National Wildlife Federation (NWF) Certifies New Schoolyard Habitat at South River High

June 10th, 2024|Our AACPS Stories, South River HS, South River Stories, STEM, What's New|

“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.

Apex Arts Commercial Band Returns to Rams Head Tavern with a Special Guest Victor Provost

June 4th, 2024|Celebrating AACPS, Community Partnerships, Music, Our AACPS Stories, Our Students, Specialty Schools, Studio 39, What's New|

To perform at Ram’s Head again was a rewarding experience that is appreciated every time it happens. Here's to many more performances!

AACPS STEM Awards 2024 Celebrates Excellence in Students and Teachers

April 16th, 2024|Annapolis HS, Annapolis Stories, Arundel High School, Arundel Stories, Broadneck HS, Broadneck Stories, CAT-North, CAT-South, CAT-South, Celebrating AACPS, Chesapeake Bay MS, Chesapeake HS, Chesapeake Science Point, Chesapeake Stories, Crofton HS, Crofton Stories, Glen Burnie HS, Glen Burnie Stories, Meade HS, Meade Stories, North County HS, North County Stories, Northeast HS, Northeast Stories, Old Mill HS, Old Mill Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our Students, Phoenix Academy, Severna Park HS, Severna Park Stories, South River HS, South River Stories, Southern HS, Southern Stories, Specialty Schools, STEM, Teacher Appreciation, Virtual Academy|

"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.

April 12th, 2024|Broadneck HS, Broadneck Stories, Business & Community Development, Celebrating AACPS, Our AACPS Stories, Our Students, STEM|

I know, no matter what, I am going to devote my life to aviation.

A Great Community Opportunity for Local Youth with the SOFO Beautification Project

June 15th, 2023|Annapolis Stories, Community Engagement, Community Partnerships, Our Community|

"What's great about the project is the youth who work on the project get rewarded by having a day in the Bay on a boat. We really wanted them to connect to the maritime theme," Jennifer Balducci.

Seventh Grade Artists Leave Their Mark on SOFO Maritime Heritage Fence Project

June 14th, 2023|Annapolis MS, Annapolis Stories, Community Engagement, Community Partnerships, Our Community, Our Students|

"We had working on the art for the fence project with Mr. Fenton. He really lets us be creative in art club" - Seventh Grade AMS Art Club Student

Bestselling Author Kami Garcia Inspires Annapolis Middle Students with a Visit & Advice on Finding Their Voice as an Author

May 31st, 2023|Annapolis MS, Annapolis Stories, Community Partnerships, Our Community, Our Students, School & Classroom Libraries|

"I really liked hearing about how she found her voice as a writer. It made me want to start writing more and to experiment with different styles."

Winton Scholar 2023 – Nathan A.

April 28th, 2023|Business & Community Development, Celebrating AACPS, Our AACPS Stories, Our Students, South River HS, South River Stories, STEM|

I am “forever looking towards the sky.”

Winton Scholar 2023 – Spencer C.

April 24th, 2023|Broadneck HS, Broadneck Stories, Business & Community Development, Celebrating AACPS, Our AACPS Stories, Our Students, STEM|

When I looked into Mr. Winton, his story really resonated with me and it felt like we had similar passions.

How STEM Helped Me Build My Future

August 6th, 2020|Our AACPS Stories, Our Students, South River HS, STEM, Uncategorized|

With the guidance of my parents, I was able to realize that this whole time STEM was helping me build a stable future.

American Chemical Society

August 27th, 2019|Classroom Support, Classroom Technology, Grant Opportunities, Professional Development|

Description: ACS requests applications for the ACS- Hach Professional Development Grant program. The program supports high school chemistry teachers as they identify and pursue opportunities that advance their professional development. The program also helps chemistry teachers to enhance the teaching and learning of chemistry in their classrooms.

Deadline: Applications to open in the fall.

Funds: Grants up to $1,500.

Eligibility: High school chemistry educators teaching in U.S. or U.S. territory schools.

Areas: Funding may be used for the following.

  • Conference or workshop registration fees.
  • Travel expenses.
  • Tuition and educational expenses for new/upcoming courses.
  • Books and online instructional resources.
  • Substitute teacher pay.

Email: hach@acs.org

Web: www.acs.org/content/acs/en/funding-and-awards/hachprograms/acs-hach-professional-development-grant.html

The Education Foundation of AACPS Grants Fund – Fall Deadline 11/04/2024

June 10th, 2024|Classroom Support, Grant Opportunities, Other Resources|

The Education Foundation grant program provides financial support for AACPS educators, schools, and offices to fund projects, programs, or initiatives that support student learning. The Foundation solicits applications for classroom support, program enhancements, professional development, and/or special events.

The Education Foundation of AACPS Grants Fund – Spring Deadline 05/15/2024

January 17th, 2024|Classroom Support, Grant Opportunities, Other Resources|

The 21st CEF grant program provides financial support for AACPS educators, schools, and offices to fund projects, programs, or initiatives that support student learning. The Foundation solicits applications for classroom support, program enhancements, professional development, and/or special events.

Lumber Liquidators

July 25th, 2019|Grant Opportunities, Other Resources|

Description: Lumber Liquidators’ Lay It Forward program donates flooring and monetary donations to organizations making lasting differences in their communities.

Deadline: Rolling.

Funds: In-kind donation of flooring and monetary donations.

Eligibility: Nonprofit organizations, schools, arts facilities, and community groups.

Email: lldonations@lumberliquidators.com

Web: www.lumberliquidators.com/layitforward

Maryland Humanities

March 20th, 2019|Community Engagement, Grant Opportunities, Other Resources|

Description: Maryland Humanities provide support to organizations to explore innovative programs that spark dialogue, strive to engage new audiences, and stimulate thoughtful exchange of ideas.  Schools may apply for mini grants to support public humanities projects, documentary film, and civic education initiatives.

Deadline: March 1, July 1, and Nov. 1.

Funds: Grants up to $1,200.

Contacts: Marilyn Hatza, Program Officer, (410) 685-4187.

Email:  mhatza@mdhumanities.org

Web: www.mdhumanities.org/grants/grant-programs