Dear Families and Staff,
You are invited to attend our upcoming Community Budget Forum on Thursday, March 12th at 3:30 PM. This meeting will be held virtually and is an opportunity for families and staff to learn more about the budget process, hear important updates, and share feedback that will help guide future planning.
Your voice and participation are important as we work together to support our students and school community. We encourage all families and staff members to join and be a part of this conversation.
The link to the join the meeting is:
https://bcps-k12-md-us.zoom.us/j/82527964030?pwd=3et5y1uB6PJU7kssXuLFIhRLbZrC3z.1
Meeting ID: 825 2796 4030
Passcode: 258986
Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
You are invited to attend our upcoming Community Budget Forum on Thursday, March 12th at 3:30 PM. This meeting will be held virtually and is an opportunity for families and staff to learn more about the budget process, hear important updates, and share feedback that will help guide future planning.
Your voice and participation are important as we work together to support our students and school community. We encourage all families and staff members to join and be a part of this conversation.
The link to the join the meeting is:
https://bcps-k12-md-us.zoom.us/j/82527964030?pwd=3et5y1uB6PJU7kssXuLFIhRLbZrC3z.1
Meeting ID: 825 2796 4030
Passcode: 258986
Thank you for your continued partnership and support.
Good afternoon Husky Nation, Tomorrow March 10th is a virtual day. Classes will begin at 8:00 a.m. If you did not pick up your laptop today, you can pick up laptops tomorrow between 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Families are invited to join the Gifted and Advanced Learning team for Get to Know Gifted Nights. These sessions share how schools and families can work together to support gifted and advanced learners. Each event runs from 5–7 p.m. View the dates and times here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/events?start_date=2026-02-01&end_date=2026-02-28&id=51325275
Hello Families,
Laptop pickup will be available today from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Exit 2 on Baker Street, near the Pre-K and Kindergarten playground.
If your child needs to pick up a laptop, please come during this time window. Thank you for your cooperation and support!
— Matthew A. Henson Elementary School
Laptop pickup will be available today from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Exit 2 on Baker Street, near the Pre-K and Kindergarten playground.
If your child needs to pick up a laptop, please come during this time window. Thank you for your cooperation and support!
— Matthew A. Henson Elementary School
Dear Matthew A. Henson Elementary School Community. Due to a pipe burst impacting the building, our school will be closed today, Monday, March 9 for repairs and clean- up.
Good evening Matthew A. Henson families,
This is a friendly reminder that Monday , March 9th is the first day of our 60 Day Attendance Challenge! We are excited to kick things off and cannot wait to see all of our students at school and ready to learn.
Remember, breakfast begins at 7:35 AM, and we look forward to seeing our students start their day with us.
Husky Nation shows up and shows out, and we are counting on all of our students to help us be the winners of the 60 Day Attendance Challenge!
Let’s work together to make every day count. We look forward to seeing everyone Monday morning!
This is a friendly reminder that Monday , March 9th is the first day of our 60 Day Attendance Challenge! We are excited to kick things off and cannot wait to see all of our students at school and ready to learn.
Remember, breakfast begins at 7:35 AM, and we look forward to seeing our students start their day with us.
Husky Nation shows up and shows out, and we are counting on all of our students to help us be the winners of the 60 Day Attendance Challenge!
Let’s work together to make every day count. We look forward to seeing everyone Monday morning!
Good afternoon Husky Nation,
There is no school on Friday, March 6th. School will reopen on Monday, March 9th. We will see you all bright and early for breakfast at 7:35 a.m.
There is no school on Friday, March 6th. School will reopen on Monday, March 9th. We will see you all bright and early for breakfast at 7:35 a.m.
Good afternoon Husky Nation,
MISA testing starts tomorrow for all 5th graders! Please have your child on time for testing. We would like them here for testing by 7:35 a.m. so they can have a delicious breakfast! Have a great evening!
MISA testing starts tomorrow for all 5th graders! Please have your child on time for testing. We would like them here for testing by 7:35 a.m. so they can have a delicious breakfast! Have a great evening!
Good morning Husky Nation,
We have noticed that some students are absent this morning! Please bring our wonderful students to school today! We need them here so they can receive their education today! We can't wait to see them!
We have noticed that some students are absent this morning! Please bring our wonderful students to school today! We need them here so they can receive their education today! We can't wait to see them!
Hello Henson Families! 📚✨
We are excited to celebrate Read Across America Week from March 2nd through March 6th!
Monday is Dr. Seuss Day — students may wear Dr. Seuss colors or a Dr. Seuss shirt.
Tuesday is Character Day — students can dress as their favorite book character and bring the book to share a short summary.
Wednesday is DEAR Day — Drop Everything And Read! Students may wear pajamas and bring a blanket for 15 minutes of reading fun.
Thursday is Superhero Readers Day — dress as a superhero because reading and writing are superpowers!
Friday is a Professional Development Day — there will be no school for students.
We look forward to a fun-filled week celebrating the joy of reading. Thank you for your continued support, and we can’t wait to see our scholars participate!
We are excited to celebrate Read Across America Week from March 2nd through March 6th!
Monday is Dr. Seuss Day — students may wear Dr. Seuss colors or a Dr. Seuss shirt.
Tuesday is Character Day — students can dress as their favorite book character and bring the book to share a short summary.
Wednesday is DEAR Day — Drop Everything And Read! Students may wear pajamas and bring a blanket for 15 minutes of reading fun.
Thursday is Superhero Readers Day — dress as a superhero because reading and writing are superpowers!
Friday is a Professional Development Day — there will be no school for students.
We look forward to a fun-filled week celebrating the joy of reading. Thank you for your continued support, and we can’t wait to see our scholars participate!
Dear Husky Nation,
The 2nd quarter award ceremony will take place Friday, February 27th. There will be 2 ceremonies. Grades Pre-K through 2nd will take place from 9am to 10am, and 3rd through 5th will take place from 1pm to 2pm. We hope to see you there!
The 2nd quarter award ceremony will take place Friday, February 27th. There will be 2 ceremonies. Grades Pre-K through 2nd will take place from 9am to 10am, and 3rd through 5th will take place from 1pm to 2pm. We hope to see you there!
Hello Husky Nation families!
On Thursday, February 26th from 1:00 to 1:30 PM, students will participate in our Black Out for Black History celebration during the school day. This event is for students only.
Students may wear all black as we celebrate Black History Month and reward students for attendance.
Thank you for your support!
Dear Husky Nation,
The 2nd quarter award ceremony will take place Friday, February 27th. There will be 2 ceremonies. Grades Pre-K through 2nd will take place from 9am to 10am, and 3rd through 5th will take place from 1pm to 2pm. We hope to see you there!
The 2nd quarter award ceremony will take place Friday, February 27th. There will be 2 ceremonies. Grades Pre-K through 2nd will take place from 9am to 10am, and 3rd through 5th will take place from 1pm to 2pm. We hope to see you there!
Good afternoon Husky Nation,
Tomorrow we will be back in the building at regular time. We want to see all of our students in school tomorrow and on time. Breakfast is at 7:35 a.m. and school begins at 8:00 a.m. Please ensure that your child or children are in uniform and they have their book bags. Have a great evening!
Tomorrow we will be back in the building at regular time. We want to see all of our students in school tomorrow and on time. Breakfast is at 7:35 a.m. and school begins at 8:00 a.m. Please ensure that your child or children are in uniform and they have their book bags. Have a great evening!
Good afternoon Husky Nation,
Tomorrow is a Virtual Learning Day! Virtual Learning will start at 8:30 in the morning. Please check Class Dojo to see your child’s teacher’s Google Classroom for their Zoom or Google Teams Link. The awards ceremony for tomorrow will be rescheduled. Have a great evening!
Tomorrow is a Virtual Learning Day! Virtual Learning will start at 8:30 in the morning. Please check Class Dojo to see your child’s teacher’s Google Classroom for their Zoom or Google Teams Link. The awards ceremony for tomorrow will be rescheduled. Have a great evening!
Dear Husky Nation,
The 2nd quarter award ceremony will take place Monday, February 23rd. There will be 2 ceremonies. Grades Pre-K through 2nd will take place from 9am to 10am, and 3rd through 5th will take place from 1pm to 2pm. We hope to see you there!
The 2nd quarter award ceremony will take place Monday, February 23rd. There will be 2 ceremonies. Grades Pre-K through 2nd will take place from 9am to 10am, and 3rd through 5th will take place from 1pm to 2pm. We hope to see you there!
Dear Husky Nation,
The 2nd quarter award ceremony will take place Monday, February 23rd. There will be 2 ceremonies. Grades Pre-K through 2nd will take place from 9am to 10am, and 3rd through 5th will take place from 1pm to 2pm. We hope to see you there!
The 2nd quarter award ceremony will take place Monday, February 23rd. There will be 2 ceremonies. Grades Pre-K through 2nd will take place from 9am to 10am, and 3rd through 5th will take place from 1pm to 2pm. We hope to see you there!
Black History Month is a time to honor the significant contributions of African Americans who have shaped our history. We are proud that many of our schools are named for trailblazers whose achievements in education, civil rights, the arts, and other fields continue to inspire future generations. Each school stands as a testament to the work, sacrifice, and resilience of these remarkable visionaries. Discover the innovative leaders and changemakers our schools are named after: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2009090

200+ families strong and growing! Family University is building a community of empowered families—and we want YOU to be part of it. Attend 4 workshops and receive your invitation to our May graduation celebration! 🎓 Last chances this month: February 17 and 24 at 5:30 p.m.—Leadership and Advocacy Workshop. Register today: https://sites.google.com/bcps.k12.md.us/familyuniversityworkshops/find-and-register-for-your-workshop
City Schools celebrates Black History Month! This month recognizes and celebrates the achievements, contributions, and history of African Americans throughout history. Learn more about this month on our website: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2675958

