Are you thinking about applying to be a Right Start Advisor? If your answer is yes, this meeting is for you. Join us as we discuss the job, hear from current RSAs, and answer questions.
When: 1/15 and 2/04
Where: Google Meet
What Time: 5-6PM
https://meet.google.com/vyx-yofa-udt
When: 1/15 and 2/04
Where: Google Meet
What Time: 5-6PM
https://meet.google.com/vyx-yofa-udt
Winter weather is upon is and the easiest and fastest way to stay on top of school schedule changes is to download the AACPS app! App notifications are in the first set of messages sent out when weather decisions are made.
The app is free and accessible to anyone (not just families of students). Be sure to follow the school or schools in which you are interested as well!
Download the app in the App Store or on Google Play.
10:00 a.m., 12/14/25: In order to allow facilities and operations crews to clear school lots and walkways in preparation for classes tomorrow, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools facilities will be closed for all groups and activities today, December 14. At this time, all schools will operate on normal schedules on Monday, December 15.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell will present his recommended Fiscal Year 2027 operating and capital budgets at the next meeting of the Board of Education of Anne Arundel County, scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
The Board will also hold a public workshop to discuss information related to the recently released Maryland Report Card results at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2025, in the Board Room. The Maryland Report Card provides schools across the state with star ratings calculated from a variety of academic, attendance, and curriculum factors.
For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2595431.
The Board will also hold a public workshop to discuss information related to the recently released Maryland Report Card results at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2025, in the Board Room. The Maryland Report Card provides schools across the state with star ratings calculated from a variety of academic, attendance, and curriculum factors.
For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2595431.
This week on Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell discusses the Board-approved 2026-2027 calendar.
#BelongGrowSucceed
English: https://youtu.be/dhNs4GRcbYU
Spanish: https://youtu.be/-6sws6kSWPk
7:30 a.m., 12/9/25: Due to a lack of heat in the building, Piney Orchard Elementary School will be closed for students and staff today, December 9.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will meet at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, for the specific purpose of voting to go into closed session, pursuant to Sections 3-305(b)(7) and 3-305(b)(9) of the General Provisions Article of the Open Meetings Act, to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice on a legal matter and to consider matters related to collective bargaining negotiations.
The meeting will be conducted virtually.
The public may listen to the open portion of the meeting, including the vote to go into closed session, by calling 605-468-8781 and entering access code 685333 followed by the pound/hashtag symbol.
The public may not listen to the closed session portion of the meeting.
The meeting will be conducted virtually.
The public may listen to the open portion of the meeting, including the vote to go into closed session, by calling 605-468-8781 and entering access code 685333 followed by the pound/hashtag symbol.
The public may not listen to the closed session portion of the meeting.
8:00 a.m., 12/8/25: Emergency crews are currently investigating the source of an unidentified strong odor at the school. Out of an abundance of caution and to prevent students and staff from potentially being outside in frigid temperatures this morning, Meade Middle School will be closed for students and staff today, December 8. This is a matter localized to Meade Middle School. All other schools will operate on normal schedules today.
It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-12-5-25. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
The Board of Education will hold a retreat from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, December 8, 2025.
The retreat will be facilitated by the Maryland Association of Boards of Education. As part of the retreat, the Board will engage in a roundtable discussion of administrative functions and related matters with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell and members of his Cabinet.
Pursuant to Section 3-305 of the General Provisions Article of the Open Meetings Act, the Board will vote to go into closed session at the outset of the retreat. The retreat is not open to the public.
The retreat will be facilitated by the Maryland Association of Boards of Education. As part of the retreat, the Board will engage in a roundtable discussion of administrative functions and related matters with Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell and members of his Cabinet.
Pursuant to Section 3-305 of the General Provisions Article of the Open Meetings Act, the Board will vote to go into closed session at the outset of the retreat. The retreat is not open to the public.
5:15 a.m., 12/5/25: Due to inclement weather and anticipated hazardous road conditions in parts of the county, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools will open two hours late today. There will be no morning half-day ECSE classes, and no morning sessions at the Centers of Applied Technology North or South. A reassessment of conditions will take place this morning and any changes to this status will be announced by 7:30 a.m. today.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County today adopted a 2026-2027 school year calendar that calls for classes to begin for students on Monday, August 24, 2026, and end on Friday, June 11, 2027.
For details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2579066.
For details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2579066.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County is scheduled to vote on adoption of the 2026-2027 school year calendar at its next meeting, scheduled for noon on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Also at Wednesday’s meeting, the Board is scheduled to vote on approval of a charter agreement with New Village Academy Public Charter School, which is set to open next fall, and elect officers for the coming year.
For complete details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2571179.
Also at Wednesday’s meeting, the Board is scheduled to vote on approval of a charter agreement with New Village Academy Public Charter School, which is set to open next fall, and elect officers for the coming year.
For complete details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2571179.
View our December 2025 Family Link Newsletter:
🔗 https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-december-2025
‣Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell
‣Dates to Remember
‣You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣Family Academy
‣Financial Aid Nights
...and more
🔗 https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-december-2025
‣Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell
‣Dates to Remember
‣You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣Family Academy
‣Financial Aid Nights
...and more
This week on Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares a message of appreciation for our incredible staff, students, families, and community members. He reflects on the difficult moments from this year and highlights the resilience, compassion, and togetherness that strengthen our AACPS community. #BelongGrowSucceed
English: https://youtu.be/ced56-miwW8
Spanish: https://youtu.be/Yuzk43CILtw
English: https://youtu.be/ced56-miwW8
Spanish: https://youtu.be/Yuzk43CILtw
Our Division of College and Career Readiness had the privilege of welcoming Mr. Jay McTighe to present the Understanding by Design curriculum framework. The CCR team is establishing aligned transfer goals, overarching understandings, and essential questions that will drive our curriculum improvement plan for the next 3-5 years. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has been presented with a recommended 2026-2027 school year calendar that calls for classes to begin for students on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, and end on Friday, June 11, 2027.
For details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2561140.
For details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2561140.
The first Family Academy Financial Aid Night en español was a wonderful success! More than 50 Spanish-speaking families representing 11 high schools deeply appreciated the opportunity to receive information in their native language about the FAFSA and other financial aid options, as well as to learn about the educational and career opportunities available at AACC. Thank you to our AACC partners for delivering this presentation for our Hispanic families, and to the Annapolis High School staff and Bilingual Facilitators for hosting the event and warmly welcoming families from across the county. This event was another step in providing equal access to educational opportunities and resources to support our students' college and career readiness. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
The Board of Education has given final approval to a Phase 2 redistricting plan that will see approximately 750 students shift schools, bringing to a close a process that began in February. More information can be found on the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2559953.
