
Family Link March 2024
March 2024

Teacher Recruitment
AACPS is committed to hiring a workforce that is reflective of the students we serve. Our Teacher Recruitment Job Fair will provide candidates from diverse backgrounds and in hard to fill areas with an opportunity to interact with Principals and learn about school system initiatives.
Candidates invited to attend this event include:
- Professionally certified educators
- Candidates with a bachelor's degree interested in pursuing a career in teaching
- Licensed Speech Language Pathologists
- Individuals licensed in a trade interested in teaching a trade (i.e. plumbing, electricity, mechanics, HVAC, cosmetology, etc.)
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Severna Park High School
8:00am - 12:45pm
Registration is Required - Go to the job posting for this job fair and click on Apply for this Position.
Other Recruitment Events
- Student Services positions (School Counselor, School Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Pupil Personnel Worker, etc.) will have separate interview processes and are not eligible for the above event.
- Explore Teaching with AACPS, March 12, 2024, 3:00pm-4:00pm, Online
Dates to Remember
March 10
Daylight Savings Time Begins
Move your clocks forward one hour
March 19
2-Hour Early Dismissal
Professional Development
March 25-April 1
Schools & Offices Closed
Spring Break
Community Conversations with Dr. Bedell
Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Bedell will host a series of community conversations during which attendees will receive updated information on the performance of Anne Arundel County Public Schools and have the opportunity to speak with key school system leaders.
- Monday, March 4, 2024: Broadneck High School, 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 6, 2024: Bates Middle School, 5 p.m.
- Wednesday, March 13, 2024: Northeast High School, 6 p.m.
- Monday, April 22, 2024: Glen Burnie High School, 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 24, 2024: South River High School, 6 p.m.
- Monday, May 6, 2024: North County High School, 6 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 8, 2024: Meade Middle School, 6 p.m.
Family Engagement Tip of the Month
Neurodiversity Celebration Week: March 18-24
According to founder Siena Castellon, “Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. It aims to transform how neurodivergent individuals are perceived and supported.”
What neurological differences are considered Neurodiversity?
ADHD
Autism
Developmental Language Disorder
Dyscalculia/Dysgraphia/Dyslexia/Dyspraxia
Tourettes
How can I help my child support all of their classmates, including both Neurotypical and Neurodiverse?
Talk to your child about how no two people are the same and we all have differences in how we think and learn. One way is not better than the other, and we can support each other.
If your child has a friend who is neurodiverse, encourage them to see their strengths and talents, not just the label.
Read The Umbrella Gang, a comic book series about neurodivergent kids.
As with any situation, talk to your child about how to treat others in a school setting, including kindness, patience, and willingness to help others.
If you would like to know more about how your child can build friendships with all classmates, read Helping children who are neurodiverse build friendships. While this article is geared towards parents of neurodiverse children, it will help you provide your child with a greater understanding of what some children may be experiencing.
Family Academy
College Countdown
The college process is a journey! This video provides a road map of the college process from beginning to end. Topics included are:
An overview of the college process
When to start looking at schools
How to plan a college visit
When to apply
Resources for parents and students
This video is a recording of a workshop presented on November 30, 2023.
Find more videos on Family Academy: Academics & Programs,
Wellbeing & Growth, and Navigating AACPS
International Families
The Anne Arundel County Public Library has a variety of bilingual programs for adults and children. Here are some of their bilingual events coming up in March.
- Discover English Conversation Club, March 4, 6-7pm, Discoveries: the Library at the mall
- Urdu Bilingual Storytime اردو کہانی پروگرام, March 9, 10:30-11:30am, Severn Library
- Free Immigration Consultation, March 9, 2-4:30pm, Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library
- Ask a Lawyer in the Library-Virtual Program, March 13, 11am-1pm, Online
- Language Exchange, March 20, 6-7:30pm, Brooklyn Park Library
- Visit the AACPL website for more information and other programs.
Virtual Support, Homework Help, and Tutoring
Middle & High Schoolers
Virtual Homework Help & Tutoring in:
- Core Subjects: Math, English, Science, Social Studies
- World Languages
- AVID
- ESOL
Find the schedule and how to log in at aacps.org/tutoring.
Elementary Math
Virtual Family Support:
- Drop-in for assistance with understanding K-5th grade Math concepts.
- Provides assistance to students and the adults helping them.
Find the schedule and Google Meet link at aacps.org/tutoring.
Dungeons & Dragons Basics
Learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons at Odenton Library on March 2! Great to attend before their D20 event if you have never played before.
Youth Art Month
In partnership with AACPS, all branches will display student artwork through March 11 and host receptions on March 6.
National Geographic Kids
Young students can find authoritative information from National Geographic Kids magazine, videos and photos. Topics include animals, science, social studies, history and more.
Connected Devices Chromebook Giveaway
As part of AACPL's commitment to help close the digital divide, through a grant provided by Anne Arundel County and the State of Maryland, they are participating in a free Chromebook giveaway for eligible Anne Arundel County residents.
To determine if you are eligible to receive a Chromebook, find a date to receive a Chromebook, and to register, visit the Connected Devices Chromebook Giveaway site.
Find all the sports, concerts, classes, programs,
and special events happening around the county, both in the Spring and for Summer Camps in the
Adaptive Programs
Programs offered provide integration opportunities in a fun and non-competitive manner, to challenged youth and their peers.
School Break Fun Days
Swimming, arts & crafts, and games for Spring Break. Bring a lunch, snack, swimsuit & towel.
Ages 6 to 12, North Arundel Aquatic Center
7:30AM - 5:30PM: Mar 25-Apr 1
Registration Required - $65/day
Summer Camps
Find the perfect Summer Camp for your kids and register now!
Anne Arundel County Department of Health
The Health Department has many programs, services, and resources to keep you and your family in good physical and mental health.
View all of their services to find programs for you and your family!
Choose Nicotine Free Week, March 4-8
There are a lot of reasons teens start to smoke. Whatever the reason, once you start, you soon learn a nasty little secret: smoking is an addiction and it's really, really hard to stop. Visit the Health Department's Choose Nicotine Free site for activities, tips to avoid smoking/vaping, and Quitting resources.
Volunteers
Volunteer of the Month
February 2024 Volunteer of the Month
Vicki Hood, North County High School
"From PTSA, to sports teams, to the senior class, and fundraising, Ms. Hood provides her unwavering support to our students."
Become a Volunteer
Volunteers are an important part of the AACPS school community. By offering your time and talent, you enrich the education of our students, support our staff, and serve families in our community.
Virtual Volunteer Portal
Record the hours you volunteer outside of school!
Your accurate data not only helps us thank you, it also serves as an in-kind contribution when the school system applies for grants.
Ask at your school's office if you don't have a login.
Youth Experiencing Homelessness
The federal McKinney-Vento Act ensures all children who live in any of the following situations have a right to enroll in school and receive transportation by request.
- in a shelter
- in a motel or campground due to lack of adequate accommodation
- in a car, park, abandoned building, or bus or train station
- doubled up with other people due to loss of housing or economic hardship
If you believe your children may be eligible, contact your local school and ask to speak to the Pupil Personnel Worker. All school phone numbers and additional information can be found on the Homeless Students section of the AACPS website.
To make a referral as a community member, service provider, or as a self-referral, please complete the referral form.