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Sunday, July 06, 2008
All schools operating on normal posted schedule.


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Your Back-To-School Checklist

Baltimore County Public Schools open to students for the 2008-2009 school year on Monday, August 25. As parents, guardians, or students, there are plenty of things you need to know to get ready for school, and to help make the first day a positive and productive experience. This checklist will help you find the information you need to prepare for heading back into the classroom!

Determine which school your child will attend.
If this is your child's first year in school, if you are new to the area, or if you have recently moved, use the school locator to find which school your child will attend.

Register your children at the appropriate school.

Make sure your child's immunizations are up-to-date. Be advised that an Immunization Rule Change takes affect September 2006 for students in Grades 6-9. View the immunization clinic schedule and a list of other immunizations your child may need.

Get your supplies.
School supplies lists can be obtained directly from your school either on the school web site or by contacting the main office by telephone. Use the school directory to obtain contact information.

 Donate back to school supplies.
Help Baltimore County families in need by adopting a student. 

Attend your school's Back-To-School Night. Visit the Back-To-School Night Calendar to determine the date at your school.

Bookmark the BCPS web site!
Remember to visit the BCPS web site for up-to-date information throughout the year.



More Information
Learn about what parents can do to get their children ready for those all-important first days of a new school year.
Back-To-School Resources

System Calendar

School Directory

Student Handbook
Adapted Student Handbook

Menus & Meal Information
Menus will be updated the week prior to the first day of school.

For Your Child's Safety

Child Passenger Safety for School-Aged Kids 
(from the Baltimore County Fire Department) 

Baltimore County Police Offer Back-To-School Safety Tips

The National Safety Council's Back-To-School Safety Tips

Get Involved!

Board of Education Meeting Schedule

Baltimore County PTA Council

onLINE Curriculum Network

Volunteering in kindergarten classrooms

   
 
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