🍁🦃 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! 💙💛
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 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! 😁🦷💙💛
📣 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! 💙💛🦅
🏅 Quarter 1 Awards Ceremony – Grades 6–8 🏅
Families of our middle school Eagles, we’re excited to celebrate the accomplishments of our 6th–8th grade scholars!
📅 Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
⏰ 1:40 PM
📍 Gymnatorium (3935 Hilton Rd, Baltimore, MD 21215)
We appreciate your support and would love for you to join us as we recognize our students’ hard work and growth. 💙💛
🎉 Quarter 1 Awards Ceremony – PreK–5 🎉
Ashburton families, you are invited to join us as we celebrate the hard work and achievements of our PreK–5th grade Eagles!
📅 Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 Gymnatorium (3935 Hilton Rd, Baltimore, MD 21215)
Your child’s effort and growth deserve to be recognized, and we would be honored to have you join us for this special event. 💙💛
📢 Ashburton Family Newsletter- November 2025 🦅💙💛
Catch up on what’s been happening at Ashburton and see what’s coming up next! Our latest Family Newsletter includes updates, dates to remember, and helpful resources for families.
🚨 School Closure Reminder! 🚨
Ashburton EMS will be CLOSED on Friday, November 7th for a Professional Development Day.
Classes will resume on Monday, November 10th at 8:00 AM.
Enjoy your 3-day weekend, Eagles! 💙💛🦅
🎓✨ 2026–2027 Middle & High School Choice Fair! ✨🎓
Attention Ashburton families of 3rd–8th graders — the Baltimore City Public Schools Choice Fair is coming soon!
🗓️ Saturday, December 13, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Baltimore Convention Center
This is a great opportunity to:
✅ Explore middle and high school options
✅ Learn how to apply
✅ Get your questions answered
✅ Find helpful resources and support
🚍 Transportation will be provided for families on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please return your permission slip to Mr. Smith to secure your seat!
Let’s help our Eagles plan their next steps!💙💛
Visit 👉 www.baltimorecityschools.org/choice
for more info.
🎓✨ Middle & High School Choice Info Session ✨🎓
Hey Ashburton families! 📣 Calling all 5th and 8th grade families — it’s time to start planning for Middle and High School Choice!
Join us for an in-depth session about:
✅ The school choice process
✅ Application steps & due dates
✅ Everything you need to know to prepare for next school year!
🗓️ Thursday, November 6 & 13, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM
📍 Dr. Nathan A. Pitts Ashburton EMS
🎁 Giveaway: The first family to arrive on time will receive a special prize!
📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register!
Let’s get our Eagles ready to soar into the next chapter! 💙💛
Hey Eagle Families! 🦅
Just a reminder that Friday, October 31st is an early dismissal day — students will dismiss at 11:40 a.m. ⏰
Thank you for your cooperation and support! 💛💙
Watch now: “City Forever” | A 15-minute documentary by the Student Media Team. This film details Baltimore City College's temporary relocation to the University of Baltimore while the famous “Castle on the Hill” undergoes its first extensive renovation in 100 years. Learn more about this famous building and school's journey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1soEQ9-21QU
🦅 Get ready, DNAP Eagles! 🦅
We’re kicking off our October Bash on Friday, October 31st at 10:30 AM!
🎧 DJ | 🍬 Treats | 🎨 Activities | 🚗 Trunk or Treat
Students with 75 or more ClassDojo points (earned between Oct. 1–28) are invited to join the fun!
We’re also looking for:
🍭 Candy donations to help us treat our Eagles
🚗 Volunteers to host a trunk (decorate your vehicle and pass out candy!)
If you’d like to donate or volunteer, please contact Ms. James.
Let’s make this an exciting celebration for our Eagles! 💙💛
Enrichment and recreation that build creativity, teamwork, and personal growth.
When: Monday through Friday, 3 pm to 5 pm
Start: November 3, 2025
Where: Ashburton EMS
Who: Grades 5–8
✅ Spaces are limited — scan the QR code on the flyer to register today.
Having trouble with the registration form?
Email me the following so our BCRP partners can manually enroll your student:
Student name, Date of birth, Grade, Parent/Guardian name, email, & phone number
Questions? Contact Ms. James at CAJames02@bcps.k12.md.us
or Mr. Fulton at shalik.fulton@baltimorecity.gov
Let’s get our Eagles connected after school! 💙💛
On Wednesday, October 29th, we’re joining together as an Ashburton family to support the fight against breast cancer. 💗
💞 Students & Staff are encouraged to wear PINK to show support, spread awareness, and stand in solidarity with survivors, fighters, and families affected by breast cancer.
Let’s fill our halls with hope, strength, and unity! 🌸
