Good evening, DNAP Families:
Fall Picture Day is Friday, November 20th! Students may wear their school uniform or their favorite picture-ready outfit. Please make sure all outfits are appropriate for school.
We look forward to seeing our Eagles dressed to impress and ready to share their best smiles!
Just a friendly reminder that there will be no school on tomorrow, Tuesday, November 3rd, in observance of Election Day!
We look forward to welcoming our Eagles back on Wednesday, November 4th!
Doors open at 7:45 AM!
Enjoy your day off, and we will see you Wednesday!
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!
This is a reminder that the Baltimore City Health Department will conduct hearing and vision screenings at Dr. Nathan A. Pitts–Ashburton Elementary/Middle School on Thursday, October 29th , and Friday, October 30th
Screenings will be provided for students in Pre-K, Kindergarten, first grade, and eighth grade. Information letters were sent home with students last week.
Please ensure your child is present for the screenings.
DNAP Eagles, we are kicking off Spirit Week on Monday, October 26th, with WEAR ORANGE DAY! 🧡
Wear orange to stand united against bullying or rock your favorite shades of fall! Let's fill our hallways with kindness, positivity, and Eagle Pride! 🦅
⏰ Doors open at 7:45 AM! Come to school on time and ready to show your spirit!
👯 LOOKING AHEAD TO TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27TH — TWIN DAY!
Start planning with your bestie, classmate, or favorite teacher! Match your outfits, colors, or accessories and show us your twin spirit!
🍂 Let's make it a fun-filled week, Eagles!
🍂🦅 DNAP families, get ready for Spirit Week! Join the fun during the week of October 26–30! 🎃
🧡 Monday: Wear orange for unity against bullying or dress in shades of fall!
👯 Tuesday: Twin Day—match with a friend or group!
🤪 Wednesday: Wacky Wednesday!
🛌 Thursday: Pajama Day!
👻 Friday: School-appropriate Costume Day!
Save these dates for our fall celebrations:
🎉 Friday, October 30 | DNAP Student Boo Bash
The celebration continues at school with our Boo Bash from 1:00–2:40 PM for eligible students only!
A week of school spirit, an evening with our families, and a celebration for our students! We can’t wait! 🍁🦅
Baltimore City Public Schools CEO marks first 100 Days with community-informed vision for District’s future. Get the latest!
All Eagles are expected to be in full uniform every day. Students should wear their grade-level uniform polo with tan or navy blue khaki pants. Students may also wear an Ashburton hoodie or sweatshirt. Sweatpants and non-Ashburton hoodies are not permitted.
See you bright and early Monday morning at 7:45 AM!
DNAP Families:
As a reminder, Thursday, October 15 is an all-district early release day to allow for parent teacher conferences. Students will be released at 11:40am. In addition, schools will be closed Friday, October 16 for staff professional development day.
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.
All Eagles are expected to be in full uniform every day. Students should wear their grade-level uniform polo with tan or navy blue khaki pants. Students may also wear an Ashburton hoodie or sweatshirt. Sweatpants and non-Ashburton hoodies are not permitted.
See you bright and early Monday morning at 7:45 AM!
The City Schools Office of Athletics, in partnership with First Tee Golf, invites students in grades 6–12 to join us for a FREE Golf Clinic!
Whether your student has never picked up a golf club or already enjoys playing, this is a great opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence, and have fun on the golf course!
⛳ No golf experience needed! All skill levels are welcome!
SAVE THE DATE!
GRADES 6-8
📆 Friday, October 16, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
📍 Forest Park Golf Course
2900 Hillsdale Road, Baltimore, MD 21207
💚 Cost: FREE!
🍽️ Lunch will be provided!
✅ WHAT FAMILIES NEED TO KNOW
We want every student to have a safe, enjoyable experience! Here's how to prepare:
📝 Register in Advance: All students must REGISTER HERE. Parent/guardian consent and required waivers are included in the registration form.
👟 Dress Comfortably: Students should wear comfortable clothing and sneakers are required.
📍 Check-In: Please check in at the Putting Green, located in front of the golf course building.
🚗 Parking: Families may park in the lot across the street from the golf course.
🍿 Food & Drinks: Lunch is on us! Students may bring extra money if they'd like to purchase snacks or beverages.
📋 Event Expectations: All participants and spectators must follow City Schools and Forest Park Golf Course guidelines.
🚨 Friendly Reminder: Students must be registered and have all required consent forms and waivers completed before the event to participate.
🚌 NEED TRANSPORTATION? HERE ARE YOUR OPTIONS!
🏫 Transportation Through Your School
The Office of Athletics can provide bus transportation for schools with at least 10 registered students, upon request.
If your student's school is participating in group transportation, the school must arrange for a teacher or staff chaperone, with principal approval, to accompany and supervise students during the clinic.
🚍 Public Transportation Options
For families traveling independently, the following bus stops are near the course:
📍 Liberty Heights Avenue & Hillsdale Avenue
🚐 First Tee will provide van pickups from this stop between 10:30 a.m. and 11:10 a.m.
LIME – Harbor East, Druid Hill Park, Northwest Hospital
Route 34 – Westview Mall, Falls Road Light Rail
📍 Forest Park Avenue & Hillsdale Road
Route 79 – CMS, Mondawmin Metro
Route 34 – Westview Mall
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
Registration is open for Ashburton’s afterschool LEGO League program with Baltimore City Recreation & Parks for students in grades 5–8. The eight-week program begins October 26 and meets Monday–Friday from 3:00–5:00 PM. Please complete the registration form on the flyer to sign up. Return the completed form to the main office or pick up a copy from the main office.
All Eagles are expected to be in full uniform every day. Students should wear their grade-level uniform polo with tan or navy blue khaki pants. Students may also wear an Ashburton hoodie or sweatshirt. Sweatpants and non-Ashburton hoodies are not permitted.
See you bright and early Monday morning at 7:45 AM!
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