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[ 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
[ September 21, 2026 ] Idle-Free Campaign highlights AAPS display at Green Fair High School News
[ September 18, 2026 ] Skyline High School’s food pantry grows into a school community staple High School News
[ September 18, 2026 ] Skyline High School hosts hands-on carnival for students with special needs Features

Educators from across the state meet at Carpenter and Allen elementary schools to collaborate on Math Recovery best practices

March 11, 2025 AAPS News Editor

The gathering highlights AAPS’ commitment to research-based math instruction strategies Story, photos and video by Jo Mathis, AAPS District News Editor Carpenter and Allen elementary schools hosted a gathering of math education specialists on Friday, […]

Two minutes at: Lawton Elementary

March 7, 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 […]

Mary Roderique, Burns Park Elementary kindergarten teacher

March 3, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Mary Roderique was born in Minnesota and grew up near Indianapolis. She attended Indiana University, where she pursued an impressive overload of credits, studying Business, Psychology, English, Biology, and Vocal Performance before joining the School […]

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 […]