This Thursday, join the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners at a special, virtual Safety and Wholeness Committee Meeting on November 13, 2025, at Dorothy I. Height Elementary School from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Hear updates on the CEO search and discuss ongoing efforts to ensure safety and wholeness in our schools., https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/events?start_date=2025-11-01&end_date=2025-11-30&id=48295093
New this school year, middle school report cards will include the unweighted grade point average (GPA) to help students understand how their achievement now connects to future opportunities. Read why middle school GPAs matter: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2525839
Ravens Stadium is hosting City Schools' girls' flag football games tomorrow and Saturday! Check the schedule and claim your tickets today: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2533671
Embark on an educational expedition with Teacher of the Year Jevons Liu
Join Jevons Liu, City Schools Teacher of the Year from the Academy for College and Career Exploration, as he travels to Patagonia: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGo5Ib5Rlyd7LlGm9DBZ2uOIKSZY0x7m5
Join Jevons Liu, City Schools Teacher of the Year from the Academy for College and Career Exploration, as he travels to Patagonia: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGo5Ib5Rlyd7LlGm9DBZ2uOIKSZY0x7m5
City Schools is excited to share a new learning resource designed just for you! Learning Together: A Guide for Families provides key reading and math milestones for each elementary school grade level, from Pre-K through 5th grade. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/learning-guides
City Schools is proud to announce that our CEO, Dr. Sonja Brookins-Santelises, has been named the 2026 Maryland Superintendent of the Year! Read more about this incredible milestone for our CEO and our district here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2519307
Watch now: “City Forever” | A 15-minute documentary by the Student Media Team. This film details Baltimore City College's temporary relocation to the University of Baltimore while the famous “Castle on the Hill” undergoes its first extensive renovation in 100 years. Learn more about this famous building and school's journey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1soEQ9-21QU
Here at City Schools, your Choice is your pathway to possibilities. Our students can choose and apply to the middle or high school of their choice. Check our website for dates and times of school Open Houses and Shadow Days to make sure you're familiar with the educational options for your student: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/open-houses
City Schools Teacher of the Year Jevons Liu has set off from Baltimore to join the National Geographic ship in Patagonia as part of the 2025 Grosvenor Teacher Fellowship. This YouTube playlist shares his journey—from classroom to expedition—highlighting the places, people, and experiences that inspire his teaching and show the real-world connections to learning: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGo5Ib5Rlyd7LlGm9DBZ2uOIKSZY0x7m5
This summer, young readers at Billie Holiday Elementary had fun learning with Springboard! Students built reading skills, took home free books, and families learned new ways to support reading at home. Read how Springboard helps students grow: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2438927
Wildwood Elementary Middle School’s Fine Arts Camp was filled with energy, creativity, and discovery. Students spent the summer exploring music, art, and performance while also building teamwork and social-emotional skills. Read the article to learn how City Schools is helping students grow through the arts: http://baltcityschools.org/46RwVQd
Baltimore City College (City College) students from the SOMOS club are leading Intercambio. This student-run language exchange program helps Spanish-speaking families learn English and gain confidence communicating with schools. The program also invites parents and teachers to learn Spanish, creating a vibrant space for connection and community. Over the years, it has helped parents feel more welcomed and empowered at school events. Read more about Intercambio and how City College students are connecting families and community: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2486168
In honor of National Bullying Prevention Month, from October 13–16, schools are taking part in activities that highlight kindness, empathy, and inclusion. Don't forget Unity Day is tomorrow: Wednesday, October 15, 2025! We invite students, families, and community members to show support by wearing orange and blue to raise awareness and stand together against bullying. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2458743
It’s almost here! This Wednesday, October 15, from 5 to 8 p.m., Shake & Bake comes alive with math, movement, and family fun. Lace up your skates, play math games, and connect with City Schools staff for resources to help your student shine this year. Space is limited—register now: https://bit.ly/SkateNightRSVP
The City Schools Cell Phone Policy is off to a strong start! Classrooms are calmer, students are more focused, and learning time is protected. With continued support from families and staff, this progress will only grow. Learn how students and families are participating: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WGg3i6hi65E
Reminder: Today's Board of School Commissioners meeting is scheduled to begin at 6 p.m. Check our webpage for more information on how to join: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/board-meetings
Update on Board of School Commissioners meetings: Board meetings will now start at 6 p.m. Check our webpage for more information on how to join: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/board-meetings
Congratulations, Poly! Baltimore Polytechnic Institute is named a Maryland Blue Ribbon School in the Exemplary High Performing category for outstanding state and national test results. Read more: https://baltcityschools.org/MDBlueRibbon
Skating + math + family fun = a night you won’t want to miss! Join us at Shake & Bake on Wednesday, October 15, from 5 to 8 p.m. for exciting math activities, roller skating, and school readiness resources. Grab your spot today: https://bit.ly/SkateNightRSVP
Help our schools receive the resources that students deserve! Complete your Annual Student Verification by Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Log in to Campus Portal to update or confirm student and contact information. If you have completed Annual Student Verification, we thank you. Learn more here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/annual-student-verification