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[ February 20, 2026 ] Tappan Middle School highlights vegetarian options with special lunch event Features
[ February 20, 2026 ] Seven members of the Pioneer and Skyline choirs are selected to participate in the MSVMA All-State Honors Choir Features
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Celebrating alumni success: 2022 alum Cali Hill applauds the musical theater environment at Pioneer High

April 1, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Since high school, Hill has performed in five professional regional theatre productions in Michigan A Pioneer High School alum passionate about theatre and music continues to make strides in musical theater, proving the transformative power […]

The Huron Bel Canto Choir and A Cappella Choir complete international tour to the Czech Republic and Austria

March 31, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Choir director Kent Wattleworth calls it ‘an amazing time’ The Huron Bel Canto Choir and A Cappella Choir just completed their international tour to the Czech Republic and Austria! They performed formal concerts in Prague, […]

Pioneer High School senior Haneul Park captures national gold for art portfolio

March 28, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Haneul is one of eight winners in a Scholastic art competition The prestigious Scholastic Arts and Writing Awards recently unveiled its National Gold Medalists, recognizing exceptional young artists and writers from across the country. Pioneer […]

Two minutes at: Mitchell Elementary

March 28, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Take a two-minute tour of Mitchell Elementary in our ongoing series showcasing each school in the district, where our pledge is, “Every child, every day.” Mitchell is committed to drawing upon the power of a […]

AAPS shines at Region 9 Science Olympiad at the University of Michigan on March 15

March 21, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Ann Arbor Public Schools excelled in the Region 9 Science Olympiad tournament held March 15 at the University of Michigan. Top-placing teams qualified for the State Tournament at Michigan State University on April 26. Among […]

Spring Break idea: Check out Youth Art Month in downtown Ann Arbor

March 20, 2025 AAPS News Editor

We’re pleased to invite you to another fantastic art exhibition to enjoy the marvelous creations this March during Youth Art Month in downtown Ann Arbor and at the downtown Ann Arbor District Library, 343 S. […]

Michele Heiney, Huron High School Office Professional

March 20, 2025 AAPS News Editor

For the past 18 years, Michele Heiney has served as the athletic administrative assistant at Huron High School, where she has been instrumental in supporting the school’s athletic programs. “Michele is a dedicated administrative assistant […]

Two minutes at: Pittsfield Elementary

March 19, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Take a two-minute tour of Pittsfield Elementary in our ongoing series showcasing each school in the district, where our pledge is, “Every child, every day.” Let’s go, Pittsfield Penguins!

Alumni Spotlight

2014 Pioneer graduate Sam Kidd shines as national finalist in Metropolitan Opera competion

March 19, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Only nine singers from a pool of 1,500 were selected as finalists at the March 16 competition in New York City Samuel Kidd, a 2014 Pioneer High School’s choral program graduate under Steve Lorenz, has […]

Community Ensemble Theatre presents musical to sold-out crowds

March 17, 2025 AAPS News Editor

“Curtains”—a love song to musical theatre— was a hit with cast and audience alike Photos by Margie Morris and Carrie Bank Community Ensemble Theatre (CET) at Community High School performed the Kander and Ebb musical […]