Way to go, 🐍 AMS 6th graders! 🌟 Your perfect attendance shows that you know how much Attendance Matters! 🏫💪
As a sweet reward for your dedication, you scored a SLURPEE from 7-Eleven! 🥤🎈
Big THANK YOU to 7-Eleven for supporting our students and making this celebration extra cool! ❄️
Keep showing up, keep shining! 🐲💛
@aacountyschools @aacpsspanish @aacpscommunityschools #DragonStrong #belongrowsucceed
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/p/DTbIP20j5k3/
As a sweet reward for your dedication, you scored a SLURPEE from 7-Eleven! 🥤🎈
Big THANK YOU to 7-Eleven for supporting our students and making this celebration extra cool! ❄️
Keep showing up, keep shining! 🐲💛
@aacountyschools @aacpsspanish @aacpscommunityschools #DragonStrong #belongrowsucceed
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/p/DTbIP20j5k3/
"AMS Runs On Reading!” 🐲 Well, at least it does in Mrs. Key's 7th-grade classroom. Her students had a delicious 🍩donut 🍩 tasting where they got to read novels, rate them, and choose their favorite for marking period 2. Great job, Mrs. Key! https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/p/DTYMOfIDpPZ/ @aacountyschools #IBlearning #novels
❤️✨ Thank you~ Gracias Sarah ✨❤️
Huge shoutout to our amazing donor who stepped in with the biggest heart and paid off ALL outstanding student lunches at 🐲 AMS! 🍎💙
Because of you, our students can focus on learning, laughing, and being their awesome selves — not worrying about lunch balances.
Your kindness filled more than trays today… it filled hearts. 🐲 🥹❤️
Thank you for showing our kids what community, compassion, and generosity look like.
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DTTzzpuj_n-/
Huge shoutout to our amazing donor who stepped in with the biggest heart and paid off ALL outstanding student lunches at 🐲 AMS! 🍎💙
Because of you, our students can focus on learning, laughing, and being their awesome selves — not worrying about lunch balances.
Your kindness filled more than trays today… it filled hearts. 🐲 🥹❤️
Thank you for showing our kids what community, compassion, and generosity look like.
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DTTzzpuj_n-/
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County is scheduled to vote on changes in its policy regarding graduation requirements for students at its next meeting, set for Wednesday, January 14, 2026. For complete information, including proposed changes in the administrative regulation regarding graduation requirements, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2625723.
The 6th Grade Dragons just leveled up! 🐉✨
Our Annapolis Middle School was transformed into a high-energy laser show with a powerful message. We learned that being a Dragon means leading with respect and standing up against bullying.
Watching the lasers light up the room was incredible, but the real "glow up" is seeing our students commit to making AMS a kinder place for everyone. 💡🤝🐉
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DTQ4TuAAnbx/
Our Annapolis Middle School was transformed into a high-energy laser show with a powerful message. We learned that being a Dragon means leading with respect and standing up against bullying.
Watching the lasers light up the room was incredible, but the real "glow up" is seeing our students commit to making AMS a kinder place for everyone. 💡🤝🐉
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DTQ4TuAAnbx/
This week on Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares more about the district’s mentoring program.
English: https://youtu.be/D0a2RMQtGJw
Spanish: https://youtu.be/F-WJVQjDE3A
English: https://youtu.be/D0a2RMQtGJw
Spanish: https://youtu.be/F-WJVQjDE3A
Join us for the third session of You Belong Here! Family Forum: Let's Talk Bullying. 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! 📅Tuesday, February 10 ⏰5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 📍Annapolis Middle School 🔗Register at https://forms.gle/LYoXFFfnz1rh1aBW7
Calling it a “proactive and responsible step” to address growing pressures as the Fiscal Year 2027 budget process begins, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell today announced an immediate hiring freeze for the school district’s central and satellite offices.
For more information, go to the AACPS’ News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2619561.
For more information, go to the AACPS’ News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2619561.
🎉🐉 Annapolis School Dragon Staff wrapped up the last day before winter break with BIG smiles, warm hearts, and tons of fun! ❄️✨
From laughter-filled halls to festive surprises, our Dragon spirit was shining brighter than ever. 💚💛🔥
https://youtube.com/shorts/SylXuZaxSIE?feature=share https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DSfjM0VjojK/
From laughter-filled halls to festive surprises, our Dragon spirit was shining brighter than ever. 💚💛🔥
https://youtube.com/shorts/SylXuZaxSIE?feature=share https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DSfjM0VjojK/
✨🐉 Happy New Year, Dragon Annapolis Middle School! 🐉✨
Wishing all our amazing students, staff, and families a year filled with growth, joy, and endless opportunities.
Here’s to new beginnings, bold goals, and a fantastic year ahead! 💫📚🎉
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/p/DS9NjjbDg_s/
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DSd1-wiglZw/
Wishing all our amazing students, staff, and families a year filled with growth, joy, and endless opportunities.
Here’s to new beginnings, bold goals, and a fantastic year ahead! 💫📚🎉
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/p/DS9NjjbDg_s/
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DSd1-wiglZw/
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has opened a link for those wishing to testify virtually at the second of its two public hearings on Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell’s recommended Fiscal Year 2027 operating and capital budgets. For information on both hearings as well as avenues to sign up to deliver testimony, go to AACPS' News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2616536.
The Board of Education has scheduled two public hearings and a public workshop on Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget recommendation.
Public hearings will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Severn Run High School, and Thursday, January 8, 2026, in the Board Room at the Parham Building in Annapolis. Both hearings begin at 6 p.m. The workshop will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, in the Board Room at the Parham Building.
More information, including the process for signing up to speak at the hearings, can be found on AACPS' Budget page at www.aacps.org/fy27budget.
Public hearings will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Severn Run High School, and Thursday, January 8, 2026, in the Board Room at the Parham Building in Annapolis. Both hearings begin at 6 p.m. The workshop will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, in the Board Room at the Parham Building.
More information, including the process for signing up to speak at the hearings, can be found on AACPS' Budget page at www.aacps.org/fy27budget.
🔗View our January 2026 Family Link Newsletter
‣International Parent & Community Leadership Academy
‣Dates to Remember
‣You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣Family Academy Events
‣AACPS Mentorship Programs
...and more!
The Anne Arundel County Public Schools Office of School and Family Partnerships is looking for candidates for its 11th annual International Parent and Community Leadership Academy (IPCLA), which begins February 17, 2026.
The seven-week academy is aimed at improving communication between the school system and international families as well as diversifying the pool of leaders in schools and communities who can better support the academic achievement of international students and multilingual learners. Meetings will be held during the day at various Anne Arundel County Public Schools locations.
For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2608959.
The seven-week academy is aimed at improving communication between the school system and international families as well as diversifying the pool of leaders in schools and communities who can better support the academic achievement of international students and multilingual learners. Meetings will be held during the day at various Anne Arundel County Public Schools locations.
For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2608959.
🌟 Community School Spotlight! 🌟
Huge thank you to our Dragon Community School Program Manager, Ms. Beller and our Bilingual Specialist, Ms. Vergil, for supporting our Annapolis Middle School Dragon families! 🐉💚
This week, they helped provide fresh fruits and vegetables to our Dragon community—bringing nutrition, care, and connection straight to our families’ hands. 🥕🍎🥦
@aacountyschools @aacpsspanish @aacpscommunityschools #DragonsStrong #belonggrowsucceed #pertenecercrecertriunfar
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/p/DSaTlh4jn9e/
Huge thank you to our Dragon Community School Program Manager, Ms. Beller and our Bilingual Specialist, Ms. Vergil, for supporting our Annapolis Middle School Dragon families! 🐉💚
This week, they helped provide fresh fruits and vegetables to our Dragon community—bringing nutrition, care, and connection straight to our families’ hands. 🥕🍎🥦
@aacountyschools @aacpsspanish @aacpscommunityschools #DragonsStrong #belonggrowsucceed #pertenecercrecertriunfar
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/p/DSaTlh4jn9e/
Beginning with freshmen in the 2026-27 school year, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools students will be required to earn one-half credit in financial literacy in order to graduate, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell has announced.
For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2606299.
For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2606299.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will host elected officials representing the county and the City of Annapolis at its annual Legislative Breakfast on Monday, January 5, 2026.
For details go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2606278.
For details go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2606278.
The Chesapeake Regional Association of Student Councils (CRASC) will launch the 2026–2027 Student Member of the Board (SMOB) election cycle by hosting a virtual information night on Tuesday, January 7, 2026.
For more information and details on the process, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2606248.
For more information and details on the process, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2606248.
🐉✨ Hey AMS Dragons!
Did you know showing up to school every day powers up your Dragon skills? 💥📚
Let’s keep those streaks strong, those brains buzzing, and that Dragon pride flaming HOT! 🔥🔥 @aacountyschools @aacpscommunityschools @aacpsspanish
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DSU_Z5njsL6/
Did you know showing up to school every day powers up your Dragon skills? 💥📚
Let’s keep those streaks strong, those brains buzzing, and that Dragon pride flaming HOT! 🔥🔥 @aacountyschools @aacpscommunityschools @aacpsspanish
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DSU_Z5njsL6/
Continuing a pattern of prudent and responsible budgetary decisions and placing a clear emphasis on prioritizing people over launching a slate of new programs in light of budgetary constraints at various levels, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell tonight recommended a Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget to the Board of Education tonight that dedicates nearly 49 percent of new funding to employee compensation and benefits.
For details, go to the AACPS news release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2605182.
For details, go to the AACPS news release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2605182.
