Clusters for each story submitted online
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
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.
Encouraging Literacy By Sharing Stories
Many schools have guest reader programs. Waugh Chapel Elementary decided to enhance this program by implementing Mystery Reader Days.
“The Mills-Parole Way”
I am very pleased to present Mills-Parole Elementary with this plaque in recognition of your wonderful program that supports literacy as well as the development of caring, competent, and contributing citizens.
Connections that Matter
"As teachers, we have the unique responsibility of being the first domino in this epic domino rally setup."--Heather Carnaghan, Monarch Global Academy
The Power of Relationships
"I believe that great teaching begins with forming positive, meaningful relationships with students."--Josh Carroll, SRHS
Creating Meaningful Experiences through German
"The 21st century demands on students are rigorous, but my classroom is a safe area for students to take risks and to discover that mistakes are simply opportunities for learning."--Katrina Griffin, NCHS
Opening the Door for Deaf Culture in Our Schools
“AACPS opened the door and pursued ASL as a language to be taught in it’s schools. This willingness gives students the opportunity to broaden their language horizons and become productive/contributing members of society.”--Dana Dobbs, Broadneck High School