Greetings Crofton and Arundel feeders!

As a graduate of AACPS and a resident of the Crofton community, I have the distinct pleasure of announcing a wonderful addition coming to our area. In August of 2026, Anne Arundel County Public Schools will open its newest Early Childhood Center, The Carver Early Education Center (formerly the Carver Professional Development Center for AACPS) will offer 120 seats for four-year-old prekindergarten students.

I have been with Anne Arundel County Public Schools since 2001. During that time, I have served as a special education teacher, an Early Childhood Intervention teacher specialist, Program Manager for the AACPS Infants and Toddlers Program, and most recently, an Assistant Principal at Marley Glen School. I have an extensive background in early childhood education, specialized instruction, behavior, and leadership. As Principal of Carver EEC, I now have the opportunity to utilize all my experiences and skills to serve the Crofton community.

In partnership with MSDE, the AACPS Office of Early Childhood, the Office of Specialized Instruction, Birth to Five Services, and the Crofton community, we are designing a space where our students will fall in love with learning, our families will find support and guidance, and our staff will flourish in their profession. The Carver Early Education Center will be a place where all students and faculty will Belong, Grow, & Succeed.

Stay tuned as we continue to update you on our progress, initiatives, and ways you can support this exciting addition to our community.

Yours in Service,

Cheryl Hamlin

Principal, Carver Early Education Center

chamlin@aacps.org

Carver Early Education Center

Greetings Crofton and Arundel Feeder - Letter From Principal Cheryl Hamlin