What is BCD?

The Business and Community Development (BCD) Department works with the community to cultivate relationships that will benefit students, families, and employees. Our team:

  • Creates partnerships with businesses and individuals in the community;
  • Supports grant development across the county;
  • Provides consulting and coordinate campaigns to help AACPS better share its story with the community;
  • Serves as the liaison to the The Education Foundation of Anne Arundel County Pulbic Schools, the non-profit, fundraising partner of the school system.

What’s New

South River High School Recognized as a Unified Champion Banner School

South River High School is improving the lives of so many, most importantly students, by making acceptance and inclusion typical in the day-to-day. - Special Olympics Maryland

South River High School Celebrates Its AP Capstone Diploma Recipients

“We proudly recognize the achievements of students who participated in the AP Capstone Diploma program,” said Ms. Smith, South River Principal. “With the help of dedicated teachers, our AP Capstone students explored their passions through scholarly research as part of an impactful, multiyear program. This meaningful college readiness program will serve our students well after high school.”

Share Your Story

The Faces of AACPS Campaign celebrates the people—students, employees, community members, and alumni—who make Anne Arundel County Public Schools awesome.

We want to hear your story! Tell us about someone in AACPS that has inspired you, a unique opportunity you had with a school, or how your experience with AACPS has made a positive impact in your life.

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