City Schools and Act Now will host a virtual conversation with CEO Dr. Sonja Brookins Santelises on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, from 12:45–2 p.m., focused on strengthening faith-based partnerships to support students, families, and communities. Register by 10 a.m. on September 2 to receive Zoom details on the day of the event: https://bit.ly/4lpNy9C
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Since 1829, Baltimore City Public Schools prepares its nearly 75,000 students for higher education and a life-sustaining career. We proudly serve our students through 164 schools and programs. Our important work is guided by our strategic plan: Building a Generation: City Schools’ Blueprint for Success and its three focus areas: literacy, student wholeness, and staff leadership. We are Baltimore City and we believe every student can succeed. We invite you to join us in this work. Learn more about our mission and victories by following us here or by visiting baltimorecityschools.org.
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External link for Baltimore City Public Schools
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- Primary and Secondary Education
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- 10,001+ employees
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- Baltimore, MD
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- Government Agency
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- Education, Teaching, Elementary, and Secondary
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200 E North Ave
Baltimore, MD 21202, US
Employees at Baltimore City Public Schools
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Kimberly Forsyth
Real Estate Development, Management, Residential and Commercial Real Estate Advisor w/Cummings & Co. Realtors
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Lynette Boswell Washington, Ph.D.
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Nia Washington-Plaskett, MPH
HR Consultant | Project Manager | GED & STEM Instructor | Small Business Owner | U.S. Army Veteran
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Tyleach Watkins, PMP, CSM, Prosci CCP
Manager, IT Support Systems - ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)
Updates
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UPDATE: For 2025-26, City Schools requires student cell phones to be off, put away, and secured during the day. Use only with teacher approval or in emergencies with permission. Parents, call the school to reach students. Details: https://lnkd.in/eikitWKj
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City Schools invites students, families, staff, and community members to help find the next CEO. The Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners is hosting six community forums as part of the CEO search process. Community input will help define the traits, experiences, and priorities that guide the search for the next leader of City Schools. Please provide your input—be part of the process. Read more: https://lnkd.in/egPkqpsV
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Calendar Reminder: Schools and offices are closed Monday, September 1. Remember that you can see all important dates on our calendar: https://lnkd.in/eXX9Nm2Z
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You can’t learn if you’re not here. Be present. Be ready. #BmoreAttendsSchool
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City Schools celebrates Baltimore Polytechnic Institute and Baltimore City College for earning recognition among Maryland’s top 25 high schools in the U.S. News and World Report’s Best High Schools list. Poly is ranked No. 10 statewide, with a national ranking of No. 498, and an overall score of 97.22 out of 100. City College is ranked No. 23 in Maryland, with a national rank of No. 947, and an overall score of 94.71 out of 100. https://lnkd.in/eF2b28Q3
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The new school year is here! City Schools is excited to see how our students, staff, and families are celebrating the first days back. Share your back-to-school photos—whether it’s your first-day outfit, a welcoming classroom, or a group of smiling friends—and add your memories to our Back-to-School Photo Wall: https://lnkd.in/eZ3TisPj #CitySchoolsFirstDay #CitySchoolsBackToSchool
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Vivien T. Thomas Medical Arts Academy is celebrating its namesake’s 115th birthday on Friday, August 29. Thomas, a medical pioneer without a medical degree, developed surgical techniques that saved thousands of children with heart defects. Principal Lori Bush said students carry forward his legacy each day.
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What a great way to start the school year! City Schools TV was on hand for the first day of school visits with CEO Dr. Sonja Brookins Santelises, Mayor Brandon Scott, and the Baltimore Police Department helicopter "Foxtrot!" #CitySchoolsBacktoSchool #CitySchoolsFirstDay
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Scenes from the first day at City Neighbors High School! The year is off to a strong start, and we’re excited to keep the momentum going. Show up every day for school, and let's have a great year! #CitySchoolsFirstDay #CitySchoolsBacktoSchool
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