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.
🎉 LET’S GO! 🎉 Our Solley Cardinal Fun Run starts TODAY! We’re raising $25,000 for Student Support and need YOUR help — it only takes a minute to sign up and share your page with friends & family! Did you know after your student’s the first donation of $35 they will earn a FREE Urban Air ULTIMATE Pass to jump, fly, and explore the park!🎉 PLUS, when you complete fun activity tasks on your dashboard, you’ll be entered to WIN a Private Urban Air Party. Thank you for making a difference for our school! 🙌Let’s jump in and make a difference together! 👉 Donate now at MyBooster.com
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.
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.
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
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
View our November 2025 Family Link Newsletter:
🔗 https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-november-2025
‣Family Involvement Conference
‣Dates to Remember
‣You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣Family Academy
...and more
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses revisions to the current school year calendar that eliminate most of the remaining early dismissal days. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
English: https://youtu.be/RXTb7Io_5CE
Spanish: https://youtu.be/i0tIre8yBfQ
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses revisions to the current school year calendar that eliminate most of the remaining early dismissal days. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
English: https://youtu.be/RXTb7Io_5CE
Spanish: https://youtu.be/i0tIre8yBfQ
Dear Families,
Solley Elementary will be hosting our Veterans Day Breakfast on Monday, November 10, 2025, to honor all who have served.
8:30 AM – Breakfast Served
8:45 AM – Ceremony Begins
If you or a family member is a veteran, we would love to recognize you during this special event!
Please RSVP by November 3rd using the link below to be featured in our presentation:
- Veteran RSVP Form
If you’d like to help with the event, please sign up here:
- Volunteer Sign-Up
We look forward to celebrating and honoring our veterans together! To view the flyer please click here.
Warm regards,
Solley Elementary School
AACPS 10/22/25: Traffic accidents in the western portion of the county this morning are causing some significant delays for buses. All buses will make all stops but may be delayed in getting to those stops. Buses in the Arundel, Broadneck, Crofton, and Meade clusters may be particularly impacted.
For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2498763.
For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2490677.
English: https://youtu.be/-KbI4X48oCY
Spanish: https://youtu.be/jYJRivm8LhY
For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2489634.
Dear Families,
Next week, Solley Elementary will be celebrating Harvest for the Hungry Spirit Week! This is a fun and meaningful way for our students to show school spirit while helping to fight hunger in our community. Each day will have a special theme and a suggested food donation item. All donations will support the Anne Arundel County Food Bank and Solley families in need.
Here's what's happening each day:
Monday, October 20th – “Hats off to stopping hunger!”
🎩 Crazy Hair/Hat Day
🫙- Bring in jars of peanut butter and jelly
Tuesday, October 21st – “Overpowered by generosity!”
🦸 Dress like your favorite superhero
- Bring in dry goods such as mashed potatoes, stuffing, pasta, or mac & cheese
Wednesday, October 22nd – “Don't sleep on helping others!”
👔 Dress to Impress
- Bring in canned fruit and soups
Thursday, October 23rd – “Get cozy for kindness!”
🛌 Pajama Day
- Bring in breakfast items—boxes of oatmeal, cereal, or granola bars
Friday, October 24th – “Winners help others!”
🏈 Sports Day
- Bring in canned vegetables or canned tuna/chicken
Let's work together to make a difference! Every item donated helps support families in our community. Thank you for your generosity and for helping our students learn the importance of giving back.
Our school’s Picture Day is right around the corner Wednesday, October 22nd! Order forms will be sent home today with students. Please review the information and return your completed form on or before Picture Day.
If you would like to pre-order online, please click the link below and use the code provided:
👉 Click Here to Pre-Order
Code: 25solley26
All student photos will also be featured in this year’s school yearbook, so please ensure your child comes dressed and ready to smile. We look forward to capturing these wonderful memories!
Graduating seniors at 14 county high schools will once again receive their diplomas at the Live! Event Center at Arundel Mills this spring, with ceremonies at eight other schools scheduled at other venues, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell announced today.
For more details, go to www.aacps.org/graduations.
