32 students earn distinguished or exceptional honors in the 6th Annual BCPS Composition Project | |
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Inspired by the theme "Ignite a Spark," BCPS elementary, middle, and high school students created an array of imaginative, accomplished, and stirring pieces of music and entered them into the 6th Annual BCPS Composition Project.
The BCPS Office of Performing Arts recently announced that entries submitted by 32 students in the competition earned Distinguished Honors and Exceptional Honors, while another 27 students earned Honorable Mentions for their compositions. In addition, five students from Ridge Ruxton School (a school for students who have significant disabilities) were honored for their musical compositions.
A news release lists the winning students and links to their compositions.
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Local professionals inspire students at inaugural Career Day at Northwest Academy of Health Sciences | |
A new BCPS-TV video showcases the inaugural Career Day at Northwest Academy of Health Sciences, during which guest speakers introduced students to career opportunities in fields as diverse as architecture, politics/government, videography, banking, border patrol, dog training, and historical research. | |
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BCPS community members are invited to upcoming community events to learn about and meet Dr. Myriam Yarbrough, the incoming superintendent. During the events, Dr. Yarbrough will share key priorities for the upcoming school year, hear from members of the Team BCPS community, and answer questions. Dr. Yarbrough will begin her tenure as BCPS superintendent on July 1.
The community events will be held:
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Wednesday, June 21, from 6-7 p.m.*
George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology - Cafeteria
938 York Rd., 21204
Thursday, June 22, from 6-7 p.m.*
Dundalk High School/Sollers Point Technical High School - Sollers Café
1901 Delvale Ave., 21222
Wednesday, July 5, from 6-7 p.m.*
Catonsville High School - Cafeteria
421 Bloomsbury Ave., 21228
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Thursday, July 6, from 6-7 p.m.
Perry Hall High School - Cafeteria
4601 Ebenezer Rd., 21236
Monday, July 10, from 6-7 p.m.*
Kenwood High School - Cafeteria
501 Stemmers Run Rd., 21221
Thursday, July 13, from 6-7 p.m.*
Loch Raven High School - Cafeteria
1212 Cowpens Ave., 21286
Tuesday, July 18, from 6-7 p.m.*
Randallstown High School - Cafeteria
4000 Offutt Rd., 21133
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*Spanish interpretation will be provided | |
Every summer since 2018, BCPS has invited its students, teachers, and staff to share stories about their summer activities and adventures on the BCPS blog. The invitation to contribute to the Summer Stories series is extended again this year. To submit a blog post or suggest a story idea, please write to communications@bcps.org. We want to know about your summer jobs/internships/externships, vacations, creative projects, competitions, camps, and more! | |
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"Caring for the Nest" program at Sudbrook Magnet Middle School offers peer support for teachers
A new BCPS-TV video highlights a popular peer support program for teachers at Sudbrook Magnet Middle School.
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Video captures last day of 2022-2023 school year across the county
A new BCPS-TV video captures last day of school activities and student, staff, and parent reflections, and it features Dumbarton Middle School, Norwood Elementary School, and Woodlawn High School.
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BCPS summer programs SUPPORT continued learning
Parents and students are encouraged to explore the many academic programs and resources available this summer to support continued growth. Offerings include programs for English learners and students with disabilities, math enrichment programs, and more.
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County health department offers back-to-school immunization clinics
Does your child need immunizations for next school year? Check with your pediatrician or call 410-887-2705 for an appointment at a Baltimore County community health center. Summertime is an excellent time to avoid the back-to-school rush. More information is available online.
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County library's Summer Reading Challenge offers incentives and activities
BCPS students of all ages can register for Baltimore County Public Library's Summer Reading Challenge. Students who read for 10 hours can pick up completion prizes and enter in prize drawings!
In keeping with the "All Together Now" theme, library branches will offer fun and engaging programs so that youth can connect with others through science, art, culture, music, and dance.
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Now serving free breakfast and lunch meals
The annual Summer Food Service Program, for all youth up to age 18, will continue through Friday, August 18. Meals are served Monday through Friday, but meal sites will be closed on Tuesday, July 4. All meals must be consumed on site.
Breakfast and lunch is served at selected schools. Several public library branches serve lunch only. Check online for the sites closest to you and the times when meals will be served.
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Join with Giant Food to reduce food insecurity for BCPS students | |
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Giant Food is partnering with BCPS to help support children facing food insecurity. Through July 27, everyone who shops at Giant Food will be invited to "Round Up at the Register" and donate the round up amount to the program fund or donate online through Giant Delivers and Giant Pickup. Giant Food will also include the option to include your FLEX points that are converted into grocery dollars.
We ask for your help to ensure the program is a great success! These funds will be provided directly to BCPS Food and Nutrition to address food insecurity in our school communities.
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for parents
from BCPS Parent University
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for your viewing pleasure | |
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mission moment
from The Education Foundation of BCPS
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Celebrating the Team BCPS Clean Green 15 Litter Challenge | |
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A new Mission Moment blog post describes The Education Foundation's partnership with the Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability on the Clean Green 15 Litter Challenge.
The recipients of this year’s top Clean Green 15 awards are:
Grand Prize | Clean Up Results | $2,500 – Charlesmont Elementary School
Grand Prize | Volunteer Engagement | $2,500 – Bear Creek Elementary School
High School Honors
- 1st Place | $2,000 – Franklin High School
- 2nd Place | $1,000 – Western Technical High School
- 3rd Place | $500 – George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology
Middle School Honors
- 1st Place | $2,000 – Perry Hall Middle School
- 2nd Place | $1,000 – Hereford Middle School
- 3rd Place | $500 – General John Stricker Middle School
Elementary School Honors
- 1st Place | $2,000 – Pinewood Elementary School
- 2nd Place | $1,000 – Seven Oaks Elementary School
- 3rd Place | $500 – Logan Elementary School
Special School Honors
- 1st Place | $1,000 – Battle Monument Elementary School
The blog post describes the awards ceremony, program impact, and also names those schools receiving honorable mentions.
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Superintendent Dr. Darryl Williams' end of school year and tenure reflections video | | | | |
