Anita Watson, Arundel Middle
“Thank you for all your hard work! I am so thankful that both my kids had such a caring teacher like you!"
Megan Hawkins, Broadneck Elementary School
"Thank you for being such a great teacher and such an even better friend. I appreciate you and know your school babies do, too. Happy Teacher Appreciation week!"
Then & Now Wins Telly Award!
AACPS is excited to announce that in 2017, Then and Now was honored with a Telly Award in the category of Documentary Series for TV!
The Telly organization has been recognizing excellence in video programming for nearly 40 years. Other 2017 recipients include Microsoft, the History Channel, ESPN, NBC, and HBO. We are very proud to be in their company.
Katie Dean, Lothian Elementary
You continue to challenge the second graders into being better versions of themselves both personally and academically. You strive to find new ways to teach and always incorporate some level of fun into each lesson.
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.
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!
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
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.
Giving Back with Help from My Guidance Counselor
My Guidance Counselor, Mrs. Lewis, takes time to help everyone with their needs. Even though she is extremely busy she will do anything you need. Like recently I wanted to open a club to help others that are less fortunate in the community and now our club, the Human Relations Committee, consists of 17 members in the group.
Maggie Leahy, Severna Park High School, Class of 2007
Maggie’s passion for helping others sparked long before high school, but it was at Severna Park that she learned how fundraising could help make that goal a reality. From organizing SPHS’ first Walk for Uganda to fundraising for a DC-based non-profit to prevent violence around the world, Maggie has spent her career using the skills she learned in school to follow her passion for helping others and do her part to make the world a better place.
“Our children wouldn’t be who they are without you!”
"Point Pleasant has been a great school for my daughter. Everyone from the teachers, to the office staff, Principal, assistant Principal and all the way to the custodial staff has always made me feel welcome!"--Lisa Gauger, Parent