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 2018
Steven Schlossberg, Central Elementary School
Ricky really enjoys having you as a teacher... In the retelling of his day, the vast majority of it revolves around the fun he has had in your [gym] class that day. He says he would like to grown up and be a gym teacher just like you.
May 2023
Lisa Christesen, Oak Hill Elementary
Thank you for always keeping a smile on your face and teaching with love in every lesson.
Rachel Johnston, Old Mill Middle South
You take your leadership role to heart and never back down from a challenge. You are always willing to help out and are truly an asset to the school!
Tim Gulley, Solley Elementary
Mr. Gulley stood out to us. He was able to grab the attention of the room without a microphone and was fun and energetic. From that moment, that is who Teagan said she wanted as her teacher.
Tonia Mason, Brooklyn Park Elementary
Thank you for being you with all your love and positive energy! You are our star!
May 2018
Skill + Compassion = An Amazing Teacher
I always love visiting Ryan's class during American Education Week and I always hope to see just a "normal" class (meaning, not anything special because the parents will be there....just a typical lesson.) And I was thrilled I got to see just that today in your classroom. But, let me clarify: What I saw was anything but "normal." It was exceptional.
The Definition of Dedication
Mr. Stanzione epitomizes what it means to be a dedicated AACPS employee. He gives so generously of his time.
Thank You Mrs. Pillow!
"On August 7, 2008 I heard the worst words a parent can hear, 'Your son has cancer.' I didn't know which end was up. I reached out to [his teacher] Mrs. Pillow to let her know of Tag's situation. I barely remember our conversation, I cried for most of it, but I do remember her saying, 'Jen, Tag will go to college. I guarantee it.' Those words were so comforting to me."--Jennifer G., Parent
March 2018
Triple E Teachers: Using Project-Based Learning to Empower Students
Walking a Triple-E classroom can feel like a bit of a culture shock. The room is loud and students are all over the place: sitting on tables, lying on rugs, and curled up in bean bag chairs. But at the center of this "organized chaos" is a dynamic Triple-E teacher, empowering students to guide their own learning.
Wayne Shipley, Arundel High School, Class of 1962
Wayne’s lifelong love of the performing arts began on a high school dare. But over the course of his 30+ years as an English teacher in Anne Arundel County and, later, as an independent filmmaker, Wayne has shared his passion for literature and the arts to help his students—in and out of the classroom—find and follow their own visions for the future.