Join us for the AACPS Summer Job Fairs. Register today for one of our upcoming job fairs! We are hiring for all positions across the county. Candidates will have the opportunity to connect with principals and department representatives. Come discover why you should join us at AACPS!
📍North County High School
📅 Wednesday, June 10th
⏰5:00pm-7:00pm
📍Severna Park Middle School
📅 Thursday, July 16th
⏰10:00am-12:00pm
Candidates proficient in English and Spanish are encouraged to attend!
🔗 www.aacps.org/summerjobfair
On Wednesday, June 24, Debbie Phelps provided the keynote address for our Division of Instruction and School Performance Conference attended by school building leaders and other administrators. Joined by Joe Callahan, Executive Director of the Education Foundation of Anne Arundel County Public Schools, the keynote culminated in awarding 10 AACPS Schools with $1,000 grants to support students in the upcoming year. Huge thanks to Debbie Phelps and the Phelps Legacy Fund as well as Educational Systems Federal Credit Union for underwriting these grants.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamiliy #OurStory
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamiliy #OurStory
Continuing its long streak of excellence, Anne Arundel County Public Schools’ Purchasing Office has earned a national award of excellence for the 15th consecutive year and 16th time overall.
The 2026 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award from the National Procurement Institute once again puts AACPS’ Purchasing Office in elite company. The award recognizes organizations that demonstrate excellence by obtaining a high score based on standardized criteria including innovation, professionalism, productivity, e-procurement, and leadership attributes of the procurement organization.
“The taxpayers of our county provide us with funding every year that they rightfully expect is allocated prudently and efficiently,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell said. “The team in our Purchasing Office does exactly that every single day. Their continued recognition should be a source of pride for everyone in our county.”
The 2026 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award from the National Procurement Institute once again puts AACPS’ Purchasing Office in elite company. The award recognizes organizations that demonstrate excellence by obtaining a high score based on standardized criteria including innovation, professionalism, productivity, e-procurement, and leadership attributes of the procurement organization.
“The taxpayers of our county provide us with funding every year that they rightfully expect is allocated prudently and efficiently,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell said. “The team in our Purchasing Office does exactly that every single day. Their continued recognition should be a source of pride for everyone in our county.”
Join Our Team
Food & Nutrition Services
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Informational Job Fair
📅Wednesday, July 29, 2026
⏰11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍Michael E. Busch Annapolis Library
1410 West Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
We Have an Opening for You!
Temporary Associate Positions
Make Plans to Attend!
▪️Hiring for cafeteria positions in all Anne Arundel County Public Schools.
▪️Walk-in informational job fair (no appointment necessary).
▪️Meet with hiring staff.
▪️Learn about the role, responsibilities, and requirements.
▪️Receive guidance on how to apply for the appropriate position.
▪️Please bring any relevant documents or references that may support your application.
Questions?
AACPS Food & Nutrition Services
Phone: (410) 222-5900
🔗 www.aacps.org
Congratulations to Kenaz Samet, who just finished fifth grade at Millersville Elementary School, for publishing his first book, "Joy & Buster: The epic adventure between dog and cat!"
Read more about Kenaz and his book in Tanisha Bhat's story in the Capitale Gazette at https://www.capitalgazette.com/2026/06/24/recent-millersville-elementary-graduate-published-author/.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
Congratulations to Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell, who was honored today by having his name enshrined on Kansas City's Monument to Freedom, Justice and Courage. The honor was bestowed for Dr. Bedell's six-year tenure as Superintendent of Kansas City Public Schools, during which led the effort to restore the district’s full accreditation more than two decades after it was lost.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
Even before she entered the teaching profession, Kimberle Campbell had a passion for math. As a teacher, she seeks to instill that passion in her students every day.
Her efforts have garnered attention across the state, and the Monarch Academy Annapolis has now been recognized as the 2026 Maryland Council of Teachers of Mathematics’ Outstanding Elementary School Mathematics Educator.
To read more about Ms. Campbell, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/3003434.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
Congratulations, to Tommyette McKoy of Meade High School, who has been named 2026 Educational Support Professional of the Year by the Secretaries and Assistants Association of Anne Arundel County!
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell marks the start of summer vacation next week and expresses his gratitude to the staff and families who helped students belong, grow, and succeed this school year. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/P-DSc74ZmcQ
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/B2mXcc1bZQU
The Board of Education today unanimously approved a new contract for Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell that will see the 26-year education veteran continue to lead Anne Arundel County Public Schools for the next four years.
To read more about Dr. Bedell’s work during his first four years as Superintendent, go to the AACPS News Release Page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2982172.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
To read more about Dr. Bedell’s work during his first four years as Superintendent, go to the AACPS News Release Page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2982172.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
Anne Arundel County Public Schools will serve free meals to children again this summer, beginning Wednesday, June 17, 2026. The meals are provided to children ages 2 to 18 regardless of family income level.
For more information, go to the AACPS News Release Page at http://aacps.org/article/2973138.
Anne Arundel County Public Schools has earned two more national awards from the Telly Awards Judging Council, continuing its status as a school district recognized for excellence in video and television production.
To learn more about the awards, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2971890.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
To learn more about the awards, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2971890.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
Severna Park High School’s Nora B. Devine received her high school diploma along with her classmates Monday. She may have at least one more honor in store.
Nora is one of 14 high school students across the state of Maryland and 627 in the nation to be named a semifinalist in the 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. She is the lone semifinalist from Anne Arundel County.
To read more about Nora, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2967730.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell reflects on graduation season and celebrates the accomplishments of the Class of 2026. 🎓 #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/rwXLFEnibEY
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MaE-IqC_xU8
- English: https://youtu.be/rwXLFEnibEY
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MaE-IqC_xU8
Glen Burnie High School's Yeridd Rodriguez won’t officially earn the title of high school graduate until Friday morning, but he’s already earned another very impressive title: 2026 Maryland Youth Apprentice of the Year.
To learn more about Yeridd’s honor, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2955458.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
🔗View our June/July 2026 Family Link Newsletter
‣ Summer Meals
‣ Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣ Family Academy: HS Athletics
‣ Summer events at your local library & in the community
‣ County & community resources
...and more!
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell reflects on the excitement and pride of graduation season across AACPS over the next two weeks. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/E65_9Vs3Tas
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/WWJm5_tP5FA
- English: https://youtu.be/E65_9Vs3Tas
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/WWJm5_tP5FA
The Board of Education is now accepting applications for three openings on the Executive Committee of its countywide Citizen Advisory Committee (CAC), a 34-member panel that provides input and advice on specific issues surrounding education throughout the county.
For details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2938118.
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell discusses the newly approved policy regarding personal care and toileting needs, formalizing practices already in place across our schools to support all students. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/8H4P-4cQbaw
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/D4EJWS8MG7w
- English: https://youtu.be/8H4P-4cQbaw
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/D4EJWS8MG7w
Robotics enthusiasts of all ages turned out in droves Saturday for the annual Robotics Expo hosted Anne Arundel County Public Schools’ Division of College and Career Readiness!
Students involved in the event learned firsthand about the innovation, collaboration and problem-solving that drive competitive robotics programs. Those in attendance were treated to demonstrations from the HyperLynx from Lindale Middle School, the CyberKnights from North County High School and the PowerHawks from South River High School.
Thanks to all who were involved in putting this #AACPSAwesome event on and all who participated!
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory #STEM #Robotics
