Hello,
The Office of Advanced Co-Curricular Programs is sponsoring a Future Makers Virtual STEM Club for Grades 3-5. This is a virtual 5-week program led by an AACPS instructor that will include an accompanying STEM kit for students to create, design, and explore along with peers online. Registration is due by Thursday 12/12. With a lottery announcement on 12/13. Use the form link https://forms.gle/wb8fBot3d2ymajr47 to register. For more information in English and Spanish see the linked letter https://5il.co/32huz with more details.
Lastly, you will need a school issued device to participate. So make sure to apply for the device loaner program https://www.aacps.org/o/aacps/page/student-devices-loaner-program
Thank you and look forward to seeing our Future STEM Makers online
Thank you to everyone who attended last night's Family Academy Financial Aid workshop presented by our partners at Anne Arundel Community College. Participants learned how to complete the FAFSA and other college financial aid options, including financial aid for international families. If you missed it, join us for the next Family Academy Financial Aid Night on January 22nd @ 6pm at Glen Burnie HS! Register at https://forms.gle/RqBgP6Bye1oLMPft6. Interpreters available upon request.
Don't forget about our RWES December Spirit days!
We cannot wait to see you all every day of December in your cozy outfits!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1DVSc25HGF1itnMCW-DCpLIOvZHj9ESQE7V5cACEiYcw/edit?usp=sharing
In this week's edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell talks about working with the newly constituted Board of Education to continue to help every student Belong, Grow, and Succeed. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
https://youtu.be/2vB2ANeO7Uc
🏈The stage is set!🏈 This Saturday, December 7th at 7pm, the Arundel High School Wildcats are ready to take on Linganore High School in the 3A State Football Championship at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis! It’s time to show our Wildcats some love and pack the stands as a #AACPSFamily! Let’s cheer them on as they fight for the state title and bring the trophy home! Don’t miss out on this epic showdown—grab your tickets, wear green, and get ready to make some noise! 🗓️ Date: Saturday, December 7th, 7pm📍 Location: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis. Let’s go, Wildcats! 💚🐾 #AACPSFamily #StateChampionship #Arundelbleedsgreen #BelongGrowSucceed
AACPS Birth to Five Family Outreach, Special Education Family Support, and Family Academy are hosting a virtual lunch and learn session on Family Rights in the Special Education Process: Thursday, December 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm. Register at https://forms.gle/UpvCokHGyvUjx6Y39. We hope this session will empower families with the tools and information to be their child's best advocate.
Happy Tuesday! Our pandas are gearing up for the book fair next week 12/9-12/13. More information was sent in your email and published on our events page. https://www.aacps.org/o/ripplingwoodses/events?id=36166178 Please consider volunteering. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F4DAEAA2FA7FC1-53609076-fall#/
History was made today as, for the first time, all seven elected members of the Board of Education took their oaths of office to begin new four-year terms. Congratulations to Gloria Dent (District 1), Robert Silkworth (District 2), Erica McFarland (District 3), Sarah J. McDermott (District 4), Dana Schallheim (District 5), Joanna Bache Tobin (District 6), and Dawn Pulliam (District 7). They are joined by Student Member of the Board Hafsa Hamdaoui of Crofton High School. Thanks to Clerk of the Circuit Court Scott Poyer for administering the oath. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
As they conclude their terms on the Board of Education of Anne Arundel County today, we thank outgoing members Corine Frank, Melissa Ellis, and Michelle Corkadel for their service to our students and our school system. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, a message of gratitude and thankfulness from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
https://youtu.be/n-sp3X9BqqU
Celebrating all of our Amazing Substitute Educators!
#BelongGrowSucceed
Hi Families,
Next week, students will be out for Thanksgiving Break. In-person conferences will take place on Monday, November 25, and virtual conferences will be held on Tuesday, November 26, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. If your child has lost anything, please check the lost and found during this time, as we will be donating any unclaimed items.
In this week's edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses a key partnership in Anne Arundel County Public Schools' cybersecurity efforts. https://youtu.be/yqWpu-DNY7c #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
Exciting Partnerships & Internships at Arundel High School thanks to the Arundel Grooming Project! Arundel HS proudly offers new internship opportunities for its students through the Arundel Grooming Project. Thanks to the generous support of Rob's Barbershop Community Foundation for installing the onsite barber and beauty salon at the school. The primary goal of this project is to increase access to grooming services for students who face barriers to regular hair care. Arundel HS student, Jaiden Martin, is one of the licensed barbers providing expert haircuts to fellow students! This initiative is made possible through the tireless efforts of Zsavelle Smack, the school's Internship Coach, and several administrators. Their dedication has been instrumental in making this project a reality. A heartfelt thank you goes to our community donors: EHI & Walmart Foundations, Wahl Professional USA, and the Wegmans Crofton Store.
Celebrating National Education Support Professionals Day
#BelongGrowSucceed
REMINDER PTA meeting tomorrow Wednesday 11/20 at 5:30 pm. It will be hybrid format, in person at the school or via google meet: https://meet.google.com/nzd-vkrz-dim?pli=1 They will discuss upcoming winter wonderland event.
It's Family Academy Friday!
Families - what topics would you like to see featured on Family Academy?
Complete the Family Academy survey to share your feedback & comments:
https://forms.gle/CeesWPLBx8m6Dd9M9
Look for featured content from Family Academy every other Friday on AACPS social media or visit www.aacps.org/familyacademy any time! #AACPSAwesome #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
We are thankful for our
School Psychologists!
Celebrating National School Psychologists Week
November 11-15, 2024
#SparkDiscovery
#SchoolPsychWeek
www.nasponline.org
In this week's edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses the importance of starting AACPS' mentorship program and the ways in which community members can get involved. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=45hCZiJFlJQ
Hey panda family! Did you know that fingerprint background checks last until your last child graduates from high school? Join us Thursday 11/21 for volunteer orientation and fingerprinting. Registration is required with the link https://forms.office.com/r/zsPuRRyKqA