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[ October 14, 2026 ] Kristen Tabert, Scarlett Middle School science teacher "Exceptional" profiles
[ October 13, 2026 ] A minute in the room: Skyline’s new Robotics Engineering class A minute in the room
[ October 7, 2026 ] AAPS schools take part in Walk & Roll to School Elementary News
[ October 6, 2026 ] A minute on the playground: Mitchell Elementary students have fun cheering, learning to yo-yo, and shooting hoops with their principal A minute in the room
[ October 6, 2026 ] Scott Arrowsmith, Mitchell Elementary 4th grade teacher "Exceptional" profiles

All Hallows Band Concert set for Thursday, Oct. 18 at Pioneer’s Schreiber Auditorium

October 15, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Video and photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor The Concert Band Purple rehearses for the Oct. 18 All Hallows Band Concert It’s back! The Grammy award-winning Pioneer High School Band invites you […]

Esteemed songwriter/composers talk to Pioneer students about their craft; new book

October 12, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Story, photos and video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Pioneer High School junior Henry Kiley is an aspiring songwriter. So he was thrilled when two celebrated, award-winning songwriters came to Pioneer’s Little Theater Thursday […]

Stephan Hogan, Tappan Middle School math teacher

October 11, 2018 AAPS News Editor

Profile, video, and photos by Jo Mathis/AAPS District News Editor Stephan Hogan was born and raised in the shadow of The Big House right here in Ann Arbor. He attended Abbot Elementary and Forsythe Middle School, […]

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 […]