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Too legit to quit: Ms. Hammer the turtle has been classroom pet for 27 years — so far

October 9, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Video and story by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Tappan Middle School science teacher Susan Baker has some company in her staff photo I.D. Cradled in her hand is Ms. Hammer, a three-toed Eastern box turtle […]

In town for concert at Hill Auditorium, violinist treats King Elementary to solo performance

September 28, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Photos, video and story by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News When Philip Kates, a violinist with the Philadelphia Orchestra, learned he would have just a bit of free time Thursday afternoon before the orchestra’s performance at Hill […]

Spotlight on theater expands at every level; classes help students gain self confidence, practical skills

September 21, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Videos, photos, and story by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Ann Arbor Public Schools has long been known for its dedication to the arts. Now theater classes are expanding at every level, right down to two […]

AAPS launches the first IB Career-related Programme (CP) in the state

September 19, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Video and story by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Ann Arbor Public Schools’ theme for the 2018-19 school year is “engage.” And perhaps nothing puts that concept into […]

30-seconds with: A new backpack and T-shirt add to the excitement of back-to-school

September 11, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor This preschooler’s first day at Westerman Preschool & Family Center was made even more special by a brand new back pack and T-shirt. Catch the pride on her […]

Slauson Middle School holds its first 6th grade orientation

August 24, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Check this worry off your list: How to open a middle school locker

August 16, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Rising sixth graders often have some anxiety as they make the transition to middle school. How to open a locker is a common concern. Hoping to eliminate that […]

30 seconds with … FairyTale STEAM Camp

August 6, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Thanks to this Rec & Ed summer camp, these AAPS preschoolers know just how magical science can be.

30 seconds with … singing & dancing preschoolers

August 6, 2018 AAPS News Editor

It was all about birds at the 2018 Summer Learning Institute

August 3, 2018 AAPS News Editor

By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor It was all about birds this year as more than 280 families participated in one of two action-packed sessions of the Summer Learning Institute concluding today at Allen Elementary. […]