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Diving into the Symphony of Music with Ms. B: Student’s interview schools choir and music teacher
In an interview with Ms. B at Annapolis Middle, the student podcast team there asked Ms. B what led her to want to go down a path in the music field and how she happily ended up where she is now.
Exploring the World of Dance with Coach G: Student’s interview school’s Dance instructor
In this interview, AMS's Student podcast team interviews the dance instructor: Coach G. In this interview they cover topics like what it takes to be a Dance instructor, and how childhood passions can be beneficial and lead to a career.
A Student Interview with Ms. Hammaker: Supporting our Students Mental Health
Working with so many students give me a sense of purpose and being able to help people is important to me. - Ms. Hammaker
The National Association for Music Education invites Apex Arts Commercial Band to Perform at Leadership Assembly
"We need more of this in our schools, communities, and conferences. Thank you for shining a light on these kids and their amazing work!" - Stephanie Wiegand, Chair for the NAfME Council for Choral Education
A Great Community Opportunity for Local Youth with the SOFO Beautification Project
"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
"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
Annapolis Art Exhibit Highlights the Work of AACPS Art Students and Teachers
Thank you Ms. Zavistky from Severn Elementary for motivating and inspiring our daughter and her art was part of the exhibit.
2023 AACPS Model UN Conference Spotlight: Annapolis High School Teams Up with Annapolis Middle School to Guide their Inaugural Model UN Participation
"Annapolis High (AHS) and Severna Park High students largely ran the event by serving as the dais in each room. They taught parliamentary procedure, modeled best practices for serving in a committee, and selected the participants who should be recognized with awards. These students did most of the work on the day of the event, and they did very well!" - Ms. Sarah Poole, SPHS Social Studies Department Chair
Bestselling Author Kami Garcia Inspires Annapolis Middle Students with a Visit & Advice on Finding Their Voice as an Author
"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."
Apex Arts Commercial Band Looking to Make Their Mark at Rams Head on Stage
The band’s repertoire is diverse and is selected to showcase student strengths and capabilities. Their setlists include (but are not limited to) classic rock, contemporary rock, pop, funk, soul, and rap. The ensemble has been invited to perform throughout the local community, for various conferences, and for music festivals in and beyond Maryland.
“A Chat with Ms. Brown, AMS School Psychologist.” An Interview by Young Journalists at Annapolis Middle.
In my heart I want to make a difference in the lives of students.
Old Mill Middle School South Celebrates Mr. Hall
Mike is one of those teachers you come across once in a great while. He is just great with everyone and always has a smile and a story to tell.
Central Elementary School… The Spirit of Caring
This act of kindness is just one example of how caring and dedicated these teachers are. I am truly grateful for everything they do.
Winton Scholar 2023 – Nathan A.
I am “forever looking towards the sky.”
Winton Scholar 2023 – Spencer C.
When I looked into Mr. Winton, his story really resonated with me and it felt like we had similar passions.