It looks like there is some snow in next week’s forecast. The Maryland State Department of Education requires Maryland school systems to exhaust all built-in inclement weather days before virtual instruction can occur. AACPS has used 0 of the 3 days included in the 2024-25 calendar.

If weather closes schools beyond Wednesday, January 8th, then Thursday, January 9th could be our first Virtual instruction Day. IF a Virtual Instruction Day becomes a possibility as next week progresses, we will share detailed plans through school-wide and teacher communications to promote a successful Virtual Instruction Day for our students and families.

Stage one of our preparations:

• Math and Reading workbook pages: Students will be bringing home pages from their Reveal Math and CKLA Student Activity Books today to use as they would in their classrooms should we have a Virtual Instruction Day. Please keep these in your child's schoolbags until needed.

• Chromebooks: We will not be sending devices home today. This is not a cause for concern. If your child does not have a device at home to use for Virtual Instruction, we will provide detailed plans for alternate learning activities which students can access, with or without technology.

• Instructional formats: Virtual Instruction will look different among grade-levels at the elementary level. More information will be shared if needed.

Second Quarter District Assessments
Students in Grades 3-5 will be participating in the AACPS District Assessments in Reading, Math, and Science over the next two weeks (barring any weather-related changes). Please see the 'Notes for the Week' section above for specific dates for your child's testing days. You can help your child do their best by promoting a good night's sleep, a healthful breakfast, and timely attendance on all testing days.

AVID Information Nights
(for current 5th grade families)

The AVID program (Advancement Via Individual Determination) is a comprehensive initiative aimed at promoting college and career readiness throughout the school. It is designed to assist students in succeeding in school and preparing for their post-secondary education and future careers. AVID achieves this by focusing on academic support, skill development, and fostering a college-going culture to empower students to reach their full potential.