- From the Desk of Dr. S
- Learn about City Schools' social media litigation
- Schedule reminders
- Join the School Budget Conversation
- Visit a School Choice Open House
- Get your student's report card
- Spreading Good News
- Upcoming Events
- Local News
October 29, 2024
What's Inside
From the Desk of Dr. S
City Schools Combat Social Media Harm to Students through Litigation; Parents Can Object to Federal Court Order to Disclose Student Records
City Schools, along with hundreds of other school districts in Maryland and across the nation, filed a pathbreaking lawsuit against Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, SnapChat, and Facebook. City Schools’ lawsuit aims to hold these social media platforms accountable for designing unsafe and addictive platforms that harm student health and well-being. At the request of these companies, the Federal Court ordered City Schools and other school districts to disclose some student records to the lawyers and a limited number of experts in this case. To learn more about the lawsuit and your rights as a parent or guardian to object to the disclosure of your student’s records, please view the Court’s order and other information here: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/social-media-litigation.
Schedule Reminders
Just a friendly reminder:
Schools are closed on Monday, November 4, for Professional Development.
Both schools and district offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 5, for Election Day.
Visit a School Choice Open House
If your student is heading to middle or high school, it’s time to explore School Choice options!
Attend open houses to learn about programs, meet staff, and ask questions. For a list of open houses and Choice Liaisons, visit the School Choice Open House page.
And save the date for the School Choice Fair on Saturday, December 14, at the Baltimore Convention Center!
Get your student's report card
Quarter 1 report cards for traditional schools will be available via Campus Portal starting November 6 through November 8.
To access your student's report card, please sign into Campus Portal.
Join the conversation about your school's budget
Help shape your school’s plans for the school year 2025-26! Share your input on what your school should invest in and what you’d like to see more of.
Please join us at your school's Priority Engagement Sessions with school leaders. Check the engagement session dates for your school on this spreadsheet or contact your school for details.
Join City Schools at the Baltimore City Veterans Day parade
Thirteen Baltimore City Public Schools will join this year’s Baltimore City Veterans Day celebration and parade on Saturday, November 9 at noon, in support of our veterans and future military members. Cheer on students as they participate in the parade, which will start from the Washington Monument and travel down Charles Street to the War Memorial Plaza.
To view a list of schools participating, click HERE.
Tuesday, October 29 - Early Release Day for schools
Monday, November 4 - Staff Professional Development Day; schools closed for students
Tuesday, November 5 - Schools and District Office closed for Election Day
Monday, November 11 - SECAC meeting - 6 p.m.
Tuesday, November 12 - Public Board Meeting - 5:30 p.m.
Free Tutoring Services
The Youth Library Tutorial Group offers free in-person and online tutoring services to all students in kindergarten through grade 12.
Students can get one-on-one tutoring with a Johns Hopkins student on Saturdays at the Waverly and Southeast Anchor branches of the Enoch Pratt Library,and Sundays online. For more information, visit the Youth Library Tutorial Group.
Native American Heritage Month Kick-Off Event
The Baltimore American Indian Center & Heritage Museum invites everyone to the Native American Heritage Month Kick-Off on Saturday, November 2 from 12-3 p.m. at the Baltimore American Indian Center.
For more information, visit the Baltimore American Indian Center.
City Schools 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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