TODAY!!
Anne Arundel County Public Schools has a free mobile app that makes staying informed easier than ever before. In the 2026-27 school year, routine announcements about school system events and operations will be disseminated primarily through the mobile app, the news section of the AACPS website, and through messaging to families (not through social media). Emergency notifications will continue to be featured in the alerts banner at the top off the AACPS website on social media pages. To ensure receipt of the latest updates and information, families should download the app and follow their student's school(s).Download the app in the App Store or on Google Play today!
Let's fill a school bus with school supplies!
For the last several years, the AACPS community has been very generous by stuffing a school bus with donations of school supplies for students. This year, we’re doing it again!
Thursday, August 20
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Old Mill Middle School South, 430 Old Mill Road, Millersville
Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell, Board members, district leaders and Education Foundation members will be there, and OMMS will be hosting its annual block party at the same time. Bring your school supply donations and join us!
For the last several years, the AACPS community has been very generous by stuffing a school bus with donations of school supplies for students. This year, we’re doing it again!
Thursday, August 20
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Old Mill Middle School South, 430 Old Mill Road, Millersville
Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell, Board members, district leaders and Education Foundation members will be there, and OMMS will be hosting its annual block party at the same time. Bring your school supply donations and join us!
Bus routes and schedules for the 2026-2027 school year are now available online. For complete information, go to www.aacps.org/buses. Information may change prior to the start of the school year as routes are adjusted, so please check back periodically. Questions should be directed to the Transportation Division.
Are you unsure about whether your student is eligible for bus transportation in the upcoming school year? Anne Arundel County Schools’ Transportation Eligibility Tool can give you the answers you need. Just to go www.aacps.org/transportationeligibility and enter your address. Specific bus schedules will be posted online no later than Wednesday, August 12.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
🌟 Join the Hilltop Stars! We're Hiring! 🌟
Hilltop Elementary School is looking for caring, dependable individuals to join our team as a Lunch & Recess Monitor for the upcoming school year!
This is a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our students while enjoying:
⭐ Midday work hours
⭐ School holidays and summers off
⭐ A fun, supportive school environment
⭐ The chance to help our Hilltop Stars learn, play, and grow safely each day
Whether you're a parent, retiree, college student, or community member who enjoys working with children, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today:
https://aacps.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5674141
Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with family, friends, and neighbors who may be interested in joining the Hilltop team! 💙💛
Hilltop Elementary School is looking for caring, dependable individuals to join our team as a Lunch & Recess Monitor for the upcoming school year!
This is a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of our students while enjoying:
⭐ Midday work hours
⭐ School holidays and summers off
⭐ A fun, supportive school environment
⭐ The chance to help our Hilltop Stars learn, play, and grow safely each day
Whether you're a parent, retiree, college student, or community member who enjoys working with children, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply today:
https://aacps.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5674141
Please help us spread the word by sharing this opportunity with family, friends, and neighbors who may be interested in joining the Hilltop team! 💙💛
The heat of summer makes outdoor water activities enticing for children and adults alike. Following these simple tips from our partners at the Maryland Department of Natural Resources can increase enjoyment and prevent tragedy.
REMINDER: AACPS’ Summer Meals Program continues to operate mobile meal delivery to 19 community sites despite the extreme heat advisory. Those sites are:
• North County: Heritage Hills, Pumphrey Center, Willows Apartments.
• West County: Pioneer City, Meade Village, Spring Meadows, Still Meadows.
• Annapolis: Admiral Farragut, Annapolis Gardens, Bywater, Congregation Kneseth Israel, Hilltop Village, Woodside Gardens.
• South County (all sites designated as rural): Boones Mobile Estates, Lyons Creek Estates, Maryland Manor.
• Lothian (all sites designated as rural): Rio Vista, Patuxent Mobile, Wayson Woods.
Complete info: www.aacps.org/summermeals
• North County: Heritage Hills, Pumphrey Center, Willows Apartments.
• West County: Pioneer City, Meade Village, Spring Meadows, Still Meadows.
• Annapolis: Admiral Farragut, Annapolis Gardens, Bywater, Congregation Kneseth Israel, Hilltop Village, Woodside Gardens.
• South County (all sites designated as rural): Boones Mobile Estates, Lyons Creek Estates, Maryland Manor.
• Lothian (all sites designated as rural): Rio Vista, Patuxent Mobile, Wayson Woods.
Complete info: www.aacps.org/summermeals
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
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
- English: https://youtu.be/rwXLFEnibEY
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MaE-IqC_xU8
Good morning Hilltop Community,
The physical education department has a wonderful unit of Movement Education Equipment that will be going from June 4th through June 16th. This will change the morning arrival entrance to the front of the building for students.
Car rider guardians can continue to drop off, as normal, in the car rider loop. Staff will help students enter the front of the building instead of the side door.
Thank you,
Karen Jordan Pfarr
Hilltop Kineseology
The physical education department has a wonderful unit of Movement Education Equipment that will be going from June 4th through June 16th. This will change the morning arrival entrance to the front of the building for students.
Car rider guardians can continue to drop off, as normal, in the car rider loop. Staff will help students enter the front of the building instead of the side door.
Thank you,
Karen Jordan Pfarr
Hilltop Kineseology
🔗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!
Good afternoon Hilltop Families,
This is a reminder that tomorrow is our school-wide House Celebration Day, and we are ready to celebrate all of the amazing things our Hilltop Stars have accomplished! We encourage all students to go all out by wearing their house colors and showing their house pride loud and proud! Let’s see which house brings the MOST spirit tomorrow! 🎉
Get ready for a day full of excitement, energy, and celebration as our houses come together for some fun! We can’t wait to see everyone representing their house spirit! ⭐
Yours in Partnership,
Shakiyla Shockley
Assistant Principal
Hilltop Elementary
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
- English: https://youtu.be/E65_9Vs3Tas
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/WWJm5_tP5FA
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
- English: https://youtu.be/8H4P-4cQbaw
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/D4EJWS8MG7w
Dear Hilltop Parents and Guardians,
Due to the forecasted weather conditions, Field Day has been moved to the scheduled rain date Thursday May 28th 2026. We appreciate your flexibility and understanding as we work to ensure a safe and enjoyable event for all students. The updated Field Day date is again Thursday May 28th. All event times and activities will remain the same unless otherwise communicated. Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to a fun and successful Field Day!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Jordan Pfarr
Hilltop Elementary School Kinesiology
Today was a STAR-studded day for our Hilltop Stars at Hershey Park! ⭐️🎶
We are beyond proud to celebrate our incredible scholars and music program accomplishments during today’s competition:
🥇 First Place Orchestra
🥇 First Place Chorus
🏆 Overall Best Elementary Choir
A special congratulations goes to Casey Robinson for receiving a special award for her outstanding solo performance! 🎤✨
Our students represented Hilltop with excellence, confidence, teamwork, and heart. Thank you to our music teachers, staff, and families for your continued support in helping our scholars shine both inside and outside of the classroom.
Congratulations, Hilltop Stars! We are so proud of you! ⭐️
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
- English: https://youtu.be/9Fk9H77F-8o
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/K8FdKZKknDI
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
- English: https://youtu.be/_KKe23mW0d8
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/EWXKZ5SUY_8
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.
For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2874675.
