News

Baltimore County to leave magnet teachers in place (posted 2/09/2010)

Untold Mysteries of the New Building (posted 1/25/2010)

As most have probably noticed, there’s a bit of upheaval going on behind and beside the school building and Project Manager of the Construction Site, George Thomas sheds some light on the construction and future plans for the school.

Many people have been distraught, if not vocal, about the demolition of the trees that used to surround Carver Center, but there’s no need to fret. Thomas explains: “There is a reforestation program which is a Baltimore County guideline.” This means that a new tree will be planted for each tree that is cut down. Typically, trees are planted on the property that is being developed, but because there will not be enough land left for trees when the school is finished, each new tree will be planted somewhere else in Baltimore county. The old trees used to reduce runoff from the parking lots and driveway of Carver. However, the new school will feature a retention pond to take up this important function. The retention pond catches all runoff water (or as much as possible) and prevents pollution, erosion, and flooding. Plants can grow on the outside of the pond and create wetlands; animals can live there which establishes a mini-ecosystem. To read more click here.

Flapjack Fundraiser raises $710.00 (posted 11/21/2009)

A fun time was had by all who attended the first fundraiser of the year on November 21st, 2009; a Flapjack Fundraiser at Applebee's, Timonium, MD. The restaurant was staffed by wonderful Carver Center student volunteers who greeted and seated our patrons, served the delicious food and drinks, and bussed tables. They had such a good time, they've asked us to do another similar fundraiser in the Spring!

The Flapjack Fundraiser included unlimited pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee, a 50/50 raffle, and the opportunity to buy our new Carver Center window clings*, selling at just $3.00 each. Thanks to all of you faculty, parents, and friends of Carver Center who came out to support us.

Special thanks to Denise Shade for coordinating this event, Heidi Hiller for designing the new Carver Center window clings, and to the Bronfein's who won the 50/50 raffle, and generously donated their winnings back to the Carver Center Foundation.
* To purchase a Carver Center window cling, contact us at info@carvercenterfoundation.org.

Groundbreaking (posted 10/26/2009)

Groundbreaking for our new school occurred September 15, 2009. A welcoming address was given by the school principal Karen Steele, followed by remarks from The Honorable Martin O'Malley, Governor, The Honorable James Smith, Jr. Baltimore County Executive, Dr Joe Hairston, Superintendent, Baltimore County Public Schools, Ms Mary Cary, Assistant State Superintendent of Schools, and Dr. Dan Morhaim, Deputy Majority Leader, Maryland House of Delegates. The new school is expected to be completed Summer of 2012. To read student coverage of the groundbreaking event, click here.

Kennedy Center Award (posted 10/26/2009)

Carver Center is one of 5 schools nationwide awarded the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts National Schools of Distinction in Arts Education for work during the 2008-2009 academic year. This prestigious award honors schools with a creative learning environment for outstanding student achievement. The award includes a modest honorarium to support the Arts programs, a plaque for display, and the opportunity to be featured in a performance at the Kennedy Center as part of KCAAEN events.