One of the major reasons we exist at Macaroni KID Bowie-Crofton-Odenton is to make life easier for parents. We know you parents work hard, play hard, and constantly juggle work and family life.
With this mind, we have created a back-to-school guide for the communities in the Bowie-Crofton-Odenton area--we aim to be your one-stop for everything you need to prepare you and your kids for returning to school. We hope it will be all you need to make life a little less hectic as we transition from summer to school.
1. AACPS & PGCPS Important School Information & Links!
Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) Information
- Family Information Line Phone Number: 410-222-5001
- AACPS School Calendar
- How To Become a Volunteer
- Back-to-School Event Dates for Parents
- School Hours
- School Supplies List (Be sure to click on your child's individual school for their supply list -- they are all different and vary from school to school.)
- Bus Schedules
- School Meals
- Apply for Free & Reduced Lunch Application
- A/B Day Schedules for M.S. and H.S. Students
- Mobile App: Anne Arundel County Public Schools has a new mobile app that makes staying informed easier than ever before. Download the app in the App Store or on Google Play today!
Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS) Information
- PGCPS School Calendar
- Back to School Nights by School
- PGCPS Back to School Guide
- Immunizations
- School Supply List
- Enrollment
- Transportation
- School Meals
- Free & Reduced Meals
- Back to School Forms
- How to Become a Volunteer
2. School Supply Giveaways
- 8/17 1-3pm Xfinity- Back to School Giveaway- 10582 Campus Way South-Largo
- 8/17 4-6pm Favor's Back to School Giveaway- Greenbelt
- 8/17 1pm- BackPack & School Supply Giveaway-Victory Christian Fellowship Church- Glen Burnie
- 8/24 12-3pm Back to School Jam at Green Turtle, Gambrills
- 8/24 11am-2pm Back to School Bash by Bridge Church - Annapolis
- 8/26 1-3pm Festival at Riva Back-to-School Event
- 8/28 12-3 One Annapolis Big Good Book Bag Giveaway- Pip & Moyer Rec Center- Annapolis
3. School Supplies Donation Sites
We've got amazing local businesses and organizations in and around Anne Arundel County that are serving as school supply donation sites. They work with directly with families in our country who are in need.
It's super easy to help! While you're out shopping, pick up some extra supplies or simply contribute cash donations. To help, contact one of these places.
Anne Arundel County Back-to-School Program: Annapolis
Salvation Army of Central Maryland: Baltimore
Stuff the Bus- Largo, MD
Walk the Walk Foundation - Backpacks for Kids: Annapolis
WBAL Stuff the Bus on Tuesday 8/20: Severn Walmart, 407 George Claus Blvd.
Zips Dry Cleaners, Glen Burnie and other central Maryland locations
*Note: if you or someone you know is need of school supplies, please contact the Anne Arundel County Back to School Program, Salvation Army or Walk the Walk Foundation. WBAL Stuff the Bus and Zips Dry Cleaning are drop-off only locations.
4. Back to School Shopping
- Maryland Tax-Free Shopping Days Aug. 11-17
- List of Taxable and Exempt Items During Tax-Free Week
- Article: Save Money on Back to School Shopping
5. School Fundraisers
Are you a member of a PTA or work in a school? We've got some fundraising ideas for you. So many wonderful businesses in our communities hold fundraisers to benefit schools and PTAs.
Chuck E Cheese-Largo
Please let us know of other businesses that will host fundraisers for schools and PTAs! Email Gloria at mackidbowie@macaronikid.com.
We will update regularly, so check back often.
6. First Day of School Printables for Pictures
Be ready for the first day of school pictures with our free printables!
7. 💉 Immunizations
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Additional Immunization Clinics in Prince George's County:
- Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
- Cheverly Health Center: 3003 Hospital Drive, Cheverly, MD 20785 | Make an Appointment
- Laurel Clinic: 14207 Park Center Dr Laurel, MD 20707 | Make an Appointment
8. General Back-to-School Prep
- Article: 5 Teacher-Approved Tips to Make Back-to-School Time Great
- Article: Why You Should Go To Open House (And What to Do If You Can't Make It)
- Article: School Bus Safety Tips from Annapolis Fire Department
- Article: What to Expect: Writing Development Milestones in Younger Children
- Preschool
- Middle School
- College
8. Ways to Prevent, Relieve and Cope with Back-to-School Stress
- Article: Tips for Less Back to School Stress
- Article: Back to School Pressures: Four Way We're Stressing Out Our Kids
- Article: Coping with Back to School Anxiety
9. For Children with Special Needs
- Article: The "Get to KNOW Me" Form for Back to School
- Article: KINDness in Special Education
- Article: Things I "Pack" for an IEP Meeting
10. Meal Prep Ideas
- Article: Foods that Make the Grade: Bento Box School Lunch Ideas
- Article: 5 Easy Dinners to Make with a Rotisserie Chicken
- Article: MacKid Mom Hacks: 9 Tips for Packing Lunches
- Article: Tips for Making Breakfast Easy on Busy School Mornings
📚 Anne Arundel County & Bowie Homeschool Guide
For homeschool families in Anne Arundel County & Bowie, Macaroni KID has a Homeschool Guide (coming soon!) of local businesses and organizations that either have dedicated homeschool programs or are friendly to the homeschooling community.
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