Greetings Hamilton Families,
We hope you're safe and warm. Due to the closure of Baltimore City Public Schools, Hamilton Elementary Middle School will begin Day One of Virtual Learning tomorrow, Thursday, January 29th, and Day Two on Friday, January 30th. Please see the communication below for important details regarding Hamilton’s Virtual Learning Plan, including virtual learning logistics, daily schedules, and Zoom links.
Please review the Virtual Learning Schedule with the Zoom Meeting IDs on our website under School Resources, Virtual Learning. All classes will follow a structured schedule outlining the school day, class meeting times, and learning expectations for students.
Class Schedules & Zoom Links:
Elementary School students in Pre-Kindergarten: Students will complete work asynchronously based on the green Frog Street backpack that was sent home. Teachers & Paras will be available on the zoom links for parent questions only.
Elementary School students in grade K- 2, Ms. Hughes 3rd class and Ms. Riga's class will remain on the same Zoom link with their teacher throughout the day.
Elementary School students in the remaining 3rd grade classes will have two zoom links. One for their ELA /Social Studies teacher and one for their Math/Science teacher.
Elementary School students in 4th and 5th grade classes will have three zoom links. One for their ELA, Math and Science/Social Studies teacher.
Middle School students will switch classes and access multiple Zoom links, just as they would during a regular in-person school day for each teacher (4) ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies.
For resource classes (physical education, technology, art, etc.), the teachers will join the zoom link from the student's core content zoom class. Students will not need to access any separate links for resource classes.
Zoom links for all classes will be shared through ClassDojo.
For families who are not connected to ClassDojo, all classrooms Zoom meeting IDs will be available on our school website under the page titled “Virtual Learning.”
No passwords are required to access class meetings.
Student Expectations
Students must log in using their first and last name.
Students should log in on time and be ready to learn, just as they would during an in-person school day.
Technology Support
If your child experiences any technology or connectivity issues, please reach out directly to their Homeroom Teacher for support and guidance.
Thank you for your partnership and flexibility as we work together to ensure a smooth and successful virtual learning experience.
We are here to support if you have any questions or need immediate assistance. A Hamilton virtual support link will be available from 7: 30 a.m. - 11:00 a. am. If you have questions or need immediate assistance, please join us using one of the links below:
Elementary School Virtual Support Link: https://bcps-k12-md-us.zoom.us/j/85742022159
Middle School Virtual Support Link: https://bcps-k12-md-us.zoom.us/j/81770963991
Thank you for you support, we will see our Hawks virtually tomorrow, January 29th 2026, at 7:30 am.
Go Hawks!
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!
Hello Hamilton Community: Join us for our 2026-2027 Priority Engagement Session to share the school’s vision, goals, and priorities for SY 2027–2028.
Save the Date: In person on Wednesday, October 28th, 2026, at 5:30 pm in the cafeteria, or virtually on November 11th, 2026, on Zoom at 4:30 pm. Zoom Meeting ID: 833 4012 4313
Stakeholders will review student data, the needs assessment, and current school priorities, with time to ask questions and discuss school initiatives. This two-way communication session also invites families and community members to share feedback, suggest budget priorities, and offer ideas to help guide school planning and resource allocation for the upcoming school year.
We hope to see you there!
Baltimore City Public Schools CEO marks first 100 Days with community-informed vision for District’s future. Get the latest!
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.
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
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
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.
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
This Friday: Students in grades Pre-K through 12 can come to the Baltimore City Public Schools Central Office for the Meningococcal (MCV4) and/or Tdap vaccines. Come to the first-floor Board Room from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/immunizations.
SAVE THE DATES: 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, and Thursday, October 8, at Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School. Please register and we can't wait to see you there: https://baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
This Friday: Students in grades pre-K through 12 can come to the Baltimore City Public Schools Central Office for the Meningococcal (MCV4) and/or Tdap vaccines. Come to the first-floor Board Room from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/immunizations.