8:00 p.m., 1/8/25: To answer a question we have received about Thursday morning’s reassessment: The reassessment would allow school system staff to continue to address any issues at schools. It does not mean students would report to school at their standard start times or that students would engage in virtual instruction. We have every expectation that we will open schools on a two-hour delayed schedule Thursday. We hope this clarifies the issue.
4:30 p.m., 1/8/25: All Anne Arundel County Public Schools will open two hours late on Thursday, Jan. 9. There will be no morning half-day ECI classes, and no morning sessions at the Centers of Applied Technology North or South. Families transporting students to school and those whose students walk to school should allow additional time and utilize extreme caution. A reassessment of conditions will take place on Thursday morning and any changes to this status will be announced by 7:30 a.m. on Thursday.
Our #AACPSAwesome Operations teams are out at schools this morning clearing lots and walks so that we can get students and staff back to school as quickly as possible. Please do your part by staying away from these areas so crews can do their work.
Residents should also clear the sidewalks in front of their homes so our students have safe paths to walk to schools when they reopen.
Let's all pitch in together! Thanks!
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
4:30 p.m., 1/6/25: Due to inclement weather, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 7. There will be no instruction for students. A Code Red is in effect for employees. Unit III personnel must report to their work locations as required and will receive additional information.
4:30 p.m., 1/5/25: Due to the forecast for severe inclement weather, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, January 6. There will be no instruction for students. A Code Red is in effect for employees. Unit III personnel must report to their work locations as required.
No, Bob doesn’t know yet if there will be school on Monday. But Bob DOES KNOW you can help support CAT South students going to state, regional, and national competitions through the purchase of “Keep Calm” apparel. All of the proceeds help CAT South students. You can place orders at https://www.catsouth.org/schoolstore.
As for Monday, we’ll all just have to stay tuned. Bob will let you know when he knows.
#BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #KeepCalmBobWillCall #PleaseBob
In this week's edition of Thursday Thoughts,
Superintendent Dr. Mark Bedell discusses 2025, finishing the first semester strong, and taking time for mental health. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily
https://youtu.be/eKrYCmLbnzk
REMINDER: All Anne Arundel County Public Schools and offices will reopen tomorrow, January 2, on normal schedules.
View our January 2025 Family Link Newsletter:
https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-january-2025
At its December 18, 2024, meeting, the Board of Education was presented with two recommended 2025-26 school year calendars by the AACPS Calendar Committee. The Board is now seeking public input on those recommended calendars.
The calendars, complete information on the discussion by the Calendar Committee and a link to provide input can be found at www.aacps.org/2526calendar. Input will be accepted through noon on January 3, 2025.
Thank you.
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell talks about his recommended Fiscal Year 2026 budget and the quest to become a phenomenal school district in this country. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
https://youtu.be/9Og_PO5mvH4
Make time to see the work of our amazing elementary student artists at the Winter Wonderland exhibit at Annapolis Mall before it closes on January 2, 2025. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
https://www.capitalgazette.com/2024/12/16/anne-arundels-elementary-school-artists-shine-at-winter-wonderland-themed-exhibit/
2024-2025 School Year - 1st Quarter Honor Roll
Congratulations to all AACPS students who made the honor roll.
www.aacps.org/honorroll
#BelongGrowSucceed
#AACPSCelebrates
It’s the gift-giving season, and here’s another reason to leave home to shop: You get to see #AACPSAwesome artwork from our amazing elementary school students at the Winter Wonderland exhibit at Westfield Annapolis Mall. Check it out today! #AGiftInItself #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
Thank you to everyone who attended last night's Family Academy Financial Aid workshop presented by our partners at Anne Arundel Community College. Participants learned how to complete the FAFSA and other college financial aid options, including financial aid for international families. If you missed it, join us for the next Family Academy Financial Aid Night on January 22nd @ 6pm at Glen Burnie HS! Register at https://forms.gle/RqBgP6Bye1oLMPft6. Interpreters available upon request.
It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-12-6-24. Visit the Family Academy at www.aacps.org/familyacademy! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
In this week's edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell talks about working with the newly constituted Board of Education to continue to help every student Belong, Grow, and Succeed. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
https://youtu.be/2vB2ANeO7Uc
🏈The stage is set!🏈 This Saturday, December 7th at 7pm, the Arundel High School Wildcats are ready to take on Linganore High School in the 3A State Football Championship at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis! It’s time to show our Wildcats some love and pack the stands as a #AACPSFamily! Let’s cheer them on as they fight for the state title and bring the trophy home! Don’t miss out on this epic showdown—grab your tickets, wear green, and get ready to make some noise! 🗓️ Date: Saturday, December 7th, 7pm📍 Location: Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis. Let’s go, Wildcats! 💚🐾 #AACPSFamily #StateChampionship #Arundelbleedsgreen #BelongGrowSucceed
AACPS Birth to Five Family Outreach, Special Education Family Support, and Family Academy are hosting a virtual lunch and learn session on Family Rights in the Special Education Process: Thursday, December 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm. Register at https://forms.gle/UpvCokHGyvUjx6Y39. We hope this session will empower families with the tools and information to be their child's best advocate.
History was made today as, for the first time, all seven elected members of the Board of Education took their oaths of office to begin new four-year terms. Congratulations to Gloria Dent (District 1), Robert Silkworth (District 2), Erica McFarland (District 3), Sarah J. McDermott (District 4), Dana Schallheim (District 5), Joanna Bache Tobin (District 6), and Dawn Pulliam (District 7). They are joined by Student Member of the Board Hafsa Hamdaoui of Crofton High School. Thanks to Clerk of the Circuit Court Scott Poyer for administering the oath. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
