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Use Amazon Smile to Support Our Schools While You Shop

November 28th, 2016|Uncategorized|

What is Amazon Smile?

amazonsmilebannericonAmazonSmile is a easy way to give back to your community while shopping through the same selection of products, low prices, and convenient shopping features you know through Amazon.com. When you shop through AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to the charitable organization of your choice.

The 21st Century Education Foundation, AACPS’ non-profit partner, is registered as an AmazonSmile charity.

How can I support AACPS through Amazon?

Go to https://smile.amazon.com/ch/52-2037551 and sign in using your Amazon UserName and Password. A percentage of your purchase will automatically be donated to the 21st Century Education Foundation to support our AACPS students and schools.

Keep in mind you must always login through the AmazonSmile site for your organization to receive credit for your purchase.

Click here for more information bout AmazonSmile.

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“My road to teaching has been a family affair.”

November 22nd, 2016|CAT-North, Our AACPS Stories, Our AACPS Story Locations, Our Employees|

After 25 years in the classroom my father transitioned into another position within the board of education as an Internship Coach. I decided to apply for the Automotive Refinishing Instructor position that my father held for the past 25 years. As a family we were very excited that I was selected for the position… I don’t think I’d be happy doing anything else. You have to find passion in what you do, and I feel that passion. I enjoy going to work every day. There are always going to be problems in any career you choose, but you have to find the joy in it. If there is no joy, there’s no point.

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American Academy of Dermatology

November 16th, 2016|Uncategorized|

Deadline: Rolling.

Funds: In-kind shade structure grants (valued up to $8,000), which includes the cost for a shade structure and installation.

Eligibility: Public schools and nonprofit organizations. Applicants must primarily provide services for children under the age of 18.

Description: The American Academy of Dermatology solicits applications for the Shade Structure Grant Program.

The program awards grants to public schools and nonprofit organizations for installing permanent shade structures for outdoor locations that are not protected from the sun, such as playgrounds, pools, or recreation spaces.

Web:  www.aad.org/public/spot-skin-cancer/programs/shade-structure-program/eligibility-application

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The Students Vote: The Principal is Kind

November 15th, 2016|Glen Burnie Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees|

"Our Student Government Association sponsors a quarterly award where students in grades 1-5 can vote for the Sunshine Award, which recognizes a staff member who is excellent, caring, and supportive of the students...the votes for [Principal] Mr. Gordon show the students think he is kind and supportive."--Barbara Holcomb, School Counselor

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How We Spent Our Summer Vacation: New Teacher Orientation & Student Data

November 10th, 2016|Behind the Scenes@AACPS, What's New|

From making sure the right teacher is in every classroom to ensure that those teachers have all of the data they need to focus on instruction, AACPS depends on the work of Human Resources and Student Data over the summer to make sure we are ready to start the first day of school.

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November: Office of Student Services

November 1st, 2016|AACPS Monthly Showcases|

Throughout the month of November we will be spotlighting the Office of Student Services.

This office’s goal is to provide students, parents, and AACPS staff with the resources to help students succeed.  Through the efforts of school counselors, psychologists, pupil personnel workers, special education teachers and teaching assistants as well as staff in the offices of student leadership and involvement, human relations, and home and hospital teaching, we strive to assist students achieve at the highest possible level and supports public schools in their efforts.

For more information about this office, go to their website at: www.aacps.org/studentservices.

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Submitting a Teacher of the Year Application: Helpful Hints

October 28th, 2016|Uncategorized|

Thank you for putting together a nomination for the Teacher of the Year award. Below are some frequently asked questions about submitting your complete nomination online.

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From Coaching to Administration–How Principals are Made

October 10th, 2016|Our AACPS Stories, Our AACPS Story Locations, Our Employees, Southern Stories|

“A pertinent question to ask during this month where we recognize administrators is what experience prepared you for the challenges of the position? Of course the numerous workshops, books/articles read and years worked in the classroom helped. But in my particular case, my many years coaching on the sideline provided me with incredible advantages that translated to the skills I would need as an administrator.”—Kevin Buckley, Principal

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Shlagel Farms: Bringing the Farm to Our Schools

October 3rd, 2016|Our AACPS Stories, Our Community, What's New|

Russell Shlagel, owner of Shlagel Farms, began his partnership with Anne Arundel County Public Schools in the fall of 2015. With over 100 acres in Waldorf, MD, this farm produces fruits and vegetables for the community and Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Pumpkin, butternut squash, peppers and acorn squash are just a few of the AACPS favorites." ~Russell Shlagel, Local Farmer & AACPS Partner

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Mark Chang, Glen Burnie High School, Class of 1994

September 30th, 2016|Glen Burnie Stories, Our Alumni, Then & Now, What's New|

Mark Chang always had a heart for public service. With the support and encouragement of his teachers and classmates, Mark found his niche in Glen Burnie High School’s Student Government Association. Now, as a Maryland Delegate for District 32, Mark is able to continue following his passion for giving back to the community that gave so much to him.

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Educators of America Technology Grant

September 23rd, 2016|Classroom Support, Classroom Technology, Grant Opportunities|

Funder: Educator of America Technology Grant

Available Funds: Unspecified

Deadline: Rolling

Summary: Educators of America are driven to not only supply teachers and educators with the classroom technology they need, but also train them to use it in the most effective ways possible. If you are a teacher that is in need of an effective technological tool that will assist in bettering student achievement, not only in your classroom, but throughout your entire institution, take the time to fill out our grant application. Our classroom technology grant applications are reviewed on a quarterly basis and responses are given accordingly (January, April, July, October).

Website: https://www.educatorsusa.org/educator-and-technology-grants

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Anne Arundel County Special Education Citizens Advisory Committee (AA-SECAC)

September 21st, 2016|Curriculum & Instruction|

AA-SECAC will hold a Special Education Resource Fair on Monday, October 10, 2016 at Severna Park Middle School in the cafeteria. This is an opportunity for families and AACPS staff to meet community groups and organizations that provide services, supports, resources and programs for families with individuals with special needs. Along with the representatives of the community groups and organizations, Staff from the AACPS Division of Special Education and SECAC members will be there to talk with families and answer questions.

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Welcome Newcomer Program to Annapolis High School

September 20th, 2016|Curriculum & Instruction|

On Monday, September 19th, students new to the United States began the first “Newcomer Program” designed to meet their needs through concurrent enrollment in both day school and evening school.  English learners at Annapolis High School who are 17 years of age or older and have no transferable high school credits are eligible for this newcomer program.  Students arrive at school for lunch at 10:30, attend ESOL 1, and an art or physical education elective during traditional school hours.  Students then stay to attend Evening High School for Matter and Energy, Transitional Math, and a choice of ProStart or Stretch Your Wellness.  Social/emotional support is integrated throughout the week through both group and individual attention from the ISSO counselor and social worker.  The Newcomer Program provides students with a small class size program to ease their transition into American schools, while allowing them to complete valuable graduation credits with teachers who are focused on building content and language simultaneously.

Representatives from numerous offices in AACPS collaborated over the past two years to develop the ideas that led to this big day!

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Finding a Path to College through AVID and the Gates Millennium Scholarship

September 15th, 2016|North County Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our Alumni|

"As a junior in high school, the thought of college was an overwhelming and stressful one. With my teacher’s guidance through the AVID program, my questions were answered and I began to develop a plan. As senior year rolled around, I had a plan, but no financial means of achieving it. My teachers encouraged me to apply for the Gates Millennium Scholarship. When I received the decision email from Gates a few months later I scrolled down cautiously, only to see, "Congratulations!" and my life has forever been changed. " --Cierra Carter

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Maryland State Parks will honor Every Kid in a Park passes for the 2016-2017 school year

September 12th, 2016|What's New|

Earlier this year, Governor Hogan announced that all 72 Maryland State Parks would honor the Federal Every Kid in a Park pass.  Fourth graders and their families can access State Parks, as well as Federal sites, for FREE! Passes for the 2016-17 school year go live on September 1. Visit https://www.everykidinapark.gov/  to obtain a pass and find Federal parks to visit, for both families accompanying individual 4th graders as well as for field trip experiences for 4th grade classes.  The pass grants entry for the student and three accompanying adults — or an entire car for drive-in parks — at more than 2,000 national parks, forests, wildlife refuges, and marine sanctuaries.  The website also offers educators and parents activities, trip planning books, safety and packing tips, and other helpful information.

To find Maryland State Parks, go to: http://dnr2.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/parkmap.aspx.

Please share this information widely to help teachers and parents to get passes for their 4th graders.

This message is reprinted from the Weekly Transmittal for Maryland Local School System Superintendents (D. Lichter, personal communication, September 2, 2016).

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