Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle School

March 11th @ 5:30!
Join us now for our next Wildcat Parent Committee Meeting. You can join online or in person.
Zoom Link- https://bcps-k12-md-us.zoom.us/j/86180835114

Zoom Meeting ID: 861 8083 5114

Families are invited to join the Gifted and Advanced Learning team for Get to Know Gifted Nights. These sessions share how schools and families can work together to support gifted and advanced learners. Each event runs from 5–7 p.m. View the dates and times here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/events?start_date=2026-02-01&end_date=2026-02-28&id=51325275

Dear Wildcat Parents and Guardians,

Today, we were made aware of a suspicious individual reported to be carrying a weapon on our school’s campus. Out of an abundance of caution, school staff immediately contacted Baltimore City School Police and placed the school on lockdown.

Baltimore City School Police responded promptly and worked with school administration to clear the campus and surrounding area. Once officers confirmed that the school was secure, the lockdown was lifted.

Police remained in the neighborhood for a period of time to ensure continued safety as our school returned to normal operations.
At Walter P. Carter Elementary/Middle School, the safety and well-being of our students and staff is our highest priority. We remain committed to maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for all members of our school community. All afterschool clubs and activities will continue as scheduled today.

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me directly at 410-396-6271 or jneldridge@bcps.k12.md.us.
Thank you for your continued support of our Wildcat community.

Come on down to WPC for the monthly food pantry while supplies last! We've got frozen chicken breasts, eggs and more! The pantry will go until 4 or while supplies last!

Sign up for a Parent Teacher Conference for next Friday March 6th between 1:30-3:30. Use this sign up genius to pick a time slot. These are in person, but if you'd like a phone call, please reach out to the teacher!


https://bit.ly/WPCQ3Conferences

Sign up now for our next Family Night on March 17th from 5:30-7. Please register so we can ensure we have all the materials we need! Thanks Ms. Cottrell for leading us in a night of paint fun. https://bit.ly/WPCFEN2526

Food Pantry is rescheduled due to the snow - it is now this Friday, February 27th!

Please see the schedule for tomorrow's virtual day.

As we prepare for a day of virtual learning, families can join this link tomorrow to get live support! The link will be available from 9am to 2pm.

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/uag-nxhs-jyy

Black History Month is a time to honor the significant contributions of African Americans who have shaped our history. We are proud that many of our schools are named for trailblazers whose achievements in education, civil rights, the arts, and other fields continue to inspire future generations. Each school stands as a testament to the work, sacrifice, and resilience of these remarkable visionaries. Discover the innovative leaders and changemakers our schools are named after: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2009090

200+ families strong and growing! Family University is building a community of empowered families—and we want YOU to be part of it. Attend 4 workshops and receive your invitation to our May graduation celebration! 🎓 Last chances this month: February 17 and 24 at 5:30 p.m.—Leadership and Advocacy Workshop. Register today: https://sites.google.com/bcps.k12.md.us/familyuniversityworkshops/find-and-register-for-your-workshop

City Schools celebrates Black History Month! This month recognizes and celebrates the achievements, contributions, and history of African Americans throughout history. Learn more about this month on our website: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2675958

Join us for Black Wall Street next Tuesday at 5:30! Bring a few dollars to shop our Black owned businesses that will be featured! Register here!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfSdZ3_KYODwK8C9lDfei473F_fCM94p6ACDrLfXGofpsZrcA/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=109475849682241049147

Congratulations to our newest round of student Icon Award winners, selected for demonstrating a Portrait of a Graduate competency:

Pamela Green, Creative City Public Charter School – Being a responsible and global citizen

Keren Carbajal-Sanchez, Armistead Gardens Elementary/Middle School – Being confident

Osagyefo Karikari, Hazelwood Elementary/Middle School – Being adaptable and flexible

Thank you to our schools for their thoughtful nominations. Stay tuned as we celebrate more Icons all school year!: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/icon-awards

Slight change to the Family Engagement Night Calendar due to the weather postponing Cooking Night! Cooking Night will be combined with Health and Wellness Night in May and will still be done virtually from home! Our skate night is being pushed to June tentatively!