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
Shannon Murtha, Hebron-Harman Elementary School
Thank you for being the most welcoming and supportive team during my short stint there. Your preparedness and organization were a tremendous help to me. I know this year hasn't been easy, but I know you've persevered in good spirit. -Brian LeCompte Oliver S, [...]
Lauren Taylor, Hebron-Harman Elementary
Thank you for being the most welcoming and supportive team during my short stint there. I know this year hasn't been easy, but I know you've persevered with tremendous positivity and poise. -Brian LeCompte Oliver S, Student Intern
Jim Cary, Glen Burnie Park Elementary
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week Mr Cary! I continue to appreciate your style of teaching and unique ways of engaging the kids in their learning. From the stories I hear about you, I always hear how much you care, how creative you are and you put yourself in the students' shoes [...]
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