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First day of school slideshow
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Teachers and staff gather for Opening Day activities; “We care” is the theme of 2015-16 school year
The opening day of the 2015-16 year for AAPS staff and teachers was a busy one Tuesday, with each school focusing on the year-long theme of caring. It was also a time for team building, […]
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Teachers and staff head to school on Tuesday
Story and photos by Jo Mathis When AAEA President Linda Carter began her teaching career with Ann Arbor Public Schools 41 years ago, she walked into the Forsythe teachers’ lounge during a break. A […]
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Parents pleased with SISS’ emphasis on partnership
By Jo Mathis AAPS District News AAPS parents whose children have an IEP or 504 Plan say they appreciate the effort to include them more and more in the educational process. “This has […]
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“We care” is the theme of 2015-16 school year, principals learn at retreat
By Jo Mathis Eighty Ann Arbor Public Schools leaders gathered for the first day of the 2015-16 Instructional Council Leadership Retreat Tuesday. The daylong event was an information-filled kick-off to the school year for […]
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New Back to School Helpline gives parent quick access to information
What time does school let out this year? What if my child isn’t immunized yet? We just moved to Ann Arbor. How do I register my child for middle school? These are a few of […]
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Building partnerships is the goal of upcoming SISS conference
By Jo Mathis AAPS District News Editor Every AAPS parent with a child who has a disability is encouraged to attend the “Empowering Exceptional Educators Teaching 21st Century Students” conference on Wednesday, Aug. 26 at […]
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Music breaks down language and cultural barriers at Friendship Concert
“Music is an international language so even if we can’t speak English or Japanese we can be friends and make good music together,” says violin player Kanon Ando from Toyota City, Japan.
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KidSport Camp kept kids active this summer
“The KidSport approach — to learn sports skills in a non-competitive environment — is the perfect complement to Rec & Ed’s kid-friendly sports program,” says Rec and Ed Director Jenna Bacolor.
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Rec and Ed classes helping solve family mysteries
“I love it whether it’s my family or my students, because it’s the thrill of the hunt, it’s like a puzzle,” Katherine Willson explains the excitement she gets from solving a family mystery.