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AAPS students shine at ACS U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad in Huron Valley Region

May 7, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Ann Arbor Public Schools had remarkable success in the U.S. National Chemistry Olympiad (USNCO) local exam in March at Eastern Michigan University. The top-scoring students from the local exam were nominated for the national examination in mid-April. […]

Slideshow: We celebrate our AAPS teachers on National Teacher Appreciation Day

May 6, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor On National Teacher Appreciation Day and every day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to educators who shape the future through their dedication, patience, and commitment to learning. Thank […]

Dicken Elementary breaks ground on new school

May 5, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Students, staff, and community members gathered at Dicken Elementary on Friday for a groundbreaking ceremony marking the start of construction on a new building that will serve Ann Arbor Public Schools for generations to come. […]

AAPS schools excel at Science Olympiad State Tournament

May 5, 2025 AAPS News Editor

AAPS schools had an amazing day at the Science Olympiad State Tournament, which was held at Michigan State University on April 26th, winning three of the state’s four bids to the 2025 National Tournament. The […]

Clague Middle School student wins `Aspiring Young Journalist Award’ from the Journalism Education Association

May 5, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Annabella Mi was honored as the JEA’s 2025 Aspiring Young Journalist By Joe Humphrey, MJE, JEA Journalist of the Year Coordinator Do not underestimate middle school journalists. Those are the fitting words of Annabella Mi, […]

State Representative Jimmie Wilson, Jr. State Senator Jeff Irwin, Ypsilanti Superintendent Dr. Alena Zachery-Ross, Ypsilanti School Board member Jeanice Townsend, Michigan Board of Education President Dr. Pamela Pugh, WISD Superintendent Naomi Norman and AAPS Superintendent Jazz Parks

Challenges facing public education in Washtenaw County discussed at town hall meeting

May 1, 2025 AAPS News Editor

State Board of Education President Dr. Pamela Pugh, state elected officials and education leaders from across Washtenaw County shared an update about threats to education, what’s going well in Michigan and what support community members […]

AAPS gymnasts soar to second place at Eastern National Championships

May 1, 2025 AAPS News Editor

The gymnasts train at Ann Arbor’s Gym America Congratulations to our eight AAPS students from Ann Arbor’s Gym America who competed at the Men’s Eastern National Gymnastics Championships in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on April 24-26th! […]

Alex Sutton, Haisley Elementary music teacher

May 1, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Since 2021, every day at Haisley Elementary has made Alex Sutton want to stand up and shout “Bingo!” Having previously taught graduate students, undergraduates, high schoolers, and middle schoolers, his time as a Haisley Husky […]

Skyline High School Theatre presents `Hadestown’ May 2-4

April 29, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Skyline High School is thrilled to announce its production of “Hadestown,” a captivating folk opera that will leave audiences spellbound. Sixty-two student actors, musicians, and technicians will take the stage from May 2-4 at Skyline. […]

Burns Park Elementary rings in 100 years with historic celebration

April 29, 2025 AAPS News Editor

A century of education and community was marked with jazz, speeches, classic cars, and the dedication of a centennial bell Video and photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor The rain held off just long […]