Check out what’s going on in the four areas AACPS Division of Academics & Strategic Initiatives (ASI): Curriculum & Instruction (C&I); Advanced Studies & Programs (ASP); Partnerships, Development& Marketing (PDM); and Professional Growth & Development (PGD). Throughout the year, this page will feature highlights on professional development opportunities, curricular support, grant and engagement opportunities, Triple E updates, instructional strategies, awards & recognitions, Programs of Choice offerings, and family outreach events.

November 2024

School Sounds Episode 1 featuring Ivy League

November 25th, 2024|Our AACPS Stories, Severna Park HS, Severna Park Stories, What's New|

AACPS TV presents School Sounds Episode 1 featuring Ivy League from Severna Park HS. Ivy League is the group of Keith, Cameron, and Nicholas.

The One and Only… Arundel Culinary Club

November 25th, 2024|Arundel High School, Arundel Stories, Our AACPS Stories, What's New|

The Arundel High Cooking Club is a new club that hosts a vibrant community of aspiring chefs exploring cuisines from different parts of the world. This year, they are trying foods from Mexico, Italy, Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Greece.

Introducing… AACPS School Sounds. First Stop, Severna Park HS with Ivy League! Get Ready!!

November 1st, 2024|Our AACPS Stories, Severna Park HS, Severna Park Stories, What's New|

Announcing AACPS TV’s School Sounds!! We will be highlighting bands, groups, solo artists, and other musicians from AACPS schools, celebrating them for their musical achievements.

October 2024

2nd Star Productions Welcomes a New Show Season with the Help of AACPS Student & Staff

October 6th, 2024|Open for Business|

"I think a lot of educators are drawn to theatre because of the work they have to do to connect with students as teachers. Also, the theatre magnet programs in AACPS, like Apex Arts, helps prepare the students to be great performers as well" - Lauren Riley Sayles

Shaping the Leaders of Tomorrow: The Only Competitive Speech and Debate Team in Anne Arundel County

October 2nd, 2024|Arundel High School, Arundel Stories, Our AACPS Stories, What's New|

For many students, Speech and Debate is 'their thing.' It gives them a group to belong to that gets them involved in the school, especially if there might not be another activity that connects them to the school or their peers. - Teresa Dimka

Spirits In the Air – Student Reporter Spotlight

October 2nd, 2024|Our AACPS Stories, Severna Park HS, Severna Park Stories, What's New|

Friday Night Lights takes the excitement of the school day and carries it into the afternoon ahead of kickoff. As sophomore Micheal Pastine, SkillsUSA president, put it, “This brings excitement to the game. If they’re out there having fun before the game, they will go in hyped and ready to watch the game.”

September 2024

South River High School Recognized as a Unified Champion Banner School

September 20th, 2024|Our AACPS Stories, South River HS, South River Stories, What's New|

South River High School is improving the lives of so many, most importantly students, by making acceptance and inclusion typical in the day-to-day. - Special Olympics Maryland

South River High School Celebrates Its AP Capstone Diploma Recipients

September 10th, 2024|Our AACPS Stories, South River HS, South River Stories, What's New|

“We proudly recognize the achievements of students who participated in the AP Capstone Diploma program,” said Ms. Smith, South River Principal. “With the help of dedicated teachers, our AP Capstone students explored their passions through scholarly research as part of an impactful, multiyear program. This meaningful college readiness program will serve our students well after high school.”

The YoJo Show Prepares for a Milestone Working with Communities

September 9th, 2024|Open for Business|

"To combine the world of mascoting with education while going to schools to help teach the educational themes of reading motivation, heath & fitness, anti-bullying, and test taking strategies is rewarding" - Bromley Lowe

August 2024

Explore New Savings on the Updated AACPS Employee Discount Page!

August 29th, 2024|Business & Community Development, Community Partnerships, Our AACPS Stories, Our Community, What's New|

We’re excited to announce that the Employee Discount page has been fully reviewed and updated, offering even more opportunities for AACPS employees to save.