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

8:00 p.m., 1/8/25: To answer a question we have received about Thursday morning’s reassessment: The reassessment would allow school system staff to continue to address any issues at schools. It does not mean students would report to school at their standard start times or that students would engage in virtual instruction. We have every expectation that we will open schools on a two-hour delayed schedule Thursday. We hope this clarifies the issue.

4:30 p.m., 1/8/25: All Anne Arundel County Public Schools will open two hours late on Thursday, Jan. 9. There will be no morning half-day ECI classes, and no morning sessions at the Centers of Applied Technology North or South. Families transporting students to school and those whose students walk to school should allow additional time and utilize extreme caution. A reassessment of conditions will take place on Thursday morning and any changes to this status will be announced by 7:30 a.m. on Thursday.

Our #AACPSAwesome Operations teams are out at schools this morning clearing lots and walks so that we can get students and staff back to school as quickly as possible. Please do your part by staying away from these areas so crews can do their work. Residents should also clear the sidewalks in front of their homes so our students have safe paths to walk to schools when they reopen. Let's all pitch in together! Thanks! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily

4:30 p.m., 1/6/25: Due to inclement weather, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 7. There will be no instruction for students. A Code Red is in effect for employees. Unit III personnel must report to their work locations as required and will receive additional information.

4:30 p.m., 1/5/25: Due to the forecast for severe inclement weather, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, January 6. There will be no instruction for students. A Code Red is in effect for employees. Unit III personnel must report to their work locations as required.

No, Bob doesn’t know yet if there will be school on Monday. But Bob DOES KNOW you can help support CAT South students going to state, regional, and national competitions through the purchase of “Keep Calm” apparel. All of the proceeds help CAT South students. You can place orders at https://www.catsouth.org/schoolstore. As for Monday, we’ll all just have to stay tuned. Bob will let you know when he knows. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #KeepCalmBobWillCall #PleaseBob

In this week's edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell discusses 2025, finishing the first semester strong, and taking time for mental health. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily https://youtu.be/eKrYCmLbnzk

REMINDER: All Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will reopen tomorrow, January 2, on normal schedules.

That's a wrap!! Attendance challenge complete! We are so proud of our tigers!! Day 15! Part 2: Our tiger is ready to kick off winter break! Congratulations to our classes with 95% or more of students in attendance! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSAttendtoAchieve

That's a wrap!! Attendance challenge complete! We are so proud of our tigers!! Day 15! Part 1: Our tiger is ready to kick off winter break! Congratulations to our classes with 95% or more of students in attendance! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSAttendtoAchieve

Last week of the attendance challenge! Day 14- Our Tiger is ready for the holidays! Congratulations to our classes with 95% or more of students in attendance! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSAttendtoAchieve

View our January 2025 Family Link Newsletter: https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-january-2025

At its December 18, 2024, meeting, the Board of Education was presented with two recommended 2025-26 school year calendars by the AACPS Calendar Committee. The Board is now seeking public input on those recommended calendars. The calendars, complete information on the discussion by the Calendar Committee and a link to provide input can be found at www.aacps.org/2526calendar. Input will be accepted through noon on January 3, 2025. Thank you.

In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell talks about his recommended Fiscal Year 2026 budget and the quest to become a phenomenal school district in this country. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed https://youtu.be/9Og_PO5mvH4

Last week of the attendance challenge! We had so many tigers at school today! Day 13- Part 2: Our Tiger is ready for vacation! Congratulations to our classes with 95% or more of students in attendance! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSAttendtoAchieve

Last week of the attendance challenge! We had so many tigers at school today! Day 13- Part 1: Our Tiger is ready for vacation! Congratulations to our classes with 95% or more of students in attendance! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSAttendtoAchieve

We are finishing our attendance challenge SOCO strong! Check out the video below: http://bit.ly/SOCOSTRONG #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSAttendtoAchieve

Congratulations to our grade level young author winners. #BelongGrowSucceed

Last week of the attendance challenge! Day 12 we are celebrating spirit week at TES! Congratulations to our classes with 95% or more of students in attendance! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSAttendtoAchieve