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Forsythe Middle School Orchestra performs for composer via Zoom

May 24, 2022 AAPS News Editor

A virtual visit from Adrian Gordon included inspiring Q & A session; helpful critiques By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor It was a rare treat for the Forsythe Middle School Orchestra when composer Adrian Gordon […]

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AAPS once again leads the way with PLTW Distinguished School recognition for 2021-22

May 18, 2022 AAPS News Editor

AAPS is once again leading the way with PLTW Distinguished School recognition for 2021-2022.  The PLTW Distinguished Program Recognition recognizes districts and schools committed to “helping students own their education by increasing student access, engagement, and achievement in […]

Elementary News

Two minutes at: Pittsfield Elementary

May 11, 2022 AAPS News Editor

Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of two-minute videos offering a quick glimpse into one of AAPS’ 32 schools. At AAPS, our vision is Every Child. Every Day. Every one fully sees, values, […]

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Two minutes at: Pioneer High School

May 9, 2022 AAPS News Editor

Editor’s Note: This is one in a series of two-minute videos offering a quick glimpse into one of AAPS’ 32 schools. At AAPS, our vision is Every Child. Every Day. Every one fully sees, values, […]

"Exceptional" profiles

Peggy Leonard, Lakewood & A2 Open art teacher

May 4, 2022 AAPS News Editor

Peggy Wier Leonard is a townie who grew up in Ann Arbor and attended Mack, Forsythe, and Pioneer. She attended Eastern Michigan University with the idea of being an elementary classroom teacher with a minor […]

Elementary News

King Elementary/A2V+Virtual Academy teacher Laura Wayne named 2021 DTE Energy Foundation Educator of the Year

April 29, 2022 AAPS News Editor

The award honors educators who create a culture for the arts to flourish; Wayne called the ‘consummate art teacher’  Video and photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor It was supposed to be a typical […]

Features

Pioneer’s A Cappella Choir named Michigan School Vocal Music Association 2022 Outstanding Choir

April 27, 2022 AAPS News Editor

By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Applause, applause! The Pioneer High School A Cappella Choir has been designated through blind audition as the Michigan School Vocal Music Association (MSVMA) 2022 Outstanding Choir.  Only two choirs from across the state are given […]

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Tickets on sale now for The Huron Players’ weekend performances of ‘The Mystery Of…’

April 26, 2022 AAPS News Editor

Tickets are now on sale for The Huron Players’ weekend performances of “The Mystery Of…” The show will be held at Huron High School on Friday, April 29 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, April 30 at […]

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Pioneer Theatre Guild presents Les Miserables School Edition at Skyline High School May 13, 14, 15

April 21, 2022 AAPS News Editor

PTG’s production comes to the stage after pandemic shut it down in 2020 In March 2020, the Pioneer Theatre Guild‘s first attempt at producing Les Misérables was forced to shut down due to the pandemic. […]

Elementary News

Slauson 8th grader spends all day Sunday dropping off signs in honor of Earth Day 2022

April 18, 2022 AAPS News Editor

With district’s & principals’ permission, Shanon Kawata placed signs at 17 schools Slauson Middle School eighth grader Shanon Kawata spent all day Sunday dropping off  signs in honor of Earth Day April 22 at 17 […]

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