On Thursday, October 23rd, a crowd gathered at 52 S. Washington Street in Easton to break ground on the Foundation of HOPE’s upcoming HOPE Center project.  When the building is complete, it will become the permanent home for the organization’s Economic Development and Empowerment Program for middle school girls, as well as expanded programming for the whole community.

The HOPE Center, conveniently located within walking distance from Easton Middle School, will contain a host of exciting features, including:

• Dedicated Learning Spaces
• A Teaching Kitchen
• Creative Arts Space
• Outdoor Space
• Multi-Use Space
• A Library
• A Technology Center
• A Community Conference Room

Foundation of HOPE Founder and President Keasha Haythe is looking forward to the program expansion that this new facility will make possible for the organization.  “The HOPE Center will allow us to introduce new programs for our girls, including STEAM and mental health and wellness,” she shares.  “In addition, we look forward to providing programming for the whole community, including healthy living, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship.  We can’t wait to get into our new home and turn these possibilities into realities!”

A crowd of more than 100 Foundation of HOPE supporters and program participants joined state and local dignitaries for the groundbreaking.  After giving her opening remarks, Haythe introduced Maryland’s First Lady Dawn Moore, who offered congratulations to the Foundation of HOPE and words of inspiration for the girls in attendance.

“The HOPE Center in Easton will be more than just a facility, but a place where every young girl will know she is brilliant, intelligent, and that she can be anything she wants to be because of the greatness inside of her,” said First Lady Moore. “I am proud that the Moore-Miller administration invested $650 thousand into this project, as we continue to uplift our next generation of leaders and leave no one behind.”

Next, Secretary of Housing and Community Development Jake Day addressed the crowd, expressing his support for the positive impact the Foundation is making in the community.

“Whether it’s financing affordable homes or important community projects, our team at the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development understands the importance of partnership and embraces the power of placemaking. We’re committed to making those places great because great places win,” said Secretary Day. “With their new center, the Foundation of HOPE will have the space to continue their vital, community-enriching work to empower girls and young women. It’s going to be a great place and a great win for the Town of Easton and all of Talbot County.”

 

Maryland State Senator Johnny Mautz and Talbot County Council President Chuck Callahan, both longtime supporters of the Foundation and its mission, also offered heartfelt remarks to commemorate this momentous occasion in the organization’s history.

After the ceremony, Foundation leadership and participants, as well as the visiting dignitaries, gathered for the official groundbreaking ceremony, followed by refreshments and networking.

The HOPE Center is slated for completion in by the end of 2026.  

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The Foundation of HOPE helps young girls and women lead productive lives in their communities by providing cultural, social, and educational development. The Foundation relies on the generous financial support of local individuals, businesses, and foundations to help local girls become the leaders of tomorrow, and to fund the HOPE Scholar scholarship program. The new facility was supported by $630,000 in FY24 Congressionally Directed Spending, secured by U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen and former Senator Ben Cardin.

“Foundation of HOPE has shown that when we invest in spaces where girls can learn and grow beyond the classroom, we’re investing in their long-term success. That’s why I worked to secure direct federal funding to support this new facility, which will offer even more students in Easton opportunities to learn and excel,” said Senator Chris Van Hollen, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee who worked to secure a $630,000 direct federal investment in 2024 to support the construction of the new HOPE Center.

To learn more about the Economic Development and Empowerment Program, the HOPE Center, and how you can help, visit foundationofhopemaryland.org or contact Keasha Haythe at [email protected].

The Gunston School recently hosted its annual Civic Learning Day, dedicating a full day to experiential learning that moves civic education beyond the classroom, engaging the entire student body in hands-on community service, career exploration, and critical discussions on current civic issues. The goal was to inspire students to embrace their roles as informed, active, and responsible citizens.

“Our Civic Learning Day is a cornerstone of The Gunston Experience, moving civic education from theory to practice,” said Head of School John Lewis. “By combining meaningful service work with direct exposure to public service professionals, we empower our students to understand and embrace their critical role in building a stronger community and a healthy democracy.”

The day was anchored by a robust schedule of community service. Groups of students traveled off-campus to assist key local partners, including Haven Ministries, where they sorted donated food items and organized warehouse space, and Tides of Grace, where they helped sort donated toys and assemble new storage units. Students also visited the Circuit Court for Queen Anne’s County to see the inner workings of a courtroom, and visited other local government buildings and departments. Simultaneously, teams on Gunston’s campus managed a mix of environmental and humanitarian work. This included essential projects like replanting the pollinator garden, establishing a new garden in front of the AB/Field House, and packaging goods for regional non-profits.

Humanitarian efforts focused on preparing sandwiches and healthy snack packages for Lighthouse Annapolis, assembling food packages for MidShore Meals til Monday, and preparing over 200 customized care bags for the Ronald McDonald House. Additionally, students processed collected shoes for transport to Rukundo International.

The afternoon transitioned into a comprehensive Career Tracks program, connecting students with a diverse roster of professionals who exemplify public service. Students engaged with more than 12 speakers from national and regional organizations, including the Office of Naval Intelligence, the US Department of State, a US Coast Guard Lieutenant Commander, an Air Force Pilot working for the Pentagon, the CEO of the Chesapeake Conservancy, a Family Nurse Practitioner from Choptank Community Health, and more.

“There were 12 parent volunteers leading sessions,” explains Director of Belonging & Community Dr. Ryan Asprion, who planned the day’s events. “Our students really love getting a firsthand perspective on how their passions could possibly translate into impactful careers across government, health, environmental science, law enforcement, and the non-profit sector.”

The day concluded with student and faculty-led discussion sessions, fostering civil discourse on important modern topics ranging from Environmental Justice and the Evolution of Women in Politics to Media Literacy and “Your vote, Your power.”

“Civic Learning Day reinforces one of the school’s core values,” said Dr. Asprion, “and that is to prepare students to be ethically and environmentally minded scholars, citizens, and leaders for a globalized society.”

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Founded in 1911, The Gunston School is an independent, nonprofit, nonsectarian, coeducational, college preparatory high school located in Centreville, Maryland. Visit gunston.org for more information.

The Gunston School welcomed more than 220 guests to its waterfront campus for the 10th Annual Bull & Oyster Roast on Saturday, October 18, 2025, chaired by Melanie & Nash McMahan, P’27’28. The school’s largest fundraising event of the year was dedicated to funding a crucial overhaul of the school’s rural campus technology infrastructure.

The event generated more than $73,100 through sponsorships, raffle tickets, and general event income. The live and silent auctions contributed $35,000, and the highlight of the evening was the direct-giving “Raise the Paddle” segment, which alone generated an impressive $45,000, bringing the total gross funds raised to just over $150,000.

The live auction, led by auctioneer Woody Dunstan, P’24,  saw enthusiastic bidding for big-ticket items, including a seven-night bareboat charter on a Fountaine Pajot Isla 40 Catamaran in the British Virgin Islands (BVI), a three-bedroom penthouse in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, and a beachfront villa in St. Thomas on Bolongo Beach. Unique experiences tailored for the Gunston community were also highly sought after, including 10 VIP seats for the Class of 2026 Graduation and the exclusive first-choice parking spot for the entire 2026-2027 school year. Major bids were rounded out by a professional Paul Reed Smith SE Custom 24 Electric Guitar and a catered cocktail cruise for eight on the Chester River.

The online silent auction, which ran from October 13 through October 19th, allowed the entire Gunston Community to participate. The selection featured tempting travel and local excursions, including a three-night stay in a lovely waterfront Annapolis condo, a weekend getaway in St. Michaels, a five-day Myrtle Beach vacation, a Deep Creek Cabin Weekend, and several fishing charters. Gift certificates for popular local restaurants were also available, alongside offerings of golf and spa packages, and original artwork.

Head of School John Lewis commented on the successful night. “The community’s response was overwhelming and demonstrates a shared vision for Gunston’s future. A comprehensive overhaul of our network infrastructure is now fully supported, which will ensure fast, secure, and seamless connectivity across campus. These upgrades are essential to supporting student learning, classroom technology, campus safety systems, and daily operations.”

Guests also enjoyed delicious food from Phat Daddy’s BBQ, Superior OysterShuckers, and Emily’s Produce, along with a beer truck, wine pull, cocktails, and dancing to round out the evening.

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Founded in 1911, The Gunston School is an independent, nonprofit, nonsectarian, coeducational, college preparatory high school located in Centreville, Maryland. Visit gunston.org for more information.

Photos by Elaina Faith Photography

Easton High Senior, Elmer Pineda, and St. Michaels High Senior, Tyler Murphy, will represent their schools as student members of the Talbot County Board of Education for the 2025-2026 school year.  Elmer and Tyler were selected following an application and interview process; they were officially sworn in at the October 13th Board of Education Work Session.

Elmer Pineda is the current Executive President of the Easton High School Student Government Association. He is also President of the Spanish Honor Society and a member of the National Honor Society. Elmer has been on the Principal’s Honor Roll since the 2022 school year.  He has received the Rural and Small Town Recognition, First-Generation Recognition, and School Recognition Awards, and was named an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction by the College Board.  Fluent in both English and Spanish, Elmer has earned the Maryland seal of Bi-Literacy, which recognizes a student’s high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages other than English.  

A member of the Easton Warrior Men’s Varsity Soccer team, Elmer was recognized as Defensive Player of the Year in 2024, and he served as Captain of the Junior Varsity team in his freshman year.   He is employed as a Team Leader and Trainer at Chick-Fil-A in Easton and he regularly volunteers at the Ministerio Misionero de Liberación y Restauración church. 

Tyler Murphy is the current President of the Student Government Association, and current Vice President of the National Honor Society at St. Michaels Middle High School.  Tyler has most recently received the school’s quarterly Character Award, the Super Saint Award, has also been on the Principal’s Honor Roll, and  has also been recognized as an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction by the College Board. As a Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) Delegate in his junior year at SMMHS, he attended a weekend leadership conference in Ocean City, Maryland. 

A member of the Varsity Soccer Team and a past member of the Junior Varsity Baseball Team, Tyler’s athletic awards include the Nick Bramble Iron Man Award (Soccer), the Junior Varsity MVP award (Baseball), and a North Bayside Honorable Mention (Soccer).  For the past four years, he has been a member of the Saints Marching and Concert Band as a percussionist, and he performed in the school’s production of “Snow White and the Prince” last school year.  Tyler has also participated in Destination Imagination, Travel Soccer and Baseball teams, and he has volunteered for the St. Michaels Running Festival. Currently, he is employed as a Dock Hand at the St. Michaels Marina. 

“We are excited to have these outstanding student leaders represent their schools this year,” said Dr. Sharon Pepukayi, Superintendent. “The Board values their input and feedback on important issues in our district, and enjoys hearing the monthly reports from their respective school communities. Congratulations to Elmer and Tyler on their appointments to this important role!”

 

The Talbot County Public Schools Education Foundation is pleased to announce that the 2025 “Mission Possible – Celebrating TCPS Alumni and Supporting Teachers” will be held on Friday, November 7 from at 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. at the Oxford Community Center.  Mrs. Eleanor “Tot” O’Mara, Easton High Class of 1967 and Mr. James Redman, retired TCPS Educator will serve as Mistress and Master of Ceremonies. The purpose of the event is to recognize TCPS Distinguished Alumni, celebrate Talbot County Public Education, and raise funds, awareness, and support for the Education Foundation. 

The following individuals will be honored as TCPS Distinguished Alumni for 2025:

Easton High School – Mrs. Linda S. Brown, Class of 1971

St. Michaels High School – Mrs. Jeannie Haddaway-Riccio, Class of 1995

Robert Russa Moton High School – Mr. Dale Webb, Sr., Class of 1965

The event will include a cocktail reception catered by Garden and Garnish, and a student performance.  Information will be presented about teacher grant proposals, so that guests see first-hand examples of the initiatives that the foundation raises funds to support.  Tickets to attend the event are $100 per person, and may be purchased on-line by visiting the Education Foundation website, https://www.tcpsef.org/ or by contacting Debbie Gardner at (410)822-0330, ext. 102 or by email at [email protected]. There are also a variety of sponsorship opportunities available. 

The Talbot County Public Schools Education Foundation was established in 2016 in partnership with the Mid-Shore Community Foundation.  To date the foundation has awarded more than $375,000 in grants to TCPS teachers. To learn more about supporting the TCPS Education Foundation, visit https://www.tcpsef.org/.

Talbot County Public Schools is proud to announce that Easton High senior Jack Perry has been named a Commended Student in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program.  Jack received a Letter of Commendation for this achievement from National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC ®), which conducts the program.  

About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise.  They are placed among the top 50,000 students who entered the 2026 competition by taking the 2024 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT ®). 

“Those being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success,” commented a spokesperson for NMSC.  “These students represent a valuable national resource; recognizing their accomplishments, as well as the key role their schools play in their academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in our nation. We hope that this recognition will help broaden their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue their pursuit of academic success.”

 

The Gunston School is proud to announce that four members of the Class of 2026 have been named Commended Students in the 2026 National Merit Scholarship Program. This distinguished recognition is awarded to students who placed among the top 50,000 scorers out of more than 1.5 million high school students who took the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) in October 2024. This recognition places these students among the top 3-4% of all test-takers nationwide.

The following students from the Class of 2026 were honored for their outstanding academic promise: Kate Andrews ’26, Soren (Arlo) Badger ’26, Eamon Schopfer ’26, and Lucas Watkins ’26.

“This is among the highest academic honors a student can achieve. We couldn’t be prouder of Kate, Arlo, Eamon, and Lucas. This recognition is a direct result of their remarkable intellectual curiosity and dedication to their studies,” said Head of School John Lewis. “The National Merit Commended Scholar achievement is a fantastic milestone in their college journey, and we look forward to continuing to work with them through our college guidance program as they explore their options and build on this success.”

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Founded in 1911 and currently enrolling 256 students, The Gunston School is an independent, nonprofit, nonsectarian, coeducational, college preparatory high school located in Centreville, Maryland. Visit gunston.org for more information.

Early Head Start (EHS) is offering a simple, sustainable, and entirely free solution for Talbot County families struggling to keep up with their children’s rapidly changing wardrobes: the EHS Fall Closet Swap. This community event is designed to help local families save money, promote sustainability, and support one another by exchanging gently-used clothing, shoes, and toys.

“Small children outgrow items so fast-it’s tough on the wallet and generates a lot of waste,” said Eren Levy – Front Desk Admin and Event Organizer. “Our Fall Closet Swap is about community-powered, sustainable shopping. People can refresh their fall and winter wardrobes without spending a dime, while also giving pre-loved items a second life.”

How the Closet Swap Works
The concept is simple: participants bring the gently-used, clean, and stain-free items their families have outgrown and swap them for “new-to-you” items others have contributed. There is no cost to Participate.

Key Benefits for Families:
Save Money: Acquire necessary clothing and supplies for free.
Be Sustainable: Reduce waste by keeping usable items out of landfills.
Support Community: Help local families find the essentials they need for their young children and themselves.
To ensure a positive and successful experience for all participants, organizers are asking that all donated items are in good, reusable condition.
The rule of thumb: “If you wouldn’t give it to a close friend, please don’t bring it to the swap!”

Event Details
Details for the drop-off and swap times are as follows: Items Drop Off
October 20th – 23rd from 9am to 4pm
305 Glenwood Ave. Easton, MD.

The Swap Event
October 24th
from 1 pm to 4pm
305 Glenwood Ave. Easton, MD.

All Talbot County is invited to participate. Early Head Start encourages all local residents to share this event with friends and community groups to maximize participation and benefit for local families.

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About Early Head Start
Early Head Start (EHS) provides comprehensive child development programs for low­income pregnant women and families with infants and toddlers up to age three. EHS promotes school readiness and healthy family development by providing services in education, health, nutrition, and social services.

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum will host OysterFest on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 10am-4pm, inviting the community to celebrate the Bay’s favorite bivalve with a day of fun for the whole family.

The OysterFest menu, of course, features fresh oysters served a variety of ways, plus other local fare, craft beer, and spirits. There’s also live music on two stages, an oyster stew competition, boat rides, a full schedule of demonstrations and presentations, children’s activities, and more.

Tickets for this rain-or-shine event, including a new VIP offering and CBMM Fall Festival Passes, are on sale now at cbmm.org/OysterFest, with discounted pricing for CBMM members.

Whether you prefer to sip, savor, or slurp Chesapeake Bay oysters, you’ll appreciate this beloved fall festival with oyster offerings from the Talbot Watermen Association and several local oyster farms, including raw and cooked options.

Guests can also purchase a variety of Chesapeake delicacies and other food offerings via local vendors on campus, plus a beverage selection that includes specialty cocktails and an array of local craft beer options. All food and drinks are an additional charge.

The always-popular oyster stew competition gives guests the chance to sample offerings from area restaurants in an OysterFest mug and then vote for their favorites to help decide which chefs claim the coveted title and local bragging rights.

The friendly competition continues with our annual oyster slurp-off contest. Interested participants can sign up on the day of the event.

All the oyster-themed fun will come with an upbeat soundtrack thanks to live music on both sides of campus all day long. An OysterFet staple, Electric Newgrass band Swamp Donkey will once again share their unique blend of originals and covers at the historic Tolchester Beach Bandstand. There will also be a stage on Fogg’s Landing, including a performance by local sibling trio The Folk Villains, to add to the festive atmosphere.

Throughout the day, the Van Lennep Auditorium will host a variety of guest speakers, including representatives from the Pocomoke Indian Nation, whose ancestral lands span much of lower Delmarva. In addition to their auditorium presentation, the Pocomokes will offer demonstrations throughout the day to share their history and traditions with guests near CBMM’s Shipyard.

Representatives from the American Chesapeake Club and their pups will be on hand to highlight Maryland’s official dog, the Chesapeake Bay retriever.

CBMM will also debut a new theater space on Navy Point, showcasing a selection from its library of historic and documentary films that includes the works of the celebrated environmental filmmakers Tom Horton, Dave Harp, and Sandy Cannon-Brown.

OysterFest programming, including presentations, demos, and performances from the Pocomoke Indian Nation, The Folk Villains, and the American Chesapeake Club, is supported by the Upper Shore Regional Folklife Center through the Maryland Traditions Program of the Maryland State Arts Council.

Children can explore life on the Bay through a range of themed, hands-on activities, including lawn games, model boat building, and more. The Phillips Wharf Fishmobile traveling aquarium will be on site, too.

Guests have a variety of ways to get out on the water at OysterFest, including free, drop-in cruises aboard CBMM’s floating fleet vessels. Patriot Cruises will offer a Narrated Historical Cruise on the Miles River at 12:30pm with combo tickets that include OysterFest admission and the cruise available.

CBMM is thrilled to welcome a pair of visiting tall ships to join in the fun. AJ Meerwald, a restored oyster dredging schooner that is New Jersey’s official tall ship, is offering free dockside tours from 10am-3pm and a ticketed public sail at 4pm, while Lady Maryland, a full-scale reproduction of a traditional 19th century Chesapeake Bay cargo schooner called a pungy, will be available for free deck tours during the festival before offering a ticketed sunset sail at 5pm.

Don’t miss the opportunity to purchase commemorative OysterFest gear in the Museum Store, showcasing this year’s featured historic oyster tin from CBMM’s collection. The one-gallon tin, featuring a silhouetted sailboat underway, was packed by Harrison & Jarboe Seafood Company in the 1950s on CBMM’s Navy Point and marketed as Miles River Brand Oysters. The design will be emblazoned on shirts and hats for purchase, as well as the mugs used for the oyster stew competition and the VIP tote bags.

This year, OysterFest is generously sponsored by PNC Bank and What’s Up Media.

OysterFest tickets can be purchased in advance online or at the door. Admission is set at $22 for adults, $19 for seniors (65+) and students (17+), $10 for active and retired military members, and $9 for children ages 6-to-17, with all children 5-and-younger admitted free.

CBMM members receive discounted pricing to OysterFest and other annual festivals celebrating the best of the Bay throughout the year. Adult member tickets are $10, and all children of members (17-and-younger) receive free admission. CBMM members at the Family & Friends level and above can also receive the $10 discounted admission for two additional adult guests.

To level up the fun, VIP tickets include festival admission, entry into the oyster stew competition with commemorative mug, access to the VIP Hospitality Lounge with a complimentary beer and wine bar, an exclusive OysterFest tote bag with a list of vendor specials, and discounts at the festival bars. The cost is $50 for CBMM members and $80 for non-members.

The CBMM Fall Festival Pass offers entry to three upcoming signature festivals, including OysterFest, the Holiday Edition of the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival (Saturday, Nov. 22), and Winter on the Chesapeake (Saturday, Dec. 13). The cost is $20 for CBMM members and $44 for non-members.

CBMM members become a part of the Chesapeake story, joining CBMM’s mission as stewards of the region’s rich cultural heritage. To discover all the terrific benefits of membership and join today, visit cbmm.org/memberships or contact Membership Services Coordinator Debbie Ruzicka at 410-745-4991 or [email protected].

During the festival, additional free parking will be available at St. Michaels Middle/High School, with a complimentary shuttle service running to and from CBMM.

For safety reasons, non-service dogs must be kept home during CBMM festivals, including OysterFest. Carry-on alcohol from dock or land is also prohibited.

Bikers and classic car enthusiasts gather in support of the students and adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities at Benedictine 

(Ridgely, MD – September 23, 2025) – Benedictine hosted its’ Chrome City Fundraiser for the 23rd year, drawing hundreds of visitors, motorcycles, hot rods, classic, custom, and vintage cars to the campus in Ridgely, Maryland on September 20th. The day included a car and motorcycle competition, live music by the Stoneflies – a Paul Reed Smith employee band, door prizes, food trucks, and fun for the whole family. The Benedictine Foundation’s Chrome City Fundraiser supports students and adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they can achieve their greatest potential.  

Two of Benedictine’s supported adults were able to be vendors this year, selling their own creations. Dom sold holiday décor, while Chas sold his fishing lures. Both enjoyed attending the event as vendors for the first time. “I had a great time at Chrome City. I met a lot of people,” said Dom. Chas stated, “I was very successful selling my lures at Chrome City. I almost reached my sales goal (and) met some nice people.”

The first 100 cars that registered received a dash plaque and everyone that registered received a commemorative Chrome City t-shirt. First place car was awarded to Richard Dascenzo for his 1965 Chevy and First place motorcycle to Joseph Wachter for his 2012 Kawasaki Vaqmaro. Sister’s Choice was awarded to David and Ellen Coleman for their 1962 Chevy Corvette. Thank you to Del Mar Va Judging Group for selecting the top 20 cars and to New Castle County Troopers for selecting the top 10 motorcycles. Thank you to Sister Mary Agnes for selecting Sister’s Choice. 

Numerous food trucks were on site to purchase breakfast and lunch from including Uncle Bernie’s Steak Shack, Smokin’ on the Shore BBQ, Jimmy’s Fat Rolls, So Coast Street Eats, Walker Family Seafood, Shore Good Coffee, T&D Fusions, Breezy Treats, Isaiah’s Ice Cream, and SnoAngels Shaved Ice.

Sponsors of this year’s Chrome City included A.H. Hatcher, Willow Construction, Fresh Air Concepts, The Jetty, Queenstown Bank, Southern Corrosion, Torchio Architects, Preston Automotive Group, Acrisure, Central Sod, Chesapeake Urology, Uncle Bernie’s Steak Shack, Bullock’s Deli, Callahan’s Gas, What’s Up? Media, So Coast Street Eats, Jimmy’s Fat Rolls, Conner. Inc, and Paul Reed Smith. Chrome City was also supported by numerous families, friends and staff.

“We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day to celebrate Benedictine’s 23rd Annual Chrome City Fundraiser. We all love to see the amazing motorcycles and cars come up Benedictine Lane. Thank you to all our sponsors and everyone who attended,” said Executive Director, Scott Evans. “Your support makes it possible for us to fulfill our mission to make sure all the children and adults we support living with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and autism achieve their greatest potential. “

If you would like more information on how you can support Benedictine, please contact Caroline Bauerle at [email protected] or 410. 634.2292. Visit Benedictine at www.benschool.org. 

 

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About Benedictine:

Benedictine is a non-sectarian nonprofit service provider whose mission is to support children and adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they can achieve their greatest potential. Benedictine currently supports close to 200 children and adults.

The year-round educational program is one of only 22 nationwide to earn a four-year accreditation from the National Commission for Accreditation of Special Education Services (NCASES). This program includes home-like living and learning options on the Ridgely, Maryland campus, for children ages 5 to 21 who come from Maryland and surrounding states. Benedictine also has 4 student group homes located in Caroline and Talbot Counties.  

Benedictine’s Adult Services program offers Meaningful Day and job training services for transitional youth and adults, ages 22 to 70+, who live in the community, and in 18 Benedictine adult group homes in Caroline, Talbot, and Anne Arundel Counties. 

Benedictine’s Easton Community Services & Training Center prepares the adults it supports to enter the workforce. Benedictine also collaborates with the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) to provide training programs and job search services for students in area schools and adults living in the surrounding community. 

Benedictine serves individuals from all over the state and Mid-Atlantic region and is one of the Eastern Shore’s largest nonprofit employers with close to 400 employees. For more information, visit www.benschool.org.