9:00 p.m., 1/9/25 UPDATE: After further evaluation of road and sidewalk conditions this evening, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will open two hours late on Friday, January 10. There will be no morning half-day ECI classes, and no morning sessions at the Centers of Applied Technology North or South.
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses the difficulty of inclement weather decisions and General Assembly legislation that could ease calendar difficulties. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://youtu.be/c_lkX1XM2WM
7:30 a.m., 1/9/25: Confirming that all schools will open on a two-hour delayed schedule today. There will be no morning half-day ECI classes, and no morning sessions at the Centers of Applied Technology North or South.
We are thrilled to invite you to the Family Wellness Forum – an exciting and empowering initiative for all AACPS families! This event is designed to provide you with valuable resources, tools, and strategies to help strengthen your student’s well-being. Register today: https://forms.gle/3BQ98gEneWmRVEr78. We’re excited to come together and create lasting positive change – see you there! 📆 Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30pm
📍Marley Middle School
The Anne Arundel County Public Schools Office of School and Family Partnerships is seeking applicants for its tenth International Parent and Community Leadership Academy (IPCLA). The deadline to apply is January 19, 2025. English application link: https://forms.gle/fZ9Q2SkShPKcAxcKA. More information, including the application form in multiple languages, is available at www.aacps.org/ipcla. #AACPSFamily #AACPSAwesome #BelongGrowSucceed
8:00 p.m., 1/8/25: To answer a question we have received about Thursday morning’s reassessment: The reassessment would allow school system staff to continue to address any issues at schools. It does not mean students would report to school at their standard start times or that students would engage in virtual instruction. We have every expectation that we will open schools on a two-hour delayed schedule Thursday. We hope this clarifies the issue.
4:30 p.m., 1/8/25: All Anne Arundel County Public Schools will open two hours late on Thursday, Jan. 9. There will be no morning half-day ECI classes, and no morning sessions at the Centers of Applied Technology North or South. Families transporting students to school and those whose students walk to school should allow additional time and utilize extreme caution. A reassessment of conditions will take place on Thursday morning and any changes to this status will be announced by 7:30 a.m. on Thursday.
Our #AACPSAwesome Operations teams are out at schools this morning clearing lots and walks so that we can get students and staff back to school as quickly as possible. Please do your part by staying away from these areas so crews can do their work.
Residents should also clear the sidewalks in front of their homes so our students have safe paths to walk to schools when they reopen.
Let's all pitch in together! Thanks!
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
4:30 p.m., 1/6/25: Due to inclement weather, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 7. There will be no instruction for students. A Code Red is in effect for employees. Unit III personnel must report to their work locations as required and will receive additional information.
4:30 p.m., 1/5/25: Due to the forecast for severe inclement weather, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, January 6. There will be no instruction for students. A Code Red is in effect for employees. Unit III personnel must report to their work locations as required.
No, Bob doesn’t know yet if there will be school on Monday. But Bob DOES KNOW you can help support CAT South students going to state, regional, and national competitions through the purchase of “Keep Calm” apparel. All of the proceeds help CAT South students. You can place orders at https://www.catsouth.org/schoolstore.
As for Monday, we’ll all just have to stay tuned. Bob will let you know when he knows.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #KeepCalmBobWillCall #PleaseBob
In this week's edition of Thursday Thoughts,
Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell discusses 2025, finishing the first semester strong, and taking time for mental health. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://youtu.be/eKrYCmLbnzk
REMINDER: All Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will reopen tomorrow, January 2, on normal schedules.
View our January 2025 Family Link Newsletter:
https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-january-2025
At its December 18, 2024, meeting, the Board of Education was presented with two recommended 2025-26 school year calendars by the AACPS Calendar Committee. The Board is now seeking public input on those recommended calendars.
The calendars, complete information on the discussion by the Calendar Committee and a link to provide input can be found at www.aacps.org/2526calendar. Input will be accepted through noon on January 3, 2025.
Thank you.
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell talks about his recommended Fiscal Year 2026 budget and the quest to become a phenomenal school district in this country. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
https://youtu.be/9Og_PO5mvH4
Make time to see the work of our amazing elementary student artists at the Winter Wonderland exhibit at Annapolis Mall before it closes on January 2, 2025. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
https://www.capitalgazette.com/2024/12/16/anne-arundels-elementary-school-artists-shine-at-winter-wonderland-themed-exhibit/
2024-2025 School Year - 1st Quarter Honor Roll
Congratulations to all AACPS students who made the honor roll.
www.aacps.org/honorroll
#BelongGrowSucceed
#AACPSCelebrates
It’s the gift-giving season, and here’s another reason to leave home to shop: You get to see #AACPSAwesome artwork from our amazing elementary school students at the Winter Wonderland exhibit at Westfield Annapolis Mall. Check it out today! #AGiftInItself #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
Greetings Gopher Families and Staff!
Our newly established PTSA is off to a great start! We now have officers and an executive team that is working hard to bring new events and opportunities to our school community. Here are three ways to join in the fun:
LOGO CONTEST: Have YOUR art featured as the official PTSA Logo, and win cool prizes!
The PTSA is excited to offer students, clubs, staff, teams, and families an opportunity to create a logo for the Glen Burnie Gopher Nation PTSA and have their art featured on PTSA merch and promo for years to come! The contest runs from 12/6 to 1/10, and 3 winners will be announced in January 2024. See the attached flyers for more details on how to enter and win!
JOIN THE PTSA: Our PTSA Membership is growing daily! See the attached flyer (with the QR Code) for information on how to join (it's super easy!) and lend your support. Don't have a great deal of time to volunteer? That's A-Okay! You don't need to hold an office or have an official responsibility to support. You can donate snacks for events, connect our PTSA with professionals or organizations who can help, volunteer for one event only, spread the word to other parents, help us advocate for resources for our school, and more -- the opportunities are endless! See the attached flyer and let us know how much (or how little) you're able to get involved in our school community.
GET CONNECTED: Have questions? Ideas? Feel welcome to reach out to our PTSA Leadership at anytime by e-mailing GlenBurnieGopherNationPTSA@gmail.com. Our Amazing Officers are as follows:
President: Ms. Ashley Yearby
1st Vice President: Ms. Lina Permut
2nd Vice President: Ms. Amarylis Velasco
Secretary: Ms. Noi Brewer
Corresponding Secretary: Ms. Jackie Ortiz
Treasurer: Ms. Kea Profitt
Membership Chair: Ms. Aubrey Legler
Teacher/Staff Liaison: Mr. Nick Konstantopoulos
We look forward to working with you to support our school,
GBHS and the GB Gopher Nation PTSA
