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.
July 2023
Alex Stencil, Glen Burnie Park Elementary
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week Ms Stencil! I want to remind you every day how amazing you are. Your depth of care for the kids, especially my son, consistently goes above and beyond. You go above and beyond to ensure he is included in things even with his food allergies and [...]
Courtney Awalt, Manor View Elementary
Thank you for being an amazing teacher, Amelia has loved having you as her teacher! -Kristen Blankenship Oliver S, Student Intern
Tonia Mason, Brooklyn Park Elementary
Thank you for being you with all your love and positive energy! You are our star!💜 -June Latorre Oliver S, Student Intern
Miranda Bouma, Waugh Chapel Elementary School
Ms.Bouma is so great with my son! She is very patient and offers support to him when he is struggling. A teacher who is truly student focused, Ms.Bouma goes over and above to make sure her class is successful. And my son LOVES her! She is all kinds of awesome! [...]
Alivia Clark, Waugh Chapel Elementary
Ms. Clark, Thank you so much for everything you do for Quinn. She loves class so much and we have seen so much growth in her this year. We also think she wants to be adopted into your family:) Thanks!!! Loveless Family Oliver S, Student [...]
Exploring the World of Dance with Coach G: Student’s interview school’s Dance instructor
In this interview, AMS's Student podcast team interviews the dance instructor: Coach G. In this interview they cover topics like what it takes to be a Dance instructor, and how childhood passions can be beneficial and lead to a career.
Lenhart Gina, Glen Burnie Park Elementary School
Thank you for being such a wonderful teacher to our child this year! You are not only our child's teacher, you are her second parent. -Mekides Jagiso Oliver S, Student Intern
A Student Interview with Ms. Hammaker: Supporting our Students Mental Health
Working with so many students give me a sense of purpose and being able to help people is important to me. - Ms. Hammaker
Madi Bradford, Solley Elementary School
Mrs. Bradford has been such a light this year! She is always so helpful and responsive. You can tell that she truly cares about her students and their families. She offers extra resources and goes the extra mile to make sure that all of her students feel loved and cared [...]
Allison Smith, Pershing Hill Elementary
I just wanted to acknowledge you as an amazing teacher. You have so much patience for all kids. I hope you had an amazing week. Miss you all so much. -Janet Oliver S, Student Intern