In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses the ongoing Phase 2 redistricting process. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily

English: https://youtu.be/-KbI4X48oCY
Spanish: https://youtu.be/jYJRivm8LhY
5 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell
Acting on newly released unofficial enrollment counts for the current school year provided to it last night, the Board of Education has moved two additional redistricting proposals to public hearing. With last night’s action, the Board has now moved six proposals forward to public hearing.

For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2489634.
5 months ago, AACPS
Phase 2 redistricting
Annapolis Middle School proudly celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with a vibrant and lively event that brought together families, parents, staff, the superintendent, and board members. The evening was filled with lively music, delicious food, and energetic dancing, all presented by our talented students. It was a wonderful opportunity to honor Hispanic culture and traditions while strengthening our school community. The celebration highlighted the creativity and spirit of our students, as well as the strong support from those who make our school a special place. #DragonStrong
5 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
Hispanic Celebration AMS
Hispanis Celebration
Hispanic Celebrartion AMS
HIspanic Celebration AMS
HIspanic Celebration
Hispani Celebration AMS

Graduating seniors at 14 county high schools will once again receive their diplomas at the Live! Event Center at Arundel Mills this spring, with ceremonies at eight other schools scheduled at other venues, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell announced today.
For more details, go to www.aacps.org/graduations.

5 months ago, AACPS
Class of 2026 artwork
It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-10-10-25. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
5 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Family Academy Friday
Family Academy Friday
So happy to be celebrating our principal, Ms. Herrera, during "Principal's Appreciation Month" 🐲 at Annapolis Middle School. We appreciate all her hard work and dedication to the school, students, and staff. 🐉. She is Dragon Strong!
@aacountyschools @aacpsspanish @aacpscommunityschools @annapmiddleptsa #BelongGrowSucceed #PertenecerCrecerTriunfar #aacpsfamily
5 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
Ms. Herrera
Dr. Bedell, Ms. Herrera, Mr. Todd
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will receive new additional information regarding Phase 2 of the comprehensive redistricting process and consider revisions to the current school year calendar at its next regular business meeting, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

At the meeting, the Board will also receive an update on the minimum school funding requirements contained in the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and the work Anne Arundel County Public Schools is doing to meet those requirements.

For more information on the meeting, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2477523.
5 months ago, AACPS
Board of Education Members

🐲 Parents had the opportunity to enjoy lunch with their students while enjoying a workshop from our Title I team at Annapolis Middle School. Everyone had fun participating! We will continue to offer more opportunities like this to our families in the future. 🐲

5 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
PArents and students

In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses the impact of AACPS’ participation in the Harvest for the Hungry program. Get details at www.aacps.org/harvest.
English video: https://youtu.be/m4fX1F2CLws
Spanish video: https://youtu.be/vbNTVHO63nM

5 months ago, AACPS
Dr. Bedell Harvest for the Hungry
Eighty-five school educators have been nominated for the 2025-26 Anne Arundel County Public Schools Teacher of the Year Award. These outstanding teachers, representing schools across the district, were selected for their commitment to student achievement, their ability to build welcoming and inclusive classrooms, and their dedication to going above and beyond in service of children and families.

To see the full list of nominees, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2473426.
5 months ago, AACPS
Excellence in Education logo

After exploring the rich symbolism in the song "Latinoamérica", the Annapolis Middle School students in Ms. Guzmán's SNS class were inspired to create their own original poems, each highlighting symbols from their home countries. The result: twelve poems, each telling a unique story of courage, identity, and pride.  🐲 https://youtube.com/shorts/RQ8gEudebIo?feature=share
https://www.instagram.com/annapmsaacps/p/DPe0qi2D_CA/

5 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
8th graders from AMS
Poetry from 8th graders
The Board of Education today announced a change in its schedule of public hearings regarding Phase 2 of its comprehensive redistricting process. The changes will allow the Board to receive new additional information from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell that may be helpful in the Board’s decision-making process.

Dr. Bedell told the Board he will present preliminary 2025-2026 student enrollment information at the Board’s next meeting, set for October 15, 2025. As a result, the Board has postponed the first of its two public hearings, scheduled for October 13, 2025.

For more details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2471155.

5 months ago, AACPS
Phase 2 redistricting
The Board of Education today announced logistics for two public hearings – to be held on October 13 and 27, 2025 – at which members of the public can testify about the four Phase 2 redistricting proposals currently under consideration. For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2463907.
5 months ago, AACPS
Redistricting Process Phase 2
Magnet Program Applications open at noon on October 6th and close at noon on November 6th for entry into Magnet Programs 2026-2027. Visit www.aacps.org/magnet for application information and qualifications.

CAT Centers, Contract/Charter, & Virtual Academy use the same site as Magnet Programs for application.
5 months ago, AACPS
Magnet Program Applications open at noon on October 6th and close at noon on November 6th for entry into Magnet Programs 2026-2027.Visit www.aacps.org/magnet for application information and qualifications.  CAT Centers, Contract/Charter, & Virtual Academy use the same site as Magnet Programs for application.
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell talks about the third year of AACPS’ Family Forum events, designed to help families stay engaged in the education of their students. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
English: https://youtu.be/AAZv5MaixAw
Spanish: https://youtu.be/uRftCshy2Ks
5 months ago, AACPS
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell
Thank you to our wonderful Community School Staff for all the support you give students, staff, and our community partners at AMS!
5 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
Community School Staff
Celebrating our custodians at Annapolis Middle School! We appreciate your hard work in keeping the school running!
5 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
Custodians

Thankful for our translators and Annapolis Middle School that make communication possible with our international familes.
Gracias for the support you give staff, students and parents.

5 months ago, Annapolis Middle School
Trqanslators
Our 38th annual Harvest for the Hungry: Kids Helping Kids has begun! Our students find a sense of belonging as they bring in food and encourage donations to the Anne Arundel County Food Bank, learning to give and help others in our community. Bring in food to your local school or donate online at aacps.org/harvest throughout the month of October!
5 months ago, AACPS
Kids Helping Kids Harvest for the Hungry October 1-31, 2025. Photo with a blue crab holding cans of food.
Kids Helping Kids Harvest for the Hungry October 1-31, 2025. Photo with a blue crab holding cans of food.

The deadline to weigh in on a potential change in the current school year calendar under consideration by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell is October 1, 2025. Complete information and a link to a short survey can be found at www.aacps.org/calendarchange.

5 months ago, AACPS
Calendar survey art