Weekly Update

October 16, 2023
Track that Bus! New BUSWHERE App
Community Conversations: Opportunities to Stay Informed/Provide Feedback
Northwest Area Elementary Schools Boundary Study #1
The purpose of this boundary study is to:
- Expand attendance area for Bedford Elementary School replacement (anticipated to open in Fall 2024)
- Expand attendance area for Summit Park Elementary School replacement (anticipated to open in Fall 2024)
- Provide capacity relief to participating Northwest elementary schools
- Facilitate the move of students currently attending Campfield ELC to attend their home school or nearby programs
BCPS Fiscal Year 2025 Operating Budget
2023 Central Area Elementary Capacity Relief Boundary Study
The purpose of the study is to relieve schools projected to be overcrowded and to maximize use of available space at elementary schools in the region.
Youth Summit - November 11, 2023
Math Support!
Mental Health & Wellness
Additional Support
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Virtual and In-Person Support Groups, Classes, and Events.
For more information and to register click here!
Special Education Resource Center
The Resource Center supports families with children with disabilities, ages birth to 21. Its mission is to promote positive, effective partnerships within the school community. For more information or to join their newsletter list click here!
BCPS Calendar Highlights
- Friday, October 20 - Systemwide Professional Development Day/MSEA Convention - Schools Closed for Students and Teachers
- Friday, November 3 - First Marking Period Ends - All Schools Close 3 Hours Early
- Friday, November 3 - Magnet Application deadline for 2024-2025 School Year
- Monday, November 13 - Systemwide Professional Development Day - School Closed for Students
- Tuesday, November 14 - Report Cards Distributed
- Tuesday, November 14 - 17 - American Education Week
- Monday, November 20 - PreK Conference Day - No Preschool-3 or PreK Sessions
- Tuesday, November 21 - PreK Conference Day and Elementary Conference Day - Schools Closed for Elementary Students
- Thursday, November 22 - 24 Thanksgiving Holiday - Schools and Offices Closed
You can also view or print the entire BCPS Info Calendar here.
Dia de los Muertos: Sugar Skull Craft
Learn about the significance of sugar skulls when celebrating Día de los Muertos and the tradition of placing them on an ofrenda (altar). Then, paint a sugar skull on canvas to take home. First come, first served with limited space. Tickets available 30 minutes before program.
Community Resources
Youth Resources
To view a variety of resources for youth, including those below, please visit BaltimoreCountyMD.gov/YouthServices
Stay Informed
Subscribe to the Team BCPS E-Newsletter - The award-winning BCPS weekly e-newsletter, shared on Monday mornings, reaches nearly 40,000 subscribers including parents, staff, and community members.
Subscribe to the BCPS Partnership Spotlight Newsletter
Have you downloaded the new BCPS Focus app?
Be Involved
Did you know that you can get answers to your questions about BCPS by participating in a wide range of Board of Education Advisory and Stakeholder Groups. The Stakeholder Groups include The Citizens’ Advisory Committee for Gifted and Talented Education, the Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee and the PTA Council. Brief descriptions of these groups and links for additional information such as contacts and upcoming meeting dates can be found on the BCPS page Advisory Groups - Baltimore County Public Schools (bcps.org), Some topics that will be presented include Behavior and Safety, Back to School - Schoology, Focus, and Other Tools, The Student Handbook, Special Education, Food & Nutrition, and FY2025 Capital and Operating Budget Hearings..
By becoming a PTA member and getting involved in your child's school, you will be a part of the solution, helping to make positive changes.
What is Parent University
Parent University is offered through the BCPS Office of Family and Community Engagement, which we affectionately call FACE! We provide tools and resources to BPCS families to support learning at home. We offer these resources through in-person and virtual workshops hosted by community members and schools, our newsletter, and the Parentmobile. We also have a large collection of online resources. We hope you enjoy what we have to share.