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Baltimore in 1966 was the setting for the play “No Mean City” which we attended at the Baltimore Museum of Art.  We were invited by the well-known journalist and playwright Dan Rodricks.  The play captured a moment in time weaving the complexity of racial discrimination and race relations around the first successful pennant race by the Orioles.

Familiar local legends like Juanita Jackson Mitchell, Mayor McKeldin and Frank and Brooks Robinson were major characters in this important and informative look at our history.

We are very thankful to Dan Rodricks for including us and look forward to his visit for aa Conversation to discuss the play.

Exposing the students to opportunities in the building trades is a priority for The Community School. It is as important as preparing the students for postsecondary academic education and entering into the professions. We want our students to have opportunities that will fulfill them and enable them to have a decent life.

Today we were joined by Chris Laird, a journeyman electrician in the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union Local 24. Chris talked about his work and career trajectory, but focused on the opportunities available as an electrician.

Two of our seniors toured the trade program at CCBC in Catonsville on Monday to look at their programs. In January, we had a speaker from the trade school operated by the Associated Builders and Contractors.

We were happy to see our former art teacher, Leandra Laird, who accompanied her son for his presentation. Thank you Chris for sharing this important information and your experiences with the students.

Assistant Dean Michelle White and Doctor Brian Metcalfe of the Dual Enrollment office at Baltimore City Community College came to have a conversation with the students about how their college course at TCS is going.  This action is a great display of the commitment that Michelle and Brian  have to the students they serve.  They are constantly working and advocating to improve the services that BCCC delivers.

The students offered very detailed and analytical feedback so a great discussion ensued. We are very fortunate to have a meaningful partnership with the Dual Enrollment office at Baltimore City Community College. Thank you Michelle & Brian.