Pimlico Gets a New Logo
In July, Pimlico Elementary / Middle School (PEMS) unveiled a new logo, refreshing its brand as part of the historic school’s ongoing efforts to redefine itself as it moves into its third year as a neighborhood conversion charter school operated by the Baltimore Curriculum Project. The logo, designed by Kalix Marketing Group in collaboration with […]
BCP’s Unique Food for Life Curriculum
Making sure that children have the proper nutrition is essential to their development, health, and well-being. It’s also critical to their ability to learn. Research by the Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) reveals that adequate hydration may improve children’s cognitive function and that a healthy breakfast is associated with better cognitive and memory […]
BCP Attends NWEA Conference
Three Baltimore Curriculum Project (BCP) leaders attended the Northwest Evaluation Association (NWEA) conference in Atlanta on June 27-29. Brianna Kaufman, BCP Director of Operations, Govans Elementary School Principal Bernarda Kwaw and Maura Farrall, BCP’s Lead Academic Coach, spent three days learning about the NWEA assessment and support services. The NWEA conference’s theme of Fusion focused […]
SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT: Wolfe Street Academy
Wolfe Street Academy (WSA) has been a neighborhood conversion public charter school with the Baltimore Curriculum Project (BCP) since 2007. BCP has been working with WSA since 1998 on the Direct Instruction curriculum, the research-based curriculum used by all BCP schools to customize each child’s reading plan and success. WSA has been and still is […]
Where Are BCP Students Going?
Christa Kinsey Wins Award of Excellence in Direct Instruction Reading
Hampstead Hill Chess Team Competes Nationally
Last month, the Hampstead Hill Academy (HHA) Chess team competed in the three-day, K-6 National Championships, held in Baltimore at the Convention Center on May 12-14. More than 2,100 kids from 38 states gathered to compete. The 19 HHA chess team broke their record from last year, winning 45 hard-fought matches competing against the best […]
Physical Improvements to Pimlico and Wolfe Street
This June, Pimlico Elementary / Middle School and Wolfe Street Academy received two major beautification/facility improvements. Pimlico received landscaping of its front, side and back entrances, thanks to funding from a grant by Concentration of Poverty Grant that provided an emphasis for School Beautification. It provides a lovely welcome to students, staff, families, stakeholders and […]
Govans Roars into NYC for The Lion King and Drama Performances
May was all about Govans Elementary School pride – and a pride of lions! In May, Dragons After Dismissal, Govans’ afterschool program, and the Govans Drama Club traveled to New York City to see The Lion King. Teachers, staff, and parent chaperones took 34 excited students to the Big Apple for an unforgettable experience at […]
What’s Happening at BCP Schools: End Of Year
It’s been a joyous last few weeks of school as our students, teachers, staff, and families bid farewell to the 2022-23 academic year, and the Baltimore Curriculum Project (BCP) says a fond farewell to our accomplished 5th and 8th graders. Our youngest students also enjoyed celebrating the school year and their accomplishments. Enjoy the photo […]