/9 5-8 p.m. (mention CDES0
*Joe Corbi's Pizza Order pick-up 3/12 4-5:30 p.m.
Enjoy the beautiful spring weather!
-Dr. Clow :)
The bus is running behind 15-20 minutes this afternoon for elementary drop-off. Thank you for your flexibility!
Dr. Clow
Are you (or do you have) a student in grades K–8 who loves to draw, paint, or create in some way? We want to publish the work!
We’re accepting submissions for our publication, The Buoy, through March 13–this is a wonderful opportunity for our young artists to showcase their creativity and talent.
submit here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdv4LXqKZKjHA6r4AracMrAJsXmwotisBeoIc9ctctGVq5ozw/viewform
Rules and Guidelines:
-All work must be original - made by you!
-Short stories must be three pages or less.
-We cannot publish work that goes against the TCPS code of conduct.
-Poorly photographed artwork is hard to publish–physical or digital art is welcome!
-Students may submit up to 1 piece of artwork and 1 piece of writing.
Left to right, top row: Maniya Dockins- EMS, Keonia Greene- EES, EHS, Jacqueline Bush- EES, Gabrielle McCracken- SMES, Amy Harris- EHS
bottom row: Gail Schmidt- WMES, Keontae Murray- EES, EMS, EHS, SMMHS, Sheenay Adams Saunders- EHS, Samantha Rivera- TES, Melissa Johnson- EMS
Not pictured: Logan Blake- CDES, Dawn Wirtz- SMMHS
We are so thankful for the compassion, dedication, and advocacy you bring to your work each day, and we are grateful to have you at TCPS!!
*3/2- Q3 Interims emailed (grades 3-5)
*3/2-3/6- Read Across America Spirit Week
*3/3- Spring Pictures
Have a great weekend!
-Dr. Clow :)
