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📣39th Harvest for the Hungry: Kids Helping Kids Fundraising Campaign, October 1-31, 2026
AACPS & AA County Food Bank partner to hold the largest annual fundraiser for the food bank! 100% of proceeds benefit the AA County Food Bank
Donate online at aacps.org/harvest or bring in canned/dried goods to your school
about 14 hours ago, AACPS
A flyer with text and a blue crab. The text reads: Harvest for the Hungry, Oct. 1-31, 2026.
A graphic highlights the importance of the Harvest for the Hungry event, stating that over 72,000 families depend on Anne Arundel County Food Bank.
An infographic offers donation options. Text reads "Harvest for the Hungry" and lists items. Tip suggests donating foods you love.
Cartel promocional en español para una campaña de donación de alimentos titulada “Cosecha para Compartir”, que se llevará a cabo del 1 al 31 de octubre de 2026. El diseño incluye ilustraciones de latas de alimentos, maíz y dos cangrejos azules sosteniendo un letrero que dice “Niños Ayudando a Niños”. El cartel utiliza principalmente los colores azul, verde, amarillo y blanco.
Infografía sobre la campaña Cosecha para Compartir. Indica que más de 72,000 familias cuentan con el apoyo del Banco de Alimentos del Condado de Anne Arundel. Señala que Cosecha para Compartir es la mayor recaudación anual de fondos para el banco de alimentos y que el 100 % de los fondos recaudados se destina al Banco de Alimentos del Condado de Anne Arundel. El diseño incluye ilustraciones de un cangrejo azul y latas de alimentos, con elementos decorativos en azul, verde y amarillo.
Infografía titulada “Cómo ayudar” que explica cómo apoyar la campaña Cosecha para Compartir. Incluye un enlace para hacer donaciones en línea: aacps.org/harvest. También invita a donar alimentos a la escuela, específicamente productos almacenables y alimentos secos o en lata, y señala que no se deben llevar envases de vidrio. Un consejo recomienda donar alimentos que a la familia le guste comer en casa. Un recuadro informa que las donaciones monetarias ayudan a comprar exactamente lo que necesitan las comunidades. La parte inferior muestra una caja de donaciones de Cosecha para Compartir rodeada de latas de alimentos y un cangrejo azul.
Reminder: Tomorrow is out of uniform day! Donate $1 to the PTA and come to school out of uniform!
about 10 hours ago, Megan Stower
Pink poster with text and dates for "Out of Uniform" event. Dates include October 2, November 6, and December 4.
📚 STAIR Program Starts Today! 🎉

A friendly reminder that the STAIR after-school program begins today! If your student is enrolled, please remember that pick-up is promptly at 3:45 PM in the front of the building.

We’re excited for a great start to the semester and look forward to seeing our Quarterhorses soar! 💛🐴

For more information on STAIR and its program, visit the STAIR Annapolis website at https://stairannapolis.org/

about 14 hours ago, Megan Stower
A classroom with children sitting around a table. A teacher stands behind them. A monitor is on the wall.
Four children seated at tables, engaged in a hands-on activity with green tiles. One child is bending over a table.

📚 Parent Portal Reminder! 💻

Parents and guardians, please be sure to check your child’s red Wednesday folder for important information about creating your Parent Portal account. The Parent Portal is a helpful way to stay connected and access important information about your child’s school experience. Be sure to look for the instructions in this week’s folder and take a few minutes to get your account set up!

There will also be emergency card information for those who have not yet completed it for the 2026-2027 school year.

Thank you for staying connected and engaged in your child’s education!

1 day ago, Megan Stower
A red folder labeled "Wednesday Folder Reminder" with "Teachers, Parents, Communicator" in gold text. White background with black polka dots.
🎓 QES IS AVID READY! 🎓

Get ready to show your college and career spirit, Quarterhorses! 🐴 This Wednesday, September 30th, QES students are invited to celebrate AVID College & Career Spirit Day!

🎓 Wear your favorite college gear—shirts, sweatshirts, hats, or school colors!
💼 Or show off your career spirit by wearing something that represents a job you might like to have one day!

Whether you're dreaming about your future college or your future career, Wednesday is the day to dress for your dreams! 🌟

We can't wait to see our Quarterhorses showing off their college and career goals!

#QESQuarterhorses #AVIDReady #AVID #CollegeAndCareerReady #SpiritDay #DreamBig
2 days ago, Megan Stower
Poster with bold text reading "SPIRIT DAY". Two t-shirts shown. One red with text "MARYLAND THERAPISTS" and one white with a logo.
Poster with "Ques is Avid Ready!" and "Dia del Espiritu!" features a person and two white T-shirts, one with red writing.
🌎🎉 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at QES! 🎉🌎

As Hispanic Heritage Month comes to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of the wonderful QES families who participated and helped us celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of the Hispanic and Latino community! ❤️

A very special thank you to Mrs. Carter, Mrs. Darling, and Mrs. Nambiar for their time, creativity, and dedication in helping make our celebration so meaningful for our students and families.

We are so grateful for everyone who helped bring our community together to learn, celebrate, and share! 💛🐴

#HispanicHeritageMonth #QESQuarterhorses #QESCommunity #BetterTogether
2 days ago, Megan Stower
Collage of people in various settings during Hispanic Heritage Month, with colorful borders and decorative elements.
💛 THANK YOU, QES! 💛

As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we want to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to our entire QES community for helping us GO GOLD and show support for children and families impacted by childhood cancer.

From wearing gold to spreading awareness and showing kindness, compassion, and encouragement, our Quarterhorses came together in a BIG way. 🎗️💛

A special thank you to Ailani and her family for allowing our QES community to be part of their story and for helping us shine a light on this important cause.

Although September is coming to an end, our support doesn’t stop here. We continue to stand with every child and family affected by childhood cancer. 💛

Together, Quarterhorses make a difference! 🐴🎗️

#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGold #QESQuarterhorses #QuarterfieldElementary #StrongerTogether
3 days ago, Megan Stower
Hallway with white walls. A banner says "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" with a heart symbol.
Photo of student wearing gold for childhood cancer awareness
Photo of childhood cancer awareness

🌟 Staff Spotlight of the Week: Mr. Dorman! 🌟

Have you experienced the high energy and impactful support from Mr. Dorman? He is a ROCKSTAR throughout the building, doing his best to meet the needs of students and staff alike!
We’re very fortunate to have him back at QES! 💙

Please join us in giving Mr. Dorman a well-deserved shout-out! 🎉👏

4 days ago, Megan Stower
A poster with a picture of a man standing beside lockers, celebrating him as a dedicated staff member at a school.

Good Morning QES! We are looking forward to a GREAT day! Its FRIDAY!!

7 days ago, Megan Stower
A building with a parking lot in front. A car is parked. A sunset sky with clouds.
🍕 Take the night off from cooking and support QES! 🍕

Join us at Ledo Pizza in Millersville for a delicious meal while giving back to Quarterfield Elementary! Whether you dine in or carry out, be sure to mention Quarterfield Elementary when you order.

Every order helps support our QES community! ❤️🐴

Dinner + no cooking + supporting QES = a win-win!
8 days ago, Megan Stower
Poster for Ledo Pizza Night with a pizza slice, stars, and a slice of pizza. Date: Sept 24, time: 11 AM to 9 PM.
A huge thank you to all of the wonderful chaperones who volunteered their time to join our kindergarten students on the Trees Are Terrific field trip! 🌳

Your time, energy, and support helped make this special learning experience possible and, most importantly, helped our students have a fun, safe, and memorable day. We truly appreciate you being there to cheer them on, lend a helping hand, and make the adventure even more terrific!

Thank you for supporting our students and our school community!
8 days ago, Megan Stower
Children watering a sapling and holding shovels. A cat is nearby. Text reads, "Thank You Kindergarten Chaperones!"
💛🎗️ Did you catch our very own Quarterhorse, Ailani, on WBAL last week? 💛

Join us in celebrating Childhood Cancer Awareness and showing our support for Ailani and all the brave children and families fighting childhood cancer. Help us spread the word and shine a light on this important cause! 🌟💛🎗️

#ChildhoodCancerAwareness #GoGold #QESQuarterhorses

Check out the story here:

https://www.wbaltv.com/article/quarterfield-elementary-10-year-old-childhood-cancer-awareness/73745339
10 days ago, Megan Stower
A girl with a yellow headband sits in a classroom, facing the camera. Behind her are school desks and shelves.
🌟 Staff Spotlight of the Week: Ms .Dixon! 🌟

Providing special education support, filling in for classroom teachers, and hosting an after-school program are just a few ways that Ms. Dixon helps support our school. She does it all with extreme patience and positivity. We appreciate her deeply! 💙

Please join us in giving Ms. Dixon a well-deserved shout-out! 🎉👏
11 days ago, Megan Stower
A staff spotlight poster features a photo of Ms. Dixon, wearing a red T-shirt. Text highlights her contributions, including special education support and after-school programs.
🌟 Have you visited our Community School website? 🌟

Our website is packed with resources, upcoming events, helpful information, and updates to help our QES community stay connected and engaged throughout the school year!

👀 Take a peek and see what’s happening:
https://sites.google.com/aacps.org/communityagain/home

Together, let’s continue supporting our Community School mission of Collaboration + Capacity + Connection + Creativity throughout the 2026–2027 school year! 💙
14 days ago, Megan Stower
A group of people in red T-shirts celebrate with raised arms and trophies in front of a blurred background.
As we continue to celebrate Community Schools Coordinator Week, we would like to celebrate Mrs. Carter and the work she does to connect the community to valuable resources and events around Anne Arundel County! Be sure to check out the upcoming AACPS Mentorship Day of Empowerment Conference at our feeder school, Seven Run High! Registration details on attached flyer!

📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
📍 Severn Run High School
15 days ago, Megan Stower
Advertisement poster for a conference titled "Join Us for a Day of Empowerment" on September 26, 2026.
Did you know? 📁 Wednesdays are Red Folder Days at QES! ❤️

Every Wednesday, your child will bring home their red communication folder filled with important information and updates from QES, our PTA, Community School Manager, and Health Room.

Be sure to check your child’s backpack each Wednesday so you don’t miss important announcements, events, resources, and ways to stay connected with our QES community! 🐴❤️
15 days ago, Megan Stower
A red folder with "Wednesday Folder Reminder" written in black. The folder is surrounded by a black-and-white polka dot border.

🍂 Join Us Tonight for Our Fall PTA Membership Meeting! 🍂

We’d love to see you tonight, September 16 at 6:30 p.m. for our Fall PTA Membership Meeting! The meeting will be held virtually, making it easy to join from wherever you are.

Our PTA will meet for three general membership meetings this school year, so your voice and participation truly matter. Come hear what we have planned, stay connected, and help us make important decisions that support our students and school community.

Join the meeting here: https://meet.google.com/hxr-kqsp-zhs

16 days ago, Megan Stower
A virtual PTA meeting is scheduled for September 16, 2026, at 6:30 PM. Icons include a magnifying glass, pen, and paper.
A big shoutout to Mrs. Carter, our AMAZING Community School Manager, as we celebrate National Community School Coordinator Appreciation Week! Thank you for all you do to support our students, families, staff, and community. We are grateful for you! #ThankYouMrsCarter #QuarterfieldProud 💙🧡🐴
17 days ago, Megan Stower
A smiling woman with glasses and a necklace stands in front of a blue wall.
A team of children in red tops, shorts, and sneakers with coaches celebrate in front of a banner.
🌟 Staff Spotlight of the Week: Ms. McDaniel! 🌟

Ms. McDaniel has done an incredible job creating meaningful home and school connections through classroom volunteers! By welcoming families into the classroom and providing opportunities for parents and caregivers to get involved, she has helped build a stronger sense of community, collaboration, and connection between home and school. We are so grateful for her dedication to making families feel welcomed and valued as an important part of the QES community! 💙

Please join us in giving Ms. McDaniel a well-deserved shout-out! 🎉👏
18 days ago, Megan Stower
Poster with "Staff Spotlight" in large text, photo of a woman in a school setting, text describing Ms. McDaniel's contributions.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined the PTA! Your membership and support make a meaningful difference in our school community. Every member helps us create more opportunities, programs, and memorable experiences for our students and families.

We are so grateful to have you as part of our PTA family. Together, we can make a difference! Thank you for partnering with us and supporting our school! 🎉
20 days ago, Megan Stower
A card says "Thank You QES!" for a successful PTA membership drive. It shows books, an apple, a pencil, and a jar.