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Academy for College and Career Exploration — School Calendar 2026-27
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Dr. Dawson’s First 100 Days Listening Tour Join the conversation at Carver Vocational-Technical High SchoolDate: Thursday, October 1, 2026Time: 5-7:30 p.m.Location: Carver Vocational-Technical High School (2201 Presstman Street)This is an invitation to our valued staff to meet City Schools' new CEO and learnhis vision for our students and schools. Food will be provided.Registration is encouraged! Bring your questions, hear directly from Dr. Dawson, and help shape the next chapter for City Schools. baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
Celebrate your teacher-- come dressed like them!
During this session, teachers will receive a step-by-step walkthrough of Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging, learning how to start a chat, when to use individual vs. group messages, and how to keep communication safe, translated, and searchable.Meeting link: https://team-classdojo.zoom.us/j/84915433591?pwd=3jT2kiAVcGUa93nhQyitEu35ZwB6lT.1&jst=2
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Dr. Dawson’s First 100 Days Listening Tour Join the conversation at Carver Vocational-Technical High SchoolDate: Thursday, October 1, 2026Time: 5-7:30 p.m.Location: Carver Vocational-Technical High School (2201 Presstman Street)This is an invitation to our valued staff to meet City Schools' new CEO and learnhis vision for our students and schools. Food will be provided.Registration is encouraged! Bring your questions, hear directly from Dr. Dawson, and help shape the next chapter for City Schools. baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour
EventCelebrate your teacher-- come dressed like them!
Staff DayFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Baltimore City Public Schools. Academy for College and Career Exploration follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Labor DayDistrict-wide No School - Baltimore City Public Schools |
| Tue, Sep 8, 2026 | Amplify BOY Testing WindowDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | Operations, Finance & Facilities Committee Meeting September 29 | Operations, Finance & Facilities Committee at 10:30 a.m. — Link to Join |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | Policy Committee Meeting September 29 | Policy Committee (virtual) at 4 p.m. — Link to join |
| Tue, Sep 29, 2026 | Special Executive Board Meeting September 29 | Special Executive Board Meeting at 5:30 p.m. — Notice | Agenda | Link to join |
| Wed, Sep 30, 2026 | Deadline for Annual Student Verification Baltimore City Public Schools is asking all parents and guardians to complete their Annual Student Verification (ASV) before the September 30 deadline. Learn more: https://www.baltimorecityschools.org/article/3106148 |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | Bullying Prevention Month |
| Thu, Oct 1, 2026 | CEO Listening Session at Carver Dr. Dawson’s First 100 Days Listening Tour Join the conversation at Carver Vocational-Technical High SchoolDate: Thursday, October 1, 2026Time: 5-7:30 p.m.Location: Carver Vocational-Technical High School (2201 Presstman Street)This is an invitation to our valued staff to meet City Schools' new CEO and learnhis vision for our students and schools. Food will be provided.Registration is encouraged! Bring your questions, hear directly from Dr. Dawson, and help shape the next chapter for City Schools. baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour |
| Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | World Teacher Day -- Dress like your teacherDistrict-wide Celebrate your teacher-- come dressed like them! |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | 6–12-Grade Teachers: ClassDojo Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging SessionDistrict-wide During this session, teachers will receive a step-by-step walkthrough of Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging, learning how to start a chat, when to use individual vs. group messages, and how to keep communication safe, translated, and searchable.Meeting link: https://team-classdojo.zoom.us/j/84915433591?pwd=3jT2kiAVcGUa93nhQyitEu35ZwB6lT.1&jst=2 |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | MVA Permit Testing District-wide On site Permit Test for all eligible students. |
| Tue, Oct 6, 2026 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | 6–12-Grade Teachers: ClassDojo Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging SessionDistrict-wide During this session, teachers will receive a step-by-step walkthrough of Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging, learning how to start a chat, when to use individual vs. group messages, and how to keep communication safe, translated, and searchable.Meeting link: https://team-classdojo.zoom.us/j/84821710978?pwd=aMMbda0V7qHnHlKOoFDbK9gsFwHPTh.1&jst=2 |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | Hispanic Family BreakfastDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | 6–12-Grade Teachers: ClassDojo Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging SessionDistrict-wide During this session, teachers will receive a step-by-step walkthrough of Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging, learning how to start a chat, when to use individual vs. group messages, and how to keep communication safe, translated, and searchable.Meeting link: https://team-classdojo.zoom.us/j/86423262611?pwd=QFIWRq5xX7BIxpU3kxsIwhaGoexDFS.1&jst=2 |
| Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | CEO Listening Session at Mervo Dr. Dawson’s First 100 Days Listening Tour Join the conversation at Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High SchoolDate: Thursday, October 8, 2026Time: 5-7:30 p.m.Location: Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School (Cafeteria) (3500 Hillen Road)This is an invitation to our valued staff to meet City Schools' new CEO and learnhis vision for our students and schools. Food will be provided.Registration is encouraged! Bring your questions, hear directly from Dr. Dawson, and help shape the next chapter for City Schools. baltcityschools.org/100DaysListeningTour |
| Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | 6–12-Grade Teachers: ClassDojo Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging SessionDistrict-wide During this session, teachers will receive a step-by-step walkthrough of Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging, learning how to start a chat, when to use individual vs. group messages, and how to keep communication safe, translated, and searchable.Meeting link: https://team-classdojo.zoom.us/j/86500924089?pwd=O4Bak7d6nMg1phLjnWNeMnx3F4bZ6T.1&jst=2 |
| Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | SECAC Meeting The Special Education Citizens' Advisory Committee (SECAC) enables the Board of School Commissioners and district office staff to collaborate on special education issues and facilitate positive changes in the delivery of special education services.MeetingsMeetings are held from 6-8 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in Room 301.200 East North Avenue, Baltimore, MD. 21202 and virtually (unless otherwise noted). |
| Tue, Oct 13, 2026 | 6–12-Grade Teachers: ClassDojo Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging SessionDistrict-wide During this session, teachers will receive a step-by-step walkthrough of Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging, learning how to start a chat, when to use individual vs. group messages, and how to keep communication safe, translated, and searchable.Meeting link: https://team-classdojo.zoom.us/j/85278952715?pwd=oW6tHMjmraaFuidO6bDRH1hWzs34tR.1&jst=2 |
| Wed, Oct 14, 2026 | 6–12-Grade Teachers: ClassDojo Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging SessionDistrict-wide During this session, teachers will receive a step-by-step walkthrough of Teacher-Student-Parent Messaging, learning how to start a chat, when to use individual vs. group messages, and how to keep communication safe, translated, and searchable.Meeting link: https://team-classdojo.zoom.us/j/81546725487?pwd=GLsmV7jAVkSkUzLDxDFPDxcxCK8KyI.1&jst=2 |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | Early release day [Parent-Teacher Conference window] Check the school calendar for early release time and conference window details. |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | Early Release Day for StudentsDistrict-wide Review the calendar for early dismissal time and any related information. |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | Parent/Teacher Conferences, 1:00 pmDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | Parent & Community Advisory Board (PCAB) MEETING Please check PCAB's Facebook page at facebook.com/bcpspcab for up-to-date virtual or in-person location information. |
| Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | Boss's Day |
| Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | Professional Development Day for Staff (schools closed for students) No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage. |
| Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | School Closed, Staff Professional Dev.District-wide |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Fri, Oct 23, 2026 | Early release day |
| Fri, Oct 23, 2026 | Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details. |
| Sat, Oct 24, 2026 | Citywide Baby Shower Baltimore City Judy Centers invites pregnant persons or parents with a child 6 months and younger to the Citywide Baby Shower on Saturday, October 24 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Carolyn Fuggett Center (801 Poplar Grove). Connect with community resources and meet other Baltimore families.Space is limited and registration is required: bit.ly/BaltimoreBabyShower26 |
| Thu, Oct 29, 2026 | GHEMS Fall Festival 26' Check the event notice for festival date, time and location details. |
| Tue, Nov 3, 2026 | Central Office and Schools Closed (Election Day) |
| Wed, Nov 4, 2026 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Fri, Nov 6, 2026 | Professional Development Day for Staff (schools closed for students) No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage. |
| Fri, Nov 6, 2026 | Professional Learning Day - School Closed for StudentsDistrict-wide |
| Sun, Nov 8, 2026 | Observance Day* |
| Mon, Nov 9, 2026 | SECAC Meeting The Special Education Citizens' Advisory Committee (SECAC) enables the Board of School Commissioners and district office staff to collaborate on special education issues and facilitate positive changes in the delivery of special education services.MeetingsMeetings are held from 6-8 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in Room 301.200 East North Avenue, Baltimore, MD. 21202 and virtually (unless otherwise noted). |
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Thu, Nov 19, 2026 | Parent & Community Advisory Board (PCAB) MEETING Please check PCAB's Facebook page at facebook.com/bcpspcab for up-to-date virtual or in-person location information. |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | Central Office and Schools Closed (Wellness Day and Holiday Break) Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | School and Office Closed, Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | Fall Break -- Schools CLOSEDDistrict-wide |
| Sun, Nov 29, 2026 | Thanksgiving breakDistrict-wide Thanksgiving holiday break |
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | Breakfast & Budget / School Family Council MeetingDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Dec 7, 2026 | Parent-Teacher Conference window Review the school calendar for the conference scheduling window and sign-up details. |
| Thu, Dec 10, 2026 | Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details. |
| Sat, Dec 12, 2026 | City Schools' School Choice Fair Review the fair notice for school choice information and details. |
| Mon, Dec 14, 2026 | SECAC Meeting The Special Education Citizens' Advisory Committee (SECAC) enables the Board of School Commissioners and district office staff to collaborate on special education issues and facilitate positive changes in the delivery of special education services.MeetingsMeetings are held from 6-8 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in Room 301.200 East North Avenue, Baltimore, MD. 21202 and virtually (unless otherwise noted). |
| Tue, Dec 15, 2026 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Thu, Dec 17, 2026 | Parent & Community Advisory Board (PCAB) MEETING Please check PCAB's Facebook page at facebook.com/bcpspcab for up-to-date virtual or in-person location information. |
| Fri, Dec 18, 2026 | Out of Uniform (OoU) -- Wear Ugly/Holiday Sweater or snowflakesDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 | Holiday CheerDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Wed, Dec 23, 2026 | Central Office closed - Winter Break Review the district calendar for closure dates and details. |
| Wed, Dec 23, 2026 | Winter Break - schools closed for students and staff |
| Wed, Dec 23, 2026 | Winte Break District-wide |
| Thu, Dec 31, 2026 | Central Office closed - Winter Break Review the district calendar for closure dates and details. |
| Tue, Jan 5, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Wed, Jan 6, 2027 | WIDA ACCESS Testing Window [Primary]District-wide |
| Fri, Jan 8, 2027 | Professional Development Day for Staff (schools closed for students) No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage. |
| Fri, Jan 8, 2027 | School Closed, Staff Professional Dev.District-wide |
| Mon, Jan 11, 2027 | SECAC Meeting Check the meeting notice for agenda items and participation details. |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | Early release day |
| Fri, Jan 15, 2027 | Early Release, Dismissal 11:25 amDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | School Closed - MLK ObservanceDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Jan 19, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Thu, Jan 21, 2027 | Parent & Community Advisory Board (PCAB) MEETING Please check PCAB's Facebook page at facebook.com/bcpspcab for up-to-date virtual or in-person location information. |
| Tue, Feb 2, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Fri, Feb 5, 2027 | Professional Development Day for Staff (schools closed for students) No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage. |
| Fri, Feb 5, 2027 | School Closed - Staff Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for closure details. |
| Sat, Feb 6, 2027 | Observance Day* |
| Mon, Feb 8, 2027 | Observance Day* |
| Mon, Feb 8, 2027 | SECAC Meeting The Special Education Citizens' Advisory Committee (SECAC) enables the Board of School Commissioners and district office staff to collaborate on special education issues and facilitate positive changes in the delivery of special education services.MeetingsMeetings are held from 6-8 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in Room 301.200 East North Avenue, Baltimore, MD. 21202 and virtually (unless otherwise noted). |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | School Closed - President's Day ObservanceDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Tue, Feb 16, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Thu, Feb 18, 2027 | Parent & Community Advisory Board (PCAB) MEETING Please check PCAB's Facebook page at facebook.com/bcpspcab for up-to-date virtual or in-person location information. |
| Mon, Mar 1, 2027 | Parent-Teacher Conference window Review the school calendar for the conference scheduling window and sign-up details. |
| Tue, Mar 2, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Thu, Mar 4, 2027 | [Tentative Hold] Breakfast & Budget / School Family Council MeetingDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Mar 4, 2027 | Parent-Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Check the school notice for conference scheduling and participation details. |
| Fri, Mar 5, 2027 | Professional Development Day for Staff (schools closed for students) No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage. |
| Fri, Mar 5, 2027 | Professional Learning Day -- Schools ClosedDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Mar 8, 2027 | SECAC Meeting The Special Education Citizens' Advisory Committee (SECAC) enables the Board of School Commissioners and district office staff to collaborate on special education issues and facilitate positive changes in the delivery of special education services.MeetingsMeetings are held from 6-8 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in Room 301.200 East North Avenue, Baltimore, MD. 21202 and virtually (unless otherwise noted). |
| Wed, Mar 10, 2027 | Schools closed - Wellness Day (Observance Day*) Review the district calendar for closure details and observance information. |
| Tue, Mar 16, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Thu, Mar 18, 2027 | Parent & Community Advisory Board (PCAB) MEETING Please check PCAB's Facebook page at facebook.com/bcpspcab for up-to-date virtual or in-person location information. |
| Thu, Mar 25, 2027 | Early release day |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 | Spring Break - schools closed for students and staff School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans. |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 | Central Office closed - Spring Break School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans. |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 | School CLOSED -- Spring BreakDistrict-wide School closed for spring break. Check camp and childcare plans. |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 | Early Release Day, Dismissal 11:25 amDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Apr 7, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Mon, Apr 12, 2027 | SECAC Meeting The Special Education Citizens' Advisory Committee (SECAC) enables the Board of School Commissioners and district office staff to collaborate on special education issues and facilitate positive changes in the delivery of special education services.MeetingsMeetings are held from 6-8 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in Room 301.200 East North Avenue, Baltimore, MD. 21202 and virtually (unless otherwise noted). |
| Thu, Apr 15, 2027 | Parent & Community Advisory Board (PCAB) MEETING Please check PCAB's Facebook page at facebook.com/bcpspcab for up-to-date virtual or in-person location information. |
| Tue, Apr 20, 2027 | Observance Day* |
| Tue, Apr 20, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Thu, Apr 22, 2027 | Observance Day* |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 | Observance Day* |
| Mon, May 3, 2027 | Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week District-wide Review the calendar for the full week of recognition events. |
| Tue, May 4, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Fri, May 7, 2027 | Professional Development Day for Staff (schools closed for students) No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage. |
| Fri, May 7, 2027 | Professional Development DayDistrict-wide No School - Baltimore City Public Schools |
| Mon, May 10, 2027 | Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide Check the school notice for appreciation week activities and dates. |
| Mon, May 10, 2027 | SECAC Meeting The Special Education Citizens' Advisory Committee (SECAC) enables the Board of School Commissioners and district office staff to collaborate on special education issues and facilitate positive changes in the delivery of special education services.MeetingsMeetings are held from 6-8 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in Room 301.200 East North Avenue, Baltimore, MD. 21202 and virtually (unless otherwise noted). |
| Mon, May 17, 2027 | Observance Day* |
| Mon, May 17, 2027 | Parent-Teacher Conference window Review the school calendar for the conference scheduling window and sign-up details. |
| Wed, May 19, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Thu, May 20, 2027 | Parent & Community Advisory Board (PCAB) MEETING Please check PCAB's Facebook page at facebook.com/bcpspcab for up-to-date virtual or in-person location information. |
| Mon, May 31, 2027 | School and Office Closed - Memorial DayDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Wed, Jun 2, 2027 | Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Fri, Jun 11, 2027 | Last Day of School - Early Release Day |
| Mon, Jun 14, 2027 | SECAC Meeting The Special Education Citizens' Advisory Committee (SECAC) enables the Board of School Commissioners and district office staff to collaborate on special education issues and facilitate positive changes in the delivery of special education services.MeetingsMeetings are held from 6-8 p.m. on the second Monday of each month in Room 301.200 East North Avenue, Baltimore, MD. 21202 and virtually (unless otherwise noted). |
| Tue, Jun 15, 2027 | Special Public Board Meeting Join the meeting |
| Thu, Jun 17, 2027 | Parent & Community Advisory Board (PCAB) MEETING Please check PCAB's Facebook page at facebook.com/bcpspcab for up-to-date virtual or in-person location information. |
| Fri, Jun 18, 2027 | Central Office and Schools Closed (Juneteenth observance) |
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