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Good Morning BPES families!
Please take a look at our family newsletter for October: https://secure.smore.com/n/q8v35
¡Buenas días familias de BPES!
Echa un vistazo a nuestro boletín familiar de octubre: https://secure.smore.com/n/74983
Please join Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell for the the next session of the “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” series at 6 p.m. tonight at Wiley H. Bates Middle School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.
Celebrating International Translation Day
A big thank you to all of our faculty and staff who work so hard every day to help us reach all of our students and their families.
#BelongGrowSucceed
#UnitedinTranslation
View our October 2024 Family Link Newsletter:
https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-october-2024
The celebration isn't finished yet! Join us on October 9th for Culture Festival in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! There will be tasty food, student presentations, cultural displays and more. We are still looking for hosts to represent their home country. RSVP today and mark your calendars! You can scan the QR code to register.
Please join Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell for the the next session of the “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” series at 6 p.m. tonight at Meade Middle School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.
Don't let the rain stop you. Tonight is Family Info Night! Come connect with our PTA, Title I team and learn about how we are continuing to evolve as a community school. We will have snacks for everyone and there will be a fun read-aloud for your kiddos. We hope to see you there.
5th Grade Families, H.O.P.E. is returning! Our weekly tutoring program is fun, engaging, and FREE. One of our partners here at BPES will be in the building twice a week starting in October. If you'd like your students to receive academic and social support, sign them up today. Spaces are limited for this great program! Scan the QR to register.
Family and Friends of BPES! Tomorrow, 9/25 is Family Info Night. You get to hear from our PTA, Title 1 team and Community Schools about what's in store for the year and ways you can be involved. This is also a great time for questions if you have any. We hope to see you there! The Brooklyn Park Library will be here for a kids read-aloud and we will have light refreshments for everyone.
Please join Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell for the the next session of the “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” series at 6 p.m. tonight at Severn Run High School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.
One of the greatest forms of sharing is through story-telling. Join us in October as Anne Arundel Community College shares pointers on how to harness your power and share your story. (Child care available, first 8 registrants receive a free art kit). Register today!
Registration for the Student Device Loaner Program is now available for students and their families. Devices are expected to be delivered to approved students beginning on October 1, 2024. Details: www.aacps.org/deviceloanerprogram.
Please join Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell for the the next session of the “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” series at 6 p.m. tonight at Broadneck High School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell’s next session of “Partners in Progress: Moving AACPS Forward” will be held at 6 p.m. on Monday, September 23, at Broadneck High School. Details at https://www.aacps.org/article/1762634.
The next meeting of the Innovative School Scheduling Workgroup established by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in the Board Room of the Parham Building, located at 2644 Riva Road in Annapolis.
The workgroup has been created to engage stakeholders in a robust conversation regarding school scheduling in Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) and to consider innovative school scheduling models for implementation in AACPS. It consists of AACPS staff, elected officials, and representatives from community organizations.
Meetings are open to the public and public feedback on innovative school scheduling in AACPS and the work of the workgroup is encouraged. Individuals will be able to provide comment in person or virtually at the end of each workgroup meeting. A total of five speakers will be permitted to speak for three minutes each. Written comment may also be submitted to Grace Wilson, Senior Legislative and Policy Specialist, at gawilson1@aacps.org.
As the group’s work progresses, more information will be posted at www.aacps.org/schedulingworkgroup. Those who cannot attend meetings in person can watch virtually through links found on that page.
Apply for Free or Reduced-Price Meals!
Check out the new Family Academy Newsletter at
https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-friday!
Learn about academics and programs, how to navigate AACPS, or get resources on how to support the well-being and growth of students through the AACPS Family Academy online video library. Look for featured content from Family Academy every other Friday on AACPS social media or visit www.aacps.org/familyacademy any time! #AACPSAwesome #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
Think twice before buying school supplies! We are about a month into school, what a great start to the year. If your scholar(s) need any school supplies still, please email tthompkins@aacps.org. We have crayons, glue sticks, bookbags and headphones to give to your scholars. Look over things this weekend and reach out when needed. Have a great weekend BPES.
The PTA would like to continue to show our BPES Staff just how much we appreciate them by treating the staff to weekly snacks and drinks. If willing, please consider donating this school year.
Please use the link below and choose a date that is convenient for you and your family. Please note we will need all donations by the Monday of the week you sign up for. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to bpes_pta@yahoo.com.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4BABAA2CA0FB6-appreciation
Friendly Attendance Reminder 📲 You can update your child's status in the PowerSchool app! Go to the three dots that say "More", then "Forms" then "Attendance". We want to best support you and your scholar in their learning. Attendance matters.
