On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares his gratitude for the dedicated staff who worked tirelessly through snow and ice to support our AACPS schools and buildings. #BelongGrowSucceed

YouTube English:  https://youtu.be/1SzYvdmgphA
YouTube Spanish:  https://youtu.be/J_s0Tj8V8mc
3 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - January 29, 2026
Hello Marley Families,
AACPS will be transitioning to a synchronous virtual instruction day. The purpose of this day is to ensure students continue learning even when weather conditions make it unsafe for students and staff to travel.
Accessing Virtual Classes - Students will join their classes through Google Meet.
All Google Meet links will be available on each teacher’s Canvas page. Students must be logged in to their AACPS account on any internet‑capable device (phone, tablet, Chromebook, laptop, etc.).
For help with logging in or accessing devices, please visit: AACPS Student Devices Support -https://sites.google.com/aacps.org/studentintrotodigitaltools/student-devices

More directions for accessing Google Meet can be found in your email.
3 months ago, Cindy Wengert
📚 Marley Middle School Book Fair – Coming Soon! 📚
Families, we're excited to share that our annual Book Fair will be held the week of February 2nd! This is a great opportunity for students to discover new books, build their home libraries, and foster a love of reading.

💳 eWallet Gift Cards Available!
It's a safe, cash-free option that ensures your student has funds available to shop.

📚🎉 Tuesday Night: Social Studies & ELA Night!
Be sure to join us Tuesday evening for our Social Studies and ELA Night-a fun, interactive event for students and families! Swing by the Book Fair while you're here and enjoy a night full of learning and excitement.

Thank you for supporting literacy and helping keep the joy of reading alive here at Marley Middle!

💙💛🐴
3 months ago, Cindy Wengert
Marley Middle Book Fair
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ELA & Social Studies Night 1
ELA & Social Studies Night 2
Hello Marley Families,
AACPS will be transitioning to a synchronous virtual instruction day. The purpose of this day is to ensure students continue learning even when weather conditions make it unsafe for students and staff to travel.
Accessing Virtual Classes - Students will join their classes through Google Meet.
All Google Meet links will be available on each teacher’s Canvas page. Students must be logged in to their AACPS account on any internet‑capable device (phone, tablet, Chromebook, laptop, etc.).
For help with logging in or accessing devices, please visit: AACPS Student Devices Support -https://sites.google.com/aacps.org/studentintrotodigitaltools/student-devices

More directions for accessing Google Meet can be found in your email.
3 months ago, Cindy Wengert

12:15 p,.m, 1/28/26: Due to continuing adverse weather and travel conditions, including ongoing work at school sites, impassable side streets and inaccessible bus stops in some areas, all AACPS schools will operate virtually on Thursday, January 29, and Friday, January 30. Students will engage in real-time virtual instruction with their teachers. Schools will begin instruction at 9 or 9:15 a.m., as listed on schedules that can be found at www.aacps.org/studentschedules or www.aacps.org/stayconnected.

With the exception of Unit III Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance personnel, AACPS employees will work remotely on January 29 and 30. Unit III Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance personnel must follow the terms of their negotiated agreement and report to work locations as required. Additional guidance regarding reporting requirements will be communicated to impacted employees.

No decisions have been made about school district activities for Saturday, January 31.

Thank you.

3 months ago, AACPS
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To help families and students be able to more easily access resources and information during the aftermath of this winter storm, Anne Arundel County Public Schools has created a special web page. Go to www.aacps.org/stayconnected to access that information, including rescheduled dates for postponed events.
3 months ago, AACPS
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Led by improvements in 10 of 14 student group categories and with 11 of 16 comprehensive high schools posting graduation rates over 90 percent, Anne Arundel County Public Schools saw its overall graduation rate rise for the second consecutive year, data released today by the Maryland State Department of Education shows.

To learn more about the graduation rate, go to the AACPS News Release section at https://www.aacps.org/article/2660849.
3 months ago, AACPS
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Dear Marley Middle School Families,

We are excited to invite you to engage with Marley Middle School’s Community School programs and upcoming events designed to support student success, strengthen family connections, and build our school community. Your participation makes a meaningful difference, and we look forward to partnering with you!

Upcoming Events:

·         January 23Attendance T-Shirt Design Contest

·         February 3Gallop for Gold: Literacy Night

·         February 13Marley After Dark

·         February 18Volunteer & Fingerprinting Event

·         March 26Career Day – Guest Speakers Needed

In addition, families may request:

·         Laundry Vouchers Form

·         Available Community Resources Form

3 months ago, Stacy Herbert
Eng Newsletter
Spanish Newsletter
Eight high school students from across Anne Arundel County have been nominated to be the 2026–2027 Student Member of the Board of Education. To see the complete list of candidates, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2660263.
3 months ago, AACPS
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Spring sports registration is NOW OPEN! Boys & Girls Soccer and Co-Ed Cross Country start the week of March 2nd. Packets due no later than Feb. 27th to wgant@aacps.org, the main office, or Mr. Gant. For more information, please check your email.
3 months ago, Cindy Wengert
Spring Sport Flyer

The closing of schools on Tuesday, January 27, and Wednesday, January 28, utilizes the second and third of three inclement weather days built into the 2025-26 school year calendar. Under state law, AACPS may choose to move to virtual learning on future inclement weather days. No decisions have been made for school district operations beyond Wednesday, January 28. If additional days are needed and virtual learning is not utilized, those days would be added to the end of the calendar.

3 months ago, AACPS
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3:45 p.m., 1/26/26: Due to ongoing adverse weather and travel conditions, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools buildings will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, and Wednesday, January 28. A Code Red is in effect for employees.

Unit V and Unit VI Central and Satellite Office employees will work remotely on Tuesday, January 27, and Wednesday, January 28, with supervisors providing work requirements.

Unit III Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance personnel must follow the terms of their negotiated agreement and report to work locations as required. Additional guidance regarding reporting requirements will be communicated to impacted employees.

With the exception of Unit III employees who are required to report to work locations, no AACPS employees should attempt to travel to AACPS facilities.
3 months ago, AACPS
Important Notice artwork
The closing of schools on Monday, January 26, 2026, utilizes the first of three inclement weather days built into the 2025-26 school year calendar. Anne Arundel County Public Schools has two such days remaining. Under state law, a school district must use all of its built-in inclement weather days before it can switch to virtual learning.
3 months ago, AACPS
Calendar update graphic
12:15 p.m., 1/25/26: Due to adverse weather and travel conditions, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools buildings will be closed on Monday, January 26. A Code Red is in effect for employees. Unit III Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance personnel must follow the terms of their negotiated agreement and report as required. Additional guidance regarding reporting requirements will be communicated to impacted employees.
3 months ago, AACPS
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Due to expected severe weather, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools facilities will be closed on Sunday, January 25, 2026. This applies to all AACPS and external groups. This status does not impact any school activities for Saturday, January 24, 2026. No decisions have been made as to the status of school district operations for Monday, January 26, 2026.
3 months ago, AACPS
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Hello Marley Middle School Families,

Please check out this week's "Peek at the Week" edition.

https://aptg.co/czq4z7 - English

https://aptg.co/SZNmTq - Spanish

Have a great weekend, Marley!

3 months ago, Cindy Wengert
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares an update regarding the Cool Schools Plunge.

YouTube English: https://youtu.be/1-jvz1YQTAE
YouTube Spanish: https://youtu.be/bBU1_spzVy8
3 months ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - January 22, 2026
Greetings, Marley Middle Family and Friends,

We are currently seeking volunteers to speak at our upcoming Career Day!

Event details are provided on the flyer below.

If you are interested in sharing your career journey and experiences with our students, please use the link below to complete our Google Form Sign-Up Sheet.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc3Xtunv2ioXs0FFSkjyGLUe1C2_DuM8W2pM_MP9HFydYJXiA/viewform

Thank you so much for your time and consideration. We truly appreciate your support and hope to see you on March 26th!

3 months ago, Cindy Wengert
Career Day 2026

Please see the AACPS website, www.aacps.org, for important precautionary information in advance of the weather event projected for this weekend.

3 months ago, AACPS
Important Notice artwork
Spring sports registration is NOW OPEN! Boys & Girls Soccer and Co-Ed Cross Country start the week of March 2nd. Packets due no later than Feb. 27th to wgant@aacps.org, the main office, or Mr. Gant. For more information, please check your email.
3 months ago, Cindy Wengert
Spring Sport Flyer