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 2023
South River High School Acknowledged as a Top Engineering Source School for 2023
The University of Maryland's A. James Clark School of Engineering has named South River High School as one of its Top 25 Source Schools for 2023. The Clark School ranks 19 overall among more than 200 undergraduate engineering programs, according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2023–24 Best Colleges rankings. [...]
South River High School named to the 2023 AP School Honor Roll Gold School List
South River High School had 74% their of seniors who took at least one AP exam during high school
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.
October 2023
A Look Back at Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
It is an excellent opportunity to celebrate and educate children about rich cultural contributions; educators can foster cultural awareness, appreciation, and understanding among students.
Monthly Spotlight: The AACPS Internship Experience
Intern Quotes: "My favorite part was getting to know the other interns"... "It was definitely welcoming"... "I know what I learned here will help me with my future goals"... "It was a great exercise in networking"... "It was very different than what I expected it to be (in a good way)"... "It was inspirational that Dr. Bedell took time to listen to us, he made us feel very supported."
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
September 2023
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.
August 2023
Monthly Spotlight: Justin Rowland and the AMS Grill Masters Club
Mr. Rowland had a desire to connect with the students in a new way. He knew that the summer break was a time to present an opportunity to show his community he was truly invest and he started the AMS Grill Masters Club.
Diving into the Symphony of Music with Ms. B: Student’s interview schools choir and music teacher
In an interview with Ms. B at Annapolis Middle, the student podcast team there asked Ms. B what led her to want to go down a path in the music field and how she happily ended up where she is now.
Westfield Annapolis Hosts Cars & Coffee to Help AACPS Students Get Ready for School
Starting early on a warm, summer Sunday August morning, you could hear the faint hum of car engines in the distance. Anticipation was growing from the question of, "what kind of cars will we see today?!" When the cars began to arrive, it was such a beautiful sight. From the [...]