Anne Arundel County Public Schools has a free mobile app that makes staying informed easier than ever before. In the 2026-27 school year, routine announcements about school system events and operations will be disseminated primarily through the mobile app, the news section of the AACPS website, and through messaging to families (not through social media). Emergency notifications will continue to be featured in the alerts banner at the top off the AACPS website on social media pages. To ensure receipt of the latest updates and information, families should download the app and follow their student's school(s).Download the app in the App Store or on Google Play today!
Let's fill a school bus with school supplies!
For the last several years, the AACPS community has been very generous by stuffing a school bus with donations of school supplies for students. This year, we’re doing it again!
Thursday, August 20
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Old Mill Middle School South, 430 Old Mill Road, Millersville
Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell, Board members, district leaders and Education Foundation members will be there, and OMMS will be hosting its annual block party at the same time. Bring your school supply donations and join us!
For the last several years, the AACPS community has been very generous by stuffing a school bus with donations of school supplies for students. This year, we’re doing it again!
Thursday, August 20
3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Old Mill Middle School South, 430 Old Mill Road, Millersville
Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell, Board members, district leaders and Education Foundation members will be there, and OMMS will be hosting its annual block party at the same time. Bring your school supply donations and join us!
Bus routes and schedules for the 2026-2027 school year are now available online. For complete information, go to www.aacps.org/buses. Information may change prior to the start of the school year as routes are adjusted, so please check back periodically. Questions should be directed to the Transportation Division.
Are you unsure about whether your student is eligible for bus transportation in the upcoming school year? Anne Arundel County Schools’ Transportation Eligibility Tool can give you the answers you need. Just to go www.aacps.org/transportationeligibility and enter your address. Specific bus schedules will be posted online no later than Wednesday, August 12.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
The heat of summer makes outdoor water activities enticing for children and adults alike. Following these simple tips from our partners at the Maryland Department of Natural Resources can increase enjoyment and prevent tragedy.
REMINDER: AACPS’ Summer Meals Program continues to operate mobile meal delivery to 19 community sites despite the extreme heat advisory. Those sites are:
• North County: Heritage Hills, Pumphrey Center, Willows Apartments.
• West County: Pioneer City, Meade Village, Spring Meadows, Still Meadows.
• Annapolis: Admiral Farragut, Annapolis Gardens, Bywater, Congregation Kneseth Israel, Hilltop Village, Woodside Gardens.
• South County (all sites designated as rural): Boones Mobile Estates, Lyons Creek Estates, Maryland Manor.
• Lothian (all sites designated as rural): Rio Vista, Patuxent Mobile, Wayson Woods.
Complete info: www.aacps.org/summermeals
• North County: Heritage Hills, Pumphrey Center, Willows Apartments.
• West County: Pioneer City, Meade Village, Spring Meadows, Still Meadows.
• Annapolis: Admiral Farragut, Annapolis Gardens, Bywater, Congregation Kneseth Israel, Hilltop Village, Woodside Gardens.
• South County (all sites designated as rural): Boones Mobile Estates, Lyons Creek Estates, Maryland Manor.
• Lothian (all sites designated as rural): Rio Vista, Patuxent Mobile, Wayson Woods.
Complete info: www.aacps.org/summermeals
Hello Park Families,
Join us TODAY at 5:30PM for the final Wellness Wednesday!:
💃 Dance Activites
🍽️ Food from Chef Sam
🎲 My Gym Games
🍧Frozen Treats (NOT Kona Ice)
Tomorrow, Thursday June 18th, is our last Tiger Clubs ! We will be at the library at 10:15AM with My Gym.
We hope to see you there!
Warmly,
Becky Ahrons
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell marks the start of summer vacation next week and expresses his gratitude to the staff and families who helped students belong, grow, and succeed this school year. #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/P-DSc74ZmcQ
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/B2mXcc1bZQU
Hello Park families,
Good morning and happy Friday! Tiger Cub Friday is canceled today (6/5). We will see all of our little tigers next Friday for music (6/10).
Warmly,
Becky Ahrons
Good morning and happy Friday! Tiger Cub Friday is canceled today (6/5). We will see all of our little tigers next Friday for music (6/10).
Warmly,
Becky Ahrons
Hello Park families,
Happy Thursday!
Please see below for important updates and reminders for the remainder of the week.
Friday:
Tomorrow, 6/5, is Tiger Cubs at Brooklyn Park Library beginning at 10:15AM. This week is art with Laura!
Saturday:
Fall Soccer Club Trip (by invitation only)
Sunday:
Baysox Baseball Game ~ June 7th @ 1:05 PM (alternate date for May 22)
We still have tickets available, please stop by the office to pick up from Clare. Tickets will be dated Friday, May 22. Please the ticket to the gate and it will be exchanged for the June 7th game. Transportation will not be provided for this game.
Fingerprint Vouchers:
Park Elementary has fingerprint vouchers available while supplies last. Please contact Becky Ahrons or Amanda Polanco if you would like one. Thank you!
Warmly.
Becky Ahrons
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell reflects on graduation season and celebrates the accomplishments of the Class of 2026. 🎓 #BelongGrowSucceed
- English: https://youtu.be/rwXLFEnibEY
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MaE-IqC_xU8
- English: https://youtu.be/rwXLFEnibEY
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MaE-IqC_xU8
🔗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!
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
- English: https://youtu.be/E65_9Vs3Tas
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/WWJm5_tP5FA
Hello Park Community!
As of 3:15PM the Baysox Game is still scheduled to start at 7:05PM tonight. We have been told that they will not call the game until approximately one hour prior. If you cannot attend tonight, your ticket can be used for the Sunday, June 7th game. If you have any questions please text or call 443-458-8284 (me - Becky Ahrons).
Thank you!
Becky Ahrons
Community School Program Manager
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
- English: https://youtu.be/8H4P-4cQbaw
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/D4EJWS8MG7w
Hello Park Community,
Please see this week's events, it is action packed! As a friendly reminder, clubs have concluded for the year, with the exception of Basketball Mentoring on Mondays/Wednesdays and Together We Rise Mentoring on Tuesdays. and Ms. Kirby's Book Club on Wednesdays. These groups will continue through the end of May.
Monday, 5/18 (today):
Basketball Mentoring
Tuesday, 5/19:
Together We Rise Mentoring
Wednesday, 5/20:
Basketball Mentoring
Mrs. Kirby's Book Club
Chesapeake Baysox Tickets Sent Home
Wednesday, 5/20 (continued!):
3PM - Kindergarten Orientation
4PM - PreK & Kinder Bedtime Program
4:30PM - Family End of Year Input
5:30PM - Wellness Wednesday Dancing
Thursday, 5/21:
PreK/Kindergarten - School Closed for Conferences
Park Spring Concert
Friday, 5/22:
PreK/Kindergarten - School Closed for Conferences
Baysox Game Night
Monday, 5/25:
Park Elementary Closed, Memorial Day
We look forward to seeing you this week!
Becky Ahrons, Community School Program Manager
Hello Park Community,
Please see this week's events, it is action packed! As a friendly reminder, clubs have concluded for the year, with the exception of Basketball Mentoring on Mondays/Wednesdays and Together We Rise Mentoring on Tuesdays. and Ms. Kirby's Book Club on Wednesdays. These groups will continue through the end of May.
Monday, 5/18 (today):
Basketball Mentoring
Tuesday, 5/19:
Together We Rise Mentoring
Wednesday, 5/20:
Basketball Mentoring
Mrs. Kirby's Book Club
Chesapeake Baysox Tickets Sent Home
Wednesday, 5/20 (continued!):
3PM - Kindergarten Orientation
4PM - PreK & Kinder Bedtime Program
4:30PM - Family End of Year Input
5:30PM - Wellness Wednesday Dancing
Thursday, 5/21:
PreK/Kindergarten - School Closed for Conferences
Park Spring Concert
Friday, 5/22:
PreK/Kindergarten - School Closed for Conferences
Baysox Game Night
Monday, 5/25:
Park Elementary Closed, Memorial Day
We look forward to seeing you this week!
Becky Ahrons, Community School Program Manager
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
- English: https://youtu.be/9Fk9H77F-8o
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/K8FdKZKknDI
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
- English: https://youtu.be/_KKe23mW0d8
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/EWXKZ5SUY_8
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.
For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2874675.
