- Across the district, schools have been celebrating Black History Month and learning about important historical events and figures. Learning opportunities included special performances like the one held at Roland Park Elementary/Middle School. Some schools decorated doorways with educational displays featuring key moments in history like these at Govans Elementary. Students at other schools have been researching key figures from Black History and dressing up as them, creating presentations, or doing living history museums where they answer questions as the historical figure they selected. Some schools hosted Spirit Days, which build a sense of excitement and community like Fredrick Elementary’s Black Out Day or Collington Square’s HBCU Day. Other schools had special assemblies like this one at Empowerment Academy. Kudos to everyone for learning and celebrating Black history this past month!
- CIAA is holding its annual tournament in Baltimore and, in addition to the games, the visiting colleges have been visiting schools across the district to get students excited about attending college. CIAA is one of America's oldest athletic conferences and it consists entirely of HBCUs. Students at Southwest Baltimore Charter School received a visit by Lincoln University’s Student Government Association, and they helped eighth-grade students who were working on presentations. Multiple marching bands performed for students (Virginia State University visited students at Harford Heights, Johnson C. Smith University visited Mervo, and Bowie State University headed to Green Street Academy). Students from multiple schools, including Harlem Park Elementary/Middle School, were able to attend matches. CIAA, in partnership with Samaritan's Feet, also handed out over 300 pairs of shoes to students at Furley Elementary School. The event was sponsored by WBAL and 98 Rock. The Office of Health & Specialized Student Services, Homeless Services organized a night of fun at the CIAA for City School students and families who have experienced homelessness.
- Students at schools across the district have been researching and presenting their National History Day projects. Winning presentations are heading to the Baltimore City competition on March 9. See some of the projects from James McHenry Elementary/Middle School, City Springs Elementary/Middle School, Thomas Johnson Elementary/Middle School, Armistead Gardens Elementary/Middle School, Baltimore International Academy, and Mt. Royal Elementary/Middle School.
- Matthew A. Henson Elementary School hosted a silent dance party to celebrate students with great attendance.
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