Annapolis Middle School At-A-Glance   School officials developed a two-year school improvement plan targeting reading and mathematics Second year of school wide International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program (IB MYP) implementation Facilitates a professional development plan that focuses on integrating MYP instructional strategies throughout the school New teachers are given mentoring support through the Right Start Advisor program. Provides teachers with planning opportunities for teachers to collaboratively plan instruction Emphasis on reading and writing across curriculum Provides incoming 6th graders students with a Summer Bridge readiness program Provides Summer Academy learning opportunities for seventh and eighth grader students School-wide focus on monitoring student performance using formative assessments Teachers have created increased intervention opportunities for students needing additional help Ongoing implementation of “Caring Communities” to provide a network of support and an adult mentor for all students Commitment towards a school-wide focus on positive student behaviors through PBIS Common focus on the needs of an inclusive, diverse learning community   City of Annapolis At-A-Glance   Annapolis Middle School is located in Annapolis, Maryland, a town with colonial charm and modern ways. The city of Annapolis has a very historic atmosphere. Annapolis, the state capital of Maryland, is located in Anne Arundel County on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. Anne Arundel County was founded in 1649, it was named after Queen Anne of England.  Maryland was one of the thirteen original colonies and became the third state in the United States of America. Today, Annapolis combines history and modern day practices by acting as the home of two major educational institutions, Saint John's College and the United States Naval Academy. Annapolis is a waterfront town; it is sometimes referred to as the sailing capital of the world.   Many symbols represent the life and history of Maryland's Anne Arundel County: The Maryland Blue Crab               Dog- Chesapeake Bay Retriever  Flower- Black Eyed Susan           Tree- White Oak Song- "Maryland My Maryland Annapolis Middle School at a Glance: 1399 Forest Drive Annapolis, MD 21403 Grade Organization: 6-8 Traditional Comprehensive Middle School 2009-2010 School Year   SCHOOL STAFFING   DESCRIPTION          Principal 1     Assistant Principals 3     Secretary 5     Library Media Specialist 1     Library Aides 1     Instructional Tech Support Tech 1     Guidance Counselors 3     Psychologist 0.5     AYP Resource Teachers 2     IB MYP Coordinator 1     Social Worker 1     Teachers 51     Special Education 6.5     Special Education Secondary Aide 2.5     Special Education IEP Clerk 1     Parent Liaison 1     Reading Specialist 1.0     School Aides 2.00    Permanent Substitute 2