BDF Middle School Falcon Updates

Greetings MS Families!

Welcome to another exciting year at Benjamin D. Foulois Creative and Performing Arts Academy! I am honored to begin my 13th year at Foulois, my 31st year in education, and my 4th year as an assistant principal. Before becoming an assistant principal, I spent 21 years teaching students in grades 2–8, and another 6 years as an instructional lead teacher and testing coordinator, experiences that continue to shape my work with students, staff, and families.

As a sports enthusiast, music lover, and lifelong educator, I enjoy working with others to achieve common goals and celebrating the accomplishments of our students. I firmly believe that every student can meet high academic and social expectations when those expectations are clearly taught, consistently reinforced, and supported through strong partnerships between home and school.

Communication is important to me, and I encourage families to stay connected with staff and administration through email throughout the school year. I look forward to working with you to make this a productive, successful, and memorable year for every student.

I'm looking forward to a fantastic school year!

Sherman S. Hunter, III

Assistant Principal

August 24th

• New Student Orientation / Transition Day (9:30a - 1:20p)

August 25th

• 1st Day of School for ALL Students
• PTO General Body Meeting

August 27th

• Admin Back-to-School Night (Virtual)

September 1st

• Student Code of Conduct Assemblies

September 7th

• No School - Labor Day 🚩

September 14th-October 2nd

• BDF Read-a-Thon Fundraiser

September 15th

• Back-to-School Night (In-person)

September 16th

• No School for Students - Teacher PD 🚩

September 17th

• Book Fair Parent Night

September 21st

• No School - Yom Kippur 🚩

September 22nd

• PTO General Body Meeting

Delayed Opening

• ONE-Hour Delayed Opening Schedule
• TWO-Hour Delayed Opening Schedule

Early Dismissal

• THREE-Hour Early Dismissal Schedule

September

8th Grade T-Shirts Contest (PDF Link)

• September 30th ... Design Submission Deadline

October

8th Grade Parent Night (PDF Link)

• October 7th ... In-Person @ 6:00 p.m. (BDF Cafeteria)

• Administrative Procedure 6144.1 - Contract
• BDF Dress Code Policy (Updated for 2026-27)
• PGCPS Cell Phone Policy
• PGCPS Students Rights and Responsibilities Handbook (Will be updated for 2026-27)
• PGCPS Student Rights and Responsibilities Contract (Will be updated for 2026-27)

Tryouts will be announced.

Fall Sports

• Boy's Baseball
• Girl's Softball

Winter Sports

• Boy's Basketball
• Girl's Basketball
• Cheerleading

Spring Sports

• Boy's Soccer
• Girl's Soccer

Sports Physical Form

MPSSAA Physical Form (Required)

• ParentVUE
• Student Chromebook Device Agreement
• Transportation
• Volunteer

Birthday Celebrations

• Parents are welcome to celebrate student birthdays under the following conditions:
• Grade-level administrator's approval... at least 24-hours in advance (same day approval will not be permitted)
• Only celebrated during lunch time on the date approved by administrator
• Only pre-packaged items (i.e.- cupcakes, chips, cookies, etc.) may be delivered to the main office prior to lunch time
• Enough celebration items for the student's homeroom class only

Food Deliveries

• Benjamin D. Foulois CPA Academy will not accept food deliveries (i.e.- Uber Eats, Doordash, etc.) for students during the school day. NO exceptions!

Vending Machines

• The vending machines are prohibited during school hours (9am-4:30pm).

When should a parent request a conference?

• A conference may be helpful if your child is experiencing any of the following:
• A noticeable drop in grades or academic performance.
• Difficulty understanding classwork or completing assignments.
• Frequent missing or incomplete assignments.
• Concerns about attendance or repeated tardiness.
• Changes in behavior, motivation, or classroom participation.
• Social or peer relationship concerns that may affect learning.
• Questions about assessment results, grading, or academic progress.
• The need for additional academic support, interventions, or enrichment opportunities.
• Concerns about organization, study habits, or time management.
• Questions about your child's overall adjustment to school or classroom expectations.

How can a parent request a conference?

• When there is a specific concern about the academic performance and/or behavior in one subject, communicate directly with the teacher via email and include the grade level administrator.
• When there is a specific concern about the academic performance and/or behavior in more than one subject, request a conference with the professional school counselor (Mrs. Reynolds) via email and include the grade level administrator.

Administrators:

• Ms. Hogue | Principal
• Mrs. Hawkins | ES Assistant Principal
• Mr. Hunter | MS Assistant Principal
• Mrs. Barnes | Arts Program Coordinator

Administrative Assistants/Team Home Base

• Ms. Gorham | Principal Secretary
• Ms. Holmes | Registrar
• Ms. Halsey | Secretary I

Professional School Counselors

• Mrs. Colbert | Elementary
• Mrs. Reynolds | Middle School

Social-Emotional Support Counselor

• Ms. J. Smith | K-8

Instructional Specialists & Resource Teachers

• Mrs. Watson-Bell | Special Education Coordinator
• Mr. R. Williams | Special Education Teacher
• Ms. Dunn | Special Education Teacher
• Ms. Stefanak | School Testing Coordinator
• Ms. D. Smith | Athletic Director

Website:

• www.pgcps.org/benjaminfoulois

• 4601 Beauford Road, Morningside, MD

Phone:

• (301) 817-0300

• August/September