The Board of School Commissioners has approved the district's $1.95 billion fiscal year budget for the 2026-27 school year during the public Board meeting on Tuesday, May 5. The budget details funds which will cover needs surrounding student wholeness, literacy, leadership, equity, and district office structure. The budget will next be presented to the Baltimore City Council. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2869949.
Get a head start on your child’s education savings with up to $500 from the State through the Save4College State Contribution Program. Must apply by 11:59 PM on May 31, 2026. For more details, visit: https://maryland529.com/home/save4college.html.
Will you be a middle or high school student athlete in 2026-27? Register for a free sports physical and more at the Under Armour Student Athlete Celebration on Saturday, June 6. High school students register from April 27 to May 8. Middle school students register starting May 11. Learn more and register here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2865498.
What does Baltimore City Public Schools look like through the eyes of its students? The newest exhibit in the THIS IS CITY SCHOOLS gallery explores the student perspective in a powerful and personal way. To learn more about the WHAT IS CITY SCHOOLS?: A Student Photography Exhibit, click here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2856512.
HAPPENING TOMORROW: City Schools will host its fourth annual Student Film Festival on Saturday, May 2, 2 – 4 p.m. at the Parkway Theatre. Tickets are FREE. Support student filmmakers as they share their work in this annual celebration of visual storytelling. Get tickets and learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2839497.
City Schools celebrates Jewish American Heritage Month. This month recognizes the enduring contributions of Jewish Americans to the history and culture of the United States. To learn more about the history of this recognition, click here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2858293.
City Schools celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This month recognizes the influence, history, culture, and achievements of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans in the United States. To learn more about the history of this recognition, click here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2858210.
Curious about what happened at the last Board meeting? Take a look at the latest mini minutes video from the April 21 Board meeting to catch up on what’s happening across City Schools.
English video: https://youtu.be/xkl6z3qNmEc?si=mJRXSvqsJDW6TTPV
Spanish video: https://youtu.be/YNs2X8RMkdA?si=r8I_R3b1uyi1rfTJ
In May, City Schools will host Code of Conduct Feedback Sessions for stakeholders to share their thoughts on bullying, dress codes, and other protocols in the district's Code of Conduct. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2853828.
In celebration of City Schools Fine Arts Month, join us at the City Schools Central Office (200 E. North Avenue) for rotating weekly showcases and special performing arts presentations in the Central Office Lobby. See the full list of performances on our website: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2845967.
ASCBC and Student Commissioner elections are May 18-21. Middle and high school students around the city will have the opportunity to elect student leaders to represent them for the 2026-27 school year. Learn more about the candidates and election process on the ASCBC website: https://bit.ly/ASCBCElection.
City Schools will host its fourth annual Student Film Festival on Saturday, May 2, 2 – 4 p.m. at the Parkway Theatre. Tickets are FREE. Support student filmmakers as they share their work in this annual celebration of visual storytelling. Get tickets and learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2839497.
City Schools' Great Kids Farm will host its FREE Spring Farm Family Hours on Saturday, April 25, 2026. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., staff, students, and families can explore the farm, meet animals, and engage in outdoor activities. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2834984.
HAPPENING TOMORROW: Join the Board of School Commissioners for a deep conversation about what matters to you. On April 22, at the Central Office from 4-6 p.m., the Board will host an in-person/virtual forum where students can speak directly with the Board about policy reform, personal school experiences, school safety, and much more. Food will be provided. Interpretation services are available upon request. Please register today using this form: https://baltcityschools.org/StudentBoardForum26.
HAPPENING TODAY: The Baltimore City Board of Commissioners will meet at 10 a.m. Monday, April 20, 2026, to consider approving the appointment and employment contract for the new Chief Executive Officer of Baltimore City Public Schools. The meeting will take place in the Board Room at the district headquarters, 200 E. North Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202. A livestream of the meeting will be available at: https://bit.ly/CitySchoolsCEOBoardVote. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2827500.
The 2026 Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey is available now until Friday, June 5. If you are the parent or guardian of a student receiving special education services in Maryland, you should have received a copy of this survey in the mail. Learn more: https://www.mdparentsurvey.com/.
The Baltimore City Board of Commissioners will meet at 10 a.m. Monday, April 20, 2026, to consider approving the appointment and employment contract for the new Chief Executive Officer of Baltimore City Public Schools. The meeting will take place in the Board Room at the district headquarters, 200 E. North Ave, Baltimore, MD 21202. A livestream of the meeting will be available at: https://bit.ly/CitySchoolsCEOBoardVote. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2827500.
