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[ February 12, 2026 ] The Pioneer High School Symphony Orchestra spreads musical valentines across campus by delivering about 275 serenades Latest news
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Angell Elementary International Night celebrates the many cultures represented by its students and families

May 13, 2024 AAPS News Editor

International Night at Angell Elementary celebrated the many cultures represented by its students and families, We’re grateful for the many multicultural events throughout the district honoring the diversity that makes the AAPS community so vibrant. Photos […]

Burns Park students, staff, and families celebrate physical activity and eco-friendly transportation on Bike & Roll to School Day

May 9, 2024 AAPS News Editor

It was a beautiful sunny morning Wednesday when Burns Park participated in the national Bike & Roll to School Day—a celebration of biking, health, and alternative modes of transportation to school. Principal Leslee Bullock led […]

Pioneer Choir students to perform at next week’s MSVMA All-State Festival

May 2, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The Pioneer Choirs will be well represented at MSVMA All-State Festival at Michigan State University next week! The following Pioneer Choir students, director Steven Lorenz, and collaborative pianist Seohyun You will be performing at the MSVMA All-State Festival: […]

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 […]

Kim Lyon, Eberwhite Office Professional

April 24, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Kim Lyon started at Eberwhite Elementary as a lunchroom supervisor when her daughter was in elementary school. She moved into the office as the teacher clerk for a few years before becoming the office professional […]

Skyline High School adds a final station—a labyrinth—to its Mindfulness Walk Project

April 23, 2024 AAPS News Editor

When Skyline students and staff need to clear their minds, relief is as close as the Mindfulness Walk around campus, which features marked stations and ways to relieve stress. A newly built labyrinth now completes […]

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 […]

Huron High School Principal Che´Carter honored for outstanding leadership and commitment to the International Baccalaureate

April 22, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Huron High School Principal Che´Carter has been named the 2024 recipient of the IBSOM Jean Ramseyer Award for Excellence in Approaches to Teaching and Learning. The award recognizes outstanding leadership and commitment in support of […]

Ann Arbor United High Schools Figure Skating team named state champions in individual events

April 22, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The Ann Arbor United High Schools Figure Skating Team competed at the State finals in Southgate Arena on March 9-10 and earned the title of State Champions in Individual Events. The High School team coach […]

Pioneer Theatre Guild presents ‘Mean Girls High School Version’ May 2-5

April 17, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the […]