From the Desk of Former Mayor Malinda Miles

It has been two years since I decided to remove myself from the political scene in Mount Rainier, MD, Prince George's County, and the State of Maryland. Holding the lofty position of Mayor was such a great honor, but as the years flew by, I realized that it was time to do something else -- get a life.! I did, and still continue to provide resources to the residents through The Front Porch Ministries (TFPM). Real people pass through The Front Porch Ministries weekly. LIFE is good.

Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Thomas Stone Elementary School has a new Principal, Dr. Ashanti Foster

Great meetings this week newThomas Stone Elementary School principal, Dr. Ashanti Foster. I am looking forward to a great relationship with her. Based on our meeting, I know our children are going to have a fantastic school year.

Thomas Stone Elementary is fortunate to have Dr. Ashanti M. Foster, NBCT as its new principal

Thomas Stone Elementary School

4500 34th Street

Mount Rainier, MD 20712

P: 301-985-1890

F: 301-927-1153

http://www1.pgcps.org/thomasstone/

"ONE VISION: BUILDING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND STRONG CHARACTER"

Top 5 Strengths: Developer, Strategic, Relator, Responsibility, Restorative

Please take a few minutes to welcome her to Mount Rainier, and offer your support.

Here is the letter that was sent out to introduce Dr. Foster.

June 10, 2016

Dear Parents and Guardians:

I am writing to announce that Dr. Ashanti Foster has been appointed as the next principal for Thomas S. Stone Elementary School. Dr. Foster brings a wealth of knowledge to our school. Dr. Foster leaves a position as the Academic Dean and AVID Coordinator at Oxon Hill Middle School in Prince George’s County, Maryland. She is an AVID national staff developer, presenter, and author.

She received her primary and secondary education in Prince George’s County before becoming an honors student at Morgan State University. There she earned a Bachelors in Science in Elementary Education and served in various leadership roles including marching band. She attended Bowie State University for her Master’s Degree in Secondary Education while beginning her career as a Prince George’s County School educator.

Dr. Foster served as a middle school reading language arts teacher, AVID elective teacher for 11 years and, at that time, achieved National Board Certification in 2010. After becoming Academic Dean in 2012, she earned her terminal degree in Education with a concentration in Educational Leadership from Argosy University.

Her passion for community leadership shows in her roles as Girl Scout troop leader, Cub Scout Den Leader, and Parent Teacher Association officer. These roles allow her to foster visions for success. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the entire community for the support given to our students and staff. Your partnership makes Thomas S. Stone Elementary a great school that will continue for years to come.

PGCPS was committed to finding an administrator who will continue to build on our success. The county wants Dr. Foster to continue the positive culture we have all worked to create.

Educationally

Yours, Chris A. Mills

Instructional Director

Mayor Malinda Miles

As a long-time resident of Mount Rainier and a homeowner, it is important to me that municipal government be inclusive of all of its residents. It is equally important that information be communicated through all possible channel so that residents can get involved. It is also important for residents to volunteer and serve on committees, commissions, boards and task forces. I truly believe that municipal government is the government closes to the people, and as such should be easily accessible. This BLOG is another effort to reach out to the residents of Mount Rainier.