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[ September 25, 2026 ] AAPS capital programs manager selected for national school air quality fellowship Features
[ September 24, 2026 ] A minute in the room: Thurston music teacher Yael Rothfeld helps students build creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of music Elementary News
[ September 24, 2026 ] World-Class Indian musicians bring improvisation, rhythm, and cultural connection to AAPS students Latest news
[ September 24, 2026 ] Huron students give back at Freeman Environmental Center’s annual Day of Service Features
[ September 22, 2026 ] Beth Homan, Pattengill fifth grade teacher "Exceptional" profiles

Westerman preschoolers boogie for global fitness on Project ACES Day

May 16, 2024 AAPS News Editor

ACES (All Children Exercising Simultaneously) Day turned the hallways into a dance party The hallways of Westerman Preschool transformed into a lively dance party today. The fun was all part of ACES (All Children Exercising […]

Ann Arbor Public Schools’ PLTW and CTE Expo showcases diverse and exciting programs available to all students

May 15, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The Skyline High School Commons was the setting Tuesday night for the Ann Arbor Public Schools’ Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and Career and Technical Education (CTE) Expo. Project Lead the Way is available to all elementary, middle, and […]

Pioneer wins Science Olympiad State Tournament; Slauson takes second in middle school division

May 14, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Pioneer High School won first place in the high school division at the Science Olympiad State Tournament held at Western Michigan University on Saturday, May 4th. Pioneer bested 46 other teams for its first state […]

CBS News meteorologist visits Lawton Elementary; shares insights with Young 5’s and kindergarteners

May 13, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Today Lawton Elementary welcomed CBS Detroit meteorologist Karen Carter, who shared her insights into the world of weather forecasting with Young 5’s and kindergarteners. Students gained a newfound appreciation for the hard work required to […]

Angell Elementary International Night celebrates the many cultures represented by its students and families

May 13, 2024 AAPS News Editor

International Night at Angell Elementary celebrated the many cultures represented by its students and families, We’re grateful for the many multicultural events throughout the district honoring the diversity that makes the AAPS community so vibrant. Photos […]

Coert Ambrosino, Environmental Education Teacher

May 9, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Coert Ambrosino is now in his sixth year serving as Environmental Education teacher for Ann Arbor Public Schools. Ambrosino is a product of AAPS (Abbot, Forsythe, Community, and Pioneer) and says his background in the […]

Burns Park students, staff, and families celebrate physical activity and eco-friendly transportation on Bike & Roll to School Day

May 9, 2024 AAPS News Editor

It was a beautiful sunny morning Wednesday when Burns Park participated in the national Bike & Roll to School Day—a celebration of biking, health, and alternative modes of transportation to school. Principal Leslee Bullock led […]

Kelly Newton, A2 STEAM 4th grade teacher

May 3, 2024 AAPS News Editor

Kelly Newton grew up in South Lyon, the youngest child of Clifford M. Jurrjens, an engineer at Detroit Edison’s Fermi II Nuclear Power Plant, and Winifred A. Jurrjens, a middle school teacher. Education runs deep […]

Pioneer Choir students to perform at next week’s MSVMA All-State Festival

May 2, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The Pioneer Choirs will be well represented at MSVMA All-State Festival at Michigan State University next week! The following Pioneer Choir students, director Steven Lorenz, and collaborative pianist Seohyun You will be performing at the MSVMA All-State Festival: […]

Surfs Up! Chartwells and AAPS staff pause for a photo at Lakewood Elementary in March during National Breakfast Week.

AAPS celebrates School Lunch Heroes who make mealtime a school day highlight

May 2, 2024 AAPS News Editor

National School Lunch Hero Day honors frontline workers dedicated to serving up “Happy and Healthy” On Friday, May 3, AAPS and its food service partner Chartwells K12 are joining schools across thecountry to celebrate National […]