TOWSON, MD. – Trey Wooten, a senior at Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts and a culinary arts student at Sollers Point Technical High School, was on the three-person team that created the winning ice cream at this year’s TIC Gums Ice Cream University.
Wooten and his teammates, students from Fallston and Bel Air high schools, created Farmer’s Flight, a mixed berry, green tea ice cream with honey crunches. The special flavor will be produced by the students and sold in the coming weeks at Broom’s Bloom Dairy located in Harford County.
Each year, TIC Gums invites high school students interested in science, culinary arts, and marketing to participate in Ice Cream University, which is modeled after Cornell University’s Food Science 101 course. This year, 16 students participated. TIC Gums sponsored each student’s $500 program fee and provided home ice cream makers upon program completion.
Tim Andon, business development manager at TIC Gums and Cornell alumnus, led the five week course. “Year-over-year, this program has meant so much to TIC Gums and our mission to educate the public about food science. We want to make kids excited about the food industry and inspire them to ask more questions and discover a potentially unknown passion,” said Andon.
The program featured three areas of focus. The first weeks of study were dedicated to scientific principles, such as emulsions, overrun calculation, ice crystal formation, and statistical know-how for tracking and maintaining quality. The attention then turned to flavor selection and inclusions, like nuts, chocolate, or fruit. Finally, the students shifted focus to finalizing the product packaging and marketing. During the last session, students presented their flavor and branding to the judges.
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BCPS student helps create award-winning ice cream
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Two BCPS students only students from Maryland selected for the 2018 National Youth Orchestra: Students to perform this summer in New York and Asia
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BCPS begins to celebrate its newest graduates: Almost all commencements to be live-streamed
TOWSON, MD. – Over the next two weeks, thousands of Baltimore County Public Schools seniors will walk across the graduation stage and into their future.
Nearly all of the graduations will be held either at Towson University’s SECU Center or the Retriever Activity Center at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. All graduations held at those two locations will be live-streamed for viewing on the BCPS website. The commencement ceremony for Battle Monument School will take place at the school and will not be broadcast. Ridge Ruxton’s graduation was held on Tuesday, May 22 and Maiden Choice’s graduation was held on Wednesday, May 23. Both were not broadcast.
“I cannot wait to shake the hands of every one of our graduates," said BCPS Interim Superintendent Verletta White. “I am so proud of the extraordinary young men and women we have been honored to teach. They are bright, curious, creative, hard-working, and absolutely ready to take on the challenges of college and careers. Our commencement exercises will celebrate all that they have achieved and will honor the teachers, principals, parents, and school system administrators and leaders who have contributed to their education."
The following is a schedule of the upcoming ceremonies:
Thursday, May 24
- 7 p.m.: Battle Monument School, 7801 E. Collingham Dr., 21222
- 2:30 p.m.: Eastern Technical High School
- 7 p.m.: Dulaney High School
- 10 a.m.: Pikesville High School 2:30 p.m.: George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology
- 7 p.m.: Perry Hall High School
- 2:30 p.m.: Western School of Technology and Environmental Science 7 p.m.: Sparrows Point High School
- 2:30 p.m.: Loch Raven High School
- 7 p.m.: Towson High School
- 10 a.m.: Milford Mill Academy
- 2:30 p.m.: Franklin High School
- 7 p.m.: Hereford High School
- 2:30 p.m.: Owings Mills High School
- 7 p.m.: Parkville High School
- 10 a.m.: Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts
- 2:30 p.m.: New Town High School
- 7 p.m.: Chesapeake High School
- 2:30 p.m.: Randallstown High School
- 7 p.m.: Overlea High School
- 2:30 p.m.: Dundalk High School
- 7 p.m.: Kenwood High School
- 10 a.m.: Lansdowne High School
- 2:30 p.m.: Woodlawn High School
- 7 p.m.: Catonsville High School
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BCPS News Tips: May 26 – June 2, 2018: Activities, events, and news from Baltimore County Public Schools
Sunday, May 27
Last day for discounted registration for Hereford Zone Robotics Summer Camps!
What: Spaces are still available for the Hereford Zone Robotics 8th annual HZR Summer Camp series. The camps will take place from July 16 – 20 in Hereford High School’s engineering labs and are open to all students (not just students attending Baltimore County schools). “We put our 12 years of experience competing at the VEX Robotics World Championships into every camp’s design,” said Christopher Putnam, STAT (Students and Teachers Accessing Tomorrow) teacher at Hereford Middle School and one of the camp’s coordinators. He notes that the camp instructors have 70 years combined career and technology education teaching experience. Hereford High students, fresh off their 5th place World Robotics finish, will assist with instruction.
From 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. each day, three camps will be held:
- Maker Camp! – for Grades 4 – 8
- Metal EDR V5 System VEX Robotics – for Grades 8 – 12
- VEX IQ Level 1 Robotics – for Grades 4 – 7, beginner level
- Maker Camp! – for Grades 4 - 8
- VEX IQ Level 2 – for Grades 6 – 7
Tuesday, May 29
Don’t miss Parent Expo 2018: Summer Reading Rocks!
What: Just in time for summer, Parent Expos offer tips, resources, reading recommendations, and everyday activities to support learning at home over the summer. Parents and children are welcome to attend these free events hosted by BCPS Parent University and Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL). When: Tuesday, May 29, from 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: BCPL Rosedale library branch, 6105 Kenwood Ave., 21237
Graduations @ Towson University
When: Tuesday, May 29- 2:30 p.m.: Eastern Technical High School
- 7 p.m.: Dulaney High School
Visit the Parentmobile at the Pinewood Elementary’s Arts Night
What: Visitors board the Parentmobile to learn about BCPS curriculum, at-home learning resources, the BCPS website, community resources, and resources to support families of students with special needs or limited English proficiency. Parents and guardians are invited to visit. No registration is required.When: Tuesday, May 29, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Pinewood Elementary School, 200 Rickswood Rd., 21093 Wednesday, May 30
Don’t miss Parent Expo 2018: Summer Reading Rocks!
What: Just in time for summer, Parent Expos offer tips, resources, reading recommendations, and everyday activities to support learning at home over the summer. Parents and children are welcome to attend these free events hosted by BCPS Parent University and Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL). When: Wednesday, May 30, from 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: BCPL Catonsville library branch, 1100 Frederick Rd., 21228
Graduations @ Towson UniversityWhen: Wednesday, May 30- 10 a.m.: Pikesville High School
- 2:30 p.m.: George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology
- 7 p.m.: Perry Hall High School
Thursday, May 31
Don’t miss Parent Expo 2018: Summer Reading Rocks!
What: Just in time for summer, Parent Expos offer tips, resources, reading recommendations, and everyday activities to support learning at home over the summer. Parents and children are welcome to attend these free events hosted by BCPS Parent University and Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL). When: Thursday, May 31, from 6 – 8 p.m.
Where: BCPL Woodlawn library branch, 1811 Woodlawn Dr., 21207 BCPS All-County Honors Dance Ensemble Gala Concert
What: The 2017 – 2018 BCPS All-County Honors Dance Ensemble, featuring 56 high school and middle school students, will conclude its year with a gala dance concert. In addition to the Honors Dance Ensemble, dance groups will perform from Franklin, Lansdowne, New Town, Parkville High School, Patapsco, and Perry Hall high schools, and Pikesville Middle School. The program will feature choreography from BCPS teachers and students. Following the performance, a light reception and awards ceremony will be held. Admission is free for BCPS employees with their badges. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for students, and free for children 5 and under. Tickets will be available at the Carver Center box office beginning at 6:30 p.m. on the evening of the concert.
When: Thursday, May 31, at 7 p.m.Where: George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology, 938 N. York Rd., 21204Annual High School Exhibit reception at Goucher
What: The BCPS Annual High School art exhibit at Goucher College features 130 pieces of artwork from all high schools. Most of the work is by juniors and seniors, and a significant number of the pieces are available for purchase. When: Thursday, May 31, from 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: Goucher College, 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd., 21204Contact: Sherri Fisher or Linda McConaughy, 443.809.4030
Graduations @ Towson University
When: Thursday, May 31- 2:30 p.m.: Western School of Technology and Environmental Science
- 7 p.m.: Sparrows Point High School
Friday, June 1
Pikesville Middle to celebrate 50th anniversary
What: This year, Pikesville Middle School turned 50 years old! The school celebration will feature Senator Bobby Zirkin, who attended Pikesville Middle, as guest speaker. When: Friday, June 1, from 9 – 11 a.m.
Where: Pikesville Middle School, 7701 Seven Mile Ln., 21208Contact: Kalisha T. Miller, 410.887.1207
Graduations @ Towson University
When: Friday, June 1 - 2:30 p.m.: Loch Raven High School
- 7 p.m.: Towson High School
Saturday, June 2
Southwest Academy to host Get Global Cultural Festival
What: Free event at Southwest Academy to celebrate diversity by featuring cultural performances, family fun, cultural vendors, and international foods.When: Saturday, June 2, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Southwest Academy Magnet School, 6200 Johnnycake Rd., 21207Contact: April Franklin, 410.887.0825
Graduations @ Towson University
When: Saturday, June 2 - 10 a.m.: Milford Mill Academy
- 2:30 p.m.: Franklin High School
- 7 p.m.: Hereford High School
ONGOING!
Register now for art camp!
What: The Baltimore County Summer Visual Arts Enrichment Program is a day camp for students in Grades 3–12 and provides opportunities for students to build their personal art skills and add to their art portfolios. Camp will be held on weekdays beginning from July 9 – 20, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Perry Hall High School. Students will participate in the following programs: • An Exploration of Artists and Their Materials (Grades 3-5) • An Investigation of Media and Technique: Portfolio Development (Grades 6-8) • Painting and Drawing from Observation: Portfolio Development (Grades 9-12) The courses being offered are intended to meet the various needs and interests of students, whether they are seeking to improve their art skills or preparing a portfolio for acceptance into a magnet program, entrance into a college program, or preparation for an Advanced Placement exam. The cost to attend camp is $375 per student. Transportation to and from Perry Hall High School will be provided by BCPS from those schools listed on the registration form. Registration is now open.. When: Registration deadline – June 8
Contact: Lisa Thomas or Linda McConaughy, 443.809.4030BCPS accepting applications for Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council
What: Baltimore County Public Schools is accepting applications from BCPS high school students interested in becoming members of the 2018 – 2019 Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. Charged with providing feedback on school system initiatives and sharing the views and concerns of fellow students, council members will meet quarterly with Interim Superintendent Verletta White and members of her leadership team. Council members are selected to ensure broad representation of grade levels, areas of interest, and geographic regions. Applications are available on the BCPS website (on the home page, under What’s Happening). Applications can also be requested via e-mail to tgover@bcps.org or by calling 443-809-8706. Included with each application, an interested student must submit a reference from his/her school principal. Students selected as council members will receive notification by Friday, June 15. The council meetings will be held at the school system’s headquarters, 6901 N. Charles Street in Towson. Dates for the meetings have not yet been confirmed, but the meetings are likely to be held from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. on the selected dates.
Date: Applications are due by 4:45 p.m. on Friday, June 8 UPCOMING!
Don’t miss Parent Expo 2018: Summer Reading Rocks!
What: Just in time for summer, Parent Expos offer tips, resources, reading recommendations, and everyday activities to support learning at home over the summer. Parents and children are welcome to attend these free events hosted by BCPS Parent University and Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL). When and Where:
Tuesday, June 5, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Lansdowne Middle School, 2400 Lansdowne Rd., 21227
Wednesday, June 6, from 6 – 8 p.m.
BCPL Randallstown library branch, 8604 Liberty Rd., 21133
Wednesday, June 6, from 5 – 7 p.m.
BCPL North Point library branch, 1716 Merritt Blvd., 21222
School Day Taskforce public meeting rescheduled to June 7
What: The new Baltimore County Public Schools School Day Taskforce will hold its first public input meeting. Baltimore County Public Schools has established the new School Day Taskforce to examine extending the length of the school day, secondary school student schedules, and start and end times for the school day. The new School Day Taskforce is comprised of approximately 50 members representing central office staff, school administrators and staff, employee bargaining units, parents, Baltimore County Student Councils, and community advisory councils. The taskforce will seek opinions from the broader community through two public input meetings and a special email address – SchoolDayTaskForce@bcps.org– to accept public comment. The taskforce is charged with reviewing current BCPS practices, brainstorming suggested improvements, analyzing advantages and disadvantages of suggestions, and submitting recommendations to the superintendent.
When: Thursday, June 7, at 6 p.m. Where: Loch Raven High School, school library, 1212 Cowpens Ave., 21286Carnival at Edmondson Heights Elementary School!
What: The school carnival has become an annual tradition at Edmondson Heights as a way to celebrate how hard students have worked throughout the year! It features carnival games, such as Giant Connect Four and Ladder Ball, as well as exciting inflatable activities such as Double Basketball Hoops and a Vertical Rush Slide. There will be cotton candy and snow cones, face painting, and a photo booth. The carnival will last throughout the day, and each class will be scheduled to enjoy the festivities for an hour. When: Friday, June 8, from 9 a.m. – 2:55 p.m.
Where: Edmondson Heights Elementary School, 1600 Langford Rd., 21207 Contact: Juliet McDivitt (jmcdivitt@bcps.org) or Alonna D. Thompson (athompson8@bcps.org), 410.887.0818CCBC hosts Saturday Placement Testing for Baltimore County Public High School students
What: High school students currently enrolled in Baltimore County Public Schools can participate in placement testing on selected Saturdays for CCBC’s Early College Access Program. The Saturday morning testing sessions are for high school seniors who plan to attend CCBC in the summer or fall, or any high school students interested in taking college courses and earning college credits while still in high school. Options include earning an associate degree or certificate, or getting a jump-start on college coursework requirements. Some CCBC Early College Access Programs allow students to take classes for free (up to four courses), pay half-price tuition or earn a high school diploma and associate degree simultaneously. Admissions and Financial Aid representatives will be available to talk to parents about the entry process and how to pay for college. Saturday Testing is free, but registration is required. Completing the placement testing now will enable students to enroll in CCBC summer sessions that start June 4, June 18, and July 16. Registration opens for CCBC Summer 2018 on March 26. Find more information or register.When: Saturday, June 9
Check-in from 8:30 - 9:20 a.m.
Testing begins at 9:30 a.m.Where:CCBC Catonsville and CCBC DundalkCome join our team! Baltimore County teacher job fair to be held on June 27
What: Baltimore County Public Schools, the nation’s 25th largest school system, is looking for talented, dedicated teachers to work in a number of subject areas including English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and secondary content areas: mathematics, science, Spanish, English, and special education. Benefits offered by BCPS include health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. To be considered for a prescheduled interview, please complete an online application and identify BCPS Job Fair – June 27 as the referral source.
When: Wednesday, June 27, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where: West Towson Elementary School, 6914 N. Charles St., 21204
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“Summer Reading Rocks” in this year’s new Parent Expo series
What: Parents and caregivers are invited to participate in free Parent Expo 2018 events to learn how to support children’s learning over the summer. A project of the BCPS Parent University and the Baltimore County Public Library, the seven Parent Expo events will offer tips, information, and tools about academic resources, summer reading programs and recommendations, and everyday activities parents can use to support learning at home. Registration is not required for any expo event.
When &
Where: Thursday, May 24, 2018, from 5 – 7 p.m.
Baltimore County Public Library – Owings Mills Branch
10302 Grand Central Ave., 21117
Tuesday, May 29, 2018, from 5 – 7 p.m.
Baltimore County Public Library – Rosedale Branch
6105 Kenwood Ave., 21237
Wednesday, May 30, 2018, from 5 – 7 p.m.
Baltimore County Public Library – Catonsville Branch
1100 Frederick Rd., 21228
Thursday, May 31, 2018, from 6 – 8 p.m.
Baltimore County Public Library – Woodlawn Branch
1811 Woodlawn Dr., 21207
Tuesday, Jun. 5, 2018, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Lansdowne Middle School
2400 Lansdowne Rd., 21227Wednesday, Jun. 6, 2018, from 6 – 8 p.m.
Baltimore County Public Library – Randallstown Branch
8604 Liberty Rd., 21133
Wednesday, Jun. 6, 2018, from 5 – 7 p.m.
Baltimore County Public Library – North Point Branch
1716 Merritt Blvd., 21222
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Middle, high school students can register now for summer Math Academy: Free program to help Algebra 1 students develop, maintain readiness skills
TOWSON, MD — Baltimore County Public Schools students recommended to take Algebra 1 in Grade 8 or Grade 9 during the upcoming school year can register now to participate in a free summer Math Academy to help develop or maintain algebra readiness skills.
Seats are limited for this free program, and enrollments will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Transportation will be provided as necessary.
The program will be offered at various middle and high schools across the county from July 9 – Aug. 3, from 7:30 – 11:30 a.m. or 7:45 -11:45 a.m. each day. (Exact time depends on the Math Academy site).
At the Math Academy, students will participate in a research-based, blended learning mathematics program designed to meet the specific needs of individual students. Each day will include four hours of mathematics instruction in which students participate in whole-class, small group, and individual learning opportunities designed to develop students’ mindset, confidence, and beliefs about doing mathematics as they strengthen their understanding of key concepts and skills from prior grades to build their readiness for algebra.
Parents/guardians interested in registering their children for the Math Academy should either complete the form available online and return it to their child’s school counselor or directly contact their child’s school counselor. The form must be submitted or the contact must be made with the school counselor by Thursday, May 31. Registered students will receive a confirmation letter detailing the Math Academy site they have been assigned to, the exact time for the Math Academy at that site, and whether BCPS transportation is available.
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Glyndon, Warren elementary schools named 2018 National Schools of Character: Only 73 schools in nation received this designation
TOWSON, MD. – Glyndon and Warren elementary schools in Baltimore County have been named 2018 National Schools of Character by Character.org.
This year, Character.org designated 73 schools as 2018 National Schools of Character and 5 districts as 2018 National Districts of Character. Schools are selected based on their dedicated focus on character development programs and a positive impact on academic achievement, student behavior, school climate and their communities. Criteria for selection are based on Character.org’s 11 Principles of Effective Character Education, a framework to assist schools in providing students with opportunities for moral action, fostering shared leadership, and engaging families and communities as partners in the character-building effort.
Glyndon and Warren elementary schools and the other 2018 National Schools of Character will be honored at the 25th National Forum on Character to be held Oct. 4-7, 2018, in Washington, DC.
“At Glyndon Elementary, to meet the needs of our students, we have chosen for several years to focus on restorative practices and positive behavior," said Tracy Robinson, principal of Glyndon Elementary. “This includes strengthening relationships among students and staff and increasing our use of virtuous language. In recent years, especially, we have worked to empower students to take the lead in these efforts. We strive for our students to decipher, without direction from an adult, how to intrinsically demonstrate teamwork and gifts of character. Isn’t that what we are preparing them for when they become adults?"
Robinson added, “Student achievement is demonstrated because our students can be more focused, more positive, and work more collaboratively. I want to give special thanks to our school counselor, Ashley Hofferbert, our special educator, Robyn Wolf, consultant Dara Feldman and of course, our entire Glyndon Community for providing so much support in our character education efforts."
“We are honored to receive this recognition,” said Lisa Dingle, principal of Warren Elementary School. “Our Warren Elementary staff, students, and parents have worked collaboratively to create an environment in which students can thrive both socially and academically. We have established a school house in which respect, helpfulness, and excellence are pillars of the school community.”
Dingle noted that the school develops character through the use of Virtues Language and Restorative Practices. “With our guidance counselor serving as the lead facilitator in these efforts,” Dingle said, “our students are better able to solve problems through the use of peer mediation, class meetings, and restorative conversations. The use of the Virtues Language has supported students and staff in effectively communicating in a manner that works towards resolving conflicts and affirming positive attributes in each other. These initiatives have helped to improve our sense of community, while holding us accountable for the decisions and choices we make, the words we use, and how they impact others. I appreciate the support of Pat Goldys, principal of Norwood Elementary, and Dara Feldman, consultant, as we continue to grow in our efforts.”
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Parents, students invited to Northwest Area Schools Showcase Event: Opportunity to learn more about zoned schools – elementary, middle & high
TOWSON, MD. – Every parent would love a glimpse into his or her child’s future. The Northwest Area Schools Showcase Event promises parents the opportunity to see the high quality educational experiences that await students from elementary school through middle and high school.
The free Showcase Event, open to parents and students, will be held on Tuesday, June 5, from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at Deer Park Middle Magnet School, 9830 Winands Rd. in Randallstown, 21133.
At the event, participants can learn more about the zoned schools in the northwest area by meeting teachers, principals, school counselors, and other staff; enjoying student performances and panel discussions; and engaging in parent Q&A sessions. The event will offer opportunities to learn more about specialized educational programs, student interest clubs, school-business partnerships, and other characteristics that distinguish these schools.
Special guests at the event will include Brendan Penn, 2018-2019 Baltimore County Teacher of the Year and a Grade 3 teacher at Lyons Mill Elementary, and Dr. Kandice Taylor, 2018-2019 Baltimore County Secondary Principal of the Year and principal at Deer Park Middle Magnet School.
Schools represented at the showcase event will be: Deer Park, Hernwood, Lyons Mill, New Town, Owings Mills, Randallstown, Scotts Branch, and Woodholme elementary schools; Deer Park Middle Magnet School and Northwest Academy of Health Sciences; and New Town, Owings Mills, and Randallstown high schools.
Registration is not required, but for more information, please call the main office at Lyons Mill Elementary School at 443-809-1719.
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BCPS News Tips: June 2 - 9, 2018: Activities, events, and news from Baltimore County Public Schools
Saturday, June 2
Southwest Academy to host Get Global Cultural Festival
What: Free event at Southwest Academy to celebrate diversity by featuring cultural performances, family fun, cultural vendors, and international foods.When: Saturday, June 2, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Southwest Academy Magnet School, 6200 Johnnycake Rd., 21207Contact: April Franklin, 410.887.0825
Graduations @ Towson University
When: Saturday, June 2 - 10 a.m.: Milford Mill Academy
- 2:30 p.m.: Franklin High School
- 7 p.m.: Hereford High School
Visit the Parentmobile at Mays Chapel Elementary’s Spring Festival
What: Visitors board the Parentmobile to learn about BCPS' curriculum, at-home learning resources, the BCPS website, community resources, and resources to support families of students with special needs or limited English proficiency. Parents and guardians are invited to visit. No registration is required.When: Saturday, June 2, from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: Mays Chapel Elementary School, 12250 Roundwood Rd. 21093Monday, June 4
Career and Technology Education Advisory Council meeting to be held
What: This meeting of the Career and Technology Education Advisory Council will feature updates on CTE programs and the Community College of Baltimore County as well as a tour of the health professions lab at CCBC Essex.When and
Where: Monday, June 4 at CCBC Essex, 7201 Rossville Blvd., HTEC Building, Room 205, 21237
5 p.m. – Tour of Health Professions Lab
5:30 – 7:30 p.m. – Light dinner and meeting
Graduations @ Towson University
When: Monday, June 4- 2:30 p.m.: Owings Mills High School
- 7 p.m.: Parkville High School
Tuesday, June 5
Parents, students invited to Northwest Area Schools Showcase Event
What: The Northwest Area Schools Showcase Event promises parents the opportunity to see the high-quality educational experiences that await students from elementary school through middle and high school. At the free Showcase Event, parents and students can learn more about the zoned schools in the northwest area by meeting teachers, principals, school counselors, and other staff; enjoying student performances and panel discussions; and engaging in parent Q&A sessions. The event will offer opportunities to learn more about specialized educational programs, student interest clubs, school-business partnerships, and other characteristics that distinguish these schools. Special guests at the event will include Brendan Penn, 2018-2019 Baltimore County Teacher of the Year and a Grade 3 teacher at Lyons Mill Elementary, and Dr. Kandice Taylor, 2018-2019 Baltimore County Secondary Principal of the Year and principal at Deer Park Middle Magnet School. Schools represented at the showcase event will be: Deer Park, Hernwood, Lyons Mill, New Town, Owings Mills, Randallstown, Scotts Branch, and Woodholme elementary schools; Deer Park Middle Magnet School and Northwest Academy of Health Sciences; and New Town, Owings Mills, and Randallstown high schools. Registration is not required.When: Tuesday, June 5, from 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Deer Park Middle Magnet School, 9830 Winands Rd., 21133Contact: The main office at Lyons Mill Elementary School, 443.809.1719Don’t miss Parent Expo 2018: Summer Reading Rocks!
What: Just in time for summer, Parent Expos offer tips, resources, reading recommendations, and everyday activities to support learning at home over the summer. Parents and children are welcome to attend these free events hosted by BCPS Parent University and Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL). When: Tuesday, June 5, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Lansdowne Middle School, 2400 Lansdowne Rd., 21227
Graduations @ Towson University
When: Tuesday, June 5- 10 a.m.: Patapsco High School and Center for the Arts
- 2:30 p.m.: New Town High School
- 7 p.m.: Chesapeake High School
Wednesday, June 6
Don’t miss Parent Expo 2018: Summer Reading Rocks!
What: Just in time for summer, Parent Expos offer tips, resources, reading recommendations, and everyday activities to support learning at home over the summer. Parents and children are welcome to attend these free events hosted by BCPS Parent University and Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL). When and Where:
Wednesday, June 6, from 6 – 8 p.m.
BCPL Randallstown library branch, 8604 Liberty Rd., 21133
Wednesday, June 6, from 5 – 7 p.m.
BCPL North Point library branch, 1716 Merritt Blvd., 21222
Graduations @ Towson University
When: Wednesday, June 6- 2:30 p.m.: Randallstown High School
- 7 p.m.: Overlea High School
Gifted and Talented Citizens Advisory Committee meeting
What: Parents, students and advocates are encouraged to provide input on issues related to gifted and talented education. The subject of this meeting has not been announced.When: Wednesday, June 6, at 7 p.m. Where: Greenwood Campus, Bldg. E, Rm. 114, 6901 N. Charles St., 21204 Thursday, June 7
School Day Taskforce public meeting to be held
What: The new Baltimore County Public Schools School Day Taskforce will hold its first public input meeting. Baltimore County Public Schools has established the new School Day Taskforce to examine extending the length of the school day, secondary school student schedules, and start and end times for the school day. The new School Day Taskforce is comprised of approximately 50 members representing central office staff, school administrators and staff, employee bargaining units, parents, Baltimore County Student Councils, and community advisory councils. The taskforce will seek opinions from the broader community through two public input meetings and a special email address – SchoolDayTaskForce@bcps.org– to accept public comment. The taskforce is charged with reviewing current BCPS practices, brainstorming suggested improvements, analyzing advantages and disadvantages of suggestions, and submitting recommendations to the superintendent.
When: Thursday, June 7, at 6 p.m. Where: Loch Raven High School, school library, 1212 Cowpens Ave., 21286
Graduations @ Towson University
When: Thursday, June 7- 2:30 p.m.: Dundalk High School
- 7 p.m.: Kenwood High School
Friday, June 8
Carnival at Edmondson Heights Elementary School!
What: The school carnival has become an annual tradition at Edmondson Heights as a way to celebrate how hard students have worked throughout the year! It features carnival games, such as Giant Connect Four and Ladder Ball, as well as exciting inflatable activities such as Double Basketball Hoops and a Vertical Rush Slide. There will be cotton candy and snow cones, face painting, and a photo booth. The carnival will last throughout the day, and each class will be scheduled to enjoy the festivities for an hour. When: Friday, June 8, from 9 a.m.– 2:55 p.m.
Where: Edmondson Heights Elementary School, 1600 Langford Rd., 21207 Contact: Julie McDivitt (jmcdivitt@bcps.org) or Alonna D. Thompson (athompson8@bcps.org), 410.887.0818
Graduations @ UMBC
When: Friday, June 8- 10 a.m.: Lansdowne High School
- 2:30 p.m.: Woodlawn High School
- 7 p.m.: Catonsville High School
Visit the Parentmobile at Bedford Elementary’s Spring Festival
What: Visitors board the Parentmobile to learn about BCPS' curriculum, at-home learning resources, the BCPS website, community resources, and resources to support families of students with special needs or limited English proficiency. Parents and guardians are invited to visit. No registration is required.When: Saturday, June 9, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Bedford Elementary School, 7407 Dorman Dr., 21208Last day to register for art camp!
What:Baltimore County Summer Visual Arts Enrichment Program is a day camp for students in Grades 3–12 and provides opportunities for students to build their personal art skills and add to their art portfolios. Camp will be held on weekdays beginning from July 9 – 20, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Perry Hall High School. Students will participate in the following programs: • An Exploration of Artists and Their Materials (Grades 3-5) • An Investigation of Media and Technique: Portfolio Development (Grades 6-8) • Painting and Drawing from Observation: Portfolio Development (Grades 9-12) The courses being offered are intended to meet the various needs and interests of students, whether they are seeking to improve their art skills or preparing a portfolio for acceptance into a magnet program, entrance into a college program, or preparation for an Advanced Placement exam. The cost to attend camp is $375 per student. Transportation to and from Perry Hall High School will be provided by BCPS from those schools listed on the registration form. Registration is now open.. When: Registration deadline – June 8
Contact: Lisa Thomas or Linda McConaughy, 443.809.4030Last day to apply for BCPS accepting applications for Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council
What: Baltimore County Public Schools is accepting applications from BCPS high school students interested in becoming members of the 2018 – 2019 Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. Charged with providing feedback on school system initiatives and sharing the views and concerns of fellow students, council members will meet quarterly with Interim Superintendent Verletta White and members of her leadership team. Council members are selected to ensure broad representation of grade levels, areas of interest, and geographic regions. Applications are available on the BCPS website (on the home page, under What’s Happening). Applications can also be requested via e-mail to tgover@bcps.org or by calling 443-809-8706. Included with each application, an interested student must submit a reference from his/her school principal. Students selected as council members will receive notification by Friday, June 15. The council meetings will be held at the school system’s headquarters, 6901 N. Charles Street in Towson. Dates for the meetings have not yet been confirmed, but the meetings are likely to be held from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. on the selected dates.
Date: Applications are due by 4:45 p.m. on Friday, June 8Saturday, June 9
CCBC hosts Saturday Placement Testing for Baltimore County Public High School students
What: High school students currently enrolled in Baltimore County Public Schools can participate in placement testing on selected Saturdays for CCBC’s Early College Access Program. The Saturday morning testing sessions are for high school seniors who plan to attend CCBC in the summer or fall, or any high school students interested in taking college courses and earning college credits while still in high school. Options include earning an associate degree or certificate, or getting a jump-start on college coursework requirements. Some CCBC Early College Access Programs allow students to take classes for free (up to four courses), pay half-price tuition or earn a high school diploma and associate degree simultaneously. Admissions and Financial Aid representatives will be available to talk to parents about the entry process and how to pay for college. Saturday Testing is free, but registration is required. Completing the placement testing now will enable students to enroll in CCBC summer sessions that start June 4, June 18, and July 16. Registration opens for CCBC Summer 2018 on March 26. Find more information or register.When: Saturday, June 9
Check-in from 8:30 - 9:20 a.m.
Testing begins at 9:30 a.m.Where:CCBC Catonsville and CCBC DundalkONGOING!
Annual High School Exhibit reception at Goucher
What: The BCPS Annual High School art exhibit at Goucher College features 130 pieces of artwork from all high schools. Most of the work is by juniors and seniors, and a significant number of the pieces are available for purchase. When: Exhibit is available for viewing through Tuesday, June 12Where: Goucher College, 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd., 21204Contact: Sherri Fisher or Linda McConaughy, 443.809.4030 UPCOMING!
Visit the Parentmobile at the County Library’s Summer Reading Kickoff
What: Visitors board the Parentmobile to learn about BCPS' curriculum, at-home learning resources, the BCPS website, community resources, and resources to support families of students with special needs or limited English proficiency. Parents and guardians are invited to visit. No registration is required.When: Sunday, June 10, from 1 – 4 p.m.
Where: Owings Mills branch of Baltimore County Public Library, 10302 Grand Central Ave., 21117Chatsworth School students to participate in Field Day
What: Chatsworth School will host its Field Day. Throughout the day, students will be engaged in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities to promote cooperation and teamwork.When: Monday, June 11 (Various times throughout the school day based on grade level)Where: Chatsworth School, 222 New Ave., 21136Contact: Andrea Derrien or Justin Maglov (jmaglov@bcps.org), 410.887.1103Come join our team! Baltimore County teacher job fair to be held on June 27
What: Baltimore County Public Schools, the nation’s 25th largest school system, is looking for talented, dedicated teachers to work in a number of subject areas including English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and secondary content areas: mathematics, science, Spanish, English, and special education. Benefits offered by BCPS include health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. To be considered for a prescheduled interview, please complete an online application and identify BCPS Job Fair – June 27 as the referral source.
When: Wednesday, June 27, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Where: West Towson Elementary School, 6914 N. Charles St., 21204
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Ribbon-cutting to celebrate renovated Dumbarton Middle School: New $27.8 million project reconfigures, updates interior
What: Sue Harris, principal of Dumbarton Middle School, will be joined by BCPS Interim Superintendent Verletta White and Baltimore County Executive Don Mohler to cut the ribbon on a new $27.8 million renovation of the existing school’s interior. The $27.8 million Dumbarton interior renovation project has created an entirely refreshed learning environment for the community and its students, complete with a reconditioned music wing, bold new entrance, and redesigned commons area, among other improvements. The school, which was built in 1956, has been enhanced with a variety of upgraded systems as well, including technology and air conditioning.
When: Wednesday, June 6, 2018, at 10 a.m.Where: Dumbarton Middle School300 Dumbarton Road
Towson 21212
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Carver Center one of only 17 schools in nation to earn Arts Schools Network Exemplary School Designation
Towson, MD – George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology is one of only 17 schools in the nation to receive an Exemplary School designation from the Arts Schools Network. The five-year designation is awarded for 2018-2023.
Carver Center has been an ASN Exemplary Art School continuously since 2014.
“This is tremendous recognition of what takes place at Carver Center every day – for and with our students,” said Principal Karen E. H. Steele. “Our mission and vision involves providing opportunities for our students to actualize their dreams so that after graduation they are courageous citizens who are able change the world. This recognition from Arts Schools Network celebrates the energy, effort, creativity, and commitment of an entire community – faculty, staff, families, partners – to support our students in creating that reality.”
Founded in 1993, Carver Center is a countywide magnet school that supports and engages students in acting, business, carpentry, cosmetology, culinary arts, dance, design and production, literary arts, music, or visual arts – as well as a rigorous college-preparatory academic curriculum.
Melissa Brookes, ASN managing director, said, “We offer guidance, inspiration and incentives to arts school leaders who strive for excellence in their schools. When they demonstrate outstanding efforts toward this goal, as they do by following A Guide to Assessing Your Arts School, we recognize and reward their achievements with this designation.”
Carver Center and the other Exemplary Schools will be honored at the ASN 2018 Annual Conference, Oct. 23-26, in Orange County, California.
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Board of Education to hold special meeting on Thursday, June 7
Towson, MD – The Board of Education Board Chair, Edward J. Gilliss, Esq., has called a special meeting to discuss the selection of an interim superintendent on Thursday, June 7, 2018, at the Board’s Greenwood Campus, 6901 N. Charles Street, Building E, Towson, Maryland 21204.
The Board’s open session will begin at 5 p.m. The Board will then meet in closed session as permitted by law. The open session will reconvene at 5:45 p.m. The public is welcome to attend all open sessions.
The school system is committed to accessible communication with its stakeholders. Accordingly, all Board of Education meetings are live-streamed and can be viewed on the BCPS website, or on BCPS-TV (Comcast Xfinity channel 73, Verizon FiOS channel 34).
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And the haiku just keep coming! Announcing a book of our 200+ favorites
Towson, MD – Baltimore County students love reading. And they love writing about reading. And we love reading what they write about reading. And that is how it came to be that the judges of Baltimore County Public Schools’ second annual haiku contest chose 233 haiku to be published in the forthcoming book How Reading Makes Me Feel.“In year one of our haiku contest, we were astounded to receive more than 1,650 entries,” said Interim Superintendent Verletta White. “This year, as we topped out at 1,885 entries from 91 schools, we realized that have tapped into some important values for this school system. Team BCPS cares deeply about reading and writing. My deepest appreciation to our teachers who have embraced this contest as a learning opportunity and to all of our talented student writers who impress us with their intellect, creativity, and vocabularies.”
The limited-run book, How Reading Makes Me Feel, will be distributed before the last day of school to every student whose haiku or artwork is included in the book and to every BCPS school library. The haiku in the book represent students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 from 58 schools, and the book is illustrated with artwork by 19 student artists or groups.
In addition to receiving a copy of the book, all of the featured elementary school students will receive a special notepad, and all of the featured middle and high school students will receive gift certificates from Ukazoo Books, courtesy of the store.
The haiku featured in the book were judged blindly, meaning that entries were first organized by school level—elementary, middle, and high. Then, student, teacher, and school names were removed before judges reviewed them.
The judging panel included staff members from the Office of English Language Arts and the Department of Communications and Community Outreach, in addition to four award-winning student poets: Bella Finkel of Towson High School, Ashley Hajimirsadeghi and Joseph Reisberg of George Washington Carver Center for Arts and Technology, and Cassie Li of Perry Hall High School.
After a lengthy debate, a panel of judges selected just three winners to announce on International Haiku Poetry Day, April 17. Those winners – Maximilian Murray, Grade 5, Pinewood Elementary School; Tegan Hakim, Grade 6, Pikesville Middle School; and Jessica Bartel, Grade 10, Catonsville High School – received the following prizes: four tickets to a Baltimore Orioles game, a $25 gift card from Ukazoo Books, a copy of 102 Haiku Journal from Haiku Guys and Gals, and selected poetry/writing books from The Ivy Bookshop.
Bartel’s English teacher, Marie Thraikill of Catonsville High School, holds the unique distinction of being the English teacher with the most students represented in this haiku book. Her 22 students featured in the book represent almost 10 percent of the total.
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BCPS schools, offices to close for primary elections
TOWSON, MD. – The schools and offices of Baltimore County Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, June 26, for primary election day. Schools and offices will reopen on Wednesday, June 27.
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3 BCPS 2018 graduates named College-Sponsored Merit® Scholarship winners
TOWSON, MD. – The National Merit Scholarship Corporation has announced that three 2018 Baltimore County Public Schools graduates are among the 3,500 winners of National Merit Scholarships financed by U.S. colleges and universities.
The honored students are:
- Malachi M. Fowler, aNottingham resident and Perry Hall High School graduate, who plans to study physics at University of Maryland.
- Abhinav S. Khushalani, a Cockeysville resident and Dulaney High School graduate, who plans to study computer science at Northeastern University.
- Albert J. Ko, anOwings Mills resident and Western School of Technology graduate, who plans to attend Northwestern University.
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Students honored at 32nd Annual High School Art Exhibit: Show featured works by students from across the district
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Board of Education of Baltimore County to meet on Tuesday, June 12
TOWSON – The Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, June 12, 2018, at its Greenwood Campus, 6901 N. Charles Street, Building E, Towson, Maryland 21204.
The Board of Education’s Building and Contracts Committee will meet at 4:45 p.m. The Board’s regular open session will begin at approximately 5:15 p.m. The Board will then meet in closed session as permitted by law. The open session will reconvene at 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome to attend all open sessions.
The school system is committed to accessible communication with its stakeholders. Accordingly, all Board of Education meetings are live-streamed and can be viewed on the BCPS website, or on BCPS-TV (Comcast Xfinity channel 73, Verizon FiOS channel 34).
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Parent University springs into summer with June learning programs and resources : Activities offer resources for parents, families seeking to support students
TOWSON, MD. – The school year may be coming to a close, but there is still a profusion of programs, events, and activities from Baltimore County Public Schools’ Parent University and its community partners. Parent U’s resources are informative and interesting, and many of the programs are designed to aid parents and caregivers better support the academic success of their children.
Advertised on the Parent University calendar this month are:
- Parent Expos 2018 -- Summer Reading Rocks!– Sponsored by both Parent U and the Baltimore County Public Library, Parent Expo 2018 is an opportunity to share tips, resources, reading recommendations, and everyday activities to support learning at home during the summer months. Registration is not necessary. Wednesday, June 6, from 5 – 7 p.m. at North Point Library, 1716 Merritt Blvd., 21222Wednesday, June 6, from 6 – 8 p.m. at Randallstown Library, 8604 Liberty Rd., 21133
- Gifted and Talented Education– Learn more about this special topic at the monthly meeting of the Gifted and Talented Citizens’ Advisory Committee. Registration is not required.Wednesday, June 6, at 7 p.m. Greenwood campus, Bldg. E, Room 114, 6901 N. Charles St., 21204
- Understanding and Managing Behaviors at Home– Sponsored by Parent U, these free workshops will help parents assist their preschool/elementary-age children manage their thoughts and emotions in positive, constructive ways. To register, contact Rai Cary at 443-809-4496 or rcary@bcps.org.Thursdays, June 7 and 14, from 6 to 7 p.m. Reisterstown Elementary School, 223 Walgrove Rd., 21136
- Kennedy Krieger Summer Learning Series– The Kennedy Krieger Institute is sponsoring new full- and half-day workshops focused on individuals with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities. The workshops are free. For information or to register, call 443-923-9555. Thursdays, June 7 through August 16, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kennedy Krieger Institute, 7000 Tudsbury Rd., 21244
- Mental Illness Basics– Sponsored by the National Alliance on Mental Illness, a program about NAMI Basics will be held for three Saturdays in June to explore ways individuals and families can expand knowledge of mental illness and find support. Registration is required. For information and to register, please call 410-435-2600. Saturdays, June 9, 16, and 23, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. MedStar Harbor Hospital, 3001 S. Hanover St., 21225
- Cultivating Compassion in a Crisis: Opioid Epidemic Updates and Town Hall– Sponsored by the Baltimore County Department of Health, this workshop and town hall for adults and service providers will address the impact of substance abuse and addiction in an open town hall setting. Optional naloxone training precedes each meeting from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. For information and to register, please call 410-887-2437. Tuesday, June 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. Arbutus Town Hall, 1349 Stevens Ave., 21227Thursday, June 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. Sparrows Point Country Club, 919 Wise Ave., 21222
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Catonsville High student wins first place in Maryland’s Letters About Literature contest
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BCPS to honor top school volunteers at Volunteer of the Year event
What: Forty-five volunteers from schools across Baltimore County will be honored for their outstanding contributions to Baltimore County Public Schools and its students. In addition to recognizing each excellent volunteer at this gala breakfast, the BCPS Volunteer of the Year and finalists will be announced. Finalists and the Volunteer of the Year will take home trophies, while all the honored volunteers will receive certificates of appreciation for their important work.
The event will be co-hosted by Josie Shaffer, a 2018 graduate of Pikesville High School and student member of the Board of Education of Baltimore County, and by Jake Turner, a junior at Hereford High School who was the 2017-2018 president of the Baltimore County Student Councils. Both Board of Education Chair Edward J. Gilliss, Esq., and BCPS Superintendent Verletta White will be on hand to congratulation the honorees, and student musicians and dancers from Pikesville Middle School will provide entertainment for the event.
When: Monday, June 11, 2018, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.Where: Martin’s Valley Mansion
594 Cranbrook Road
Cockeysville, MD 21030
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