Anne Arundel County Public Schools Renews Public Contract School Status of Monarch Academy Annapolis for Next Seven Years - The Children's Guild
The Children’s Guild is delighted to announce the renewal of public contract status by the Anne Arundel County Public Schools (AACPS) for Monarch Academy Annapolis for the next seven years. AACPS conducts a comprehensive on-site review of each of its charter and contract schools including interviews with parents, teachers, students, school leadership, and governing board members. This renewal signifies the continued commitment of The Children’s Guild’s charter and contract schools to provide exceptional education and opportunities for its students.

“We are thrilled to receive the renewal of our public contract school status by AACPS. This acknowledgment is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community who support our mission of providing a high-quality education,” said Shae Johnson, Principal of Monarch Academy Annapolis. “With this renewal, we look forward to continuing our tradition of excellence and innovation in education. The school remains committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment where every student can thrive and reach their full potential.”

“Congratulations to the Monarch Academy Annapolis who strive for high academic standards and are accountable for student performance outcomes,” explains Pat Crain, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Options and School Climate, AACPS. “Our mission is to provide parents and the community a choice by providing innovative charter and contract school opportunities for students. We are committed to accountability and autonomy while supporting these schools to produce positive outcomes for students and families of Anne Arundel County.”

Monarch Academy Annapolis is part of The Children’s Guild, founded in 1953, and focused on helping students and families find success socially, emotionally, educationally, and developmentally through special education, school-based mental health services, treatment foster care, autism services, family mental and behavioral health services, and workforce development programs.