We are excited to introduce our Digital Parent Academy, a growing resource designed to support you in navigating school life and helping your child succeed.

So far, two of our amazing staff members have stepped up to share their expertise:

Ms. Dennison, School Counselor, offering advice on student well-being and academic success.

Ms. Nambiar, Bilingual Facilitator, providing tips for multilingual families and communication strategies. (In Spanish)

You can access these helpful videos anytime through the school year via this YouTube playlist:

👉 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtfY8s7rbpdDZ_ZyED3Jqa2ZF_KTdYdcK

This is just the beginning! We plan to add more videos throughout the year to cover topics that matter most to you.

If you have suggestions for future topics or questions you would like answered, please let us know—we would love your input! Email: pharrell-carter@aacps.org

Thank you for partnering with us to support our students and community.
about 11 hours ago, Megan Stower
Snapshot of the Digital Parent Academy webpage
3 p.m., 11/13/25: I-97 southbound is closed at New Cut Road due to an accident. This will cause significant delays in bus transportation for some students being transported home from schools today. All buses will make all stops, but may be delayed in getting to those stops.
4 days ago, AACPS
Important notice artwork
School Psychologist week may have ended, but we continue to value and appreciate everything that Mrs. Shaver does to support our school community. QES is blessed to have you as part of the team! #BelongGrowSucceed #Mentalhealthmatters #SchoolPsychologist
4 days ago, Megan Stower
Photo of Mrs. Shaver, School Psychologist

Today we launched a new mentoring initiative in partnership with Severn Run High School called SRQ Connect! This program brings together student-athletes from Severn Run and students from Quarterfield to build meaningful connections through physical activity, mentorship, and social-emotional learning!

During physical education classes and recess—times when students often face challenges with behavior and peer interactions—SRQ Connect mentors will support our younger learners by modeling positive behaviors, encouraging teamwork, and helping students navigate competitive situations with empathy and resilience.

The high school mentors will serve as role models, demonstrating how to participate actively, resolve conflicts respectfully, and have fun while staying emotionally regulated. This initiative is designed to strengthen our students’ social-emotional skills and create a more inclusive and supportive environment during high-energy parts of the day.   Our goal is to do this at least once per month.  

Please join us in welcoming the SRQ Connect mentors and supporting this exciting collaboration between our schools!  Special Shout Out to Coach Allen Haley for his willingness to connect for community sake.  

4 days ago, Megan Stower
Photo of Severn Run Student athletes
Five exceptional principals have been named finalists for the 2025–2026 AACPS Principal of the Year Award, also known as the George Arlotto Leadership Award, recognizing their outstanding leadership and dedication to students, staff, and families.

🔗 Meet the finalists and learn more about this prestigious honor: https://www.aacps.org/article/2544752
5 days ago, AACPS
Principal of the Year Honorees
QES admins are the BEST admins ever!!! Arranging a midday puppy meet and greet to destress and reset was the best surprise ever! Thank you Mr. Haslun and Mrs. Levy for always finding special ways to help us feel appreciated! #BelongGrowSucceed
5 days ago, Megan Stower
A black puppy giving a teacher a kiss on the nose.
Ms. Dawn holding a black and white puppy, petting its head
Ms. Dunleavy sitting in a pen with 4 black and white puppies

Virtual Parent Teacher Conferences coming November 24 & 25! Click your teacher's link below to reserve a spot!


ECSE

Ms. Johnston               


PreK

Ms. Matesic

Mrs. Muir


Kindergarten                                  

Mrs. Cordua

Ms. McKeldin

Ms. Hinton

Ms. McDaniel

 


1st Grade                                         

Mrs. Lutz

Mrs. Aaron

 Mrs. DeBerry

Mrs. Bell (Covering Mrs. Mulford)



2nd Grade                                       

Ms. Dunleavy Ms. Dunleavy

Mrs. Weslow  Mrs. Weslow

Mrs. Flack Mrs. Flack

Ms. Sipple Ms. Sipple

 


3rd Grade                                        

Mrs. Barnette

Ms. Duke

Mrs. Lipsey (Moskowitz)

Mrs. Guzman


 

4th Grade                                        

Ms. Marshall

Mr. Cooper

Mrs. Wyckoff

Mrs. Ritchie

 


5th Grade                                        

Mr. Perkins

Mrs. Shaffer

Mrs. Gramil

Mrs. Hamilton

7 days ago, Megan Stower
Clip art showing a virtual meeting on a computer- much like a Zoom meeting

It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-11-7-25. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed

10 days ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools
It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-11-7-25. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
¡Es viernes de la Academia Familiar! Consulte el boletín de la Academia Familiar en https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-11-7-25. ¡Visite la Academia Familiar en cualquier momento en www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamilia #PertenecerCrecerTriunfar

Sending a HUGE shout-out to Mrs. Nikki and Mrs. D for starting the "Teacher Spotlight" program. In conjunction with our Sunshine Committee, they worked to create a weekly program that allow staff to nominate their coworkers for the great things they do. This helps build a positive working environment where staff are appreciated, honored, recognized for a job well done. As we continue to celebrate each other, we hope that Mrs. Nikki and Mrs. D know that they are truly appreciated for the work they have done to build staff morale! You truly capture the heart of AACPS and help everyone #BelongGrowSucceed

10 days ago, Megan Stower
Photo of Mrs. Nikki
Photo of Mrs. Marcia
Tomorrow, Friday, November 7th, is Flannel and Fall Color out of uniform day! Donate $1 to the PTA to participate! We look forward to seeing your cozy colors!
11 days ago, Megan Stower
Students playing in leaves
The Board of Education today eliminated all but one of the six Phase 2 redistricting plans that had been under consideration and created a single amended plan to move forward to public hearings beginning next week.

For details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2532059 .
12 days ago, AACPS
Redistricting Phase 2 update

We’re excited to share that we received a $2000 Spark Good local grant from our local Walmart! This grant will help provide our Pre-K and ECSE students with a free field trip to the farm! We are proud to spark good in our community! Thank you Mrs. Muir for coordinating this exciting opportunity! #SparkGood #BelongGrowSucceed

12 days ago, Megan Stower
Prek students holding up a sign that reads "Thank you Walmart"
Picture of Ms. Muir that help apply and earn the Walmart grant.

The number of Anne Arundel County Public Schools to earn five stars on the Maryland Report Card rose 36 percent in the 2024-25 school year compared to the previous year, with an AACPS record 15 schools now holding the state’s highest rating, according to data released by the Maryland State Department of Education today.
For complete details, go to the AACPS News Release page.

13 days ago, AACPS
Maryland Report Card page screenshot
Our qaurterly PBIS celebration was a smashing success as students celebrated with an electric dance party featuring Taylor Swift! Thank you to Ms. Dennison and the PBIS team for coordinating this special event to celebrate student success. #BelongGrowSucceed
13 days ago, Megan Stower
Students posing with Taylor Swiift look alike at dance party.
PBIS Banner- showing recognitition for  positive behavior interventions used in schools

Are you looking to make a difference in our comunity? Would you like to volunteer your time to help students build important reading skills? Join us for an information session on November 13th., 2025 or fill out an application at our www.stairannapolis.org/volunteer to get started today!

14 days ago, Megan Stower
Stair volunteer program
Volunteer tutor session information

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has changed the time of the closed session it will hold on Monday, November 3, 2025, and will now meet prior to its scheduled public hearing on the Phase 2 redistricting process.
For details, go to the AACPS news release page.

16 days ago, AACPS
Board of Education Members

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will have further discussions about the six Phase 2 redistricting proposals currently under consideration at its next regular business meeting, scheduled for noon on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

At the meeting, the Board will also:
• consider approval of a new middle school course – Integrated Computational Thinking – and three new high school courses – Forensic Science 2, Advanced Placement Cybersecurity, and Advanced Placement Business Education With Personal Finance.
• conduct the first of three readings on revisions to the Policy IIC, Graduation Requirements and the accompanying regulation. The revisions would reduce the number of credits needed for graduation from 26 to 22.5, still higher than the state minimum, by requiring fewer elective credits.

More details can be found on the AACPS news release page.

17 days ago, AACPS
Board of Education Members
Join us for our annual Vocabulary Parade tomorrow at 8:30 AM! Parents will park their cars and remain outside to view the parade. We look forward to joining us on our literary adventure!
18 days ago, Megan Stower
Students dressed in Halloween Costumes

In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell shares how the AACPS wellness program is supporting the well-being of our students, staff, and community.  #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #AACPSWellness

English https://youtu.be/O-9BGyn1mCw
Spanish https://youtu.be/d_rbWdTLkNE

18 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- October 30, 2026

In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell shares how the AACPS wellness program is supporting the well-being of our students, staff, and community.  #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #AACPSWellness

English https://youtu.be/O-9BGyn1mCw
Spanish https://youtu.be/d_rbWdTLkNE

18 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- October 30, 2026