On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell highlights the AACPS Board of Education's Military Service Award in honor of Candace C. W. Antwine.

- Spanish: https://youtu.be/MtjTH0OQZsM
- English: https://youtu.be/4Co7v-rxHxA
1 day ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - April 2, 2026
On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell kicks off Spring Break, sharing his hopes for a relaxing week for all.

- Spanish: https://youtu.be/i6wHlIahD4k
- English: https://youtu.be/ATVB_14oIg0
8 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - March 26, 2026

The Board of Education is accepting public comment on the following policies through April 18, 2026:

Policy JECB - Storage and Use of Naloxone or Other Overdose-Reversing Medication

JV - Personal Care and Toileting (New policy)

Information about the policies can be found at https://www.aacps.org/page/board-policies by scrolling to the bottom of the page. Comments should be emailed to policycomments@aacps.org.

15 days ago, AACPS
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On this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell dives into calendar changes and what the latest attendance data shows.

- English: https://youtu.be/QIixe11CPQg
- Spanish: https://youtu.be/sOXSClFx4lE

#BelongGrowSucceed
15 days ago, AACPS
Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell - March 19, 2026
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County’s workshop on the Canvas Learning Management System originally set for March 16, 2026, will now be held shortly after the conclusion of the Board’s regular March 18, 2026, business meeting.

For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2771520.
17 days ago, AACPS
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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.
21 days ago, AACPS
Board of Education Members
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
22 days 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.
26 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!
26 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!
26 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!
26 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
26 days ago, Tracey's Elementary
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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
29 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!!

29 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.
about 1 month ago, AACPS
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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
about 1 month 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
about 1 month 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.
about 1 month ago, AACPS
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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.

about 1 month 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
about 1 month ago, Tracey's Elementary
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