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Joe Bigsby, a STEM teacher at Magothy River Middle School, tonight was named the 2026 Anne Arundel County Public Schools Teacher of the Year. The announcement came before a crowd of more than 700 people at the culmination of the 40th annual Excellence in Education Awards held at the Live! Event Center at Arundel Mills.

Bigsby has taught Anne Arundel County Public Schools students since 2018 and has spent the entirety of that time at Magothy River Middle School. During that time, he has built a reputation as a dynamic educator with a passion for student connection and innovation.

For more about Bigsby and all those honored at this year’s event, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2843645.

4 days ago, AACPS

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has been presented with a recommended 2027-2028 school year calendar that calls for classes to begin for students on Monday, August 30, 2027, and end on Wednesday, June 14, 2028.

The Board is scheduled to vote on adoption of the calendar at its May 6, 2026, meeting. It approved a calendar for the 2026-2027 school year in December.

For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2842340.

4 days ago, AACPS

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares details on the AACPS Data Dashboard. #BelongGrowSucceed

- English: https://youtu.be/IQ57NArSyR0
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/BHj1FmopMHc

6 days ago, AACPS

Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 23, 2026

Sara Hamdaoui, a junior at Crofton High School, has been elected by members of the Chesapeake Regional Association of Student Councils (CRASC) to be the 2026-2027 student member of the Anne Arundel County Board of Education (SMOB). The results were announced today on CRASC’s Instagram page, @CRASC_Online.
For more details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2838029.

6 days ago, AACPS

Meade High School’s Army JROTC Battalion has been named an Honor Unit With Distinction, the highest possible honor in the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps Program.

The award is earned by units who scored above the 95th percentile in their triennial inspection and accreditation process. The last time the battalion earned the award was 2013.

To learn more about the program, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2837088.

6 days ago, AACPS

Meade High School Army JROTC earns honor

With winter and the Easter/Spring Break in the rear-view mirror, students, families and staff now have their sights set on the end of the school year.

The last day of school for students in prekindergarten through 11th grade will be Tuesday, June 16, 2026. The last day of work for 191-day Unit I and Unit IV employees (classroom teachers, teaching assistants, technology support technicians, etc.) will be Thursday, June 18, 2026.

For more key dates, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2828570.

11 days ago, AACPS

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County is set to vote on revisions to its grading policy that would allow the school district to provide class rank to certain high school students at its next meeting, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

At the meeting, the Board will also:

• receive the recommendation of the Calendar Committee on the calendar for the 2027-28 school year. A Board vote on that calendar is scheduled for the Board’s May 6, 2026, meeting. The Board approved the 2026-27 school year calendar earlier this year.
• get a summary of education-related legislation considered during the recently concluded Maryland General Assembly session and the impact of that legislation on the school district.
• recognize 2026 National Merit Scholarship finalists.

For more details on the meeting, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2826901.

12 days ago, AACPS

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares more about the Meade Cluster Spring Event taking place this Saturday, April 18.

- English: https://youtu.be/vJgx0NhJY54
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/2pcK2z_pnP0

13 days ago, AACPS

Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 16, 2026

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell took time yesterday to see the future of education up close when he visited students in the Center of Applied Technology South’s Teacher Academy of Maryland (TAM) class. Dr. Bedell spoke to students about his own experience as a student and educator and answered student questions about the Anne Arundel County Public Schools student experience and educational careers. TAM is a Career and Technology Education Career Institute designed by the Maryland State Department of Education to address Maryland’s persistent teacher shortage challenge by creating a pipeline of teacher candidates. It is offered to students at both Centers of Applied Technology. TAM is made up of four courses students may begin taking in the 10th grade.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory

13 days ago, AACPS

Dr. Bedell speaks to students in a classroom

Dr. Bedell speaks to a student in a classroom

CAT-South Teacher Academy Program Students and Teachers with Dr. Bedell

The Anne Arundel County Public Schools community has known about the amazing Apex Commercial Band for years. Now, Boards of Education and school district officials from around the nation know about it. The band earned the opportunity to perform in San Antonio, Texas, this week as part of the National School Boards Association conference. Congratulations to everyone involved in this #AACPSAwesome endeavor. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily

16 days ago, AACPS

Apex Commercial Band performing in San Antonio

Apex Commercial Band members with Board of Education members

Congratulations to the 24 graduates of the 2026 International Parent and Community Leadership Academy! Your investment of time and energy into this program and your ongoing involvement are making us a better school district! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily

17 days ago, AACPS

International Parent and Community Leadership Academy graduates

International Parent and Community Leadership Academy graduates are congratulated by the Board of Education

International Parent and Community Leadership Academy graduates are commended by Frances Cruz-Serrano

Join us for the final session of You Belong Here! Family Forum: Let's Talk Bullying. 📅 Wednesday, April 22⏰ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm📍 Severn Run High School. Register at https://forms.gle/6K5rqYXsjkBe7ixq7. Explore topics about bullying/cyberbullying, the effects on mental health, and how we can all work together to build inclusive schools and communities. Engage in activities for all ages - elementary, middle, high, and adults! Emerge with concrete strategies for talking about bullying!

19 days ago, AACPS

Flyer from Anne Arundel County Public Schools promoting a “You Belong Here! Family Forum: Let’s Talk Bullying.” The event is for students, parents/guardians, and caregivers, and will cover bullying and cyberbullying with activities and helpful resources. It takes place April 22 at 5:30 pm at Severn Run High School. The flyer includes a graphic of three colorful figures with raised arms and the words “Belong. Grow. Succeed.” and a call to action: “Register early to attend!”

Volante de las Escuelas Públicas del Condado de Anne Arundel que promueve “¡Usted pertenece aquí! Foro familiar: Hablemos del acoso”. El evento está dirigido a estudiantes, padres, tutores legales y cuidadores, y tratará sobre el acoso y el acoso cibernético, con actividades para estudiantes y adultos y recursos útiles. Se llevará a cabo el 22 de abril a las 5:30 pm en la Secundaria Severn Run. El volante incluye un gráfico de tres figuras coloridas con los brazos levantados y el texto “Pertenecer. Crecer. Triunfar.”, además de un llamado a la acción: “¡Inscríbase pronto para asistir!”.

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares an important update about the high school schedule for PSAT and SAT testing day on April 15. #BelongGrowSucceed

- English: https://youtu.be/9xSl6_3mmWk
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/ScKg246qbVY

20 days ago, AACPS

Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 9, 2026

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell highlights the AACPS Board of Education's Military Service Award in honor of Candace C. W. Antwine.

- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MtjTH0OQZsM
- English: https://youtu.be/4Co7v-rxHxA

27 days ago, AACPS

Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 2, 2026

🔗View our April 2026 Family Link Newsletter
‣ Dates to Remember
‣ You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣ Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣ Family Academy Events
‣ Events at your local library
‣ County & community resources
...and more!

about 1 month ago, AACPS School & Family Partnerships

9:45 a.m., 3/26/26: Due to decreasing water service at the school, the Center of Applied Technology North will close early today at 10:30 a.m. As a result, there will be no afternoon sessions.Students will be transported to their home schools, where they will complete the remainder of the school day.

about 1 month ago, AACPS

CAT-North closing at 10:30 a.m. on 3/26/26

7:30 a.m., 3/26/26: An accident on Route 100 near Oakwood Road is causing significant traffic delays in the area this morning.

about 1 month ago, AACPS

Accident on Route 100 causing traffic delays

7:10 a.m., 3/26/26: Due to a lack of water at the school, Severn Run High School will be closed for students and staff today.

about 1 month ago, AACPS

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell kicks off Spring Break, sharing his hopes for a relaxing week for all.

- Spanish: https://youtu.be/i6wHlIahD4k
- English: https://youtu.be/ATVB_14oIg0

about 1 month ago, AACPS

Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - March 26, 2026

3:10 p.m., 3-25-26: A serious accident has closed northbound Route 3 at Riedel Road in Crofton. The road is expected to remain closed for some time. Afternoon transportation for students in that area and potentially beyond will be delayed. Police advise avoiding Route 3.

about 1 month ago, AACPS