📢 Easier Way to Report Absences!
You can now let us know about your child’s absence online in just a few clicks.
✅ Same-day reporting
✅ Option to upload doctor’s note
✅ Email confirmation sent to you
📲 Scan the QR code or click the link below: https://forms.gle/TtFmjgBpoSfqq7hS9
Every Day Counts! 💙💛
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2026 and the start of the second half of our school year. We know that families are our students' first and lifelong teachers. When families and school staff work as a team, students thrive. Here are some ways families can support student success: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2631501
Nominations for the 2026 Heart of the School Awards are open through Saturday, January 31. Anyone can nominate a principal – students, teachers, parents, community members. Let's celebrate our amazing school leaders!—https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2620844
Nominations for the 2026 Heart of the School Awards are open through Saturday, January 31. Anyone can nominate a principal – students, teachers, parents, community members. Let's celebrate our amazing school leaders!—https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2620844
👕 Uniform Sweatshirts Now Available! ❄️
Keep your child cozy and in uniform with our Ashburton EMS sweatshirts—perfect for chilly classrooms and outdoor time.
💲 $25 each
🕗 School Store Hours:
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
🎨 Grade-Level Colors:
Pre-K–5th Grade: Navy Blue
6th Grade: Yellow
7th Grade: Gray
8th Grade: Royal Blue
Stay warm. Stay sharp. Stay Ashburton.💙💛
Keep your child cozy and in uniform with our Ashburton EMS sweatshirts—perfect for chilly classrooms and outdoor time.
💲 $25 each
🕗 School Store Hours:
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
🎨 Grade-Level Colors:
Pre-K–5th Grade: Navy Blue
6th Grade: Yellow
7th Grade: Gray
8th Grade: Royal Blue
Stay warm. Stay sharp. Stay Ashburton.💙💛
YouthWorks Summer Jobs Program – Now Open!
All YouthWorks applicants must be between the ages of 14 and 21 and must live in Baltimore City. Youth may apply before turning 14, but must reach their 14th birthday by March 13, 2026 to be eligible.
🗓️ The YouthWorks online application is open from
January 2, 2026 – March 17, 2026
📄 Please be sure to complete the Documents section as soon as possible once you apply.
🔗 Apply here:
https://youthworks.oedworks.com/
📞 Need help?
YouthWorks Helpdesk
📧 ywhelpdesk@baltimorecity.gov
☎️ (410) 545-1820
This is a great opportunity for our Ashburton students to gain work experience and earn money this summer! 💙
All YouthWorks applicants must be between the ages of 14 and 21 and must live in Baltimore City. Youth may apply before turning 14, but must reach their 14th birthday by March 13, 2026 to be eligible.
🗓️ The YouthWorks online application is open from
January 2, 2026 – March 17, 2026
📄 Please be sure to complete the Documents section as soon as possible once you apply.
🔗 Apply here:
https://youthworks.oedworks.com/
📞 Need help?
YouthWorks Helpdesk
📧 ywhelpdesk@baltimorecity.gov
☎️ (410) 545-1820
This is a great opportunity for our Ashburton students to gain work experience and earn money this summer! 💙
You have what it takes to advocate for your student! Join Family University for January Communication workshops by families, for families. Connect with other families, build on the strengths you already have, and learn and practice new ways to partner with your student's school. Register today: https://sites.google.com/bcps.k12.md.us/familyuniversityworkshops/find-and-register-for-your-workshop
School is closed for students, Friday, January 9, 2026, for a Professional Development Day.
We hope everyone has a safe and restful weekend. We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, January 12th ready to learn!📚
We hope everyone has a safe and restful weekend. We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, January 12th ready to learn!📚
🎄❄️ Winter Break Reminder – Ashburton EMS ❄️🎄
Ashburton EMS will be closed for Winter Break from
📅 Wednesday, December 24, 2025
through Friday, January 2, 2026.
📚 School will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.
We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe, restful, and happy holiday season. 💙
Ashburton EMS will be closed for Winter Break from
📅 Wednesday, December 24, 2025
through Friday, January 2, 2026.
📚 School will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.
We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe, restful, and happy holiday season. 💙
🎄 Dashing Thru December – Spirit Week at Ashburton EMS 🎄
We’re ending the year with a little extra joy and school spirit! ✨ From Monday, December 15 through Tuesday, December 23, students and staff are invited to participate in our “Dashing Thru December” Spirit Week. Each day has a fun, optional theme—students should still follow the school dress code and wear uniform bottoms on the days noted. 💙💛
Please note: Students must have 50 Dojo points to participate in the Holiday PJ Day & Celebration on Tuesday, December 23rd. 🎁🎉
We’re ending the year with a little extra joy and school spirit! ✨ From Monday, December 15 through Tuesday, December 23, students and staff are invited to participate in our “Dashing Thru December” Spirit Week. Each day has a fun, optional theme—students should still follow the school dress code and wear uniform bottoms on the days noted. 💙💛
Please note: Students must have 50 Dojo points to participate in the Holiday PJ Day & Celebration on Tuesday, December 23rd. 🎁🎉
📬 December Newsletter is Here! ❄️
Families, our December Newsletter is now available! This month’s edition includes important updates and reminders as we close out 2025 together.
Here’s what you’ll find inside:
🗓️ Dashing Thru December Spirit Week (Dec. 15–23)
🎁 Holiday PJ Day & Celebration details (50 Dojo points required)
😄 Attendance & Climate Updates
📚 Math & ELA Classroom Highlights
🦷 In-School Dental Visit Info – Dec. 15 & 16
🎄 Holiday Activities & Adopt-a-Family Updates
✔️ Important Dates for Winter Break
Please take a moment to read through so you're up to date on everything happening at Ashburton EMS. Thank you for staying connected! 💙💛
Families, our December Newsletter is now available! This month’s edition includes important updates and reminders as we close out 2025 together.
Here’s what you’ll find inside:
🗓️ Dashing Thru December Spirit Week (Dec. 15–23)
🎁 Holiday PJ Day & Celebration details (50 Dojo points required)
😄 Attendance & Climate Updates
📚 Math & ELA Classroom Highlights
🦷 In-School Dental Visit Info – Dec. 15 & 16
🎄 Holiday Activities & Adopt-a-Family Updates
✔️ Important Dates for Winter Break
Please take a moment to read through so you're up to date on everything happening at Ashburton EMS. Thank you for staying connected! 💙💛
As winter weather approaches, ensure you’re getting the correct information. The only reliable details about delays, closures, or emergencies come from City Schools’ verified sources such as our website, official social media, and direct robocall system. IInformaton from other sources can be incorrect, so always check City Schools channels first. More information: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/inclement-weather
Every day, City Schools' students show up ready to learn, dream, and grow. This Giving Tuesday, we’re inviting you to stand beside them and fuel the future. Learn more about the ways you can give, both monetarily and through gifts of time: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2575178
Every day, City Schools' students show up ready to learn, dream, and grow. This Giving Tuesday, we’re inviting you to stand beside them and fuel the future. Learn more about the ways you can give, both monetarily and through gifts of time: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2575178
🍁🦃 Happy Thanksgiving, Ashburton Families! 🦃🍁
As we pause for the holiday, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for our students, families, staff, partners, and everyone who continues to support and uplift our school community.
We wish you a warm, joyful, and restful Thanksgiving filled with laughter, good food, and quality time with loved ones.
May this season remind us to slow down, reflect, and appreciate the blessings around us—big and small.
Happy Thanksgiving! 💙💛
🦃 Thanksgiving Break Reminder 🍁
Ashburton EMS will be closed Wednesday, November 26th–Friday, November 28th for Thanksgiving Break.
Classes will resume on Monday, December 1st at 8am.
Wishing all of our Ashburton families a warm, safe, and restful holiday!
Ashburton EMS will be closed Wednesday, November 26th–Friday, November 28th for Thanksgiving Break.
Classes will resume on Monday, December 1st at 8am.
Wishing all of our Ashburton families a warm, safe, and restful holiday!
As winter weather approaches, get your updates from City Schools’ verified sources only: our website, official social media, and robocalls. Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and search engines often provide inaccurate information. Always confirm details through official City Schools channels. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/inclement-weather
🦷💙 In-School Dental Care – December 15 & 16 💛🦷
Ashburton families,
We’re excited to share that in-school dental services will be available for students on December 15th and 16th!
To participate, please complete the online waiver here:
🔗 https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/615478af65da1/web/
—or return the paper consent form to school by December 10th.
Services include a dental exam, cleaning, fluoride, cavity check, and more—right here at school!
Let’s keep our Eagles smiling bright! 😁🦷💙💛
Ashburton families,
We’re excited to share that in-school dental services will be available for students on December 15th and 16th!
To participate, please complete the online waiver here:
🔗 https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/w/615478af65da1/web/
—or return the paper consent form to school by December 10th.
Services include a dental exam, cleaning, fluoride, cavity check, and more—right here at school!
Let’s keep our Eagles smiling bright! 😁🦷💙💛
When winter weather hits, depend on City Schools’ verified channels for accurate updates—our websites, official social media, and direct robocalls, text messages, or emails. Information from Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, Google summaries, or other search engines may be incorrect. Always check official City Schools sources first. More information: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/inclement-weather
📣 American Education Week at Ashburton EMS! 📚✨
Families, we’re excited to celebrate American Education Week from November 17–21, 2025! 🎉
Join us each day as we highlight learning, leadership, and the amazing people who make our school community so special.
Here’s what’s happening this week:
📅 Monday: Kickoff – “Ignite the Excellence” + Gratitude Wall
📅 Tuesday: Family Day & Quarter 1 Awards Assembly
📅 Wednesday: Student Voice Day (student/staff role-swap activities)
📅 Thursday: Teacher Appreciation Day
📅 Friday: Pep Rally Celebration 🎉
Let’s make this an unforgettable week of learning, leadership, and Ashburton pride! 💙💛🦅
