Today over 500 teaching assistants gathered virtually for AACPS' first Paraeducator Symposium, Empowering Paraeducators for Student Independence, organized by the Division of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Services. This professional development provided our valuable teaching assistants, from early childhood through high school, with sessions on a variety of topics including enhancing inclusive learning environments for all students. Seeing families as valuable members of our students' teams, the latest edition of the Family Academy features a session entitled, Inclusion: What is it and Why is it so Important? available to watch on the Family Academy YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/iFNZlPKmG24 (English), https://youtu.be/HNv-TpYadzc (Spanish)
4:15 p.m., 1/21/25: Anne Arundel County Public Schools will operate on a normal schedule for all students and staff on Wednesday, January 22.
Families are encouraged to take steps to ensure students are appropriately dressed for the extremely cold temperatures that are forecast for Wednesday morning. Information from the Anne Arundel County Department of Health related to handling the cold temperatures appropriately can be found through this link or at www.aacps.org. Those precautions include layered clothing and appropriate attire to ensure that hands, faces, and skin are covered.
Families of students who walk to school should consider making arrangements to drive or have their students driven to school.
Thank you.
Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day: The Importance of Volunteers in Anne Arundel County Schools
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” – Martin Luther King Jr.
Dr. King’s words remind us of the vital role volunteers play in Anne Arundel County schools. Volunteers help students succeed through tutoring, mentoring, and supporting extracurricular activities. They also strengthen the school community, organizing events and fostering collaboration between families, teachers, and students.
On MLK Day, we honor the volunteers who continue Dr. King’s legacy by serving others and creating a brighter future for all.
As provided in the Board approved calendar, all AACPS Schools will be closed for students on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Semester Break
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As provided in the Board approved calendar, all AACPS schools and central offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025 in observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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5:30 p.m., 1/20/25: Out of an abundance of caution, AACPS employees will report to their work locations two hours later than normal on Tuesday, January 21. Employees scheduled to take part in professional development meetings should contact the organizer of their meeting for updated information.
Unit III employees will receive reporting requirements for Tuesday, January 21, in a separate message.
No decision has been made on the status of school system operations for Wednesday, January 22.
Have you registered for the Family Wellness Forum? The Family Wellness Forum is an exciting and empowering initiative for all AACPS families! This event is designed to provide you with valuable resources, tools, and strategies to help strengthen your student’s well-being. Register today: https://forms.gle/3BQ98gEneWmRVEr78. We’re excited to come together and create lasting positive change – see you there! 📆 Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30pm 📍Marley Middle School
As provided in the Board approved calendar, all AACPS schools and central offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025 in observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
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1:00 p.m., 1/17/25: Anne Arundel County Public Schools staff is monitoring the weather forecast, which calls for potential snow Sunday and into next week. Schools are closed on Monday, Jan. 20, for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday and Tuesday. Jan. 21, is a teacher workday with no students in buildings (semester break day). The following possible scenarios exist:
Students should be prepared in the event there is a need for a switch to virtual instruction when the second semester begins on Wednesday, Jan. 22.
Employees, regardless of work location, should take home any devices and other materials they may need both to work virtually on Tuesday, Jan. 21, and switch to virtual instruction when the second semester begins on Wednesday, Jan. 22, should either become necessary.
No final decisions on school system operations for Jan. 21 or 22 have been made at this time. Families and employees will receive additional messaging when those decisions are made.
As provided in the Board-approved calendar, all AACPS Schools will dismiss two-hours early, on Friday, January 17, 2025. End of second marking period. No afternoon ECI.
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7:20 a.m., 1/16/25: The bridge at Magothy Bridge Road and Ullman Road in Pasadena is closed due to a water main break that has caused icy conditions. This is, in turn, causing bus delays in the area. Families in the area may wish to consider alternative ways to transport students to school this morning.
The Anne Arundel County Public Schools Office of School and Family Partnerships is seeking applicants for its tenth International Parent and Community Leadership Academy (IPCLA). The deadline to apply is January 19, 2025. English application link: https://forms.gle/fZ9Q2SkShPKcAxcKA. More information, including the application form in multiple languages, is available at www.aacps.org/ipcla. #AACPSFamily #AACPSAwesome #BelongGrowSucceed
As provided in the Board-approved calendar, all AACPS Schools will dismiss two-hours early, on Thursday, January 16 and Friday, January 17, 2025. End of second marking period. No afternoon ECI.
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Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell today announced the #LiftLA campaign, which will raise funds to assist the students and families of the Los Angeles Unified School District impacted by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Info: www.aacps.org/drbedellmessage.
As provided in the Board-approved calendar, all AACPS Schools will dismiss two-hours early, on Thursday, January 16 and Friday, January 17, 2025. End of second marking period. No afternoon ECI.
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We are thrilled to invite you to the Family Wellness Forum – an exciting and empowering initiative for all AACPS families! This event is designed to provide you with valuable resources, tools, and strategies to help strengthen your student’s well-being. Register today: https://forms.gle/3BQ98gEneWmRVEr78. We’re excited to come together and create lasting positive change – see you there! 📆 Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30pm
📍Marley Middle School
The last Family Academy College Financial Aid Night is January 22nd from 6-7:30pm at Glen Burnie HS! Join us to learn about how to apply for college financial aid, including information on financial aid options for international students.
Register for this event at https://forms.gle/RqBgP6Bye1oLMPft6.
Interpreters available upon request.
166 Anne Arundel County Public Schools educators earn National Board Certification #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://www.aacps.org/article/1957495
As we approach the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs testing, we want to remind families about the importance of your students’ participation. This test helps families understand their students’ English language skills in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing—important information that helps guide the support needed for their success in school. 🗓️ Be sure your student is present on testing days. 🎯 No need to study, just focus on showing what they know! 💬 Talk with your student about their language development and encourage them to do their best. Together, we are a team, and your student's success is our top priority! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
A message from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell outlining expected behaviors of spectators at athletics and other events has been posted online. Please take a few minutes to read this message and understand how to best support our students. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
www.aacps.org/drbedellmessage
