Today over 500 teaching assistants gathered virtually for AACPS' first Paraeducator Symposium, Empowering Paraeducators for Student Independence, organized by the Division of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Services. This professional development provided our valuable teaching assistants, from early childhood through high school, with sessions on a variety of topics including enhancing inclusive learning environments for all students. Seeing families as valuable members of our students' teams, the latest edition of the Family Academy features a session entitled, Inclusion: What is it and Why is it so Important? available to watch on the Family Academy YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/iFNZlPKmG24 (English), https://youtu.be/HNv-TpYadzc (Spanish)

Have you registered for the Family Wellness Forum? The Family Wellness Forum is an exciting and empowering initiative for all AACPS families! This event is designed to provide you with valuable resources, tools, and strategies to help strengthen your student’s well-being. Register today: https://forms.gle/3BQ98gEneWmRVEr78. We’re excited to come together and create lasting positive change – see you there! 📆 Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30pm 📍Marley Middle School

The Anne Arundel County Public Schools Office of School and Family Partnerships is seeking applicants for its tenth International Parent and Community Leadership Academy (IPCLA). The deadline to apply is January 19, 2025. English application link: https://forms.gle/fZ9Q2SkShPKcAxcKA. More information, including the application form in multiple languages, is available at www.aacps.org/ipcla. #AACPSFamily #AACPSAwesome #BelongGrowSucceed

We are thrilled to invite you to the Family Wellness Forum – an exciting and empowering initiative for all AACPS families! This event is designed to provide you with valuable resources, tools, and strategies to help strengthen your student’s well-being. Register today: https://forms.gle/3BQ98gEneWmRVEr78. We’re excited to come together and create lasting positive change – see you there! 📆 Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30pm 📍Marley Middle School

The last Family Academy College Financial Aid Night is January 22nd from 6-7:30pm at Glen Burnie HS! Join us to learn about how to apply for college financial aid, including information on financial aid options for international students. Register for this event at https://forms.gle/RqBgP6Bye1oLMPft6. Interpreters available upon request.

It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-1-10-25. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed

As we approach the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs testing, we want to remind families about the importance of your students’ participation. This test helps families understand their students’ English language skills in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing—important information that helps guide the support needed for their success in school. 🗓️ Be sure your student is present on testing days. 🎯 No need to study, just focus on showing what they know! 💬 Talk with your student about their language development and encourage them to do their best. Together, we are a team, and your student's success is our top priority! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily

We are thrilled to invite you to the Family Wellness Forum – an exciting and empowering initiative for all AACPS families! This event is designed to provide you with valuable resources, tools, and strategies to help strengthen your student’s well-being. Register today: https://forms.gle/3BQ98gEneWmRVEr78. We’re excited to come together and create lasting positive change – see you there! 📆 Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30pm 📍Marley Middle School

The Anne Arundel County Public Schools Office of School and Family Partnerships is seeking applicants for its tenth International Parent and Community Leadership Academy (IPCLA). The deadline to apply is January 19, 2025. English application link: https://forms.gle/fZ9Q2SkShPKcAxcKA. More information, including the application form in multiple languages, is available at www.aacps.org/ipcla. #AACPSFamily #AACPSAwesome #BelongGrowSucceed

It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-12-6-24. Visit the Family Academy at www.aacps.org/familyacademy! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed

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.

🏈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.

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.

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

This Wednesday, Nov. 13th is the next CKLA Family Night! Learn all about the new CKLA elementary literacy curriculum! 🗓️ When: Wed. Nov 13, 5:30 p.m. 📍 Where: South River High School Register here: https://forms.gle/Z3mjbZYGRrJMiRJt6 We truly look forward to seeing you there!

Family Academy presents College Financial Aid Nights for all families! Join us to learn about how to apply for college financial aid, including information on financial aid options for international students. Register at https://forms.gle/oUjazETvBb4Tp6f77. Interpreters available upon request.

It's Family Academy Friday! Family Academy Newsletter: https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-11-1-24. Visit the Family Academy at www.aacps.org/familyacademy! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed

Join the AACPS Office of Elementary Curriculum & Instruction for an exciting event about the new CKLA elementary literacy curriculum! 🗓️ When: Nov. 7, 5:30 p.m. 📍 Where: Severn Run High School Register here: https://forms.gle/Z3mjbZYGRrJMiRJt6