Cheer on Mervo and Dunbar at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium as they advance to the Football State Championship today, Thursday, December 5, and Friday, December 6, 2024. Tickets are only available online here: https://www.mpssaa.org/state-championships/football/mpssaa-football-state-championships-central/
July 2, 2024
Dear Mervo community,
We are writing today to share an update about a situation involving an adult at our school.
On Monday, Baltimore County Police announced the arrest of a teacher charged with rape and sexual assault. Based on published reports, the arrest is related to a case involving a minor in Baltimore County. The teacher is in police custody as of yesterday.
I can assure you that our Mervo team and City Schools take this matter seriously. City Schools’ Human Capital Office is aware of the arrest and will take appropriate action.
We urge anyone with concerns or information to do the following:
• Call the police.
• Contact me or the school leadership via phone, email, or a visit to the school.
• You may report allegations of student harassment or misconduct with City Schools anonymously using the online bullying/harassment/discrimination reporting form. Visit baltimorecityschools.org/page/addressing-bullying-harassment-and-sex-based-discrimination.
• You may report allegations of student harassment by a staff member via the system’s Fraud Hotline by calling 1-800-679-0185 or via our online form at https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/media/en/gui/81797/index.html
In addition, you can learn more about City Schools’ response to sexual misconduct – including community-based resources – at baltimorecityschools.org/page/addressing-bullying-harassment-and-sex-based-discrimination.
The safety of all students and staff is vital to ensuring Mervo remains a great learning environment. We will provide additional information as appropriate. As always, we urge anyone with information about misconduct to contact the school office at 410-396-6496. Thank you.
Sincerely,
Jermaine Skinner
Principal
Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School
Dear Mergenthaler High School family,
It is both an honor and a pleasure to address you as the new Principal of Mervo High School. As we embark on this new chapter together, I want to take a moment to express my excitement for the opportunities that lie ahead.
We find ourselves in a time of immense change and challenge in the field of education. However, it is within these moments that we have the greatest potential to engage learners, the community, and each other. Together, we will continue to set the standard for excellence, innovation, and real-world application in vocational education at Mervo High School.
I am humbled and grateful for the chance to be a part of the Mervo High School educational family. With over 20 years of experience as an educator in Baltimore City, I have had the privilege of working with high school students and witnessing their growth and potential firsthand. From my beginnings as a middle school Language Arts teacher to my tenure as an English teacher at Mervo, I have always been passionate about instilling a love for learning and literacy in my students.
For the past decade, I have served as an administrator, focusing on providing teachers with the necessary tools and resources to expand educational opportunities in a safe learning environment. As the instructional leader of Mervo High School, I am wholeheartedly committed to sharing my passion for helping students realize their full potential through rigorous instruction and a supportive school community.
I firmly believe that a team approach is crucial in building and maintaining a safe learning environment that cultivates critical thinkers and change agents. In the coming weeks, I am eager to meet with each of you to discuss your expectations and aspirations for Mervo High School. Together, we will work towards redefining and reimagining what excellence is at Mervo.
Thank you for your support and collaboration as we embark on this exciting journey together!
Best Regards,
Jermaine Skinner, Principal
CTE awards ceremony for the 9th grade academy takes place on Tuesday 6/4/24. Everyone attending will need a ticket. Students will report to school no later than 9:00 am.
71st Commencement Exercises of Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School
Saturday, June 8, 2024
11:15 a.m. - 12:15 a.m.
Physical Education Complex at Coppin State University
WHAT: MANDATORY GRADUATION REHEARSALS
WHEN: June 5 & 6, 2024
TIME: 1 pm-3 pm
WHERE: Mervo in the Auditorium
Mervo on Display on June 6, 2024
Join the 10th-grade field day tomorrow (Friday - 4/26)! Gray Shirts, grab your tickets and wristbands for $10 cash before 9:15 AM from Ms. Holder. Food trucks available for snacks. No $20 tickets, which include food, are left. Last chance to join the fun! 🎉
Hello class of 2025 parents and guardians. Students in the junior class will be taking the SAT this Wednesday, April 24th. Students who are testing should report to school at the regular time with their laptops fully charged. Testing will begin at 8:15 a.m. Students can check their testing room assignments on the posters in the D wing or outside of the cafeteria. Students who have purchased junior prom tickets will be able to pick them up in the auditorium after testing. If you have any questions please reach out to the Junior administrative team.
Hello,
If you are receiving this message, you/your student, are a member of the attendance club because they have less than 18 absences for the school year (4/17). As a result they will automatically enter into attendance related raffles and events. Please continue to prioritize attendance for the 4th quarter!
📚 Don't miss out! Join our Attendance Club! Students with with less than 18 absences, excused or unexcused, qualify. Rewards every 2 weeks, including free Sorbet tomorrow after the half-day! Get a blue raffle ticket for the Sorbet. List will be posted in the school. 🍨 #AttendanceMatters #Dontmissaday
City Schools wants your feedback! Please share your school experience by taking the family survey. School and District leaders will use your input to plan for the next school year. This confidential survey is available now: bit.ly/CitySchoolsFamilySurvey
Greeting Guardians of the Class of 2024,
We will be having a virtual parent informational meeting tomorrow February 27, 2024 at 5 pm. We will be discussing expectations, class activities, college and post secondary information. Please log on at the link below:
Senior Parent Informational
Hello,
This is a reminder that our February Perfect Attendance challenge begins tomorrow. Students with perfect attendance for the month earn wireless headphones. Students must be present in their classes for the month to qualify. See Dr. Dignan with any questions.
Hello Mervo Community,
To ensure students get off to a strong start for semester two, Mervo is giving away wireless headphones to students who earn it.
Students that have perfect attendance for the month of February will be given a pair of wireless headphones and a charging case. Please see the attached photo.
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The next public board meeting is Tuesday, January 23 at 5 p.m.
For more information on how to join and agendas visit: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/board-meetings Board meetings stream live via City Schools TV - https://youtube.com/cityschoolstv
Greetings Mervo Community,
Schools will be closed on Friday, January 19. Virtual Learning Programs will open on time. The district office will open on time, and district office staff will work virtually. All weekend activities are canceled.
Have a safe and warm weekend.
Good Morning Mervo Families, Please come out to the Mervo Grade Level Parent meeting being held today from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. You will receive updates from your grade level team and be able to gather information about extended learning opportunities and mentoring programs. See you there!
