Here's What's Happening This Week 6.25.2025
TPP Program & Updates
SoMD 2030 builds the STEM pipeline, increases career opportunities, and connects talented students with Southern MD apprenticeships and internships. For questions contact: Chris Abell, SoMD 2030, Workforce Development Director at chris.abell@paxpartnership.org .
The TPP Newsletter is archived on our website
here: https://paxpartnership.org/newsletter/.
TPP HAS OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE! Contact Michelle Reloba for more information at 301-866-4088 or michelle.reloba@paxpartnership.org
TPP IS HIRING!
Our Finance Director, MaryKay Myers, is retiring on August 1st, 2025. The search continues!
Job Description here: https://paxpartnership.org/employment-opportunities/
SPECIAL NOTICE!
Seeking Industry inputs to the Government on a Fall Industry Day
- Important Broad Topics Industry wishes to have the entire collective briefed on
- Breakouts by RO of upcoming requirements or overall strategies moving forward
- Desired Breakout Sessions
- CMMC L2 implementation
- SB and increasing participation in S&T
- Source Selection Criteria
- Labor Categories, SCA, BLS, cost realism (DoD vs Non-DoD)
- Training to be provided by the Government
- Training / Info briefs to be provided by Industry to other Industry and Government
- Round Table Topics (Collection of Gov and Industry in open format question and answer / discussion sessions) for example:
Your inputs are important to us and we need adequate time to down select, identify critical personnel, facility planning, etc.
Please submit feedback no later than July 10th.
Reply to: Christopher Beard, Mission Systems and DAiTA Group Acquisition Lead Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division, Christopher.m.beard6.civ@us.navy.mil (w) 301-995-2421
TPP – NAWCAD - NAVAIR - TECH BRIDGE
8 - 10 July, 2025 NCMS Sustainment Accelerator: COMFRC - In partnership with the US Navy Commander Fleet Readiness Centers (COMFRC), NavalX Southern Maryland (SOMD) Tech Bridge, and local student STEM programs, NCMS is hosting a Sustainment Accelerator. Industry and academic partners are invited to share potential innovations in technology that can support the Navy’s needs, and to demonstrate their technologies to DOD leadership in real-time. Exhibitions of special interest to local STEM students. Venue: The Patuxent River Naval Air Museum. Registration deadline is June 30th. Exhibitor information, registration, and tickets found here: https://ncms.org/events/ncms-sustainment-accelerator-comfrc/
Tech Bridge–NAVAL X: https://navalx.nre.navy.mil/s/tech-bridges/southern-maryland-tech-bridge and https://techport.center/
EDUCATION
The Apprenticeship Maryland Program/Tech Jobs Rule (AMP/TJR) and the Dr. James A. Forrest Career & Technology Center (FCTC) want local companies to participate in the Youth Apprenticeship Program for the 2025-2026 school year. Apprenticeships will begin between June and September 2025, and we don't want you to miss out! Companies in St. Mary’s County that would like to participate should complete the 2025-2026 Youth Apprentice Industry Request Form here: https://paxpartnership.org/tech-jobs-rule/ and submit it to kawhite@smcps.org. Please check out the AMP/TJR video here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2FT6Mc1-00
College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Information, news, and events: register: https://www.csmd.edu/news/index.html
Registration is Ongoing for Community Education Courses; CSM offers a variety of Community Education courses. Register here: www.csmd.edu/CommunityEducation.
NEWS: “CSM is proud to serve those who have served,” said Rebecca Collins, CSM Veterans Affairs Coordinator. “Through initiatives like dedicated VA advising, tailored onboarding, a veterans’ lounge, and strong community partnerships, we are not only honoring their service but actively supporting their success. We’re proud of this recognition and remain committed to making CSM a place where military-affiliated students can find purpose, belonging, and a clear path forward in completing their educational goals.” To learn more about CSM’s Veterans Affairs services, visit www.csmd.edu/veterans.
SUMMER CAMPS AND PROGRAMS
Combat Robotics-growingSTEMS offers three separate Combat Robotics opportunities. Between weekend summer camps, a 1lb weight class local competition, and a travel team consisting of 3lb, 12lb, and 30lb combat robots, growingSTEMS has a lot to offer!
Website link for all 3 combat programs and sign-up deadlines:
https://growingstems.org/combat-robotics/
Videos:
RESOURCES & EVENTS
Governor Moore Launches Resource Website for Maryland Workers Impacted by Recent Federal Actions
https://response.maryland.gov/federalpublicservants/
Southern Maryland Minority Chamber of Commerce's upcoming Entrepreneur Course.- Nationally recognized training for new and aspiring small business owners is now available in Southern MD. Email presceo@smmcoc.org
For more information, see here: https://paxpartnership.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/SMMCOC-E3-Entrepreneurship-Course.jpg
The "Every Student Flies" program- Ready 9 Aviation Academy is an evolution of Southern Maryland Seaplanes, focused on providing specialty flight instruction for rated pilots. This new chapter builds on that expertise to bridge the gap between existing STEM programs in Southern Maryland and a hands-on instructional experience in an airplane. The Ready 9 program offers every high school-aged student in Southern Maryland a free hands-on flight in an airplane. Read more here:
https://paxpartnership.org/every-student-flies-program/ or go to their website here: https://www.r9aa.org/
Pax River Naval Museum (PRNAM) Join today: https://www.paxmuseum.com/membership
Event Calendar: https://www.paxmuseum.com/events-calendar
- Flight simulators are open on Saturdays 10 am to 4 pm and Sundays 12 pm to 4 pm. The museum is seeking adults (18+) interested in supervising the simulators during the weekends. Email dan.dickey@paxmuseum.org for more information!
- The PRNAM Association is seeking a commission-based Business Development Representative. Resumes may be sent to scott.gray@paxmuseum.org.
- July 9th Family Day at PRNAM! More details to come!
Thursday, June 26 | 5 pm to 7 pm MEGA Summer Intern Networking Event. Interns across the tri-county area are invited to participate in the MEGA INTERN and Young Professionals networking/social event at the Pax River Naval Air Museum, co-sponsored by the St. Mary’s County Dept of Economic Development. There will be free food, and an opportunity to connect with many other interns and young professionals in southern MD. RSVP here.
Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Southern Region, stay informed and follow social media, and here: https://www.sbdchelp.com Check out their NO-Cost online Training & Workshops! https://www.marylandsbdc.org/training
June small business courses found here: https://mdsbdc.ecenterdirect.com/events?reset=1
Greenwell Foundation is seeking Nature Volunteers to provide support for our PreK to 1st grade environmental education field trips, guided hikes and kayaking programs, tabling at outreach events, and more! You can learn more and apply here.
TEDCO Leading innovation to market- find funding/explore resources https://www.tedcomd.com/ Newsletter Link: https://www.tedcomd.com/subscribe-tedcos-newsletters Events calendar: https://www.tedcomd.com/events
NEWS
FYSA: MODERNIZING DEFENSE ACQUISITIONS AND SPURRING INNOVATION IN THE DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL BASE
Executive Orders
Read more here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/04/modernizing-defense-acquisitions-and-spurring-innovation-in-the-defense-industrial-base/
COMMUNITY NEWS & ACTIVITIES
Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 10 am – 4 pm- LEXBA presents 2nd Annual Community, Culture & Cuisine. This year’s theme, “The Worlds”, invites guests of all ages to explore a global village right in the heart of Southern Maryland, complete with seven continent zones, cultural passports, immersive activities, and international performances. Venue: Lexington Manor Passive Park. LEXBA website, for information on this and other events: https://lexba.org/
Saturday, June 28 - 29, 2025 | 1 pm to 6 pm daily. Hooked! on the Potomac is a brand-new festival taking place on the Village Green in Indian Head, Maryland. This fish-themed event highlights recreational fishing, aquatic conservation/invasive species impacts, and delicious local seafood. There will be food trucks, vendors, activities for kids, live music from Megan Barker on the MLF Stage, and more! This event takes place in conjunction with Major League Fishing’s (MLF) Bass Pro Tour- Stage 6, a top-level competitive bass fishing circuit featuring the world’s best anglers. Admission is FREE! More here: https://www.explorecharlescounty.com/events/hooked
St. Mary’s College of Maryland (SMCM) The National Public Honors College Website: https://www.smcm.edu/
Events here: https://inside.smcm.edu/events?utm_source=www&utm_medium=link&utm_term=&utm_content=header-menu&utm_campaign=engagement
Note the venue for the events below:
- June 27: A Moment for Our Thoughts Music of John Williams, Arthur Honegger, Florent Schmitt, Gabriel Fauré
- July 4: A Swingin' Singin' 4th With Sara Jones Featuring Sara Jones, jazz vocalist and the music of Morton Gould, Ellington Strings and more! FIREWORKS AFTER THE SHOW!
Historic Sotterley - Information & to register for events here:
https://www.sotterley.org/events.
Docents and Visitor Center Assistants Needed!
Volunteer form: https://sotterley.org/?ff_landing=6
Find Local Farmers Markets Near You! Southern Maryland Buy Local Guide Available Now- Your one-stop resource support for local farmers and enjoy the best of SoMD. View the SoMD Farmers Market Guide HERE
St. Mary’s County Library Newsletter sign up:
https://www.stmalib.org/newsletter-sign-up/
Planning a Conference or meeting, St Mary’s County is a prime location. Partner with organizations to highlight local lodging options and 'things to do' for conference attendees of industry days and other meetings/conferences. Check out the St. Mary’s County website: Visit St. Mary's MD
St. Mary’s County Museum Division - Please visit
https://www.stmaryscountymd.gov/recreate/Museums/
Free admission for the Military!
- Walk on the Wild Side with an Artistic Adventure! Register Now for Summer “Art Kids” Classes at St. Clement’s Island Museum with local artist Ellen Duke Wilson - Classes for children ages 7 to 17at $5 per child.To register please call Christina Barbour at (301) 769-4723. For more information on this or other events, visit Facebook.com/SCIMuseum
- July 11 |5:30 am – 8 pm: 25th Anniversary Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival Announces Kickoff Event “A Jazz at Sunset Affair on the Potomac” at Piney Point Lighthouse Museum. Tickets are $85 per person or $160 per couple (21 and older only). Your ticket includes food, live music, two glasses of wine, and more. Tickets and Information General admission, VIP tickets, tickets to all events, including the jazz cruise, are available at www.PotomacJazzFest.com Stay updated on festival details by following the event’s Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/SCIMuseum/events
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