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!



Mount Washington did not come to play. We came to WIN.
This past Saturday, April 25th, our STEM Maryland Science Olympiad Afterschool Club took 1st place at Mervo High School and showed the entire city what Tiger excellence looks like.
And the results back it up.
• Multiple top finishes across events
• Consistent placements in nearly every category
• Strong overall team performance against top schools across Baltimore
This was not luck. This was preparation, focus, and execution.
Shoutout to our scholars.
You showed discipline.
You showed teamwork.
You showed what happens when effort meets opportunity.
Special recognition to Mr. Rest.
Your leadership built this.
Your consistency made this possible.
Mount Washington families, this is what your support creates.
We are proud.
We are celebrating.
We are just getting started.
Drop a 🐯 in the comments to celebrate our champions.










Our Battle of the Books Club just took 3rd place at Morgan State! Out of 40 questions, they only missed 6. That’s mastery.
These students were ready, and they delivered.
Shoutout to Ms. Klinkenberg, Ms. Rauson, and Mrs. Demissie for preparing them for this stage.
On Friday, April 24th, they showed up, they showed out.
This is just the beginning. More success is coming! Drop a 📖 if you’re proud!



Hey MWS Families 💙🐾
Get your child ready for a summer experience that builds real skills and confidence. The Engineer Explorers Camp 2026 is here, and spots will move fast.
🔧 What your child will do
• Design and build real robots
• Learn coding and engineering thinking
• Compete in fun team challenges
• Experience the full engineering process, including a field trip
📅 Camp Dates
June 29 through July 30
⏰ Schedule
Monday through Thursday
8:30 AM to 2:00 PM
📍 Location
Mount Washington School
🎯 Who can join
Current 3rd through 7th grade students
💥 Cost
FREE
🗓 Registration opens April 7
Families must register through the Parent Portal
This is a strong pathway for students interested in robotics teams next school year. Hands-on learning. Real collaboration. Real growth.
📲 Don’t wait. Secure your child’s spot as soon as registration opens.

Due to an emergency, today’s final Math Tutoring Club is canceled. We deeply appreciate every student and family who joined us this year—your strides have been amazing!
Huge thanks to Loyola University Maryland for their commitment and partnership. We can’t wait to continue growing together! 💙📚

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.

