The Chesapeake Regional Association of Student Councils (CRASC) will launch the 2026–2027 Student Member of the Board (SMOB) election cycle by hosting a virtual information night on Tuesday, January 7, 2026.

For more information and details on the process, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2606248.

4 months ago, AACPS
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Continuing a pattern of prudent and responsible budgetary decisions and placing a clear emphasis on prioritizing people over launching a slate of new programs in light of budgetary constraints at various levels, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell tonight recommended a Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget to the Board of Education tonight that dedicates nearly 49 percent of new funding to employee compensation and benefits.

For details, go to the AACPS news release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2605182.
4 months ago, AACPS
FY2027 Budget recommendation

Join us for an interactive webinar to discuss Tips for Managing Behavior at Home for ages 0-5 years, including evidence-based strategies & practical examples of when to use them. Virtual event details: Birth to Five: Tips for Managing Behavior at Home,📅Wednesday, January 14, 2026, ⏰12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Register at https://forms.gle/9N1Tf6ypKQEmrxJZ6

4 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Join AACPS Birth to Five Services for a virtual Lunch & Learn on managing behavior at home on January 14 at 12 pm. Register here: https://forms.gle/9N1Tf6ypKQEmrxJZ6
Únase a los Servicios de Nacimiento a los cinco años de AACPS para un almuerzo y aprendizaje virtual sobre cómo manejar el comportamiento en casa (de 0 a 5 años) el 14 de enero a las 12 pm. Inscríbase en: https://forms.gle/9N1Tf6ypKQEmrxJZ6
Our winter concert last week was magical! ❄️🎶 Huge kudos to our talented band and strings students, led by Mr. Bunger and Ms. Woodside, for filling the room with music and holiday cheer! 🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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Our Holiday Shop was a huge success! 🎁✨ Smiling students, thoughtful gifts, and lots of holiday cheer—thank you to everyone who made it possible! 🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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Smiles all around! ☕🍩 Students enjoyed hot chocolate & donuts as PBIS raffle winners for positive referrals—showing respect and making great choices. So proud of them! 🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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TAAC Tuesday yesterday— teachers all decked out in their shirts! 💙🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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Ms. Woodside made The Nutcracker come alive! 🎶🩰 Students explored costumes, music, and even enjoyed a performance—plus a fun morning surprise spotting Ms. Woodside as the Nutcracker escorting students at arrival! 🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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5th graders brought the creativity today! 🎨✨ Bubble-letter name art + pops of color and texture = masterpieces in the making. So proud of their imagination and effort! 🦅 #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome #BelongGrowSucceed
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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Winter weather is upon is and the easiest and fastest way to stay on top of school schedule changes is to download the AACPS app! App notifications are in the first set of messages sent out when weather decisions are made.

The app is free and accessible to anyone (not just families of students). Be sure to follow the school or schools in which you are interested as well!

Download the app in the App Store or on Google Play.

4 months ago, AACPS
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10:00 a.m., 12/14/25: In order to allow facilities and operations crews to clear school lots and walkways in preparation for classes tomorrow, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools facilities will be closed for all groups and activities today, December 14. At this time, all schools will operate on normal schedules on Monday, December 15.
4 months ago, AACPS
Important notice for school operations
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell will present his recommended Fiscal Year 2027 operating and capital budgets at the next meeting of the Board of Education of Anne Arundel County, scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, 2025.

The Board will also hold a public workshop to discuss information related to the recently released Maryland Report Card results at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2025, in the Board Room. The Maryland Report Card provides schools across the state with star ratings calculated from a variety of academic, attendance, and curriculum factors.

For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2595431.
4 months ago, AACPS
Board of Education Members
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will meet at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, for the specific purpose of voting to go into closed session, pursuant to Sections 3-305(b)(7) and 3-305(b)(9) of the General Provisions Article of the Open Meetings Act, to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice on a legal matter and to consider matters related to collective bargaining negotiations.

The meeting will be conducted virtually.

The public may listen to the open portion of the meeting, including the vote to go into closed session, by calling 605-468-8781 and entering access code 685333 followed by the pound/hashtag symbol.

The public may not listen to the closed session portion of the meeting.
4 months ago, AACPS
Board of Education Members
Ernie the Eagle swooped in for a special PBIS announcement! 🦅✨ Nothing gets our students more excited than a surprise visit from their favorite mascot. WAY to SOAR, Deale #BelongGrowSucceed #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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It was officially the 67th day of school… so naturally we had to celebrate the 6–7 of it all. 😆 If you saw staff rocking 6s or 7s, just know we were fully committed. #BelongGrowSucceed #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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Our staff shenanigans struck again! 😆This time we rolled out a “WANTED” poster…our students had a blast turning in the wanted teachers (all in good fun, of course!). Love the laughter & community these momets bring to our halls! #BelongGrowSucceed #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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Our annual Staff Thanksgiving celebration was a hit! Beautifully decorated tables, lots of laughter, and a fiercely fun game of Jeopardy to top it all off. So grateful for this amazing team! #BelongGrowSucceed #DealeEaglesSOAR #AACPSawesome
4 months ago, Deale Elementary School
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It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-12-5-25. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed

4 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools
It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-12-5-25. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
¡Es viernes de la Academia Familiar! Consulte el boletín de la Academia Familiar en https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-12-5-25. ¡Visite la Academia Familiar en cualquier momento en www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamilia #PertenecerCrecerTriunfar
CONFIRMING AACPS STATUS 12/5/25: All schools opening 2 hours late. Details at www.aacps.org.
4 months ago, AACPS
Confirming 2 hour delayed opening
CONFIRMING AACPS STATUS 12/5/25: All schools opening 2 hours late. Details at www.aacps.org.
4 months ago, AACPS
Confirming 2 hour delayed opening