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[ July 16, 2026 ] AAPS summer programs help students build skills, confidence, and connections Features
[ July 15, 2026 ] Community High student virtually connects with inaugural poet Amanda Gorman during National Education Summit Features
[ July 13, 2026 ] Elementary Summer School Program helps more than 500 students build skills for fall Elementary News
[ July 10, 2026 ] Safety Town is in full swing, teaching children lifelong safety skills Latest news
[ July 9, 2026 ] Extended School Year (ESY) Program helps students in special education retain skills over the summer Latest news

Safety Town is in full swing, teaching children lifelong safety skills

July 10, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Hands-on summer program helps children build confidence through real-world safety experiences A longtime summer tradition is back in full swing, offering young learners a fun and memorable way to build essential safety skills. Hosted by […]

Little scientists cook up big learning

July 23, 2025 AAPS News Editor

The Rec & Ed early education camp transforms the kitchen into a learning laboratory Our little scientists are cooking up some amazing discoveries at Kitchen Chemists camp this week.Watch as our early learners, who have […]

Safety Town returns for another summer of interactive learning

July 11, 2025 AAPS News Editor

More than 600 kids are participating in this 46-year-old tradition It’s back! Ann Arbor Public Schools’ Recreation & Education Department is once again offering Safety Town, a 46-year-old summer program that teaches young children essential […]

Video: A2 Nature Guardians summer camp concludes two weeks of enriching exploration

July 19, 2024 AAPS News Editor

The A2 Nature Guardians summer day camp concludes today at the Freeman Environmental Education Center, where campers explored ecology and stewardship principles through place-based activities and games, including habitat enhancement and native plant gardening projects on […]

Fall Food Drive and free fitness class offered Aug. 26

Rec & Ed co-sponsors fall food drive & free fitness class Aug. 26

August 15, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Help fill Food Gatherers pantry shelves and have fun doing it Community Education and Recreation (Rec & Ed), Venue by 4M, and Food Gatherers are bringing residents together for a fun fitness event and food […]

Scarlett Middle School’s staff kickball team named 2023 A2 Rec & Ed Kickball League Champions

August 10, 2023 AAPS News Editor

The Scarlett co-workers enjoy this annual summertime tradition—especially this year as the undefeated champs Congratulations to Scarlett Middle School’s staff kickball team which has been named the 2023 A2 Rec & Ed Kickball League Champions! […]

125 high school volunteers this summer helped staff 150 Rec & Ed enrichment and sports camps

August 4, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Teens have been positive role models while giving back to their community Rec & Ed’s High School Volunteer Program is an incredible opportunity for young adults to gain valuable experience while making a positive impact […]

Four photos of children enjoying a Rec & Ed summer camp

There’s something for everyone at the AAPS Rec & Ed summer camps

July 21, 2023 AAPS News Editor

There are still a few openings at the camps running through August 4. To register, go to aarecedonline.com Offering something for everyone, AAPS Rec & Ed summer camps are keeping children active and engaged. Rec […]

Video: Rec & Ed’s Spring Break Camp concludes a fun-filled week

March 31, 2023 AAPS News Editor

AAPS Rec & Ed concludes a fun-filled week of activities at the 2023 Spring Break Camp.

Registration continues for Rec & Ed’s Spring 2023 adult enrichment classes

March 9, 2023 AAPS News Editor

Starting April 3, Rec & Ed will offer a variety of virtual, in-person, and hybrid classes designed for health and enjoyment Experience something new and rejuvenate your current workout routine this spring with some of […]