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.
May 2023
Samantha Knight, Lake Shore Elementary
"Thank you for being my teacher all year long. It is so fun being in your class, you are the best! -Ivy"
June Jones, Seven Oaks Elementary
“I want to take this time to let Ms. Jones know, I see you, I hear you and appreciate all you do for the students at Seven Oaks. You rock and no matter what you make time to speak with me about how we can make things better for our [...]
Jarrett Grosskettler, Millersville Elementary
"Mr. G, Thank you so much for all of the guidance you have given to Gavin. I cannot find the words to express my gratitude. Gavin has worked so hard this year and your kindness, patience and love have truly been a huge help. A huge blessing too. Thank you [...]
Lauren Jackson, Millersville Elementary
"Ms.Jackson, Thank you so, so much for being an amazing speech teacher for Gavin. Gavin has come so far with his speech and while we have always been proud of him, he is now proud of himself. He loves saying “L” words these days, and he says them beautifully. We [...]
Nicky Hall, Millersville Elementary
"Mrs Hall, Words cannot describe how thankful our family is to have you for Gavin’s teacher this year. With the rough start Gavin had at the beginning of the year I was really concerned with how things would go. But with your help, your love, patience and guidance, he has [...]
Marina Fay, Piney Orchard
"Greetings Ms. Fay! I wanted to take a moment to say thank you for helping Saverio transition to a new school towards the end of his kindergarten year. It has been a difficult transition for him. But, in the mist of it all he has said that he loves his [...]
Sara Freeman, Lake Shore Elementary
"Dear Ms. Freeman, Thank you for all you do for Emma. I really appreciate your dedication and hard work in the classroom. I know that Emma has learned a lot from you this year, and I sincerely thank you for that. I also appreciate all the extra time and effort [...]
Todd Degreenia, Lake Shore Elementary School
"Dear Mr. Degreenia, Thank you for all you do for Christopher. I really appreciate your dedication and hard work in the classroom. I know that Christopher has learned a lot from you this year, and I sincerely thank you for that. I also appreciate all the extra time and effort [...]
Victoria Prevo, Point Pleasant Elementary
“Thank you for being such a wonderful and caring teacher! Kennedy enjoys school so much thanks to having an amazing teacher. She loves having all of her lunch bunches with you. Thanks so much for everything you do!” Rachel Davis (Kennedy)
Sarah Hiltiner, Glen Burnie Park Elementary
“Words can not express how much gratitude I feel. Sian has gone a long way and you have made school so much fun for her. She looks forward to school every day and would be sad on those sick days where she couldn’t assist. Thank you greatly for making this [...]