Sara Hamdaoui, a junior at Crofton High School, has been elected by members of the Chesapeake Regional Association of Student Councils (CRASC) to be the 2026-2027 student member of the Anne Arundel County Board of Education (SMOB). The results were announced today on CRASC’s Instagram page, @CRASC_Online.
For more details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2838029.

about 14 hours ago, AACPS
Sara Hamdaoui
🎉 BPES Family Carnival & Dance!
🎉Friday, May 1st, 2026, 5:30-7:30 in the school cafeteria/gym.
Join your BPES friends and family for a fun-filled night of games and dancing! 💃🕺
🎟️ Tickets: Available at the door and in advance
✨ Purchase in advance and receive **bonus tickets!**
🎯 Game Tickets: 1–2 tickets per game, Game Truck 8 Tickets for 20–30-minute rotations.
🍿 **Food Tickets: 2–8 tickets per item
📅 **Presale Information: https://forms.gle/ei6derVhEBVpehrX8 (Flyers sent home 4/15)
💵 **Ticket Prices:**
• 10 tickets for $5.00
• 20 tickets for $10.00
• 30 tickets for $15.00
• 40 tickets for $20.00
⚠️ **Important Reminder:**
All children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire event.
We can’t wait to see you there for a night of fun and community! 🎈

🎉 ¡Carnaval y Baile Familiar de BPES! 🎉
🎉 Viernes, 1 de mayo de 2026, de 5:30 a 7:30 p. m. en la cafetería/gimnasio de la escuela.
¡Únete a tus amigos y familia de BPES para una noche llena de diversión con juegos y baile! 💃🕺
🎟️ Boletos: Disponibles en la puerta y por adelantado
✨ ¡Compra por adelantado y recibe boletos adicionales!
🎯 Boletos para juegos: 1–2 boletos por juego
🚚 Game Truck: 8 boletos por turnos de 20–30 minutos
🍿 Boletos de comida: 2–8 boletos por artículo
📅 Información de preventa: https://forms.gle/ei6derVhEBVpehrX8
(Volantes enviados a casa el 15 de abril)
💵 Precios de boletos:
• 10 boletos por $5.00
• 20 boletos por $10.00
• 30 boletos por $15.00
• 40 boletos por $20.00
⚠️ Recordatorio importante:
Todos los niños deben estar acompañados por un adulto durante todo el evento.
¡Esperamos verlos para una noche de diversión y comunidad! 🎈
about 16 hours ago, Dianna Gilman
Please join us for the 2nd Annual North County Community Fair on Saturday, May 2 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at NCHS. There will be FREE food, haircuts, gaming truck, raffle prizes, face painting, henna, games, dancing & yoga, arts & crafts, and fun for ALL ages!! Please come out and enjoy this amazing event!

Community Fair 2026 - English.pdf
Community Fair 2026 - Spanish.pdf
about 20 hours ago, Dianna Gilman

Class of 2026 Graduation Walk Registration
We're excited to welcome our seniors back to Brooklyn Park Elementary for the Graduation Walk on May 29, 2026, from 8:30AM-10:00AM! Please complete this form by May 20, 2026, to confirm your participation and help us make this event memorable. The information you provide will assist us in planning and ensuring a smooth event.
For any questions, feel free to contact: Mrs. Selznick, School Counselor at aselznick@aacps.org

Inscripción para la Marcha de Graduación de la Clase de 2026
¡Nos entusiasma dar la bienvenida de regreso a nuestros estudiantes de último año a la Escuela Primaria Brooklyn Park para la Caminata de Graduación, el 29 de mayo de 2026, de 8:30 a. m. a 10:00 a. m.! Por favor, complete este formulario antes del 20 de mayo de 2026 para confirmar su participación y ayudarnos a hacer de este evento una experiencia memorable. La información que proporcione nos ayudará en la planificación y garantizará que el evento se desarrolle sin contratiempos.

Para cualquier pregunta, no dude en ponerse en contacto con: Mrs. Selznick, School Counselor en aselznick@aacps.org

https://forms.gle/jtjUuzJ5aWE8K7cU8

3 days ago, Dianna Gilman
With winter and the Easter/Spring Break in the rear-view mirror, students, families and staff now have their sights set on the end of the school year.

The last day of school for students in prekindergarten through 11th grade will be Tuesday, June 16, 2026. The last day of work for 191-day Unit I and Unit IV employees (classroom teachers, teaching assistants, technology support technicians, etc.) will be Thursday, June 18, 2026.

For more key dates, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2828570.
6 days ago, AACPS
2025-26 School Year calendar artwork

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County is set to vote on revisions to its grading policy that would allow the school district to provide class rank to certain high school students at its next meeting, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.

At the meeting, the Board will also:

• receive the recommendation of the Calendar Committee on the calendar for the 2027-28 school year. A Board vote on that calendar is scheduled for the Board’s May 6, 2026, meeting. The Board approved the 2026-27 school year calendar earlier this year.
• get a summary of education-related legislation considered during the recently concluded Maryland General Assembly session and the impact of that legislation on the school district.
• recognize 2026 National Merit Scholarship finalists.

For more details on the meeting, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2826901.

6 days ago, AACPS
Board of Education Members
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares more about the Meade Cluster Spring Event taking place this Saturday, April 18.

- English: https://youtu.be/vJgx0NhJY54
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/2pcK2z_pnP0
8 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- April 16, 2026
🌟 Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is Coming! 🌟

We are so excited to celebrate our amazing teachers and staff the week of May 4–8! To help make this week extra special, we are asking for donations from our wonderful school community.

If you’re able to contribute, please take a moment to sign up using the link below. Every donation—big or small—helps us show our appreciation for all the hard work, care, and dedication our staff gives each day.

📅 Please send in donations by May 1st.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4BABAA2CA0FB6-63209419-teacher
9 days ago, Dianna Gilman
🎉 BPES Family Carnival & Dance!
🎉Friday, May 1st, 2026 5:30-7:30 in the school cafeteria/gym.
Join your BPES friends and family for a fun-filled night of games and dancing! 💃🕺
🎟️ Tickets: Available at the door and in advance
✨ Purchase in advance and receive **bonus tickets!**
🎯 Game Tickets: 1–2 tickets per game, Game Truck 8 Tickets for 20–30-minute rotations.
🍿 **Food Tickets: 2–8 tickets per item
📅 **Presale Information: https://forms.gle/ei6derVhEBVpehrX8
💵 **Ticket Prices:**
• 10 tickets for $5.00
• 20 tickets for $10.00
• 30 tickets for $15.00
• 40 tickets for $20.00
⚠️ **Important Reminder:**
All children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire event.
We can’t wait to see you there for a night of fun and community! 🎈
10 days ago, Dianna Gilman
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares an important update about the high school schedule for PSAT and SAT testing day on April 15. #BelongGrowSucceed

- English: https://youtu.be/9xSl6_3mmWk
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/ScKg246qbVY
14 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 9, 2026
Hello everyone! Spring pictures are right around the corner. We will be taking class pictures and individual pictures, as well, on April 15th. Flyers should be coming home this week.
16 days ago, Dianna Gilman
Picture Day
Please check out the updated parent newsletter for April: https://app.smore.com/n/32jv8
Por favor, consulte el boletín actualizado para padres de abril: https://app.smore.com/n/n1fsr
17 days ago, Dianna Gilman
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On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell highlights the AACPS Board of Education's Military Service Award in honor of Candace C. W. Antwine.

- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MtjTH0OQZsM
- English: https://youtu.be/4Co7v-rxHxA
21 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 2, 2026
Please check out the parent newsletter for April: https://app.smore.com/n/32jv8
Por favor, consulte el boletín para padres de abril: https://app.smore.com/n/n1fsr
22 days ago, Dianna Gilman
april
abril
🎉 Chuck E. Cheese Spirit Night! 🎉

Join us on Friday, March 27, 2026, for a fun-filled day at Chuck E. Cheese 🧀🐭
🗓 3/27/26
⏰ 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Come eat, play, and support our organization! A portion of the proceeds will help give back—so bring the whole family and invite friends! 🎮🍕Students will be coming home with a reminder sticker on Thursday, please bring it with you on Friday for some additional play points!

💙 Thank you for supporting the PTA!
28 days ago, Dianna Gilman
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell kicks off Spring Break, sharing his hopes for a relaxing week for all.

- Spanish: https://youtu.be/i6wHlIahD4k
- English: https://youtu.be/ATVB_14oIg0
28 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - March 26, 2026
Dear Families,
Today, BPES implemented a brief “hold” in accordance with AACPS safety protocols, which requires keeping hallways clear. Everyone remained safe during the hold. The situation was resolved, and the school day continued as normal. Thank you for your continued support.
29 days ago, Brooklyn Park Elementary

The Board of Education is accepting public comment on the following policies through April 18, 2026:

Policy JECB - Storage and Use of Naloxone or Other Overdose-Reversing Medication

JV - Personal Care and Toileting (New policy)

Information about the policies can be found at https://www.aacps.org/page/board-policies by scrolling to the bottom of the page. Comments should be emailed to policycomments@aacps.org.

about 1 month ago, AACPS
AACPS Logo
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell dives into calendar changes and what the latest attendance data shows.

- English: https://youtu.be/QIixe11CPQg
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/sOXSClFx4lE

#BelongGrowSucceed
about 1 month ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - March 19, 2026
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County’s workshop on the Canvas Learning Management System originally set for March 16, 2026, will now be held shortly after the conclusion of the Board’s regular March 18, 2026, business meeting.

For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2771520.
about 1 month ago, AACPS
Board of Education Members