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AAPS summer programs help students build skills, confidence, and connections

July 16, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Middle and high school students are strengthening academics through engaging summer learning and credit recovery opportunities. Ann Arbor Public Schools’ summer programs at Tappan Middle School are creating opportunities for students to strengthen skills, build […]

Community High student virtually connects with inaugural poet Amanda Gorman during National Education Summit

July 15, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Community High School rising sophomore Erin Kawata joined a national conversation on education Tuesday. From her Zoom window, Erin appeared as one of three student panelists at the Smithsonian National Education Summit held this week […]

Elementary Summer School Program helps more than 500 students build skills for fall

July 13, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Carpenter Elementary hosts math, language arts, English Learner and special education support Ann Arbor Public Schools has welcomed more than 500 elementary students to Carpenter Elementary School this summer as part of the district’s Elementary […]

Safety Town is in full swing, teaching children lifelong safety skills

July 10, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Hands-on summer program helps children build confidence through real-world safety experiences A longtime summer tradition is back in full swing, offering young learners a fun and memorable way to build essential safety skills. Hosted by […]

Staff and student share a laugh during AAPS' ESY program on July 8, 2026

Extended School Year (ESY) Program helps students in special education retain skills over the summer

July 9, 2026 AAPS News Editor

This summer, Abbot Elementary is the setting for AAPS’ Office of Special Education’s Extended School Year (ESY) program, serving 73 students from preschool through 12th grade. ESYis reserved for students with Individualized Education Programs who […]

AAPS Summer Music Program brings young musicians together

June 24, 2026 AAPS News Editor

125 students are spending three weeks making music, building skills, and having fun alongside experienced student mentors. With instruments in hand and music filling the halls at Skyline High School, 125 students are taking part […]

Members of the Board of Education and Superintendent Jazz Parks in front of the new Mitchell Elementary still under construction

AAPS Board of Education tours new Mitchell Elementary construction

June 23, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Members of the AAPS Board of Education, the district’s leadership team and Mitchell Elementary Principal Samantha Cucu got the chance to tour the new school last week. The tour was led by the construction, design, […]

‘Grandma Rubye’ Ogburn Named 2026 Volunteer of the Year

June 16, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Carpenter Elementary Foster Grandparent honored as Washtenaw County program celebrates 58 years of service Long-time Foster Grandparent volunteer, Rubye Ogburn, was honored at state and county events for her dedication and service. Ogburn received Michigan […]

Student-led campaign aims to cut idling, help improve air quality on and around school campuses

June 15, 2026 AAPS News Editor

The Freeman Environmental Youth Council members take a closer look at electric buses, while Ann Arbor Public Schools advances its push toward a cleaner transportation fleet Video, photos, and story by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News […]

AAPS thanks 2026 retirees at red carpet reception

June 12, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Twenty-two Ann Arbor Public Schools retirees walked the red carpet this week at a district celebration for their years of work. The retiring employees attending the reception combined service with AAPS is nearly 700 years. […]