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Friendship Aspire STEM Academy Maryland is a uniformed school. Tops consist of a school polo available for purchase via the link on this page. Here are a few details about the other items to complete our uniform look.

  • The bottom part of the uniform should be beige or blue khakis or a skirt. Parents may purchase these items on their own
  • Boys need to wear a black belt
  • Shoes should be all black or all white
  • Children are required to be in uniform everyday

Below is the official school supply list for the academic year. This list outlines the materials students need to be prepared for classroom learning and daily instruction.

Click this link to learn more about the school closure policy

Click this link to learn more about the enrollment and lottery process for public charter schools. The page provides official details on eligibility, application steps, timelines, and lottery procedures.

Click this link to access emergency contact information and student support resources provided by the Maryland State Department of Education. This page includes services and guidance from the Student Services and Strategic Planning Branch (SSSP), supporting student well-being, safety, and academic success across Maryland schools.

At Friendship Aspire STEM Academy Bowie, we are committed to ensuring that all students have access to a high-quality education, including reliable transportation services. As part of our commitment to meeting the needs of our families, we have identified a safe, affordable school transportation partner as one of your options.

Parent Yellow School Bus is committed to safe and pleasant journeys for your precious cargo. And they are committed to answering your questions, like:

  • How do you sign up?
  • Do they service your area?
  • What is the cost?
  • How can you arrange pickup & drop-off times?
  • What types of vehicles do they operate?
  • Will they pickup your child from your home or a nearby hub spot?
  • Where are the pickup & drop-off locations?
  • How can you arrange one-way or round-trip journeys?

Now you can ask them! We’re happy to provide you key contact information for Parent Yellow School Bus so you may coordinate your child’s transportation directly with them.

Friendship Maryland partners with Innovation Learning to provide safe, supportive Before and After School Care for the 2025–2026 school year. The program is designed to support all families by offering reliable care in a positive, welcoming environment focused on student well-being, community, and fun.
Before School Care is available from 6:30 AM–8:30 AM, giving students a smooth, supervised start to the school day. After School Care runs from 2:45 PM–6:30 PM, offering structured time for students to unwind, connect with peers, and enjoy engaging activities in a safe setting.
Families can choose flexible scheduling options from one to five days per week. CCAP is accepted to help cover programming fees, and additional options are available for drop-in care, early dismissal days, and vacation days.
Registration is open, with affordable registration fees and monthly plans designed to fit a variety of family needs.

Below are the academic performance reports for the 2024–2025 and 2025–2026 school years. These documents provide benchmark data and insights into student achievement and instructional outcomes across grade levels.

In FY26 the operator is receiving 5.5% of funds to provide educational services to the school.

Friendship Aspire STEM Academy Bowie is governed by a Board of Directors. We are happy to provide their names and the meeting dates, times and minutes of their recent meetings

BOARD MEMBERS

Kathy Mason
Board Member

Brandon Cooper
Board Member

Mrs. Deborah Robinson
Board Member

Henri Gardner
Board Vice Chair

Dr. Zinna Pierre PHD
Board Member

2026 BOARD MEETING DATES

JANUARY
Board Meeting January 20th @ 5 pm

FEBRUARY
Board Meeting February 17th @ 5 pm

MARCH
Board Meeting March 17th @ 5 pm

APRIL
Board Meeting April 21st @ 5 pm

MAY
Board Meeting May 19th @ 5 pm

JUNE
Board Meeting June 16th @ 5 pm

BOARD MEETING AGENDA

BOARD MEETING MINUTES