What an amazing day at our Community Expo! So grateful for the many community partners who showed up for our students and families. Connections were made, smiles were everywhere, and our Deale community continues to SOAR! 🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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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

4 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 23, 2026

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.

4 months ago, AACPS
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Deale Elementary kids are LOCKED IN for MCAP 💪📚 Pencils sharpened ✏️ Brains activated 🧠 We’ve been grinding, leveling up, and showing what we know — now it’s time to shine ✨MCAP doesn’t stand a chance 😎 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
🦅 Our Kindergarteners wrapped up their CKLA Colonial Towns unit by stepping back in time! From blacksmiths to bakers to masons, students became the workers—learning by doing and bringing history to life! 🛠️🍞 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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🦅 Our 3rd grade explorers are on a mission—cracking riddles and using their knowledge to uncover hidden treasure! 🧭💡 Learning has never been this adventurous! #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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🦅 Third graders are making music magic with their recorders in class! From first notes to full songs, their confidence is hitting all the high notes 🎶 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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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.
4 months 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.

4 months ago, AACPS
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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
4 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- April 16, 2026
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
5 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 9, 2026
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
5 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 2, 2026
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
5 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - March 26, 2026
🤝 Our staff came together for Unity Day PD—bringing a year of learning full circle through meaningful reflection, collaboration, and shared growth. Proud of this team and the strong community we continue to build together! 🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
5 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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🏃‍♀️✨ Our Girls on the Run crushed their first practice 5K—crossing the finish line strong and celebrating with a fun glow party! So proud of their perseverance, confidence, and teamwork! 🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
5 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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🌎🛠️ Our 3rd graders are thinking like real engineers—designing and building 3D models to prevent erosion in STEM! We are so proud! 🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
5 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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Our students are shining bright at our Science fair. From creative experiments to innovative designs, their curiosity and problem-solving skills are on full display. We are so proud of their hard work and ingenuity! 🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
5 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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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.

5 months ago, AACPS
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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
5 months 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.
5 months ago, AACPS
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