Woodside Elementary

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County tonight unanimously voted to reappoint Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell to a second four-year term leading the fourth largest school district in Maryland.

For more information, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2716521.

#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory

Join us for Dine and Discuss 6 pm-8 pm on 2/12 and/ or 3/12. This is a catered dinner with a community partner presenting on Financial Health (Feb) and Mental Health (March). Limit to 20 families, don't delay, sign up today https://forms.gle/7R7QXXigXZzqBa7f6. For more information, contact Mrs Colleton-Pearsell at 410-570-2396.

Good Morning Families,

We are excited to host our annual College and Career Day on March 13th! We are looking for guest speakers and experts who would like to present to classes. If you know someone or would like to participate yourself, please take a few minutes to complete this Survey. Career Day Survey

Thank you for your continued support.

Woodside Elementary

The AACPS Division of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Services and Partners for Success presents a webinar on Seasons of Change: Preparing for changes in educational levels from birth - age 21. Come learn about transitions within your child's educational levels, from early intervention through elementary, middle, high, and beyond. Join experts from each level as they share information and insights into the educational journey. 📅Thursday, February 19, 2026, ⏰12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Register at https://forms.gle/fTfB6oQfpHRvrDWx6

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has approved a negotiated agreement for the current fiscal year with the Association of Educational Leaders (AEL) that provides cost-of-living increases and salary scale adjustments for members of the bargaining unit. For details, go to the AACPS News release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2685024.

Join us for the third session of You Belong Here! Family Forum: Let's Talk Bullying! 📅 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 ⏰ 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 📍Annapolis Middle School. Activities for adults and students of all ages + strategies to address bullying. Register at https://forms.gle/LYoXFFfnz1rh1aBW7

Five high school students from across Anne Arundel County have advanced as semifinalists in the 2026-2027 Student Member of the Board of Education (SMOB) selection process. To learn more about the semifinalists, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2679174. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory

3:00 p.m., 2/3/26: Barring any additional inclement weather overnight that would impact school operations, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will open on time and will operate on normal schedules for students and staff on Wednesday, February 4.

There will still be areas of the county where adverse road and sidewalk conditions exist tomorrow morning, so families and employees are urged to continue to exercise caution and patience, including as it relates to decisions about student drivers. Families of students who normally walk to school should once again closely examine walking routes and, if prudent and possible, consider transporting their students to and from school.

Thank you.

Do you want to learn to speak Spanish? Mrs. Panzer, our Community Liaison, will offer basic Spanish classes on the following Mondays: 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, and 3/9, from 2:45 pm to 3:30 pm. All sessions are free. Childcare will be provided upon request. Call or text 410-570-2396 or email mcolletonpearsell@aacps.org for more information.

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell delivers a message to families, students and staff about the reopening of schools today and also thanks all those who continue to exercise grace and patience. More than 90 percent of students attended classes in person today, and our AACPS team is continuing to work along with County and City of Annapolis crews to make things better as the week progresses. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
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🔗View our February 2026 Family Link Newsletter
‣ Dates to Remember
‣ You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣ Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣ Family Academy Events
‣ Black History Month at your local library
‣ County & community resources
...and more!

Woodside ES families are welcome to attend a FREE all-ages event on Thursday, February 26 6 pm-8 pm at the Chesapeake Arts Center , 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park, MD 21225. The Power Within: Honoring Black History Month group exhibition is a vibrant tribute to the spirit and legacy of Black and African American artists. Inspired by this year's Black History Month theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” the exhibition weaves a century of remembrance through bold, visionary artworks. Each piece reflects the strength, creativity, and collective memory shaping each artist, inviting audiences to see art as both a vessel of history and a force for transformation. Each family attending will enter into a drawing for a special prize and receive light refreshments. Click here to RSVP.

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WE love OUR community! To show our love and appreciation for our community, including the caregivers of our students, community partners, and stakeholders, we are holding a breakfast event on February 10th from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. We will socialize, share updates about our Community Schools Program, and have participants complete Valentine's cards explaining why they love the program.