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[ 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
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[ January 27, 2026 ] Skyline High School Theatre presents the dark comedy ‘Light up the Sky’ High School News
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Executive Director Elementary Education Melita Alston, Superintendent Jazz Parks, Angell Principal Meg Fenech and Mayor Chris Taylor at the Blue Ribbon Celebration.

Video: Angell Elementary celebrates Blue Ribbon designation

December 15, 2025 AAPS News Editor

This fall, Angell Elementary was one of 13 public schools that the Michigan Department of Education named Blue Ribbon Schools. On Friday, December 12th Angell students, staff and families celebrated the recognition.

Video: Wines Elementary kinders visit Domino’s Farms’ Petting Farm

December 1, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Wines kinders visit Domino’s Farms’ Petting Farm; field trip ties to an Arts & Letters curriculum module Video and photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Wines Elementary kindergarteners had an amazing time at Domino’s Farms […]

Video: Abbot principal makes good on his promise after successful run-a-thon

November 13, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Whipped cream pie was the dessert of the day Abbot students exceeded the $30,000 goal at the annual PTO run-a-thon, so Principal Stephan Hogan made good on his promise. Thanks to the run-a-thon sponsors, parents, […]

Video: Dicken Elementary holds its annual Halloween parade

October 31, 2025 AAPS News Editor

What an amazing Halloween parade at Dicken Elementary today! Thanks to all our families, staff, and fun-loving neighbors who made this day so special for the students.

Video: Eberwhite music teacher leads students in spooktacular singing of Halloween song

October 29, 2025 AAPS News Editor

“With feeling this time!” Eberwhite Elementary music teacher Jeffrey Willets leads students in a song perfect for the big day on Friday.

Skyline High School’s first Buddy Event brings students together for morning of fun

October 3, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Special education students joined Skyline peers for the inaugural T.Wall Buddy event, fostering connections through games and activities Photos and video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News EditorWhat an amazing day! At the Oct. 2 inaugural […]

One week to go: AAPS staff are back in the buildings, preparing for the 2025-26 school year

August 18, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Just one week until our students return, our AAPS staff are back in the buildings, putting the finishing touches on classrooms and preparing for an amazing new school year. From organizing supplies to decorating bulletin […]

Strong community turnout at AAPS Back to School English Learner Fair

August 18, 2025 AAPS News Editor

514 people representing 165 families attended the festive 2nd annual event Ann Arbor Public Schools’ Second Annual Back-to-School English Learner Fair drew impressive attendance on Friday, with 165 families and 514 total attendees participating across […]

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 […]

Huron High School Class of 2025 Senior Clapout, May 23, 2025

Huron Class of 2025 celebrated as they leave school as students for the last time

May 23, 2025 AAPS News Editor

Huron High School today said goodbye to the seniors in the class of 2025. After a final class meeting in the gym, the seniors left Huron as students one last time to applause from Huron […]