Join us for the third session of You Belong Here! Family Forum: Let's Talk Bullying! 📅 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 ⏰ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 📍Annapolis Middle School. Activities for adults and students of all ages + strategies to address bullying. Register at https://forms.gle/LYoXFFfnz1rh1aBW7
It’s nearly certain that we’re getting impacted by snow this weekend, but it’s ABSOLUTELY certain you can be part of the Keep Calm Club by ordering your “Keep Calm, Bob Will Call” apparel through the Center of Applied Technology South. All proceeds from the sale of this apparel helps fund competitions and other opportunities for our CAT center students. ❄️
🔗 Get yours today: https://www.catsouth.org/schoolstore
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
🔗 Get yours today: https://www.catsouth.org/schoolstore
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will meet at 5 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026, for the specific purpose of voting to go into closed session, pursuant to Sections 3-305(b)(9) of the General Provisions Article of the Open Meetings Act, to consider matters related to collective bargaining negotiations.
The meeting will be conducted virtually.
The public may listen to the open portion of the meeting, including the vote to go into closed session, by calling 605-468-8781 and entering access code 685333 followed by the pound/hashtag symbol.
The public may not listen to the closed session portion of the meeting.
The meeting will be conducted virtually.
The public may listen to the open portion of the meeting, including the vote to go into closed session, by calling 605-468-8781 and entering access code 685333 followed by the pound/hashtag symbol.
The public may not listen to the closed session portion of the meeting.
It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-1-16-26. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
🎉🐉 Spelling Bee Victory at Annapolis Middle! 🐉🎉
We’re beyond proud to announce the winners of the Annapolis Middle School Spelling Bee!
🥇 1st Place: Nadia — Our fierce Dragon champion!
🥈 2nd Place: Benjamin
🥉 3rd Place: Angel
Our Dragon Nadia soared to the top and will be representing AMS in the County‑Wide Spelling Bee! 🐉✨
We know she’ll make us proud as she carries the spirit, strength, and smarts of the AMS Dragons into the next round!
Let’s cheer her on as she gets ready to take the big stage!🔥📚 ¡Felicitamos a los ganadores del Spelling Bee de Annapolis Middle School! 🎉✨ https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DTiwAMuDyd4/
We’re beyond proud to announce the winners of the Annapolis Middle School Spelling Bee!
🥇 1st Place: Nadia — Our fierce Dragon champion!
🥈 2nd Place: Benjamin
🥉 3rd Place: Angel
Our Dragon Nadia soared to the top and will be representing AMS in the County‑Wide Spelling Bee! 🐉✨
We know she’ll make us proud as she carries the spirit, strength, and smarts of the AMS Dragons into the next round!
Let’s cheer her on as she gets ready to take the big stage!🔥📚 ¡Felicitamos a los ganadores del Spelling Bee de Annapolis Middle School! 🎉✨ https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DTiwAMuDyd4/
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell highlights our county’s delegation to the Maryland General Assembly. #BelongGrowSucceed
Spanish: https://youtu.be/7gDrH2g-Kg4
English: https://youtu.be/WjinHal_4P4
Spanish: https://youtu.be/7gDrH2g-Kg4
English: https://youtu.be/WjinHal_4P4
🎉 Congratulations to our Annapolis Middle School Spelling Bee Finalists! 🐝✨We are incredibly proud of our outstanding scholars who showcased determination, confidence, and an impressive command of language during this year’s Spelling Bee. Each finalist demonstrated hard work, courage, and focus—qualities that truly represent the Annapolis Middle community!👏 Please join us in celebrating our amazing finalist Instagram Post
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
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.
