Family and Friends of BPES! Tomorrow, 9/25 is Family Info Night. You get to hear from our PTA, Title 1 team and Community Schools about what's in store for the year and ways you can be involved. This is also a great time for questions if you have any. We hope to see you there! The Brooklyn Park Library will be here for a kids read-aloud and we will have light refreshments for everyone.
Please join Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell for the the next session of the “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” series at 6 p.m. tonight at Severn Run High School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.
5th Grade Families, H.O.P.E. is returning! Our weekly tutoring program is fun, engaging, and FREE. One of our partners here at BPES will be in the building twice a week starting in October. If you'd like your students to receive academic and social support, sign them up today. Spaces are limited for this great program! Scan the QR to register.
One of the greatest forms of sharing is through story-telling. Join us in October as Anne Arundel Community College shares pointers on how to harness your power and share your story. (Child care available, first 8 registrants receive a free art kit). Register today!
Please join Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell for the the next session of the “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” series at 6 p.m. tonight at Broadneck High School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.
Registration for the Student Device Loaner Program is now available for students and their families. Devices are expected to be delivered to approved students beginning on October 1, 2024. Details: www.aacps.org/deviceloanerprogram.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell’s next session of “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, September 23, at Broadneck High School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.
The next meeting of the Innovative School Scheduling Workgroup established by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in the Board Room of the Parham Building, located at 2644 Riva Road in Annapolis.
The workgroup has been created to engage stakeholders in a robust conversation regarding school scheduling in Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) and to consider innovative school scheduling models for implementation in AACPS. It consists of AACPS staff, elected officials, and representatives from community organizations.
Meetings are open to the public and public feedback on innovative school scheduling in AACPS and the work of the workgroup is encouraged. Individuals will be able to provide comment in person or virtually at the end of each workgroup meeting. A total of five speakers will be permitted to speak for three minutes each. Written comment may also be submitted to Grace Wilson, Senior Legislative and Policy Specialist, at gawilson1@aacps.org.
As the group’s work progresses, more information will be posted at www.aacps.org/schedulingworkgroup. Those who cannot attend meetings in person can watch virtually through links found on that page.
Think twice before buying school supplies! We are about a month into school, what a great start to the year. If your scholar(s) need any school supplies still, please email tthompkins@aacps.org. We have crayons, glue sticks, bookbags and headphones to give to your scholars. Look over things this weekend and reach out when needed. Have a great weekend BPES.
Friendly Attendance Reminder 📲 You can update your child's status in the PowerSchool app! Go to the three dots that say "More", then "Forms" then "Attendance". We want to best support you and your scholar in their learning. Attendance matters.
Apply for Free or Reduced-Price Meals!
Check out the new Family Academy Newsletter at
https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-friday!
Learn about academics and programs, how to navigate AACPS, or get resources on how to support the well-being and growth of students through the AACPS Family Academy online video library. Look for featured content from Family Academy every other Friday on AACPS social media or visit www.aacps.org/familyacademy any time! #AACPSAwesome #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
The PTA would like to continue to show our BPES Staff just how much we appreciate them by treating the staff to weekly snacks and drinks. If willing, please consider donating this school year.
Please use the link below and choose a date that is convenient for you and your family. Please note we will need all donations by the Monday of the week you sign up for. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to bpes_pta@yahoo.com.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4BABAA2CA0FB6-appreciation
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell talks about school safety, the rise in rumors and threats, and the roles we all play in keeping each other safe. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
https://youtu.be/4fBiE7lmUZs
Interested in joining the PTA? Click the link to sign-up! PTA is one of the ways you can share in decision-making, help grow an inclusive environment, and bridge the gap between home, school and community. We can't do this without you, consider joining today. https://forms.gle/4RQEHD6kJREUZYPC9
5th Grade Families, H.O.P.E. is returning! Our weekly tutoring program is fun, engaging, and FREE. One of our partners here at BPES will be in the building twice a week starting in October. If you'd like your students to receive academic and social support, sign them up today. Spaces are limited for this great program! Scan the QR to register.
Make your voice heard at Family Info Night next Wed, Sept 25th. Three of the major groups at BPES will all be together on one-night to share our plans for the year, hear your ideas and connect with everyone. We can't grow as a school community without you! See you on the 25th!
Everyone has a story, and we empower you to tell it. Coming up in October, you can learn strategies to own and tell your story. BPES is offering this class in collaboration with Anne Arundel Community College. Come enjoy this time of connection and learning. Childcare provided, and the first 8 registrants get a free art kit. RSVP today.
Wow Friends, the slots for Toddler Tour are going fast! We have 1 more seat available for Sept 26th. You will get to learn some tips for supporting your little one in their learning journey and get to see what a morning in PreK looks like. Sign up today. Scan the QR to register.
Our school community is growing and changing daily and there are lots of great things in store this year. Come join us on September 25th from 5:30-7p for Family Information Night. You will have a chance to connect with school leaders and learn about PTA, Title I and all things happening at our school this year. See you then!
Celebrating Constitution Day
