Garrett Heights Elementary/Middle School is proud to offer a variety of interscholastic athletic programs for students in grades 6–8.
The mission of the Garrett Heights Athletics Program is to build community, teamwork and shared responsibility among students while strengthening school spirit and unity. Our athletic program promotes academic excellence, good sportsmanship, personal discipline and integrity while following all Baltimore City Public Schools athletic rules and regulations.
## Why School Athletics Matter
Physical health is an essential part of a student’s overall well-being. In addition to participating in physical education during the school day, eligible middle school students may compete on school athletic teams outside regular school hours.
Participation in school athletics can help students:
- Improve physical fitness
- Develop strength, coordination and endurance
- Build confidence, independence and emotional maturity
- Strengthen communication and teamwork skills
- Develop positive relationships with teammates and coaches
- Improve decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Learn responsibility, discipline and time management
- Experience the value of commitment and perseverance
Garrett Heights athletic teams also benefit the entire school community by promoting:
- Good sportsmanship and respectful competition
- School pride, morale and student involvement
- A greater appreciation for athletics and physical wellness
- Stronger connections among students, families, staff, alumni, partners and friends of GHEMS
## Athletic Registration
Students interested in trying out for a Garrett Heights team must complete the online athletic registration process.
How to Athletic Registration Link:
Athletic Registration Link:
[https://max.dragonflyathletics.com/maxweb/max-cover/login/signup?redirectUrl=%2Fmain]
Registration only needs to be completed once during the school year. Once all required forms and documents have been submitted and approved by Coach Rose, the student may try out for any eligible Garrett Heights athletic team.
### Registration Steps
1. Create a parent or guardian account.
2. Add your child to the parent or guardian account.
3. Select the paperwork link located under the student’s name.
4. Complete and submit all required forms and documents.
5. Wait for confirmation that the student has been approved to participate.
Completing registration does not guarantee a position on a team. Students must meet eligibility requirements and participate in the appropriate tryout process.
## 2026–2027 Athletic Schedule
### Session 1: Fall Sports
September 28–November 5
- Flag Football
- Cross Country
### Session 2: Winter Sports
November 9–December 17
- Unified Indoor Bocce
- Girls Volleyball
### Session 3: Basketball
February 8–March 26
- Basketball
### Session 4: Spring Sports
April 12–May 14
- Unified Outdoor Bocce
- Track and Field
## Tentative Athletic Banquet Dates
### Sessions 1 and 2
- December 18 or December 22
### Sessions 3 and 4
- May 20 or May 27
Final banquet dates, times and locations will be announced after confirmation.
## Garrett Heights Coaching Staff
- Flag Football: Coaching position vacant
- Cross Country: Coaching position vacant
- Girls Volleyball: Head Coach A. Miller
- Basketball: Head Coach Rose; Assistant Coach Owens
- Track and Field: Head Coach T. Brown; Assistant Coach Owens
- Unified Bocce: Coaching position vacant
Coaching assignments are subject to confirmation and may change before each athletic session begins.
## Join the GHEMS Team
Garrett Heights Athletics is about more than competition. It is about helping students become healthier, more confident and more responsible members of their school community.
We encourage every eligible middle school student to explore our athletic programs, complete the registration process and consider trying out for a team.
Let’s compete with pride, represent Garrett Heights with integrity and continue building a stronger GHEMS community—together.
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