Talbott Springs Elementary School
Newsletter
Greetings TSES Families,
Howard County Public School's Title I Office receives Title I funds to provide additional support and resources to Title I Schools. The Title I Office supports family engagement through the implementation of its Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Plan and by providing schools with funds to support family engagement. Please take a moment to complete the HCPSS Title I Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Input Survey, providing feedback on the district's Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Plan and parent engagement funds. CLICK HERE to complete HCPSS Title I Parent, Family, and Community Engagement Input Survey.
We are so happy to congratulate our students! Each week one student in each of our 2nd through 5th grade music classes is selected as the "Super Singer." Students selected demonstrate consistent excellence in the school RISE expectations and/or the music skills that are being taught (singing, playing instruments, creating, and moving are some of the skills). Here are the super singers for the period of 2/2-4/8: Elmer G., Christian J., Logan B., Genesis P.A., Max C., Victor R.S., Lesly A.R., Destiny O., Tina A.M., Johanna A.L., Luke V.G., KJ O., Leila H.G., Lukaz Z.D., Axel M., Simon R., Sebastian A., Isaiah W., Brandon S.F., Dylan C., Kyrie G., Maeve C., Jannet C., Ayaan M., Alex F., Jeremiah C., Izzy R.W., Nick C., John A., Kim S.J., Damian P.V., Katie L., Luna M., Zuko B., Levi C., Aleks H., Ariana G., Michael S.F., Aurora P., Mercedes V., Keyarra M., Troy S.L., Andrew K., Austin F., Adis G.G., Heysel J., Nicholas C., Denisse O.P., Sophia B., Adrian M.U., Isabella A.C., Takai H., Elmer G., Zaiden A., Dylan M., Jaylynn C.V., Marlee R., Israel V.F., Cayden S., London L., Alex P.S.
Lastly, please make note of this week's 3 hour early dismissal for students on Wednesday, April 15. TSES will dismiss at 12:15.
This week's newsletter includes:
Important Dates
Eagles’ Night Out
Spring Testing Dates
Garden Work Days
National Take Your Child to Work Day
Field Day
News from the TSES Health Room
TSES Sunshine Committee Request
Yearbook Love Notes
Parenting Classes
TSES PreSchool & PreKindergarten
Kindergarten Registration for the 26-27 School Year
Important Dates
April 14 - End of 3rd marking period
April 14 - Eagles’ Night Out @ 6:00pm
April 15 - Schools close 3 hours early - TSES will dismiss @ 12:15
April 22 -Report cards available to families in Synergy at 4:00pm
April 23 - National Take Your Child to Work Day
April 24 - Field Day
May 4 - Spring Concert at OMHS @ 6:30pm
May 6 - International Night: A Window to the World @ 6pm (flier)
May 28 - PTA Paint Night
Eagles’ Night Out
Please join us on Tuesday, April 14 for Eagles’ Night Out @ 6:00pm. Check out the details on our flier . Please note the start time of 6pm, as this is the start time for dinner at this event. Be sure to rsvp using the QR code on the flier so that we can have an accurate count for food. Hope to see you there!
Spring Testing Dates
Please make note of the spring testing dates below for grades 3, 4, and 5. It is important for students to get a good night's rest, eat a healthy breakfast, and bring their positive attitude to school. Parents can support their child(ren) by encouraging them to do their bests on each test. See below for specific dates.
MCAP ELA
G3 - April 13, 14, 20, 21
G4 - April 21, 22, 29, 30
G5 - April 27, 28, 29, 30
MCAP Math
G3 - May 12, 13, 19, 20
G4 - May 11, 12, 18, 19
G5 - May 11, 12, 13, 14
Spring MAP
G1 - 4/28 (Math) 4/29 (ELA)
G2 - 5/19 (ELA) 5/20 (Math)
G3 - 5/28 (Math)
G4 - 5/8 (Math)
TSES Garden Work Days
Help us get the TSES Garden ready for a season of growth by joining one of our upcoming Garden Work Days. Families are invited to come dig in, plant, and help prepare the garden for the months ahead. No gardening experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm!
Saturday, April 18, 10:00 AM – 12:00PM
Saturday, May 16, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
We hope you and your family can join us! Please let us know if you plan to attend by completing the Garden Work Days form. Questions? Email Lois Bailey at Lois_bailey@hcpss.org
National Take Your Child to Work Day
The fourth Thursday in April of each year has been designated as National Take Your Child to Work Day. This year, the date is Thursday, April 23. The program was created as an educational experience for children. It provides an opportunity for children to become more aware of their parents’/guardians’ workday and encourages them to think about their own futures. A student in our school system who is participating in this program will be considered to be on a field trip and will not be marked absent for the day.
If your child will be attending work with you on Thursday, April 23, please complete this form so that their absence will be considered excused. Thank you for your help!
Field Day
TSES Families! Our favorite day of the year is almost here! Field Day is happening on 4/24 (rain date 5/26), and we need your energy to make it a win for the kids. Whether you're running a water station or cheering at the finish line, your help makes this day possible.
When: April 24th (Rain date is May 26th)
The Mission: Helping with games, stations, popsicles, water, etc.
Sign Up Here: https://signup.com/go/qxURjMU
Grab your sneakers and join the fun! Thank you for supporting our students.
Below is the breakdown of assigned colors per grade. Students are not required to wear their color, but it is encouraged.
5th Grade - RED
4th Grade - ORANGE
3rd Grade - YELLOW
2nd Grade - PURPLE
1st Grade - GREEN
Kindergarten - TIE DYE (Students will tie dye their shirts at school. More info to follow!)
Pre-K and Preschool - BLUE
Message from the TSES Health Room
Hello TSES Parents!
Spring into healthy habits! It is that time of year when the weather is becoming nicer, and we are spending more time outside.
What do Seasonal Allergies look like?
· Stuffy/runny nose
· Watery/itchy/red/puffy eyes
· Scratchy throat
· Dry cough
· Itchy, bumpy skin, hives, redness
What can parents do to help their child with seasonal allergies?
· When returning in from playing outside, have your child wash their hands and face
· Have your child splash/rinse eyes and apply a cool, wet cloth
· Talk to your child’s pediatrician about oral allergy medications, as well as eye drops or topical allergy medications for symptoms
If your child has Asthma, it is important to contact the pediatrician and have a treatment plan in place during this time of year.
Dental Clinic
On May 5 & 6, 2026, Talbott Springs ES will hold an in-school dental clinic provided by the MD Smiles Program. Permission slips were sent home last week. Please complete and return to school. You can also enroll your child by clicking this link: https://www.myschooldentist.com/TSHCMD_schsrm
Lindsey Squillario, RN, BSN
Cluster Nurse-Talbott Springs Elementary School
(410) 313-6918
Enroll in our FREE school based wellness center today!
TSES Sunshine Committee Request
The TSES Sunshine Committee would love your help in showering our amazing staff with monthly treats! Please consider donating individually wrapped snacks and/or drinks. Donations can be dropped off at the front office so we can keep our “Sunshine” cart fully stocked. Prefer not to shop? Monetary donations are also welcome. Please send checks or money orders (payable to Talbott Springs Elementary School) in a sealed envelope marked Attention: Sunshine Committee. We truly appreciate your continued support! If you have any questions, please contact patricia_cristiani@hcpss.org.
Yearbook Love Notes
Right after your child scavenges the yearbook for his or her pictures and those of friends, they will want to read all the wonderful LOVE NOTES from Family Members. Please use this opportunity to write to your child(ren) to show how much they are appreciated and loved, especially during the 2025-2026 school year!
* Let them know how GREAT they are doing in School!
* Tell them how PROUD you are of their accomplishments!
* Let them know you APPRECIATE how they have helped you!
Fill out this form no later than April 30,2026. Thank you!
Examples:
(1) Megan, we are so proud of you this year. We love you so much!
(2) Good Luck in Middle School Joe, we are so proud of you!
Please contact Michelle at michelle_humphrey@hcpss.org with any questions.
English Link: https://forms.gle/RjbJ6wJkf62U127x7
Spanish Link: https://forms.gle/L9JehVSjdoJEKQin6
Parenting Classes
Free! On Zoom and open to parents, guardians and grandparents residing in HoCo or with school-age children/grandchildren residing in HoCo. Evidence-based, interactive prevention program that provides families with the skills and knowledge to reduce the risk that their children will engage in other dangerous behaviors. Appropriate for K-12 families. Class dates: April 14, 15, 21, 22 (and April 28 will be optional) from Noon to 1:30 p.m. on Zoom. Visit HC DrugFree’s website for more information and register at https://tinyurl.com/GGCSpring2026
Pre-Kindergarten
Talbott Springs Pre-Kindergarten programs are a wonderful place to introduce your child to school. Our programs are state certified and are academic and age appropriate. We have obtained full Maryland accreditation.
Will your child be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026? If so, consider enrolling them in Pre-Kindergarten. PreK is an all-day program. Registration is open and ongoing- https://www.hcpss.org/enroll/
Or reach out for more information at 410-313-6915
If you have any questions about the Pre-K programs please call Mrs. Lauer or Ms. Beth at 410-313-6915 or stop in and visit- Our door is always open.
TSES PreSchool
Will your child be 3 years old by September 1, 2026? If so, we'd love to have your child as part of our LTP program.
The PreSchool classes are 4 days a week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:35-11:15AM.
If you would like more information on the program use the link below, call the front office or email Mrs. Lauer at alauer@hcpss.org
https://www.hcpss.org/schools/pre-k-programs/learning-together/
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Registration for new students or students entering public school kindergarten in fall 2026 begins TODAY March 2, 2026.
- Kindergarten is mandatory in Maryland. State law requires that children entering kindergarten in the fall of 2026 must be 5 years of age on or before September 1, 2026.
- Children entering first grade in the fall of 2026 must be 6 years old on or before September 1, 2026.
For details about registration and enrollment, visit www.hcpss.org/enroll/.
To view the fliers:
In English: It's Time to Register for Kindergarten Flier
In Spanish: It's Time to Register for Kindergarten Flier
In Chinese: It's Time to Register for Kindergarten Flier
In Korean: It's Time to Register for Kindergarten Flier
Inscripción para Kínder - ¡Comparta esta información con sus amigos y vecinos!
Del 2 al 6 de marzo de 2026 es el período de inscripción inicial designado para todo el condado.
Habrá asistencia con la inscripción durante todo el día escolar durante la semana de inicio. Consulte el sitio web del HCPSS para obtener información actualizada sobre la inscripción y el registro.
Edades para Kínder:
• Kínder es un grado obligatorio en el estado de Maryland.
• Los niños deben tener cinco años cumplidos antes del 1 de septiembre para asistir a kínder.
• Los niños que ingresen a kínder en el otoño de 2026 deben haber nacido entre el 2 de septiembre de 2020 y el 1 de septiembre de 2021.
• Los estudiantes se inscribirán en el área de asistencia donde residen. Consulte a las familias con el Localizador de Escuelas y Autobuses para confirmar la escuela asignada.
Todos los niños que cumplan 5 años antes del 1 de septiembre deben estar inscritos en un programa de kínder este otoño o contar con una exención aprobada.
Hay asistencia con la inscripción disponible durante todo el día escolar. Para programar una cita, llame al (410) 313-6915. Puede encontrar apoyo adicional consultando el sitio web del HCPSS para obt