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[ July 16, 2026 ] AAPS summer programs help students build skills, confidence, and connections Features
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Pioneer High School community sends off seniors with festive clap-out

May 22, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Video and photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor On the the last day of classes for seniors, the Pioneer community bids so long with the annual clap-out. Congrats, Class of 2026! Pioneer’s Class of […]

Community High School hosts a reflective and colorful celebration on the seniors’ last day of classes

May 22, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Video and photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Community High School seniors marked a memorable milestone with their annual senior celebration. Following an all-senior photo on the front lawn, senior send-offs were held in […]

AAPS students shine on the national stage

May 4, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Every student returned from the Academic Games Leagues of America with at least one medal Sixty AAPS students in grades 5-12 competed in the Academic Games Leagues of America National Tournament in Charlotte, N.C. recently […]

Pioneer High School took first place in the high school division,

AAPS excels at State Science Olympiad, sends Pioneer and Slauson teams to nationals

April 29, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Huron High School places an impressive fifth of 54 teams, and Clague Middle School, third among 59 middle schools in the state AAPS students delivered a standout performance at the Michigan Science Olympiad State Tournament […]

Huron business students bring financial lessons to life at Thurston Elementary

April 23, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Teen-led initiative connects classrooms, builds real-world skills during Financial Literacy Month For the third year, the Jump$tart Teen Teach program at Huron High School is helping young students learn budgeting, saving, and investing—while inspiring a […]

Christy Landefeld, Logan Elementary Office Professional

April 22, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Editor’s Note: Administrative Professionals Day 2026 is today, April 22, and recognizes the vital contributions of administrative assistants, secretaries, receptionists, and other support staff. We honor this vital work throughout the district today and every day. […]

After the storm, a swift cleanup restores Bach playground—even as “Todd the Turtle” and huge maple tree are lost

April 20, 2026 AAPS News Editor

On the Bach Elementary playground, where a beloved turtle-shaped play structure once stood, there is now an empty space and a growing tribute. In the wake of Tuesday night’s storm, confirmed by the National Weather […]

One family. Four schools. Countless lives shaped.

April 17, 2026 AAPS News Editor

For nearly four decades, Don Packard and Maria Murphy have shaped lives at AAPS. Now their daughters are carrying on that legacy. By Jo Mathis/AAPS News Editor For nearly four decades, Don Packard and Maria […]

The Ann Arbor community joins AAPS to strengthen bonds around student mental health

April 14, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Leaders from 19 organizations gathered at the inaugural AAPS Student Mental Health Partnerships Summit Representatives from 19 community organizations—counselors, crisis workers, social workers, program managers, and school administrators—came together Monday for the inaugural AAPS Student […]

Erica Yeo, Pathways to Success math teacher

April 10, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Born in Northern Michigan and raised in Boyne City, Erica Yeo grew up spending her summers swimming and her winters snowboarding. After high school, she took a few gap years to travel and live in […]