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August 28, 2024

What's Inside

  • Welcome back to school!

  • Complete your Annual Student Verification

  • Get your immunizations

  • Download the City Schools app

  • Share your Back-to-School pictures!

  • Dentist visits at schools

  • Breakfast and lunch menus

  • MCAP data update

  • Read our updated publications

  • Good News

  • Upcoming Events

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📸 Glenmount Elementary/Middle School

Welcome back to school!

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Complete your Annual Student Verification

City Schools families, it's time to complete the Annual Student Verification process in Campus Portal. All student information must be updated or verified, even if there are no changes. If you don't have a Campus Portal account, learn more at: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/campus-portal

This mandatory process ensures accurate student information, including name, address, and guardian contacts, enabling City Schools to reach you in emergencies, provide updates, and share important documents like the Family Guide, Code of Conduct, and report cards.

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Get your immunizations

The Baltimore City Health Department is hosting an immunization clinic to help families prepare for the 2024-25 school year. Families are urged to call 410-396-4454 to schedule an appointment.

Druid Health Clinic | 1515 W. North Ave.

  • Friday, Aug. 30, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Download the City Schools Mobile App

Download the City Schools app from the Apple or Google Play stores to stay connected. With the app, you can receive notifications, get the school calendar, check lunch menus, and more. Subscribe to your student's school to get updates on school events, staff info, and other important information!

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Share your Back-to-School pictures!

City Schools is thrilled to see our students and families back for the 2024-25 school year! Share your first day of school pictures using #CitySchoolsFirstDay on social media, or visit https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/back-to-school-pics to post your photo. Let’s celebrate the start of a great school year together!

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📸 Clay Hill Public Charter School

Dentist visits at schools

City Schools has partnered with Smile Maryland to provide in-school dental care for students. Visit www.myschooldentist.com to sign up for your student today. All insurance plans are accepted, including Medicaid and Maryland Healthy Smiles. A low-cost self-pay option is also available for families without insurance.

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Read our updated publications

Please take a moment to review our handbooks, like the Family Guide, Student Rights & Responsibilities, and the Code of Conduct. Knowing these guidelines helps us all work together to create a positive and welcoming learning environment for every student. You can find all the handbooks on our Back-to-School webpage.

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Breakfast and lunch menus

City Schools provides healthy breakfast and lunch options to all students for free. To view what's being served at your student's school, visit the City Schools Meals page.

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MCAP data update

City Schools continued a three-year trajectory of improvement on the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) during the 2023-24 school year, outpacing statewide growth in English Language Arts and math. 

"...These results reflect the hard work and unified focus of our students, staff, and families. We will keep pushing for more." said Dr. Sonja Santelises, chief executive officer. To read more about the MCAP data, visit City Schools' website.

Good news

We are so elated to see students and staff back in school for the 2024-25 school year! Here are a few pictures captured on the first day of school and from Mayor Scott's Back-to-School Kick-Off event!

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Upcoming Events
  • Wednesday, August 28 - Special Board Meeting - 4-4:15 p.m.

  • Wednesday, August 28 - Policy Committee meeting - 4:15 p.m.

  • Monday, September 2 - Labor Day - Schools and offices closed

  • Monday, September 9 - SECAC meeting - 6 p.m.

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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