It is important to gain feedback from our families, community, and stakeholders. This is one of many opportunities to provide your input. Join us monthly on the first Friday of every month, except January and April, from 8:30 am to 9:30 am. An interpreter will be present.
7 days ago, Marlena Colleton Pearsell
Our 38th annual Harvest for the Hungry: Kids Helping Kids has begun! Our students find a sense of belonging as they bring in food and encourage donations to the Anne Arundel County Food Bank, learning to give and help others in our community. Bring in food to your local school or donate online at aacps.org/harvest throughout the month of October!
about 12 hours ago, AACPS
The deadline to weigh in on a potential change in the current school year calendar under consideration by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell is October 1, 2025. Complete information and a link to a short survey can be found at www.aacps.org/calendarchange.
about 13 hours ago, AACPS
about 19 hours ago, AACPS
Join us for our First Friday Family Fun Night on October 3 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. There will be plenty of fun and fellowship. Each child will leave with a book of their choice. This free event is open to all ages. To donate books or if you have questions, call/text Mrs Pearsell at 410-570-2396.
5 days ago, Marlena Colleton Pearsell
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will hold its next regular business meeting at noon on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The meeting will be held in the Board Room of 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, go to
https://www.aacps.org/article/2448529.
5 days ago, AACPS
In this week's edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell and Garrison Commander Colonel Yolanda Gore discuss the benefits of the partnership between Anne Arundel County Public Schools and Fort George G. Meade. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
🔗 English: https://youtu.be/SpKc0HLQyZ0
🔗 Spanish: https://youtu.be/aHLkNXbOSwk
6 days ago, AACPS
Join us for the first session of You Belong Here! Family Forum: Let's Talk Bullying. Explore topics about bullying/cyberbullying, the effects on mental health, and how we can all work together to build inclusive schools and communities. Engage in activities for all ages - elementary, middle, high, and adults! Emerge with concrete strategies for talking about bullying! Register at https://tinyurl.com/SMS1014. 📅Tuesday, October 14, 2025 ⏰5:30 pm -7:30 pm 📍Southern Middle School #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
6 days ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Anne Arundel County Public Schools staff will conduct a public briefing on the four Phase 2 redistricting proposals the Board of Education has voted to move forward to public hearing at 6 p.m. on Monday, September 29, 2025, in the Board Room of the Parham Building, located at 2644 Riva Road in Annapolis. For details, go to
https://www.aacps.org/article/2442697.
7 days ago, AACPS
12 days ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell is seeking input from students, families, employees and community members as he considers whether to recommend to the Board of Education a change in this year’s school calendar that would eliminate six early-dismissal days and provide additional grading time for teachers and professional learning for other employees. For details, go to
https://www.aacps.org/article/2434981.
12 days ago, AACPS
📸 Picture Day Reminder: Picture Day is Tuesday, September 30th at Woodside Elementary!
Be on time as we start pictures at 8:00 am
12 days ago, Sheri Paris
The Board of Education last night considered the Superintendent’s recommendation of two proposed redistricting plans for Phase 2 of the school system’s comprehensive redistricting process, then voted to move both of the Superintendent’s proposals forward to public hearing along with two additional proposals that include Board member amendments.
For details, go to
https://www.aacps.org/article/2432024.
13 days ago, AACPS
The Board of Education tonight unanimously approved a $230.2 million Fiscal Year capital budget request that contains construction funding for seven major school projects and a new school bus facility. For details, go to
https://www.aacps.org/article/2429431.
13 days ago, AACPS
Three county schools have landed in the national spotlight with honors from Special Olympics North America for the ways in which they cultivate climates of kindness and acceptance by providing inclusive sports and programs for students with and without intellectual disabilities.
Old Mill Middle School South, Arundel High School and Glen Burnie High School have been named Special Olympics Unified Champion National Banner schools, adding to Anne Arundel County Public Schools’ (AACPS) stellar legacy dating back to 2010 with Special Olympics Maryland. Of the 19 schools in Maryland with the distinction, 12 are in AACPS. Old Mill Middle School South is the first middle school in Maryland to earn the award.
For complete details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2428360.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily#OurStory #ExperienceInclusion #UnifiedMD
14 days ago, AACPS
Mark your calendars for the You Belong Here! Family Forum: Let's Talk Bullying. 📅 Explore topics about bullying/cyberbullying, the effects on mental health, and how we can all work together to build inclusive schools and communities. Engage in activities for all ages - elementary, middle, high, and adults! Emerge with concrete strategies for talking about bullying! Registration information is coming soon! Dates: Each session is scheduled 5:30 pm -7:30 pm: 🔹 Tuesday, October 14, 2025 - Southern Middle School🔹 Monday, November 17, 2025 - Northeast High School🔹 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - Annapolis Middle School🔹 Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - Severn Run High School
15 days ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Last Chance to support the Woodside PTA. Please fill out the form and send in your donation by this Friday9/19/2025. The PTA (Parent Teacher Association) is an organization of parents, teachers, and school staff dedicated to supporting student success and fostering family-school partnerships through fundraising, event planning, and advocacy. (Fall Festival, Holiday Shop, Winter Event and Spring Event)
If you need a copy of this form contact your students teacher for a copy.
Thank you,
Woodside PTA
15 days ago, Sheri Paris
AACPS’ new Learning Management System, Canvas, gives parents and guardians access to view their student’s assignments, grades, and class announcements. If you haven’t yet created your AACPSConnect parent account to access the Canvas Parent mobile app, here’s a quick guide. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
English: https://youtu.be/n0or1sv3OLY
Spanish: https://youtu.be/LwN6vOHvhaY
16 days ago, AACPS
Let's make our steps count! Come on out and walk with us. Our goal is to promote health and safety while meeting new people in the community. Everyone is welcome! We will provide outdoor activities to keep children occupied or they can also walk at their own pace. See you on Mondays: September 15 and 29, and October 13 and 26 from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
17 days ago, Marlena Colleton Pearsell
