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. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #EiE2025

🌟🎉 Join Us at the North County Community Fair! 🎉🌟 Hey Families! Get ready for a day full of fun, food, and fantastic activities at the North County Community Fair! From delicious cotton candy and popcorn to exciting games and activities, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on the chance to win amazing prizes. **Event Highlights:** - **Delicious Treats:** Cotton candy, popcorn, and food trucks with meals for the first 300 community members! - **Exciting Activities:** Henna, face painting, balloon twisting, gaming truck, karaoke, line dancing, and even a chance to drive a firetruck! - **Teen Career Fair:** Meet employers and explore career opportunities! - **College Coaches Workshop:** Get tips on playing in college! - **Emergency Management and Disaster Training:** Learn valuable skills! - **Youth Leadership Training:** Empower the next generation! - **Raffle Prizes:** Win a Michael Kors bookbag or a bicycle! **Date:** Saturday, May 3rd **Time:** 10 AM - 2 PM **Location:** North County High School Bring your loved ones for an unforgettable day of community joy and fun! 🌈✨ See you there!

The next Pathway to Pre-K events are scheduled for April 28th and 30th! Join us for information about school readiness and how to complete a prekindergarten application. April 28, 2025, 12:00-1:00 pm at Edgewater Library. April 28, 2025, 5:30-6:30 pm at Marley Middle School. April 30, 2025, 11:30 AM-12:30 pm at Severn Library. No registration required.

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

School Lunch Hero Day is just one week away! Celebrate our School Lunch Heroes with us Next Friday! #SchoolLunchHeroDay May 2, 2025

We love our Volunteers. Thank you! #BelongGrowSucceed

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

Our School Lunch Hero Teams are Super! Celebrate them with us Next Friday for School Lunch Hero Day! #SchoolLunchHeroDay May 2, 2025

Join us for Munchy Mondays Family Cooking Party! 📅 Date: Monday, May 5th 🕔 Time: 5:00 PM 📍 Location: Park Elementary School Hosted by Healthy Little Cooks Bring your family and enjoy a fun-filled evening of cooking and learning! Here's what you can look forward to: 🍴 Cook with your family and bond over delicious recipes. 🥗 Learn new healthy recipes that everyone will love. 🍲 Prepare a 3-course meal with all ingredients and supplies provided. 📚 Get family nutrition tips to keep everyone healthy and happy. Spaces are limited, so make sure to RSVP! Register here: shorturl.at/M36mC Don't miss out on this exciting event!

Share a story about your favorite volunteer! Volunteer Appreciation Week #BelongGrowSucceed

We are so proud of our amazing School Lunch Heroes Celebrate them with us Next Friday for School Lunch Hero Day! #SchoolLunchHeroDay May 2, 2025

Celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Week! We love our Volunteers #BelongGrowSucceed

To all of our Administrative Professionals... You're Amazing! Thank you for everything! #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay

Reminder: 1st Grade Field Trip Tomorrow! Dear Parents, We are excited to inform you that the 1st grade will be going on a field trip to the Catoctin Creek Nature Center tomorrow to learn about living cycles. Please ensure your child dresses appropriately for the weather and wears safe shoes, as they will be hiking and spending time outside for lunch. Thank you for your cooperation!

AACPS has so many amazing School Lunch Hero teams. Celebrate them with us Next Friday for School Lunch Hero Day! #SchoolLunchHeroDay May 2, 2025

A BIG thank you to all of our Volunteers! Volunteer Appreciation Week #BelongGrowSucceed

Happy Earth Day! #earthday #happyearthday

School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! Thank you to our Amazing School Bus Drivers! #BelongGrowSucceed

We love our School Lunch Heroes! Celebrate them with us Next Friday for School Lunch Hero Day! #SchoolLunchHeroDay May 2, 2025

Celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Week! We love our Volunteers #BelongGrowSucceed