Graduating seniors at 14 county high schools will once again receive their diplomas at the Live! Event Center at Arundel Mills this spring, with ceremonies at eight other schools scheduled at other venues, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell announced today.
For more details, go to www.aacps.org/graduations.
Great news… our Candy Drive has been extended! 🎉 Some of our Classroom Candy Monsters are still hungry and need your help! Please send in candy donations to feed your student’s classroom monster.
The classroom with the fullest monster will win a special prize! 🏆 Let’s see those monsters overflowing with treats!
Remember… all the candy collected will be used for our Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Your donations help make this community event extra sweet!
Let’s fill those monsters and make this the best Trunk or Treat yet! 👻🍫
Thank you,
Woodside PTA
The classroom with the fullest monster will win a special prize! 🏆 Let’s see those monsters overflowing with treats!
Remember… all the candy collected will be used for our Trunk or Treat event on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Your donations help make this community event extra sweet!
Let’s fill those monsters and make this the best Trunk or Treat yet! 👻🍫
Thank you,
Woodside PTA
🌍🌐 HAPPY NATIONAL SCHOOL LUNCH WEEK 2025 🧭🌍
We’re excited to announce that National School Lunch Week (NSLW) starts today — and this year’s theme is “Taste the World: Your School Lunch Passport”! 🌎✨
From October 13th–17th, we’ll be celebrating the diversity of global cuisines and the importance of healthy school meals. Each day, our cafeterias will feature delicious dishes inspired by different cultures, giving students a chance to explore new flavors and learn about food traditions from around the world.
🍽️ Here’s what to look forward to:
🥟 Teriyaki Potstickers – A taste of East Asia
🫓 Cheese & Bean Pupusa – A journey through El Salvador
🍛 Tikka Masala – Flavors from India
🌮 Beef Barbacoa – Fresh and flavorful from Mexico
🍗🧀🥘 Chicken & Cheese Enchilada Empanada – A fusion of Latin American favorites
We’re excited to announce that National School Lunch Week (NSLW) starts today — and this year’s theme is “Taste the World: Your School Lunch Passport”! 🌎✨
From October 13th–17th, we’ll be celebrating the diversity of global cuisines and the importance of healthy school meals. Each day, our cafeterias will feature delicious dishes inspired by different cultures, giving students a chance to explore new flavors and learn about food traditions from around the world.
🍽️ Here’s what to look forward to:
🥟 Teriyaki Potstickers – A taste of East Asia
🫓 Cheese & Bean Pupusa – A journey through El Salvador
🍛 Tikka Masala – Flavors from India
🌮 Beef Barbacoa – Fresh and flavorful from Mexico
🍗🧀🥘 Chicken & Cheese Enchilada Empanada – A fusion of Latin American favorites
It's Family Academy Friday! Check out the Family Academy Newsletter at https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/family-academy/newsletters/family-academy-fridays-10-10-25. Visit the Family Academy anytime at www.aacps.org/familyacademy or in Spanish at www.aacps.org/academiafamiliar! #AACPSFamily #BelongGrowSucceed
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will receive new additional information regarding Phase 2 of the comprehensive redistricting process and consider revisions to the current school year calendar at its next regular business meeting, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
At the meeting, the Board will also receive an update on the minimum school funding requirements contained in the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and the work Anne Arundel County Public Schools is doing to meet those requirements.
For more information on the meeting, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2477523.
At the meeting, the Board will also receive an update on the minimum school funding requirements contained in the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and the work Anne Arundel County Public Schools is doing to meet those requirements.
For more information on the meeting, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2477523.
Today are wonderful PTA president checked on the candy monsters. As of today Mrs. Beever class is in the lead. The following class monsters are filling up fast. Seifert, Fava,, Goetze, Ganey and Foote.
Get your candy in by the end of the day Friday Oct. 10th. We might extend the candy drive to next week.
Get your candy in by the end of the day Friday Oct. 10th. We might extend the candy drive to next week.
Woodside Elementary will have our Fall Book Fair October 10/20-10/24 at Woodside Elementary School
Get ready–the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! Find bestselling series and characters that students love from more than 100 publishers. Plus every purchase benefits our school. We hope you can join us for the Best. Week. Ever!
Log in here:Woodside Elementary School Fall Book Fair for a Book Fair sneak peek Explore the Book Fair—virtually! Check out the cases filled with must-have books and get kids pumped with the latest video book trailers.
Book Fair eWallet is the easy way to pay
Available Between:
9/29-10/24
Create a NEW eWallet for each Fair
Students shop without cash
Teachers build classroom libraries
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell discusses the impact of AACPS’ participation in the Harvest for the Hungry program. Get details at www.aacps.org/harvest.
English video: https://youtu.be/m4fX1F2CLws
Spanish video: https://youtu.be/vbNTVHO63nM
Eighty-five school educators have been nominated for the 2025-26 Anne Arundel County Public Schools Teacher of the Year Award. These outstanding teachers, representing schools across the district, were selected for their commitment to student achievement, their ability to build welcoming and inclusive classrooms, and their dedication to going above and beyond in service of children and families.
To see the full list of nominees, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2473426.
To see the full list of nominees, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2473426.
The Board of Education today announced a change in its schedule of public hearings regarding Phase 2 of its comprehensive redistricting process. The changes will allow the Board to receive new additional information from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell that may be helpful in the Board’s decision-making process.
Dr. Bedell told the Board he will present preliminary 2025-2026 student enrollment information at the Board’s next meeting, set for October 15, 2025. As a result, the Board has postponed the first of its two public hearings, scheduled for October 13, 2025.
For more details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2471155.
Dr. Bedell told the Board he will present preliminary 2025-2026 student enrollment information at the Board’s next meeting, set for October 15, 2025. As a result, the Board has postponed the first of its two public hearings, scheduled for October 13, 2025.
For more details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2471155.
Woodside Elementary PTA Meeting TODAY!!! (in person and virtual)
Tuesday, October 7 · 5:30 – 6:30pm
Time zone: America/New_York
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/nan-iqxz-kxr
Tuesday, October 7 · 5:30 – 6:30pm
Time zone: America/New_York
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/nan-iqxz-kxr
Throughout the 2025-2026 SY, WES ES will be hosting Wellness Wednesday events. These events are funded by the Community Schools grant. In October, we are partnering with the Maryland Department of Transportation to promote physical wellness and encourage all families to consider safe ways to walk and roll to school. Join us on Wednesday, October 8th, 15th , 22nd, and 29th
The Board of Education today announced logistics for two public hearings – to be held on October 13 and 27, 2025 – at which members of the public can testify about the four Phase 2 redistricting proposals currently under consideration. For details, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2463907.
Magnet Program Applications open at noon on October 6th and close at noon on November 6th for entry into Magnet Programs 2026-2027. Visit www.aacps.org/magnet for application information and qualifications.
CAT Centers, Contract/Charter, & Virtual Academy use the same site as Magnet Programs for application.
CAT Centers, Contract/Charter, & Virtual Academy use the same site as Magnet Programs for application.
In this week’s edition of Thursday Thoughts, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell talks about the third year of AACPS’ Family Forum events, designed to help families stay engaged in the education of their students. #BelongGrowSucceed #AACPSFamily #OurStory
English: https://youtu.be/AAZv5MaixAw
Spanish: https://youtu.be/uRftCshy2Ks
English: https://youtu.be/AAZv5MaixAw
Spanish: https://youtu.be/uRftCshy2Ks
Our 38th annual Harvest for the Hungry: Kids Helping Kids has begun! Our students find a sense of belonging as they bring in food and encourage donations to the Anne Arundel County Food Bank, learning to give and help others in our community. Bring in food to your local school or donate online at aacps.org/harvest throughout the month of October!
The deadline to weigh in on a potential change in the current school year calendar under consideration by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell is October 1, 2025. Complete information and a link to a short survey can be found at www.aacps.org/calendarchange.
View our October 2025 Family Link Newsletter:
🔗: https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-october-2025
‣Harvest for the Hungry
‣Family Involvement Conference
‣Dates to Remember
‣Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣ You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣Family Academy
...and more
🔗: https://aacps.edurooms.com/engage/anne-arundel-county-public-schools/newsletters/family-link-october-2025
‣Harvest for the Hungry
‣Family Involvement Conference
‣Dates to Remember
‣Family Engagement Tip of the Month
‣ You Belong Here! Family Forum
‣Family Academy
...and more
Join us for our First Friday Family Fun Night on October 3 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. There will be plenty of fun and fellowship. Each child will leave with a book of their choice. This free event is open to all ages. To donate books or if you have questions, call/text Mrs Pearsell at 410-570-2396.
The Board of Education of Anne Arundel County will hold its next regular business meeting at noon on Wednesday, October 1, 2025. The meeting will be held in the Board Room of the Parham Building, located at 2644 Riva Road in Annapolis. It is open to the public and subject to normal space limitations in the Board Room.
For more information, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2448529.
For more information, go to https://www.aacps.org/article/2448529.
