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.
March 2019
Maryland Humanities
Description: Maryland Humanities provide support to organizations to explore innovative programs that spark dialogue, strive to engage new audiences, and stimulate thoughtful exchange of ideas. Schools may apply for mini grants to support public humanities projects, documentary film, and civic education initiatives. Deadline: March 1, July 1, and Nov. 1. [...]
Air Force Association
Description: The Air Force Association requests applications for the following: • AFA Educator Grants — the program supports projects that significantly influence student learning and supports the association’s mission. • Grants for Civil Air Patrol Units — funding to support Civil Air Patrol units to advance aerospace education and STEM [...]
The National Society for High School Scholars – Varying Deadlines
Description: The National Society of High School Scholars provides resources to assist educators in their efforts to educate and encourage students to excel academically. The organization currently has 10 grant programs open with funds ranging from $250-$5,000. Deadlines vary by programming being applied to. See below for individual grant program [...]
LitCon Brings Students Together Through YA Literature
National Book Award Finalist Jason Reynolds joined Glen Burnie High School (GBHS) as the keynote speaker for LitCon: Volume 1, Anne Arundel County Public Schools’ first teen literature conference.
Finding My Calling in Meade’s Signature Program
"I started to get focused and motivated in my junior year at Meade Senior High School once I heard about our school's Homeland Security Signature program and the opportunities that came with it."
Bringing “Real-World Learning” to the Next Level at CAT North
What began as a training opportunity for AACPS HVAC technicians blossomed into a hands-on, real-world learning experience for students.
Working Alongside the Teachers Who Impacted Me
"It is very exciting for me to be working alongside the teachers that made such a huge difference in my life growing up!"
Building Community Relations In Unexpected Places
The game of cornhole is fun, friendly, safe, portable, unisex, etc. I thought it would be fun to take a set of boards to various community functions to help build community relations.
Stepping Into Our Favorite Books
If you had a chance to walk down the halls of Maryland City Elementary School on March 8, you would have been greeted by Pete the Cat, Ling & Ting, Fancy Nancy, and lots of Cats in the Hat.
Helping My Kids At Home and in Our School
"Being in the classroom, I’m seeing what they’re going through and I can help and reassure them. Knowing that I have that insight means I’m helping kids here and I’m helping them at home."