Shady Side Elementary School

Opened in 1971, Shady Side Elementary School enrolls more than 400 students in kindergarten through grade five. It operates several academic departments, such as language arts, mathematics, science and social studies. The school additionally has art, music and physical education specialists. Shady Side Elementary School also offers the English for Speakers of Other Languages program and gifted and talented education. It supports band and strings clubs. The school s media center houses a library classroom, video-viewing and storytelling areas and over 10 computer laboratories. Its other features include a puppet theater, school's weather station, and shelving that comprises a collection of books and audiovisual media resources. The media center hosts faculty and parent-teacher meetings, luncheons, tea parties and puppet play performances. Shady Side Elementary School is located in Shady Side, Md., and is a part of Anne Arundel County Public Schools.

Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) is dedicated to fostering an inclusive school community where everyone can belong, grow, and succeed. With a range of programs and initiatives, such as mentorship and the #BePresent initiative, AACPS actively encourages positive role modeling and engagement within its educational environment. The organization is guided by a strategic plan aimed at transforming education through initiatives like the Blueprint for Maryland's Future, which seeks to enhance educational opportunities across the county. The Board of Education, comprising eight members, oversees the school system to ensure effective governance and support for all students and families. Generated from the website