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[ February 6, 2026 ] Young chefs enjoy new Rec & Ed cooking class just in time for the Super Bowl Features
[ February 2, 2026 ] During National School Counseling Week, AAPS honors School Counselors as the unsung orchestrators of student success Features
[ February 2, 2026 ] Freda Shatara, Abbot Elementary first grade teacher "Exceptional" profiles
[ January 29, 2026 ] Pioneer sophomore Natasza Dudek—the fastest female high school runner in the country—adds yet another honor to an incredible record Features
[ January 28, 2026 ] Three AAPS students shine at 2026 Young Composers of Michigan Premier Concert Elementary News

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

AAPS student artists earn honors in the Michigan Art Education Association’s 2025 State Art Show

March 14, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Congratulations to the AAPS student artists for earning honors in the Michigan Art Education Association’s 2025 State Art Show which gave them the chance to showcase outstanding artwork produced by students from all over Michigan. […]

CHS Jazz Bands excel at 43rd Annual Western Invitational

March 3, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Community High School’s jazz program made a big impact at Western Michigan University’s 43rd Annual Western Invitational this past Saturday, with multiple groups earning top honors in the prestigious competition. CHS combos “Zeitgeist” and “Funky […]

Video: Pioneer High School holds annual Black History Month Assembly

February 25, 2025 AAPS News Editor

“We Are” was the theme of Pioneer High School’s Black History Month assembly today as talented PHS students showed examples of excellence in movement, song, spoken word, music, dance, style, and art. Take a bow, […]

Work done by the following students: Top row- Bohdi Loftus 12th, Bodhi Loftus 12th, Max Rosenburg 10th, Veronica Prozinski 9th & Ryan Wang 10th. Bottom row: Lumi Mott 11th, Lex Zain 10th, Nate Smith 12th, Micah Winchell 12th & Sophie Ricci 11th.

AAPS students showcase talent at regional art exhibition

February 19, 2025 AAPS News Editor

The public is invited to see their work at The Gallery at WCC The Gallery at Washtenaw Community College is filled with a collection of artwork that showcases the creative spirit of AAPS students. From […]

Video: Pioneer Symphony Orchestra performs its annual Symphony Serenades

February 14, 2025 AAPS News Editor

What could be a sweeter Valentine Day gift than a video of the Pioneer Symphony Orchestra performing its annual Symphony Serenades? (Not to mention that “Be Mine” sweater chosen for Orchestra Director Jonathan Glawe by […]