Dr. Nathan A. Pitts-Ashburton Elementary/Middle School

📣 NorthBay Trip Reminder – Last Call!

Attention families of students in Grades 6-8 attending the NorthBay trip (April 27–29) — this is the last chance to submit all required forms.

⚠️ Consent and health forms must be turned in ASAP to ensure your child is cleared to attend. Students without completed forms will not be permitted to go on the trip.

If you have already submitted your forms, thank you! If not, please send them in as soon as possible.

If you have any questions or need support, please contact Ms. C. James at CAJames02@bcps.k12.md.us

Deadline Approaching: Please share your school experience by completing the family survey! The survey is confidential and available now until Sunday, May 10, 2026. Your input will help school and district leaders plan for the next school year. To complete the family survey, please click the following link: https://baltcityschools.org/FamilySurvey.

🍕✨ HELP YOUR CHILD’S CLASS WIN A PIZZA PARTY! ✨🍕

The Spring 2026 Family Survey is OPEN!

💬 Your voice matters! Your feedback helps us improve, support your child’s success, and strengthen our school community.

📲 Scan the QR code or use the link below to complete the survey:
https://bit.ly/CitySchoolsFamilySurvey

✅ Quick & easy
🔒 100% confidential

🎯 The class with 100% participation wins a PIZZA PARTY! 🍕

⏰ Don’t wait—complete it today!
Every voice matters. Every response counts!

🎨✨ Family Engagement Night: Paint & Connect – A Creative Journey into Literacy ✨🎨

Get ready for a fun-filled evening of painting, creativity, and quality time with your child! Join us to create, connect, and enjoy a hands-on literacy experience.

🗓 Wednesday, April 15
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Ashburton EMS Cafeteria

✨ What to Expect:
🎨 Guided paint session with a professional artist
📚 Literacy connection
🍽 Dinner provided

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Students must attend with a parent or guardian
⚠️ Space is limited

Come paint, create, and make memories with us. We can’t wait to see you there!💙

OPEN NOW: Register your child for FREE Summer Learning Programs at City Schools! Opportunities are available for students from Pre-K to high school. Registration opens April 7 through Campus Portal. Join us for a summer of discovery, growth, and fun! Register here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/campus-portal.

Interested in taking AP courses during the summer? Rising 9th–12th-grade students are invited to apply for a FREE summer program. Eligible students will receive academic preparation for an AP course of their choice and take part in college visits or other college readiness activities. The program will be held at the Baltimore Design School from June 29 through July 30, Mondays–Thursdays, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

To apply, please complete the internal registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf3z5ZMsTP9HMtCbKS79eC_Ldf_YC9dcljkAR08ZB1RCdGvaw/viewform?usp=dialog

If you have any questions, please reach out to Sean Keatley, Educational Specialist in the Office of Gifted and Advanced Learning - spkeatley@bcps.k12.md.us.

REMINDER: Looking for something to do during Spring Break? From March 30 through April 2, youth ages 14 to 18 can enjoy a fun-filled week of FREE activities. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2788440. To attend each event, register here: https://bit.ly/4LNh4b6. For questions or more information, please contact Shalik Fulton at shalik.fulton@baltimorecity.gov.

Looking for something to do during Spring Break? From March 30 through April 2, youth ages 14 to 18 can enjoy a fun-filled week of FREE activities. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2788440. To attend each event, register here: https://bit.ly/4LNh4b6. For questions or more information, please contact Shalik Fulton at shalik.fulton@baltimorecity.gov.

Register your child for FREE Summer Learning Programs at City Schools! Opportunities are available for students from Pre-K to high school. Registration opens April 7 through Campus Portal. Join us for a summer of discovery, growth, and fun! Register here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/campus-portal.

🚨 Important Update – Afterschool Programs 🚨

Due to an unexpected facilities issue, afterschool activities are canceled today, Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

All students will be dismissed at 2:40 PM. Please plan accordingly for pick-up. Thank you for your understanding.

🌲 NorthBay Trip Reminder 🌲

Please return all NorthBay trip forms by Friday, March 13.

⚠️ Students cannot attend without these forms, and seats are limited.

👥 Chaperones are also needed for the trip. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Ms. James at CAJames02@bcps.k12.md.us

📋✨ Spring Family Survey – We Want to Hear From You! ✨📋

Ashburton families, your feedback is important to us!

Please take a few minutes to complete the Spring Family Survey and share your experience with our school. Your responses help guide decisions about programs, resources, and support for our students and families.

🔗 Take the survey here:
https://bit.ly/CitySchoolsFamilySurvey

✅ Share your feedback
✅ Help us continue improving
✅ Make your voice heard

Thank you for supporting Ashburton EMS and our scholars! 💙💛

📚🌎 Read Across America Week 2026 is Here! 🌎📚

Ashburton EMS is celebrating the joy of reading all week long!

✨ Monday (3/2): Reading Competition Kickoff!
✨ Tuesday (3/3): DEAR + Flashlight Fun!
✨ Wednesday (3/4): Travel Through Books Day
✨ Thursday (3/5): Book Character/Reading is a SUPERPOWER Day!

We can’t wait to see our scholars bring their creativity and love of reading to life this week!✨📚

✨🎤 Black History Month Assembly – You’re Invited! ✨🎤

Ashburton EMS proudly presents:

THE BLUEPRINT: Rhythm, Roots, and Black History

Join us as we celebrate Black History Month and honor the legacy, culture, and contributions that continue to shape our world.

📅 Friday, February 27, 2026
⏰ 1:45 PM
📍 Gymnasium

We look forward to coming together as a school community for this special celebration. 💙💛