Brooklyn Park Elementary

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

🌟 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

🎉 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! 🎈

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

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.

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

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

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

🎉 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!

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

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.

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

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.

Good morning! This is our final week of the Kids Heart Challenge! As of today, we have raised $564.64. 6 of our students have complete Finn's Heart Challenge and are entered to win Superbowl tickets. We have a Fun Run scheduled for Thursday to show how we can be heart healthy.

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will hold its next meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

The meeting will be held in the Board Room at the Parham Building, located at 2644 Riva Road in Annapolis. It is open to the public and subject to normal space limitations in the Board Room.

For more information on the meeting, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2765193.

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell spotlights the 2026 AACPS Dance Festival.

- English: https://youtu.be/J8qpAwY1aps
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/l4mX2ibBEAM

March 2nd - April 10th, support the 5th graders by purchasing a temporary tattoo for a staff member to rock. Staff will rock out with their tattoos on April 17th. All money raised will go towards the 5th grade promotion. Please reach out to Ms. Richmond if you have any questions.

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell talks about the 10 schools that earned AP Honor Roll designation and what this recognition means for our students. #BelongGrowSucceed

- English: https://youtu.be/tSVHMMHQGXw
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/AbkCMO00D4k