🍎 Free & Reduced-Price Lunch Application — Please Complete! 🍎
If you haven’t already, please take a few minutes to complete the Free and Reduced-Price Lunch Application for the 2026–2027 school year.
✅ Even if you don’t think your family will qualify, we encourage all families to complete the application.
Why is it so important? Information from these applications can help determine the amount of funding and resources available to our school and students. This funding can support important programs, additional academic resources, student services, and other opportunities that benefit our entire school community.
By taking just a few minutes to complete the application, you are not only determining whether your family qualifies meal benefits—you are also helping support our students, staff, and school! ❤️
📅 Deadline: September 30, 2026 — but please complete it ASAP!
📝 Apply Online:
https://www.aacps.org/page/apply-for-free-or-reduced-price-meals
📞 Need help completing the application?
Contact Laura Roussey at 410-222-6590.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this important application and for supporting our school community! ⭐
If you haven’t already, please take a few minutes to complete the Free and Reduced-Price Lunch Application for the 2026–2027 school year.
✅ Even if you don’t think your family will qualify, we encourage all families to complete the application.
Why is it so important? Information from these applications can help determine the amount of funding and resources available to our school and students. This funding can support important programs, additional academic resources, student services, and other opportunities that benefit our entire school community.
By taking just a few minutes to complete the application, you are not only determining whether your family qualifies meal benefits—you are also helping support our students, staff, and school! ❤️
📅 Deadline: September 30, 2026 — but please complete it ASAP!
📝 Apply Online:
https://www.aacps.org/page/apply-for-free-or-reduced-price-meals
📞 Need help completing the application?
Contact Laura Roussey at 410-222-6590.
Thank you for taking the time to complete this important application and for supporting our school community! ⭐
A reminder that our block party is from 2-4 today and Sneak-a-Peek is from 4-5. You will be able to meet your students teacher from 4-5. If you have any questions, please let us know. Thank you!
Anne Arundel County Public Schools has a free mobile app that makes staying informed easier than ever before. In the 2026-27 school year, routine announcements about school system events and operations will be disseminated primarily through the mobile app, the news section of the AACPS website, and through messaging to families (not through social media). Emergency notifications will continue to be featured in the alerts banner at the top off the AACPS website on social media pages. To ensure receipt of the latest updates and information, families should download the app and follow their student's school(s).Download the app in the App Store or on Google Play today!
Let's fill a school bus with school supplies!
For the last several years, the AACPS community has been very generous by stuffing a school bus with donations of school supplies for students. This year, we’re doing it again!
Thursday, August 20
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Old Mill Middle School South, 430 Old Mill Road, Millersville
Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell, Board members, district leaders and Education Foundation members will be there, and OMMS will be hosting its annual block party at the same time. Bring your school supply donations and join us!
For the last several years, the AACPS community has been very generous by stuffing a school bus with donations of school supplies for students. This year, we’re doing it again!
Thursday, August 20
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Old Mill Middle School South, 430 Old Mill Road, Millersville
Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell, Board members, district leaders and Education Foundation members will be there, and OMMS will be hosting its annual block party at the same time. Bring your school supply donations and join us!
Bus routes and schedules for the 2026-2027 school year are now available online. For complete information, go to www.aacps.org/buses. Information may change prior to the start of the school year as routes are adjusted, so please check back periodically. Questions should be directed to the Transportation Division.
Are you unsure about whether your student is eligible for bus transportation in the upcoming school year? Anne Arundel County Schools’ Transportation Eligibility Tool can give you the answers you need. Just to go www.aacps.org/transportationeligibility and enter your address. Specific bus schedules will be posted online no later than Wednesday, August 12.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
Stop by early to receive some food in the giveaway
The heat of summer makes outdoor water activities enticing for children and adults alike. Following these simple tips from our partners at the Maryland Department of Natural Resources can increase enjoyment and prevent tragedy.
REMINDER: AACPS’ Summer Meals Program continues to operate mobile meal delivery to 19 community sites despite the extreme heat advisory. Those sites are:
• North County: Heritage Hills, Pumphrey Center, Willows Apartments.
• West County: Pioneer City, Meade Village, Spring Meadows, Still Meadows.
• Annapolis: Admiral Farragut, Annapolis Gardens, Bywater, Congregation Kneseth Israel, Hilltop Village, Woodside Gardens.
• South County (all sites designated as rural): Boones Mobile Estates, Lyons Creek Estates, Maryland Manor.
• Lothian (all sites designated as rural): Rio Vista, Patuxent Mobile, Wayson Woods.
Complete info: www.aacps.org/summermeals
• North County: Heritage Hills, Pumphrey Center, Willows Apartments.
• West County: Pioneer City, Meade Village, Spring Meadows, Still Meadows.
• Annapolis: Admiral Farragut, Annapolis Gardens, Bywater, Congregation Kneseth Israel, Hilltop Village, Woodside Gardens.
• South County (all sites designated as rural): Boones Mobile Estates, Lyons Creek Estates, Maryland Manor.
• Lothian (all sites designated as rural): Rio Vista, Patuxent Mobile, Wayson Woods.
Complete info: www.aacps.org/summermeals
Tomorrow is the last time to claim anything from the lost and found. You can stop by school tomorrow, get a pass, and take a look at the 4 tables of clothing, coats, gloves, hats, and water bottles. Anything not claimed by the end of the school day tomorrow will be donated to charity.
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell marks the start of summer vacation next week and expresses his gratitude to the staff and families who helped students belong, grow, and succeed this school year. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/P-DSc74ZmcQ
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/B2mXcc1bZQU
Attention Grown-Ups! Lost and Found is OVERFLOWING! It has been out all week. It will be out for one more day tomorrow, after tomorrow afternoon it will be donated. If your child is missing anything, PLEASE tell your child to check it tomorrow morning. Classroom teachers will be taking their classes at some point tomorrow morning to check it, but please remind your child to check for their items that are missing. If you have any questions please contact the front office.
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell reflects on graduation season and celebrates the accomplishments of the Class of 2026. 🎓 #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/rwXLFEnibEY
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MaE-IqC_xU8
- English: https://youtu.be/rwXLFEnibEY
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MaE-IqC_xU8
Please take a look at the monthly newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/c1ug79
Por favor, eche un vistazo al boletín mensual: https://app.smore.com/n/b7qdw
Por favor, eche un vistazo al boletín mensual: https://app.smore.com/n/b7qdw
🔗View our June/July 2026 Family Link Newsletter
‣ Summer Meals
‣ Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣ Family Academy: HS Athletics
‣ Summer events at your local library & in the community
‣ County & community resources
...and more!
Dear Families,
We are excited to invite you and your family to our upcoming multicultural celebration, A Taste of Brooklyn Park, THIS Friday, May 29th from 5:00 PM–7:00 PM!
This special evening is an opportunity for our school community to come together and celebrate the many cultures, traditions, languages, and experiences that make our school so unique and special. Families are encouraged to attend and participate by sharing a part of their culture through food, music, clothing, artifacts, performances, displays, or other meaningful traditions.
To sign up, please use the QR code shared in the flyer. Once you scan the QR code, scroll to the bottom of the page and select “RSVP Now.” There, you can let us know:
• If your family plans to attend
• If you would like to participate by showcasing your culture
We hope this event will be a fun, welcoming, and meaningful experience for everyone as we learn from and celebrate one another. Your participation will help make this evening a wonderful reflection of the diversity and strength of our school community.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Estimadas familias:
¡Nos complace invitarlos a usted y a su familia a nuestra próxima celebración multicultural, A Taste of Brooklyn Park, el próximo viernes 29 de mayo de 5:00 p. m. a 7:00 p. m.!
Esta noche especial es una oportunidad para que nuestra comunidad escolar se reúna y celebre las numerosas culturas, tradiciones, idiomas y experiencias que hacen que nuestra escuela sea tan única y especial. Se anima a las familias a asistir y participar compartiendo una parte de su cultura a través de comida, música, vestimenta, artefactos, presentaciones, exhibiciones u otras tradiciones significativas.
Para inscribirse, por favor utilice el código QR compartido en el volante. Una vez que escanee el código QR, desplácese hasta la parte inferior de la página y seleccione “RSVP Now” (“Confirmar asistencia”). Allí podrá informarnos:
• Si su familia planea asistir
• Si le gustaría participar mostrando su cultura
Esperamos que este evento sea una experiencia divertida, acogedora y significativa para todos mientras aprendemos unos de otros y celebramos nuestras diferencias. Su participación ayudará a que esta noche sea un hermoso reflejo de la diversidad y la fortaleza de nuestra comunidad escolar.
No dude en comunicarse con nosotros si tiene alguna pregunta. ¡Esperamos celebrar con ustedes!
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On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell reflects on the excitement and pride of graduation season across AACPS over the next two weeks. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/E65_9Vs3Tas
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/WWJm5_tP5FA
- English: https://youtu.be/E65_9Vs3Tas
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/WWJm5_tP5FA
Hey Parents! As we get into the final countdown please help us by filling out this survey surrounding Restorative Practices- the practice/ framework for building community and resolving conflict that focuses on repairing harm and strengthening relationships, rather than just punishing wrongdoers. It helps students identify what went wrong, what they were thinking when it happened and how their actions affecting someone else. If you have any questions please reach out to Ms. Nauman at mnauman@aacps.org. Thank you so much for helping us as we work with your child on their Restorative Practice Journey.
Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdw_47cI78_Yyl5MJB8VomZOcVLoiXqnG2gv6VkJ84SEIGN-g/viewform?usp=preview
¡Hola, padres! A medida que nos adentramos en la recta final, por favor ayúdennos completando esta encuesta sobre las Prácticas Restaurativas: un enfoque o marco de trabajo para construir comunidad y resolver conflictos que se centra en reparar el daño y fortalecer las relaciones, en lugar de limitarse a castigar a quienes cometen faltas. Este enfoque ayuda a los estudiantes a identificar qué salió mal, qué estaban pensando en el momento en que ocurrió y cómo sus acciones afectaron a otra persona. Si tienen alguna pregunta, por favor comuníquense con la Sra. Nauman a través de mnauman@aacps.org. Muchas gracias por su colaboración mientras acompañamos a sus hijos en su trayectoria con las Prácticas Restaurativas. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdw_47cI78_Yyl5MJB8VomZOcVLoiXqnG2gv6VkJ84SEIGN-g/viewform?usp=preview
Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdw_47cI78_Yyl5MJB8VomZOcVLoiXqnG2gv6VkJ84SEIGN-g/viewform?usp=preview
¡Hola, padres! A medida que nos adentramos en la recta final, por favor ayúdennos completando esta encuesta sobre las Prácticas Restaurativas: un enfoque o marco de trabajo para construir comunidad y resolver conflictos que se centra en reparar el daño y fortalecer las relaciones, en lugar de limitarse a castigar a quienes cometen faltas. Este enfoque ayuda a los estudiantes a identificar qué salió mal, qué estaban pensando en el momento en que ocurrió y cómo sus acciones afectaron a otra persona. Si tienen alguna pregunta, por favor comuníquense con la Sra. Nauman a través de mnauman@aacps.org. Muchas gracias por su colaboración mientras acompañamos a sus hijos en su trayectoria con las Prácticas Restaurativas. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdw_47cI78_Yyl5MJB8VomZOcVLoiXqnG2gv6VkJ84SEIGN-g/viewform?usp=preview
Dear Families,
We are excited to invite you and your family to our upcoming multicultural celebration, A Taste of Brooklyn Park, on next Friday, May 29th from 5:00 PM–7:00 PM!
This special evening is an opportunity for our school community to come together and celebrate the many cultures, traditions, languages, and experiences that make our school so unique and special. Families are encouraged to attend and participate by sharing a part of their culture through food, music, clothing, artifacts, performances, displays, or other meaningful traditions.
To sign up, please use the QR code shared in the flyer. Once you scan the QR code, scroll to the bottom of the page and select “RSVP Now.” There, you can let us know:
• If your family plans to attend
• If you would like to participate by showcasing your culture
We hope this event will be a fun, welcoming, and meaningful experience for everyone as we learn from and celebrate one another. Your participation will help make this evening a wonderful reflection of the diversity and strength of our school community.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Estimadas familias:
¡Nos complace invitarlos a usted y a su familia a nuestra próxima celebración multicultural, A Taste of Brooklyn Park, el próximo viernes 29 de mayo de 5:00 p. m. a 7:00 p. m.!
Esta noche especial es una oportunidad para que nuestra comunidad escolar se reúna y celebre las numerosas culturas, tradiciones, idiomas y experiencias que hacen que nuestra escuela sea tan única y especial. Se anima a las familias a asistir y participar compartiendo una parte de su cultura a través de comida, música, vestimenta, artefactos, presentaciones, exhibiciones u otras tradiciones significativas.
Para inscribirse, por favor utilice el código QR compartido en el volante. Una vez que escanee el código QR, desplácese hasta la parte inferior de la página y seleccione “RSVP Now” (“Confirmar asistencia”). Allí podrá informarnos:
• Si su familia planea asistir
• Si le gustaría participar mostrando su cultura
Esperamos que este evento sea una experiencia divertida, acogedora y significativa para todos mientras aprendemos unos de otros y celebramos nuestras diferencias. Su participación ayudará a que esta noche sea un hermoso reflejo de la diversidad y la fortaleza de nuestra comunidad escolar.
No dude en comunicarse con nosotros si tiene alguna pregunta. ¡Esperamos celebrar con ustedes!
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We are excited to invite you and your family to our upcoming multicultural celebration, A Taste of Brooklyn Park, on next Friday, May 29th from 5:00 PM–7:00 PM!
This special evening is an opportunity for our school community to come together and celebrate the many cultures, traditions, languages, and experiences that make our school so unique and special. Families are encouraged to attend and participate by sharing a part of their culture through food, music, clothing, artifacts, performances, displays, or other meaningful traditions.
To sign up, please use the QR code shared in the flyer. Once you scan the QR code, scroll to the bottom of the page and select “RSVP Now.” There, you can let us know:
• If your family plans to attend
• If you would like to participate by showcasing your culture
We hope this event will be a fun, welcoming, and meaningful experience for everyone as we learn from and celebrate one another. Your participation will help make this evening a wonderful reflection of the diversity and strength of our school community.
Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Estimadas familias:
¡Nos complace invitarlos a usted y a su familia a nuestra próxima celebración multicultural, A Taste of Brooklyn Park, el próximo viernes 29 de mayo de 5:00 p. m. a 7:00 p. m.!
Esta noche especial es una oportunidad para que nuestra comunidad escolar se reúna y celebre las numerosas culturas, tradiciones, idiomas y experiencias que hacen que nuestra escuela sea tan única y especial. Se anima a las familias a asistir y participar compartiendo una parte de su cultura a través de comida, música, vestimenta, artefactos, presentaciones, exhibiciones u otras tradiciones significativas.
Para inscribirse, por favor utilice el código QR compartido en el volante. Una vez que escanee el código QR, desplácese hasta la parte inferior de la página y seleccione “RSVP Now” (“Confirmar asistencia”). Allí podrá informarnos:
• Si su familia planea asistir
• Si le gustaría participar mostrando su cultura
Esperamos que este evento sea una experiencia divertida, acogedora y significativa para todos mientras aprendemos unos de otros y celebramos nuestras diferencias. Su participación ayudará a que esta noche sea un hermoso reflejo de la diversidad y la fortaleza de nuestra comunidad escolar.
No dude en comunicarse con nosotros si tiene alguna pregunta. ¡Esperamos celebrar con ustedes!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050545AAAC28ABFC1-63732018-taste
🎉👟 Calling all BPES families! 👟🎉
Our 5th Grade Dress to Impress Sneaker Ball is coming up and we need your help to make it a memorable celebration for our students before they head off to middle school!
The Student Council has been helping plan this special event and requested some fun extras, including a candy buffet and fun drinks for everyone to enjoy. We would love your support in helping bring their ideas to life!
If you are able to donate an item, please sign up and send donations to school by Monday, June 1st. Items may be dropped off in the front office for Ms. Nauman or Ms. Mozdzen.
Thank you for helping us celebrate our amazing 5th graders and make this a night they will remember!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4BABAA2CA0FB6-64264326-5thgrade
Our 5th Grade Dress to Impress Sneaker Ball is coming up and we need your help to make it a memorable celebration for our students before they head off to middle school!
The Student Council has been helping plan this special event and requested some fun extras, including a candy buffet and fun drinks for everyone to enjoy. We would love your support in helping bring their ideas to life!
If you are able to donate an item, please sign up and send donations to school by Monday, June 1st. Items may be dropped off in the front office for Ms. Nauman or Ms. Mozdzen.
Thank you for helping us celebrate our amazing 5th graders and make this a night they will remember!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4BABAA2CA0FB6-64264326-5thgrade