We can't wait to celebrate all of our amazing volunteer's that have helped make so much happen this school year! Please don't forget to RSVP!
15 days ago, Brittany Eskew
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Our Last Attendance Incentive of the year starts April 20th 2026! Remember, attendance matters - - Class starts at 8am, try to be in your seat and have your items already stored in your locker by 8am to not be marked tardy.
about 2 months ago, Brittany Eskew
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🔗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!

1 day ago, AACPS
Family Link Newsletter - puzzle pieces containing images of students, parents, and community members
Looking for a way to beat the heat this summer?? Regal Theatres is offering Movie Express.
$1.00 per ticket, Monday - Thursday June 1st - August 13th. Snack Packs are $3.00 OFF!
4 days ago, Brittany Eskew
Movie Express
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
5 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - May 28, 2026
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
12 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- May 21, 2026
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
19 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - May 14, 2026
Lothian Field Day is COMING!!!!

We need your help! If you would like to volunteer at any of our stations for Field Day, please check the email on file for your student to complete the volunteer form. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Young.
21 days ago, Brittany Eskew
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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
26 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.
27 days 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.
27 days 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.
27 days ago, AACPS
2027-2028 Calendar Art
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
about 1 month ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- April 30, 2026
Our 5th Graders are officially "Water Ready" just in time for the hot summer months to come!
about 1 month ago, Brittany Eskew
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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.
about 1 month ago, AACPS
Joe Bigsby, Teacher of the Year
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.
about 1 month ago, AACPS
2027-2028 School Year Calendar Artwork
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
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Have you ever wanted to Pie a Teacher?!?! The students at Lothian had that exact opportunity thanks to our amazing staff (Mrs. Wagner, Mrs. McDonald, Mrs. Bennett, Mrs. Price, Mrs. Simmons, Ms. Marceron, Mr. Gibson, Mrs. Knowlton, Mrs. Crovo) volunteers!! Lots of smiles and laughs were had by all who attended and participated.

about 1 month ago, Brittany Eskew
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Half of our 2nd Grade Classes had a great experience at Jug Bay!
about 1 month ago, Brittany Eskew
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