To see the list of finalists, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2716273.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
The monetary awards are given each spring in honor of Ms. Antwine, a Navy veteran who served on the Board of Education from 2018 until her death in 2021, to AACPS students who have made a similar commitment by enlisting to serve in the United States military upon graduation. They assist awardees with initial expenses related to enlisting, including uniforms and basic training supplies, and aim to remove financial barriers to military service.
Applications for this year’s award can be found online at www.aacps.org/serviceaward. The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. on April 17, 202
Hello MGA Families,
Click the link to this week's MFM. As always it includes information for upcoming school and community events, useful links, answers to many of your questions and fun photos from the previous week. Give it look.
Take care,
MGA Staff
For more information on the meeting, go to the AACPS news release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2707435.
Attention Middle School Parents.
MGA is starting a "Conditioning Club" for our 6th-8th grade students. Please check your email for a link to the permission slip. Please return the hard copy (students can get them in the front office) or email the completed form to Ms Bentivegnas at bentivegnas@monarchacademy.org. The deadline is Friday, February 13th. Again, this only for our middle school student athletes.
Good Morning MGA Families,
Click the link to this week's MFM. This week we have an important communication from the bus company. As always it includes information for upcoming school and community events, useful links, answers to many of your questions and fun photos from the previous week. Give it look.
Take care,
MGA Staff
This is a friendly reminder that the PTA’s Ties & Tiaras Dance is happening this Saturday, February 7! We’re so excited to welcome our students and families for a fun evening of music, dancing, and special memories.
Dance Times by Grade Level
- Grades K–4: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
- Grades 5–8: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
If you haven’t already, please be sure to purchase your tickets online so we can plan appropriately for refreshments.
Get your ticket here:
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/mga/events/22ca33e55e48
Please note:
- Each student and each adult attending must have a ticket.
- Students may only attend the dance for their current grade level.
- For families with siblings attending dances at different times, parents/guardians are responsible for coordinating pick-up and supervision between events.
As for attire—dress to impress! There is no official dress code, so feel free to dress up or keep it simple. Comfort is key so everyone can enjoy the evening and dance the night away.
We’re looking forward to a magical night with our school community!
Warmly,
MGA PTA
Estimadas familias,
Este es un recordatorio amistoso de que el Baile Ties & Tiaras de la PTA se llevará a cabo este sábado, 7 de febrero. ¡Estamos muy emocionados de dar la bienvenida a nuestros estudiantes y familias para una noche divertida llena de música, baile y momentos especiales!
Horarios del baile por grado
- Grados K–4: 5:30 p. m. – 7:00 p. m.
- Grados 5–8: 8:00 p. m. – 9:30 p. m.
Si aún no lo ha hecho, por favor compre sus boletos en línea para que podamos planificar adecuadamente los refrigerios.
Compre su boleto aquí:
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/mga/events/22ca33e55e48
Por favor tenga en cuenta:
- Cada estudiante y cada adulto que asista necesita un boleto.
- Los estudiantes solo pueden asistir al baile correspondiente a su grado actual.
- Para las familias con hermanos que asistan a bailes en horarios diferentes, los padres o tutores son responsables de coordinar la recogida y la supervisión entre los eventos.
En cuanto a la vestimenta: ¡vístanse para impresionar! No hay un código de vestimenta oficial, así que pueden vestirse elegantes o de manera más sencilla. Lo más importante es que todos estén cómodos y listos para bailar.
¡Esperamos compartir una noche mágica con nuestra comunidad escolar!
Atentamente,
MGA PTA
This is a friendly reminder that the PTA’s Ties & Tiaras Dance is happening this Saturday, February 7! We’re so excited to welcome our students and families for a fun evening of music, dancing, and special memories.
Dance Times by Grade Level
- Grades K–4: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
- Grades 5–8: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
If you haven’t already, please be sure to purchase your tickets online so we can plan appropriately for refreshments.
Get your ticket here:
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/mga/events/22ca33e55e48
Please note:
- Each student and each adult attending must have a ticket.
- Students may only attend the dance for their current grade level.
- For families with siblings attending dances at different times, parents/guardians are responsible for coordinating pick-up and supervision between events.
As for attire—dress to impress! There is no official dress code, so feel free to dress up or keep it simple. Comfort is key so everyone can enjoy the evening and dance the night away.
We’re looking forward to a magical night with our school community!
Warmly,
MGA PTA
Estimadas familias,
Este es un recordatorio amistoso de que el Baile Ties & Tiaras de la PTA se llevará a cabo este sábado, 7 de febrero. ¡Estamos muy emocionados de dar la bienvenida a nuestros estudiantes y familias para una noche divertida llena de música, baile y momentos especiales!
Horarios del baile por grado
- Grados K–4: 5:30 p. m. – 7:00 p. m.
- Grados 5–8: 8:00 p. m. – 9:30 p. m.
Si aún no lo ha hecho, por favor compre sus boletos en línea para que podamos planificar adecuadamente los refrigerios.
Compre su boleto aquí:
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/mga/events/22ca33e55e48
Por favor tenga en cuenta:
- Cada estudiante y cada adulto que asista necesita un boleto.
- Los estudiantes solo pueden asistir al baile correspondiente a su grado actual.
- Para las familias con hermanos que asistan a bailes en horarios diferentes, los padres o tutores son responsables de coordinar la recogida y la supervisión entre los eventos.
En cuanto a la vestimenta: ¡vístanse para impresionar! No hay un código de vestimenta oficial, así que pueden vestirse elegantes o de manera más sencilla. Lo más importante es que todos estén cómodos y listos para bailar.
¡Esperamos compartir una noche mágica con nuestra comunidad escolar!
Atentamente,
MGA PTA
The AACPS Division of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Services and Partners for Success presents a webinar on Seasons of Change: Preparing for changes in educational levels from birth - age 21. Come learn about transitions within your child's educational levels, from early intervention through elementary, middle, high, and beyond. Join experts from each level as they share information and insights into the educational journey. 📅Thursday, February 19, 2026, ⏰12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Register at https://forms.gle/fTfB6oQfpHRvrDWx6
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has approved a negotiated agreement for the current fiscal year with the Association of Educational Leaders (AEL) that provides cost-of-living increases and salary scale adjustments for members of the bargaining unit. For details, go to the AACPS News release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2685024.
Just a reminder that today is our early dismissal day (11:30 am). Early pickups and dismissal changes end at 10am.
Join us for the third session of You Belong Here! Family Forum: Let's Talk Bullying! 📅 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 ⏰ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 📍Annapolis Middle School. Activities for adults and students of all ages + strategies to address bullying. Register at https://forms.gle/LYoXFFfnz1rh1aBW7
Five high school students from across Anne Arundel County have advanced as semifinalists in the 2026-2027 Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB) selection process. To learn more about the semifinalists, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2679174. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
3:00 p.m., 2/3/26: Barring any additional inclement weather overnight that would impact school operations, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will open on time and will operate on normal schedules for students and staff on Wednesday, February 4.
There will still be areas of the county where adverse road and sidewalk conditions exist tomorrow morning, so families and employees are urged to continue to exercise caution and patience, including as it relates to decisions about student drivers. Families of students who normally walk to school should once again closely examine walking routes and, if prudent and possible, consider transporting their students to and from school.
Thank you.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell delivers a message to families, students and staff about the reopening of schools today and also thanks all those who continue to exercise grace and patience. More than 90 percent of students attended classes in person today, and our AACPS team is continuing to work along with County and City of Annapolis crews to make things better as the week progresses. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://youtu.be/2nJ4ARF-ag0
🔗View our February 2026 Family Link Newsletter
‣ Dates to Remember
‣ You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣ Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣ Family Academy Events
‣ Black History Month at your local library
‣ County & community resources
...and more!
