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[ 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
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Pioneer Theatre Guild presents Disney’s Newsies: The Musical Nov. 7-10

October 23, 2024 AAPS News Editor

2022 PTG alum Ethan Steiner is the director Pioneer Theatre Guild will present the musical Newsies Nov. 8 through 10 at Pioneer High School’s Schreiber Auditorium, 601 W. Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor. Based on the […]

Spotlight: Pioneer’s Natasza Dudek is setting her own pace—despite obvious comparisons

October 23, 2024 AAPS News Editor

By Terry Jacoby/Weloveannarbor.com The comparisons are obvious – it’s tough to ignore, really. They are/were both freshmen, they each have older sisters who are amazing runners, and they usually cross/crossed the finish line all by […]

Anna Milanowski, Wines Elementary second grade teacher

October 22, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Anna Milanowski was born in west Michigan and eventually made it to the University of Michigan for her undergraduate degree. She began teaching in Chicago in a dual language, Spanish-English school while earning her master’s degree […]

Two minutes at: Carpenter Elementary

October 17, 2024 AAPS News Editor

This is one in a series of updated two-minute videos offering a quick glimpse into one of AAPS’ 32 schools. At AAPS, our vision is “Every child, every day.” Everyone fully sees, values, and celebrates each […]

A park planner in the making: Angell fifth grader presents new park design—complete with a zip line and fairy garden— to Ann Arbor City Council

October 17, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Ten-year-old Erik Petainen, a fifth-grader at Angell Elementary, recently took the mic at the Ann Arbor City Council meeting to present his “Plan the Park” map, a project that may have set the stage for […]

Grammy-winning jazz legend Christian McBride performs for Community High students; critiques jazz ensembles

October 15, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Students were treated to world-class talent in the arts Nine-time Grammy Award-winning bassist Christian McBride visited Community High School last week, offering a rare opportunity for students to learn from one of jazz music’s living […]

Brian Rose, Slauson Middle School social studies teacher

October 15, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Brian Rose was born and raised in Dexter. He attended Dexter Public Schools, the University of Michigan, and Eastern Michigan University. Rose spent two years teaching at Ypsilanti Middle School and is now in his […]

From Student to Staff: Kevin Hudson

October 9, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Pioneer High School Class Principal Kevin Hudson grew up in Ann Arbor and attended Bryant Elementary and Scarlett Middle School before graduating from Huron High School in 1987. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Eastern […]

Huron High IB students tackle invasive species in collaborative project at Furstenberg Nature Area and the Freeman Environmental Education Center

October 9, 2024 AAPS News Editor

IB programming brings classroom content to life in a real-world context In a unique blend of environmental stewardship and interdisciplinary learning, Huron High School’s International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program students Tuesday embarked on a field […]

A2 STEAM band rocks Wheelchair Basketball Tournament as the event’s pep squad

October 9, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The band energized the crowd cheering on the University of Michigan’s Wheelchair Basketball Team Photos and video by Elizabeth Walker A2 STEAM band students took their show on the road on Friday, Oct. 4 when […]