Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School

08/28/2026

🏆 GHEMS ATHLETICS REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 🦁

GHEMS families, give your middle school scholar the opportunity to compete, grow and represent the Lion Pride!

Our athletics program helps students build:

✅ Teamwork and leadership
✅ Discipline and responsibility
✅ Confidence and school spirit
✅ Strength, fitness and healthy habits
✅ Positive relationships with teammates and coaches

Students interested in joining a GHEMS sports team should complete the registration form below:

🔗 https://bit.ly/3Tvl0TS

Do not wait until the season begins. Register now so your scholar can receive important information about eligibility, physical requirements, practices and team participation.

One school. One pride. Limitless potential.

08/27/2026

GHEMS Families & Staff! Share a photo of your first day back at school on the district's Back-to-School Photo Wall, or post on social media using or for a chance to be featured. www.baltimorecityschools.org/page/back-to-school-pics Remember to use hashtags - or

08/24/2026

Look at all these amazing faces! 🙌

We had such a great time meeting the teachers, administrators, and facility staff. It’s always good getting out into the community and connecting with the people who make a difference every day! ❤️

Thanks for having us! We can’t wait to see you all again! 💪 Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School

08/24/2026

🎉 FIRST DAY ENERGY AT GHEMS! 🦁💙💛

Our students are back, the halls are buzzing, and a new school year is officially underway at Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School.

Today is about fresh starts, new goals, reconnecting with friends, and showing up ready to learn, grow, and lead. We’re excited to see what our students accomplish throughout the 2026–2027 school year.

Every day matters. Every student matters. And it starts with being here.

Welcome back, Lions! Let’s make this year count.

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08/22/2026

CoverMe Thrift Store in Old Town Mall is currently offering larger-size school uniforms, with some items available for as little as $2. Other are Flat out FREE. You can view the information here:

08/20/2026

08/10/2026

🎉 You're Invited to Love on the Lawn!

Join Garrett Heights Elementary Middle School for our Love on the Lawn School Community Festival!

📅 Saturday, August 15
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 2800 Rueckert Avenue, Baltimore, MD

Bring the whole family for a day of live music, delicious food, community resources, local vendors, raffles, games, and fun for all ages!

We're also looking for community partners, volunteers, and resource vendors to help make this event a success. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/ghems-lotl26 by August 7 to participate.

❤️ Bring your family. Bring a friend. Everyone is welcome!