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[ March 11, 2026 ] Tappan Middle School students take the stage with ‘Shrek The Musical JR.’ April 17–19 Features
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Skyline High School hosts Restorative Justice Practices Symposium, celebrating 12 years of student-led peacemaking

January 21, 2026 AAPS News Editor

SkySquad continues its work as a recognized model for school-based restorative justice Skyline High School’s SkySquad program brought together students, educators, and community members on Friday for a Restorative Justice Practices Symposium, marking more than […]

Jonathan Smigell, Huron High School art teacher

January 20, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Jonathan Smigell grew up in Plymouth, Michigan. After graduating from Canton High School, he attended Wayne State University, where he earned a BFA in Painting and Photography. He later […]

Skyline Arts Benefit & Collage Concert to be held Feb. 11 at Skyline High School

January 9, 2026 AAPS News Editor

The event will benefit Skyline music, art, and theatre students Skyline High School will celebrate the amazing talents and artistry of its students at its annual Arts Benefit & Collage Concert on Wednesday, February 11, […]

Pioneer High School’s triple crown: How 3 girls’ teams captured state championships in 2025

January 5, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Athletic Director Eve Claar discusses the culture of excellence at Pioneer Ann Arbor Pioneer High School is celebrating another remarkable season, with three women’s teams claiming state championships in field hockey, cross country, and swimming […]

Video: The Pioneer A Cappella Choir delivers annual singing telegrams

December 19, 2025 AAPS News Editor

As the snow fell outside, the Pioneer A Cappella Choir spread holiday cheer by presenting their annual singing telegrams throughout the building—a perfect way to kick off winter break.

AAPS students perform at the MSVMA Region C & State High School Honors Choir

December 16, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Exciting News from Pioneer & Skyline High School Choirs! Eighteen talented members of the Pioneer and Skyline Choirs recently traveled to Allen Park High School to participate in the MSVMA Region C High School Honors […]

Community High students bridge communities through art and storytelling

December 12, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Democracy in Dialogue is sponsored by the Smithsonian Institution, through the University of Michigan Museum of Art Eight Community High School students are discovering that democracy is more than just casting a vote. It’s about […]

Community ASL and Skyline choir students sign and sing the National Anthem at U-M basketball game

December 12, 2025 AAPS News Editor

ASL teacher Jen Niner couldn’t be prouder of her students’ performance Jen Niner, ASL teacher at Community and Skyline High Schools, is still overwhelmed with pride following Tuesday night’s performance at the University of Michigan […]

AAPS teacher works to keep world languages alive in Michigan classrooms

December 9, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Danielle Capitan, a German teacher at Pioneer and Huron High Schools, earned a statewide award for her work supporting language programs When Danielle Capitan received the Distinguished Service Award from the Michigan World Language Association […]

Video: Pioneer High School sophomore Natasza Dudek wins the Nike Cross Nationals

December 8, 2025 AAPS News Editor

As if state and regional championships weren’t enough! Wach Pioneer High School runner Natasza Dudek win the Nike Cross Nationals championship held December 6 in Portland, Oregon that included elite athletes from across the country. […]