Winter weather is upon is and the easiest and fastest way to stay on top of school schedule changes is to download the AACPS app! App notifications are in the first set of messages sent out when weather decisions are made.
The app is free and accessible to anyone (not just families of students). Be sure to follow the school or schools in which you are interested as well!
Download the app in the App Store or on Google Play.
10:00 a.m., 12/14/25: In order to allow facilities and operations crews to clear school lots and walkways in preparation for classes tomorrow, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools facilities will be closed for all groups and activities today, December 14. At this time, all schools will operate on normal schedules on Monday, December 15.
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell will present his recommended Fiscal Year 2027 operating and capital budgets at the next meeting of the Board of Education of Anne Arundel County, scheduled for Wednesday, December 17, 2025.
The Board will also hold a public workshop to discuss information related to the recently released Maryland Report Card results at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2025, in the Board Room. The Maryland Report Card provides schools across the state with star ratings calculated from a variety of academic, attendance, and curriculum factors.
For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2595431.
The Board will also hold a public workshop to discuss information related to the recently released Maryland Report Card results at 6 p.m. on Monday, December 15, 2025, in the Board Room. The Maryland Report Card provides schools across the state with star ratings calculated from a variety of academic, attendance, and curriculum factors.
For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2595431.
Our Winter Wonderland party is coming on Friday, December 19, during the last school day before winter break. We're in need of more volunteers to help make it a magical day!
Learn more: https://www.cspespto.com/events/winter-wonderland
Volunteer: https://www.evite.com/signup-sheet/4745548167118848
Learn more: https://www.cspespto.com/events/winter-wonderland
Volunteer: https://www.evite.com/signup-sheet/4745548167118848
LIVE: Watch our k-2 winter performance here! Make sure your sound is up and the sound on the app/site is up! https://gopro.com/v/DvoaMnKVwV
Tiger Families,
As we enter this season of giving, we are reminded once again of the incredible strength and generosity within our CSPES community. We still have several families who could use a little extra support this holiday season, and your kindness can make a meaningful difference.
If you are able, please consider purchasing an item from our CSPES Amazon Holiday Wishlist to help brighten the season for a family in need:
👉 https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2LJWD2J1ZDN38?ref_=wl_share
Every contribution—no matter the size—helps ensure that all of our Tigers feel cared for and supported. Thank you for always showing what it means to belong, grow, and succeed together. 🧡🐯
With gratitude,
Dr. Camacho
Principal, CSPES
As we enter this season of giving, we are reminded once again of the incredible strength and generosity within our CSPES community. We still have several families who could use a little extra support this holiday season, and your kindness can make a meaningful difference.
If you are able, please consider purchasing an item from our CSPES Amazon Holiday Wishlist to help brighten the season for a family in need:
👉 https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2LJWD2J1ZDN38?ref_=wl_share
Every contribution—no matter the size—helps ensure that all of our Tigers feel cared for and supported. Thank you for always showing what it means to belong, grow, and succeed together. 🧡🐯
With gratitude,
Dr. Camacho
Principal, CSPES
📚✨ Calling All 5th & 6th Graders! ✨📚
We’re excited to offer a special opportunity for students to boost their reading comprehension skills in a fun and focused way!
Join us on Saturday, December 13th for a Reading Comprehension Session right here at CSPES!
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Chesapeake Science Point Elementary
🚗 Drop-off & Pick-up: Front office (please be on time!)
This is a great chance to strengthen skills, build confidence, and get extra support before the new year!
🔗 Sign up today and save your spot!
https://forms.gle/f2geZs57YmEg7UjN8
We’re excited to offer a special opportunity for students to boost their reading comprehension skills in a fun and focused way!
Join us on Saturday, December 13th for a Reading Comprehension Session right here at CSPES!
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Chesapeake Science Point Elementary
🚗 Drop-off & Pick-up: Front office (please be on time!)
This is a great chance to strengthen skills, build confidence, and get extra support before the new year!
🔗 Sign up today and save your spot!
https://forms.gle/f2geZs57YmEg7UjN8
Reminder: Our Winter Concert is tomorrow! Tickets have been distributed and sent home with students. If you have multiple students, tickets went home with your oldest child. Families are permitted to bring two adult guests (ticketed) and their school-aged children (who do not need tickets). Please review the information Ms. Hobbs has previously shared by visiting the PTO website: https://www.cspespto.com/events/winter-concert
If you have any questions, please call our main office.
If you have any questions, please call our main office.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will meet at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, for the specific purpose of voting to go into closed session, pursuant to Sections 3-305(b)(7) and 3-305(b)(9) of the General Provisions Article of the Open Meetings Act, to consult with counsel to obtain legal advice on a legal matter and to consider matters related to collective bargaining negotiations.
The meeting will be conducted virtually.
The public may listen to the open portion of the meeting, including the vote to go into closed session, by calling 605-468-8781 and entering access code 685333 followed by the pound/hashtag symbol.
The public may not listen to the closed session portion of the meeting.
The meeting will be conducted virtually.
The public may listen to the open portion of the meeting, including the vote to go into closed session, by calling 605-468-8781 and entering access code 685333 followed by the pound/hashtag symbol.
The public may not listen to the closed session portion of the meeting.
Want to support our CSPES families for the Holiday season? Consider purchasing from our holiday wishlist.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2LJWD2J1ZDN38?ref_=wl_share
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2LJWD2J1ZDN38?ref_=wl_share
It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-12-5-25. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
5:15 a.m., 12/5/25: Due to inclement weather and anticipated hazardous road conditions in parts of the county, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools will open two hours late today. There will be no morning half-day ECSE classes, and no morning sessions at the Centers of Applied Technology North or South. A reassessment of conditions will take place this morning and any changes to this status will be announced by 7:30 a.m. today.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County today adopted a 2026-2027 school year calendar that calls for classes to begin for students on Monday, August 24, 2026, and end on Friday, June 11, 2027.
For details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2579066.
For details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2579066.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County is scheduled to vote on adoption of the 2026-2027 school year calendar at its next meeting, scheduled for noon on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
Also at Wednesday’s meeting, the Board is scheduled to vote on approval of a charter agreement with New Village Academy Public Charter School, which is set to open next fall, and elect officers for the coming year.
For complete details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2571179.
Also at Wednesday’s meeting, the Board is scheduled to vote on approval of a charter agreement with New Village Academy Public Charter School, which is set to open next fall, and elect officers for the coming year.
For complete details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2571179.
View our December 2025 Family Link Newsletter:
🔗 https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-december-2025
‣Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell
‣Dates to Remember
‣You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣Family Academy
‣Financial Aid Nights
...and more
🔗 https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-december-2025
‣Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell
‣Dates to Remember
‣You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣Family Academy
‣Financial Aid Nights
...and more
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has been presented with a recommended 2026-2027 school year calendar that calls for classes to begin for students on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, and end on Friday, June 11, 2027.
For details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2561140.
For details, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2561140.
Dear Families,
Picture retakes will take place on the morning of December 9th, 2025. If you would like your child to have their picture retaken, please complete the form linked below:
Picture Retake Request Form: https://forms.gle/iyisEU1Kt3xGQz1a6
Please note that students who were absent on the original picture day will automatically be included in picture retakes and do not need to complete the form.
Thank you!
Picture retakes will take place on the morning of December 9th, 2025. If you would like your child to have their picture retaken, please complete the form linked below:
Picture Retake Request Form: https://forms.gle/iyisEU1Kt3xGQz1a6
Please note that students who were absent on the original picture day will automatically be included in picture retakes and do not need to complete the form.
Thank you!
🌟 CSPES Culture Tree – We Need Your Help! 🌟
This year, we are creating a Culture Tree to celebrate the beautiful diversity that makes our school community so special. We are inviting each family to send in a small ornament, trinket, or symbol that represents your culture, heritage, or family traditions.
It can be anything—a flag, a small keepsake, a handcrafted item, or something meaningful from your celebrations or background. Your contribution will help our students see themselves (and each other!) represented as we learn about the many cultures that make up our Tiger family.
Please send your item to school with your child by [insert date] so we can add it to our Culture Tree.
Thank you for helping us celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures that make CSPES truly Unstoppable. 🐯💛🧡
This year, we are creating a Culture Tree to celebrate the beautiful diversity that makes our school community so special. We are inviting each family to send in a small ornament, trinket, or symbol that represents your culture, heritage, or family traditions.
It can be anything—a flag, a small keepsake, a handcrafted item, or something meaningful from your celebrations or background. Your contribution will help our students see themselves (and each other!) represented as we learn about the many cultures that make up our Tiger family.
Please send your item to school with your child by [insert date] so we can add it to our Culture Tree.
Thank you for helping us celebrate the rich tapestry of cultures that make CSPES truly Unstoppable. 🐯💛🧡
