Overview
It’s back-to-school time!
New publications to stay current
Stay connected with these updates
Dentist visits at schools
Get your immunizations
Upcoming Events
Spreading Good News
In the City
August 22, 2023
📸 James McHenry Elementary/Middle School
📸 Federal Hill Preparatory Academy
It's Back-to-School time!
We can't wait to welcome students back into classrooms for the 2023-24 school year!
Here's what you need to know:
The first day of school (for most schools) is Monday, August 28. Check out the calendar for details.
Sign in to (or sign up for) Campus Portal and complete your Annual Student Verification to update your contact info and fill out forms. This means no more paper forms!
Visit our Back to School webpage for all this and more!
New publications to stay current
For the 2023-24 school year, we've revised the Family Guide, Code of Conduct, and introduced a new publication on students' rights and responsibilities. Access all three documents on the Back-to-School page.
Stay connected with these updates
There are lots of ways for you to stay connected and informed.
NEW! Download the new City Schools app from the Apple or Google Play stores to get notifications, have the calendar at your fingertips, see menus, and more. The app allows you to subscribe to your student's school too. Right now, there are only a handful of schools. We'll be adding all of them over the next few months.
Follow us on social media. We're on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Threads. New for this year, we have Spanish pages on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram!
Join the new Facebook group where partners will share free and low-cost resources for families.
Make sure your phone number and email address are updated by completing the Annual Student Verification process.
📸 Matthew A. Henson Elementary School
Dentist visits at schools
City Schools partners with Smile Maryland to offer in-school dental care for students. Go to www.myschooldentist.com to sign up your child today. All insurance is accepted, including Medicaid and Maryland Healthy Smiles. A low-cost self-pay option is available for those without insurance.
Get your immunizations
As we are preparing to welcome students back in our buildings, we are urging all families to please make sure that your students immunizations are up to date and that your school has a copy of the immunization records. If your child needs immunizations, please contact your personal physician or health care provider.
City Schools is having FREE Immunization clinics all next week at our district office (200 E. North Avenue). No insurance or appointment is required. Come to the first floor Board Room for registration. Below are the days and times for the FREE Immunization Clinics:
Monday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Friday 10 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 22 - Public Board Meeting - 5 p.m.
Saturday, August 26 - Summer Graduation ceremonies
Monday, August 28 - First day of school for most schools
Summer Credit Recovery is Catching Students from Falling Behind
“It can be a life-changing opportunity”
This summer, students from MERVO gained transformational experience interning with BGE. Learn about the process and its impact in this Progress Report story.
National Aquarium Fellowship
The National Aquarium is looking for students (in grades ten to twelve) interested in urban conservation and environmental justice to join the Henry Hall Fellowship. Students can receive a stipend of up to $2,000 while participating in the fellowship.
To learn more about the program, visit The National Aquarium.
Rec & Parks Programming
As you make your back-to-school plans, keep Rec & Parks in mind for additional programs for your students. Here are some important dates to remember:
🗓️Now Open: After-school registration
🗓️Aug. 21: Fall program registration
🗓️Sept. 5 - Nov 22: Fall program period
🗓️Nov. 14: Winter-break camp registration
🗓️Dec. 26-29: Winter-break camp period
Maryland Medicaid renewal
Medicaid recipients: Please note that Maryland Medicaid renewal is not automatic this year. Please make sure that your contact information is up to date so you can receive notices for your health insurance.
For more information, visit Maryland Health Connection or call 855-642-8572.
Helpful Numbers
Main: 443-984-2000
Enrollment: 410-396-8600
Transportation: 410-396-7440
Complaints/ Concerns: 410-545-1870
Special Education Parent Response Unit: 443-984-1561
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