The next meeting of the Innovative School Scheduling Workgroup established by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, in the Board Room of the Parham Building, located at 2644 Riva Road in Annapolis.
The workgroup has been created to engage stakeholders in a robust conversation regarding school scheduling in Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) and to consider innovative school scheduling models for implementation in AACPS. It consists of AACPS staff, elected officials, and representatives from community organizations.
Meetings are open to the public and public feedback on innovative school scheduling in AACPS and the work of the workgroup is encouraged. Individuals will be able to provide comment in person or virtually at the end of each workgroup meeting. A total of five speakers will be permitted to speak for three minutes each. Written comment may also be submitted to Grace Wilson, Senior Legislative and Policy Specialist, at gawilson1@aacps.org.
As the group’s work progresses, more information will be posted at www.aacps.org/schedulingworkgroup. Those who cannot attend meetings in person can watch virtually through links found on that page.
Think twice before buying school supplies! We are about a month into school, what a great start to the year. If your scholar(s) need any school supplies still, please email tthompkins@aacps.org. We have crayons, glue sticks, bookbags and headphones to give to your scholars. Look over things this weekend and reach out when needed. Have a great weekend BPES.
Friendly Attendance Reminder 📲 You can update your child's status in the PowerSchool app! Go to the three dots that say "More", then "Forms" then "Attendance". We want to best support you and your scholar in their learning. Attendance matters.
Apply for Free or Reduced-Price Meals!
Check out the new Family Academy Newsletter at
https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-friday!
Learn about academics and programs, how to navigate AACPS, or get resources on how to support the well-being and growth of students through the AACPS Family Academy online video library. Look for featured content from Family Academy every other Friday on AACPS social media or visit www.aacps.org/familyacademy any time! #AACPSAwesome #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
The PTA would like to continue to show our BPES Staff just how much we appreciate them by treating the staff to weekly snacks and drinks. If willing, please consider donating this school year.
Please use the link below and choose a date that is convenient for you and your family. Please note we will need all donations by the Monday of the week you sign up for. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to bpes_pta@yahoo.com.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4BABAA2CA0FB6-appreciation
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell talks about school safety, the rise in rumors and threats, and the roles we all play in keeping each other safe. #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
https://youtu.be/4fBiE7lmUZs
Interested in joining the PTA? Click the link to sign-up! PTA is one of the ways you can share in decision-making, help grow an inclusive environment, and bridge the gap between home, school and community. We can't do this without you, consider joining today. https://forms.gle/4RQEHD6kJREUZYPC9
5th Grade Families, H.O.P.E. is returning! Our weekly tutoring program is fun, engaging, and FREE. One of our partners here at BPES will be in the building twice a week starting in October. If you'd like your students to receive academic and social support, sign them up today. Spaces are limited for this great program! Scan the QR to register.
Make your voice heard at Family Info Night next Wed, Sept 25th. Three of the major groups at BPES will all be together on one-night to share our plans for the year, hear your ideas and connect with everyone. We can't grow as a school community without you! See you on the 25th!
Everyone has a story, and we empower you to tell it. Coming up in October, you can learn strategies to own and tell your story. BPES is offering this class in collaboration with Anne Arundel Community College. Come enjoy this time of connection and learning. Childcare provided, and the first 8 registrants get a free art kit. RSVP today.
Wow Friends, the slots for Toddler Tour are going fast! We have 1 more seat available for Sept 26th. You will get to learn some tips for supporting your little one in their learning journey and get to see what a morning in PreK looks like. Sign up today. Scan the QR to register.
Our school community is growing and changing daily and there are lots of great things in store this year. Come join us on September 25th from 5:30-7p for Family Information Night. You will have a chance to connect with school leaders and learn about PTA, Title I and all things happening at our school this year. See you then!
Celebrating Constitution Day
Celebrating Our Amazing Technology Team
National IT Professionals Day
#AACPSCelebrates
Ever wondered what pre-Kindergarten actually looks like? If you are a family with small children at home, come on our Toddler Tour on September 26th. Scan the QR code to register for the event, we can't wait to learn and share with you and your little one(s).
Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth
#AACPSFamily #CelebrateDiversity #AACPSCelebrates
Spanish - https://fb.watch/uEf4Bs4pX3/
English - https://fb.watch/uEf8bcBllS/
Our community is full of diverse and unique people, who collectively make us beautiful. We take a moment now to acknowledge and celebrate all of our friends of Hispanic or Latin descent. Here at BPES, we respect honor and value each of you. Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! We hope you join us on Oct 9th for our school-wide Hispanic heritage festival. (Nuestra comunidad está llena de personas diversas y únicas, que colectivamente nos hacen hermosos. Nos tomamos un momento ahora para reconocer y celebrar a todos nuestros amigos de ascendencia hispana o latina. Aquí en BPES, respetamos, honramos y valoramos a cada uno de ustedes. ¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! Esperamos que se una a nosotros el 9 de octubre para nuestro festival de herencia hispana en toda la escuela.)
5th Grade Friends! This is such a pivotal year. Set your scholar(s) up for success with a FREE engaging tutoring program. The H.O.P.E. Tutoring program is back at our school this year for a limited number of students. We will have a bilingual tutor, snacks and all students will belong, grow and succeed. Register today bit.ly/HOPEtutoringBPES (¡Amigos de cinco grado! Este es un año crucial. Prepara a tu(s) estudiante(s) para el éxito con un atractivo programa de tutoría GRATUITO. El programa de tutoría H.O.P.E. regresa a nuestra escuela este año para un número limitado de estudiantes. Tendremos un tutor bilingüe, meriendas y todos los estudiantes pertenecerán, crecerán y tendrán éxito. Regístrese hoy bit.ly/HOPEtutoringBPES)
Our adult education series, Parent University, is back! Throughout the school year, you can choose from a variety of topics to expand your knowledge and become your best self. These classes are for adults in our community and are free of costs. Stay tuned for details on classes available this fall.
🎉 Celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth !
Hispanic Heritage Month began as a week-long observance in June 1968, introduced by Congressman George E. Brown and approved by President Lyndon B. Johnson on September 17, 1968. In 1988, a bill championed by Senator Paul Simon and U.S. Representative Esteban E. Torres extended the celebration to a full 31 days. President Ronald Reagan signed this extension into law on August 17, 1988. On September 14, 1989, President George H.W. Bush officially declared the period from September 15 to October 15 as National Hispanic Heritage Month. This timeframe honors the independence days of several Latin American countries: Mexico (September 16, 1810), Chile (September 18, 1810), Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua (September 15, 1821), and Belize (September 21, 1981).
#CelebrateDiversity
#AACPSCelebrates
