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Introducing… AACPS School Sounds. First Stop, Severna Park HS with Ivy League! Get Ready!!
Announcing AACPS TV’s School Sounds!! We will be highlighting bands, groups, solo artists, and other musicians from AACPS schools, celebrating them for their musical achievements.
Shaping the Leaders of Tomorrow: The Only Competitive Speech and Debate Team in Anne Arundel County
For many students, Speech and Debate is 'their thing.' It gives them a group to belong to that gets them involved in the school, especially if there might not be another activity that connects them to the school or their peers. - Teresa Dimka
Spirits In the Air – Student Reporter Spotlight
Friday Night Lights takes the excitement of the school day and carries it into the afternoon ahead of kickoff. As sophomore Micheal Pastine, SkillsUSA president, put it, “This brings excitement to the game. If they’re out there having fun before the game, they will go in hyped and ready to watch the game.”
South River High School Recognized as a Unified Champion Banner School
South River High School is improving the lives of so many, most importantly students, by making acceptance and inclusion typical in the day-to-day. - Special Olympics Maryland
South River High School Celebrates Its AP Capstone Diploma Recipients
“We proudly recognize the achievements of students who participated in the AP Capstone Diploma program,” said Ms. Smith, South River Principal. “With the help of dedicated teachers, our AP Capstone students explored their passions through scholarly research as part of an impactful, multiyear program. This meaningful college readiness program will serve our students well after high school.”
Explore New Savings on the Updated AACPS Employee Discount Page!
We’re excited to announce that the Employee Discount page has been fully reviewed and updated, offering even more opportunities for AACPS employees to save.
2024 Educator Expo: A Warm Welcome for New AACPS Teachers
“It was such a great event and I am looking forward to future events and collaborations with AACPS.” -SECU "Thank you for including the Maryland Black Bears in the Expo. It was a great event and we were very happy to get out to AACPS’ newest educators. We’re really looking forward to partnering again this school year.” -Maryland Black Bears Hockey
Empowering Our Future: The Impact of #BePresent & Mentoring Programs at AACPS
“The mentoring is another level of support for students in need... where it looks to fill in the gaps for the students” -Andre Dillard, Director of Mentorship Programs. "#BePresent is an opportunity for community members to partner with AACPS to help our kids grow, succeed, and feel like they belong” -Shawn Ashworth, Ed.D, #BePresent Coordinator
National Wildlife Federation (NWF) Certifies New Schoolyard Habitat at South River High
“We wanted to demonstrate our school’s commitment to sustainability and environmental protection,” said Green Technologies Pathway lead and STEM teacher Charlotte Flury. “The garden makes me feel more attached to my community. I love seeing a splash of nature next to my school building.” said Macie Culpepper, Green Tech STEM student.
Empowering Educators: Highlights from the AACPS Annual College and University Fair
The event encouraged all AACPS employees to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity to explore educational advancements. Whether looking to continue their studies or begin a new academic journey, the College and University Partnership Fair provided the perfect starting point!
Apex Arts Commercial Band Returns to Rams Head Tavern with a Special Guest Victor Provost
To perform at Ram’s Head again was a rewarding experience that is appreciated every time it happens. Here's to many more performances!
2024 Teacher of the Year Reflects on What Helped Them Become the Best Version of Themselves
“Every child deserves a champion- an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.”
Monthly Spotlight: 2004 Model UN Conference
Conference Quotes: "Our goal moving forward is to get more students excited about international relations & public speaking"... "It's an exciting opportunity for our students to engage in discourse about current & contemporary issues"... "We want our students to be world thinkers"... "It's important to add middle school students because it gives them an opportunity grow so many skills"... "Often the youth, with their fresh perspectives, come up with solutions that some older people struggle to see"
AACPS STEM Awards 2024 Celebrates Excellence in Students and Teachers
"The best way to predict the future is to invent it" - Alan Kay, Winner of the A.M. Turing Award
Winton Scholar 2024 – Peter S.
I know, no matter what, I am going to devote my life to aviation.