Hamilton Elementary Middle School

A rendering of an updated schoolyard

6101 Old Harford Rd.

Neighborhood: Westfield

Re-envisioning Hamilton Elementary/Middle Schoolyard as a Community Asset

Beginning in 2019, Parks & People was brought in as a partner to begin visioning around the Hamilton Elementary/Middle School site. This jewel of a school yard is an asset for students and the adjacent community, but it needs improvements to better utilize the space.

Phase 1 of site improvements is currently completed with the installation of a brand-new playground thanks to a partnership with KABOOM! and United Healthcare. Simultaneously, Parks & People has worked directly with school staff, students, community leaders, and elected officials to develop a master plan that reflect feedback received through virtual engagement and a survey.

Phase II of site improvements will include field and drainage reparations along with campus improvements to include more play equipment, pedestrian trail, new play court pavement and game graphics, new tether ball and play equipment installations.

Community Engagement

Students at Hamilton Elementary Middle drew illustrations of their ideal playground redesign.

Hamilton Elementary/Middle School has a proud history of educational excellence. They strive for their students to be academically excellent, socially sensitive, and emotionally sound. Their student population reflects the economic, linguistic, and racial diversity of the greater Hamilton community of Northeast Baltimore. Working with families, they ensure that every child has an excellent education and to learn about and explore their passions. Their students are scholars, artists, and scientists who are out to change the world. The students and community deserve healthy, vibrant green space to enjoy. Donate to make this dream a reality.

Our Partners

  • Abell Foundation

  • Senator Cory McCray

  • Baltimore City Public Schools

  • Hamilton PTA

  • Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

  • The Hackerman Foundation

  • The Meyerhoff Charitable Family Funds

  • Floura Teeter – Landscape Architect

  • KABOOM!

  • D.A. Dunlevy- General Contractor

  • United Healthcare

 

Hamilton Elementary Middle School

Address: 6101 Old Harford Rd, Baltimore, MD 21214

80,000 sq ft

Acres: 1.84

Residents impacted in .25 radius: 1,552