The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will hold its next meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.

The meeting will be held in the Board Room at the Parham Building, located at 2644 Riva Road in Annapolis. It is open to the public and subject to normal space limitations in the Board Room.

For more information on the meeting, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2765193.
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On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell spotlights the 2026 AACPS Dance Festival.

- English: https://youtu.be/J8qpAwY1aps
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/l4mX2ibBEAM
1 day ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - March 12, 2026
We are so proud of our Tigers. These students were recognized at the Deale Library for Young Artist of the Month.
6 days ago, Tracey's Elementary
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Our Read Across America Spirit Week was a huge success! We love that our tigers love to read and show their creativity everyday!
6 days ago, Tracey's Elementary
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This week the Planetarium came to Tracey's! Such an amazing experience for all our our tigers and staff! Huge thank you to our PTA for making this happen!
6 days ago, Tracey's Elementary
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WOW! What a way to close out the week! On Friday we had the opportunity to serve a pancake breakfast to over 240 tigers for coming to school every day in the month of February. We are so proud of each of you!
6 days ago, Tracey's Elementary
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So proud of our February PYP Attribute award winners! These Tigers worked so hard to show empathy and care everyday. #BelongGrowSucceed
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On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell talks about the 10 schools that earned AP Honor Roll designation and what this recognition means for our students. #BelongGrowSucceed

- English: https://youtu.be/tSVHMMHQGXw
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/AbkCMO00D4k
9 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - March 5, 2026

Today Prinicpal of the Day Ms. Atwell, did such an amazing job helping with the school assembly, handing out perfect attendance certificates, and answering walkie calls. Job well done!! She is a true leader!!

9 days ago, Tracey's Elementary
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The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will hold its next meeting at noon on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

For details and a complete agenda, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2733804.
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Seven outstanding educators from all levels of the school district were named today as finalists for the 2026 Anne Arundel County Public Schools Teacher of the Year award. To find out who the finalists are, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2733005.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
15 days ago, AACPS
Photos of 2026 TOY finalists
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares highlights from the State of the Schools event, hosted by the Education Foundation of AACPS. #BelongGrowSucceed

- English: https://youtu.be/IG7J-0MtI2w
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/d_rCnqtza1A
16 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - February 26, 2026
Parent Survey coming Soon:

The 2026 MSDE Special Education Parent Survey will be available on or about Monday, March 2, 2026, for parents and guardians of AACPS students with lEPs.

Please watch for mailed surveys and emails from MSDE or AACPS.
Visit the AACPS website for more information when the survey opens.
16 days ago, AACPS
Group of kids using a laptop. Maryland flag Logo for Maryland State Department of education. marylandpublicschools.org

4:55 p.m., 2/23/26: All Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will open on time and operate on normal schedules on Tuesday, February 24. Families, students, and employees should prepare for cold temperatures tomorrow morning and allow additional time to safely travel to and from schools, offices, and bus stops.

Any change in the status of school district operations for February 24 will be announced on Tuesday morning through normal channels.

18 days ago, AACPS
Important Notice: All AACPS schools and offices opening on time on Tuesday, February 24
Thank You Cedar Grove Methodist Church for their generous donation. We are excited to offer our student spring afterschool club opportunities! #BelongGrowSucceed
18 days ago, Tracey's Elementary
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Mrs. Garris got to represent Traceys and AACPS at the No Hungry Kids Conference! #BelongGrowSucceed
18 days ago, Tracey's Elementary
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Our tigers had so much fun celebrating Valentine's Day and the 100th Day of School. #BelongGrowSucceed
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Check out our 5th graders getting ready for Middle School! It's scheduling time! #BelongGrowSucceed
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This weekend some our Tigers participated in Regionals for Destination Imagination. Our 4th graders placed 3rd overall and came in 1st for their instant challenge! 5th grade won the Renaissance Award and placed 1st! Both teams will be competing at States in March! Thank you, Mr. Bunger and Mrs. Dawes for supporting our students teams. Congratulations, tigers! We are so proud!
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7:45 p.m., 2/22/26: Due to expected worsening adverse weather and travel conditions overnight, all AACPS schools will operate virtually on Monday, February 23. Students will engage in real-time virtual instruction with their teachers. Please note that both the start times and length of the virtual learning day have changed to align them with the length of the in-person school day. Schools will begin instruction at 8:30 or 8:45 a.m., as listed on schedules that can be found at www.aacps.org/studentschedules or www.aacps.org/stayconnected.

With the exception of Unit III Facilities, Operations, and Maintenance personnel, AACPS employees should work remotely on February 23. 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.

Any additional changes to the status of school district operations for Monday, February 23, will be announced Monday morning.

19 days ago, AACPS
Virtual operations on 2-23