It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-1-24-25. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
We are a week away from our Winter Concert on Thursday, January 30th at 6pm.
We hope to see alot of families come out to watch the concert.
Performers, please arrive by 5:30 and report to the gymnasium. We look forward to sharing our wonderful talents and hard work with the community!
Good Morning Families,
The purpose of this communication is to inform you of our virtual day learning schedule so that IF we are to move to virtual learning, you and your child will have a smooth day of learning.
AACPS has updated the virtual learning day schedule in order to provide additional synchronous hours and office hours for our youngest learners (PreK 3-2nd grade). Your child’s teacher will send a more detailed schedule when we are in a virtual learning event. If you need to request a device or want more information about the program, visit https://www.aacps.org/page/student-devices-loaner-program
Your child’s teacher will post all learning materials on their Brightspace page. This resource - VID Google Meet Link will help you and your child access these resources.
Please check the following sites for additional tips and information:
https://www.aacps.org/
Delay/Closing - Weather Notifications | Anne Arundel County Public Schools
https://www.aacps.org/page/virtual-learning
If you have questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your child’s teacher or administrators, Principal Barnes (labarnes@aacps.org) and Assistant Principal Connelly (mcconnelly@aacps.org) .
Sincerely,
Lorie Barnes
Principal Woodside Elementary
In this week's edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses the upcoming Cool Schools Plunge, through which AACPS students and staff raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for Special Olympics Maryland. You can support the cause by going to www.plungemd.com.
https://youtu.be/elp0YypqabA
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
Hello Parents and Guardians,
The first semester has ended, and we would love your feedback as we shift to the second semester. Join us this Friday 1/24 at 9 am to hear your feedback on anything related to wrap-around services, academics, social-emotional needs, or community events.
We’re excited to offer an all age Jazzercise session just for you this Wednesday, January 22 at 6pm-7pm! There will be prizes, refreshments and water for everyone. Feel free to invite others in the community.
Today over 500 teaching assistants gathered virtually for AACPS' first Paraeducator Symposium, Empowering Paraeducators for Student Independence, organized by the Division of Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Services. This professional development provided our valuable teaching assistants, from early childhood through high school, with sessions on a variety of topics including enhancing inclusive learning environments for all students. Seeing families as valuable members of our students' teams, the latest edition of the Family Academy features a session entitled, Inclusion: What is it and Why is it so Important? available to watch on the Family Academy YouTube channel at https://youtu.be/iFNZlPKmG24 (English), https://youtu.be/HNv-TpYadzc (Spanish)
4:15 p.m., 1/21/25: Anne Arundel County Public Schools will operate on a normal schedule for all students and staff on Wednesday, January 22.
Families are encouraged to take steps to ensure students are appropriately dressed for the extremely cold temperatures that are forecast for Wednesday morning. Information from the Anne Arundel County Department of Health related to handling the cold temperatures appropriately can be found through this link or at www.aacps.org. Those precautions include layered clothing and appropriate attire to ensure that hands, faces, and skin are covered.
Families of students who walk to school should consider making arrangements to drive or have their students driven to school.
Thank you.
5:30 p.m., 1/20/25: Out of an abundance of caution, AACPS employees will report to their work locations two hours later than normal on Tuesday, January 21. Employees scheduled to take part in professional development meetings should contact the organizer of their meeting for updated information.
Unit III employees will receive reporting requirements for Tuesday, January 21, in a separate message.
No decision has been made on the status of school system operations for Wednesday, January 22.
Have you registered for the Family Wellness Forum? The Family Wellness Forum is an exciting and empowering initiative for all AACPS families! This event is designed to provide you with valuable resources, tools, and strategies to help strengthen your student’s well-being. Register today: https://forms.gle/3BQ98gEneWmRVEr78. We’re excited to come together and create lasting positive change – see you there! 📆 Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30pm 📍Marley Middle School
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
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell today announced the #LiftLA campaign, which will raise funds to assist the students and families of the Los Angeles Unified School District impacted by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles. Info: www.aacps.org/drbedellmessage.
Hello Woodchuck Families,
Don't forget we are hosting a Family Fitness Class at Woodside every Wednesday in January from 6-7pm. All are welcome. RSVP is recommended but not required. Mats will be provided. Can't wait to see you there!
We are thrilled to invite you to the Family Wellness Forum – an exciting and empowering initiative for all AACPS families! This event is designed to provide you with valuable resources, tools, and strategies to help strengthen your student’s well-being. Register today: https://forms.gle/3BQ98gEneWmRVEr78. We’re excited to come together and create lasting positive change – see you there! 📆 Thursday, January 23rd, 5:30pm
📍Marley Middle School
The last Family Academy College Financial Aid Night is January 22nd from 6-7:30pm at Glen Burnie HS! Join us to learn about how to apply for college financial aid, including information on financial aid options for international students.
Register for this event at https://forms.gle/RqBgP6Bye1oLMPft6.
Interpreters available upon request.
We’re excited to offer an easy flow yoga session just for you this Wednesday, January 15 at 6pm-7pm! Yoga encourages mindfulness and relaxation, helping reduce stress and improve overall well-being. In this session, participants will move through simple poses that help increase flexibility, strength, and balance, and focus on breathing techniques to help you focus and calm your mind. Yoga is suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels. No previous yoga experience is required – this session is about soothing your body and mind, so you can feel refreshed and reenergized. There will be prizes, refreshments and mats for everyone. Feel free to invite others in the community.
https://forms.gle/ZM6zXC53N1qSqSVx5
166 Anne Arundel County Public Schools educators earn National Board Certification #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://www.aacps.org/article/1957495
Join us for our Virtual Cook-Along! The event will take place on Wednesday, January 29th, from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. We will be making Butternut Squash Macaroni and Cheese for dinner and Peach Cobbler for dessert.
Note: Limited spaces available. RSVP ends on Wednesday, January 22. Enrollment is on a first come basis. You will be notified if you have been selected. TO RSVP click the link https://forms.gle/biDTnK8G8LMzZvE56
The class is completely free to join; all you need is the ability to access Google Meet!
As we approach the WIDA ACCESS for ELLs testing, we want to remind families about the importance of your students’ participation. This test helps families understand their students’ English language skills in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing—important information that helps guide the support needed for their success in school. 🗓️ Be sure your student is present on testing days. 🎯 No need to study, just focus on showing what they know! 💬 Talk with your student about their language development and encourage them to do their best. Together, we are a team, and your student's success is our top priority! #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
A message from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell outlining expected behaviors of spectators at athletics and other events has been posted online. Please take a few minutes to read this message and understand how to best support our students. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
www.aacps.org/drbedellmessage
