Say Cheese! 📸 It's almost Picture Day at Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School!
Mark your calendars! Individual student photos will be taken on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. We can't wait to capture those beautiful smiles!
Important Picture Day Information:
📅 Picture Day: Wednesday, December 2, 2026
💳 Payment: All payments must be made in advance directly to the photography company.
📝 Registration: Picture Day paperwork, payment information, and instructions will be sent home with students next week.
📷 Class Photos: Class pictures will be taken in April 2027.
Families, please be on the lookout for the paperwork coming home next week! Review the instructions carefully to ensure your student is ready for Picture Day.
We look forward to capturing wonderful school memories!
Mark your calendars! Individual student photos will be taken on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. We can't wait to capture those beautiful smiles!
Important Picture Day Information:
📅 Picture Day: Wednesday, December 2, 2026
💳 Payment: All payments must be made in advance directly to the photography company.
📝 Registration: Picture Day paperwork, payment information, and instructions will be sent home with students next week.
📷 Class Photos: Class pictures will be taken in April 2027.
Families, please be on the lookout for the paperwork coming home next week! Review the instructions carefully to ensure your student is ready for Picture Day.
We look forward to capturing wonderful school memories!
Mark your calendars! Picture Day is Wednesday, December 2, 2026! 📅 Get those smiles ready because it's time to capture some picture-perfect memories! 📷
💳 Payments must be made in advance directly to the photography company.
📝 Registration paperwork and payment instructions will be sent home with students next week.
📸 Class photos will take place in April 2027!
We can't wait to see our DBH giraffes smiling for the camera! 💙🦒
💳 Payments must be made in advance directly to the photography company.
📝 Registration paperwork and payment instructions will be sent home with students next week.
📸 Class photos will take place in April 2027!
We can't wait to see our DBH giraffes smiling for the camera! 💙🦒
Attention 5th Grade Families! 💕
Our FREE Goal Setting Girls Program is happening today! This exciting program helps our young ladies build confidence, develop leadership skills, and set goals for a successful future.
👨👩👧 Parents and guardians are encouraged to stop by to learn more about the program, meet the instructor, and ask any questions!
✨ Space is still available! If your 5th grade daughter has not registered, there is still an opportunity to join.
We look forward to empowering our future lea
Our FREE Goal Setting Girls Program is happening today! This exciting program helps our young ladies build confidence, develop leadership skills, and set goals for a successful future.
👨👩👧 Parents and guardians are encouraged to stop by to learn more about the program, meet the instructor, and ask any questions!
✨ Space is still available! If your 5th grade daughter has not registered, there is still an opportunity to join.
We look forward to empowering our future lea
Dear Community Partners,
In celebration of American Education Week, Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School is excited to invite our community partners and local professionals to join us for two special volunteer opportunities on Thursday, November 19, 2026!
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are willing to share their time, talents, and experiences with our students. Whether you enjoy reading to young learners or inspiring students through career conversations, we would love to have you participate!
Opportunity #1: Pre-K Guest Readers Time: 10:00 AM
Help us inspire a love of reading in our youngest learners! Volunteers will visit a Pre-K classroom to read a story, engage with students, and create a fun, memorable literacy experience.
Opportunity #2: 4th & 5th Grade Career Day Time: 10:45 AM
We are inviting professionals from various career fields to visit our 4th and 5th grade classrooms to share their career journeys, discuss their daily responsibilities, and inspire students to explore future possibilities.
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No formal presentation is required! We simply ask that you come prepared to share your experiences, answer student questions, and encourage our future leaders.
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Interested in Participating?
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Location: Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
Please complete the interest form below to let us know which opportunity you would like to participate in. Volunteers are welcome to sign up for one or both activities!
Volunteer Interest Form: Click here to register
Please share with colleagues, friends, or other professionals who may be interested in participating! We welcome individuals from all career backgrounds and organizations who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our students.
Thank you for your continued support, partnership, and commitment to the students and families of Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School. We look forward to welcoming you into our classrooms!
With Gratitude,
In celebration of American Education Week, Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School is excited to invite our community partners and local professionals to join us for two special volunteer opportunities on Thursday, November 19, 2026!
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are willing to share their time, talents, and experiences with our students. Whether you enjoy reading to young learners or inspiring students through career conversations, we would love to have you participate!
Opportunity #1: Pre-K Guest Readers Time: 10:00 AM
Help us inspire a love of reading in our youngest learners! Volunteers will visit a Pre-K classroom to read a story, engage with students, and create a fun, memorable literacy experience.
Opportunity #2: 4th & 5th Grade Career Day Time: 10:45 AM
We are inviting professionals from various career fields to visit our 4th and 5th grade classrooms to share their career journeys, discuss their daily responsibilities, and inspire students to explore future possibilities.
______________________________________
No formal presentation is required! We simply ask that you come prepared to share your experiences, answer student questions, and encourage our future leaders.
_____________________________________
Interested in Participating?
Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
Location: Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
Please complete the interest form below to let us know which opportunity you would like to participate in. Volunteers are welcome to sign up for one or both activities!
Volunteer Interest Form: Click here to register
Please share with colleagues, friends, or other professionals who may be interested in participating! We welcome individuals from all career backgrounds and organizations who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of our students.
Thank you for your continued support, partnership, and commitment to the students and families of Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School. We look forward to welcoming you into our classrooms!
With Gratitude,
Dear DBH Families,
Please be reminded that school will be CLOSED for students on Friday, November 6, 2026, due to Staff Professional Development.
🏫 School will reopen on Monday, November 9, 2026, at our regular time.
🥞 Breakfast: 7:45 AM
📚 Classes Begin: 8:00 AM
We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, on time, in uniform, and ready to learn!
Thank you for your continued support!
💙🤍 Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
Please be reminded that school will be CLOSED for students on Friday, November 6, 2026, due to Staff Professional Development.
🏫 School will reopen on Monday, November 9, 2026, at our regular time.
🥞 Breakfast: 7:45 AM
📚 Classes Begin: 8:00 AM
We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, on time, in uniform, and ready to learn!
Thank you for your continued support!
💙🤍 Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
Thanks to our generous community partners at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School is excited to offer a Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway to help our families prepare for the holiday!
🦃 Turkey Distribution: Week of November 16, 2026
📲 Registration: https://bit.ly/4iWsERk
Space is limited! Families interested in receiving a turkey are encouraged to complete the registration form as soon as possible. Please note that submitting the form does not guarantee a turkey.
You can register by clicking the link above or scanning the QR code on the attached flyer.
We are grateful for the opportunity to support our school community and wish all our families a wonderful Thanksgiving season!
Love. Learn. Lead. 💙💛
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
🦃 Turkey Distribution: Week of November 16, 2026
📲 Registration: https://bit.ly/4iWsERk
Space is limited! Families interested in receiving a turkey are encouraged to complete the registration form as soon as possible. Please note that submitting the form does not guarantee a turkey.
You can register by clicking the link above or scanning the QR code on the attached flyer.
We are grateful for the opportunity to support our school community and wish all our families a wonderful Thanksgiving season!
Love. Learn. Lead. 💙💛
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
Happy Monday! We have a few important reminders and updates for this week at Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School.
🗳️ Tuesday, November 3 – SCHOOL CLOSED
School will be closed in observance of Election Day. There will be no school for students or staff.
💜 Wednesday, November 4 – 5th Grade Goal Setting Girls Program Begins!
We are excited to kick off our Goal Setting Girls Program for our 5th-grade girls! Families, please ensure your student brings her completed permission slip to school and gives it to her teacher.
📚 Friday, November 6 – SCHOOL CLOSED TO STUDENTS
There will be no school for students due to Staff Professional Development Day.
Please plan accordingly for this week's school closures. Thank you for your continued support and partnership!
Love, Learn, Lead! 🦒💙
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
🗳️ Tuesday, November 3 – SCHOOL CLOSED
School will be closed in observance of Election Day. There will be no school for students or staff.
💜 Wednesday, November 4 – 5th Grade Goal Setting Girls Program Begins!
We are excited to kick off our Goal Setting Girls Program for our 5th-grade girls! Families, please ensure your student brings her completed permission slip to school and gives it to her teacher.
📚 Friday, November 6 – SCHOOL CLOSED TO STUDENTS
There will be no school for students due to Staff Professional Development Day.
Please plan accordingly for this week's school closures. Thank you for your continued support and partnership!
Love, Learn, Lead! 🦒💙
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
Hello DBH Families!
💙🦒 We're wrapping up DBH Spirit Week with our Storybook Parade!
Join us tomorrow, Friday, October 30th, at 2:00 PM, for our Storybook Parade outside at Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School!
Students are invited to dress as their favorite storybook characters, and families are welcome and encouraged to participate in the celebration!
📚 IMPORTANT PARADE RULES & REMINDERS:
🚫 Students are NOT permitted to wear their costumes to school. All students must arrive in their regular school clothes or uniforms.
👕 Students will be given time to change into their costumes before the parade begins. Parents, please send costumes with your child to school.
📖 Costumes should represent a favorite storybook character and be appropriate for an elementary school setting.
👨👩👧👦 Families are welcome to attend and participate in the parade celebration!
Event Details:
📅 Friday, October 30, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM
📍 Outside at Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
We can't wait to see our students bring their favorite books and characters to life!
Thank you for helping us make DBH Spirit Week a wonderful experience for our students!
Love, Learn, Lead! 💙🦒
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
💙🦒 We're wrapping up DBH Spirit Week with our Storybook Parade!
Join us tomorrow, Friday, October 30th, at 2:00 PM, for our Storybook Parade outside at Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School!
Students are invited to dress as their favorite storybook characters, and families are welcome and encouraged to participate in the celebration!
📚 IMPORTANT PARADE RULES & REMINDERS:
🚫 Students are NOT permitted to wear their costumes to school. All students must arrive in their regular school clothes or uniforms.
👕 Students will be given time to change into their costumes before the parade begins. Parents, please send costumes with your child to school.
📖 Costumes should represent a favorite storybook character and be appropriate for an elementary school setting.
👨👩👧👦 Families are welcome to attend and participate in the parade celebration!
Event Details:
📅 Friday, October 30, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM
📍 Outside at Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
We can't wait to see our students bring their favorite books and characters to life!
Thank you for helping us make DBH Spirit Week a wonderful experience for our students!
Love, Learn, Lead! 💙🦒
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
Dear 5th Grade Families,
We are excited to announce that Dr. Bernard Harris, Sr. Elementary School is partnering with Crittenton Services of Greater Washington to offer Goal Setting Girls, a FREE after-school program exclusively for our 5th grade girls!
This empowering program will help students build self-confidence, develop leadership skills, create healthy friendships, set personal goals, and prepare for a successful transition to middle school.
Program Details:
Who: 5th Grade Girls
When: Every Wednesday, November 4 – December 16, 2026
Time: 2:50 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Dr. Bernard Harris, Sr. Elementary School
Cost: Completely FREE!
Meals: FREE meals provided during each session.
Important: Program applications and parent permission forms are being sent home with students TODAY, Thursday, October 29!
Please check your child's bookbag, complete the form, and return it to school before the program begins on November 4.
We encourage all of our 5th grade girls to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to learn, grow, and shine!
If you have any questions, please contact the school at 410-396-1452.
With Gratitude,
Brooke Shird
Community School Site Specialist
Dr. Bernard Harris, Sr. Elementary School
We are excited to announce that Dr. Bernard Harris, Sr. Elementary School is partnering with Crittenton Services of Greater Washington to offer Goal Setting Girls, a FREE after-school program exclusively for our 5th grade girls!
This empowering program will help students build self-confidence, develop leadership skills, create healthy friendships, set personal goals, and prepare for a successful transition to middle school.
Program Details:
Who: 5th Grade Girls
When: Every Wednesday, November 4 – December 16, 2026
Time: 2:50 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Dr. Bernard Harris, Sr. Elementary School
Cost: Completely FREE!
Meals: FREE meals provided during each session.
Important: Program applications and parent permission forms are being sent home with students TODAY, Thursday, October 29!
Please check your child's bookbag, complete the form, and return it to school before the program begins on November 4.
We encourage all of our 5th grade girls to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to learn, grow, and shine!
If you have any questions, please contact the school at 410-396-1452.
With Gratitude,
Brooke Shird
Community School Site Specialist
Dr. Bernard Harris, Sr. Elementary School
Celebrating continued growth! For the first time, Baltimore City Public Schools achieved its highest proportion of 3-, 4-, and 5-star ratings on the 2026 Maryland School Report Card. Ratings reflect performance across key areas including student achievement, graduation rates, postsecondary readiness, chronic absence, and curriculum access. Read more about this historic achievement!
💙🦒 DBH Spirit Week continues!
Get ready to be comfy and cozy because tomorrow, Thursday, October 29th, is PAJAMA DAY! 💤🎉
Students are encouraged to wear their favorite pajamas to school and join in the Spirit Week fun!
Whether it's matching pajama sets, fun patterns, or favorite characters, we can't wait to see our students participate!
Friendly Reminder: Please make sure pajamas are school-appropriate and students wear safe shoes for walking and participating in school activities.
Thank you for helping us make DBH Spirit Week exciting and memorable!
Love, Learn, Lead! 💙
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
Get ready to be comfy and cozy because tomorrow, Thursday, October 29th, is PAJAMA DAY! 💤🎉
Students are encouraged to wear their favorite pajamas to school and join in the Spirit Week fun!
Whether it's matching pajama sets, fun patterns, or favorite characters, we can't wait to see our students participate!
Friendly Reminder: Please make sure pajamas are school-appropriate and students wear safe shoes for walking and participating in school activities.
Thank you for helping us make DBH Spirit Week exciting and memorable!
Love, Learn, Lead! 💙
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
Hello DBH Families!
💙🦒 DBH Spirit Week is in full swing!
Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 28th, is WACKY WEDNESDAY! 🤪🎉
It's time to get creative and show off your wackiest outfits!
Students are encouraged to mix and match colors, wear mismatched socks, try silly hairstyles, or put together their funniest outfits!
We are excited to see our DBH students having fun and showing their school spirit!
Thank you for helping make Spirit Week a memorable celebration!
Love, Learn, Lead! 💙
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
💙🦒 DBH Spirit Week is in full swing!
Tomorrow, Wednesday, October 28th, is WACKY WEDNESDAY! 🤪🎉
It's time to get creative and show off your wackiest outfits!
Students are encouraged to mix and match colors, wear mismatched socks, try silly hairstyles, or put together their funniest outfits!
We are excited to see our DBH students having fun and showing their school spirit!
Thank you for helping make Spirit Week a memorable celebration!
Love, Learn, Lead! 💙
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
Hello DBH Families!
🎉 It's Spirit Week at Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School!
Tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27th, is TWIN DAY! 👯
Students are encouraged to find a friend, classmate, or group to dress alike and show off their school spirit!
Whether it's matching colors, shirts, or entire outfits, we can't wait to see our DBH students participate!
Let's keep the Spirit Week excitement going!
Love, Learn, Lead! 💙
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
🎉 It's Spirit Week at Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School!
Tomorrow, Tuesday, October 27th, is TWIN DAY! 👯
Students are encouraged to find a friend, classmate, or group to dress alike and show off their school spirit!
Whether it's matching colors, shirts, or entire outfits, we can't wait to see our DBH students participate!
Let's keep the Spirit Week excitement going!
Love, Learn, Lead! 💙
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
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This is a special invitation for our 3rd through 5th grade families!
Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20th, from 8:15 to 8:50 AM in the school cafeteria for our Count on Us! Parent Math Session!
Come learn fun and simple ways to support your child's math learning at home. We will share helpful strategies to build confidence and strengthen math skills.
Walk-ins are welcome, and registration is not required!
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning!
Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20th, from 8:15 to 8:50 AM in the school cafeteria for our Count on Us! Parent Math Session!
Come learn fun and simple ways to support your child's math learning at home. We will share helpful strategies to build confidence and strengthen math skills.
Walk-ins are welcome, and registration is not required!
We look forward to seeing you tomorrow morning!
Special Announcement! 📢
Please review these important schedule reminders for Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School:
Today, Thursday, October 15: Students will be dismissed early at 11:30 AM.
Parent-Teacher Conferences: Conferences begin today at 12:00 PM. Families who registered for a virtual conference will be contacted directly by their child's teacher with appointment details.
Friday, October 16: School will be CLOSED for students.
Please make arrangements for your child's early dismissal today.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support!
Please review these important schedule reminders for Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School:
Today, Thursday, October 15: Students will be dismissed early at 11:30 AM.
Parent-Teacher Conferences: Conferences begin today at 12:00 PM. Families who registered for a virtual conference will be contacted directly by their child's teacher with appointment details.
Friday, October 16: School will be CLOSED for students.
Please make arrangements for your child's early dismissal today.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support!
As a reminder, Thursday, October 15 is an all-district early release day to allow for parent teacher conferences. In addition, schools will be closed Friday, October 16 for staff professional development day. Keep up with school year events by visiting our events webpage.
DBH Families! 💙
We have a busy and exciting week ahead at Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School!
As we continue to support student success and family engagement, we want to ensure all families are aware of this week's important events and schedule changes.
📅 Here's What's Happening This Week:
Monday, October 12: Regular School Schedule
Tuesday, October 13: Count on Us! Parent Math Session for Grades K–2 at 8:15 AM
Wednesday, October 14: Vision for Baltimore Student Glasses Distribution
Thursday, October 15: Early Dismissal for Parent-Teacher Conferences
Friday, October 16: SCHOOL CLOSED for Staff Professional Development
🚨 Important Reminders:
Please make arrangements for Thursday's early dismissal and Friday's school closure.
We also encourage families to take advantage of opportunities to engage with our school community, including our Parent Math Session and Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Thank you for your continued partnership in making DBH a place where students thrive!
Love 💙 Learn 💙 Lead
With Gratitude,
Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School
City Schools stands together against bullying!
National Bullying Prevention Month in October. On Unity Day, Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 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 here.
CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson would love your input! Please complete CEO Dr. Dawson's First 100 Days survey or email EntryPlan@bcps.k12.md.us.