Monday, April 13, 2026

Celebrating our assistant principals

Showing appreciation for their dedication to students, teachers, and families

National Assistant Principals Week, April 6-10, took place during spring break. To honor these hardworking school administrators, the BCPS blog presents brief Q&As with five Team BCPS assistant principals. Their outstanding dedication to our students, teachers, and families reflects that of their peers across the county.

Amy Daniller

White Oak School

Jeff Groleau

Nottingham Middle School

Danyelle Maddox

Randallstown High School

Elizabeth Perlak

Grange Elementary School

Kathleen Smith

Pinewood Elementary School

The graduating senior profile series begins on April 13 for the Class of 2026

To honor the Class of 2026, BCPS is profiling one senior from each high school. A new profile will be highlighted on the website and social media each school day from Monday, April 13, until Friday, May 22, the last day for seniors. These profiles  highlight the strengths of our seniors and their diversity. Please follow along and share your support on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter) as they are posted each day.

Featured this week will be Kayla McMurray, Milford Mill Academy; Daniel Broadwater, Online Learning Program; Edgardo Ramos-Euceda, Perry Hall High School; Jasmine Rettig, Chesapeake High School; and Zenibel Gomez, Overlea High School 

around the county

Angel C. Reese Foundation and Our Kids Read host Women's History Month panel and book giveaway at Scotts Branch Elementary School

The Angel C. Reese Foundation, in partnership with Our Kids Read, hosted a Women's History Month assembly on March 27 for Scotts Branch Elementary School students in Grades 3-5. A panel of accomplished women shared their personal journeys, discussing how they discovered their passions, the career paths they took, and the challenges and opportunities they encountered along the way. Students asked questions and learned about a wide range of career possibilities. Each participating student received two free books to inspire a continued love of reading and learning. More photos from the event can be found on Flickr.

High school students participate in Career in the Arts Day

Arts for Learning Maryland invited BCPS high school students to its annual Career in the Arts Day on March 26 at the Sollers Point Multipurpose Center. Students explored creative career options, heard from professional artists from multiple disciplines, spoke with college representatives, and participated in hands-on workshops.

Photos capture concluding events for Youth Art Month

New photo galleries on Flickr offer additional photos of the BCPS/Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Side by Side Concert on March 27 and of the March 28 closing reception for the "Art is for Everyone" exhibition at the Baltimore Museum Art.

'Tis the season for PreKindergarten and Kindergarten registration

It is time to register children for PreKindergarten and Kindergarten ahead of the 2026-2027 school year.

Parents/guardians who wish to register their child for enrollment in a PreKindergarten 3 or PreKindergarten 4 class should contact their home school. 

Kindergarten is required for all students living in Maryland. Parents/guardians should contact their neighborhood elementary school to register their child for Kindergarten.

Families may also call the Department of Early Childhood Programs at 443-809-4313 for more information.

recent honors

Ceremony honors new, renewed Board Certified teachers

A ceremony was held at New Town High School on March 26 to recognize 122 BCPS teachers who achieved National Board Certification in December 2025, and five BCPS teachers who renewed their certification. More information can be found in a BCPS news release, and more photos from the event can be found on Flickr.

Eastern Tech students elected president and treasurer of Maryland Association of Student Councils

During the recent Maryland Association of Student Councils (MASC) General Assembly meeting, two Eastern Technical High School students were elected to the 2026-2027 officer team. Goodness Alafe will serve as MASC president, and Emily Pahilanga will serve as MASC treasurer.

Goodness Alafe

Emily Pahilanga

April episode of "The CTE Show" now available for viewing

The April episode of "The CTE Show" explores various Career and Technical Education programs in BCPS. Segments include a visit to the Career in the Arts Day event; an interview with Tujuana G. Hinton, a CTE teacher at Woodlawn High School who worked as a mechanical engineer on radar systems; a story about Grade 7 students at Nottingham Middle School creating adaptive writing devices for a schoolmate; and more.

Registration still open for BCPS dance and music enrichment programs

Families encouraged to register promptly

Registration is still open for BCPS dance and music camps. Enrollment priority will be given to current BCPS students and children of BCPS staff. All camps will cost $185 per student, which includes a camp T-shirt or tote bag and bus transportation (if needed). Fee waivers are available for students who do not have permanent or adequate housing. Financial assistance and payment plans can be requested. Translated camp information is available on the summer camp websites.

for parents/caregivers

from BCPS Parent University

Register now for workshops in April

Parent University Lunch & Learn Workshop: “You’ve Found a Job – Now What?”

Friday, April 17, at 12:30 p.m.

This virtual workshop, presented by Joe Harber of the Center for Family Success, will explore ways to make starting a new job less stressful; basic labor laws designed to protect all employees; and more about the “gig economy,” including some benefits and challenges of being your own boss. Registration required. 

“Create with Kindness: Learn, Share, and Build Safer Online Spaces” workshop

Tuesday, April 21, from 5:30-8 p.m.

Eastern Technical High School, 1100 Mace Ave., Essex 21221

The Eastern Tech PTSA invites high school families from around the county to participate in a workshop and discussion about online safety. The free event includes dinner and a drawing for door prizes. Registration required. This event is presented by the Eastern Tech PTSA with support from TikTok and in collaboration with National PTA. 

for your viewing pleasure

"Storm in a Teacup" by Simmie K., Grade 10, Loch Raven High School. This artwork was exhibited at the Baltimore Museum of Art as part of the annual BCPS Art is for Everyone! exhibition, March 25-29.

mission moment

from The Education Foundation of BCPS

Announcing The Exchangerees' fourth quarter shopping dates

Did you know? BCPS educators can shop free of charge for school supplies, classroom resources, books, hygiene items, social-emotional support tools, and much, much more once each month at The Education Foundation of BCPS’s two educator resource centers – the Exchangerees. Educators are invited to stop by on a designated shopping date with their BCPS IDs and shopping bags/boxes.

Here are the fourth quarter shopping dates:

A new Mission Moment blog post promotes The Exchangerees, including their history and how the community can support them.

a word from Dr. Rogers

April 13, 2026

Dear Reader:

Welcome back!

After spring break, time seems to accelerate as we enter the season of year-end projects, final exams, spring productions and concerts, award ceremonies, and commencement exercises.

This is an exciting period, but also a time when students need to maintain focus on academics. I encourage students who might need additional assistance in any subject area to reach out to their teachers or school counselors. We are all working together to ensure success for every student.



Regards,

Myriam Rogers, Ed.D.

Superintendent

Upcoming Board meetings

All are welcome to attend

Board of Education meeting

Tuesday, April 21, at 6:30 p.m.

BCPS headquarters/Greenwood, 6901 N. Charles St., Building E, Towson 21204

Southeast Area Education Advisory Council meeting

Monday, April 27, at 7 p.m.

Seneca Elementary School, library, 545 Carrollwood Rd., Baltimore 21220

Topic: Blueprint update

Baltimore County PTA Council general meeting, elections, presentations/workshops

Thursday, April 30, at 7 p.m.

Virtual