Quarterfield Elementary

Sending a special shoutout to Ms. Ruiz! 👏 Every single evening, she goes above and beyond to keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming. Incredible work ethic, amazing teammate, and a true behind-the-scenes hero. We appreciate you! 💙 #BelongGrowSucceed

3 months ago, Megan Stower

Photo of Mrs. Ruiz- night time custodian in classroom

Winter is HERE! Be prepared with a device to be kept at home for virtual instruction. Click below to submit your request today!

https://www.aacps.org/o/aacps/page/student-devices-loaner-program

3 months ago, Megan Stower

Afterschool programs kick off today and we are sending a BIG THANK YOU to Mrs. Carter, our Community School Manager, for making these programs possible for our students! Your dedication creates opportunities that support learning, growth, and connection beyond the school day! We appreciate you! 🌟 #BelongGrowSucceed #CommunitySchool

3 months ago, Megan Stower

Photo of Patrice Carter, Community School Manager

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County is scheduled to vote on changes in its policy regarding graduation requirements for students at its next meeting, set for Wednesday, January 14, 2026. For complete information, including proposed changes in the administrative regulation regarding graduation requirements, go to the AACPS News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2625723.

3 months ago, AACPS

Thank you to all the parents, teachers, and staff who joined us for our ELD Coffee and Conversations event today! We are so grateful to build strong connections and support our ELD students and families—one conversation at a time! ☕ #BelongGrowSucceed #CommunitySchoolPartnerships #ELDatAACPS

3 months ago, Megan Stower

Large meeting space with parents sitting at tables and staff presenting a slideshow

Breakfast food offerings for meeting on white table

🍕 Join us for Ledo’s Pizza Night TONIGHT, Thursday, January 8, 2025! Dine in or carry out—it's good food for a great cause! We hope to see you there! #PTANight #FamilyDinner

3 months ago, Megan Stower

Ledos pizza fundraising photo- pepperoni pizza

Thank you to Libarian Sarah and the Odenton Library branch for visiting our PreK classrooms! Interactive story time was a BIG hit and we look forward to partnering with you again! #BelongGrowSucceed #CommunitySchoolPartnership #WelovetoRead

3 months ago, Megan Stower

LIbrarian reading book to large classroom of students

This week on Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent Dr. Bedell shares more about the district’s mentoring program.

English: https://youtu.be/D0a2RMQtGJw
Spanish: https://youtu.be/F-WJVQjDE3A

3 months ago, AACPS

Thursday Thoughts with Dr. Bedell -- January 8, 2026

💤 Pajama Day is coming! Donate $1, students can come out of uniform on Friday, January 9th in their favorite PJs! Cozy vibes + school spirit = Friday FUN! 😄

3 months ago, Megan Stower

Calling it a “proactive and responsible step” to address growing pressures as the Fiscal Year 2027 budget process begins, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell today announced an immediate hiring freeze for the school district’s central and satellite offices.

For more information, go to the AACPS’ News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2619561.

3 months ago, AACPS

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County has opened a link for those wishing to testify virtually at the second of its two public hearings on Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell’s recommended Fiscal Year 2027 operating and capital budgets. For information on both hearings as well as avenues to sign up to deliver testimony, go to AACPS' News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2616536.

3 months ago, AACPS

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell with t wo students

Happy New Year QES! We are so grateful for all of the community partners that helped make the holiday season special. From Project Linus to Lighthouse Church small groups, we are thankful for all of the people that had a hand in serving the QES community! #BelongGrowSucceed #Grateful

3 months ago, Megan Stower

LH church small group ladies with parent and food baskets

Project Linus blanket example- pink polka dot fleece

The Board of Education has scheduled two public hearings and a public workshop on Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell’s Fiscal Year 2027 budget recommendation.

Public hearings will be held on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at Severn Run High School, and Thursday, January 8, 2026, in the Board Room at the Parham Building in Annapolis. Both hearings begin at 6 p.m. The workshop will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, in the Board Room at the Parham Building.

More information, including the process for signing up to speak at the hearings, can be found on AACPS' Budget page at www.aacps.org/fy27budget.

3 months ago, AACPS

🔗View our January 2026 Family Link Newsletter
‣International Parent & Community Leadership Academy
‣Dates to Remember
‣You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣Family Academy Events
‣AACPS Mentorship Programs
...and more!

3 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

The Anne Arundel County Public Schools Office of School and Family Partnerships is looking for candidates for its 11th annual International Parent and Community Leadership Academy (IPCLA), which begins February 17, 2026.

The seven-week academy is aimed at improving communication between the school system and international families as well as diversifying the pool of leaders in schools and communities who can better support the academic achievement of international students and multilingual learners. Meetings will be held during the day at various Anne Arundel County Public Schools locations.

For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2608959.

4 months ago, AACPS

Beginning with freshmen in the 2026-27 school year, all Anne Arundel County Public Schools students will be required to earn one-half credit in financial literacy in order to graduate, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell has announced.
For details, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2606299.

4 months ago, AACPS

The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will host elected officials representing the county and the City of Annapolis at its annual Legislative Breakfast on Monday, January 5, 2026.
For details go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2606278.

4 months ago, AACPS

The Chesapeake Regional Association of Student Councils (CRASC) will launch the 2026–2027 Student Member of the Board (SMOB) election cycle by hosting a virtual information night on Tuesday, January 7, 2026.

For more information and details on the process, go to the News Release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2606248.

4 months ago, AACPS

Continuing a pattern of prudent and responsible budgetary decisions and placing a clear emphasis on prioritizing people over launching a slate of new programs in light of budgetary constraints at various levels, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell tonight recommended a Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget to the Board of Education tonight that dedicates nearly 49 percent of new funding to employee compensation and benefits.

For details, go to the AACPS news release page at https://www.aacps.org/article/2605182.

4 months ago, AACPS

Join us for an interactive webinar to discuss Tips for Managing Behavior at Home for ages 0-5 years, including evidence-based strategies & practical examples of when to use them. Virtual event details: Birth to Five: Tips for Managing Behavior at Home,📅Wednesday, January 14, 2026, ⏰12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Register at https://forms.gle/9N1Tf6ypKQEmrxJZ6

4 months ago, Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Join AACPS Birth to Five Services for a virtual Lunch & Learn on managing behavior at home on January 14 at 12 pm. Register here: https://forms.gle/9N1Tf6ypKQEmrxJZ6

Únase a los Servicios de Nacimiento a los cinco años de AACPS para un almuerzo y aprendizaje virtual sobre cómo manejar el comportamiento en casa (de 0 a 5 años) el 14 de enero a las 12 pm. Inscríbase en: https://forms.gle/9N1Tf6ypKQEmrxJZ6