Information regarding Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary/Middle School in Baltimore for students, families and staff.
As a special education center for 1-8 students with emotional challenges, we are committed to fully providing students with an appropriate balance of educational and therapeutic services, as determined by collaboration among teachers, related service providers, and student families. Educational services provided here will move students forward and beyond grade level standards and result in the hig
09/16/2025
This week we are celebrating our Community School Site Specialist!
My name is Darnesha Fowlkes I am the Community School Site Specialist.
* Background in Out Of School Time 30 years
* Heart and passion for serving youth and the community
* I love the color purple and reading murder mysteries.
**Fun fact about me: I love to dance
09/10/2025
Pretend you’re blowing up a balloon. Take a deep breath in through your nose, then slowly blow out through your mouth like you’re filling a big balloon. Repeat 3–5 times.
Why it helps: Calms the body and slows racing thoughts.
Try it before homework or bedtime.
09/09/2025
Wishing one of our SHARPEST a wonderful day!
09/08/2025
Practicing “pause strategies” to use when feel overwhelmed:
Take 5 deep breaths
Squeeze a stress ball or fidget
Count slowly to 10
Draw or write about their feelings
These little steps add up! With practice, students learn how to pause, calm down, and respond instead of react.
Try introducing one new strategy at a time and practice it daily—before stress shows up.
09/08/2025
Last week we showed up to celebrate one of our middle school students who lives for Bobby Brown classics! From rocking overalls to rocking the vibe, it was “Every Little Step” of fun. We had to remind him, “Don’t Be Cruel,” but when it’s your birthday—“My Prerogative” is to party!
Big smiles, good music, and memories that’ll last a lifetime. 💙
Happy Birthday Chris!
09/08/2025
“This Ain’t Texas” It’s Sharp! You may see a cowboy or School Social Worker around these parts! When you hear his boots in the hallway….Stay Sharp!
09/08/2025
The Sharpest Teachers!
09/08/2025
Stay Sharp: Back To School 2025-2026
01/05/2025
All City Schools schools will be closed on Monday, January 6, 2025, due to forecasted inclement weather. Essential employees should report on time. Non-essential district office employees will work remotely.
Please note: the Enrollment, Choice, and Transfer and MESC offices will be closed to the public, but employees should work remotely.
Please check our website and social media for updates about Tuesday. For more information about inclement weather-related closures, visit www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/inclement-weather.
12/02/2024
09/17/2024
Back to School Night! September 18th @ 5PM
| Monday | 9:15am - 3:55pm |
| Tuesday | 9:15am - 3:55pm |
| Wednesday | 9:15am - 3:55pm |
| Thursday | 9:15am - 3:55pm |
| Friday | 9:15am - 3:55pm |