Talbott Springs Elementary School
Newsletter - 5/15/25
Dear TSES families,
We have had a busy few weeks at TSES. We’ve celebrated staff appreciation week, held our Spring Music Concert, had International Night, and have so much to look forward to between now and the last day of school (June 18)!
Thank you to our wonderful PTA for their ongoing support and for showering the TSES staff with goodies during staff appreciation week. We felt the love and are so grateful for your continued support!
Please take a moment to ready below regarding our end of year Title I Input Survey. Which grade will win the challenge?! Thank you for your input and support!
TSES 2025-2026 Input Survey
As you may know, Talbott Springs Elementary is a Schoolwide Title I School. Family engagement is an important part of Title I. Talbott Springs Elementary and Howard County Public Schools (HCPSS) value your input and partnership in supporting the academic success of your child. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey regarding school improvement, climate, and family engagement. This will be used to evaluate our Title I program so that we can better serve you. Your responses will be kept strictly confidential. Please complete the online survey by Friday, June 5, 2026.
DIRECTIONS: Please read each statement or question carefully, decide which response best matches your point of view, click the circle for that choice, and offer feedback when appropriate.
CLICK HERE to complete the survey. Thank you for your input and responses.
Estimado Padre y Tutor,
La Escuela Primaria Talbott Springs (TSES, por su nombre en inglés) es una Escuela de Título I a lo Largo de la Escuela. La participación de padres es una parte importante de Título I. La TSES y el Sistema de Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Howard (HCPSS, por su nombre en inglés) valoran su opinión y asociación en apoyo del éxito académico de su niño. Por favor, dedique algunos minutos para completar esta encuesta sobre la mejora escolar, clima y compromiso familiar. Esto será utilizado para evaluar nuestro programa de Título I para poder asistirlo de una manera mejor. Sus respuestas serán estrictamente confidenciales. Por favor, complete el cuestionario en línea antes del Viernes, 5 de junio de 2026.
INSTRUCCIONES: Por favor, lea cada afirmación o pregunta detenidamente, decida cuál respuesta refleja mejor su punto de vista, haga clic en el círculo para dicha opción e incluya su opinión cuando fuera apropiado.
Haga clic aquí para completar la encuesta. Gracias por sus aportaciones y respuestas.
This week's newsletter includes:
Important Dates
Garden Workday
Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser
Yearbook Information
TSES PreSchool & PreKindergarten
Kindergarten Registration for the 26-27 School Year
Important Dates
May 16 - Garden Work Day @ 10am-12pm
May 18 - Last day to order for our Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser
May 22 - Yearbook order deadline
May 25 - HCPSS Schools & Offices Closed
May 27 - HCPSS Schools & Offices Closed
May 28 - FSP & PTA Paint Night
June 2 - PTA Meeting @ 6:00pm
June 12 - PTA Summer Kick Off
June 16 - HCPSS schools dismiss 3 hours early - TSES dismisses @ 12:15
June 17 - HCPSS schools dismiss 3 hours early - TSES dismisses @ 12:15
June 18 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! - TSES dismisses @ 12:15
TSES Garden Work Days
Tomorrow, 5/16, is our garden work day! Help us get the TSES Garden ready for a season of growth by joining one of our upcoming Garden Work Day. 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, 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
Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser - Ends on May 18!
We are already planning for next year’s Black History Month! We are raising funds to support next year’s Black History program. Our goal is to raise $1,500! Check out the flier for details and how to get started. The last day to order is May 18!
Yearbook Ordering Information - Last day to order is May 22!
It’s time to order your 96-page full-color 2025-2026 yearbook! What a great way to remember this school year and give your child a lasting keepsake.
ORDER FORMS WERE SENT HOME ON THURSDAY APRIL 30, 2026.
· Send Cash, Check, or Money Order made payable to Talbott Springs Elementary School for $29.00 per book ordered.
· Order online at https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/talbottspringselementaryschool
· Return order envelope by May 22, 2026 (FIRM DATE).
· TSES does not order ‘extra’ yearbooks for later purchase.
We appreciate all your support in making the 2025-2026 Yearbook the best yet. Please contact Michelle Humphrey with any questions at michelle_humphrey@hcpss.org
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 is open!
- 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