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.
City Schools presented the district's proposed $1.9 billion budget for the 2026-27 school year to the Board of School Commissioners during the public Board meeting on Wednesday, April 8. The budget details funds which will cover needs surrounding student wholeness, literacy, leadership, equity, and district office structure. The Board will review the budget book in preparation for a final vote on May 5, 2026. View the SY 2026-27 proposed budget book: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/budget.
Stay in the know about your child's safety at school. The Maryland Center for School Safety has developed a Standard Response Protocol Guide for parents to help you understand how schools respond during emergencies. It explains tactics for responding to weather events, fires, and more. Read the full guide in English and Spanish.
Happy School Library Month! City Schools is highlighting the essential role school libraries and librarians play in supporting student learning across the district. Librarians connect students to stories, digital resources, and opportunities that extend learning beyond the classroom. Learn more about School Library Month here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2825858.
Congratulations to our newest round of student Icon Award winners: Kimiyah Blue, Conner Rivers, and Ki’Are Cooper! Each student demonstrates one of the Portrait of a Graduate competencies. Learn more about our winners: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2823658.
City Schools is thrilled to announce the 10 semifinalists for the 2026 Teacher of the Year award! These outstanding educators have demonstrated exceptional dedication and passion in their classrooms and school communities. Learn more about our semifinalists here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/teacher-of-the-year. Stay tuned as we move closer to unveiling the final winner who embodies excellence in education!
Deadline Approaching: Please share your school experience by completing the family survey! The survey is confidential and available now until Sunday, May 10, 2026. Your input will help school and district leaders plan for the next school year. To complete the family survey, please click the following link: https://baltcityschools.org/FamilySurvey.
