3:45 p.m., 1/26/26: Due to ongoing adverse weather and travel conditions, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools buildings will be closed on Tuesday, January 27, and Wednesday, January 28. A Code Red is in effect for employees.
Unit V and Unit VI Central and Satellite Office employees will work remotely on Tuesday, January 27, and Wednesday, January 28, with supervisors providing work requirements.
Unit III Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance personnel must follow the terms of their negotiated agreement and report to work locations as required. Additional guidance regarding reporting requirements will be communicated to impacted employees.
With the exception of Unit III employees who are required to report to work locations, no AACPS employees should attempt to travel to AACPS facilities.
Unit V and Unit VI Central and Satellite Office employees will work remotely on Tuesday, January 27, and Wednesday, January 28, with supervisors providing work requirements.
Unit III Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance personnel must follow the terms of their negotiated agreement and report to work locations as required. Additional guidance regarding reporting requirements will be communicated to impacted employees.
With the exception of Unit III employees who are required to report to work locations, no AACPS employees should attempt to travel to AACPS facilities.
The closing of schools on Monday, January 26, 2026, utilizes the first of three inclement weather days built into the 2025-26 school year calendar. Anne Arundel County Public Schools has two such days remaining. Under state law, a school district must use all of its built-in inclement weather days before it can switch to virtual learning.
12:15 p.m., 1/25/26: Due to adverse weather and travel conditions, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools buildings will be closed on Monday, January 26. A Code Red is in effect for employees. Unit III Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance personnel must follow the terms of their negotiated agreement and report as required. Additional guidance regarding reporting requirements will be communicated to impacted employees.
Due to expected severe weather, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools facilities will be closed on Sunday, January 25, 2026. This applies to all AACPS and external groups. This status does not impact any school activities for Saturday, January 24, 2026. No decisions have been made as to the status of school district operations for Monday, January 26, 2026.
Today we will celebrate our quarterly PBIS incentive for good behavior! Students were able to enjoy a movie with popcorn for following the 4 R's! At QES, we show respect for "Myself, Others, Property, and Learning!"
These special events help reinforce the importance of a safe learning environment where we can all #BelongGrowSucceed
Have you stopped by Ms. Dennison's virtual School Counselor's corner? Here you will find a ton of resources to help your student succeed in elementary school and beyond! Thank you for all that you do to support our students, Ms. Dennison!
Visit her space today by clicking here:
https://sites.google.com/aacps.org/counselorscorner/home
Visit her space today by clicking here:
https://sites.google.com/aacps.org/counselorscorner/home
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares an update regarding the Cool Schools Plunge.
YouTube English: https://youtu.be/1-jvz1YQTAE
YouTube Spanish: https://youtu.be/bBU1_spzVy8
YouTube English: https://youtu.be/1-jvz1YQTAE
YouTube Spanish: https://youtu.be/bBU1_spzVy8
Please see the AACPS website, www.aacps.org, for important precautionary information in advance of the weather event projected for this weekend.
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
It’s nearly certain that we’re getting impacted by snow this weekend, but it’s ABSOLUTELY certain you can be part of the Keep Calm Club by ordering your “Keep Calm, Bob Will Call” apparel through the Center of Applied Technology South. All proceeds from the sale of this apparel helps fund competitions and other opportunities for our CAT center students. ❄️
🔗 Get yours today: https://www.catsouth.org/schoolstore
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
🔗 Get yours today: https://www.catsouth.org/schoolstore
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will meet at 5 p.m. on Thursday, January 22, 2026, for the specific purpose of voting to go into closed session, pursuant to Sections 3-305(b)(9) of the General Provisions Article of the Open Meetings Act, to consider matters related to collective bargaining negotiations.
The meeting will be conducted virtually.
The public may listen to the open portion of the meeting, including the vote to go into closed session, by calling 605-468-8781 and entering access code 685333 followed by the pound/hashtag symbol.
The public may not listen to the closed session portion of the meeting.
The meeting will be conducted virtually.
The public may listen to the open portion of the meeting, including the vote to go into closed session, by calling 605-468-8781 and entering access code 685333 followed by the pound/hashtag symbol.
The public may not listen to the closed session portion of the meeting.
The DIBELS testing window opens today! DIBELS, also known as the Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills, is a series of short tests that help teachers and schools assess a student's literacy skills and identify students who need extra help, monitor their progress, and guide instruction.
Want to know more?
Visit https://dibels.uoregon.edu/sites/default/files/DIBELS8EditionBrochure.pdf to learn more today!
Want to know more?
Visit https://dibels.uoregon.edu/sites/default/files/DIBELS8EditionBrochure.pdf to learn more today!
It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-1-16-26. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
This week our third grade classes had an amazing visit from Eco Adventures! 🌎🐍 Hands-on learning and up-close animal experiences made it a day to remember. Thank you for bringing learning to life!
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell highlights our county’s delegation to the Maryland General Assembly. #BelongGrowSucceed
Spanish: https://youtu.be/7gDrH2g-Kg4
English: https://youtu.be/WjinHal_4P4
Spanish: https://youtu.be/7gDrH2g-Kg4
English: https://youtu.be/WjinHal_4P4
Sending a special shoutout to Ms. Ruiz! 👏 Every single evening, she goes above and beyond to keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming. Incredible work ethic, amazing teammate, and a true behind-the-scenes hero. We appreciate you! 💙 #BelongGrowSucceed
Winter is HERE! Be prepared with a device to be kept at home for virtual instruction. Click below to submit your request today!
https://www.aacps.org/o/aacps/page/student-devices-loaner-program
https://www.aacps.org/o/aacps/page/student-devices-loaner-program
Afterschool programs kick off today and we are sending a BIG THANK YOU to Mrs. Carter, our Community School Manager, for making these programs possible for our students! Your dedication creates opportunities that support learning, growth, and connection beyond the school day! We appreciate you! 🌟 #BelongGrowSucceed #CommunitySchool
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County is scheduled to vote on changes in its policy regarding graduation requirements for students at its next meeting, set for Wednesday, January 14, 2026. For complete information, including proposed changes in the administrative regulation regarding graduation requirements, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2625723.
Thank you to all the parents, teachers, and staff who joined us for our ELD Coffee and Conversations event today! We are so grateful to build strong connections and support our ELD students and families—one conversation at a time! ☕ #BelongGrowSucceed #CommunitySchoolPartnerships #ELDatAACPS
