🌟 Ashburton EMS February Newsletter is Here! 🌟
Check out our February 2025 newsletter for updates, celebrations, and important dates to remember. Let’s make 2025 a year of success and growth for every student!
🚀 Join the Ashburton STEM Club! 🌟
🎉 Calling all 5th-8th graders! Get ready for exciting, hands-on STEM activities that spark creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork!
🗓️ Every Monday
⏰ 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
📍 Ashburton EMS
🔍 What You’ll Explore:
♟️ Chess Basics – Master the rules, strategies, and tactics to level up your game!
🧱 LEGO Engineering – Build and design creative structures and simple machines.
🎨 Cricut Design – Customize stickers, cards, and apparel with cool designs!
⚡ Makey Makey – Turn everyday objects into interactive touchpads.
💻 Arduino Basics – Learn beginner coding and build simple electronics.
Every session is filled with engaging challenges where you can build, code, and explore – all while having fun with friends!
🔗 Don’t miss the chance to join this STEM adventure.
🌧️ Inclement Weather Update 🌧️
Baltimore City Public Schools will open two hours late tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21, 2025, due to inclement weather. Classes at Ashburton EMS will begin promptly at 10:00 AM.
Please plan accordingly and stay safe! 💙
Reminder: School Closed for MLK Day
Ashburton EMS will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 21.
Let’s take this time to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy and his vision of equity, justice, and unity.
Ashburton EMS hosted "Art with Purpose: An MLK Showcase on Equity & Sustainability." In partnership with the Baltimore Department of Public Works (DPW), students showcased artwork highlighting themes of equity, peace, and sustainability.
From imaginative creations to thought-provoking projects, the event celebrated Dr. King’s vision of justice and unity. Families, students, staff, partners gathered for an inspiring evening of creativity and community.
Ashburton EMS is proud to celebrate Dr. King’s legacy and foster positive change through the arts!
📢 Early Dismissal Notice 📢
This is a reminder that Ashburton EMS will have an early dismissal on Friday, January 17, 2025.
Dismissal Time: 11:30 AM
Please make arrangements to pick up your child promptly at this time. We appreciate your cooperation!
🎓 High School Choice Deadline Reminder! 🎓
📅 Deadline: Tomorrow, Friday, January 17, 2025
Parents/Guardians: The High School Choice application must be completed with your student by tomorrow! Any student without a submitted application will be assigned to a high school with available vacancies.
💻 How to Apply:
1️⃣ Go to baltimorecityschools.org/SEMS
2️⃣ Log in or create an account
3️⃣ Link your student’s account
4️⃣ Complete and submit the application
📢 REMINDER: Join us for a Special Event Tomorrow! 🎨✨
🌟 Art with Purpose: An MLK Showcase on Equity & Sustainability 🌟
🗓 Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Ashburton EMS
Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with us! Our talented middle school scholars, guided by Ms. Flaherty, will showcase inspiring artwork focused on sustainability and equity.
Let’s honor Dr. King’s legacy together through art, unity, and positive community impact! 💛
We can’t wait to see you there!
🎨 Join Us for "Art with Purpose: An MLK Showcase on Equity & Sustainability"! 🎨
✨ Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Legacy!
📅 Date: Thursday, January 16, 2025
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Ashburton EMS
🌟 Our middle school scholars, guided by Ms. Flaherty, will present inspiring artwork focused on sustainability and equity. Let's honor Dr. King's legacy together through art, unity, and positive community impact!
📢 Positive Action 2025 Registration is OPEN!
🌟 Join this evidence-based program promoting social-emotional learning!
📅 Program Dates: January - March 2025
⏰ Registration Deadline: January 21, 2025
📲 Register now: https://mch-metrobaltimore.my.site.com/portal/s/
📣 New Year, New Updates! 🎉
Our January 2025 newsletter is here, packed with exciting news, updates, and important events happening at Ashburton EMS! 📚✨ Stay informed, stay connected, and let’s make 2025 a year of growth and success! 🌟
📢 School Closure Alert 📢
All City Schools, including Dr. Nathan A. Pitts Ashburton Elementary/Middle School, will be closed on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, due to inclement weather.
⚠️ Stay safe and check for updates as they become available. Thank you!
📢 School Closure Alert 📢
All City Schools, including Dr. Nathan A. Pitts Ashburton Elementary Middle School, will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025, due to forecasted inclement weather. ❄️🌨️
Stay safe, and we encourage everyone to take precautions during the storm.
🎉❄️ Winterfest & PJ Day: Tomorrow at Ashburton! ❄️🎉
Get ready for a fun-filled day! Tomorrow, we’re celebrating the season with Winterfest AND a cozy Pajama Day! 🎄✨
🕒 Winterfest: Join us during school hours for holiday-themed activities, games, and festive fun!
👕 PJ Day: Wear your favorite pajamas and get comfy while spreading holiday cheer!
Let’s end the week in style and celebrate the magic of winter together. ❄️
🌟 Celebrating Attendance Excellence! 🌟
Our amazing students enjoyed a fantastic day at Shake & Bake to celebrate their Perfect Attendance for December! 🎉 Skating, fun, and smiles all around—what a wonderful way to reward their dedication to showing up and shining bright every day. ✨
💡 Perfect attendance = endless possibilities!
📸 Check out these moments from our trip!
🎉 Winter Spirit Week is Here! 🎉
Kicking things off today, December 16th, is Toasty Toes Day! ❄️🧦 Students and staff showed school spirit by wearing their craziest, coziest, or winter-themed socks!
Don’t forget to check out the Spirit Week flyer below for all the fun activities planned this week (12/16–12/20). Let’s celebrate together and make this a week to remember!
Good afternoon Ashburton Family,
Please take a moment to read the attached letter shared by Principal McLeod for important information and updates regarding today's early dismissal at 10:30 AM. Your understanding and support during this time are greatly appreciated.
Thank you!
🎄✨ Skate Into the Holiday Spirit with Ashburton EMS! ✨🎄
We’re celebrating perfect attendance for the month of December with a festive skating trip to Shake & Bake! 🛼🎅
📅 Date: Thursday, December 19th
Thank you for making every day count—now it’s time to roll into the season and have some fun! ❄️
🎄✨ Winterfest is Coming to Ashburton EMS! ✨🎄
We’re celebrating Positive Behavior with a fun-filled event for our students! 🥳
📅 When: Friday, December 20th
📍 Where: Ashburton EMS Cafeteria
Activities Include:
🎨 Decorating Stockings & Ornaments
☕ Enjoying Hot Chocolate & Cookies
🎅 Special Guest Appearance
Let’s make the season merry and bright while recognizing our students’ positive choices!
✨ Volunteers Needed! Contact Ms. James at 443.642.5250.
🌟 Did you know? All Baltimore City Public Schools students now have access to Hazel Health! 🌟
Hazel provides convenient, high-quality healthcare at no cost to families – whether your student is insured or uninsured.
🩺 What Hazel Health Offers:
Mental Health Care for stress, anxiety, and more, available Monday to Friday, 7 AM – 7 PM
Primary Care available anytime, anywhere – right from your home, on any internet-enabled device
Multilingual Providers for diverse families
📲 Getting Started:
Sign up your student today at: getstarted.hazel.co/district/baltimorecityschools
