Woodside Elementary

Woodside Elementary will have our Fall Book Fair October 10/20-10/24 at Woodside Elementary School
Get ready–the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! Find bestselling series and characters that students love from more than 100 publishers. Plus every purchase benefits our school. We hope you can join us for the Best. Week. Ever!

Log in here:Woodside Elementary School Fall Book Fair for a Book Fair sneak peek Explore the Book Fair—virtually! Check out the cases filled with must-have books and get kids pumped with the latest video book trailers.

Book Fair eWallet is the easy way to pay

Book Fair e-wallet

Available Between:

9/29-10/24

Create a NEW eWallet for each Fair

Students shop without cash

Teachers build classroom libraries

12 days ago, Sheri Paris

The Board of Education today announced logistics for a public briefing and two public hearings related to Phase 2 of the school district’s comprehensive redistricting process. There are currently six plans under consideration, four of which the Board put forward at its September 17, 2025, meeting and two of which it added at its October 15, 2025, meeting.

For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2498763.

15 minutes ago, AACPS

Phase 2 redistricting briefing, hearings

Wear your colors proudly and help our school reach our non-perishable donation goal of 500 goods and $500! Feel free to spread widely!!!

Funds can be donated easily online at aafoodbank.org/aacps or by scanning the QR code – on the school drop-down menu, be sure to select WOODSIDE. Food & funds will be collected through October 31.

5 days ago, Marlena Colleton Pearsell

Kids Help Kids Spirit Week October 20-24

Utilizing flexibility provided in a new law, the Board of Education has altered the current school year calendar by removing six early dismissal days and creating in their place three full school days for students followed by three non-student days in which teachers can complete grading and other staff can engage in professional learning. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily

For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2490677.

5 days ago, AACPS

In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses the ongoing Phase 2 redistricting process. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily

English: https://youtu.be/-KbI4X48oCY
Spanish: https://youtu.be/jYJRivm8LhY

5 days ago, AACPS

Acting on newly released unofficial enrollment counts for the current school year provided to it last night, the Board of Education has moved two additional redistricting proposals to public hearing. With last night’s action, the Board has now moved six proposals forward to public hearing.

For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2489634.

5 days ago, AACPS

This Friday, we will be showing our school spirit to celebrate Woodside's 60th anniversary. Represent a decade of your choice! Students who dress in 60s attire will receive a special prize.

Join us at the Fall Festival on Saturday, October 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. And don't forget to bring a non-perishable food item with you!

8 days ago, Marlena Colleton Pearsell

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.

8 days ago, AACPS

Great news… our Candy Drive has been extended! 🎉 Some of our Classroom Candy Monsters are still hungry and need your help! Please send in candy donations to feed your student’s classroom monster.

The classroom with the fullest monster will win a special prize! 🏆 Let’s see those monsters overflowing with treats!

Remember… all the candy collected will be used for our Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Your donations help make this community event extra sweet!

Let’s fill those monsters and make this the best Trunk or Treat yet! 👻🍫

Thank you,

Woodside PTA

8 days ago, Sheri Paris

🌍🌐 HAPPY NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH WEEK 2025 🧭🌍
We’re excited to announce that National School Lunch Week (NSLW) starts today — and this year’s theme is “Taste the World: Your School Lunch Passport”! 🌎✨
From October 13th–17th, we’ll be celebrating the diversity of global cuisines and the importance of healthy school meals. Each day, our cafeterias will feature delicious dishes inspired by different cultures, giving students a chance to explore new flavors and learn about food traditions from around the world.
🍽️ Here’s what to look forward to:
🥟 Teriyaki Potstickers – A taste of East Asia
🫓 Cheese & Bean Pupusa – A journey through El Salvador
🍛 Tikka Masala – Flavors from India
🌮 Beef Barbacoa – Fresh and flavorful from Mexico
🍗🧀🥘 Chicken & Cheese Enchilada Empanada – A fusion of Latin American favorites

8 days ago, Sheri Paris

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

11 days ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will receive new additional information regarding Phase 2 of the comprehensive redistricting process and consider revisions to the current school year calendar at its next regular business meeting, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.

At the meeting, the Board will also receive an update on the minimum school funding requirements contained in the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and the work Anne Arundel County Public Schools is doing to meet those requirements.

For more information on the meeting, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2477523.

11 days ago, AACPS

Today are wonderful PTA president checked on the candy monsters. As of today Mrs. Beever class is in the lead. The following class monsters are filling up fast. Seifert, Fava,, Goetze, Ganey and Foote.

Get your candy in by the end of the day Friday Oct. 10th. We might extend the candy drive to next week.

12 days ago, Sheri Paris

In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses the impact of AACPS’ participation in the Harvest for the Hungry program. Get details at www.aacps.org/harvest.
English video: https://youtu.be/m4fX1F2CLws
Spanish video: https://youtu.be/vbNTVHO63nM

12 days ago, AACPS

Eighty-five school educators have been nominated for the 2025-26 Anne Arundel County Public Schools Teacher of the Year Award. These outstanding teachers, representing schools across the district, were selected for their commitment to student achievement, their ability to build welcoming and inclusive classrooms, and their dedication to going above and beyond in service of children and families.

To see the full list of nominees, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2473426.

13 days ago, AACPS

The Board of Education today announced a change in its schedule of public hearings regarding Phase 2 of its comprehensive redistricting process. The changes will allow the Board to receive new additional information from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell that may be helpful in the Board’s decision-making process.

Dr. Bedell told the Board he will present preliminary 2025-2026 student enrollment information at the Board’s next meeting, set for October 15, 2025. As a result, the Board has postponed the first of its two public hearings, scheduled for October 13, 2025.

For more details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2471155.

14 days ago, AACPS

Woodside Elementary PTA Meeting TODAY!!! (in person and virtual)

Tuesday, October 7 · 5:30 – 6:30pm
Time zone: America/New_York
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/nan-iqxz-kxr

14 days ago, Sheri Paris

Throughout the 2025-2026 SY, WES ES will be hosting Wellness Wednesday events. These events are funded by the Community Schools grant. In October, we are partnering with the Maryland Department of Transportation to promote physical wellness and encourage all families to consider safe ways to walk and roll to school. Join us on Wednesday, October 8th, 15th , 22nd, and 29th

18 days ago, Marlena Colleton Pearsell

The Board of Education today announced logistics for two public hearings – to be held on October 13 and 27, 2025 – at which members of the public can testify about the four Phase 2 redistricting proposals currently under consideration. For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2463907.

18 days ago, AACPS

Magnet Program Applications open at noon on October 6th and close at noon on November 6th for entry into Magnet Programs 2026-2027.Visit www.aacps.org/magnet for application information and qualifications.

CAT Centers, Contract/Charter, & Virtual Academy use the same site as Magnet Programs for application.

18 days ago, AACPS