Anne Arundel County Public Schools is monitoring the weather forecast for potential inclement weather Sunday into Monday. As a reminder, our school district has used all three of the inclement weather days built into the calendar. Should another inclement weather day be needed on Monday or any other future day, it is our intention to switch to virtual learning instructional schedules. This would avoid adding a day to the end of the school year.

Students are being reminded today to take their assigned devices home with them and keep them charged through the weekend.

Virtual learning schedules, which have been updated since the last storm, can be found at www.aacps.org/studentschedules.

about 13 hours ago, AACPS
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Message from our PTA: After careful consideration, we have made the decision to cancel the upcoming 5th Grade Spaghetti Dinner. Unfortunately, ticket sales and overall engagement did not reach a level that would allow the event to be successful. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our 5th grade class!
about 17 hours ago, Megan Stower
Photo of a bowl of spaghetti saying "Thank You"
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell reflects on his experience at the Cool Schools Plunge!

- English: https://youtu.be/l3xLkufytPU
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/6YNMfGBupRg
2 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - February 19, 2026

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County tonight unanimously voted to reappoint Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell to a second four-year term leading the fourth largest school district in Maryland.

For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2716521.

#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory

2 days ago, AACPS
Dr. Bedell with two students
Three 11th-grade students have been named finalists for the 2026–27 Student Member on the Board of Education of Anne Arundel County, the Chesapeake Regional Association of Student Councils (CRASC) announced on its Instagram page (@CRASC_Online) today.

To see the list of finalists, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2716273.

#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
2 days ago, AACPS
SMOB Finalists 2026-27
Would you like 30 minutes of fun, energy, and feel‑good movement twice a week, right from the comfort of your own home! Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for FREE virtual fitness sessions designed to boost both your body and your mind. It’s quick, it’s convenient, and it’s a perfect way to strengthen healthy habits together as a family! Grab your water bottle, scan the QRCode, and let’s make wellness a priority—together!
2 days ago, Megan Stower
Spanish and English Flyer for Life of Gains Fitness classes
The Board of Education is now accepting applications for the 2026 Military Service Award in honor of Candace C.W. Antwine, an initiative designed to provide assistance to Anne Arundel County Public Schools students who enlist in the military after graduation.

The monetary awards are given each spring in honor of Ms. Antwine, a Navy veteran who served on the Board of Education from 2018 until her death in 2021, to AACPS students who have made a similar commitment by enlisting to serve in the United States military upon graduation. They assist awardees with initial expenses related to enlisting, including uniforms and basic training supplies, and aim to remove financial barriers to military service.

Applications for this year’s award can be found online at www.aacps.org/serviceaward. The deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. on April 17, 202
2 days ago, AACPS
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Celebrating 100 days of Kindergarten fun with some old timers! We love seeing the creativity as we #BelongGrowSucceed
3 days ago, Megan Stower
Students dressed up like two old men with gray hair and hats
Ms. Angstadt always goes above and beyond to support the students and families at QES! Her expertise with supporting academics and behavior is top notch! Thank you for all that you do!
4 days ago, Megan Stower
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The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will discuss and is scheduled to vote on adoption of its Fiscal Year 2027 operating and capital budget requests at its next meeting, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Also at Wednesday’s meeting, the Board is scheduled to vote on the reappointment of Dr. Bedell to a second four-year term as Superintendent.

For more information on the meeting, go to the AACPS news release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2707435.
8 days ago, AACPS
Board of Education Members
All students in school groups and afterschool clubs will have their photos taken for the yearbook today! Be sure your student is in their uniform and looking their best if they will be participating! Say cheese!
9 days ago, Megan Stower
Students in safety club uniforms posing in the hallway
Students in chorus uniforms posing for photos
Girls on the run club group
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell addresses firearm safety. #BelongGrowSucceed

English: https://youtu.be/dclsqM69-mc
Spanish: https://youtu.be/IQZPBiVtS8E
9 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- February 12, 2026
Collaboration between homeroom teachers and special educators is the key to success for all students at QES. Instead of avoidance or frustration, students experience success and celebration! Shout out to all of our staff for planning and executing differentiated instruction to meet students where they are!
10 days ago, Megan Stower
Teacher conducting small group instruction
Today our students explored ways to put kindness into action by participating
in the Be Kind Challenge! We sure do love Unity Day at QES! Have you been kind to someone today? #UnityDay #BelongGrowSucceed
11 days ago, Megan Stower
Students on carpet, wearing orange and facing a white board lesson
Four students standing and wearing orange, smiling
Three students standing and smiling, wearing orange.
Students walking in the street to get to school? Absolutely not on Ms. Marshall’s and Ms. Brewer’s watch! These two went above and beyond to ensure the safety of our young learners in the neigghborhood outside of the school grounds! What a great example of steadfast dedication!
12 days ago, Megan Stower
Ms. Marshall with shovel
Ms. Brewer deep in a pile of snow

The AACPS Division of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Services and Partners for Success presents a webinar on Seasons of Change: Preparing for changes in educational levels from birth - age 21. Come learn about transitions within your child's educational levels, from early intervention through elementary, middle, high, and beyond. Join experts from each level as they share information and insights into the educational journey. 📅Thursday, February 19, 2026, ⏰12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Register at https://forms.gle/fTfB6oQfpHRvrDWx6

15 days ago, AACPS
Partners for Success Presents Seasons of Change - Preparing for changes in Education Levels from Birth -Age 21 Virtual event February 19, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has approved a negotiated agreement for the current fiscal year with the Association of Educational Leaders (AEL) that provides cost-of-living increases and salary scale adjustments for members of the bargaining unit. For details, go to the AACPS News release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2685024.

15 days ago, AACPS
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On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell focuses on graduation requirements. #BelongGrowSucceed

English: https://youtu.be/ZHWRMguOkTA
Spanish: https://youtu.be/AEZp35eLsq8
16 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- February 5, 2026

Join us for the third session of You Belong Here! Family Forum: Let's Talk Bullying! 📅 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 ⏰ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 📍Annapolis Middle School. Activities for adults and students of all ages + strategies to address bullying. Register at https://forms.gle/LYoXFFfnz1rh1aBW7

17 days ago, AACPS
Join us for the third session of You Belong Here! Family Forum: Let's Talk Bullying! 📅 Tuesday, February 10,  2026 ⏰ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm  📍Annapolis Middle School. Activities for adults and students of all ages + strategies to address bullying. Register at https://forms.gle/LYoXFFfnz1rh1aBW7
Únase a nosotros para la tercera sesión de ¡Usted pertenece aquí! Foro familiar: Hablemos del acoso, martes, 10 de febrero, 5:30pm - 7:30pm en Annapolis MS. ¡Actividades para adultos y estudiantes de todas las edades + estrategias para afrontar el acoso!  Inscríbanse en https://forms.gle/LYoXFFfnz1rh1aBW7

Five high school students from across Anne Arundel County have advanced as semifinalists in the 2026-2027 Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB) selection process. To learn more about the semifinalists, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2679174. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory

17 days ago, AACPS
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