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[ October 22, 2026 ] A minute in the room: Pattengill fifth graders take charge of learning in math rotations A minute in the room
[ October 20, 2026 ] A minute in the room: Scarlett Middle School 6th grade science A minute in the room
[ October 15, 2026 ] Huron High School’s Rhythm Rats Marching Band wins two titles in debut competition Features
[ October 15, 2026 ] Bioblitz provides multi-generational search of biodiversity at Freeman Environmental Education Center Community Gives Back
[ October 15, 2026 ] A minute in the room: Sara Gibson’s orchestra class at Slauson Middle School Latest news

Crossing guards fill important role in AAPS safety plan

May 11, 2018 AAPS News Editor

By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor One of the AAPS safety initiatives designed to keep kids secure at school has been around for decades. Crossing guards are stationed at busy intersections at select elementary and middle schools […]

Mark B. Valchine II, Career & Technical Education Homebuilding teacher

May 9, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Profile and photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Mark B. Valchine II was born and raised in Allen Park, and as one of four boys, he says he learned to fend for himself […]

School Nurses: `So much more than Band-Aids’

May 9, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News National School Nurse Day—celebrated on the Wednesday of National Nurses Week—honors all school nurses who care for students in schools every day, promoting learning through healthy children. “School nursing is […]

`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 […]

Slauson Science Olympiad team takes first place in the state, heads for nationals in Colorado

May 4, 2018 AAPS News Editor

By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor It’s been 26 years since Slauson Middle School has competed in the National Science Olympiad Tournament, but thanks to a first-place finish in the state competition April 28, the […]

Drink up! Project Healthy Schools places water bottle filling stations in AAPS middle schools; nurses applaud the emphasis on hydration

May 4, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Story and photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Stay hydrated. That’s a message school nurses want to impress upon AAPS students. And the district’s partnership with Project Healthy Schools (PHS) is helping make sure that […]

Amy Sierzega, Lakewood Elementary vocal & band teacher

May 3, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Photos and video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Amy Lynn Sierzega was born and raised in Williamston. She is an alumna of Michigan State University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in music education […]

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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Bryant/Pattengill International Festival is an annual celebration of the schools’ rich diversity

April 27, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Video and photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Every year, the Bryant/Pattengill communities gather for a colorful celebration of the many cultures represented at the schools. Take a look at what makes this such a popular […]

Molly Crankshaw, Burns Park Elementary third grade teacher

April 27, 2018 AAPS News Editor

By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Eidtor Molly Sykes Crankshaw was born and raised in Ionia, the daughter of the late Dr. Robert and Barbara Sykes. She attended Eastern Michigan University, where she earned her bachelor’s […]