Clusters for each story submitted online

“Be the beacon that guides students”

June 5th, 2018|Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, Southern Stories, Teacher of the Year|

"Receiving an education should inspire and encourage students to strive to be productive members of a community, great citizens, and meaningful contributors of society."--Tori Peddicord, Southern Middle School

Being the Constant for My Students

June 5th, 2018|Annapolis Stories, Moss-Adams, Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, Teacher of the Year|

"It was and still is my mission that every student can exceed everyone's expectations given the appropriate environment and support so that they can become successful contributing members of society."--Tamara Saxon, MM@JAA Teacher

Creating an Engaging Environment for All Students

June 5th, 2018|Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, South River Stories, Teacher of the Year|

"Classrooms are not quiet. They should be filled with conversation and movement."--Amy Shinn, Central ES Teacher

Whatever it takes to help my students succeed in math

June 5th, 2018|Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, South River Stories, Teacher of the Year|

"If I can give them at least one year where they feel successful in math, then that will carry throughout high school."--Laura Casciato, Central Middle School

Championing the Whole Child

June 5th, 2018|Meade Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, Teacher of the Year|

"Building relationships with my students and their families is at the core of my instructional success. I need to reach the whole child for my students to reach their fullest potential."--Kim Travers, MHES

Teaching with Love

June 5th, 2018|Glen Burnie Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, Teacher of the Year|

"My mother was not an educator, however, she was my first teacher. She disciplined with love, and I try to do the same in my classroom."--Linda Ancin, Freetown Elementary

A Partner in My Child’s Education

June 5th, 2018|Celebrating AACPS, North County Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our AACPS Story Locations, Teacher Appreciation|

Ms. Lum is one of the kindest, patient, but disciplined teachers my children have ever had. She is truly my partner in my Kindergartener’s education...

Keeping parents engaged!

June 5th, 2018|Arundel Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our AACPS Story Locations, Teacher Appreciation|

Mrs. Shorter is my son's teacher for Kindergarten, and she has been a blessing to us. I just wanted to share that Mrs. Shorter has been such a great communicator with the parents.

A teacher who cares, makes a huge difference….

June 5th, 2018|Broadneck Stories, Celebrating AACPS, Our AACPS Stories, Our AACPS Story Locations, Teacher Appreciation|

My bright and curious 3rd grader was feeling burned-out on the demands of school to the extent that he was being turned-off from learning. By December, he was complaining daily of not enough freedom and too much sitting in his seat.

More than a Job: Teaching is a Passion

June 4th, 2018|Annapolis Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, Teacher of the Year|

"My philosophy for teaching is very simple. Everything I do, every interaction that I have with my students, must serve the students to educate and make them feel empowered."--Stacey Scofield, Mills-Parole Elementary School Librarian

Four Elements that Drive My Classroom

May 31st, 2018|Annapolis Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, Teacher of the Year|

"My experience has led me to hold four elements sacred in my classroom...high expectations, engaging & differentiated instruction, parent involvement, and a culture of student dignity & value."--Sally Paz y Miño Wilson, THES Teacher

Balancing Development & Knowledge in the Music Classroom

May 30th, 2018|Broadneck Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, Teacher of the Year|

"Talent is only as developed as our mastery of skills allow. I have found that doing alone is not always enough--PRACTICE MAKES PERMANENT, NOT NECESSARILY PERFECT."--Robert Stojakovich, MRMS Teacher

Building the Foundation of Learning Through Relationships

May 30th, 2018|Our AACPS Stories, Our Employees, South River Stories, Teacher of the Year|

"I believe that building relationships with students and staff is the glue that holds all the essential components of teaching and learning together."--Nancy Hack-Behringer, Mayo Elementary Teacher

One Enthusiastic, Positive and Genuine Teacher

May 21st, 2018|Glen Burnie Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our Community, Our Employees, Teacher Appreciation|

"My grandson had Ms. Brady for Kindergarten last year and my granddaughter has her this year. They both love her as she makes them feel special no matter what they are doing."--Linda Batts, Grandparent

Students set to showcase their creativity and innovation at Global academic competition

May 21st, 2018|Old Mill Stories, Our AACPS Stories, Our Community|

"Destination Imagination, Inc. is a global, volunteer-led non-profit whose mission is to teach students the creative process and help them gain the 21st century skills needed to succeed in the future workforce, including creative and critical thinking, collaborative problem solving and project management. The only elementary-level team from Anne Arundel County invited to compete in Global Finals and represent Maryland is the Millersville Masterminds, from Millersville Elementary."--Stephanie Ashley, Parent