📸🕵️ Mission: Model UN/IB Take Over the Spy Museum 🕵️📸
🔍 Operation: Field Trip Success
Annapolis Middle School Model UN/IB agents spent the day uncovering secrets at the Spy Museum and diving into a high‑stakes Cuban Missile Crisis simulation—and let’s just say… they absolutely crushed the mission! 🗺️💼
From decoding clues to outsmarting world‑class scenarios, these students represented AMS with pride, teamwork, and top‑tier spy skills. 🏫💚 https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DUtIPtHgvHs/

3 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
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AMS Students at Spy Museum
AMS Students at Spy Museum
AMS Students at Spy Museum
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell addresses firearm safety. #BelongGrowSucceed

English: https://youtu.be/dclsqM69-mc
Spanish: https://youtu.be/IQZPBiVtS8E
3 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- February 12, 2026
✨ UNITY DAY EQUITY PD at AMS! ✨
Today ourAnnapolis Middle School educators had the incredible opportunity to learn from Dr. Shaun Woodly, nationally recognized speaker and author of “MC Means Move the Class.” His energy, passion, and deep commitment to equity-centered teaching were truly inspiring.
During our Unity Day Equity Presentation, Dr. Woodly challenged us to think differently, teach boldly, and build classrooms where every student feels seen, valued, and empowered. His strategies for engagement and culturally responsive teaching left our staff motivated and ready to elevate our practice! 💡📚
Thank you, Dr. Woodly, for pouring into our AMS community and reminding us what it means to Move the Class! 🔥🙌
3 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
Dr Woodly
Staff at AMS
Staff equity pd
Staff equity pd
🐻❄️ BRRR-ILLIANT JOB, DRAGONS! ❄️🐻
Huge shoutout to our fearless NJS & SGA Dragons for their chilly commitment and incredible fundraising for the Special Olympics during the Polar Bear Plunge! 💙🐉🔥
@specialolympics_md #ExperienceInclusion #BearTheCold #UnifiedMD @plungemd @aacountyschools
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DUjY6SzAmrZ/
3 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
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Ams plunbgers
AMS p[lungers
🎉 Congratulations, Emily Sidur! 🎉
We are so proud to celebrate our Dragon, Emily, for earning 2nd Place at the Anne Arundel County level of the State of Maryland Literacy Association Young Authors’ Contest! 📚✍️Annapolis Middle School is proud of you!
Her powerful poem, “Pretty Isn’t Always Enough,” showcases her voice, creativity, and thoughtful perspective. What an incredible accomplishment—keep writing and inspiring others with your words! 🌟
👏 Way to go, Emily! #dragonstrong
@aacountyschools @aacpsspanish
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/reel/DUiwdtzDj7g/
3 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
Sidur 2nd place winner

The AACPS Division of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Services and Partners for Success presents a webinar on Seasons of Change: Preparing for changes in educational levels from birth - age 21. Come learn about transitions within your child's educational levels, from early intervention through elementary, middle, high, and beyond. Join experts from each level as they share information and insights into the educational journey. 📅Thursday, February 19, 2026, ⏰12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Register at https://forms.gle/fTfB6oQfpHRvrDWx6

3 months ago, AACPS
Partners for Success Presents Seasons of Change - Preparing for changes in Education Levels from Birth -Age 21 Virtual event February 19, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has approved a negotiated agreement for the current fiscal year with the Association of Educational Leaders (AEL) that provides cost-of-living increases and salary scale adjustments for members of the bargaining unit. For details, go to the AACPS News release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2685024.

3 months ago, AACPS
AACPS AEL
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell focuses on graduation requirements. #BelongGrowSucceed

English: https://youtu.be/ZHWRMguOkTA
Spanish: https://youtu.be/AEZp35eLsq8
3 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- February 5, 2026

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

3 months ago, AACPS
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
Únase a nosotros para la tercera sesión de ¡Usted pertenece aquí! Foro familiar: Hablemos del acoso, martes, 10 de febrero, 5:30pm - 7:30pm en Annapolis MS. ¡Actividades para adultos y estudiantes de todas las edades + estrategias para afrontar el acoso!  Inscríbanse en https://forms.gle/LYoXFFfnz1rh1aBW7

Five high school students from across Anne Arundel County have advanced as semifinalists in the 2026-2027 Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB) selection process. To learn more about the semifinalists, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2679174. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory

3 months ago, AACPS
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3:00 p.m., 2/3/26: Barring any additional inclement weather overnight that would impact school operations, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will open on time and will operate on normal schedules for students and staff on Wednesday, February 4.

There will still be areas of the county where adverse road and sidewalk conditions exist tomorrow morning, so families and employees are urged to continue to exercise caution and patience, including as it relates to decisions about student drivers. Families of students who normally walk to school should once again closely examine walking routes and, if prudent and possible, consider transporting their students to and from school.

Thank you.

3 months ago, AACPS
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Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell delivers a message to families, students and staff about the reopening of schools today and also thanks all those who continue to exercise grace and patience. More than 90 percent of students attended classes in person today, and our AACPS team is continuing to work along with County and City of Annapolis crews to make things better as the week progresses. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://youtu.be/2nJ4ARF-ag0

3 months ago, AACPS
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell

🔗View our February 2026 Family Link Newsletter
‣ Dates to Remember
‣ You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣ Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣ Family Academy Events
‣ Black History Month at your local library
‣ County & community resources
...and more!

3 months ago, AACPS
Family Link Newsletter - puzzle pieces containing images of students, parents, and community members

4:00 p.m., 1/31/26: Out of an abundance of caution and in order to allow additional time for student and staff travel, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools will open two hours late on Monday, Feb. 2, and Tuesday, Feb. 3. There will be no morning half-day ECSE sessions, no morning sessions at the Centers of Applied Technology, and no transportation to JROTC programs.

Families of students who normally walk to school should closely examine walking routes prior to Monday and strongly consider transporting their students to and from school. Some adverse road and sidewalk conditions will also still exist on Monday and Tuesday, so families and staff are urged to exercise caution and patience, including as it relates to decisions about student drivers.

3 months ago, AACPS
Important Notice artwork

4:35 p.m., 1/30/26: Anne Arundel County Public Schools-sponsored activities for Saturday, January 31, will continue as scheduled. For the status of activities sponsored by agencies other than Anne Arundel County Public Schools on January 31 or February 1, please check with those agencies.

Those traveling to school sites for activities on Saturday should allow extra time for travel and exercise caution as they walk to and from buildings. Crews will be continuing to work on school sites throughout the day Saturday.

No decisions have been made about the status of school district operations for Monday, February 2.

Thank you.

3 months ago, AACPS
Important Notice artwork
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares his gratitude for the dedicated staff who worked tirelessly through snow and ice to support our AACPS schools and buildings. #BelongGrowSucceed

YouTube English:  https://youtu.be/1SzYvdmgphA
YouTube Spanish:  https://youtu.be/J_s0Tj8V8mc
3 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - January 29, 2026

12:15 p,.m, 1/28/26: Due to continuing adverse weather and travel conditions, including ongoing work at school sites, impassable side streets and inaccessible bus stops in some areas, all AACPS schools will operate virtually on Thursday, January 29, and Friday, January 30. Students will engage in real-time virtual instruction with their teachers. Schools will begin instruction at 9 or 9:15 a.m., as listed on schedules that can be found at www.aacps.org/studentschedules or www.aacps.org/stayconnected.

With the exception of Unit III Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance personnel, AACPS employees will work remotely on January 29 and 30. Unit III Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance personnel must follow the terms of their negotiated agreement and report to work locations as required. Additional guidance regarding reporting requirements will be communicated to impacted employees.

No decisions have been made about school district activities for Saturday, January 31.

Thank you.

3 months ago, AACPS
Important Notice artwork
To help families and students be able to more easily access resources and information during the aftermath of this winter storm, Anne Arundel County Public Schools has created a special web page. Go to www.aacps.org/stayconnected to access that information, including rescheduled dates for postponed events.
4 months ago, AACPS
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Led by improvements in 10 of 14 student group categories and with 11 of 16 comprehensive high schools posting graduation rates over 90 percent, Anne Arundel County Public Schools saw its overall graduation rate rise for the second consecutive year, data released today by the Maryland State Department of Education shows.

To learn more about the graduation rate, go to the AACPS News Release section at https://www.aacps.org/article/2660849.
4 months ago, AACPS
AACPS graduation rate artwork
Eight high school students from across Anne Arundel County have been nominated to be the 2026–2027 Student Member of the Board of Education. To see the complete list of candidates, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2660263.
4 months ago, AACPS
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