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
Elaine Ramsburg, Germantown Elementary
Dear Ms. Ramsburg, "Thank you for helping us learn about art! We get to do such fun stuff and create awesome things!" From, Mila and Estelle Shedlock
Emily Verostic, Germantown Elementary
Dear Mrs. Verostic, "Thank you for talking to me and letting me have lunch bunches!" From, Mila
Stephanie Legacy, Germantown Elementary School
Dear Mrs. Legacy, "Thank you for teaching us new things and giving out brag tags! Thank you for being an awesome PE teacher!" From, Estelle and MIla
Kaydean Thomas, Brooklyn Park Elementary
“Thank you for your patience, commitment and willingness to go above and beyond the duties of a teacher to ensure my son’s success. You have been amazing and we appreciate continued support and dedication.” Tanae’ Wade
Jill Guhne, Jacobsville Elementary
"Thank you for being such a great first grade teacher! Cohen loves to learn and come to school. We really appreciate you and all you do!" Cohen and Family
Valerie Ford, Ridgeway Elementary School
"Ms. Ford, thank you for being such an amazing teacher! My daughter has learned so much this year and has absolutely loved having you as her teacher." Melissa Palmer
Kathleen Fagan, Piney Orchard Elementary
"Ms. Fagan, Thank you for being such a wonderful, fierce educator! You teach 5th grade with ease, yet work so hard to make sure they’re ready for middle school and see your students for their full potential. We cannot thank you enough for the amazing educator you are and instilling [...]
Ashleigh Sacks, Point Pleasant Elementary
"Thank you for being such a wonderful and caring teacher! Grayson has fun everyday learning with you! You are one of his favorite people and he looks forward to seeing you everyday! Thanks for all that you do! “ Rachel Davis and Grayson
Dylan Pannell, Piney Orchard Elementary
"Mr. Pannell, Thank you for being an amazing educator! Our child has grown so much since being in your class. You have been patient, loving, and compassionate to all your students. We’re so thankful for you! Thank you for being an awesome educator and person!" The Bushnells
Ashley McCauley, Piney Orchard Elementary
"Ms. McCauley, Thank you for being such an amazing educator! You are patient, loving, caring and so incredibly compassionate. We are so lucky, and thankful, to have had you in our life! You are changing little minds and helping create a beautiful world!" The Bushnells