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From School & Family Partnerships |
Anne Arundel County Public Schools |
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Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell |
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December 9
2-Hour Early Dismissal
Professional Development |
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December 9
Unity Day
Wear orange to show unity for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. |
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December 22-31
Schools & Offices Closed
Winter Break |
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December Board of Education Meetings
Public Session: Wednesday, December 3, 12:00pm *Public Workshop: Monday, December 15, 6:00pm Public Session: Wednesday, December 17, 6:30pm
For Board of Education meeting calendars, opportunities for comment, and other Board documents visit the Board of Education site.
*As needed
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5:30-7:45pm Tuesday, February 10, 2026 - Annapolis Middle School Wednesday, April 22, 2026 - Severn Run High School |
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You Belong Here!
Family Forum
Let's Talk Bullying
Attend one of two remaining Family Forums to engage in conversations about bullying and how we can work together to build inclusive schools.
Registration will open closer to each date.
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Family Engagement Tip of the Month |
Asking Questions About Their Day |
Do you get a shrug of the shoulders and a "fine," when you ask how your child's day was?
Try asking directed questions. They can be a mix of open-ended and closed questions to help you engage them in conversation.
Closed-ended questions - These questions have a limited set of responses, very often yes/no, or specific answers.
Open-ended questions - These questions allow for answers that can be detailed and varied depending on the situation.
What was the best part of your day? What is something you would have liked to go differently? Who did you sit with at lunch today? Tell me about something you read in school today. What is something that made you laugh today?
You can extend the conversation based on their answers. Share about your day too! Find more questions you can ask your children at Parent.com.
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IEP 101 - What is an IEP?
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written plan that outlines a student's educational needs and the services they will receive to best access their curriculum. Learn about the parts of an IEP, the IEP timeline, and ways to get support. For more information and resources, visit the website for AACPS Partners for Success.
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Family Academy Live Workshops |
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FAFSA & International Student Aid
Wednesday, December 3
6:00-7:30pm
Old Mill High School
Topics include:
The 2026-2027 FAFSA application Financial aid options for international students The Maryland State Financial Aid application Q&A Session
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Bilingual Facilitators
ensure all families feel welcome in our schools assist with registration and transfers explain to families all about school programs, policies, and procedures assist during emergency situations including homelessness and child abuse translate school-based documents interpret during Parent-Teacher Conferences conduct Parent & Family Workshops participate in community outreach
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Specialized Instruction & Early Intervention Services
December 3 is International Day of Person with Disabilities. The mission of the Division of Specialized Instruction and Early Intervention Services is to provide all students with disabilities access to high quality specially designed instruction and resources through a continuum of services and supports that equip students and their families with the skills and competencies to exit AACPS college, career, and community ready.
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Anne Arundel County Public Library |
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Winder Holiday Events
Looking for something fun to do this holiday season? From crafts, to concerts, to movies, there's something for everyone!
Find Winter Holiday programs at your library!
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Anne Arundel County Recreation & Parks |
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Anne Arundel County Social Services |
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Holiday Sharing Program
The Holiday Sharing Program is a private donation program, matching donors to seniors and/or families in need during Thanksgiving and Christmas.
How to Donate - Sign up to be matched with a family.
I Need Assistance - Complete the form to ask for assistance.
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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.
https://www.aacps.org/
volunteer
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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.
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Youth Experiencing Homelessness |
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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.
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