City Schools invites students, families, staff, and community members to help find the next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) by providing input at CEO Search Community Forums, including six community forums hosted by the Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners, and the CEO Search Kickoff and Q&A Session (a telephone town hall) hosted by the Mayor's Office.

Your voice will build the future for City Schools students. You may also provide input via a survey:

• CEO Search Community Survey

• CEO Search Student Survey

Join us on Wednesday, October 15, from 5 - 8 p.m. for hands-on math activities, skating, and fun. City Schools staff will also be there with school readiness resources and information. Register for Back-to-School Skate and Math Night.

Annual Student Verification is our process for counting students to help schools receive the resources students deserve. Even if there are no changes, families must log into Campus Portal to update or confirm student and contact information.

Family University is back! The "Addressing Mental Health" workshop will be Thursday, September 25, from 8:30 - 10 a.m. at Mary Ann Winterling Elementary School (library). Breakfast will be served.

This workshop is created by families, for families. It’s a chance to connect with other families and learn from shared experiences. Registration is required, and space is limited.

On Saturday, September 20, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., meet farm animals, see what's growing, and explore the woods, fields and stream during FREE Farm Family Hours. Optional registration helps with planning.

Whether it’s an individual, sibling, or a group photo with friends, share your excitement about the new school year! Upload your photos on our Back-to-School Wall, and use the hashtag #CitySchoolsBackToSchool on social media to be featured.

City Schools is hosting free student immunization clinics at Central Office on Fridays through Friday, September 19.

Find a convenient link to MTA updates on our transportation, students, and inclement weather webpages.

This school year, students may bring devices to school, but they must be powered off, away, and secured during the school day. Get to know the Cell Phone and Electronic Device Policy

Visit our back-to-school page to complete Annual Student Verification, read our handbooks, find immunizations, and meet all requirements for a successful school year.

The 2025–26 one-page calendar for City Schools includes key dates: the first and last days of school, observance days, early release days, breaks, and more.

Jevons Liu was named a finalist for Maryland Teacher of the Year. The City Schools' 2025 Teacher of the Year, Mr. Liu is a National Board Certified special education and mathematics Model Teacher at the Academy for College and Career Exploration.

James Baker, Advanced Placement United States history teacher at Baltimore Polytechnic Institute, was selected as the 2025 Maryland History Teacher of the Year by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History.

Erin Nutsugah, health and creative writing teacher at Baltimore Design School, was named the 2025 SHAPE (Society of Health and Physical Educators) Health Teacher of the Year. Ms. Nutsugah was recognized for her role in promoting health and innovative teaching while inspiring students to lead healthy, productive lives.

James Thurman brings 18 years of experience in teaching and school leadership across Chicago and Baltimore, with roles ranging from literacy coordinator to resident principal and now principal focused on whole-child development and restorative practices. Holding degrees in English literature, secondary education and educational leadership, he is guided by W.E.B. Du Bois’ words, “Education is the development of power and ideals,” which shape his student-centered approach. Learn more about Mr. Thurman.

High school juniors and seniors are invited to apply by 5 p.m. on Friday, September 12, for the Maryland State Department of Education Student Advisory Council. Student Advisory Council members share their perspectives on education policy with the State Superintendent of Schools.

Parents and caregivers are invited to apply by 5 p.m. on Friday, September 12, for the Maryland State Department of Education Family Advisory Council. Family Advisory Council members share their perspectives on education policy with the State Superintendent of Schools.

Baltimore City Recreation and Parks and REAL digitizED present IRL: Gamer Get Together - Part 2 for youth and families on Saturday, September 13, from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. at Medfield Recreation Center. Free: gaming, board and card games, food, and entertainment to promote digital inclusion, STEAM engagement, and youth empowerment.

Baltimore CONNECT and Young Successful Leaders Inc. will host a Community Fall Resource Fair on Saturday, September 20, from 12 - 4 p.m. at ABC/Catherine Street Park. The fair will offer free food, haircuts, face painting, health screenings, wellness coaching, and job opportunities.

Use the online form by Monday, September 22 at 12 noon, to nominate members of Baltimore's Hispanic and Latino communities who have made outstanding contributions toward improving the well-being of their communities. The selection committee will review all nominations, and sponsors and winners will be notified by Wednesday, October 1.

Students in grades K-5 are invited to join Roland Park Baseball Leagues baseball skills clinics at Medfield Heights Elementary School on Saturday, September 27, and Saturday, October 4, from 9:30 - 11 a.m. Registration is required and limited to the first 40 students.