Date: February 9, 2025. | 5:00 p.m.
Location: Talbot County Education Center, Conference Room 1
12 Magnolia St. Easton, MD 21601
Work Session - Monday, January 12 at 5:30 p.m.
Regular Meeting - Wednesday, January 14 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: Request to Speak or by choosing this icon on the Diligent Community Home page linked here: https://tcpsk12.diligent.community/portal/
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.
Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, and we're taking a moment to recognize our School Resource Officers! We are incredibly grateful for their dedication, professionalism, and the positive relationships they build with our students and staff.
TES - DFC Ryan Andrew
EES - DFC John Coleman
SMES Campus - Cpl. Tim Connors
EHS - DFC Robert Horseman
CDES - DFC Emily LeCompte
WMES - DFC Lilian Lone
EMS - DFC William Parker
Supervisor - Sgt. Kevin Parks
Thank you for everything you do—we appreciate you!
January is School Board Appreciation Month! We are grateful to our TCPS Board of Education for their leadership, their support of our staff, and their commitment to ensuring that every student is prepared to succeed in college, career and life!
Dear TCPS families -
Is there a teacher or member of the TCPS support staff who is truly outstanding, has made a significant impact on your family or your school, and/or goes above and beyond in their commitment as a professional? The Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year programs are a fantastic way to recognize educators who exemplify excellence. Any individual within the school system or any member of the community may nominate a candidate. Nominations for both Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year are due by January 16, 2026.
Fill out the forms below, or click the link for details and eligibility information. Thanks, and have a fantastic 2026!
Support Staff of the Year form
https://www.talbotschools.org/page/teacher-and-support-staff-of-the-year
As a reminder, per our Board-approved calendar, schools are closed from December 22, 2025, through January 2, 2026, for Winter Break. We'll see everyone back on January 5!
Your voice matters! Our child nutrition department would like your feedback to help make your students' dining experience better.
Please click this link to take a short, 2-minute survey! If you have multiple students, please take one survey per student: https://qrflash.me/a/U5MUUF
Every piece of feedback you give helps us improve and better serve our students! (You may select your preferred language in the drop-down box on the first page of the survey.)
Thanks so much!!
The process to select the 2026–2027 TCPS Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year has begun!
Is there a teacher or member of the TCPS support staff who is truly outstanding, has made a significant impact on your family, and/or goes above and beyond in their commitment as a professional? The Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year programs are a fantastic way to recognize educators who exemplify excellence.
Any individual within the school system or any member of the community may nominate a candidate to apply to be Talbot’s Teacher of the Year or Support Staff of the Year. Nominations for both Teacher of the Year and Support Staff of the Year are due by January 16, 2026. Click on the link below for details, eligibility information, and nomination forms.
Due to the current road conditions, all Talbot County Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delay schedule on Monday, December 15. Employees: Code Green. Please be safe.
📍 100 Peachblossom Rd, Easton, MD 21601 (Directly across from Easton Middle School)
🗓️ Sunday, 12:00–1:30 PM
Volunteers will be distributing food at the back entrance of the Fellowship Hall.
No personal information is required — we only ask for the number of family members in your household.
Open to all Talbot County Families!
Easton Middle School Showcase Night
Thursday, November 20, 2025
5:00–6:30 PM
201 Peach Blossom Road, Easton, MD 21601
Snacks and household items will be provided.
Join us for an exciting evening celebrating student creativity and achievement! Explore art, STEM, music, and more — all created by our amazing students. Connect with staff and families. Enjoy live demonstrations, student-led exhibits, and light refreshments.
Come see our Panther Pride!
Today is the last opportunity to join State of our Schools: A Community Conversation!
When: TODAY, Thursday, November 20 at 5:30PM
Where: Talbot County Free Library
Dr. Pepukayi will provide an update and introduce the 'Align by 2029' Strategic Plan. Afterward, families, staff and community members will have the opportunity to share ideas, ask questions, and engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of our schools.
An interpreter will be available!
Easton Middle School Showcase Night
Thursday, November 20, 2025
5:00–6:30 PM
201 Peach Blossom Road, Easton, MD 21601
Join us for an exciting evening celebrating student creativity and achievement! Explore art, STEM, music, and more — all created by our amazing students. Connect with staff and families. Enjoy live demonstrations, student-led exhibits, and light refreshments.
Come see our Panther Pride!
Easton Middle School Showcase Night
Thursday, November 20, 2025
5:00–6:30 PM
201 Peach Blossom Road, Easton, MD 21601
Join us for an exciting evening celebrating student creativity and achievement! Explore art, STEM, music, and more — all created by our amazing students. Connect with staff and families. Enjoy live demonstrations, student-led exhibits, and light refreshments.
Come see our Panther Pride!
📍 100 Peachblossom Rd, Easton, MD 21601 (Directly across from Easton Middle School)
🗓️ Sunday, 12:00–1:30 PM
Volunteers will be distributing food at the back entrance of the Fellowship Hall.
No personal information is required — we only ask for the number of family members in your household.
Open to all Talbot County Families!
Easton Middle School Showcase Night
Thursday, November 20, 2025
5:00–6:30 PM
201 Peach Blossom Road, Easton, MD 21601
Join us for an exciting evening celebrating student creativity and achievement! Explore art, STEM, music, and more — all created by our amazing students. Connect with staff and families. Enjoy live demonstrations, student-led exhibits, and light refreshments.
Come see our Panther Pride!
📍 100 Peachblossom Rd, Easton, MD 21601 (Directly across from Easton Middle School)
🗓️ Sunday, 12:00–1:30 PM
Volunteers will be distributing food at the back entrance of the Fellowship Hall.
No personal information is required — we only ask for the number of family members in your household.
Open to all Talbot County Families!