Green Street Academy

​Green Street Academy Logo

125 N Hilton St, Baltimore, MD 21229 
County: Baltimore City
Grades: 6 – 12
Phone: 443-642-2068
Principal: Tim Gordon
School # 0377


What makes us unique:

The Green Street Academy student experience includes a focus on traditional academic success and pre-professional career training. All entering middle school students are assessed, their academic pathways planned, including remediation and counseling, and their progress monitored. The school’s goal is to ensure all students reach grade level in reading and math when they begin high school. High school students continue to fulfill their academic requirements as well as receive pre-professional training, leading to meaningful internships and certifications en route to either higher education or a career path of their choosing.

Mission and Vision:

The school’s mission is to prepare middle and high schools students in Baltimore City for college and careers in the 21st century economy.

​Programs:

  • After School Programs: Chess, Instrumental Music, CURE Program through UMBC, Youth in Action through Kaiser Permante, Gardening, Forensic Science Alive
  • College Preparatory
  • Community School: Food Pantry, GED Classes, Monthly Parent Workshops
  • Dress Code
  • Experiential Learning / Project-Based: Community Based Urban Agriculture Program, Aquaponics, Hydroponics, Monthly Farmers Market
  • Internships: 313 Paid Internships for High School Scholars
  • PTO/PTA: School Family Council
  • Restorative Practices: Mindfulness Medication for Grade Six, Sound Therapy, Social Emotional Report Cards
  • Summer Programs: Let’s Grow Together – Inclusion Summer Program

Community:

  • Community Food Pantry Every Tuesday- Food Giveaway
  • Monthly Parent Event – ex. Literacy Night, Get Fit Night, Sustainability Night, Mathematics Fair
  • Community Career and College Fair for all residents within the community
  • Tour De Farms Community Biking Event- visit farms around the city- with GSA as the West Baltimore Community Stop
  • Project Pneuma – Building strategies for the local community to deal with trauma through meditation
  • Pop up Restaurant at R. House- workforce development skills for the community through a focus on culinary skills
  • Hosts field trips for elementary aged students to experience hands on science based activities
  • Serving as a neighborhood hub for service or advocacy projects. GED Program


Lottery preferences:

  • Neighborhood
  • Siblings of current students


Principal's Message:

I am most proud of my school community when they engage in the community based activities to promote wellness and the importance of holistic care. This year, Green Street Academy was awarded the 2019- National Green School of the Year.