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Craig Beery, AAPS music teacher

January 7, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Craig Beery teaches music at Tappan Middle School, and Angell, Pattengill, and Lakewood elementary schools. Beery grew up in the small Michigan town of Chesaning in Saginaw County, where he was a student in the […]

Two minutes at: Skyline High School

January 3, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Video by Jo Mathis, AAPS District News EditorThis video 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 […]

Pittsfield cafeteria becomes winter wonderland thanks to creative Chartwells workers

December 21, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Chartwells K12 employees Pearl Brewer and Vanessa Varney love to make lunchtime even more enjoyable for the students at Pittsfield Elementary. Every school day through January they will add a new decoration for the kids […]

AAPS music teacher collaborates with students to create original song for every classroom

December 20, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Music teacher John Churchville has again collaborated with students to create original songs for every classroom in at Pittsfield Elementary. “When you give students ownership over the creative process, they become much more invested in […]

Slauson sixth graders create and donate puzzle cubes to Mott Children’s Hospital

December 18, 2024 AAPS News Editor

For Kim Jaster, who teaches the PLTW Design and Modeling class, these humanitarian “Puzzles with Purpose” lessons are among the most important At Slauson Middle School, Kim Jaster’s Design and Modeling class has again turned […]

Photo slideshow: Winter Spirit Week throughout the district

December 18, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The last week before winter break brings out the festive spirit across Ann Arbor Public Schools. Students and staff are taking part in creative theme days including Wear a Hat Day, Cozy Sweater Day, and […]

4 AAPS students among 20 in the state chosen for the MSVMA All-State Musical Theatre Ensemble

December 16, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Pioneer & Skyline students receive the state’s highest recognition of excellence in musical theatre performance Four AAPS High School Choir students auditioned for and were selected to participate in the MSVMA All-State Musical Theatre Honors Ensemble. Only 20 students, state-wide, were selected to […]

Two minutes at: Angell Elementary

December 14, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Take a peek at Angell Elementary in our latest two-minute video capturing some of the energy that makes this downtown neighborhood school so special. A huge shoutout to the staff, students, and families who form […]

Pioneer choirs treated to UMS masterclass with bass soloist Christian Simmons

December 10, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Three singers performed for and were coached by Simmons during the masterclass The Pioneer Choirs Friday afternoon held a masterclass with Christian Simmons, bass soloist for the upcoming UMS production of Messiah. Three students—Mia Abbasi, Stella Peng, and […]

Caroline Semrau, A2 STEAM first grade teacher

December 5, 2024 AAPS News Editor

A2 STEAM first grade teacher Caroline Semrau was born in Manila, Philippines, the youngest of six children. When she was two years old, her family immigrated to the United States and eventually settled outside of […]