AAPS District News

Kim Jaster, Slauson Middle School PLTW teacher and Athletic Director

February 16, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Slauson Middle School PLTW teacher and Athletic Director Kim Jaster was raised in Trenton, Michigan, and began her professional career immediately after high school with Electronic Data Systems/General Motors. After 13 years in the business […]

The Pioneer High School Symphony Orchestra spreads musical valentines across campus by delivering about 275 serenades

February 12, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Video by Jo Mathis/AAPS District NewsThe Pioneer High School Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Jonathan Glawe, spread musical valentines across campus today by delivering about 275 serenades throughout the school day for students and […]

Bach Elementary students discover the power of food at Mood Boost event

February 11, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Mood Boost is part of Chartwells K-12’s broader initiative to promote nutrition education Bach Elementary School’s multi-purpose room transformed into an interactive nutrition experience today as Chartwells K-12 hosted a Mood Boost event designed to […]

Megan Smulders, Allen Elementary School Social Worker

February 11, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Allen Elementary School Social Worker Megan Smulders grew up in Columbus, Ohio, attended Columbus School for Girls, and earned a Bachelor of Science in Communications from Ohio University before completing her Master of Social Work […]

District-wide NAAPID celebrations emphasized the importance of family involvement in student success

February 10, 2026 AAPS News Editor

National African American Parent Involvement Day (NAAPID) was celebrated throughout the Ann Arbor Public Schools district on Monday, with each school hosting opportunities for families to engage in their children’s education. The day was founded […]

Young chefs enjoy new Rec & Ed cooking class just in time for the Super Bowl

February 6, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Ann Arbor Rec & Ed‘s new “Adult/Child Cooking: Touchdown Treats” class was a huge success last night as families teamed up in the Pioneer High School kitchen to create the ultimate Super Bowl spread: Butterscotch […]

During National School Counseling Week, AAPS honors School Counselors as the unsung orchestrators of student success

February 2, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Longtime AAPS counselor reflects on the work of this crucial staff By Jo Mathis/AAPS District News As National School Counseling Week arrives, Ann Arbor Public Schools celebrates the vital work of counselors who serve as […]

Freda Shatara, Abbot Elementary first grade teacher

February 2, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Freda Shatara grew up in a home in Livonia where learning was always encouraged and celebrated. Reading played a central role in her childhood—her mother read to her daily, and before long, she was eagerly […]

Pioneer sophomore Natasza Dudek—the fastest female high school runner in the country—adds yet another honor to an incredible record

January 29, 2026 AAPS News Editor

Natasza is the 2025-26 Gatorade National Cross Country Player of the Year—the first scholastic female in history to double at nationals For Pioneer sophomore Natasza Dudek, what’s another national honor on top of so many […]

Three AAPS students shine at 2026 Young Composers of Michigan Premier Concert

January 28, 2026 AAPS News Editor

The recognition of Amyra, Kai, and Lucas at the state level shows what students can accomplish given the tools, time, and trust to create, says music teacher John Churchville Three AAPS students recently had their […]