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

Alex Stencil, Glen Burnie Park Elementary

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

"Happy Teacher Appreciation Week Ms Stencil!  I want to remind you every day how amazing you are. Your depth of care for the kids, especially my son, consistently goes above and beyond. You go above and beyond to ensure he is included in things even with his food allergies and [...]

“A Chat with Ms. Brown, AMS School Psychologist.” An Interview by Young Journalists at Annapolis Middle.

May 5th, 2023|Annapolis MS, Annapolis Stories, Our Students|

In my heart I want to make a difference in the lives of students.

Old Mill Middle School South Celebrates Mr. Hall

May 2nd, 2023|Old Mill South MS, Old Mill Stories, Teacher Appreciation|

Mike is one of those teachers you come across once in a great while. He is just great with everyone and always has a smile and a story to tell.

Central Elementary School… The Spirit of Caring

May 2nd, 2023|Central ES, South River Stories, Teacher Appreciation|

This act of kindness is just one example of how caring and dedicated these teachers are. I am truly grateful for everything they do.

Thank-A-Gram

May 1st, 2023|Thank-A-Grams|

April 2023

Winton Scholar 2023 – Nathan A.

April 28th, 2023|Business & Community Development, Celebrating AACPS, Our AACPS Stories, Our Students, South River HS, South River Stories, STEM|

I am “forever looking towards the sky.”

Partners in Education Nomination Form

April 24th, 2023|Uncategorized|

Anne Arundel County Public Schools depends on community and business partners to ensure our students have opportunities to explore their personal interests, engage in unique learning experiences, and interact with professionals from a variety of career fields. Through the Business & Community Partner of the Year Awards, AACPS and the [...]

Winton Scholar 2023 – Spencer C.

April 24th, 2023|Broadneck HS, Broadneck Stories, Business & Community Development, Celebrating AACPS, Our AACPS Stories, Our Students, STEM|

When I looked into Mr. Winton, his story really resonated with me and it felt like we had similar passions.

2023 Rising Star at Marley Elementary – Jamar Turner

April 20th, 2023|Celebrating AACPS, Glen Burnie Stories, Marley ES, Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, Teacher Appreciation|

If you can't start with you, then pass it on to the next person and let them make the change.

2023 Rising Star at Central Special – Cherith White

April 20th, 2023|Celebrating AACPS, Central Special, Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, Specialty Schools, Teacher Appreciation|

Just take it one minute and one second at a time.