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[ September 24, 2026 ] A minute in the room: Thurston music teacher Yael Rothfeld helps students build creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of music Elementary News
[ September 24, 2026 ] World-Class Indian musicians bring improvisation, rhythm, and cultural connection to AAPS students Latest news
[ September 24, 2026 ] Huron students give back at Freeman Environmental Center’s annual Day of Service Features
[ September 22, 2026 ] Beth Homan, Pattengill fifth grade teacher "Exceptional" profiles
[ September 21, 2026 ] A minute in the room: Pathways to Success opens school store Features

Two minutes at: Dicken Elementary

November 11, 2021 AAPS News Editor

Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of two-minute videos offering a quick glimpse into one of AAPS’ 32 schools. At AAPS, our vision is Every Child. Every Day. Every one fully sees, values, […]

Nancy Christiansen, Food Service Manager, Dicken Elementary

November 8, 2021 AAPS News Editor

Nancy Christiansen grew up in Macomb County, the youngest of five siblings. She attended schools in the Anchor Bay School District and is a current resident of Van Buren Township. As the food services manager […]

Drew Finkbeiner, Eberwhite Elementary fourth grade teacher

October 26, 2021 AAPS News Editor

Drew Finkbeiner grew up just outside Lansing—in Bath and then Haslett. His mother, Betsy, worked as a school nurse in the Lansing School District, and later transitioned to running the Haslett Community Food Bank. His […]

Two minutes at: Eberwhite Elementary

October 20, 2021 AAPS News Editor

Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of two-minute videos offering a quick glimpse into one of AAPS’ 32 schools. At AAPS, our vision is: Every Child. Every Day. Every one fully sees, values, […]

Two minutes at: Wines Elementary

October 13, 2021 AAPS News Editor

Jessica Glaser, Wines Elementary music teacher

October 11, 2021 AAPS News Editor

By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Jessica Glaser grew up in Rochester Hills. After graduating from Rochester High School, she earned bachelor’s degrees in music education and in vocal performance at Michigan State University. Glaser […]

Two minutes at: Lawton Elementary

September 29, 2021 AAPS News Editor

Josh Tumolo, A2 STEAM fifth grade teacher

September 27, 2021 AAPS News Editor

By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Josh Tumolo was born in Camden, New Jersey, the oldest of three children. He attended Haddonfield Public Schools from kindergarten through 7th grade before moving to Saline to complete […]

Hispanic Heritage Month expands student awareness of culture, art, music & more at AAPS schools

September 23, 2021 AAPS News Editor

At Mitchell Elementary, this month is one of the highlights of the year By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Because it coincides with the busy start of the school year, the national Hispanic Heritage Month […]

Two minutes at: Carpenter Elementary

September 23, 2021 AAPS News Editor

Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of 2-minute videos offering a quick glimpse into one of AAPS’ 32 schools. At AAPS, our vision is: Every Child. Every Day. Every one fully sees, values, […]