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
Tracy Marcalus, Center for Applied Technology South
Ms. Marcalus Thank you for going above and beyond for your students. The love and attention you give in your class to your students helps drive their eagerness to excel in your class and in their future career. Even when the student is unable to attend due to activities at [...]
Jackie Olson, Annapolis Elementary
Mrs. Olson, Thank you for making PK4 such a magical experience for Lilly and the 19 other students in your class. On top of learning so much this year, I love the class community and culture you have created. We appreciate you and all that you do. Tracy Greene
Brittany Nathanson, Annapolis Elementary
Ms Nathanson, Thank you for helping Lucy grow so much this year. PK3 has been such an amazing experience. She truly loves coming to school and spending her days with you. It takes a special person to teach the youngest learners. Thanks for all you do. Tracy Greene
Kristi Boyle, Four Seasons ES
Ms. Boyle is the best teacher because she's confident. She believes in people in her class. She thinks we can do things. She gives us double bubble gum if you follow directions. Duncan
Austin Altizer, Four Seasons ES
Mr. Altizer I am very grateful that I have Mr. Altizer this year. He has given me a lot of help and tools that I need to be successful. I feel that he’s a really cool teacher and I really like having him this year. He’s always really funny and [...]
Meagan Waters, Southgate Elementary
Mrs. Waters, Thank you so much for all you do for Rylee and her classmates! Your passion for teaching and growing your students is evident in Rylee's enthusiasm for school, growth in reading, and LOVE for Science! Rylee loves having those early morning conversations with you and has already started [...]
Jessica Farr, Mills Parole Elementary School
Ms. Farr Happy teacher appreciation week mom! I hope your students know how amazing you are! You have so much love for them! Thanks for making aacps great! Love, Kate and James
Marina Fay, Piney Orchard Elementary School
Ms. Fay I cannot thank you enough for your amazing work with Aviel. I was so afraid of Kindergarten and everything that he might need and you treated him as if he were your own child. Your focused care and dedication to helping him grow has been unmatched in all of [...]
Lindsey Marucha, Sunset Elementary
Ms.Marucha, Thank you for being such a great role model and advocate for your students. You are definitely leaving amazing memories with Ryder and I’m sure all of your other students. You are definitely where you are meant to be. Hope you continue to change children’s lives for years to come. [...]
Tricia Irvin, Germantown Elementary
Dear Ms. Irvin, "Thank you for believing in me and helping me find great books to read. I love media." From, Mila Shedlock