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5th graders share their original games from EEE with their kindergarten friends. It was worth the wait! #BelongGrowSucceed @AACountySchools

8 days ago, Folger McKinsey Elementary School
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Our 4th graders released our beloved “Taco” at Poplar Island today! He will be missed! #BelongGrowSucceed #Arlington Echo Outdoor Education Center @AACountySchools
10 days ago, Folger McKinsey Elementary School
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On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell marks the start of summer vacation next week and expresses his gratitude to the staff and families who helped students belong, grow, and succeed this school year. #BelongGrowSucceed

- English:  https://youtu.be/P-DSc74ZmcQ
- Spanish:  https://youtu.be/B2mXcc1bZQU

3 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- June 11, 2026
Teamwork abounded as our fourth graders helped the younger students with many fun filled activities during kindergarten field day. #BelongGrowSucceed. @AACountySchools
5 days ago, Folger McKinsey Elementary School
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On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell reflects on graduation season and celebrates the accomplishments of the Class of 2026. 🎓 #BelongGrowSucceed

- English: https://youtu.be/rwXLFEnibEY
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MaE-IqC_xU8
10 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- June 4, 2026

🔗View our June/July 2026 Family Link Newsletter
‣ Summer Meals
‣ Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣ Family Academy: HS Athletics
‣ Summer events at your local library & in the community
‣ County & community resources
...and more!

12 days ago, AACPS
Family Link Newsletter - puzzle pieces containing images of students, parents, and community members
Folger received their Green school award earlier today at the Youth Summit celebration. #GrowBelongSucceed @AACountySchools.
16 days ago, Folger McKinsey Elementary School
Green school award
Thanks to all the Folger staff who attended and scooped at the spirit night at Always Ice Cream last night. #BeongGrowSucceed @AACountySchools
17 days ago, Folger McKinsey Elementary School
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On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell reflects on the excitement and pride of graduation season across AACPS over the next two weeks. #BelongGrowSucceed

- English: https://youtu.be/E65_9Vs3Tas
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/WWJm5_tP5FA
17 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - May 28, 2026
Congratulations to Folger's class of 2019 who are now getting ready to graduate from high school. It was awesome having them return for their senior walk, sharing their favorite memories at Folger and their future plans. #BelongGrowSucceed @AACountySchools
17 days ago, Folger McKinsey Elementary School
senior walk
senior walk
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senior walk
Staff appreciation continues with cold treats for our faculty. Thank you Mr. McMahon for providing snoballs to our Folger team. #BelongGrowSucceed @AACountySchools
18 days ago, Folger McKinsey Elementary School
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snoballs
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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
24 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- May 21, 2026

Celebrating National Speech Pathologist Day. Shout out to Mrs. Lerian for supporting our students. Thank you for all you do. #BelongGrowSucceed @AACountySchools

27 days ago, Folger McKinsey Elementary School
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Awesome Science experiments in grade 5 as students learn about water filtration! #BelongGrowSucceed @AACountySchools
27 days ago, Folger McKinsey Elementary School
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Amazing work from our Folger students! Thanks to Mrs. Conto and to all families who participated, were able to attend the ceremony in Annapolis! #BelonGrowSucceed @AACountySchools
27 days ago, Folger McKinsey Elementary School
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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
about 1 month ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - May 14, 2026
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
about 1 month ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - May 7, 2026
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.
about 1 month ago, AACPS
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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.
about 1 month ago, AACPS
2027-2028 Calendar Art
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.
about 1 month ago, AACPS
2027-2028 Calendar Art