Latest news
Agenda Planning: How Board Committees Work
There’s a few reasons why items get on the Board’s agenda for review. […]
Month: September 2013
Latest news
On Being the Spokesperson for the Board
So one of the main reasons I had to really think long and hard about doing regular blog posting for the AAPS News is not that I don’t love to talk about education or district issues, — because I do, ask anyone! […]
Elementary News
Allen assembly addresses bullying behavior, promotes peace
Allen Elementary students were delighted by a performance of musician Guy Louis, who used a variety of creative methods to help students understand how to recognize and address bullying behavior. […]
Community Gives Back
PHOTOS: U-M women’s basketball visits Burns Park
The University of Michigan women’s basketball team took some time out of their busy schedule to play around with kids at Burns Park. […]
Features
Sinking Fund FAQ
Here are answers to frequently asked questions about the fund. […]
Features
Creating a solid foundation for district operations: the sinking fund
On Nov. 5, the community will vote on the sinking fund millage. It’s important to know what the sinking fund can and cannot pay for. […]
Features
‘When you eliminate teaching positions, it has an effect on class size’
The Oct. 2 Count Day is coming soon, and AAPS administration is keeping a close eye on enrollment and class sizes. […]
Superintendent's Blog
Listening and Learning from Ann Arbor
During the first three weeks of this school year, I have visited many classrooms, schools and community events to see our teachers, students, and leaders ‘in action,’ and I am most impressed with what I […]
Community Gives Back
U-M athletes teach AAPS students to address bullying
Over 1,300 Ann Arbor Public Schools third-sixth graders learned how to deal with bullying from U-M student athletes. […]
Elementary News
Neighborhood schools, budget cuts themes at first Superintendent Community Forum at Angell
Superintendent Dr. Swift kicked off her first community forum at Angell Elementary on Thursday, Sept. 19. […]