AACPS-TV News Digest with Maneka Monk.
An Anne Arundel County Public Schools news program.


• South River Teacher Named Maryland Teacher of the Year
• Congressional Medal of Honor Ceremony
• BGE/Meade HS Digital Classroom Donation
• Monarch Academy Annapolis Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
• Glen Burnie High School Dedication



Hello and welcome to the Anne Arundel County Public Schools Digest, bringing you news about the people and programs of Anne Arundel County Public Schools.

South River High School teacher Josh Carroll was recently named the 2017-18 Maryland Teacher of the Year by the Maryland State Department of Education! The announcement by State Superintendent of Schools Dr. Karen Salmon culminated a brilliant six-month run for Carroll, who was named Anne Arundel County Public Schools Teacher of the Year in April and a finalist for the state award in September. Carroll has spent 18 years in Anne Arundel County Public Schools, all at the high school level. He is now a nominee for the National Teacher of the Year award.

The students in the county’s junior ROTC programs had an unforgettable and unique experience as they witnessed the hoisting of the flag of the Congressional Medal of Honor Society. Junior cadets from AACPS were inspired to meet many of the medal recipients. The raising of the flag is in anticipation of the Society’s annual convention to be held in Annapolis in September 2018.

The school system continues to thrive in large part because of the generosity of community partners. And Baltimore Gas and Electric is the latest example of how much our community cares about our students. Through the donation of special technology, more students who cannot physically attend school now have the ability to still participate in school activities. The technology allows the student’s face to be seen on a tablet screen that is attached to a robotic stand with a wheel which is remotely controlled. Students who use the robot are not only able to take part in instruction, but enjoy an entire school day with their peers. A few other students around the county have been able to benefit from this groundbreaking concept and resource.

The students and staff of Monarch Academy Annapolis Public Contract School had much to celebrate during the ribbon cutting celebration of their newly-renovated and modernized facility operated by the Children’s Guild. The ribbon cutting ceremony was attended by a host of elected and school officials in honor of the second contract school in the county and another academic option for students in Annapolis. The school brings together many students from throughout Annapolis in exciting atmosphere where learning is still at the forefront. The school serves about 580 students in kindergarten through fifth grade.

A crowd of Glen Burnie High School supporters recently gathered pay tribute to one a community member who - for decades - has made a positive impact on many students, educators, volunteers, and residents. In a surprise ceremony, local businessman and volunteer Mike Phennicie watched the unveiling of wing in the school dedicated to innovation and Excellence in Community-Based Leadership & Volunteerism. Phennicie will soon be leaving the area for retirement.


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