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Allen Elementary’s Black History Month Celebration featured performances deeply rooted in Black history

February 27, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Allen Elementary’s Black History Month Celebration featured performances deeply rooted in Black history, highlighting themes of resilience, justice, and artistic expression. Musical selections included “Keep Your Eyes on the Prize” performed by third graders, “Don’t B […]

Slauson student’s award-winning artwork featured in program of State of the State Address

February 27, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Erin Kawata says she was inspired by the way Michigan “illuminates the path of our nation’s growing future” The program for Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s 2025 State of the State address last night featured artwork from […]

Video: Pioneer High School holds annual Black History Month Assembly

February 25, 2025 AAPS News Editor

“We Are” was the theme of Pioneer High School’s Black History Month assembly today as talented PHS students showed examples of excellence in movement, song, spoken word, music, dance, style, and art. Take a bow, […]

Two minutes at: Thurston Elementary

February 25, 2025 AAPS News Editor

This is one in a series of videos offering a quick glimpse into one of AAPS’ 32 schools. At AAPS, our vision is “Every child, every day.” Everyone fully sees, values, and celebrates each child for […]

AAPS teachers bridge cultures and environmental justice through Puerto Rico exchange

February 24, 2025 AAPS News Editor

“The idea is to find ways—both big and small—to help AAPS students be agents of change.” In a demonstration of professional development and cross-cultural collaboration, AAPS Spanish teachers Kristi Shaffer and Marieta McGraw recently participated […]

Rival middle school teams unite in celebration of student athlete’s big moment on the court

February 21, 2025 AAPS News Editor

For Michael Hansen, being on the basketball team is a big deal By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor The Scarlett Middle School vs. Forsythe Middle School A Team basketball game is always an anticipated matchup. […]

Paws-itively fun—for a good cause

February 19, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Celebrating the 101st day of school, Lawton students and staff dress in dalmation-inspired garb to raise money for the Lawton PTO and the Humane Society of Huron Valley Lawton students and staff are celebrating 101 […]

Ellen McGee, Thurston fifth grade teacher

February 19, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Ellen O’Malley McGee is a proud product of the Ann Arbor Public Schools. She attended Burns Park Elementary, Slauson Middle School and Pioneer. After graduating, McGee went to Washtenaw Community College and earned a degree […]

Work done by the following students: Top row- Bohdi Loftus 12th, Bodhi Loftus 12th, Max Rosenburg 10th, Veronica Prozinski 9th & Ryan Wang 10th. Bottom row: Lumi Mott 11th, Lex Zain 10th, Nate Smith 12th, Micah Winchell 12th & Sophie Ricci 11th.

AAPS students showcase talent at regional art exhibition

February 19, 2025 AAPS News Editor

The public is invited to see their work at The Gallery at WCC The Gallery at Washtenaw Community College is filled with a collection of artwork that showcases the creative spirit of AAPS students. From […]

Video: Pioneer Symphony Orchestra performs its annual Symphony Serenades

February 14, 2025 AAPS News Editor

What could be a sweeter Valentine Day gift than a video of the Pioneer Symphony Orchestra performing its annual Symphony Serenades? (Not to mention that “Be Mine” sweater chosen for Orchestra Director Jonathan Glawe by […]