REMINDER: Will you be a middle or high school student athlete in 2026-27? Register for a free sports physical and more at the Under Armour Student Athlete Celebration on Saturday, June 6. Learn more and register here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2865498.

One snack. One classroom. One moment can save a life.
This week, The Mount Washington School is proud to recognize FOOD ALLERGY AWARENESS WEEK as we work together to build a safer, more supportive, and more inclusive school community for every student.
Did you know?
🔹 About 4 million children in the U.S. have food allergies
🔹 Severe allergic reactions can happen quickly
🔹 Awareness and prevention truly matter
🎗️ WEAR TEAL DAY
📅 Friday, May 15
Students and staff are encouraged to wear teal in support of Food Allergy Awareness Week and help spread awareness across our school community.
At MWS, safety is everybody’s responsibility. Together, we protect. Together, we support. Together, we belong. 💙

🎉 One final PTO meeting. One powerful chance to help shape what’s next for MWS. 🐯💙
The Mount Washington School PTO is closing out the school year with one final General Meeting and your voice belongs in the room.
This year, PTO support helped fund after-school programs, field trip transportation, and opportunities that directly impacted our students and staff. Now it’s time to help build the vision for next year.
🗓 Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
📍 MWS Elementary School Library
💻 Hybrid Option Available
Topics include:
✨ Gifted & Advanced Learning Updates with Mrs. Blount
✨ Scouts Information Session with Dave Sikorski
✨ PTO Elections for the 2026–2027 School Year
✨ Opportunities to run or nominate someone for leadership roles
Every idea matters. Every family matters. Every voice helps strengthen our school community.
Bring a friend. Bring your ideas. Bring your Tiger Pride. 🐾
🔗 Virtual Meeting Link: https://bcps-k12-md-us.zoom.us/j/89548777113
#MWSPTO #MountWashingtonSchool #TigerPride #FamilyEngagement

The results are OFFICIAL.
Pizza Victory Week was one for the books at The Mount Washington School 🏆🐾🔥
Families came through.
Students went ALL IN.
Teachers rallied their classes.
And the competition got REAL. 👀
This year we reached RECORD BREAKING numbers for our Spring Family Survey submissions. 💪📈
That means more family voice.
More community feedback.
More power helping shape the future of MWS. 💙
A HUGE shout out to all of our Pizza Victory Week winners from Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, First Grade, Fourth Grade, and beyond! 🍕🏅🐾
Students were excited. Families showed up strong. And yes… many of our winners walked away with Ledo Pizza gift certificates 🎉🍕
We also want to give a MASSIVE thank you to our incredible sponsor, Ledo Pizza 🍕❤️ for providing such amazing incentives for our school community and helping make this challenge extra special for our students and families.
Thank you to every family that took time to complete the survey and help our school continue growing stronger together.
Now let’s be honest for a second… 👀
If you missed out this year 😭🍕
You probably already know what time it is for next year’s challenge.
Because NEXT YEAR the competition is going to be even BIGGER. 🔥
Drop a 🍕 in the comments if your family participated.
Drop a 🔥 if your child helped their grade compete.
Drop a 💙 to celebrate our Mount Washington community showing UP strong.
MWS family… let’s keep the momentum going and finish this school year STRONG. 🐾🚀

Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week may be over… but the impact our staff makes every single day is NOT. 💙🐾
From early mornings ☀️
To late afternoons 📚
From comforting students ❤️
To pushing them toward greatness 🚀
Our Mount Washington School teachers and staff continue to show up with love, patience, energy, and commitment every single day.
This week was filled with donuts 🍩, muffins 🧁, pizza 🍕, chips 🥤, thank you cards 💌, and tons of appreciation. But one of the sweetest moments of the entire week was seeing our amazing 1st Grade teacher, Ms. Rauson, surprised by her family (daughters, and grandson) with a beautiful Teacher Appreciation gift right here at school. 🥹❤️🍎
Moments like that remind us just how deeply our educators are loved and appreciated both inside and outside of the classroom.
Now it’s YOUR turn 👇
💙 Drop a thank you message
🍎 Shout out a teacher or staff member
📚 Share a favorite school memory
👏 Show our educators some love in the comments
Let’s turn this comment section into one giant celebration for the people helping MWS students thrive every single day. 🐾🔥

One survey could help your child’s grade WIN a personal pan pizza party from Ledo’s Pizza! 🍕🔥
Right now, grades are competing in the:
💥 PIZZA VICTORY WEEK
💥 SPRING FAMILY SURVEY SHOWDOWN
The challenge is simple:
✅ Complete the Spring Family Survey
📸 Screenshot the confirmation page
📲 Send it to your child’s teacher on ClassDojo
That’s it. Every survey gives your child’s grade MORE POWER on the leaderboard. 💪🐯
🏆 Top grade in each cohort wins
🍕 Every student in the winning grade receives a personal pizza reward
⏰ Time is running out in this 48-hour challenge
Families across the country are increasing school engagement through quick digital surveys and family feedback campaigns.
🔥 CURRENT TREND:
Schools are turning family participation into fun schoolwide competitions with live updates, prizes, and community challenges.
📲 COMPLETE THE SURVEY HERE:
https://baltcityschools.org/FamilySurvey
💬 COMMENT BELOW:
Which grade is taking the crown? 👀🍕🏆

From field trips 🎢 to the Sneakerball Dance 👟✨ and 8th Grade Graduation 🎓… this is the season our students have been waiting for!
🗓️ SAVE THESE DATES NOW:
🎳 MAY 28
6th–8th Grade Incentive Field Trip
📍 Shake & Bake Fun Center
⏰ 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM
💵 $10 Per Student
👟 JUNE 4
6th–8th Grade Sneakerball Dance
📍 Mt. Washington School
⏰ 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
🎉 FREE
🚀 JUNE 5
8th Grade Senior Field Trip
📍 Urban Air Trampoline & Adventure Park
⏰ 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
🎉 FREE
🎓 JUNE 9
8th Grade Graduation
📍 Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
⏰ 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
🎉 FREE
Parents, this is your reminder:
📸 Charge the phones
👟 Get the outfits ready
🎉 Prepare for the memories
🐯 Tiger Pride season is officially HERE!

The Board of School Commissioners has approved the district's $1.95 billion fiscal year budget for the 2026-27 school year during the public Board meeting on Tuesday, May 5. The budget details funds which will cover needs surrounding student wholeness, literacy, leadership, equity, and district office structure. The budget will next be presented to the Baltimore City Council. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2869949.

SPRING FAMILY SURVEY SHOWDOWN
Imagine your child celebrating with their own pizza.
This is how they earn it.
🏆 WIN A PERSONAL PIZZA FOR EVERY STUDENT IN YOUR GRADE
🍕 Ledo’s Pizza Gift Certificate
One winning grade per cohort
🔥 48 HOUR CHALLENGE
📅 May 5 through May 7
Fast. Competitive. Schoolwide.
🎯 WHO IS COMPETING
• Cohort 1: Pre-K through 2nd Grade
• Cohort 2: 3rd through 5th Grade
• Cohort 3: 6th through 8th Grade
🏆 Top grade in each cohort wins
💯 100 percent participation seals the win
🚀 HOW YOUR FAMILY HELPS YOUR GRADE WIN
👉 Complete the Spring Family Survey: https://baltcityschools.org/FamilySurvey
📸 Screenshot the confirmation page
📲 Send it to your child’s teacher on Class Dojo
📌 Include:
• Student first and last name
• Homeroom teacher name
📊 LIVE LEADERBOARD UPDATES
📍 Wednesday, May 6
First update. See who is leading
📍 Thursday, May 7
Final standings before deadline
🏁 WINNERS ANNOUNCED
📅 Friday, May 8
🎉 Every student in the winning grade receives a
Ledo’s Pizza personal pizza reward
💥 EVERY SURVEY = POWER FOR YOUR GRADE
💥 EVERY FAMILY COUNTS
💥 ONE GRADE TAKES IT ALL
📣 Which grade will lead the school?
📣 Let’s see who shows up strongest
👉 Complete the survey now

Will you be a middle or high school student athlete in 2026-27? Register for a free sports physical and more at the Under Armour Student Athlete Celebration on Saturday, June 6. High school students register from April 27 to May 8. Middle school students register starting May 11. Learn more and register here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2865498.

⚽️🔥 TRAVEL SOCCER TRYOUTS ARE HERE 🔥⚽️
Mount Washington Soccer Club is opening the door for Fall 2026. Spots will fill fast.
• Tryouts are FREE
• Pre-registration is required
• Experienced licensed coaches
• One of Baltimore’s strongest grassroots programs
📲 Lock in your spot now
Register here: https://www.mtwashsoccer.org
📌 You can also use the GotSport link or QR code from the flyer to secure your tryout
💡 Why families are signing up early
• Structured development for all skill levels
• Competitive and supportive environment
• Proven track record in player growth
📧 Questions
Boys program: mwscboys@gmail.com
Girls program: mwscgirls@gmail.com
⚽️ If your child loves the game, this is where it gets serious
⚽️ If they want to grow, this is where it happens
Let’s go BLUE 💙

🔗 Family Calendar: Key events, holidays, and activities: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EPKJx_GEzobTOuPKJdWp0nPd-uhiAwfs/view?usp=drive_link
🔗 Breakfast Menu: Daily morning favorites and fresh options: https://drive.google.com/file/d/15c_bTNFJLJT2v80191LNgbHUh2GKt0WS/view?usp=drive_link
🔗 Lunch Menu: Midday meals with variety and fresh picks: https://drive.google.com/file/d/19h00C20dmXNLJXHKrWl5dPbNAdj2JpQj/view?usp=drive_link
📥 Don’t wait—grab them all now!

HAPPENING TOMORROW: City Schools will host its fourth annual Student Film Festival on Saturday, May 2, 2 – 4 p.m. at the Parkway Theatre. Tickets are FREE. Support student filmmakers as they share their work in this annual celebration of visual storytelling. Get tickets and learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2839497.

there’s a reason why.
Today we celebrate Principal Lisa Brown 💙
• She leads with purpose
• She shows up when it matters most
• She makes every student feel seen
This school runs on heart
And she is a big part of it
Drop a 💙 below to show love

Mount Washington families, this is it.
🎉 Taste of Mount Washington
📍 Mount Washington Tavern
🕖 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
If you miss this, you will hear about it all year.
Here is what is waiting for you
• Unlimited food and drinks
• Live music and a packed dance floor
• Surprise appearances from your favorite staff
• A high energy LIVE AUCTION
🎯 Auction items you can win
• Private group parties at Copper Union and Topgolf
• A full family trip to Hawai’i
• A week of summer camp at School of Rock
• UEC Aftercare for next school year
This is not just a party. This funds your child’s experience
• After-school programs
• Field trips
• Enrichment opportunities
Every ticket fuels real opportunities for your student
🎟️ Tickets are going fast
👉 https://mws-pto.betterworld.org/events/taste2026#tickets-form
👉Link to bid on auction items: https://mws-pto.betterworld.org/auctions/2026-taste-mount-washington-copy
Be in the room. Or hear about it later.

Reminder for your planning
• No school for students on Friday, May 1
• Teachers will be engaged in professional development
• School resumes on Monday, May 4
Please plan accordingly for childcare and dismissal routines
Enjoy your weekend and stay safe, Tigers 🐯

Mount Washington families, this is it.
🎉 Taste of Mount Washington
📍 Mount Washington Tavern
🕖 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
If you miss this, you will hear about it all year.
Here is what is waiting for you
• Unlimited food and drinks
• Live music and a packed dance floor
• Surprise appearances from your favorite staff
• A high energy LIVE AUCTION
🎯 Auction items you can win
• Private group parties at Copper Union and Topgolf
• A full family trip to Hawai’i
• A week of summer camp at School of Rock
• UEC Aftercare for next school year
This is not just a party. This funds your child’s experience
• After-school programs
• Field trips
• Enrichment opportunities
Every ticket fuels real opportunities for your student
🎟️ Tickets are going fast
👉 https://mws-pto.betterworld.org/events/taste2026#tickets-form
Be in the room. Or hear about it later.

Mount Washington families, this is it.
🎉 Taste of Mount Washington
📍 Mount Washington Tavern
🕖 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
If you miss this, you will hear about it all year.
Here is what is waiting for you
• Unlimited food and drinks
• Live music and a packed dance floor
• Surprise appearances from your favorite staff
• A high energy LIVE AUCTION
🎯 Auction items you can win
• Private group parties at Copper Union and Topgolf
• A full family trip to Hawai’i
• A week of summer camp at School of Rock
• UEC Aftercare for next school year
This is not just a party. This funds your child’s experience
• After-school programs
• Field trips
• Enrichment opportunities
Every ticket fuels real opportunities for your student
🎟️ Tickets are going fast
👉 https://mws-pto.betterworld.org/events/taste2026#tickets-form
Be in the room. Or hear about it later.

Today’s Afterschool Yoga Club is canceled.
Please plan to have your scholar picked up at regular dismissal time.
Thank you for your flexibility and support.

Our Girls on the Run Afterschool Club crushed their 5K at Druid Hill this past Sunday, April 26! These girls didn’t just finish—they inspired us all.
Big shoutout to Mrs. Satti and Ms. Wade for training our champions. And to our school community—your cheers were the fuel!
We’re proud of these girls for running toward greatness. Next stop: lifelong leadership and wellness!
Drop a 👟 to celebrate their achievement!



