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.
April 2023
Winton Scholar 2023 – Spencer C.
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
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
Just take it one minute and one second at a time.
2023 Rising Star at Broadneck High – Tyrice Brown
It has to be personal. It has to be something that you personally resonate with, because there's no generic answer. So if you have it in you and you feel the slightest bud that this is what you wanna do, water it, give it some some sun and go with it.
2023 Rising Star at Tracey’s Elementary – Dalen Parker
My third grade teacher, shout out to Ms. Mandy Brew. She has stuck with me since I was in 3rd grade. She went to my high school graduation. She saw me go through college, and she’s always been that teacher.
2023 Rising Star at Edgewater Elementary – Brandon Woodroffe
Unless people like you care and awful lot of things won't change.
2023 Rising Star at Glendale Elementary- Sabrina Hooper
"If you're the smartest person in the room, you're in the wrong room."
2023 Rising Star at Brooklyn Park Elementary – Rebecca Meyer
They’re going to remember you. You are dinner table conversation at night. Their families will know you.
2023 Rising Star at Point Pleasant Elementary – Lorna Harris
"Tell me and I'll forget. Teach me and I'll remember. Involve me and I'll learn."
2023 Rising Star at Bates Middle – Stephaen Hood
The kids talk to each other and say "wait, Mr. Hood sings too?"