It's almost time to rock and enroll in pre-K and kindergarten! Enrollment opens Monday, March 3, 2025. Learn more: www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/pre-k-and-kindergarten-registration
City Schools' students are making remarkable progress. Since 2022, we have seen the second-largest growth in reading nationwide among large urban districts. We are also one of just five districts performing better than before the pandemic. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2030654
Did You Know: City Schools students increased grade-level ELA proficiency in five of seven literacy assessments during the 2023-24 school year? Read more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/1950535
Join the Baltimore City Public School Board of Commissioners at an offsite public Board meeting tomorrow, Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at Digital Harbor High School. This is your chance to listen to and learn about various topics, such as curriculum updates, budget allocations, staff advancement, and more. Find out how you can leave public comments here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/o/bcps/page/public-comment-board-meetings
Kindergarten readiness in Baltimore City Public Schools reaches a nine-year high! Read more here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2023985
Today is the last day to provide input on the 2025-2026 School Year calendar. Click the link to let us know your thoughts and priorities: https://forms.gle/XhkrcvSGfSV4gfuM6
City Schools' students have some of the highest academic improvement in the country, according to The Nation's Report Card. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2030654
Calling all 4th-grade students: Step into the shoes of local leaders and explain how you would address our community’s challenges. The Maryland Municipal League (MML) and the Maryland Mayors Association are seeking submissions for its annual “If I were Mayor. . .I Would” essay contest. The due date is March 7, 2025. If you have any questions, please ask your ELA teacher. Click here to learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/1949444
Help City Schools design the calendar for our next school year. Let us know your suggestions by filling out this quick survey: https://forms.gle/XhkrcvSGfSV4gfuM6
Dr. Bernard Harris, a distinguished Baltimore physician and Frederick Douglass High School graduate, dedicated his life to improving health and education in his community. As a health examiner for Baltimore City Public Schools and as a school board member, he advocated for student well-being and better educational opportunities. Read more about our schools named after pioneering figures in African American History here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2009090
Do you have suggestions on how we can better our school year calendar? Please take a few moments to let us know your thoughts and priorities. Your feedback will help us design the calendar for next year effectively. Click the link below to make your voice heard!: https://forms.gle/XhkrcvSGfSV4gfuM6
Did You Know: Since the 2015-16 school year, ELA growth has been more pronounced; City Schools literacy proficiency has grown by 13.6 percentage points, outpacing the state. Read more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/1950535
Today is the last day to nominate an exceptional teacher who inspires excellence and community in the classroom. Click here to nominate your extraordinary teacher for 2025 Teacher Of The Year: https://survey.k12insight.com/survey/form?k=SsUVRYsWRWSsPsPsP&lang=0
During Maryland's Gifted and Talented Education Month, we proudly celebrate our schools that earned the prestigious Excellence in Gifted and Talented Education (EGATE). Check out this year's updates to our EGATE list here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2025959
The Maryland Municipal League (MML) and the Maryland Mayors Association are still seeking submissions for their annual “If I were Mayor. . .I Would” essay contest until March 7th. All 4th-grade students are called to step into the shoes of local leaders and explain how you would address our community’s challenges. Learn more here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/1949444
YouthWorks 2025 applications are still open! The summer will be here before we know it, so don't forget to start preparing for summer jobs. The deadline to apply is April 4, 2025. For more information, including important dates, worksites, and more, visit the YouthWorks website: https://youthworks.oedworks.com/
Watch the newest video on City Schools TV YouTube to learn how our facilities crews safely clear parking lots and walkways: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEJ4r82jBy4
City Schools' students have some of the highest academic improvement in the country on the national scorecard. Read more here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2030654
Happy Valentine's Day from City Schools! Did you know Billie Holiday Elementary School is named in honor of the "My Funny Valentine" performer, legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday? Born in Baltimore in 1915, Holiday was renowned for her distinctive voice and emotive performances. She became one of the most influential jazz vocalists ever, leaving a lasting impact on American music. The school’s name is a tribute to her legacy, inspiring students with her story of resilience, creativity, and cultural significance. Read more about our schools named after pioneering figures in African American History here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/2009090
City Schools students in grades 6 and 7 outperformed students across Maryland in English Language Arts (ELA or Literacy), according to the latest Student Growth Percentiles (SGP) data released by the state. Read more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/1950535
