The 21st Century Education Foundation (21st CEF) Business Partnership Award offers an opportunity for Anne Arundel County Public Schools to recognize outstanding business and community organizations whose partnerships have enhanced our students’ education. The following individuals/organizations partners will be recognized at the 2018 Networking Breakfast with the Superintendent for their commitment to supporting our students, schools, and families:
Nominated by Mills-Parole Elementary School
“The Annapolis City Police Department not only respond to our times of need, but they frequently stop by in the school to say hello and check on the students. From character education, demonstrations of K-9 dogs and showing the SWAT vehicle and materials, students are engaged with the police force in a positive way and learn from their experiences and expertise.”–Ginger Henley, Principal
Nominated by the Alternative Center for Education
“AACPS and The Boys and Girls Club of Annapolis have partnered to provide a small alternative learning environment to middle school students at Bates and Annapolis Middle Schools…which allows student to take courses in a small, structured environment.”–Pat Crain, Senior Manager of Alternative Programs
Nominated by Annapolis High School
“Faye Currie regularly supports our [Signature] program initiatives and leads the Links Leadership Academy for young ladies at Annapolis High School. These opportunities help these young ladies who come from diverse backgrounds prepare for the future and provide them with a toolbox of skills and connections that they would not otherwise have access to.” –Becky Hogan, Signature Program Facilitator
Nominated by Broadneck High School
“ClearShark H2O provides thousands of AACPS students with opportunities for hands on experiences on and around out local waterways. Throughout the past year, ClearShar H2O has been actively involved with Broadneck High School, most notably partnering with our Signature Program to create our first ever Environmental Literacy Film Festival.”–Michelle Weisgerber, Signature Program Facilitator
Nominated by North Glen Elementary School
“Kristen and Art at Dankmeyer have gone above and beyond to partner with Park and North Glen Elementary Schools, becoming our experts on prosthetics. Through the Triple E program, our school’s STEM classes have started a project on creating scale model prosthetics, and Dankmeyer has been with us since our first run of the project.” –Daniel Fitzgerald, Triple E STEM Teacher
Nominated by the AACPS Office of Student Internships
“The Eastport Yacht Club Foundation works tirelessly to bring opportunities to students in elementary, middle, and high school to learn about boating, career options, and environmental awareness.”–Tammy Diedrich, AACPS Manager of Internships & Business Programs
Nominated by Center of Applied Technology North
“Henry J. Knott Masonry, Inc. has supported the Center of Applied Technology for over 25 years. Alumni Paul Catrino [Superintendent at Knott Masonry] is a lead member of the Masonry Program Advisory at CAT-North…Because of his involvement, Henry J. Knott has donated thousands of dollars in materials to the Masonry program.” –Dan Schaffhauser, Principal
Nominated by Northeast High School
“Cheryl Queen, owner of Huntington Learning Center, began her partnership with Northeast through the Signature program two years ago. over the past two years, Ms. Queen has participated in several Signature events and activities which include: Mock Interviews, Networking Breakfast, Signature curriculum writing, and monthly ICST meetings. In addition, Ms. Queen established an ACT preparatory course for our junior taking the ACT.”–Brandi Dorsey, Signature Program Facilitator
Nominated by Oakwood Elementary School
“A team of associates from the Severna Park Kohl’s routinely supports Oakwood Elementary School and its PTA events by donating their time and support. For the 2017-2018 school year, this dedicated team helped make our two PTA Dances, two Movie Nights, Spring Gardening Day, Rock the Walk fundraiser, and Field Day a success!”–Jed Kling, Principal
Nominated by MacArthur Middle School
“For the past three years, the Odenton Church of God has gone out of their way to support the students and staff of MacArthur Middle School. It is amazing that they are able to dedicate five hours a week to help create a culture of learning at MacArthur Middle… It is with great pride that I nominate an organization that has supported MacArthur Middle in creating a culture of academic success.”–Eugene Whiting, Principal
Nominated by Crofton Meadows Elementary School
“Pongos Interactive has donated summer camps and classes to Crofton Meadows, Crofton Woods, Crofton and Nantucket Elementary Schools…The after school clubs run all year round to prepare students for the annual Wonder League Robotics Competition. The greatest contribution Pongos Interactive has made to this community is its sponsorship of the annual STEAM festival in Crofton. This free festival encourages kids to pursue a career in science and technology.”
Nominated by Southern High School
“Mrs. Howes provides practical experiences to students by spearheading the Career Expo and creating real-world competitions for students to gain skills. Mrs. Howes is on the Signature Integrated Community Stakeholders Team and is secretary for the Business and Community Advisory Board. She helps students innovative projects and hone skills through networking events, mock interviews and presentations.”–Meghan Hryniewicz, Signature Program Facilitator
