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
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
Kayla Oliver, Faith Baptist School of Child Development
Thank you Kayla for being so amazing to the kids at this school! You are truly a say in the sunshine in this building! You are so amazing and loving! You are a wonderful teacher and I can’t wait to see what the World will have you do next. -Anonymous [...]
Kayla Oliver, Faith Baptist Of Child Development
Thank you, for being you! You are so amazing with the students at Faith! I can see how much you love working there and being with the kids. You never push the kids away and always bring them in with open arms. This is definitely your calling. I wish nothing [...]
The National Association for Music Education invites Apex Arts Commercial Band to Perform at Leadership Assembly
"We need more of this in our schools, communities, and conferences. Thank you for shining a light on these kids and their amazing work!" - Stephanie Wiegand, Chair for the NAfME Council for Choral Education
The Education Foundation of AACPS Looks to Help Aspiring Pilots Fulfill Their Dream
"Live a life you love" -Gregory S. Winton, Esq.
June 2023
A Great Community Opportunity for Local Youth with the SOFO Beautification Project
"What's great about the project is the youth who work on the project get rewarded by having a day in the Bay on a boat. We really wanted them to connect to the maritime theme," Jennifer Balducci.
Seventh Grade Artists Leave Their Mark on SOFO Maritime Heritage Fence Project
"We had working on the art for the fence project with Mr. Fenton. He really lets us be creative in art club" - Seventh Grade AMS Art Club Student
Annapolis Art Exhibit Highlights the Work of AACPS Art Students and Teachers
Thank you Ms. Zavistky from Severn Elementary for motivating and inspiring our daughter and her art was part of the exhibit.