History of Bel Air High School (Bel Air, Maryland) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 9, 2025

Bel Air High School is located in Bel Air, Harford County, Maryland. The current school building was opened in 2009; however, the school has a history that dates back to 1815. It serves as a public high school in the Bel Air community.

1907: Bel Air High School formed

In 1907, Bel Air High School was first formed, and classes were held at the Gordon Street building and the Pennsylvania Avenue building.

1910: Additions to the building were made

In 1910, additions were made to the brick public school building located at 45 East Gordon Street.

1924: Building became solely a grade school

In 1924, the building at 45 East Gordon Street became solely a grade school.

1950: Facility at 100 Heighe Street was opened

In 1950, the facility at 100 Heighe Street was opened for Bel Air High School.

1951: Building headquartered the Harford County Board of Education

In 1951, the building at 45 East Gordon Street headquartered the Harford County Board of Education.

1954: Additional renovations made

In 1954, additional renovations were made to the facility at 100 Heighe Street.

1968: Additional renovations made

In 1968, additional renovations were made to the facility at 100 Heighe Street.

1983: Additional renovations made

In 1983, additional renovations were made to the facility at 100 Heighe Street.

2009: Current building opened

In 2009, the current Bel Air High School building opened.

2009: Current Bel Air High School building was built

In 2009, the current Bel Air High School building was built, with a capacity of 1,668 students and new features such as an auditorium/stage, cafeteria, library, and multiple sports facilities.

2010: New building scheduled for completion

In 2010, a new building was scheduled for completion for the graduating class.

October 2017: Students pose with racial slur

In early October 2017, a group of Bel Air High School students posed and spelt out a racial slur across their chests, leading to criticism and a Change.org petition.