Our History
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Our History  Since 1983, Target Community & Educational Services, Inc. has been dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through innovative, community-based services.    The Beginning  Target was founded by parents concerned about the quality and consistency of care their children with disabilities were receiving. … Read More

Circle of Five Society
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The Circle of Five Society Honoring the Past. Empowering the Future. At Target Community & Educational Services, our story began with just five participants and a vision—to build a community rooted in dignity, opportunity, and empowerment for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Today, over 200 individuals thrive in our … Read More

A headshot of Sam Havighurst, the Executive Director of North Carroll Community School. Sam is shown with a shaved head, beard and big smile.
North Carroll Community School
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I’m Sam Havighurst, President of North Carroll Community School in Westminster. We’ve been in operation for twenty years and have consistently valued creating a positive and inclusive work culture. About two years ago, we made the decision to hire Hunter DeMarcy as an instructional assistant for our PE program. After … Read More

Andy Goldstein, Managing Partner of Potomac Pizza, in a brown shirt, khaki shorts and a smile stands with Target Community participant Adam T. in a blue shirt and khaki shorts.
Potomac Pizza
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I have worked with Adam T. in tandem with Target Community and Educational Services at my restaurant Potomac Pizza, for almost a decade now. I have seen Adam really grow and own his role on our team. Target has been there each day as he has built his own regulars … Read More

The Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center Team consisting of 3 black women standing together and smiling for the camera. One is in a green hat and green CK shirt, the woman in the middle is in a white t-shirt and blue jeans and the last lady is in a black and white shirts and light blue jeans.
The Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center Team
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We are honored to write this letter in strong support of Target Community and Educational Services and the invaluable contributions their participants make through their partnership with Interfaith Works Essential Needs Center (IWENC). The individuals supported by Target play a vital role in helping us serve our community with compassion, … Read More

A headshot of Kharisma Thomas a black woman wearing a gold head band, black glasses and silver earrings, smiling at the camear.
Kharisma Thomas
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My time in the Human Services Management program, while working as a Community Living Manager at Target Community and Educational Services, has been nothing short of transformative. It wasn’t always easy—this journey came with its share of challenges—but each moment has taught me something valuable. I gained not only practical … Read More

A headshot of Stella Corgan a white woman in a purple shirt and brown hair smiling at the camera.
Stella Corgan
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My time working as a Community Living Manager at Target Community and Educational Services, has been such a wonderful opportunity to experience! It wasn’t always easy, there were times where challenges would occur, but each and every moment has taught me something valuable. I gained many practical skills to use … Read More

Media
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Media Center Explore the stories, experiences, and insights that bring our mission to life. From inspiring videos to powerful podcast conversations and success stories, this is where transformation happens. Videos Graduate Program Overview Learn about how students transform into leaders through the Target–McDaniel Graduate Program. A Day in the Life: … Read More

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Adam Stultz
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I got involved with Target Community because of the incredible individuals we serve. Their resilience and determination resonated deeply with my own vision, and I knew immediately that Target’s calling was where I could truly make an impact every single day. Working here has transformed my life. I now have … Read More

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