AACPS Stories about community members
The Power of Positivity
"Mrs. Power has influenced her in such a wonderful way and made her so excited about learning, we cannot thank her enough."
Amazing Support from the Special Education Team
"Moving to Anne Arundel County has been a blessing for our family."
Going Above and Beyond for Her Kindergarten Class
"I really appreciate the positiveness and impressions she has made in my child and many others I'm sure!"
Creating a calming area for little brains to grow
"Teachers are worth their weight in gold and my son Grayson has been blessed to have Mrs. Fischetti as his first grade teacher."
Thank You For Making a Difference to My Son’s Day!
"Most importantly, she has made my son so happy while he is at school."
An Important Part of My Son’s Village
"That confidence Mrs. Erdely has given my son, the constant communication she has with me on how he is doing-- she is a true educator."--Katherine Moore
LitCon Brings Students Together Through YA Literature
National Book Award Finalist Jason Reynolds joined Glen Burnie High School (GBHS) as the keynote speaker for LitCon: Volume 1, Anne Arundel County Public Schools’ first teen literature conference.
Bringing “Real-World Learning” to the Next Level at CAT North
What began as a training opportunity for AACPS HVAC technicians blossomed into a hands-on, real-world learning experience for students.
Building Community Relations In Unexpected Places
The game of cornhole is fun, friendly, safe, portable, unisex, etc. I thought it would be fun to take a set of boards to various community functions to help build community relations.
Helping My Kids At Home and in Our School
"Being in the classroom, I’m seeing what they’re going through and I can help and reassure them. Knowing that I have that insight means I’m helping kids here and I’m helping them at home."
We Are a Family at Park Elementary School
As educators, "We wouldn’t bring our own children here if we didn’t think they’d get the best education possible."
I’ve Never Found a Better School
"If I had my way, this school would go from PreK-12th grade so my son would never have to leave."
Meeting Students’ Needs Outside of School
“So many of these families don’t have family support, which makes what HOPE [For All] does so important. ...The impact is just incredible.”
Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce
"We are strengthening the push with the CAT schools to help raise awareness of the great opportunities that are still offered in trades."
A Partnership Impossible to Quantify
“Assistance League is one of the lifelines of [our school system]. They are equivalent to our school being on a game show and having to phone a very consistent, caring, giving and loving friend.”