Talbot County Public Schools

06/24/2026

"We Spy" some TCPS alumni setting out on an AMAZING internship opportunity at Easton Utilities!

Welcome summer interns to Easton Utilities! Seven students have joined our team to gain valuable experience in their field of study. We are excited to have them for the summer.

From left to right:

Isabella Westerfield
Susquehanna University
IT Dept.

Kenton Baynard
Easton High School
Easton Velocity Dept.

Kat Booth
Bucknell University
Customer Service Dept.

Aidan Sundt
Loyola University Maryland
IT Dept.

Mia Wheatley
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Marketing & Communications Dept.

Nicholas Casey
Capitol Technology University
Electrical Maintenance Dept.

Ella Chandler
University of South Carolina
Human Resources Dept.

06/24/2026

Thank you, Easton Utilities,, for providing this wonderful experience for our students!

Thank you to White Marsh Elementary School for having the Electrical Distribution team at Career Day! ⚡️ We loved showing the students what we use on the job and how we work safely.

06/23/2026

Rain, rain, go away, come again another day... like in August, when we'll reschedule Popsicles in the Park at Idlewild Park 🌧️! Tonight's Popsicles in the Park program has been postponed due to inclement weather.

On the bright side, you can still catch us at Muskrat Park in St. Michaels on July 14th for a popsicle party with Talbot County Public Schools and Dr. Pepukayi!🍧🤩

06/23/2026

Many thanks to The Talbot Spy for sharing our great news!

School Board Highlights: Talbot Post 35% Gain in K-2 Literacy and Talk Technology ...Read more at https://talbotspy.org/2026/06/19/school-board-highlights-talbot-post-35-gain-in-k-2-literacy-and-talk-technology/

06/23/2026

Danielle said ! We are delighted to welcome Danielle to the Kindergarten team at Easton Elementary this year! If you are joining the , we want to celebrate you! Share your plans and photo with Mr. Devon Beck, Recruitment and Retention Facilitator - [email protected]

You Go Gull: Danielle Follett LOVES Easton Elementary. She has served as an instructional assistant there, completed her internships there AND her children attend the Talbot County school. So, we are thrilled that EES loves Danielle right back and has hired the ESHEC Elementary Education Cohort member to teach Kindergarten next year. Congratulations, Danielle!

06/23/2026

Karlie said ! Congratulations to Karlie on joining the 1st Grade Team at Easton Elementary! If you are joining the TCPS Team, we want to celebrate you! Reach out to Devon Beck, Recruitment and Retention Facilitator - [email protected]

You Go Gull: Karlie Roberts is all smiles about her plans for next year. The ESHEC Elementary Education Cohort member and Maryland Teacher of Promise will teach 1st Grade at Easton Elementary. Karlie was an intern in 1st and 4th Grades at EES and is delighted to return to the Talbot County school as a staff member. Congratulations, Karlie!

06/23/2026

She said ! We are so excited that Olivia has joined the as a Kindergarten Teacher at Tilghman Elementary!

You Go Gull: In keeping with our t-shirt theme today, check out Olivia Windsor's new t-shirt! The Early Childhood Education graduate, and Talbot County native, will teach Kindergarten at Tilghman Elementary. Olivia can't wait to be "livin' that island life!"

06/23/2026

The TCPS and Talbot County Free Library Popsicles in the Park event scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, at 5:00 pm, in Idlewild Park has been postponed due to the forecasted rainy weather. We will share a new date when it becomes available! You can still catch us at Muskrat Park in St. Michaels on July 14th!

06/19/2026

Talbot County Health Department Community Baby Shower - Saturday, June 20!

Our Community Baby Shower is TOMORROW Saturday, June 20!

Food, prizes, giveaways, and connections with supportive organizations. Plus free baby items while supplies last!

- Easton Elementary School
- 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
- June 20, 2026

Celebrate new beginnings and connect with resources that support families in our community. See you there!

Questions? Call 410-819-5600

06/19/2026

TCPS ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP CHANGES FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR
June 19, 2026

The Talbot County Board of Education has approved new leadership appointments for the 2026-2027 school year.

Mr. Sterling Elder has been appointed as Assistant Principal at Easton High School. Mr. Elder has a Bachelor of Science in Education from Central Michigan University and a Master of Science in Educational Leadership from Loyola University Maryland. His prior experience includes 10 years as Chair of the World Languages Department at Randallstown High School in Baltimore County, where he has also taught high school French since 2008.

Mr. Tylar Young has been appointed as Assistant Principal at Easton Elementary School. Mr. Young earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from Fort Hays State University, a Master’s in Special Education from Grand Canyon University, and an Educational Leadership Certification from George Washington University. Mr. Young is relocating to the Eastern Shore from Torrington, CT. His career as an educator includes serving as a Special Education Teacher, Instructional Coach, and Assistant Principal.

Administrative transfers were also approved. Mrs. Susie Shafer will transfer from her role as Assistant Principal at St. Michaels Elementary to Assistant Principal at Easton Elementary. Mrs. Nicole Sherrod-Hill, also an Assistant Principal, will transfer from Easton Elementary to St. Michaels Elementary.

“We are excited to welcome two new outstanding leaders to our district,” said Dr. Sharon Pepukayi, Ed.D. “These additions, along with the thoughtful and strategic transfers, will help to ensure our school leadership teams are positioned to meet the needs of our students.”

The Board approved two additional leadership positions.

Mrs. Katie Fox has been promoted to Community School Supervisor. Mrs. Fox has served as Community School Program Manager at Easton Elementary School since 2022. The first to serve the school district in this role, Mrs. Fox had been a Pre-K Instructional Coach from 2019 – 2022, and a Kindergarten Teacher at Tilghman Elementary from 2008 to 2019. She was the Talbot Teacher of the year for 2017-2018. Mrs. Fox earned a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education from the University of Michigan, and a Master’s in Education, Curriculum and Reading Instruction from Grand Canyon University.

Mrs. Erin Bodle has been appointed as Supervisor of ESOL (English Speakers of Other Languages) and World Language. Mrs. Bodle has a Bachelor of Arts in French Language and Literature from Denison University, a Master of Arts in French Language and Literature from Case Western Reserve University and a Master of Science in World Language Education from the University of Akron. She joined TCPS in 2019 as an ESOL teacher, and has taught at both Easton Elementary and the St. Michaels campus. Her prior experience includes teaching elementary ESOL in Caroline County and high school French in Ohio.

“Mrs. Fox and Mrs. Bodle have both demonstrated their extensive knowledge and skills,” said Helga Einhorn, Ph.D., Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership and Student Success. “Their proven commitment to excellence, combined with the vision and leadership they bring to their new roles, will be invaluable for supporting student and staff success.”