Welcome to Open for Business – a monthly story series that aims to shine a spotlight on the partnerships we are building with the business community, as they lend their support to those who work hard to make our AACPS goals a reality. Join us as we share inspiring stories of collaboration and partnership from Open for Business! Also check us out via the AACPS TV YouTube playlist.
Rise and Shine Bakery Champions Workforce Advancement Initiatives
"Workforce training reminds people what skills they bring to the table and they feel like a worthy part of the community" - Elizabeth Kinney
Charting Careers Help Students and Families Map a Path to Success
"When you support a young person, you must also support the whole family unit. So our goal is to building a relationship with the student and the family." - Erin Snell
The Complete Player Charity Shines in Youth Empowerment
"A little love, a little encouragement, and a little nudging will keep our kids focused and motivated. That's the goal of TCP." - Andy Schindling
The Bowie Baysox Continue to Hit Homeruns with AACPS Collaborations
"It's great to work with students and see them create and learn. We hoping to have more opportunities to work with students and educators." - Adam Pohl
A Canvas of Collaboration: Chesapeake Arts Center and AACPS Champion Arts Education and Community Enrichment
Discover how the Chesapeake Arts Center collaborates to help shape the future of arts education by providing enriching after-school programs for students while also fostering community engagement.
Power Play in Education: Maryland Black Bears Hockey Team Teams Up with AACPS for Academic Success
Discover how the NAHL Maryland Black Bears Hockey team, stationed at Piney Orchard Ice Rink, has forged an extraordinary partnership with AACPS
The R-City Project Provides Second Step Options for Students and Schools
The R-City Project, a partnership between AACPS, the University of Virginia, and Johns Hopkins University, has taken on the task to help improve relationships in education.
Christina Meighen Helps Adults and Students Address ADHD
Christina Meighen provides dialogue to help better understand adult ADHD and how it plays a role in the education of the modern student.
The Assistance League of the Chesapeake Makes their Mark in the Community
"The Assistance League of the Chesapeake is an all volunteer organization, there are no paid positions, so it's 100% volunteers for everything and that speaks volumes about our community." - Cindy Whittle
Connecting to the Community with the South Forest Drive Business Group
Jennifer Balducci, President of the South Forest Drive (SOFO) business group and one of the leaders of these events, shared her vision for the future of their partnership with the community and their passion for supporting educators and students in an interview.
