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.
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.
While we were excited to come together to beautify our school community, the safety of our volunteers, students, and families comes first. We regret any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and continued support. A new date will be announced at a later time.
Please note: The FUNDrive Clothing Collection will continue as planned from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. We still encourage families and community members to stop by and donate gently used clothing, shoes, household items, and more in support of our school.
Thank you again for your partnership and commitment to GHEMS.
While we were excited to come together to beautify our school community, the safety of our volunteers, students, and families comes first. We regret any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding and continued support. A new date will be announced at a later time.
Please note: The FUNDrive Clothing Collection will continue as planned from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM. We still encourage families and community members to stop by and donate gently used clothing, shoes, household items, and more in support of our school.
Thank you again for your partnership and commitment to GHEMS.
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.
GHEMS students — are YOU ready for the challenge?
Starting May 18 through June 5, every day you show up to school counts! 💥
Be present EVERY SINGLE DAY during the challenge, and you will earn a 🎟️ ticket to the exclusive GHEMS Cookout on June 8, 2026! 🌭🍔🎶☀️
That’s right… Good attendance = good food, fun, music, and celebration with your friends! 😎
✅ Be on time
✅ Be in school
✅ Stay committed for all 14 days
Remember: YOUR PRESENCE MATTERS! Every day counts, every student matters, and we want to see YOU at school!
Let’s finish the year strong, GHEMS! 💙💛
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.
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.
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.
Pull up, tap in, and be part of the conversation shaping our school community.
🕓 4:00–4:30 PM – Social Time (Library)
🕟 4:30 PM – Meeting Begins (In-Person + Virtual)
🕠 5:30 PM – Wrap Up
This is where ideas turn into action—family voice matters here.
👨👩👧👦 Kids are always welcome. We’ve got crayons and coloring books ready.
💻 Join virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82974086616?pwd=uH1OLymNyqFrvzGHUnqFmW7UJcxsDx.1
Let’s build something that lasts. See you there.
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.
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.
City Schools presented the district's proposed $1.9 billion budget for the 2026-27 school year to the Board of School Commissioners during the public Board meeting on Wednesday, April 8. The budget details funds which will cover needs surrounding student wholeness, literacy, leadership, equity, and district office structure. The Board will review the budget book in preparation for a final vote on May 5, 2026. View the SY 2026-27 proposed budget book: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/budget.
