On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell discusses the newly approved policy regarding personal care and toileting needs, formalizing practices already in place across our schools to support all students. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/8H4P-4cQbaw
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/D4EJWS8MG7w
- English: https://youtu.be/8H4P-4cQbaw
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/D4EJWS8MG7w
Dear Families,
We are writing to inform you of a scheduling conflict regarding our upcoming Arlington Echo field experience that was originally scheduled for today. Unfortunately BPES will not be able to attend the trip today. They will be attending Tuesday, May 19 and Wednesday, May 20.
Unfortunately, despite our efforts to maintain the current schedule, another school has already been booked for today. As a result, we will need to shift our Arlington Echo trip dates.
We know many of you have already adjusted your schedules to support this experience, and we are sorry for this inconvenience and appreciate your flexibility and understanding. For those who are still able to chaperone, we kindly ask for your continued support in helping make this valuable learning opportunity possible for our students.
Thank you again for your patience, partnership, and willingness to support our school community.
Dear Families,
We are excited to invite you and your family to our upcoming multicultural celebration, A Taste of Brooklyn Park, on 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!
We are excited to invite you and your family to our upcoming multicultural celebration, A Taste of Brooklyn Park, on 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!
Are you interested in playing middle school sports next school year? This is a great opportunity to receive a free sports physical that will cover the entire school year.
Luminis Health Primary Care and Orthopedics are teaming up to provide free sports physicals to student athletes. This event is open to AACP athletes. A parent or guardian must be present.
• Sports Physical Day
• Save the Date: Saturday June 6, 2026
• Belcher Pavilion, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis
• No cost, no insurance needed
Contact Kayla Johns, Athletics Manager, Brooklyn Park MS with any questions.
BPMS Athletics Website
Luminis Health Primary Care and Orthopedics are teaming up to provide free sports physicals to student athletes. This event is open to AACP athletes. A parent or guardian must be present.
• Sports Physical Day
• Save the Date: Saturday June 6, 2026
• Belcher Pavilion, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Annapolis
• No cost, no insurance needed
Contact Kayla Johns, Athletics Manager, Brooklyn Park MS with any questions.
BPMS Athletics Website
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell reinforces his message regarding the importance of respect and civility throughout the AACPS community. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/9Fk9H77F-8o
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/K8FdKZKknDI
- English: https://youtu.be/9Fk9H77F-8o
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/K8FdKZKknDI
Dear Families,
To help maintain a focused, safe, and positive learning environment for all students, we are asking that small toys, collectibles, and fidgets remain at home.
Recently, these items have become a distraction during our learning time and have also led to issues with students playing with, trading, and taking items that do not belong to them.
Please help us by checking backpacks and reminding your child to keep personal toys and fidgets at home.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.
Thank you for your support and partnership.
To help maintain a focused, safe, and positive learning environment for all students, we are asking that small toys, collectibles, and fidgets remain at home.
Recently, these items have become a distraction during our learning time and have also led to issues with students playing with, trading, and taking items that do not belong to them.
Please help us by checking backpacks and reminding your child to keep personal toys and fidgets at home.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.
Thank you for your support and partnership.
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell highlights the Teacher Academy of Maryland program at CAT North. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/_KKe23mW0d8
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/EWXKZ5SUY_8
- English: https://youtu.be/_KKe23mW0d8
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/EWXKZ5SUY_8
The Board of Education today approved an agreement with the Secretaries and Assistants Association of Anne Arundel County (SAAAAC) for the coming fiscal year that provides, subject to county funding, a step increase for eligible Unit IV employees and a 3 percent cost-of-living adjustment for all Unit IV employees.
For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2874675.
For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2874675.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County today unanimously approved a 2027-2028 school year calendar that calls for classes to begin for students on Monday, August 30, 2027, and end on Wednesday, June 14, 2028.
For complete details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2874544.
For complete details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2874544.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County today unanimously approved a 2027-2028 school year calendar that calls for classes to begin for students on Monday, August 30, 2027, and end on Wednesday, June 14, 2028.
For complete details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2874544.
For complete details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2874544.
🍗🎉 Don’t forget — it’s Chick-fil-A Spirit Night TONIGHT from 4–8 PM!
Take a break from cooking and support our school at the same time! ❤️
Be sure to mention you’re there for the school spirit night when you order, so our school gets credit.
Bring your family, invite a friend, and let’s make it a great night! 🙌
Take a break from cooking and support our school at the same time! ❤️
Be sure to mention you’re there for the school spirit night when you order, so our school gets credit.
Bring your family, invite a friend, and let’s make it a great night! 🙌
🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week Reminder! 🍎
Teacher Appreciation Week is coming, and we’re excited to celebrate our amazing teachers and staff
May 4th - May 8th
This week we celebrate our AMAZING teachers and staff who help our students defy gravity every single day. Let’s thank them for their hard work, dedication, and the magic they bring to our school. Thank you for helping us celebrate our incredible school community!
🎉 Today is the day for the BPES Family Carnival & Dance!
📅 Friday, May 1st, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 School Cafeteria & Gym - Please enter through the cafeteria/backlot doors.
Join your BPES friends and family for a fun-filled night of games and dancing! 💃🕺
🎟️ Tickets:
Available at the door. If you purchased tickets in advance, they will be waiting for you at check-in!
🎯 Game Tickets:
• Most games: 1–2 tickets each
• Game Truck: 8 tickets (20–30-minute rotations)
🍿 Food Tickets:
• 2–8 tickets per item
💵 Ticket Prices:
• 10 tickets – $5.00
• 20 tickets – $10.00
• 30 tickets – $15.00
• 40 tickets – $20.00
⚠️ Important Reminder:
All children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire event.
We can’t wait to see you tonight! 🎈
🎉 ¡Hoy es el día del Carnaval y Baile Familiar de BPES!
📅 Viernes, 1 de mayo de 2026
⏰ 5:30 – 7:30 p. m.
📍 Cafetería y Gimnasio de la escuela – Por favor, ingresen por las puertas de la cafetería (lado trasero).
¡Únanse a sus amigos y familiares de BPES para disfrutar de una noche llena de diversión, juegos y baile! 💃🕺
🎟️ Entradas:
Disponibles en la entrada. Si compraron entradas por adelantado, ¡las encontrarán esperándoles en el registro!
🎯 Boletos para juegos:
• La mayoría de los juegos: 1–2 boletos cada uno
• Camión de juegos: 8 boletos (rotaciones de 20–30 minutos)
🍿 Boletos para comida:
• 2–8 boletos por artículo
💵 Precios de los boletos:
• 10 boletos – $5.00
• 20 boletos – $10.00
• 30 boletos – $15.00
• 40 boletos – $20.00
⚠️ Recordatorio importante:
Todos los niños deben estar acompañados por un adulto durante todo el evento.
¡Estamos deseando verlos esta noche! 🎈
📅 Friday, May 1st, 2026
⏰ 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 School Cafeteria & Gym - Please enter through the cafeteria/backlot doors.
Join your BPES friends and family for a fun-filled night of games and dancing! 💃🕺
🎟️ Tickets:
Available at the door. If you purchased tickets in advance, they will be waiting for you at check-in!
🎯 Game Tickets:
• Most games: 1–2 tickets each
• Game Truck: 8 tickets (20–30-minute rotations)
🍿 Food Tickets:
• 2–8 tickets per item
💵 Ticket Prices:
• 10 tickets – $5.00
• 20 tickets – $10.00
• 30 tickets – $15.00
• 40 tickets – $20.00
⚠️ Important Reminder:
All children must be accompanied by an adult for the entire event.
We can’t wait to see you tonight! 🎈
🎉 ¡Hoy es el día del Carnaval y Baile Familiar de BPES!
📅 Viernes, 1 de mayo de 2026
⏰ 5:30 – 7:30 p. m.
📍 Cafetería y Gimnasio de la escuela – Por favor, ingresen por las puertas de la cafetería (lado trasero).
¡Únanse a sus amigos y familiares de BPES para disfrutar de una noche llena de diversión, juegos y baile! 💃🕺
🎟️ Entradas:
Disponibles en la entrada. Si compraron entradas por adelantado, ¡las encontrarán esperándoles en el registro!
🎯 Boletos para juegos:
• La mayoría de los juegos: 1–2 boletos cada uno
• Camión de juegos: 8 boletos (rotaciones de 20–30 minutos)
🍿 Boletos para comida:
• 2–8 boletos por artículo
💵 Precios de los boletos:
• 10 boletos – $5.00
• 20 boletos – $10.00
• 30 boletos – $15.00
• 40 boletos – $20.00
⚠️ Recordatorio importante:
Todos los niños deben estar acompañados por un adulto durante todo el evento.
¡Estamos deseando verlos esta noche! 🎈
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On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell highlights four schools that were awarded the Purple Star Schools designation, as announced this week by the Maryland State Department of Education. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/9F-x1ohlB6s
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/aogRGEq1nKU
- English: https://youtu.be/9F-x1ohlB6s
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/aogRGEq1nKU
Join us for a Taste of Brooklyn Park, our Multicultural Night as we celebrate the rich diversity of our school community! This special event is an opportunity for families and staff to come together, share their cultural traditions, and learn from one another’s experiences. By participating, you help create a more inclusive and respectful environment where everyone feels valued. We invite you to showcase your heritage through food, music, clothing, or displays and help us build stronger connections across our community. Click the RSVP Now button to sign up.
Acompáñenos en Taste of Brooklyn Park, nuestra Noche Multicultural, mientras celebramos la rica diversidad de nuestra comunidad escolar. Este evento especial es una oportunidad para que las familias y el personal se reúnan, compartan sus tradiciones culturales y aprendan de las experiencias de los demás. Al participar, usted ayuda a crear un ambiente más inclusivo y respetuoso donde todos se sienten valorados. Le invitamos a mostrar su herencia a través de la comida, la música, la vestimenta o exhibiciones, y a ayudarnos a fortalecer las conexiones dentro de nuestra comunidad. Haga clic en el botón RSVP Now para registrarse.
Acompáñenos en Taste of Brooklyn Park, nuestra Noche Multicultural, mientras celebramos la rica diversidad de nuestra comunidad escolar. Este evento especial es una oportunidad para que las familias y el personal se reúnan, compartan sus tradiciones culturales y aprendan de las experiencias de los demás. Al participar, usted ayuda a crear un ambiente más inclusivo y respetuoso donde todos se sienten valorados. Le invitamos a mostrar su herencia a través de la comida, la música, la vestimenta o exhibiciones, y a ayudarnos a fortalecer las conexiones dentro de nuestra comunidad. Haga clic en el botón RSVP Now para registrarse.
Joe Bigsby, a STEM teacher at Magothy River Middle School, tonight was named the 2026 Anne Arundel County Public Schools Teacher of the Year. The announcement came before a crowd of more than 700 people at the culmination of the 40th annual Excellence in Education Awards held at the Live! Event Center at Arundel Mills.
Bigsby has taught Anne Arundel County Public Schools students since 2018 and has spent the entirety of that time at Magothy River Middle School. During that time, he has built a reputation as a dynamic educator with a passion for student connection and innovation.
For more about Bigsby and all those honored at this year’s event, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2843645.
Bigsby has taught Anne Arundel County Public Schools students since 2018 and has spent the entirety of that time at Magothy River Middle School. During that time, he has built a reputation as a dynamic educator with a passion for student connection and innovation.
For more about Bigsby and all those honored at this year’s event, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2843645.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has been presented with a recommended 2027-2028 school year calendar that calls for classes to begin for students on Monday, August 30, 2027, and end on Wednesday, June 14, 2028.
The Board is scheduled to vote on adoption of the calendar at its May 6, 2026, meeting. It approved a calendar for the 2026-2027 school year in December.
For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2842340.
The Board is scheduled to vote on adoption of the calendar at its May 6, 2026, meeting. It approved a calendar for the 2026-2027 school year in December.
For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2842340.
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares details on the AACPS Data Dashboard. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/IQ57NArSyR0
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/BHj1FmopMHc
- English: https://youtu.be/IQ57NArSyR0
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/BHj1FmopMHc
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.
