Posts Archive – Page 297 – AAPS District News

REMS grant dollars boost communication, school safety

March 1, 2010 AAPS News Editor

A second federal REMS grant of $315,000 to The Ann Arbor Public Schools will enhance emergency preparedness and allow purchase of SchoolMessenger system to notify parents via phone, e-mail and text messages for both critical and regular information.

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In-school clinics aim at healthy approach for students and families

March 1, 2010 AAPS News Editor

Two clinics housed in The Ann Arbor Public Schools serve a variety of eastside students and their families for preventative care as well as illness and injuries. The clinics at Scarlett Middle School and Stone High School are open during regular school hours and are run by the University of Michigan Regional Alliance for Healthy Schools.

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School Bells: Tuition preschool open houses in March

March 1, 2010 AAPS News Editor

Tuition Preschool Open Houses in March Families with children who will be 4 years old by Dec. 1, 2010, are invited to visit one of two open houses for The Ann Arbor Public Schools tuition […]

Innovation at Skyline High begins in the classroom

February 15, 2010 AAPS News Editor

Skyline High School continues its unique approach. Ann Arbor’s newest high school is now operating in its second year with magnet programs and a mastery approach to learning. It will have students of all grade levels attending by 2011.

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Live at Skyline: Leslie Center eagle takes flight as mascot

February 15, 2010 AAPS News Editor

A 3-year-old bald eagle that lives at the Leslie Science and Nature Center has been adopted as a mascot by Skyline High School. The raptor has visited the school several times for assemblies and other activities.

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Eberwhite 5th-graders warm it up with homemade blankets, scarves

February 15, 2010 AAPS News Editor

Fifth-graders at Eberwhite Elementary took a hand-made approach this year to community service, making blankets and scarves for the needy. The no-sew blankets will go to Project Linus, the scarves to the Delonis Center.

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Singers join in to keep Ann Arbor Civic Chorus a popular club

February 15, 2010 AAPS News Editor

The Ann Arbor Civic Chorus has been bringing local singers together since 1983. Members say they come back each year not only for the music, but for the camaraderie.

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Vazquez brings caring demeanor to top Scarlett post

February 15, 2010 AAPS News Editor

Gerald Vazquez has taken the reins as the new principal at Scarlett Middle School. The Saline resident hails most recently from the Detroit Public Schools.

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Seventh annual ‘NAAPID at Night’ event called ‘huge success’

February 15, 2010 AAPS News Editor

The Skyline High School cafeteria was abuzz with student talent and creativity during the seventh annual “NAAPID at Night” event last week.

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School Bells: Budget feedback report Feb. 17

February 15, 2010 AAPS News Editor

The Ann Arbor Board of Education is scheduled to hear a report Wednesday, Feb. 17 from school administrators, wrapping up information gleaned from recent community budget meetings. The meetings, held in January around the district, […]