A firm commitment to helping ensure that every student feels a sense of belonging and that students and staff seek out ways to uplift each other has resulted in Waugh Chapel Elementary School being named the Maryland Elementary Chapter of the Year by Best Buddies.
For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2197365.
Today, members of the most recent Internatinal Parent and Community Leadership Academy class took a powerful step forward in leadership by joining the #BePresent & #AACPS_Mentors Program!
Representing our diverse community, they’re ready to inspire and support students by simply being present. #Leadership #Mentorship #CommunityImpact #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
Applications now being accepted for 4-year-old Pre-K programs for 2025-26 school year. Go to www.aacps.org/earlychildhood.
Join us now for the latest episode of “School Sounds.”
This episode features “Broken Claw” from Northeast High School
“School Sounds” is produced and directed by student intern Kailyn Beath
https://youtu.be/4-kCpIs7jpU
2024-2025 School Year - 3rd Quarter Honor Roll
Congratulations to all AACPS students who made the honor roll.
www.aacps.org/honorroll
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#AACPSCelebrates
Citing exceptional integration of service-learning into every facet of student life, Youth Service America (YSA) has recognized Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) as one of six Gold Ribbon School Districts in the United States.
From curriculum-based projects in grades 5 through 11 to countywide leadership camps and community partnerships, AACPS was cited for the ways in which it prepares students to “make a real difference through hands-on learning,” YSA said in its recognition.
https://www.aacps.org/article/2192227
Dr. Christa Kulp, who has served students across Anne Arundel County Public Schools for 20 years, has been named School Psychologist of the Year by the Maryland School Psychologists Association. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://www.aacps.org/article/2191704
The creative talents of Anne Arundel County Public Schools student artists are now on display at Annapolis Mall, thanks to a special partnership between the school system and the mall. For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2186288.
Kudos to Ridgeway Elementary School Principal Jessica Alvear and Point Pleasant Elementary School Assistant Principal Amy Chitwood for sharing their knowledge and work around building bridges with families of students with disabilities at this week’s Maryland Pupil Personnel Workers Conference! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
Brayden Morgan, a junior at Glen Burnie High School, has been elected by members of the Chesapeake Regional Association of Student Councils (CRASC) to be the 2025-2026 student member of the Anne Arundel County Board of Education (SMOB).
For complete information, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2184167.
On the menu for this week’s Thursday Thoughts with Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell, students and families get a chance to taste-test potential new school lunch options #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://youtu.be/HtUccEksOFs
Congratulations to Manor View Elementary School and Pershing Hill Elementary School, which were honored by the Maryland State Department of Education for earning a Purple Star Award for their support of military-connected students! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
Families who wish to apply for their student to attend Anne Arundel County Public Schools’ prekindergarten program in the 2025-2026 school year may do so online beginning on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. To help ensure equitable access for all families, the registration link will be available at www.aacps.org/earlychildhood beginning at 5 p.m.
For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2177562.
On Saturday, approximately about 1,000 community members turned out to see STEM education on full display at the annual Robotics Expo at Crofton High School. This is just one more way we are helping students #BelongGrowSucceed! #AACPSFamily
When it comes to supporting and addressing the needs of students whose parents or guardians serve in the United States Armed Forces, Anne Arundel County Public Schools is once again at the forefront.
A year after three schools were designated Purple Star Schools, two more – Manor View Elementary School and Pershing Hill Elementary School – have earned the honor, the Maryland State Department of Education announced today.
For more details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2174543.
What an awesome display of #MeadeStrong spirit at yesterday's spring cluster event at Meade High School! Thanks to all who came out to see students at all schools showcase their talents and accomplishments. Thanks as well to Col. Gore and the Fort Meade personnel who support our schools. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
What does it look like in the seconds after you're named Teacher of the Year? About like this. Congratulations to Jacqueline Sanderson! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
Jacqueline Sanderson, an English Language Development teacher at Belle Grove Elementary School, tonight was named the 2025 Anne Arundel County Public Schools Teacher of the Year. The announcement came before a record crowd of more than 700 people at the culmination of the 39th annual Excellence in Education Awards held at the Live! Event Center at Arundel Mills.
For more details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2171700.
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Citing a commitment to transparency and enhancing relationships with stakeholders through a variety of avenues, the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) has named Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell as its 2025 winner of the Bob Grossman Leadership in School Communications Award. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://www.aacps.org/article/2170426
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses finishing the school year strong in all facets. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://youtu.be/VwJ0pOp-CVA
