To be used to tag all stories for the “Our AACPS Story” page.
Remembering the Spirit of Giving Back
Folger McKinsey Elementary parent Caroline Bowman & Hilltop Elementary Counselor Ms. Spain talk about the impact of the holiday gift donation program has on students at both Folger McKinsey and Hilltop.
Reflect–Renew–Re-Engage
"For teachers, summer is always a time we should expect to reflect, renew and prepare to rea engage through each of our roles in the educational system."--Kim Mason, Windsor Farm Elementary
Standing Up Against Bullying
"My 9 year old daughter, Katherine “Katie” O., who is a 5th grade student at Waugh Chapel Elementary School, won the county-wide 2018 AACPS Olivia Constants Foundation Change through the Arts contest."--Jennifer O, Waugh Chapel Elementary
An Awesome Kindergarten Teacher
"Thank you Mr. Walter at Folger McKinsey for being an awesome teacher for kindergarten! Sophia enjoyed everyday of your instruction and teaching!" -- Hazar Biddle, parent
Welcomed to AACPS
"Since I was first offered the position at Meade Heights Elementary School I have felt welcomed and appreciated within the whole AACPS family."--Deanna Webber
Is Ms. Quinn a wizard or a teacher?
"Thanks Mrs. Quinn! You are doing formative things for these kids that will follow them throughout their whole lives."--Angelica Shiels, Parent, Belvedere Elementary
A True Partner in My Child’s Education
"Ms. Lum is one of the kindest, patient, but disciplined teachers my children have ever had."--Elizabeth Carll, Parent
Mrs. Shorter Keeps Parents Engaged
"We really like to know what is going on at school, and I feel a lot more included having Mrs. Shorter as a teacher for my son."--Rachel McDonald, Parent, Waugh Chapel Elementary
The pleasure of working with Mrs. Brimhall
"We often recognize those in the classroom and those educators associated with the academic success of our students, but today I wanted to highlight an educator that is exposing our students to the arts in a positive, professional, and most of all meaningful way."--Nikki Johnson
Bringing Authentic Cultural Experience To The Classroom
For the past 8 years, I have been able to bring 12 years of authentic cultural experiences into my AACPS classroom.
Reinforcing Environmental Lessons
South Shore Elementary chose to embrace our role as caregiver to the Bay by using volunteers to help organize a full day of special environmental events called the Green Apple Day Of Service.
Starting The Adventure in Reading!
STAIR is a proven reading and mentoring program designed to provide early intervention for at-risk second grade students.
Tutoring with the NSA
Employees of the National Security Administration visit Meade Middle School on a weekly basis to tutor students in all grade levels and subject areas! ESOL and Math students in particular have benefited greatly from their services.
Educating Students About The Bay
This year, Oak Hill Elementary was chosen by the Maryland State Bar Association for participation in their program that focuses on improving the health of the Chesapeake Bay while educating students about the Bay and their role in keeping it healthy.
Get Ready to Read!
Just like a walk-a-thon, this program raises money based on how much each entrant reads. In this case, each minute spent reading translated into miles....This program has been in place for four years. In that time, it has raised over eighteen thousand dollars. Of course, it has also helped to support the cause of literacy. The Read-a-Thon is now one of the biggest, most successful school wide events at Linthicum Elementary.