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Community High School’s 46th commencement ceremony is high-energy, memorable event

June 6, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Story, photos & video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Hill Auditorium was the setting Tuesday night for Communitiy High School’s 2018 commencement ceremony. Each of the 127 graduates had 30 seconds to speak to […]

Interim Principal Shaenu Micou in graduation gown handing Alexis Harrison in cap and gown an award.

Pathways celebrates the future with the Class of 2018 Commencement Ceremony

June 5, 2018 AAPS News Editor

“I still kept going because of my ambition, motivation, independence, and having unconditional love for my loved ones. I’m ready to take my next step on my journey, class of 2018 it’s our turn,” says Pathways graduate Tiana Corrao.

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Skyline says so long to seniors with school-wide standing ovation

June 1, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Skyline High School bid seniors farewell this morning in an emotional standing ovation.

Steve Rodriguez, Pioneer High School PE teacher & coach

May 24, 2018 AAPS News Editor

By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Steve Rodriguez has been a well respected and popular PE teacher and coach at Pioneer High School since 1977. He grew up in Allen Park and chose to attend Detroit […]

His grandmother’s kimchi inspires former ESL student, whose story wins national award

May 15, 2018 AAPS News Editor

By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Huron High School senior David Lee grew up in a Korean household where not much English was spoken. But because an English education is highly regarded in Korea, his […]

`Now let’s play ball!’ Dottie Davis thanks supporters at dedication of Dottie D. Davis Softball Field

May 8, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Story, photos, and video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News From here on out, all girls who play softball for Huron High School will represent outgoing Athletic Director Dottie Davis—and that’s quite a legacy to live up […]

A group shot of the 46 graduating seniors that received scholarships from the Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor.

Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor awards 46 scholarships to graduating seniors

May 1, 2018 AAPS News Editor

“I have no doubt that the message these young people will take from this event is the importance of community involvement, support and service. We look forward to their carrying on the tradition of giving back to their community wherever their life’s work takes them,” said Superintendent Jeanice Swift.

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