Did you know Elmer A. Henderson began teaching at the age of 15 before becoming a principal in Baltimore City Public Schools? Read more about our schools named after pioneering figures in African American History here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2009090.
City Schools Staff: Please be advised that schools and offices will open on time tomorrow, Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Due to inclement weather, Baltimore City Public Schools will open two hours late tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21. Essential employees will report on time, and the District Office will open on time.
We are halfway through the School Year 2025-26 budget planning process!
Don't forget to join us for one of four information sessions about District Budget Priorities for the next school year. Click here to view the days and times you can participate: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/1947971
Please note: All City Schools schools and offices will be open tomorrow, January 8, 2025, as scheduled.
Dear City Schools employees,
Due to forecasted inclement weather, all City Schools' schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Essential employees should report on time, and non-essential district office employees will work remotely.
Essential employees**: Report on time to ensure facilities are operating and school grounds are clear in preparation for Wednesday
Nonessential school employees: Do not report
Nonessential district office employees: Work remotely
Please check our website and social media for updates about Wednesday.
** Essential employees include principals, education building supervisors, building engineers, contract maintenance staff, custodial staff, grounds and repair shop personnel, transportation administrative staff, school police, cabinet officers, and any other employee notified of her or his essential designation earlier in the school year.
Dear City Schools employees,
Due to forecasted inclement weather, all City Schools schools will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025. Essential employees should report on time. Non-essential district office employees will work remotely.
Essential employees**: Report on time to ensure facilities are operating and school grounds are clear in preparation for Tuesday
Nonessential school employees: Do not report
Nonessential district office employees: Work remotely
Please check our website and social media for updates about Tuesday.
** Essential employees include principals, education building supervisors, building engineers, contract maintenance staff, custodial staff, grounds and repair shop personnel, transportation administrative staff, school police, cabinet officers, and any other employee who was notified of her or his essential designation earlier in the school year.
In celebration of American Education Week, City Schools invites families and staff out for two evenings of ice skating, snacks, free books, and the On The Go Bus – Today, Tuesday, November 19th, and tomorrow, Wednesday, November 20th. Click the link to learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/events?id=35823726
Cecil Elementary unveiled a new playground with help from Mayor Brandon Scott.
Mentoring Monday: Mentoring is not just a “program” but an opportunity to shift the culture of how we support students and school communities so that mentoring is woven into the fiber of supporting every student holistically. It presents an opportunity to unify all stakeholders involved in supporting students as a collective effort. Mentoring is a movement! Sign up to become a mentor in City Schools: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/become-a-mentor
Welcome back to our very valued educators and staff! We know you can't wait to launch this new school year and see your students and families! Share your prep photos, classrooms, and first-day excitement on social media using #CitySchoolsFirstDay or visit https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/back-to-school-pics to post your photo and celebratory message. Let’s celebrate the start of a great school year together!
New Educator Summer Institute (NESI) Update: The New Educator Summer Institute (NESI) is now located at Digital Harbor High School. Thank you for being part of the City Schools team!
To learn more, please visit our NESI webpage: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/o/inside/page/new-teacher-summer-institute
Register now to join us as we proudly reveal brand-new uniforms sponsored by our partners at Under Armour! Free haircuts, food, and physicals will be available to support our student-athletes. Click the link to learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/1667276
Watch as educators from across the district gather at a Literacy Institute seminar, designed to train teachers to help students achieve higher reading proficiency. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EvnQs5ygWEc
Join us for an exciting recruitment event where great opportunities await! Meet the City Schools team and explore career paths that align with your aspirations. Don't miss the chance to connect, network, and pave the way to a rewarding future with City Schools!
Support and lead racial equity within City Schools by joining the Equity Advisory Committee - https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/1552203
To increase support and district transparency around school safety, violence prevention, and student wholeness, the Board of School Commissioners has created the Safety and Wholeness Committee. Comprised of dedicated members, this committee will play a pivotal role in shaping policies and initiatives that enhance our students' overall safety and wholeness. The committee will:
Engage with district personnel and stakeholders to develop a comprehensive roadmap to enhance student and staff safety standards and services.
Leverage the guidance and resources from federal, state, and local levels to incorporate cultural, restorative, and healing-centered approaches within student wholeness initiatives.
The Safety and Wholeness Committee will meet on the third Thursday of each month from 4 – 5:30 p.m. For more information, please visit https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/board-committees.
City Schools wants your feedback! Please share your school experience by taking the family survey. School and District leaders will use your input to plan for the next school year. This confidential survey is available now: bit.ly/CitySchoolsFamilySurvey
A new issue of Inside Scoop dropped last Friday! Read up on all the new staff news here: https://5il.co/2gds8
The March 15th 2024 Professional Development Catalog is now live! Head to our PD webpage for more information on what courses will be offered: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/o/inside/page/professional-development