Visit the AACPS Back to School site for the resources you need to prepare for a fantastic school year ahead!
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
Back to School Resources
A/B Day Schedule (available mid-August)
Canvas (Coming soon)
Phase 2 Redistricting
On July 23, 2025, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell delivered two recommendations to the Board of Education. Visit the Redistricting page to view those recommendations, use the interactive map to view school boundaries, and leave comment on the recommendations.
August 18, 2025: The Board of Education will hold a public workshop on Dr. Bedell’s recommendations at 6 p.m. on Monday, August 18, in the Board Room of the Parham Building, located at 2644 Riva Road in Annapolis.
September 5, 2025: The public comment portal on the interactive web map closes.
Dates to Remember
August 25
Schools Open
Grades 1-5, 6, & 9
August 26
Schools Open
Grades 1-12
August 25-Sept 2
Staggered Opening
ECI, PreK, Kindergarten
2025-2026 School Year Calendar
Don't miss a conference, early dismissal day, or day closed this school year.
Add the 2025-2026 School Year dates to your calendar!
August Board of Education Meetings
Meeting: Wednesday, August 20, 12:00pm
For Board of Education meeting calendars, opportunities for comment, and other Board documents visit the Board of Education site.
Family Engagement Tip of the Month
Getting Ready for School
August is here - the month we enjoy our final days of summer vacation and get ready for a fresh new school year. As we soak in the dog days of summer, here are a few tips to help you prepare.
Purchase or gather your Backpack, lunch box, and water bottle.
Check your school website for any needed school supplies.
Prepare your uniforms. Check with your school about uniform sales and giveaways. Not all schools require uniforms.
Add funds to your school lunch account or Apply for Free and Reduced Meals.
Add the school dates to your personal calendar.
Make a plan for organization - Where will you keep your backpack and school materials each day?
Enjoy your last few weeks of summer break!
Family Academy
School Forms & Tools
It's the time of year when we fill out forms, ensure access to PowerSchool, and new this year: gain access to Canvas! This section of Family Academy has videos to guide you in being ready for the new school year:
International Families
Arundel Mills Campus Showcase
August 13, 9am-1pm
This free event is open to everyone in the community. Participants will have opportunities to join short sample classes, attend informational sessions, and talk with staff to learn more about AACC’s programs, student support services, and resources designed to help students succeed.
Visit this Showcase to learn more about English Language Learning (ELL).
Department Spotlight
Library Media
The Library Media Program provides students with the opportunity to become tech-savvy and independent life-long readers and learners. School libraries are the hub of the school where students discover a wide range of books, stories, and texts to encourage a love of reading. Our learners explore print and online resources to find information, build research skills, and learn how to use and share information effectively and responsibly.
Learn more about the Library Media office, what Media Specialists do, and browse the online public access catalog at their website.
Anne Arundel County Public Library
Summer @ Your Library 2025
This annual initiative promotes connection and learning by encouraging everyone to read or get active during summer. From June 1-August 31, kids, teens and adults can play games and attend events to win fabulous prizes along the way.
From reading and music, to wildlife and magic, there is something for everyone this Summer @ Your Library!
Kids: Summer Quest - Help our friend, Sneaks, travel down the trail to complete their artistic masterpiece!
Teens: Choose Your Own Adventure - Read or do activities to earn points and win prizes!
Adults: Wild Card Bingo - Challenge yourself and get entered into a chance to win 4 airline tickets!
Library Happenings: June/July/August
There's so much to do, learn about, and enjoy this summer. Along with Summer @ Your Library, you will find programs and activities for all ages in the Summer edition of Library Happenings.
Anne Arundel County Recreation & Parks
Jug Bay Days
August 1: Guided Tour: Discover Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary
August 2: Bird Walk
August 15: Stream Water Chemistry
August 23: Free Paddle Play Day
Register for summer activities for all ages!
Summer by the River Concert Series
at Historic London Town
August 6: Folk Villians
August 20: Audra Lomax and the EC Jazz Collective
September 3: Eastport Oyster Boys
Anne Arundel County Department of Health
Hot Weather Preparedness
When the temperature rises and more people are enjoying outdoor summer activities, it is important to avoid dehydration and excessive exposure to the sun.
Drink fluids. Water is the best fluid to drink.
Avoid caffeine and alcohol. They can make dehydration worse.
Wear loose-fitting, lightweight and light-colored clothing to protect against the sun’s rays.
Find more suggestions to avoid heat-related illness on the Health Department site.
Watch for signs of heat exhaustion:
heavy sweating
cold pale clammy skin
headache
nausea
Learn more signs of heat exhaustion on the Health Department site.
Volunteers
Volunteer of the Month
Each month, at the first Board of Education meeting, we honor a volunteer.
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers are an important part of the AACPS school community. By offering your time and talent, you enrich the education of our students, support our staff, and serve families in our community.
Virtual Volunteer Portal
Record the hours you volunteer outside of school!
Your accurate data not only helps us thank you, it also serves as an in-kind contribution when the school system applies for grants.
Ask at your school's office if you don't have a login.
Youth Experiencing Homelessness
The federal McKinney-Vento Act ensures all children who live in any of the following situations have a right to enroll in school and receive transportation by request.
in a shelter
in a motel or campground due to lack of adequate accommodation
in a car, park, abandoned building, or bus or train station
doubled up with other people due to loss of housing or economic hardship
If you believe your children may be eligible, or know a child who is, contact your local school and ask to speak to the Pupil Personnel Worker.
All school phone numbers and additional information can be found on the Homeless Students section of the AACPS website.
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