Hilltop Elementary

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

2 days ago, AACPS

Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- May 21, 2026

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

3 days ago, Shakiyla Shockley

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! ⭐️

7 days ago, Shakiyla Shockley

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

9 days 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

16 days 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.

17 days ago, AACPS

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.

17 days ago, AACPS

17 days ago, AACPS

Hilltop Families are invited to visit our Community Closet Open House for a chance to explore the free resources available through Hilltop Community Schools.
We’re offering two opportunities to join us:
*Tuesday, May 12 | 8:00–9:00 AM
*Monday, May 18 | 4:00–5:00 PM

The Community Closet is a free resource where families are welcome to “shop” at no cost for:
*Clothing
*Canned and shelf-stable food
*Books and games
*Hygiene products

Everything is completely free!
This open house is a great opportunity to see what’s available, ask questions, and connect with our Community Schools team. All families are welcome, and no sign‑up is required.
We hope to see you there!

18 days ago, Hilltop Elementary

Hilltop’s 2nd Annual Family Bingo Night was a hit! 🎉 The evening was filled with food, smiles, laughter, and a little bit of luck as our families came together for a fun night of bingo and connection. This year’s event also served as a mental health initiative, where families received supportive, real-life strategies for prioritizing wellness, managing stress, and strengthening emotional well-being at home. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with Anne Arundel Partnership for Children, Youth & Families and Community Schools to create a space that uplifted and supported our Hilltop families. 💫

23 days ago, Shakiyla Shockley

On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell highlights four schools that were awarded the Purple Star Schools designation, as announced this week by the Maryland State Department of Education. #BelongGrowSucceed

- English: https://youtu.be/9F-x1ohlB6s
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/aogRGEq1nKU

23 days ago, AACPS

Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- April 30, 2026

Joe Bigsby, a STEM teacher at Magothy River Middle School, tonight was named the 2026 Anne Arundel County Public Schools Teacher of the Year. The announcement came before a crowd of more than 700 people at the culmination of the 40th annual Excellence in Education Awards held at the Live! Event Center at Arundel Mills.

Bigsby has taught Anne Arundel County Public Schools students since 2018 and has spent the entirety of that time at Magothy River Middle School. During that time, he has built a reputation as a dynamic educator with a passion for student connection and innovation.

For more about Bigsby and all those honored at this year’s event, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2843645.

29 days ago, AACPS

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has been presented with a recommended 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.

The Board is scheduled to vote on adoption of the calendar at its May 6, 2026, meeting. It approved a calendar for the 2026-2027 school year in December.

For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2842340.

29 days ago, AACPS

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

about 1 month 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.

about 1 month ago, AACPS

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.

about 1 month ago, AACPS

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.

about 1 month ago, AACPS

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

about 1 month 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

about 1 month 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

about 2 months ago, AACPS

Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 2, 2026