May 2024 Archives

Pioneer students Chase Crownover and Gabby Thompson join more than 130 Michigan high school students to be celebrated for their outstanding musical achievements

May 20, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The 12th annual Sutton Foster Awards is a state-wide educational initiative celebrating Michigan high school musical theatre Pioneer junior Chase Crownover and sophomore Gabby Thompson have been nominated to compete in the Sutton Foster Awards for […]

Another example of Environmental Education engagement: Third graders explore Pioneer pond

May 20, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Through highly-engaging Environmental Education learning experiences, AAPS aims to support the development of student environmental literacy. Lawton third graders’ walk through the nearby Pioneer High School woods to explore the pond is a recent example how […]

Margaret Baker, PTO volunteer at Thurston, Clague and Huron

May 17, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Margaret Baker’s passion for volunteering and fostering a sense of community in schools can be traced back to her upbringing in Massachusetts, where her mother, who volunteered extensively in schools, particularly in music, served as […]

Westerman preschoolers boogie for global fitness on Project ACES Day

May 16, 2024 AAPS News Editor

ACES (All Children Exercising Simultaneously) Day turned the hallways into a dance party The hallways of Westerman Preschool transformed into a lively dance party today. The fun was all part of ACES (All Children Exercising […]

Ann Arbor Public Schools’ PLTW and CTE Expo showcases diverse and exciting programs available to all students

May 15, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The Skyline High School Commons was the setting Tuesday night for the Ann Arbor Public Schools’ Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Expo. Project Lead the Way is available to all elementary, middle, and […]

Pioneer wins Science Olympiad State Tournament; Slauson takes second in middle school division

May 14, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Pioneer High School won first place in the high school division at the Science Olympiad State Tournament held at Western Michigan University on Saturday, May 4th. Pioneer bested 46 other teams for its first state […]

CBS News meteorologist visits Lawton Elementary; shares insights with Young 5’s and kindergarteners

May 13, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Today Lawton Elementary welcomed CBS Detroit meteorologist Karen Carter, who shared her insights into the world of weather forecasting with Young 5’s and kindergarteners. Students gained a newfound appreciation for the hard work required to […]

Angell Elementary International Night celebrates the many cultures represented by its students and families

May 13, 2024 AAPS News Editor

International Night at Angell Elementary celebrated the many cultures represented by its students and families, We’re grateful for the many multicultural events throughout the district honoring the diversity that makes the AAPS community so vibrant. Photos […]

Coert Ambrosino, Environmental Education Teacher

May 9, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Coert Ambrosino is now in his sixth year serving as Environmental Education teacher for Ann Arbor Public Schools. Ambrosino is a product of AAPS (Abbot, Forsythe, Community, and Pioneer) and says his background in the […]

Burns Park students, staff, and families celebrate physical activity and eco-friendly transportation on Bike & Roll to School Day

May 9, 2024 AAPS News Editor

It was a beautiful sunny morning Wednesday when Burns Park participated in the national Bike & Roll to School Day—a celebration of biking, health, and alternative modes of transportation to school. Principal Leslee Bullock led […]