School Forms & Tools
Free or Reduced-Priced Meals
AACPS recognizes that School Meals are an important part of our students’ health and wellness. Food & Nutrition Services operates a comprehensive program aligned with the Center for Disease Control, School Health Model and the United Stated Department of Agriculture: Dietary Guidelines for Americans.
The online Free or Reduced-Price Meals Application is open for all families to apply. All information is confidential, and once the online application is submitted and validated, the eligibility status of your student(s) will be sent home.
There's more! When you apply for Free or Reduced-Price Meals, you may qualify for other benefits for your student, your family, and your school!
Learn how to complete this fast and easy online meal benefit application.
Emergency Card Verification
The Emergency Card is an important document that parents/guardians complete to provide current information about their students. This information includes emergency contacts and details about transportation in case of an emergency, and is kept on file at your child's school. A separate Emergency Card must be completed for each student, and you will need your student's birthdate, student number, and 5-digit pin (provided by your school) to access the form.
Please watch this guide on how to complete the Emergency Card Verification Form. For more information or assistance, please contact your child's school.
Click here to complete the Emergency Card Verification Form. Please remember that you will need your student's identification number and 5-digit pin provided by the school to access the form.
The Parent Portal
The Parent Portal gives parents and guardians access to PowerSchool, a communication tool that can be used to access student grades, schedules, attendance information, school forms, and more. Students in grades 5-12 also have access to PowerSchool for students! They can use their student ID and password to log in to PowerSchool and keep track of their classes and grades. Stay connected with the PowerSchool Mobile app, available for download in the Google Play and Apple stores. For more information about Parent Portal and PowerSchool, visit the Parent Portal & PowerSchool site.
How to create a Parent Portal Account
Creating a Parent Portal account allows parents and guardians to view and monitor their student's progress in their classes and access important school forms. Parents/guardians can also choose to receive notifications about student attendance and grades. Learn how to set up a Parent Portal account to access all of these features and stay connected.
AACPS PowerSchool Attendance Form
AACPS's attendance policy requires parents to complete and submit an attendance note in PowerSchool for absences and early dismissals. Learn how to access and complete the form online via the PowerSchool Parent Portal or in the PowerSchool Mobile app. You can find more information about AACPS attendance policies at Pupil Personnel.
Brightspace & Virtual Learning
Brightspace is the learning management system for students in AACPS. On Brightspace, students can access class assignments, announcements, calendars, and other learning tools. On virtual learning days, students can access synchronous and asynchronous learning materials.
For a guide to Brightspace for students & parents and other resources, visit the Student Intro to Digital Tools page.
Reporting Bullying
AACPS strives to assist all students in reaching high levels of academic achievement while maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment. AACPS encourages appropriate behaviors by teaching, guiding, directing, and providing opportunities for new learning occurrences. Opportunities are created for students to succeed in making responsible and effective choices to reach their academic potential and contribute to the school community. For more information, visit the AACPS site for School Safety & Security.
How to report bullying, harassment and intimidation
The Bullying, Harassment or Intimidation Reporting Form is explained, along with the reporting process and what to expect after filing a report. To complete the Bullying, Harassment or Intimidation Reporting Form, visit the site for Anti-Bullying Reporting.
What is bullying, harassment, and intimidation?
What is bullying, what can you do about it, and how can you stop it? Detailed are MSDE and AACPS policies, as well as how to report alleged bullying, harassment, or intimidation. For more information about AACPS's anti-bullying initiative, visit the site for Anti-Bullying Reporting.