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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!
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.
TODAY at Mervo: Enjoy food and conversation at CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson's 100-Day Listening Tour: 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, at Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School. Please register and we can't wait to see you there: https://baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
These sessions are designed to help families learn simple and effective ways to support their student’s math learning at home. Families will practice math ideas, learn helpful strategies, and gain tools they can use with their students beyond the classroom.
Session Dates:
- K–2nd Grade Families: Tuesday, October 13
- 3rd–5th Grade Families: Tuesday, October 20
- Time: 8:15–8:50 AM
We hope you will join us for this short, engaging family learning opportunity!
Register here: https://bit.ly/4jJkVqy
We look forward to learning with you!
TOMORROW: Enjoy food and conversation at CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson's 100-Day Listening Tour: 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, at Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School. Please register and we can't wait to see you there: https://baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
We are excited to offer Girl Scouts of Central Maryland at Dr. Bernard Harris Sr. Elementary School for our 3rd–5th grade girl students!
Students will have the opportunity to participate in activities focused on leadership, confidence, STEM, healthy lifestyles, relationship building, and sisterhood.
The registration fee is $75, but financial aid is available for all students who may experience challenges paying the fee. We do not want cost to prevent any interested student from participating. Families may request financial assistance during the application process.
Program Time: Fridays, 2:50–3:50 PM
Meeting Dates: October 9, October 30, November 13, November 20, December 4, and December 11
To register, please scan the QR code on the attached flyer or visit Bit.ly/4dZ1iaj.
We would love to see as many of our 3rd–5th grade students as possible take advantage of this opportunity!
LAST CHANCE: Enjoy food and conversation at CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson's 100-Day Listening Tour: 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, at Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School. Please register and we can't wait to see you there: https://baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
TOMORROW: Enjoy food and conversation at CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson's 100-Day Listening Tour: 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, at Carver Vocational-Technical High School. Please register and we can't wait to see you there: https://baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
LAST CHANCE: Help teachers, school nurses, and administrators stay connected with you! Complete your annual student verification by the deadline: September 30. Learn how to log in and more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3106148.
Families: Help teachers, school nurses, and administrators stay connected with you! Complete your annual student verification by the deadline: September 30. Learn how to log in and more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3106148.
This is a friendly reminder that school begins promptly at 8:00 AM today.
🥣 FREE breakfast is available for all students beginning at 7:45 AM. Please have your student arrive early enough to enjoy breakfast and be ready to learn when class begins.
👕 We look forward to seeing all of our students on time and in uniform today.
🕝 Dismissal is at 2:40 PM. Please plan accordingly to ensure your student is picked up on time.
Thank you for helping us start the school day strong!
Coming up next week: Join us for food and conversation at CEO Dr. Jermaine Dawson's 100-Day Listening Tour: 5 - 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, at Carver Vocational-Technical High School. Please register and we can't wait to see you there: https://baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
