Dear Beechfield Families,
We are excited to welcome you back for the 2026–2027 school year! As we prepare for another amazing year, there is one very important step that every family must complete before school begins. All families must complete the Baltimore City Public Schools Annual Student Verification process. This process confirms your child's enrollment, verifies your address and contact information, updates emergency contacts, and ensures your child is placed in a classroom before the first day of school. This verification is required every year—even if nothing has changed. Families complete it through the City Schools Campus Portal. More information is available here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/annual-student-verification.
Please note: Students who have not completed Annual Student Verification may experience delays in classroom placement and may not be able to begin school in their assigned classroom on the first day of school, Monday, August 24, 2026. We encourage all families to complete this process as soon as possible to ensure a smooth start to the school year.
As an added bonus, families who complete their Annual Student Verification will receive a Welcome Back to Beechfield Letter along with the 2026–2027 School Supply List, and 1 free uniform shirt!
If your family has moved:
Grades K–5: If you have moved outside the Beechfield attendance area but remain within Baltimore City, our staff will gladly assist you with enrolling in your neighborhood school.
Families who have moved outside Baltimore City: Please contact our main office as soon as possible so we can help facilitate your child's transfer to the appropriate school district.
Our theme this year is "Beechfield: Where Every Student Matters and Every Day Counts." We cannot wait to welcome your family back and begin another year of learning, growth, and success together.
Thank you for completing your Annual Student Verification BEFORE August 1st. We look forward to seeing everyone on August 24!
With Beechfield Pride,
Yvonne Grant
Principal
Beechfield Elementary Middle School
Please join us in giving a warm Beechfield welcome to our new Assistant Principal for Grades 6–8, Ms. Meg Jacobson!
Ms. Jacobson brings more than 20 years of experience in education and is passionate about helping students achieve success through strong instruction, meaningful relationships, and a positive school culture. We are thrilled to have her join the Beechfield family! Let's give Ms. Jacobson a big Beechfield welcome!
Join us for a FREE summer meal. City Schools students ages 18 and younger can stop by for free breakfast and lunch from the Str/EATs Cafe Food Truck located at the district's Central Office (200 E. North Ave.). Eat breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., or lunch from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Str/EATs Cafe will continue serving at Central Office through July 30, Mondays through Thursdays.
Learn more about summer meals here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/summer-resources.
Join us on Tuesday, July 7, for a FREE summer meal. City Schools students ages 18 and younger can stop by for free breakfast and lunch from the Str/EATs Cafe Food Truck located at the district's Central Office (200 E. North Ave.). Eat breakfast from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m., or lunch from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. The Str/EATs Cafe will continue serving at Central Office through July 30, Mondays through Thursdays.
Learn more about summer meals here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/summer-resources.
Welcome, Dr. Jermaine Dawson, the new CEO of Baltimore City Public Schools! On his first official day as CEO, Dr. Dawson shares a message with the City Schools community on the journey ahead and his commitment to ensuring every student is career ready, future ready, and world ready. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3017041.
As we begin summer break, I want to thank each of you for an incredible school year. It has truly been a joy partnering with you to support our amazing students! Please take a few moments to read my Summer Message & Family Newsletter, which is filled with FREE summer learning opportunities, meal sites, family events, mental health resources, library programs, and important back-to-school information to help your family have a fun, safe, and successful summer.
Read the Summer Newsletter here: https://canva.link/sta0xx7m2y5gszb
Final Report Cards are being mailed today, so please keep an eye on your mailbox over the next several days.
We hope your family enjoys a summer filled with laughter, learning, adventure, and special memories. Thank you for being such an important part of the Beechfield Family. We can't wait to welcome everyone back for another amazing school year!
Have a safe and wonderful summer!
Middle and high school students: ASCBC & Student Commissioner election voting is happening now and has been extended until Friday, May 22, at 11:59 p.m. Make your voice count by voting for the student leaders who will represent Baltimore City Public Schools. Learn more about the candidates and election process on the ASCBC website: https://bit.ly/ASCBCElection. Cast your vote here: https://baltcityschools.org/ASCBCVote26.
In addition, applications for non-elected positions are open until May 29. Learn more or apply: https://baltcityschools.org/ASCBCAppointed26.
LAST CHANCE: Register for a free sports physical and more at the Under Armour Student Athlete Celebration on Saturday, June 6. Learn more and register here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2865498.
VOTE NOW: 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. In addition, applications for non-elected positions are open until May 29. Learn more or apply: https://baltcityschools.org/ASCBCAppointed26.
REMINDER: 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. Learn more and register here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2865498.
THIS WEEK: 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
