Francis Scott Key Elementary/Middle School

Due to ongoing storm clean-up, schools will be closed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.  Our virtual learning school, BRAVE, will be open. Central Office will open; staff may work remotely. All essential staff must report. For schools, this will be the third of three traditional snow days that are identified in the district calendar as inclement weather recovery days in June. In the event of future inclement weather closures during the 2025-26 school year, City Schools will transition to virtual learning: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/virtual-learning

Due to ongoing clean-up from yesterday's storm, schools and Central Office will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.  Our virtual learning program, BRAVE, will be open. All essential staff must report. For schools, this will be the second of three traditional snow days that are identified in the district calendar as inclement weather recovery days in June.

Due to ongoing clean-up from yesterday's storm, schools and Central Office will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.  Our virtual learning program, BRAVE, will be open. All essential staff must report. For schools, this will be the second of three traditional snow days that are identified in the district calendar as inclement weather recovery days in June.

Due to inclement weather, Baltimore City Public Schools and the Central Office will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. For schools, this is the first day of three traditional winter weather closures that are identified in the District calendar in June as make-up days. Essential personnel must report on Monday.

Due to impending inclement weather, all school weekend activities are cancelled for Saturday, January 24, and Sunday, January 25, 2026. National Academy Foundation's (NAF) In-person Saturday Credit Recovery Program is moving to virtual learning for Saturday, January 24 only. Students, please check your Saturday course Canvas Page: Credit Recovery Saturday School at NAF for your teacher’s Zoom link. You must log in to be marked present. Virtual Saturday Credit Recovery Program students will attend their courses as usual.

The City Schools’ Student Opportunity Bulletin Board is your go-to hub for exciting academic and extracurricular opportunities! From scholarships, competitions and exciting events for students of all ages, this board highlights ways young people can grow, explore, and shine: https://www.instagram.com/baltimorestudentopps

Due to continued building repairs, Francis Scott Key Elementary/ Middle will be closed Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Virtual learning will be in effect Wednesday, January 21 - Friday, January 23. Please see e-mail for important details.

Tomorrow at Family University: Connect with other families, build on the strengths you already have, and learn and practice new ways to partner with your student's school. Learn more about how you can get involved: https://sites.google.com/bcps.k12.md.us/familyuniversityworkshops/find-and-register-for-your-workshop

Happy New Year! Welcome to 2026 and the start of the second half of our school year. We know that families are our students' first and lifelong teachers. When families and school staff work as a team, students thrive. Here are some ways families can support student success: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2631501

Nominations for the 2026 Heart of the School Awards are open through Saturday, January 31. Anyone can nominate a principal – students, teachers, parents, community members. Let's celebrate our amazing school leaders!—https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2620844

Nominations for the 2026 Heart of the School Awards are open through Saturday, January 31. Anyone can nominate a principal – students, teachers, parents, community members. Let's celebrate our amazing school leaders!—https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2620844

You have what it takes to advocate for your student! Join Family University for January Communication workshops by families, for families. Connect with other families, build on the strengths you already have, and learn and practice new ways to partner with your student's school. Register today: https://sites.google.com/bcps.k12.md.us/familyuniversityworkshops/find-and-register-for-your-workshop

Attention Families! All students received the attached flier last week. This flier contains important information including...
1 - School Choice Application website, "SEMS"
https://parent.bcps-sems.com/login
2 - Thursday Parent Zoom about School Choice
Join Zoom Meeting
https://bcps-k12-md-us.zoom.us/j/8282446612?omn=89413710780
Meeting ID: 828 244 6612
3 - School Choice Fair this Saturday, Dec. 13th
4 - Directions for creating and linking your SEMS account

As winter weather approaches, ensure you’re getting the correct information. The only reliable details about delays, closures, or emergencies come from City Schools’ verified sources such as our website, official social media, and direct robocall system. IInformaton from other sources can be incorrect, so always check City Schools channels first. More information: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/inclement-weather

Good morning FSK. Due to the circumstances we experienced this week, we are postponing the Student of the Month luncheon. The new date is Wednesday, December 10th. Thank you all for your understanding and flexibility.

Every day, City Schools' students show up ready to learn, dream, and grow. This Giving Tuesday, we’re inviting you to stand beside them and fuel the future. Learn more about the ways you can give, both monetarily and through gifts of time: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2575178

Every day, City Schools' students show up ready to learn, dream, and grow. This Giving Tuesday, we’re inviting you to stand beside them and fuel the future. Learn more about the ways you can give, both monetarily and through gifts of time: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2575178

As winter weather approaches, get your updates from City Schools’ verified sources only: our website, official social media, and robocalls. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and search engines often provide inaccurate information. Always confirm details through official City Schools channels. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/inclement-weather

When winter weather hits, depend on City Schools’ verified channels for accurate updates—our websites, official social media, and direct robocalls, text messages, or emails. Information from Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, Google summaries, or other search engines may be incorrect. Always check official City Schools sources first. More information: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/inclement-weather