July 2, 2020 For Immediate Release
Baltimore City Public Schools has launched Closing the Distance: Preparing for the Reopening of City Schools to develop a systematic proposal to providing a high-quality, safe approach to operating schools and offices for the upcoming 2020-2021 school year. The backbone of the endeavor will be input from stakeholders throughout Baltimore City.
Student, families, employees, and members of the community are encouraged to lend a hand and help City Schools plan by participating in a variety of ways now through the end of July. Visit www.baltimorecityschools.org/reopening for links to surveys and information on upcoming focus groups, town halls, and quick polls. The webpage will be updated frequently, so stakeholders are encouraged to return regularly for the latest information.
“As we plan for the reopening of school, it is essential that every member of the City Schools family – our students, families, employees and communities – be given the opportunity to express their thoughts and contribute to this important conversation,” stated CEO Dr. Sonja Santelises. “I encourage everyone to participate throughout this process, to ensure that their voices are heard as we consider the best options for providing our young people with a high-quality education in the coming year.”
Community and stakeholder questions may emailed to reopening@bcps.k12.md.us.