CHS October Newsletter

Each month, below the calendar, you will see the maximum cumulative number of absences allowed for the school year to maintain a 90% attendance rate. Students must have 90% or high to continue in clubs Q2 on and attend events like Homecoming and Prom! Please encourage your child to attend every day!

Please follow us on instagram to stay up to date on school happenings and community events & resources: @chesapeakehs_bcps

The CHS website is a great resource for families. Informational Links about bus stops, the bell schedule, the handbook, monthly engagements calendars, and much more can all be found right on the main page of the website. There is also a tab for department contacts that have email contacts for all teachers and staff. As well as a translated resources page for Spanish speaking families.

Check out the Website today: https://chesapeakehs.bcps.org/

10-12th Graders must be eligible to purchase a ticket based off their 4th Quarter GPA (2.0+) and Attendance (90%+). Any Questions can be directed to their assigned administrator.

All Freshman are eligible to attend.

Tickets are $20 and can be purchased with exact CASH at the Bayhawk Branch at all Lunches.

Administration:

Principal, Mrs. Amy Tyler

Assistant Principal, Mrs. Holly Kern - Last Names A-F

Assistant Principal, Mr. Mike McWilliams - Last Names G-O

Assistant Principal, Mr. Logan Belinda - Last Names P-Z

Counselors:

Ms. Lindsey Withrow (lwithrow@bcps.org) - Last Names A-E & Department Chair

Ms. Jillian Ganley (jganley@bcps.org) - Last Names F-I (College & Career Counselor)

Mr. Thomas Geilfuss (tgeilfuss@bcps.org) - Last Names J-P

Mr. Bill Glass (bglass3@bcps.org)- Last Names Q-Z

Follow us on Instagram to keep up with all things CHS!

@bayhawkpepsquad & @chesapeakehs_bcps

All students are welcome to attend after school academic help each Tuesday. We have teacher support in English, Math, Science, Social Studies and World Languages. Students must sign up prior to 12pm (noon) each week. An activity bus is provided but a bus pass must be requested on the form.

Sign up each week to reserve a spot!

Any student, grades 10-12 is welcome to sign up to take the CEP exam also known as the ASVAB! The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a timed, multi-aptitude test used by the U.S. military to determine enlistment eligibility and job assignments. However, it also is a great way for students not considering military to learn more about themselves and what career skills they can grow. Mr. Scalice and Gunny will be running prep sessions after school on 10/27,11/4, 11/10, 11/11 for all students that want to prepare before the Nov 13th test (The CEP is during the school day). Please sign up here if you want to take the exam.

Many teens experience strong emotions such as stress, worry, frustration, sadness, or self-doubt. Sometimes these feelings can lead us to avoid challenges, withdraw from others, or feel stuck.

Level Up: Skills for Life School, and Success is a new evidence-based student group designed to help students build emotional resilience, confidence, and practical coping skills. Using strategies from the Unified Protocol for Adolescents (UP-A), students learn to manage difficult emotions more effectively, face challenges with confidence, and take actions that support their goals.

Recruitment begins In October!

Program Dates: December 2026 – February 2027

Meeting Dates: Mondays and Fridays

Cohort Size: 12 students. (3 groups of 4 students)

Students, parents, teachers, counselors, and administrators are invited to submit an interest form for consideration via this link: Level U.P: Parent Interest Form – Fill out form

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Program Dates: December-February

Meeting Dates: Mondays and Fridays during lunch periods

Cohort Size: 12 students.

Pedestrian and Bicycle safety has been at the top of many CHS student and teacher minds' since last Spring when we collaborated on a survey for a grant for a Feasibility Study about sidewalks and/or a bike path on Turkey Point leading to the school. Our Avid 11 students are leading a project to highlight the importance of safe routes to school on October 7th (wear your NEON for safety!). They have invited community members to come talk about their experiences and see what walking at dismissal is like! If you would like to attend this event please email jmyhre@baltimorecountymd.gov for more info! There will also be a Community Meeting about the Sidewalks on 11/18/26 at CHS so please save the date for that!

FALS students in Ms. Shields’ class have been working in the greenhouse to water plants and grow vegetables with the help of Mrs. Blevins. We are growing lettuce and tomatoes! We hope to be eating a yummy homegrown salad soon!

On September 16th, 20 CHS students along with our Career Navigator, Mr. Scalice, and our Work-based Learning Coordinator, Ms. Boyd, worked alongside skilled trade professionals to learn hands on skills for various trades and construction opportunities. It was a great way for students to learn about future careers and connect with educational pathways to do so!

On Saturday, September 26th, the CHS staff & football programs honored the amazing support from 8 Community Members to provide funding for additional football helmets. In August, we had the terrible problem of having too many interested kids for football and not enough helmets to keep everyone safe. A few quick phone calls to the Essex Community Development Corporation and our problem now had a solution. 8 Community members pulled together to raise almost $4,000 for 10 helmets allowing our program to grow and our students to be safe. We are beyond grateful for their swift action and support of CHS.

Thank you to Chrissy Erb for coordinating and to all of our donors:

• Delegate Ric Metzgar
• Cliff O’Connell – Cliffs Direct Effect
• Nathan Barlo – - Sr. VP of Ops, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center
• Todd Schuler - Blondell, Miller & Schuler - Injury Lawyers
• Lavin Reid – Reid’s Jerk Shack
• Mark Miller - Autumn Lake at Riverview
• Amy Stern – Essex Plaza

On Tuesday, September 29th, we played our Rivalry Game at Kenwood High School. The Battle of the Birds was created to spur fun and positive rivalry spirit between the two schools to increase school pride and community connection through sports! This year, this series of games is completely sponsored by community partners! Thanks to Essex Community Development Corporation, Yoga Mouth Collective, Essex Day, Essex/Middle River Heritage Society, Potomac Pizza, Weaver's Marina, Exile Fitness, Maryland Heating and Air, Ravens Nest 36, Trade Point Atlantic, Icy Delights, Fast Signs White Marsh, Mustangs Pizza and Delegate Ric Metzgar. Their donations went to purchase shits for players and fans and to host a participant party at the end of the year!

They Bluebirds came out on top this time, 3-0. But we are ready for them for Girls and Boys Basketball this winter and Lacrosse & Softball this Spring! Shout out to Alum, Abel Valencia, for the action shots from the game.

We had such a great time at the Essex Day Festival. We brought out all the old CHS yearbooks and got to connect with a ton of Bayhawk Alumni! It was so cool to hear about your memories from your time at CHS and also see the generations of Bayhawks together! If you would a like a copy of a yearbook for free, please fill out this form and our Community School Facilitator, Ms. Miller will reach out to you! Chesapeake's 50th anniversary is fast approaching and we would love to increase our alumni network for that!

We had 613 students with perfect attendance for the week of 9/14-9/18 get acknowledged on Tuesday, Sept 22nd. That is 70% of our school! Please keep encouraging your student(s) to be present!

If your child missed getting at treat this time, we will be doing random celebration days for 'Perfect Week Attendance' each month through the school year. Being present EVERY DAY is the best way to increase their chances.

We also have an awesome incentive coming on 10/23 for all students with 90% attendance and above by 10/22. We will have a BMX tour assembly (pd 2) along with a peta2 Ice Cream Truck at all lunches on 10/23!

Every absence, excused or unexcused impacts the attendance rate so to meet the goal, students have to be present every day possible. Students were shown yesterday how to check their attendance rate on focus during Grade Checks so they should be keeping a close eye on it. Parents should also be getting updates from the school. In order to attend the 10/23 assembly, a student cannot miss more than 4 days total for the combined school year to date.

Lastly, shout out to the JUNIORS for having the Highest Attendance Rate so far this school year!

Overall school wide attendance rate: 93.01% (which is our goal!!!)

Student Meal Account Information: https://www.bcps.org/foodandnutrition/student_meal_account

Weekly Menus:

https://bcps.nutrislice.com/menu/bcps-weekly-menus/weekly-menus

BCPS has purchased a new tool to help connect families and teachers more directly. Teachers can text the primary contact in focus and it will translate to the contact's native language, automatically. We hope this will help increase two way communication with all families and improve student achievement.

Download for Iphone App Store here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/families-talkingpoints/id1320244591

See if you are eligible for discount phone and internet services:

Telephone and Internet Discount Program

• The new federal law introduces major restrictions on who can receive health coverage.
• Medicaid Eligibility (Effective Oct. 1, 2026): The federal government will limit Medicaid to only Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), Cuban-Haitian entrants, and COFA migrants. This means other lawfully present immigrant groups—including refugees, asylees, and other groups will no longer qualify for Medicaid. These changes do not impact children or pregnant women.
• Immigrant’s eligibility for health plans are changing because of new Federal rules. The Maryland Department of Health has many resources on the Medicaid Immigration Status Requirements page.
• Maryland Health Connection’s FAQs for Immigrant Families
• Maryland Department of Health consumer fact sheet “Changes for Non-citizens” and in Spanish
• Maryland Health Connection’s Medicaid Check In page details all the upcoming changes for Marylanders with Medicaid

Questions regarding this information should be directed to Jenny Garrison for more information. https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/health/outreach-event-request

DHS has developed a communications toolkit to help Marylanders understand changes to the SNAP program resulting from H.R.1. Some SNAP customers must now report work hours to keep their nutrition benefits. Please use these resources to spread the word and educate yourself. New and updated materials will be added as they are developed.

The BCPS School Based Health Clinic supports ALL students (with or without health insurance) at Chesapeake. In order for a student to receive care, they must sign up for the services via their BCPS FOCUS account.

We will have a health care provider in the Health Suite All Day on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the school year. No insurance is required to be seen, just make sure your child is registered through FOCUS (step to register are below). If you have insurance, you will be able to upload the card and they can bill directly.

School Based Health Clinics can provide support for Acute illnesses, Asthma Maintenance, Depression and Mental Health support and screenings, Sport Physicals, Vaccinations and much more! Please email Joahnna Fournier at jfournier@baltimorecoutnymd.gov with any questions. She will also be at back to school night to answer questions and help sign up families.

Find additional Information on our School Website: School Based Health Clinic

Schoology groups are created to share information outside of courses for specific groupings. AP Students, Graduation Cohorts, CHS Hub (School wide) , and various clubs all have different groups where they share info. To join groups once you have logged into Schoology, click Groups at the top, and then click the My Groups link on the top right corner, on the next page click join group on the right and enter the join code.

The CHS Hub is where all the School wide news, events, and information is posted. To join the CHS HUB on Schoology, use join code WMTMX-CXF6X.

Each Graduating Class also has their own group to discuss class events and class dues and fundraisers, The join codes for those are listed below in bold:

Class of 2027: MWBM-K6TF-HHGZ8

Class of 2028: KFN4-4HRS-BVF42

Class of 2029: 62H4-MMMJ-CZ4FZ

Class of 2030: 6DS4-FF77-73G4C

If you or your family are in need of support and cannot make the distribution day, do not hesitate to reach out to our community school facilitator, Ms. Miller, at smiller18@bcps.org and she will set up an appointment. We have food, clothing and school supplies available.

Paying for college can feel overwhelming—but there are more opportunities than ever to make college affordable. Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS), in partnership with the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC), is bringing college and financial aid information directly to families through CCBC Nights at BCPS schools and regional FAFSA events.

Whether your student is a senior preparing for college, a junior beginning to explore options, or simply a family looking for ways to reduce the cost of higher education, these events are designed to help you understand your options and take the next step.

These events will provide families with an opportunity to receive personalized assistance with the FAFSA and learn more about financial aid options.

Bring your questions—and, when appropriate, the information needed to complete the FAFSA—and let us help you take the next step.

BCPS Regional FAFSA Events

• October 12, Virtual, 6-8 pm
• October 13, New Town High School, 6-8 pm
• October 14, Parkville High School, 6-8 pm
• October 15, Dundalk High School, 6-8 pm

Learn more at https://www.ccbcmd.edu/direct

College Representative visits begin in a couple of weeks! Sign up this year will be in Xello- instructions are posted below. Be sure to check regularly and message Ms. Ganley with any questions.

All classes collect dues each year to support yearly class events and to prepare for prom and senior year events. Each student is expected to pay $15 per year they attend CHS. This money is going directly to their class fund to reduce ticket costs to students. Payment links can be found below by class.

Class Advisors' emails:

Shaun Downey - sdowney2@bcps.org

Lindsey Withrow - lwithrow@bcps.org

Class dues payment link - Class of '27

Class of 2027 Instagram: @chs.co2027

Please reach out to advisors with any Class Specific Questions.

📅 November 5 | Senior Roadshow Session Day | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM

• Choose the experience that is best for you. If you want the full VIP experience, go Elite! You’ll get a private photographer, hair and make-up styling options, unlimited studio scenes, Elite outdoor destinations, and more. If you want the basics, a Traditional session is right for you. If you want a few scenes and an outdoor scene, you’d love a Most Popular session. All session types include your required yearbook scene(s).

• How you preview your photos depends on your session. Traditional sessions will receive previews in the mail with a Portfolio display you can purchase. Elite and Most Popular sessions enjoy a private Photo Presentation, led by talented Experience Ambassadors that guide you through selecting and ordering your portraits.

• Session fees do not include prints, digitals or any other products, but there are several purchasing options available after you have completed your session. Sitting fees are:

• "Simple" $29 - 1 scene
• "Standard" $59 - 2 scenes
• "Legacy" $79 - 3 scenes
• "Most Popular" $129 - 4 scenes

📅 January 19 | Senior Photo Submission Deadline
If a senior takes their photo with a company other than CADY, their photo must be submitted to CADY by January 19 (Email ASlone@bcps.org to submit)

Buy Now: https://osp.osmsinc.com/BaltimoreCountyMD/BVModules/ProductTemplates/Bvc2013/Product.aspx?productid=EI584-262

Class Advisors' emails:

Rachel Weiman- rwilson16@bcps.org

Courtney Rohde - crohde@bcps.org

Class dues payment link - Class of '28

Class of 2028 Instagram: @chs.co2028

Click image above for link to opt in for juniors.

Class Advisors' emails:

Becky Lynagh - rlynagh@bcps.org

Tara Funkhouser - tfunkhouser@bcps.org

Class dues payment link - Class of '29

Class of 2029 Instagram: @chs.co2029

Class Advisors' emails:

Madi Tata - mtata@bcps.org

Pam Tomney - ptomney@bcps.org

Class dues payment link - Class of '30

Class of 2030 Instagram: @chs.co2030

The focus for this month will be Financial Services / Management, and Entrepreneurship. Studies in this career pathway include planning, organizing, directing and evaluating business functions essential to efficient and productive business operations. If you want to own your own business or want to be a integral part of a successful company, this world of work is for you. From Marketing to Accounting, Sales to Stocks... the job options are vast.

Possible Financial Services / Management, and Entrepreneurship via CCBC:

• Business Administration: https://catalog.ccbcmd.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=47&poid=27044

• Accounting: https://www.ccbcmd.edu/Programs-and-Courses-Finder/Program/accounting-aas.html

• Sports Management: https://www.ccbcmd.edu/Programs-and-Courses-Finder/Program/sports-management-humanities-and-social-sciences-area-of-concentration.html

• Essentials Skills for Entrepreneurs: https://www.ccbcmd.edu/Programs-and-Courses-Finder/ConEd-Program/essential-skills-for-entrepreneurs.html
• Food Truck Operator: https://www.ccbcmd.edu/Programs-and-Courses-Finder/ConEd-Program/food-truck-operator.html
• Certified BookKeeper Certificate: https://www.ccbcmd.edu/Programs-and-Courses-Finder/Program/certified-bookkeeping-certificate.html

Guest Speakers coming to CHS this Month:

• Island View Waterfront – Jessica Laing-Heddings (Week of October 9th from 9:30am – 10:30am): Do you enjoy being on the water? Love the idea of entertaining and creating memorable experiences? Maybe you’re the person who enjoys planning parties, organizing events, and making sure every detail comes together. If so, this could be an opportunity you won’t want to miss!
• Stevenson University – Erin Steinberg (Monday, October 12th from 9:30am – 10:30am): Are you interested in how money, businesses, and organizations work? Do you see yourself making financial decisions, leading a team, or turning creative ideas into a successful business? Explore Stevenson University’s programs in Financial Services, Management, and Entrepreneurship to discover which path might be the right fit for your interests and strengths.
• First Financial Federal Credit Union (Tuesday, October 20th from 9:30am – 10:30am): Are you someone who is interested in finances and would like to learn more about the banking industry? If so, there's an opportunity for you! A representative from First Financial Federal Credit Union will be here to discuss what it's like to be a part of one of Baltimore's best credit unions.

• Real Estate – Chris Drewer, eXp Reality (Thursday October 29th from 9:30am – 10:30am): Have you ever wondered what is was like to work for yourself? Would you like to learn more about Real Estate and the skills needed to be successful in such a competitive field? If so, come hear what one of the area’s top local realtors has to say.

Here is a list of current job postings from our Work Based Learning Coordinator, Ms. Boyd:

Middle River, Target. Hiring for Seasonal Help

https://corporate.target.com/jobs/w84/36/guest-advocate-cashier-or-front-of-store-attendant-cart-attendant-t1970

Rosedale, Five Below, Hiring for Seasonal Help

https://careers.fivebelow.com/us/en/job/JR96387/Seasonal-Sales-Associate-202-Golden-Ring-MD-21237

If your student (anyone under 18) is trying to get a job, they will need a work permit. Once a student accepts a job offer, they must complete a work permit and enter their place of employment and personal contact information. They then print the form and take it to their place of work to keep on file.

Work permits are found online at: https://www.dllr.state.md.us/ChildWorkPermit/web/content/Home.aspx

The following agencies are approved partners for Baltimore County Public School's (BCPS) student service learning requirement. Agencies will be added to this list on an ongoing basis.

B&O Railroad Museum

Chesapeake Bay Association, Inc.

Deaf Shalom Zone, Inc.

Gallagher Services

Goucher Prison Education Partnership

I AM MENtality | Baltimore County Volunteers (baltimorecountymd.gov)

Lutheran Social Services of National Capital Area (LSSNCA)

Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland

St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore

The Boone Foundation, Inc.

There Goes My Hero

Winfield RAC

Yieldcamp, LTD | Baltimore County Volunteers (baltimorecountymd.gov)

If you volunteer anywhere, helping the community be sure to fill out the form below and turn it in to Mr. Lalia (dlalia@bcps.org). Summer is a GREAT time to get your hours knocked out!

Please find a day to sign up for the Polar Express here.

What is the Polar Express?

The Christmas story of one boy抯 journey to the North Pole to meet Santa on a magical train. The Museum is transformed to tell the story of the Polar Express, with actors, dancers, and decorations across the museum.

What will I be doing?

We have multiple roles volunteering for The Polar Express, including: Set Up (select days), Greeters, Boarding Line Attendants, Craft Table Host, Santa Photo Line Attendant, Roundhouse Attendants. You will be assigned to one of these roles on the day of your service. All instructions for how to do these roles will be provided. If you have volunteered for Polar Express before and prefer a role, please reach out to Sam Hughes.

How do I start/end my shift?

Please arrive to our main museum campus at the start of your scheduled shift time at 901 W. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD, 21223. When you walk in our front door, there will be a Volunteer Sign-In station and a Museum staff member will walk you through your role and duties. You will get a volunteer badge and a complimentary meal for all Polar Express Show volunteers . For Kids Craft Table and Set Up volunteers, please plan for your own lunch . Once your shift is complete, head back to the front entrance, sign out, and leave your Volunteer badge at the desk.

What should I wear?

All things festive and in the Holiday spirit are encouraged but not required. There are some roles that are stationed inside and outside, so please be dressed in layers and ready for any weather.

What if I need to cancel, reschedule, or add to my shift?

For all changes in your volunteer time and schedule, please contact out Education Direction, Sam Hughes either by phone or email at 443-627-2393 or shughes@nationalrailroad.org

Want to earn SSL hours? The Essex Volunteer Fire Company is planning a project comprised mostly of planting a mixture of shrubs/trees on a property they own in Essex. It will also have minor beautification aspects like mulching. They could really use some extra hands and it would be a great opportunity to connect with them especially if you are interested in a career in Firefighting or EMS services. Reach out to Nikolai Brodie at nbrodie@essexvfc.org

The online Baltimore County Volunteer Center connects people of all ages and abilities with local nonprofits and public agencies, to tap into the skills and talents of community members by engaging them in meaningful service. This initiative is sponsored by the Baltimore County Department of Aging and in partnership with Galaxy Digital.

Explore this free tool for volunteer opportunities—register as a volunteer or search for current opportunities according to your location or areas of interest. Nonprofit or government agencies are also invited to use this platform to advertise their volunteer opportunities.

We highly encourage all students for join a club or sport this school year. Check out this list that breaks down each club offered and give you a description of the club and a teacher to contact for more information. We will have a get involved fair at all lunches on Sept 10th for students to sign up for clubs they are interested in and to learn more.

Here is a list of the clubs that are happening at the 'peake this school year!

Honor Societies are programs that students are invited to participate in based on grades and performance in various subjects. Students can connect with advisors of each group for more info.

Visit the CHS Athletics Page for more information on registering.

Winter Sports begin Nov 16th - Q1 impacts eligibility.

Tickets can be purchased via GoFAN: https://gofan.co/app/school/MD12676

The Chesapeake High School Sports Boosters are excited to welcome everyone back for the 2026–2027 athletic seasons! As a nonprofit organization, the Sports Boosters proudly support all Chesapeake athletic programs during the Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons. Every membership, volunteer hour, and fundraiser helps provide valuable resources and opportunities that directly benefit our student-athletes.

Our Boosters meet on the third Wednesday of each month to discuss the success of our athletic programs, review concession stand proceeds, and plan upcoming events such as bake sales, spaghetti dinners, spirit nights, fundraising campaigns, and many other activities that support our teams throughout the year.

We are looking for parents, alumni, community members, and supporters who are willing to become involved. Whether you can provide leadership, volunteer at events, or simply become a member, your support makes a meaningful difference for our students and athletic programs.

Become an active member today for just $10.00! That's Right JUST $10.00! Help us continue providing outstanding opportunities for Chesapeake student athletes. Together, we can make the 2026–2027 school year our best yet! Fill out your membership form at: https://forms.gle/wmnpSEhLwrrdUp1X6 and be sure to include your payment. A QR code is available for payment via Venmo (@sports-boosters-chs) online below. Go BAYHAWKS!

Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 486 Training School will be hosting an Open House on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at our Baltimore School, located at 1201 66th Street, Baltimore, MD 21237.

The Open House is open to anyone interested in learning more about our Apprenticeship Program, including high school students, recent graduates, career changers, and individuals interested in pursuing a career in the skilled trades.

During the Open House, attendees will have the opportunity to:

• Tour our classrooms and hands-on lab spaces
• Learn about the skilled trades we offer
• Meet current apprentices and instructors
• Ask questions about the application process and career opportunities

2027–2028 Applications

We will begin accepting applications for the 2027–2028 school year on November 2, 2026. Applications will be accepted through November 30, 2026, with classes beginning in September 2027.

To learn more about our Apprenticeship Program, please visit http://secure-web.cisco.com/1Xgmmi_VvFvLuRdyF1jygpuzqhRU-xnVKI4_5pedyy36PeOVHZsyvHfKXuU9iwuiH3oqNnjiBKfnHxEL0tH04SMjBD_Q_lqPLxOivp77QXu-rQsGyFuV47vzXIvrFaUxZ1B_z8lu45cq93Rh45IIkZaiiWvJGtw_f_gim7Vm-CjaMFyu4bSo4n69FzDlkXZ7iZnSLFUX648095qOlOMeNfqDweM9rzTlM3XucCm9vibPtQ8lCM3HqW4kUVRboPZoYf_DOLNMGc373Z4W7nKMIQIbXQk4ru_YKiOnRKPgIIxvGoNwO2LaTHqUXLs2KXR2vxilk2MhlkAMkIpBYZYg2iqXc-_4Y-0IHVOs5cDQeTQ9lCn0pqfzfah-HpOTlaSrVosUjRGPLG-AYp29hUPszq7r6a20lnFLkPgxUgyeegZoVufuCMcvF17VKhOfB6SxLIUyIDG4b8lvhQ2f5MKYrGQ/http%3A%2F%2Fwww.getpiping.com

Link to survey: https://survey.sogolytics.com/survey/form?k=RQsRXTPYYsRYUsPsPsP&lang=0

Join us on Monday, October 5 th at Towson University for the Community Leader Summit.

Hear from Baltimore County leaders, join expert-led workshops, and learn more about resources to better serve and strengthen your community.

District 7 Libraries:

Essex- Essex | Baltimore County Public Library

North Point- North Point | Baltimore County Public Library

*Please note that that North Point branch will be closed beginning June 4th for an HVAC replacement project

Sollers Point- Sollers Point | Baltimore County Public Library

Senior Center Newsletters:

Essex- FATA Online

Rosedale- FATA Online

Ateaze- FATA Online

Edgemere- FATA Online

Fleming- FATA Online

Redistricting:

For questions regarding redistricting, please go here: District Maps | Baltimore County Government

Council District 7 Community Updates:

The Community Updates are designed to help you stay current with zoning, development and capital construction in your neighborhood. This bimonthly update is a compilation of meetings, hearings and announcements related to zoning, development and capital construction for Council District 7 can be found here: https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/departments/communityupdates/d7

County Connect Newsletter:

You can sign up for the County Connect newsletter here: Community Updates

Youth Connection Newsletter:

You can sign up for the Youth Connection newsletter here: Baltimore County Youth Connection

Recreation and Parks Newsletter:

You can sign up for the Rec & Parks newsletter here: Email Newsletter from the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks

Baltimore County Department of Health and Human Services:

You can sign up for alerts, news, and information about events delivered to your inbox here: sign up

Baltimore County’s Midge Suppression Program:

Baltimore County Department of Environmental Protection and Sustainability (DEPS) is continuing its program of aerial midge suppression treatments along the county’s eastern shorelines to reduce nuisance populations of swarming midges. Trained, certified technicians conduct the spraying in accordance with MDE and MDA regulations and industry best practices, spraying a Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (Bti)-based, non-toxic naturally-occurring larvicide from a low-flying helicopter during daylight hours. To learn more: https://mda.maryland.gov/plants-pests/Documents/Midge-Program-FAQ.pdf

To report hotspots of nuisance midge populations, visit the Nuisance Midge Reporter online mapping tool.

Community and Business Associations:

Do you represent a community or business association? If so, please view the list of associations maintained by the Department of Planning here: https://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/files/departments/planning/documents/communityassociations.pdf

If your association’s information needs to be updated with the Department of Planning, please do so here: Community and Business Associations | Baltimore County Government

Click the Pdf Below to learn more about these opportunities from CAN.

• *Low-Income Services | Baltimore Co. | Community Assistance Network, In
• *Housing-Home Modifications
• *Homeless Shelters & Housing Programs | canconnects
• *Housing Stability | Baltimore County Government
• *Emergency Assistance - Maryland Department of Human Services

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Search our online, local resource directory for free or low-cost services to support your family, such as help with medical care, food, utilities, transportation and more.

Baltimore County has a new web tool displaying community partner food distribution sites across the County.

Developed by Baltimore County’s BCSTAT team, the Food Pantry Locator web tool includes detailed information about community food access locations. Residents should enter an address or select "Use my location" and adjust the distance slider to view food pantries near them; selecting a pantry's entry in the list will reveal contact information, hours of operation, and special instructions.

Please read through this article for more information about the program and other food assistance resources: Baltimore County Releases New Food Pantry Locator (baltimorecountymd.gov)

As a result of Baltimore County's participation in the CEP Program, which provides free breakfast and lunch to students, all families are eligible to receive a discount of $30 per month off your internet bill. Please visit GetInternet.Gov to apply and/or ask questions.

https://getinternet.gov/apply?ln=RW5nbGlzaA%3D%3D

Check out these BCPS approved providers:

GIFTS Psych

The Children's Guild

Thrive Behavioral Health

BMORE Counseling

Key Point Health Services - Dundalk

Changing Lives at Home, Mental Health, INC.

GIFTS, Children's Guild and Thrive all meet with students within the CHS building weekly. You can reach out to your student's counselor for help with a referral if you are interested.

Attendance: Regular school attendance has a direct impact on a student’s academic success. It is the key to high school graduation and college and career readiness. Research has proven that students who regularly attend school and are on time are more likely to read on grade level, less likely to drop out of school, and more likely to attend all classes that have been assigned to them. Our goal as a school this year is to have 93% attendance or higher!

If a student must be absent from school, the student must present an absence note to the Main Office within 3 days after returning to school. The note must include the student's name, grade level, date of absence, the reason for the absence and must be signed by a parent or guardian. If a student is absent for more than three consecutive days, a doctor/physician's note must also be presented. Notes can be directly uploaded into Focus by using the steps outlined in the Parent Guide below.

Early Dismissal: Requests for early dismissal should be brought to the Main Office before 7:45 AM. The notes must be signed by a parent/guardian with the time and date to be excused, a parent contact number, and the reason for the early dismissal. Unplanned early dismissals must be arranged by the nurse or the Main Office. Students must sign out in the Main Office before leaving school property. Anyone who signs the student out must have a valid ID and be on our list of those who have approval to pick up the student. Therefore, we must have correct contact information on file yearly.

Lateness: To maximize instructional time, it is important that students arrive on time to school. For a student to be counted as present for a full day, the student must be in attendance four hours or more of the school day. All students who arrive after 7:45 AM must sign in at the late check-in kiosk in the main lobby to pick up a late pass before being admitted to class. A signed note from a guardian explaining the reason for the lateness is required at the time of arrival in order for the lateness to be excused. More information on the Lateness procedure below.

All students are expected to be in their classrooms by 7:45am. All late students, arriving to school or class after 7:45 AM, are expected to scan in at the Attendance Kiosk. The Attendance Kiosk is in the main entrance vestibule and will be operated by one of our secretaries. Students must have access to their BCPS Student ID barcode to scan in at the kiosk. All student have access to their ID badge via their FOCUS App. Steps for how to access your ID Badge via the Team BCPS Focus App linked below.

Attendance Kiosk Procedure:

· After the 7:45 AM bell, students arriving late, and students still in the halls and not on time for class, will be expected to sign-in at the Attendance Kiosk.

· The Kiosk will scan the student’s ID and mark them as tardy in Focus.

· The Kiosk will provide a “Tardy Slip” that includes the students name, ID, teacher, and room number. The “Tardy Slip” will serve as the students pass to class.

For any technical issues with student devices, please use our Technology Consult Form:

Submitting this form ensures the issue is properly tracked and addressed. Without a submitted request, we are not aware there's a problem.This process allows us to prioritize and resolve issues more efficiently.

Students were given handbook presentations on Wednesday September 3rd and all Freshman will had additional presentations in their Earth Systems classes on September 9th and 10th . All students have been asked to sign the handbook acknowledgement form electronically.