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Kent Wattleworth, Huron High School Director of Choirs

September 25, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Kent Wattleworth was born in Ann Arbor and grew up in Canton. His father was an engineer for Ford and Visteon, and his mother taught French at the elementary and middle school levels. Wattleworth earned […]

Indigo Lee, Allen Elementary third grade teacher

September 20, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Indigo Lee grew up near Brighton where she spent her childhood exploring the great outdoors, riding horses for many years, and living near her grandparents who continue to hold special spots in her life. After […]

Video: A quick look at how AAPS ensures a culture of dignity, belonging, and well-being

September 19, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Just before the start of the new school year, Pittsfield Elementary teachers took a bus tour of their students’ neighborhoods, strengthening connections along the way Editor’s note: This is the second in a series of […]

Video: A quick look at how AAPS ensures a culture of dignity, belonging, and well-being

September 18, 2023 AAPS News Editor

A2 STEAM fifth graders raise chickens and vegetables, sell eggs at a farm stand, and live by the mantra of POWER—Presence, Openness, Willingness, Empathy, and Respect. Editor’s note: This is the first in a series […]

De’Marko Thurman, A2 Virtual+ teacher

September 12, 2023 AAPS News Editor

De´Marko Thurman and his two siblings were born and raised in Detroit by his mother, Carolyn, a retired Office Professional for Detroit Public Schools, and his late father, Wilfred, who worked as a steel worker […]

AAPS Adult Education expands; now offers classes at two new locations

September 11, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Adult Ed & ESL classes are now offered at locations in the Lincoln Consolidated School District as well as the new Michigan Works location on Ellsworth Road The Ann Arbor Public Schools Adult Education program […]

Video: 2023 Pioneer Grad Lawrence Robuste shines at Special Olympics World Games

September 8, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Ann Arbor Public Schools special education teacher John Conley assembled a montage showcasing Pioneer High School 2023 graduate Lawrence Robuste at the 2023 Special Olympics World Games in Germany in June. The video highlights Lawrence’s […]

Jen Shaw, Tappan Middle School Spanish teacher

September 6, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Jen Shaw is the recent winner of two distinguished teaching awards Editor’s note: Tappan Middle School Spanish teacher Jen Shaw was recently honored with two prestigious teaching awards. She has just been named the Michigan […]

Two AAPS high schools achieve Michigan Top Ten in U.S. News 2023-2024 Best High Schools

August 30, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Recently released U.S. News 2023-24 Best High School Rankings again demonstrate the quality educational experience and performance of Ann Arbor Public Schools High Schools. Two Ann Arbor Public Schools high schools have achieved top ten rankings in […]

Michelle Landis, Scarlett Middle School math teacher

August 30, 2023 AAPS News Editor

When asked what makes Michelle Landis an Exceptional Teacher, Scarlett Middle School Assistant Principal Jaye Peterson replied: “Everything!” Scarlett teacher Evelyn Daugherty agrees, adding: “Michelle goes above and beyond to help each student meet the […]