Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Please join Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell for the the next session of the “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” series at 6 p.m. tonight at Severn Run High School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.

7 months ago, AACPS

🎉 Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth! Bud Zapata - Fire Marshal and Public Information Officer, Annapolis Fire Department #AACPSFamily #CelebrateDiversity #AACPSCelebrates #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana

7 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Bud Zapata - Fire Marshal and Public Information Officer My family is from El Salvador and I’ve always taken pride in who I am as a Latino. I’m an alumn of AACPS, a graduate of Annapolis HS, and when I started school I was an ESOL student who didn’t know much English. I remember all of my teachers, and if it wasn’t for them I wouldn’t be where I am today. As the first Hispanic captain in the Annapolis Fire Department, I had to overcome many barriers in my line of work. My strong work ethic and positive attitude come from my family - they've shown me that regardless of the situation, you take each challenge and continue to look forward. I enjoy what I do because I get to visit schools and be in the community, and the students and families smile when I speak to them in Spanish. Kids tell me they want to be firefighters, and I tell them they can do it, that they’re our future. As a role model, I want to see them excel and go above and beyond what I have been able to accomplish. Students: continue to work hard in school. Don’t lose your Spanish language skills. Being bilingual is important because you can help so many people and make a difference in their lives. In my job, it’s a relief for many Hispanic families to know that there’s someone who speaks their language. Our Hispanic community has grown and we need to reflect our community. Take pride in who you are as a Latino - embrace your culture and your language.

Bud Zapata - Jefe de Bomberos y Oficial de Información Pública Mi familia es de El Salvador y siempre he tomado orgullo de lo que soy como latino. Soy un graduado de AACPS, de Annapolis HS, y cuando empecé la escuela era un estudiante de ESOL que no sabía mucho inglés. Recuerdo a todos mis maestros, y si no fuera por ellos no estaría donde estoy hoy. Como primer capitán hispano del Departamento de Bomberos de Annapolis, tuve que superar muchas barreras en mi trabajo. Mi gran ética de trabajo y mi actitud positiva se las debo a mi familia, que me ha enseñado que, sea cual sea la situación, hay que tomar cada obstáculo y seguir adelante. Me encanta lo que hago porque puedo visitar escuelas y estar en la comunidad, y los estudiantes y las familias sonríen cuando les hablo en español. os niños me dicen que quieren ser bomberos, y yo les digo que pueden hacerlo, que son nuestro futuro. Como buen modelo a seguir, quiero verles sobresalir e ir más allá de lo que yo he podido conseguir. Estudiantes: sigan esforzándose en la escuela. No pierdan su dominio del español. Ser bilingüe es importante porque puedes ayudar a mucha gente y hacer una diferencia en sus vidas. En mi trabajo, es un alivio para muchas familias hispanas saber que hay alguien que habla su idioma. Nuestra comunidad hispana ha crecido y tenemos que reflejarla. Toma orgullo de lo que eres como latino: abraza tu cultura y tu idioma.

Registration for the Student Device Loaner Program is now available for students and their families. Devices are expected to be delivered to approved students beginning on October 1, 2024. Details: www.aacps.org/deviceloanerprogram.

7 months ago, AACPS

Please join Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell for the the next session of the “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” series at 6 p.m. tonight at Broadneck High School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.

7 months ago, AACPS

The next meeting of the Innovative School Scheduling Workgroup established by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in the Board Room of the Parham Building, located at 2644 Riva Road in Annapolis. The workgroup has been created to engage stakeholders in a robust conversation regarding school scheduling in Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) and to consider innovative school scheduling models for implementation in AACPS. It consists of AACPS staff, elected officials, and representatives from community organizations. Meetings are open to the public and public feedback on innovative school scheduling in AACPS and the work of the workgroup is encouraged. Individuals will be able to provide comment in person or virtually at the end of each workgroup meeting. A total of five speakers will be permitted to speak for three minutes each. Written comment may also be submitted to Grace Wilson, Senior Legislative and Policy Specialist, at gawilson1@aacps.org. As the group’s work progresses, more information will be posted at www.aacps.org/schedulingworkgroup. Those who cannot attend meetings in person can watch virtually through links found on that page.

7 months ago, AACPS

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell’s next session of “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, September 23, at Broadneck High School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.

7 months ago, AACPS

AACPS: Brooklyn Park MS was on a “hold” status for about an hour as a precaution as police investigated an alleged threat made by a student after an altercation. Students and staff remained safe in the school. Fortunately, the threat was not deemed credible and police provided a presence as a precuation. The school will continue normal operations for the remainder of the day. Around the county, Police and schools are dealing with many perceived threats which require additional resources. As Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell mentioned in his letter last Friday and in yesterday’s Thursday Thoughts, we will continue to investigate every threat brought to our attention in partnership with Police. Today, Police released additional information about this issue: https://x.com/AACOPD/status/1837195637479109068

7 months ago, AACPS

Anne Arundel County Public Schools Safety

Apply for Free or Reduced-Price Meals! Check out the new Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-friday! Learn about academics and programs, how to navigate AACPS, or get resources on how to support the well-being and growth of students through the AACPS Family Academy online video library. Look for featured content from Family Academy every other Friday on AACPS social media or visit www.aacps.org/familyacademy any time! #AACPSAwesome #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed

7 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

This week's update regarding staff vacancies that impact school operations for the school year is posted at www.aacps.org/staffvacancies. Please share with someone you know who would be a great addition to our #AACPSFamily to help all students #BelongGrowSucceed.

7 months ago, AACPS

In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell talks about school safety, the rise in rumors and threats, and the roles we all play in keeping each other safe. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed https://youtu.be/4fBiE7lmUZs

7 months ago, AACPS

REMINDER – “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” set for 6 p.m. tonight at Southern High School. Hear school system updates from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell and have an opportunity to talk with Cabinet members.

7 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Partners in Progress September 19, 2024 Southern High School

🎉 Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth! Alison Flores - Director of Hispanic/Latino and Multicultural Resources in the Office of the Anne Arundel County Executive #AACPSFamily #CelebrateDiversity #AACPSCelebrates #MesDeLaHerenciaHispana

8 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Alison Flores - Director of Hispanic/Latino and Multicultural Resources Though I was born in Maryland, my parents came from EL Salvador. They have worked really hard and have created a successful life from nothing. They always ensured their kids excelled in school and provided the support we needed at home. I was in English as a Second Language (ESOL) for a long time, and whenever I talk to people about learning English, I share with them that it is a journey. Many things make me proud of my Hispanic Heritage, including our people's tenacity, resiliency, and creativity. Another thing I love about being Hispanic is seeing the diversity of Latino cultures throughout Latin America. We capture the best parts of a lot of things!

Alison Flores - Directora de Recursos Hispanos/Latinos y Multiculturales Aunque nací en Maryland, mis padres vinieron de El Salvador. Han trabajado muy duro y han creado una vida de éxito a partir de nada. Siempre se aseguraron de que sus hijos tuvieran éxito en la escuela y nos proporcionaron el apoyo que necesitábamos en casa. Estudié inglés como segunda lengua (ESOL) durante mucho tiempo, y siempre que hablo con la gente sobre el aprendizaje del inglés, les digo que es un viaje de aprendizaje a lo largo de la vida. Hay muchas cosas que me hacen sentir orgullosa de mi herencia hispana, como la tenacidad, la resiliencia y la creatividad de nuestra gente. Otra cosa que me encanta de ser hispana es ver la diversidad de las culturas latinas en toda América Latina. Captamos lo mejor de muchas cosas.

REMINDER – “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” set for 6 p.m. tonight at Chesapeake High School. Hear school system updates from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell and have an opportunity to talk with Cabinet members.

8 months ago, AACPS

Celebrating Constitution Day

8 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Celebrating Our Amazing Technology Team National IT Professionals Day #AACPSCelebrates

8 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth #AACPSFamily #CelebrateDiversity #AACPSCelebrates Spanish - https://fb.watch/uEf4Bs4pX3/ English - https://fb.watch/uEf8bcBllS/

8 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

🎉 Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth ! Hispanic Heritage Month began as a week-long observance in June 1968, introduced by Congressman George E. Brown and approved by President Lyndon B. Johnson on September 17, 1968. In 1988, a bill championed by Senator Paul Simon and U.S. Representative Esteban E. Torres extended the celebration to a full 31 days. President Ronald Reagan signed this extension into law on August 17, 1988. On September 14, 1989, President George H.W. Bush officially declared the period from September 15 to October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month. This timeframe honors the independence days of several Latin American countries: Mexico (September 16, 1810), Chile (September 18, 1810), Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua (September 15, 1821), and Belize (September 21, 1981). #CelebrateDiversity #AACPSCelebrates

8 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

A message from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell regarding an increase in the reports of threats of violence to schools has been posted online. Please take time to read this message. It can be found at www.aacps.org/drbedellmessage.

8 months ago, AACPS

Dr. Bedell's Thursday Thoughts this week: As athletics get into full swing, spectators need to do their part. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bo1YpJDA2Ac

8 months ago, AACPS

8 months ago, AACPS