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From School & Family Partnerships |
Anne Arundel County Public Schools
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March is Music in Our Schools Month |
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March is Music in Our Schools Month, a fun and exciting time to celebrate the power of music in students’ lives! Schools across the country showcase performances, special events, and creative projects that highlight the talents of young musicians and the dedication of their music teachers. It’s a month full of song, rhythm, and joy, bringing students, families, and communities together to celebrate the creativity, teamwork, and lifelong love of music that music education inspires. |
| Upcoming AACPS Music Events: Middle School Choral Festival
March 2-4, 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Southern HS High School Band & Orchestra Festival
March 10-12, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Crofton HS Middle School Band & Orchestra Festival
March 18-19 & 23-25, 9:30 am - 5:30 pm
Crofton HS
To learn more about the AACPS Music Department, visit www.aacps.org/music. |
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March 17
2-Hour Early Dismissal
Project Unity Day & Professional Development |
| March 20
Schools & Offices Closed
Eid al-Fitr |
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March 27
Schools Closed for Students
Teacher Work Day |
| March 30 - April 6
Schools & Offices Closed
Spring Break |
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| March Board of Education Meetings |
Public Session: Wednesday, March 4, 12:00 pm Public Hearing: Monday, March 16, 6:00 pm (as needed) Public Session: Wednesday, March 18, 6:30 pm
For Board of Education meeting calendars, opportunities to comment, and other Board documents, visit the Board of Education site. |
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Opening soon: Kindergarten Registration & Prekindergarten Application |
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| You Belong Here! Family Forum:
Let's Talk Bullying |
Attend the last Family Forum to engage in conversations about bullying and how we can work together to build inclusive schools. April 22, 2026
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Severn Run High School
Register now to attend! |
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Family Engagement Tip of the Month |
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Healthy Eating Supports School Success
Did you know that healthy eating helps students thrive in school? Proper nutrition fuels the brain, supports physical health, reduces absences, and helps children stay focused and ready to learn. Families can promote healthy habits in fun and simple ways: |
- Connect at mealtimes – Sit together, turn off devices, and enjoy conversation.
- Plan ahead – Reduce stress by planning meals for the week.
- Get everyone involved – Younger children can wash produce or mix ingredients, while older kids can help with meal prep.
- Offer variety – Include foods from all food groups: fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy.
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Let kids make choices – Serve meals family-style to encourage creativity and independence at the table.
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Healthy eating is not only good for growing bodies - it’s a foundation for learning and success! |
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Supporting LGBTQ+ Children and Adolescents
March 31 is International Transgender Day of Visibility. Parent and guardian support is important to the health and well-being of LGBTQ+ students. Learn how being a member of the LGBTQ+ community can impact children and teens, and get resources on how to show your support. |
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Birth to Five Evening Edition: Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder The AACPS Family Academy, in partnership with AACPS Birth to Five Services, presents a webinar on Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Join us for a virtual discussion on the unique characteristics of individuals with ASD and strategies to support students at home and in their communities.
Register for this webinar Birth to Five Evening Edition: Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (webinar)
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm |
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AACPS Information for International Families
International families looking for support, information, and resources related to immigration issues can visit www.aacps.org/internationalinfo. |
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Anne Arundel County Government resources
- Community resources
- Legal resources
- Mental health resources
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The AACPS music program offers students opportunities to learn, perform, and grow through band, orchestra, chorus, general music, and specialized ensembles. Students can participate in All-County groups, festivals, summer music camp, and concerts that showcase their talents while building creativity, discipline, and confidence. Middle and high school students can also apply and audition for APEX Arts, a magnet program providing an advanced, immersive focus on performing and visual arts within a collaborative and supportive community.
AACPS Music Department: www.aacps.org/music.
APEX Arts program: www.aacps.org/apexarts. |
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Anne Arundel County Public Library |
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Girl Power Hour
Ages: Preschool - 10 Saturday, March 7
10 am - 11 am
Severna Park Library |
| Art Night: Women's Silhouette Art
Ages: 11+, Adults Tuesday, March 10
6 pm - 7:30 pm
Deale Library |
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Women's Health Series: M Factor 2
Ages: Adults Wednesday, March 25
6 pm - 7:45 pm
Riviera Beach Library |
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Anne Arundel County Recreation & Parks |
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Maryland Day Weekend Historic London Town & Gardens March 20-22, 10 am - 4 pm
A 3-day weekend of free tours, family friendly activities, and living history programs. historiclondontown.org |
| | Anne Arundel Community College
College Fair Thursday, March 12, 5 pm - 7 pm Meet representatives from AACC and 120+ colleges to explore programs, campus life, admissions and financial aid information. AACC 2026 College Fair Information |
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Anne Arundel County Health Department |
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Strengthening Families Program The Strengthening Families Program is a FREE, 12-week program designed to help families grow stronger together. - Build a stronger family bond
- Improve relationships with children
- Learn how to communicate effectively
- Increase parenting skills The deadline to register is March 13, and space is limited! Register today by contacting Jessica Placido,
Bilingual Family Skills Program Supervisor, at 443-649-5234 or steps@aacounty.org. |
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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.
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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