Planning and engagement are underway for the FY27 Budget. Your input plays a critical role in informing budget development and decision-making. Learn how you can share your feedback: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2650491
Due to ongoing storm clean-up, schools will be closed on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Our virtual learning school, BRAVE, will be open. Central Office will open; staff may work remotely. All essential staff must report. For schools, this will be the third of three traditional snow days that are identified in the district calendar as inclement weather recovery days in June. In the event of future inclement weather closures during the 2025-26 school year, City Schools will transition to virtual learning: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/virtual-learning
Due to inclement weather and the closure of Baltimore City Public Schools on Tuesday, January 27, the Board of School Commissioners' Operations Committee Meeting and Policy Committee Meeting scheduled for January 27 have been canceled. Both meetings will be rescheduled. For questions or further information about the Board, please contact the Board Office at 443-642-4095 or email the School Board at schoolboard@bcps.k12.md.us.
Due to ongoing clean-up from yesterday's storm, schools and Central Office will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Our virtual learning program, BRAVE, will be open. All essential staff must report. For schools, this will be the second of three traditional snow days that are identified in the district calendar as inclement weather recovery days in June.
Due to ongoing clean-up from yesterday's storm, schools and Central Office will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Our virtual learning program, BRAVE, will be open. All essential staff must report. For schools, this will be the second of three traditional snow days that are identified in the district calendar as inclement weather recovery days in June.
Due to inclement weather, Baltimore City Public Schools and the Central Office will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. For schools, this is the first day of three traditional winter weather closures that are identified in the District calendar in June as make-up days. Essential personnel must report on Monday.
Due to impending inclement weather, all school weekend activities are cancelled for Saturday, January 24, and Sunday, January 25, 2026. National Academy Foundation's (NAF) In-person Saturday Credit Recovery Program is moving to virtual learning for Saturday, January 24 only. Students, please check your Saturday course Canvas Page: Credit Recovery Saturday School at NAF for your teacher’s Zoom link. You must log in to be marked present. Virtual Saturday Credit Recovery Program students will attend their courses as usual.
The City Schools’ Student Opportunity Bulletin Board is your go-to hub for exciting academic and extracurricular opportunities! From scholarships, competitions and exciting events for students of all ages, this board highlights ways young people can grow, explore, and shine: https://www.instagram.com/baltimorestudentopps
Tomorrow at Family University: Connect with other families, build on the strengths you already have, and learn and practice new ways to partner with your student's school. Learn more about how you can get involved: https://sites.google.com/bcps.k12.md.us/familyuniversityworkshops/find-and-register-for-your-workshop
Happy New Year! Welcome to 2026 and the start of the second half of our school year. We know that families are our students' first and lifelong teachers. When families and school staff work as a team, students thrive. Here are some ways families can support student success: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2631501
Nominations for the 2026 Heart of the School Awards are open through Saturday, January 31. Anyone can nominate a principal – students, teachers, parents, community members. Let's celebrate our amazing school leaders!—https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2620844
Nominations for the 2026 Heart of the School Awards are open through Saturday, January 31. Anyone can nominate a principal – students, teachers, parents, community members. Let's celebrate our amazing school leaders!—https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2620844
You have what it takes to advocate for your student! Join Family University for January Communication workshops by families, for families. Connect with other families, build on the strengths you already have, and learn and practice new ways to partner with your student's school. Register today: https://sites.google.com/bcps.k12.md.us/familyuniversityworkshops/find-and-register-for-your-workshop
The pre-K and kindergarten enrollment application window runs February 16 – April 17, with notifications sent May 18–22.
Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/pre-k-and-kindergarten-registration
Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/pre-k-and-kindergarten-registration
Cheers to fresh beginnings! Wishing our entire school community a healthy, happy, and successful 2026 filled with learning and laughter
It is important that all stakeholders have the opportunity to provide input into the development of their school's budget. Please join the school community in sharing your thoughts on priorities for the 26-27 school year by completing this short form.
Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-kfl3HBVAgIJpDD3KFIi-zpDnzrvLTNVahh4KdEko67iMDA/viewform
Survey Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-kfl3HBVAgIJpDD3KFIi-zpDnzrvLTNVahh4KdEko67iMDA/viewform
Baltimore City Public Schools will open on a two-hour delay today, December 15, 2025, due to transportation concerns caused by recent weather.
As winter weather approaches, ensure you’re getting the correct information. The only reliable details about delays, closures, or emergencies come from City Schools’ verified sources such as our website, official social media, and direct robocall system. IInformaton from other sources can be incorrect, so always check City Schools channels first. More information: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/inclement-weather
🍪💜 OHANA COOKIE BAKE IS BACK! 💜🍪
Tuesday, December 16th • 3:00–5:00 PM
Violetville Elementary/Middle School
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and sprinkle some holiday magic — our Ohana Cookie Bake is returning, and we are so excited to bring our Violetville families together again!
This warm, hands-on family event brings our Ohana together to celebrate connection, creativity, and community (with a whole lot of sugar on top).
⭐ What to Expect:
🍪 Cookie decorating stations
🎨 Holiday Arts & Crafts
🎶 Festive music & photo moments
👨👩👧 Family fun in the spirit of Ohana = Nobody gets left behind
✨ Bring your smiles, your creativity, and your holiday cheer — we’ll provide the rest! Students must be accompanied by their parent or guardian.
Tuesday, December 16th • 3:00–5:00 PM
Violetville Elementary/Middle School
Get ready to roll up your sleeves and sprinkle some holiday magic — our Ohana Cookie Bake is returning, and we are so excited to bring our Violetville families together again!
This warm, hands-on family event brings our Ohana together to celebrate connection, creativity, and community (with a whole lot of sugar on top).
⭐ What to Expect:
🍪 Cookie decorating stations
🎨 Holiday Arts & Crafts
🎶 Festive music & photo moments
👨👩👧 Family fun in the spirit of Ohana = Nobody gets left behind
✨ Bring your smiles, your creativity, and your holiday cheer — we’ll provide the rest! Students must be accompanied by their parent or guardian.
Every day, City Schools' students show up ready to learn, dream, and grow. This Giving Tuesday, we’re inviting you to stand beside them and fuel the future. Learn more about the ways you can give, both monetarily and through gifts of time: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2575178