Author: Anne Weaver

Three branches of the Anne Arundel County Public Library are hosting panel discussions on prescription drug abuse and the escalating heroin problem in our communities. Know the triggers and learn who to call for help. A panel of experts will facilitate an open, honest conversation on drug addition and how you can protect your family.… Continue reading “Not My Child”

Watch the latest AACPS-TV Parents’ Corner show here! Parent host, Kathy Shaffer, interviews David Kauffman, Music Coordinator, about the wide variety of music programs available to AACPS students, including in-school, after-school, and summer programs. For more information, you can contact Kathy Shaffer at parentscornertv@gmail.com, or the AACPS Music Office at 410-222-5456.

Anne Arundel County Public Library branches have a wide variety of activities scheduled to celebrate African American History Month, including storytelling, author visits, music, genealogy and more. Check out the schedule, event descriptions, and suggested books at http://www.aacpl.net/african-american-history-month.

Join members of the Anne Arundel County Council of PTAs (AACCPTA) for the 2017 Legislative Breakfast on Thursday, February 2, from 9-10 am, at the House of Delegates Lowe Office Building, Room 170, 6 Bladen Street, Annapolis. Breakfast will be served at 8. Allison Pickard, AACCPTA President, will present their platform at 9, followed by… Continue reading AACCPTA Sponsors Legislative Breakfast

What is the IPCLA? The International Parent and Community Leadership Academy (IPCLA) is designed to develop leaders among international parents and community members in Anne Arundel County. The IPCLA improves communication with international families and diversifies the pool of leaders in schools and the community in order to support the academic achievement of international students.… Continue reading IPCLA Applications Due February 8, 2017

Are you looking for good books for holiday gifts for your children or family members? Take a look at this article from Common Sense Media, with some excellent suggestions.

Your local Anne Arundel County Public Library branch has hundreds of books…and so much more! Check out the Winter edition of Library Happenings for schedules of free holiday activities for children, clubs, game days, coding classes, STEM events, and movies. There’s something for every age and interest. There’s always something happening at your local library!

More than 200 family and community members spent a crisp, cool Saturday morning at Anne Arundel Community College on November 5 attending the fall Family Involvement Conference. Superintendent George Arlotto delivered the keynote address, “Belief and Hope: Essential Ingredients for Growing our Children.” Afterward, attendees chose two breakout sessions from 11 different topics. Did you… Continue reading November 5 Family Involvement Conference a Huge Success!

Events and activities highlighting the importance of science, technology, engineering and math will take place all over the county during the months of October and November! Fun and learning for the whole family. Visit www.aacpl.net for more information.