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[ March 19, 2026 ] Scarlett Middle School teacher in the running for national “Favorite Teacher” contest Latest news
[ March 17, 2026 ] The community is invited to the 2026 IB Diploma Program Visual Arts Senior Exhibition Reception High School News
[ March 16, 2026 ] Pioneer Boys Swim and Dive team win another state championship High School News
[ March 16, 2026 ] Jean Kim, Dicken Elementary noon hour coordinator "Exceptional" profiles
[ March 12, 2026 ] AAPS students advance to SkillsUSA State Finals Academics

Margaret Baker, PTO volunteer at Thurston, Clague and Huron

May 17, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Margaret Baker’s passion for volunteering and fostering a sense of community in schools can be traced back to her upbringing in Massachusetts, where her mother, who volunteered extensively in schools, particularly in music, served as […]

All rise: Lawton Elementary fourth graders get a hands-on look at the law

April 29, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Students will visit the Ann Arbor Justice Center, talk civics with the mayor, and participate in mock trials in the courtrooms In a unique educational opportunity, the fourth-grade students at Lawton Elementary are immersing themselves […]

A triumph of teamwork and tenacity: Community High’s Mock Trial Team wins state title, is heading for nationals

April 22, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The Community High School Mock Trial Team, led by social studies teacher Chloe Root, took first place at the Michigan High School Mock Trial Competition on March 23rd, defeating a formidable team from Kalamazoo Central […]

Angell Elementary to host Neighborhood Swap Day on Saturday, April 13

April 8, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Community members offer items for free and exchange items in good condition, such as clothes, books, and small appliances Angell Elementary School, in collaboration with the City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations and ZeroWaste.org, […]

Community High School students & staff gather at the Michigan Theater to watch the documentary “There Went the Neighborhood: The Closing of Jones School”

March 7, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Community High School students and staff left the school Wednesday morning for a journey through Ann Arbor’s past. The destination? The historic Michigan Theater, where they would watch a powerful documentary that delves into the […]

Five AAPS schools receive Karen Thomas Fund Grants to support new literacy projects

February 13, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The annual fund has awarded $6,089.64 to enhance reading and fuel a passion for literacy among AAPS students Five Ann Arbor elementary schools have been awarded grants from the Karen Thomas Fund to support exciting […]

Haisley Elementary PTO spreads holiday cheer with treats for staff

December 12, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Across the district, PTOs are showing their appreciation for staff Let’s face it: Monday mornings can be tough. But this week, Haisley School Social Worker Emily Fitzgerald had an extra incentive to get up and […]

Ann Arbor PTO Thrift Shop celebrates 30 years of giving back to Ann Arbor Public Schools

November 8, 2023 AAPS News Editor

The Ann Arbor PTO Thrift Shop turns 30 years old this month, and to commemorate the anniversary, an Open House and 30% off Sale will be held on Sunday, Nov. 12th at the main store […]

Huron High School celebrates the generosity of the Class of 1973

November 1, 2023 AAPS News Editor

The Class of 1973’s loyalty and service to Huron High now shines brightly in an illuminated flaming ‘H’ LED sign At the recent Huron High School Homecoming Football Game, the Class of 1973 was honored […]

With the common goal of safe schools, AAPD & HVA are training AAPS staff to respond to medical emergencies

March 3, 2023 AAPS News Editor

This effort will help AAPS establish individual school medical emergency response teams and ensure that all schools are certified as MI HEARTSafe schools A collaborative effort between the Ann Arbor Police Department, Huron Valley Ambulance, […]