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

Todd Degreenia, Lake Shore Elementary School

May 19th, 2023|Chesapeake Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

"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

May 19th, 2023|Glen Burnie Thank-A-Grams, Thank-A-Grams|

“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

May 19th, 2023|Old Mill Thank-A-Grams, Thank-A-Grams|

“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 [...]

Stephanie Hoffman, Glen Burnie Park

May 19th, 2023|Old Mill Thank-A-Grams, Thank-A-Grams|

"I can’t express my gratitude and appreciation enough to Mrs. Hoffman. I just love the willingness she has, to always communicate and answer any questions that may pop up. Teachers are not only professionals who assist with educating our little ones, but they sacrifice so much more! I feel confident [...]

Miranda Bouma, Waugh Chapel Elementary School

May 19th, 2023|Arundel Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

"Mrs. Bouma, Thank you for being such a great teacher and such an even better friend. I appreciate you and know your school babies do, too. Happy Teacher Appreciation week!  Love,  Nikki Munson"

Brittany Carr, Waugh Chapel Elementary School

May 19th, 2023|Arundel Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

"Mrs. Carr, Thank you for being such a great teacher and such an even better friend. I appreciate you and know your school babies do, too. Happy Teacher Appreciation week!  Love,  Nikki Munson"

Mosina Ochs, Waugh Chapel Elementary

May 19th, 2023|Arundel Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

"Mrs. Ochs,  Thank you for being such a great teacher and such an even better friend. I appreciate you and know your school babies do, too. Happy Teacher Appreciation week!  Love,  Nikki Munson"

Megan Knightstep, Nantucket Elementary

May 19th, 2023|Crofton Thank-A-Grams, Thank-A-Grams|

"Mrs. Knightstep,  Thank you for being such a great teacher and such an even better friend. I appreciate you and know your school babies do, too. Happy Teacher Appreciation week!  Love,  Nikki Munson"

Jessica Haviland, Waugh Chapel ES

May 19th, 2023|Arundel Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

"Hi Ms. Haviland, You are an amazing Fundations teacher. Thanks for sometimes talking with me during recess. Love, Tess"

Kim Fitzmaurice, Waugh Chapel Elementary

May 19th, 2023|Arundel Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

"Dear Mrs. Fitzmaurice,  Thank you for everything you have done to foster a love of learning for all 3 of our girls. You are the absolute best kindergarten teacher and we are so thankful that all 3 girls have been able to learn from you! Keep being the best! Love,   [...]