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

Marina Fay, Piney Orchard Elementary School

May 11th, 2023|Arundel Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

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

May 11th, 2023|Northeast Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

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

May 11th, 2023|Annapolis Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

Dear Ms. Irvin, "Thank you for believing in me and helping me find great books to read. I love media." From, Mila Shedlock

Elaine Ramsburg, Germantown Elementary

May 11th, 2023|Annapolis Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

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

May 11th, 2023|Annapolis Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

Dear Mrs. Verostic, "Thank you for talking to me and letting me have lunch bunches!" From,  Mila

Stephanie Legacy, Germantown Elementary School

May 11th, 2023|Annapolis Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

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

May 10th, 2023|North County Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

“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

May 10th, 2023|Chesapeake Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

"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

May 10th, 2023|Old Mill Thank-A-Grams, Thank-A-Grams|

"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

May 10th, 2023|Arundel Thank-A-Gram, Thank-A-Grams|

"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 [...]