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Gearing Up for the 2026-2027 School Year!

Dr. Heiser

Message from Superintendent Dr. Heiser

Dear Team BCPS,

Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year! We hope you had a restful summer and are excited for the new school year. 

Our staff have worked all summer preparing for the return of students and we are confident that this will be an exceptional year thanks to the dedication of our 20,000+ committed staff, strong partners dedicated to investing in our students, and supportive and engaged families. Please know that we continue to seek your involvement as we make this school system a great place to learn and work!

Wishing you all the best for the 2026-2027 school year. Below, please find some additional information that I hope will be helpful as you and your family begin this exciting new school year!

Dr. William Heiser
Superintendent

 

Important Dates to Remember

  • Meet the Superintendent! West Towson Elementary School
    Tuesday, August 4, from 6-7 p.m.
    West Towson Elementary School, 6914 N. Charles St., Towson 21204
    Members of the BCPS community are invited to attend the next Meet the Superintendent event with Dr. Bill Heiser.  Dr. Heiser will highlight key priorities for the upcoming school year, hear from members of the Team BCPS community, and answer questions.

  • Meet the Superintendent! Relay Elementary School
    Thursday, August 6
    Relay Elementary School, 5885 Selford Road, Halethorpe 21227
    Members of the BCPS community are invited to attend the final Meet the Superintendent event with Dr. Bill Heiser. Dr. Heiser will highlight key priorities for the upcoming school year, hear from the community, and answer questions.

  • Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week
    Sunday, August 9 – Saturday, August 15
    During this week, qualifying apparel and footwear priced at $100 or less per item are exempt from the state sales tax. The first $40 of a backpack or bookbag purchase is also tax-free. (Accessory items, except for backpacks, are not included.)
  • Back-to-School Vaccine Clinic at Pikesville Middle School
    Monday, August 10, from 5-7 p.m.
    Pikeville Middle School, 7701 Seven Mile Ln., Pikesville 21208
    All school-required vaccines will be administered at this clinic. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required.
  • First day of practice for high school athletics
    Wednesday, August 12
  • BCPSfest 2026 - Saturday, August 22, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
    New Town High School, 4931 New Town Blvd., Owings Mills 21117
    Please mark your calendars and save the date for the biggest and best back-to-school festival in Baltimore County. This systemwide event is free and features family-friendly, fun learning activities, face-painting, and community resources. Please join us to celebrate the start of the new school year and the exciting learning opportunities BCPS offers. Visit the BCPSfest webpage for updates about parking and vendors.

Back-to-School vaccine clinic at BCPSfest
The Baltimore County Department of Health will hold a back-to-school vaccination clinic at BCPSfest. All school-required vaccines will be administered at this clinic. Pre-registration is encouraged but not required.

  • Orientation for students entering Grades 6 and 9
    Thursday, August 27
    Families should receive information directly from their children’s schools about orientation plans.
  • Opening day for students
    Monday, August 31
  • First full day of Kindergarten (transportation begins for Kindergarten students)
    Wednesday, September 2

The Checklist: Getting Ready for the 2026-2027 School Year!

The 2026-2027 school year begins on August 31! Here are some tips to prepare and support your elementary and secondary students.

  • Create a myBCPS account for parents/guardians' access to the Focus parent portal and Schoology. Focus is a web-based system that allows parents to monitor their child’s grades and assignments and stay in touch with teachers. Instructions can be found here  

  • Complete your child’s Student Emergency Information Form in Focus or at their home school so you’re contacted about school closings, illnesses, and important updates. Notify the school if your information changes during the school year.

  • View, print, or download the school year calendar to stay informed on important dates and events.

  • Review the Student Transportation Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, and Student Handbook before the first day of school. View the Student Handbook presentation.

  • Plan to attend back-to-school activities at your children’s schools.

  • Attend Curriculum Night on September 16. More details to come.

  • Learn about Parent University and consider participating in an upcoming workshop and/or event.

  • Explore mental health resources to support student success and wellbeing.

  • Stay connected with BCPS throughout the school year:

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