Words to the Wise

Dear Students, Parents, and Guardians,

As the school year draws to a close, we want to celebrate our students' hard work and achievements. We are proud of the progress each student has made and are excited about the summer ahead. To keep the momentum going, we've included some fun summer facts and recommendations to continue learning in English Language Arts (ELA) and Math over the break. Moreover, you will find several educational trips your family may enjoy over the summer months.

Fun Summer Facts:

• Longest Day of the Year: The summer solstice, around June 21st, is the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere, offering the most daylight hours.
• Fireflies' Light: Fireflies use their glowing light to attract mates and communicate. Each species has its own unique flashing pattern.
• Summer Fruits: Watermelon is a staple summer fruit and is about 92% water, making it a refreshing treat on hot days.
• Beach Fun: The world's longest beach is in Brazil - Praia do Cassino, stretching over 150 miles.
• History of Ice Cream: The concept of ice cream dates back to ancient China, where a milk and rice mixture was packed in snow to freeze.
• Maryland blue crabs are a summer favorite: Many Baltimore families and visitors enjoy traditional crab feasts featuring steamed blue crabs seasoned with Maryland spices.

Recommendations for Continuing Learning

English Language Arts (ELA):

Summer Reading Challenge:

• Set a goal to read a certain number of books this summer.
• Explore different genres such as mystery, fantasy, historical fiction, and non-fiction.
• Participate in local library programs that often offer summer reading challenges with incentives.

Writing Journal:

• Keep a summer journal. Write about daily activities, vacations, or creative stories.
• Practice different writing styles: narrative, persuasive, and descriptive.

Educational Websites and Apps:

• Use apps like [Epic!](https://www.getepic.com/), [Storybird](https://storybird.com/), and [Grammarly](https://www.grammarly.com/) to enhance reading and writing skills.

Math:

Real-Life Math:

• Involve math in daily activities like cooking (measuring ingredients), shopping (calculating discounts and totals), and travel planning (distance and time calculations).

Math Games and Puzzles:

• Engage in games that involve math skills such as Sudoku, chess, and online math games like [Prodigy](https://www.prodigygame.com/) and [Khan Academy](https://www.khanacademy.org/).

Workbooks and Practice Sheets:

• Purchase summer math workbooks or print practice sheets from websites like [Education.com](https://www.education.com/) or [IXL](https://www.ixl.com/).

Educational Summer Trips Around Baltimore, MD

Exploring the rich history and diverse culture of Baltimore, MD, and its surroundings can be both educational and fun. Here are some excellent destinations for educational summer trips:

• Maryland Science Center: Located at Baltimore's Inner Harbor, this center offers hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and an observatory. It's a great place for kids to learn about science, technology, and space.
• National Aquarium: Also at the Inner Harbor, the National Aquarium features thousands of marine animals and immersive exhibits. It’s a fantastic place to learn about marine biology and conservation.
• Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine: Visit the birthplace of the U.S. national anthem. Fort McHenry offers historical reenactments, educational tours, and a museum detailing its significance during the War of 1812.
• The Walters Art Museum: Located in the Mount Vernon neighborhood, this museum offers a diverse collection of art from around the world. Admission is free, making it an accessible educational resource for exploring art history.
• Baltimore Museum of Industry: This museum highlights Baltimore’s industrial past and offers interactive exhibits on manufacturing, shipping, and technology. It’s a great way to learn about local history and industry.
• B&O Railroad Museum: Discover the history of American railroading at this museum, which features historic locomotives, model trains, and interactive exhibits. It's a fantastic spot for history and engineering enthusiasts.
• Port Discovery Children's Museum: Ideal for younger children; this museum offers interactive exhibits and educational programs that encourage learning through play.
• Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture: This museum offers exhibits and programs focused on the history and culture of African Americans in Maryland. It’s an important educational resource for understanding local and national history.
• Cylburn Arboretum: Explore the gardens, trails, and greenhouses of this urban oasis. It’s a great spot for learning about botany, ecology, and environmental science.
• Historic Ships in Baltimore: Visit several historic ships, including the USS Constellation, a Civil War-era ship. Each vessel offers educational tours that cover different aspects of maritime history.
• Hampton National Historic Site: Located just outside Baltimore in Towson, this historic estate offers tours of the mansion, slave quarters, and gardens, providing insights into American history and the lives of those who lived and worked there.
• Howard Peters Rawlings Conservatory and Botanic Gardens: Located in Druid Hill Park, this conservatory offers a beautiful collection of plants from around the world, making it an excellent spot for learning about botany and horticulture.

Each of these destinations offers unique educational opportunities, combining fun and learning to make the most of your summer trips around Baltimore.

Over the summer, please keep an eye out for email/texts/or phone calls from School Messenger. It’s important to stay connected with our school community. We will be sending out important updates, announcements, and information via School Messenger. Please ensure that your contact information is up to date to receive these messages. You will also receive a summer mailer with important information regarding the start of the 2026-2027 school year. The following suggestions may also help:

• Check Email for Updates: Look for emails and texts from School Messenger for important school information, including the upcoming school year calendar, enrollment details, and summer programs.
• Update Contact Information: If you have recently changed your phone number or email address, please contact the school office to update your details on our system.
• Stay Connected: Regularly check your email and phone messages to stay informed about any news or changes over the summer.

We hope these tips and facts add some fun and educational value to your summer. Wishing everyone a safe, enjoyable, and productive break!

Warm regards,

Principal Palmer

• Friday, June 5- Field Day *see below for more details
• Wednesday, June 10- PreK 3 and PreK 4 End of Year Celebration (Rain Date- June 11)
• Friday, June 12- Last Day for PreK 3 and PreK 4
• Monday, June 15- 3 Hour Early Dismissal (dismissal starts at 12:55)
• Monday, June 15- 5th Grade Promotion Ceremony 9:30-10:30 *more details to follow
• Tuesday, June 16- 3 Hour Early Dismissal (dismissal starts at 12:55) **last day of school
• Friday, June 19- Schools Closed for Juneteenth
• Tuesday, June 23- Schools Closed for Election Day

• Friday, July 3- Schools Closed for 4th of July
• Monday, July 6- Summer School Begins *only for invited students
• Friday, July 31- Summer School Ends

• Monday, August 31- First Day of the 2026-2027 School Year

See the June calendar below for the different fun ways that Westowne will Countdown to Summer!

Where? Baltimore County Public Library – Arbutus Branch (855 Sulphur Spring Rd / Arbutus, MD 21227)

When? Saturday, June 6 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

What? Free family fun includes face painting, balloon animals, live music, giveaways, vendors, costumed characters, and more.

Check out the different places that offer summer reading incentives for your child:

• Summer Reading Challenge UNEARTH A STORY at the Baltimore County Public Library from June 6 through August 29- https://www.bcpl.info/youth/summer-reading
• The BOOK IT! Program at Pizza Hut during the months of June, July, and August- https://www.bookitprogram.com/
• Summer Reading Free Book Giveaway at Barnes & Noble from July 1 through August 31- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/shop/summer-reading-free-book-giveaway

What: Westowne Field Day

When: Friday, June 5th from 9:15 am -3:45 pm (rain date Monday, June 8th)

Why: To promote physical activity and sportsmanship

Who: Westowne students and any parents or guardians who would like to volunteer to help. (must have had BCPS volunteer training)

How: Bring a water bottle, wear tennis hoes, and wear clothing you can move in

See flyer for how you can sign-up to volunteer. All volunteers must have complete the BCPS volunteer application and online volunteer training. Volunteer paperwork can be submitted to Rachel Mills at rmills@bcps.org. For questions about Field Day contact Mr. Nowicki at enowicki@bcps.org.

Volunteer information- https://www.bcps.org/cos/communications/face/b_c_p_s_volunteers

2026 Field Day Volunteer .pdf

See below for the color shirt your child should wear on Field Day.

The Catonsville Presbyterian Church is collecting food for Westowne families from May 1- June 5. Food can be dropped off at the church which is located at 1400 Frederick Road on Fridays from 4:00 – 6:00 pm and on Saturdays (May 2 & 16) from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. See flyer for more details and the food items being requested.

Food Drive Flyer.pdf

Help Needed

CALL FOR 4th GRADE PARENTS!!! We need your help during the 5th Grade Farewell Ceremony. Help will be needed to set up snacks, photo booths, etc., on the morning of Monday, June 15th. Please complete the following form if you are interested and able to help.

https://forms.gle/2jBipxJjw1pnvtiN7

Thank you,

PTA 5th Grade Committee

Download the Talking Points app to stay connected with your child's teacher. This is a great way to keep an open line of communication between you and your child's teacher. After you download the app, sign-in using the email address on file. You should be automatically connected to your child's teacher. For support with Talking Points, please contact the main office. See Talking Points Overview for more information- Talking Points Overview.pdf

If you need to change the language of the messages follow these steps:

1. Download the Talking Points App

2. Click on Settings

3. Click Personal Information

4. Select the language you would like

Arrival

Arrival time for students is 9:00 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. To help make arrival a smooth process, please follow the car loop around the building. Do not stop in the parking lot by the front doors to drop your child off. Students arriving after 9:15 a.m. are marked late. If your student arrives after 9:15, an adult will need to park in the parking lot and walk your student to the Front Office to sign them in. Please do not park in the service lane.

Dismissal

To support a safe and orderly dismissal, there are no early dismissals or changes to student dismissal after 3:30 p.m. If there is a change to your child's regular dismissal procedure, it should be communicated in writing to your child's teacher and the front office as early in the school day as possible. Please do your best to limit changes.

BCPS is pleased to announce the countywide implementation of BusWhere, a location-tracking software that allows subscribers to see bus locations in real time on a mobile phone or computer. Via the BusWhere app, subscribers may receive notifications as the bus approaches a designated bus stop or if there are significant delays.

For more information, check out the BusWhere information sheet- BusWhere information.pdf. If you have additional questions please get in touch with the BCPS Office of Transportation at 443-809-4321 or utilize the BusWhere Assistance Request Form- https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=3cPDSRs_g0GOdLONSDpa_bVjgy6GIuVGmGJmus4Mp_NUNllMSjRYWExBNVlQSEUwRFZFNlcyWExBRyQlQCN0PWcu

Research shows that attendance is one of the leading predictors of academic achievement and adult success. Our school attendance goal for students this year is to maintain an attendance rate of at least 94%. Check out this flyer for more information about the importance of having good attendance at school.

Parent Attendance Tips-Elementary.pdf

Parent Attendance Tips-Elementary (SPANISH).pdf

Data from May:

Attendance Rate for all students- 94.37%

PreK- 89.31%

Kindergarten- 93.36%

1st grade- 94.35%

2nd grade- 95.95%

3rd grade- 94.57%

4th grade- 94.04%

5th grade- 94.32%

Did You Know?

Bringing your child to school late or taking your child out before the end of the school day counts as time missed from school per the Maryland State Department of Education. All students participate in learning from bell to bell. When they arrive late or leave early, they miss opportunities for learning, small group instruction, and application of newly learned skills. Minutes add quickly to hours and days! Arriving late and leaving early from school should not be a regularly occurring practice. Help your student SOAR to 94 with bell-to-bell instruction! If there is a barrier to regular and timely attendance, contact an administrator or our Community School Facilitator, Rachel Mills, at rmills@bcps.org.

How can you help your child SOAR to 94?

• Establish a bedtime routine that includes a bedtime (students in elementary school need 9-11 hours of sleep a day)
• Pick out clothes the night before
• Pack backpack with homework the night before
• Establish a morning routine
• Schedule appointments around school hours
• Use the attendance tracker to help you track days absent from school

Attendance Tracker-Elementary.jpg

Attendance Tracker-Secondary Spanish.jpg

Absences

We need your help. If you child is absent from school, please send in a note and/or doctor's note explaining the absence. Notes should be dated and signed by a parent or guardian. Please see below for a note template that you can use. These note templates are also located in the front office if you would prefer to get a copy from there. Thank you for helping us with this matter.

English-Attendance Note- English.pdf

Spanish-Attendance Note- Spanish.pdf

WES Hits a Home Run with Attendance

Our WES Hits a Home Run with Attendance started on Monday, April 13th. Classes are looking to score 30 home runs to earn a prize. Classes can score one home run by having 94% or better attendance and two home runs by having 100% attendance. How many home runs can your class score during quarter 4?

Congratulations to the following classes that have scored 30 home runs and earned a prize:

Ms. Kerrigan

Mr. Landel

Ms. Love

Ms. Schooley

Ms. Singer

Ms. Lambertson

Ms. Steele

Ms. Cronin

Ms. Berberian

Ms. Ruppel

Dr. Robin

Ms. George

Ms. Howard

Congratulations to 2nd grade for having the best attendance percentage during May. Each student will receive a freeze pop.

Congratulations to Ms. Stewart's AM prek class for having the best attendance rate in prek during May. Her class earned bubbles.

Math Matters!

As we conclude an amazing, learning-filled school year, remember—learning never stops! Summer is the perfect time to keep those math skills sharp and start getting ready for the next grade.

Check out these fun Summer Medley: Explore & Extend Bridges Activities you can do at home:

• Kindergarten: https://mathathome.mathlearningcenter.org/grade/k/summer-medley
• 1st Grade: https://mathathome.mathlearningcenter.org/grade/1/summer-medley
• 2nd Grade: https://mathathome.mathlearningcenter.org/grade/2/summer-medley
• 3rd Grade: https://mathathome.mathlearningcenter.org/grade/3/summer-medley
• 4th Grade: https://mathathome.mathlearningcenter.org/grade/4/summer-medley
• 5th Grade: https://mathathome.mathlearningcenter.org/grade/5/summer-medley

Want even more math fun? Try Bridges’ free, online math games! Click here to play!

Math is everywhere—especially during summer fun! Here are some simple ways to keep math thinking going during everyday activities:

• At the playground: Count steps on the slide, compare swing heights, or measure how far you can jump!
• At the pool: Practice telling time between swim breaks, estimate how many laps to swim a certain distance, or talk about fractions using pool noodles (½, ¼).
• On vacation: Use maps to measure distances, calculate travel time, or keep track of spending with a travel budget.
• At the store: Weigh produce, add up prices, make change, or estimate totals before checkout.

Keep exploring, keep growing, and keep having fun with math this summer!

CLICK THIS LINK FOR GRADE LEVEL SPECIFIC MATH NEWSLETTERS- June

At WES we use the story problem solving routine to solve math problems:

Step 1- Imagine- picture the story in your mind.

Step 2- Think- What do we notice? What do we wonder? What are we trying to figure out?

Step 3- Plan- Write and label a number sentence that represents the situation.

Step 4- Solve- Use manipulatives, pictures, and mental math to find your unknown.

Step 5- Share Your Strategies- Does your answer make sense? Share your strategy for solving the problem with the class.

ELA News

The school year is winding down, but we are still in full mode with reading. In June, students in grades 1–5 will be finishing with Module10, while Kindergarten students will be working through Module 9. For more detailed information about what your child will be reading and writing, the skills they will be developing, and the themes that will guide their writing, please refer to the grade-level newsletters.

We encourage you to help build background knowledge and foster meaningful connections with summer, family experiences. Helping your child build knowledge about the world around them is a powerful way to support their reading and understanding of stories and texts.

The Baltimore County Public Library has a Summer Reading Challenge in which children can win prizes for reading. Check it out! https://www.bcpl.info/youth/summer-reading

Summer Reading Challenge

UNEARTH A STORY

June 6 through August 29

There are also many other fun activities and amazing books to check out at the Catonsville Public Library at 1100 Frederick Road, Catonsville MD 21228!

CLICK THIS LINK FOR GRADE LEVEL SPECIFIC ELA NEWSLETTERS- June

Amira is a reading system that supports your child at their instructional level. She provides early literacy as well as more advanced literacy skills across a variety of areas. Students in grades 1-3 can use Amira at home. This is option for kindergarten students. See flyer for directions for how to log your child into Amira.

Amira At Home Directions.pdf

The Race to Zero has begun! All K-5 homeroom classes are working hard to get to ZERO books overdue. All student books are considered overdue and need to be returned to the school library as soon as possible.

Parents & Guardians, overdue book notices have been given to students and sent home in recent weeks. Please help your student locate and return any overdue book(s) as soon as possible. They should not wait until the next library day.

Summer Reading - Many studies prove that reading during the summer helps students avoid the summer. There are a lot of ways students can read during the summer AND earn prizes, as well as enjoy the adventures of stories.

There are hundreds of eBooks available in Westowne’s online school library system. Students just need to open Destiny and log in from any device that can access the internet. Click on the icon or the link to open Destiny. https://baltimore.follettdestiny.com/portal/portal?app=Destiny%20Discover&appId=destiny-4CKD-CKXT&siteGuid=789E9434-B1B6-4305-9DC0-5A216C56D8AC&nav=https:%2F%2Fbaltimore.follettdestiny.com%2Fmetasearch%2Fui%2F109608

The Baltimore County Public Library Summer Reading Challenge, June 6 through August 29. Read, attend BCPL events, participate in activities, and earn prizes. Students can participate on paper or online. Visit BCPL.info or click on the image below to learn more.

Summer Reading Suggestions –

Book recommendations can be found on the BCPL site, from the BCPS newsletters, and countless sites online. K-5 classes are being introduced to various characters, authors, and series that they might want to read this summer.

The Maryland Association of School Librarians’ Black-Eyed Susan program has a yearly list of picture books, chapter books and graphic novels for elementary, middle and high school students. Here are the lists for 2025-26 and for 2026-27.

2025-26 Nominee list.pdf

BES Nominee List 2026-2027.pdf

Here is the schedule for Library Media classes this year:

If you have any questions about Library Media class, our work and lessons, school library books and/or book check out, please contact Miss Johnson, the school librarian. The best ways to reach her are via email at cjohnson13@bcps.org or via phone through the school office (443) 809-0854.

P.E. reminders from Mr. Malecki and Mr. Nowicki:

• Wear tennis shoes/sneakers that tie or have velcro straps. Crocs, flip flops, slippers, water shoes, boots, and open toe sandals are not safe for active participation in P.E. class. Safe activities will be provided if students forget safe shoes. Students must also wear tennis shoes/sneakers that tie or have velcro straps for playing at recess. Helpful Hint: Students can leave an extra pair of tennis shoes in their locker or cubby.
• Girls should wear shorts under a skirt or dress. Comfortable play clothes are recommended for all students for class. Post earrings are safe for P.E. class. Large hoop earrings or earrings that hang below the ear lobe are not safe for P.E. class.
• Please send in a note to your child's homeroom teacher if your child will need to be excused from P.E. for a medical reason. The note will be copied for the P.E. teachers and the school nurse.
• See the schedule below for when your child has P.E. class.

• Students in 2nd-5th to attend a field trip:
• 2nd- A Year with Frog and Toad Play
• 3rd- Alice in Wonderland Musical
• 4th- Weather Day at Oriole Park
• 5th- Science Center
• Clubs
• Math Explorers Club for students in 4th and 5th grades sponsored by Ms. Howard, Ms. Huck, Ms. Steele, and Ms. Burgess
• Assemblies
• The Science Guys of Baltimore
• Hit the Road, Jack with Renee Collins George
• Kindness Quest Laser Light Show
• Taikoza Japanese Drumming
• A Community School t-shirt for all students
• Community School banner, tablecloths, tents, and carpets
• Attendance Incentives
• Monthly grade level recess toys
• Prizes in quarters 1, 2, and 4

Greetings from the Health Suite!

Please remember that ALL medications, such as inhalers, EpiPen, pills, etc. must be picked up on or before the end of business on June 16, 2026. All medications that are not picked up will be discarded. I cannot hold medications over the summer.

A new order for next year must be completed by the doctor after July 1, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year. I will give you the new form when you pick up your child's medication.

PK 4 parents: Please check with your child's pediatrician to make sure your child has all of the required immunizations for kindergarten. Students must have 2 doses of MMR and Varicella for kindergarten. Letters were put in student folders for those who are missing immunizations. Please check your child's folder for a letter.

5th grade parents: Letters and physical forms were mailed to your homes last week. All students need a new physical and immunizations for middle school. Please schedule a physical and take the forms with you for the doctor to complete. All completed physicals are to be returned to your child's middle school nurse.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Jmartin13@bcps.org or 443-809-0023.

Have a wonderful summer!

Creating a parent Schoology account is a great way to see what your child is doing in school. Follow the directions to create your account today!

English- Creating a Parent Account in Schoology.pdf

Spanish- Creating a Parent Account in Schoology- Spanish.pdf

Creating a parent FOCUS account is a great way to stay connected to what your child is doing in school. You can monitor your child's grades and attendance throughout the year. Click the link to create your account- https://baltimore.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/

If you would like to volunteer or attend a field trip, you must complete the BCPS Volunteer Training.

Step 1: Complete a BCPS Volunteer Application- https://cdnsm5-ss3.sharpschool.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_9046799/File/Updated%20Documents/Application%20for%20Volunteer%20Services%20ADA.pdf or get a paper copy from the school.

Step 2: Complete the Online Volunteer Orientation- https://bcpsvolunteers-md.safeschools.com/register/0c626573

Step 3: All Volunteer Applications and Certificate from the online training must be given to Rachel Mills or emailed to rmills@bcps.org.

For more information- https://www.bcps.org/cos/communications/FACE/b_c_p_s_volunteers

BCPS Parent University- https://www.bcps.org/cos/communications/face/parent_university

Resource website from Towson University for teachers and families of Multilingual Learners- https://wp.towson.edu/tesol/

BGE Customer Relief Fun- BGE Customer Relief Fund.pdf

Catonsville Emergency Assistance- CEA's mission is to provide neighbors in need in the Greater Catonsville area with emergency food, eviction prevention, utility assistance and service referrals. For more information click here- https://catonsvillehelp.org/ and/or Catonsville Emergency Assistance.pdf

Women's Center West- Women's Center West offers counseling and medical services to help meet the needs of women who find themselves in a unplanned pregnancy. For more information click here- https://www.womenscenterwest.com/ and/or Women's Center West.pdf

Additional Food Assistance Resources

The Baltimore County Department of Social Services offers programs and services designed to help residents in financial need who meet income-eligibility requirements, as well as resources to provide food assistance for Baltimore County families, including:

• Senior Food Assistance- Seniors experiencing food access needs may call 410-887-2594 or email aginginfo@baltimorecountymd.gov
• Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) Food and Nutrition Services—Learn more about the food assistance programs offered through BCPS.
• SNAP Emergency Allotments—The Maryland Department of Human Services has been approved to issue SNAP emergency allotments to all current SNAP households. Learn more about SNAP to see if you qualify for monthly benefits to help purchase food.
• Pet Food Assistance—Learn how to receive pet food assistance from the Baltimore Humane Society or make donations to their Bmore Kind Pet Food Bank.

The Food Pantry Locator is available here.

Resources: Partners in Promoting Mental Health and Preventing Substance Use

The Department of Health and Human Services offers a wealth of resources for parents, teachers, and students alike:

• Parenting and Caregiver and Youth Mental Health Resources — a collection of resources on parenting and addressing mental health needs of young people.
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Concerns: Signs and Symptoms — a comprehensive guide for symptoms of mental health and substance use disorders in children and youth.
• Back to School Resources for Success — a collection of resources for children, parents, and educators on ensuring a safe return to school by caring for both body and mind.
• "Talk. They Hear You."® Campaign — a national youth substance use prevention campaign that helps parents and caregivers, educators, and community members.
• Early Childhood Mental Health Programs — as a part of its mission to reduce the impact of substance use and mental illness on our communities, SAMHSA funds programs that promote and support the health and wellness of young children and their families.
• StopBullying.Gov — parents, school staff, and other adults in the community can help kids prevent bullying by talking about it, building a safe school environment, and creating a community-wide bullying prevention strategy.
• SchoolSafety.Gov — provides schools and districts with actionable recommendations to create a safe and supportive learning environment where students can thrive and grow.
• SAMHSA’s National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357) is a confidential, free, 24/7, 365-day-a-year information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
• FindSupport.gov — a user-friendly website, designed for the general public, to help people identify available resources, explore unbiased information about various treatment options, and learn how to reach out to get the support they need for issues related to mental health, drugs, or alcohol.
• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — If you or someone you know needs support now, you can contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Simply call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.

These materials are neither sponsored by nor endorsed by the Board of Education of Baltimore County, the Superintendent or this school.

Thrive Behavioral Health has FREE Summer Social Skills Groups for BCPS K- 2nd and 3rd-5th grade students. See the flyers for more information.

Thrive K-2 Summer Social Skills Flyer.pdf

Thrive 3-5 Summer School Skills Flyer.pdf

Summer Nature Camp

Irvine Nature Center offers week-long Summer Nature Day Camp for children ages 3 to 12 from June 15-August 21. Please see the attached flyer and the Irvine website, www.explorenature.org, for more information.

Summer Nature Camp 26 flyer.pdf

The Therapeutic Recreation Summer Camp offers a structured, inclusive environment where participants with developmental, emotional, or physical challenges can explore new activities, build friendships, and develop important life skills- all while having fun. See flyer for more details.

For more information- https://tinyurl.com/32cv5hbt

Therapeutic Summer Camp.pdf

Roots and Rainbows is for students entering kindergarten through second grade. This camp will take place from July 6 through July 10th. This is an expressive arts camp where kids can experience a rainbow of art materials and processes while exploring foundational themes of self-awareness and management, social awareness, relationship-building and responsible decision-making. See flyer for more details.

Creative Psychological Health Services- Roots and Rainbows (grades K-2).pdf

The HeART Lab is for students entering third through fifth grade. This camp will take place from July 20 through July 24th. This is an expressive arts camp where kids can experience experiments in art and empathy. Discovering more about themselves through themes of self-awareness and management, social awareness, relationship building and responsible decision-making. See flyer for more details.

Creative Psychological Health Services- The Heart Lab (grades 3-5).pdf

From June through August, the Baltimore Blast will host their highly anticipated Soccer Camps for youth players ages 6–13 across the Baltimore area. These camps are designed to provide a fun, engaging, and development-focused environment where players of all skill levels can grow. With an emphasis on individual skill development and real-game situations, campers will build confidence while learning the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship.

Led by current and past members of Baltimore Blast teams, participants will receive high-quality instruction from professional players who are passionate about helping young athletes succeed both on and off the field.

What Players Will Gain:

• Improved soccer skills (dribbling, passing, shooting, and game awareness)
• Experience training with professional players
• Growth in teamwork, responsibility, and sportsmanship
• A positive and encouraging camp environment

Each Camper Receives:

• Official Blast Summer Camp T-Shirt
• Soccer Ball (Size 4 for ages 6–10, Size 5 for ages 11+)
• Instruction from Baltimore Blast players
• FREE ticket to a Baltimore Blast game

See flyer for more details.

Camp registration- https://baltimoreblast.com/camps/signup/.

Blast Soccer Camp Dates.pdf

Blast Soccer Camp Registration.pdf

The Baltimore County Public Library has different events throughout the month for all age groups. Check out the offers at the Catonsville Branch during the month of June- Baltimore County Public Library Catonsville June, July, August Events.pdf

Are you looking for different programs for your child this summer? This is a guide to programs offered by the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks. Details, registration and any changes or updates are online at https://baltimorecountymd.gov/civicrec

Recreation and nature councils, non-profit and independent volunteer-led organizations, provide information on their offerings, which for convenience are also listed on CivicRec. To locate a program from this guide in CivicRec, scan a QR code, search by the four-digit session code, or search by program title.

Recreation and Parks Summer 2026 Program Guide.pdf

Are you looking for your child to play baseball this spring? The Arbutus Little League is currently registering for spring baseball. See flyer and website for more details.

Arbutus Little League Flyer Spring 2026.pdf

https://leagues.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=967179

Did you know the Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum is located in Catonsville?

The Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum is a 126.6-acre site dedicated to telling the inspiring story of the life and times of Benjamin Banneker, often considered the first African-American man of science. See flyer for different programs that are offered for families.

April Calendar of Events Benjamin Banneker Center.pdf

March-May 2026 program calendar Benjamin Banneker Center.pdf

March-May 2026 program calendar Benjamin Banneker Center- spanish version.pdf

Summer Camp 2026- Updated.pdf

Summer Camp 2026-Spanish.pdf

Museum Hours: Daily, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed on County holidays, see Main Offices closures.

Location: 300 Oella Ave. Catonsville, MD 21228

Park Hours: Open sunrise to sunset.

Features:

• Exhibitions—In history, art, culture and science, and a permanent exhibit on the life of Benjamin Banneker
• Split log colonial cabin—Furnished with reproduced artifacts like those Banneker could have used
• Gardens—Colonial herbs, vegetables and an orchard
• Restored 19th-century farmhouse
• Onsite trails—Including conservation paths and the historic Number 9 Trolley Line Trail.

Are you looking for a summer camp for your child this summer? Check out the Summer Camp Guide from Baltimore County for different camps that are being offered in Baltimore County this summer. Summer camp and program registration opened on Monday, January 5. View the listings and create a CivicRec account at https://baltcorec.info/camp.

Baltimore County Summer Camp Guide.pdf

Are you looking to join a pool this summer? Hunting Hills Swim Club located at 300 Nottingham Road Baltimore, MD 21229 is accepting new members. Check out the flyer and website for more details.

26 Hunting Hills Swim Club Flier final.pdf

https://huntinghillsswimclub.com/

Do you have a 4th grader? Did you know that all 4th graders can get into National Parks for free? The Every Kid Outdoors program can sign up to get a pass to visit our National Lands and Waters for free. For more information click here- https://everykidoutdoors.gov/index.htm.