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BCPSS History

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In 2003, the Baltimore City Public School System marked 174 years of service to the community–its children, youth, and adults. "A Study of the Baltimore City Public School System (BCPSS)" presents a candid and engaging discussion of the history of BCPSS from its beginning in 1829 to today.

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Through the years, literally millions of parents in Baltimore City have entrusted the education of their children to the schools; and for nearly two centuries, devoted teachers have accepted this great responsibility. The classroom is the central focus of our existence, and an understanding of the past can illuminate the future.

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      BCPSS History       The Beginning - 1829 Struggle for Existence The Development - 1839 to 1866 Expansion - 1866 to 1900 Turn of the Century - 1900 to 1925 Meeting the Challenges – 1925 to 1956 From the Old Order to the New Order – 1957 to 1997New Era in School Reform - 1997 List of Past & Present Superintendents