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[ March 9, 2026 ] Kaylee Keena, School Social Worker at Tappan Middle School "Exceptional" profiles
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[ March 3, 2026 ] Donna Kolokithas, Allen Elementary Resource Room Teacher "Exceptional" profiles
[ March 2, 2026 ] Pioneer students’ ceramic work selected for national K–12 exhibition in Detroit High School News
[ March 2, 2026 ] Perseverance and Resistance: A Celebration of Us – Skyline’s Black History Month Show High School News

AAPS’ new Elementary Mathematics Lab lets teachers observe effective elementary math practices firsthand

May 29, 2024 AAPS News Editor

AAPS’ new Elementary Mathematics Learning Lab offers classroom teachers a unique opportunity to observe effective elementary math practices firsthand. Led by a team of experienced elementary math coaches, this lab is designed to provide valuable […]

Pioneer ceramics students collaborate with Dicken kindergarteners on a unique project

May 24, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Advanced Ceramics students at Pioneer High School recently collaborated with Mallory Kairys’ kindergarten class at Dicken Elementary on a unique and creative project. The kindergarten students created drawings of original characters after discussing what makes […]

Lawton fourth grader wins the Michigan Doodle for Google contest

May 23, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Now Ellis Richardson needs votes in the national competition Lawton fourth grader Ellis Richardson needs your vote! Ellis won the Michigan Doodle for Google contest which asked students across the country to share their wishes […]

Pioneer students Chase Crownover and Gabby Thompson join more than 130 Michigan high school students to be celebrated for their outstanding musical achievements

May 20, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The 12th annual Sutton Foster Awards is a state-wide educational initiative celebrating Michigan high school musical theatre Pioneer junior Chase Crownover and sophomore Gabby Thompson have been nominated to compete in the Sutton Foster Awards for […]

Another example of Environmental Education engagement: Third graders explore Pioneer pond

May 20, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Through highly-engaging Environmental Education learning experiences, AAPS aims to support the development of student environmental literacy. Lawton third graders’ walk through the nearby Pioneer High School woods to explore the pond is a recent example how […]

CBS News meteorologist visits Lawton Elementary; shares insights with Young 5’s and kindergarteners

May 13, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Today Lawton Elementary welcomed CBS Detroit meteorologist Karen Carter, who shared her insights into the world of weather forecasting with Young 5’s and kindergarteners. Students gained a newfound appreciation for the hard work required to […]

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 […]