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'What are your plans following graduation?"
1+ hour, 44+ min ago (221+ words) i'll be at the University of Oregon with a full scholarship majoring in Art. It's my dream school, which I visited two years ago. I hope to become an art teacher someday." Olivia Valenti KIHS Graduate Queenstown I'll be at…...
Palestinians Gaza WCup Soccer Reaction
11+ hour, 43+ min ago (145+ words) My Eastern Shore MD Soccer fans watch a broadcast of the opening match of the World Cup soccer tournament between Mexico and South Africe at a local coffeeshop in Gaza Strip, Friday June 11, 2026. There was a problem reporting this. Keep…...
Washington College launches Hogan Institute to promote principled leadership and civic engagement
3+ week, 1+ day ago (138+ words) CHESTERTOWN " As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Washington College is launching a new initiative aimed at renewing the principles that have long guided American democracy. The Institute will offer programming focused on leadership development, civil discourse, and real-world problem-solving. Through…...
April proclaimed Month of the Young Child | Community | myeasternshoremd. com
1+ mon, 5+ day ago (217+ words) Students are recognized for their art work during an April meeting of the Queen Anne's County Commissioners. CENTREVILLE " Queen Anne's County celebrated the importance of early learning, strong support systems, and the bright futures of its youngest community members, proclaiming…...
Positive childhood experiences help kids grow into resilient adults
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (254+ words) As the counterpart to Adverse Childhood Experiences, Positive Childhood Experiences focus on the supportive, grounding experiences that help children manage life and stay connected. Growth happens when children feel safe, seen, and supported. As adults, we cannot always prevent adversity…...
Where art takes the stage: Students step into the spotlight at Eastern Shore Arts Festival
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (251+ words) The Eastern Shore Arts Festival held at Chesapeake College welcomes dancers of all dance styles to perform. To the Pointe Dance Company of Ridgely. Amelia Bickel of Washington College performs ballet during the Eastern Shore Arts Festival held at Chesapeake…...
KI Elks student scholarship deadline Feb. 2
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (152+ words) STEVENSVILLE " The Kent Island Elks, Lodge 2576, located at 2525 Romancoke Road, Stevensville, is, and has been offering high school senior student scholarships for advanced educational opportunities for decades, for college and vocational training. The deadline for applying for these scholarships is…...
Building a brighter tomorrow: QA proclaims January National Mentoring Month
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (286+ words) Program specialist Kelsey Haft provides an overview of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore's services as Queen Anne's County proclaims January 2026 National Mentoring Month. CENTREVILLE " Recognizing the powerful and lasting impact mentors have on the lives of young…...
Garnet pre-K expansion welcomes 3-year-olds
8+ mon, 1+ week ago (424+ words) Two young students shake hands as they enter their first day of 3-year-old prekindergarten Monday, Sept. 15 at the Presbyterian Church of Chestertown, which is hosting the new program offered through Kent County Public Schools. Director Teaching and Learning Gina Jachimowicz…...
Prioritizing children's mental health in the summer
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (332+ words) Summer is supposed to be a happy time for children, but sometimes it requires special attention to children's mental health. Although prioritizing children's mental health is important every day, the summer months bring several changes that make it one of…...