ESMEC News

SVN | Miller announced the sale of a Salisbury property to Chimes International, which plans to establish The Chimes School Eastern Shore on the site. The school will be "a new and specialized educational resource that will expand access to services for students with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral support needs throughout Maryland’s Eastern Shore," according to SVN | Miller's release. The school will address a regional need for spe

A partnership of seven Eastern Shore school districts applied for and was awarded a Grow Your Own grant to establish and expand a Registered Teacher Apprenticeship Program in each county. The partnership includes Caroline, Cecil, Dorchester, Kent, Queen Anne's, Talbot, and Somerset County Public Schools, as well as each of their respective teacher's associations. Also included are higher education partners Chesapeake College, Salisbury University, and University of Maryland E

The Maryland legislature has committed $5 million in support for a new Kennedy Krieger Institute campus in Wicomico County. This project will significantly expand special education services on the Lower Shore. The Kennedy Krieger Institute is a non-profit that provides a wide range of services for people with neurological, rehabilitative or developmental needs. "Under our roof, you'll see speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapy, clinical social

Greensboro Elementary School was recently spotlighted on The Today Show as part of Caroline County's participation in the No Kid Hungry initiative. No Kid Hungry Maryland has been working to end childhood hunger in Maryland since 2008. They work with schools as well as national and local agencies to implement policies surrounding after school, summer, and breakfast meal programs that help hungry kids gain access to nutritious meals. Caroline County Public Schools sends food h

The superintendents of the Eastern Shore school districts would like to congratulate Dr. Sonja Brookins Santelises, Chief Executive Officer of Baltimore City Public Schools, for being named the 2026 Maryland Superintendent of the Year by the Public School Superintendents’ Association of Maryland (PSSAM). “Dr. Santelises exemplifies the bold, visionary leadership that drives real change for students,” said Dr. Carey Wright, State Superintendent of Schools. “Her deep commitme

The latest issue of the ESMEC Newsletter is now available. Topics covered include new superintendents on the Eastern Shore (welcome!) and Blueprint updates.

Caroline County Public Schools is the recipient of a Magna Silver Award from the National School Boards Association (NSBA). Caroline is one of only 15 winners from across the nation receiving this honor in 2025. The Magna Awards recognize school districts and boards for their innovative and creative problem-solving in education. The awards highlight districts that have tackled challenges with out-of-the-box strategies and demonstrated a commitment to improving education. Sc

The Salisbury Alumni Association recognized eight lifetime Sea Gulls in four categories at its annual awards ceremony. ESMEC's own Dr. Kelly Griffith was recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award. The Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to alums who have demonstrated long-term success in their careers and who exemplify the attributes of an SU graduate in areas such as leadership, citizenship, community service and/or service to their businesses or industries.