Jordan always knew he loved working on cars. So after two years in the Automotive Technology Program at CAT South and with the support of the AACPS Internship Program, he became an intern at Tiff’s Foreign Car Care, a specialty care shop that focuses on high-end vehicles, during his senior year of high school. Years later, Jordan is still at Tiff’s, now as the Service Manger & Mechanic and still loves what he does.
Are you ready to take charge of your own professional learning? Become an “EdCamper” at one of our 2016-2017 EdCamp opportunities. In EdCamp, everyone is a learner and a leader. Anyone can be a presenter or a facilitator. Participants are encouraged to join and lead sessions that meet their unique needs as educators. The “law of two feet” applies–participants are encouraged to move around and join conversations about what matters most to them.
EdCamp AACPS will host four EdCamp opportunities for educators this school year:
Register now and order your EdCamp T-Shirt! Take the lead and join your colleagues for the UnConference experience.
Anne Arundel County Public Schools is full of amazing people, each with a unique story to tell. The new Faces of AACPS campaign celebrates the individual people–employees, students, families, community partners, etc.–that make our school system unique. We want to hear from you!
Tell us about your positive experience in AACPS. Have you had an opportunity in this school system that meant a lot to you? Is there someone else in AACPS that you want to celebrate? Do you want to tell the community about an exciting project or program that you worked with? Go to www.aacps.org/shareyourstory to submit your story online.
Then, check out the other #AACPSAwesome stories our community has already shared at www.aacps.org/faces. Help us share the campaing on social media with co-workers, fellow alumni, friends, and family. Use #AACPSFaces to help us spread the word!
Nearly 500 new educators joined their new AACPS family members at the kickoff for New Teacher Onboarding. Hosted by the AACPS Right Start New Teacher Development and Support program, new educators were welcomed by Superintendent, Dr. Arlotto, BOE President, Mrs. Korbelak, Deputy Superintendent Dr. McMahon, EASA Executive Director, Mr. Alston, and TAAAC President, Mr. Benfer.
Teachers spent three days engaged in Getting Started Sessions, Curriculum Content and Program sessions, and a New Teacher Fair. New AACPS educators will be guided and supported by 47 Right Start Advisors.
"My robotics team 1111 (the Power Hawks) and the FIRST organization have provided me with so many skills and experiences that have changed who I am today. I joined the team last year, for the 2015-2016 season, and it was honestly one of, if not the greatest year of my life." -- Shannon, Grade 12
"Maryland's best-kept secret is that the best teachers in the world are at North County High School. One teacher for me stands out in particular. Mr. Dennis Sullivan, or "Sully," taught my AP U.S. Government, STEM Policy, and AP Human Geography courses and was also my (one-time) lacrosse coach. Sullivan has many strengths as a teacher, but by far his best attribute is his ability to get students excited about politics."--Christopher Frye, NCHS 2012 Graduate
“Nothing brings me more joy than our youth connecting with each other, especially in foreign languages.”--Alexandra, Grade 12
“Whenever there is an opportunity to help a child, I encourage everyone to give whatever time you may have, to do it. You won't regret making a difference and the reward is the sparkle in their little eyes and the smiles on their faces.” --Lisa Saunders
“This was my first year running the Keep A Clear Mind drug education program (similar to D.A.R.E., for those of you that remember it) and, though it involved some learning curves, it was hugely satisfying to administer the program.”—Christine Shekell
Funder: National Science Teachers Association
Available Funds: Varies by award
Deadline: Varies by award
Summary: Sponsorships for the NSTA Awards help support the science educators and their science educational programs, professional development, and proactive efforts in the science education field. See all the opportunities at their website.
Website: http://www.nsta.org/about/awards.aspx
"My dedication, passion, and love for the children I work with give me happiness that is needed in my life." –Aaron Moon
"Ms. Tanya, thank you for being the person you are. You have opened up your heart and soul to do what you need to do and love to do and I just want to return the love."—Maxwell, Grade 5
"Mr. Tayman, through your talent, guidance, and dedication, so many students have developed outstanding skills and furthered their love of music."—Jennifer Ballard
"Mrs. Janie Lohrmann makes learning exciting and fun for her 5th grade class." --Marva Taylor
"My most rewarding experience comes once a year on Grandparent's/Senior Friends Day. What makes this event so rewarding is the pure joy of the grandparent's/senior friends to be able to interact with their grandchildren."—Delilah Schroeder
