Ann Arbor Board of Education

Retiring AAPS teachers, staff honored at Top of the Park celebration

June 20, 2013 AAPS News Editor

At the district Retirement Celebration at Top of the Park Tuesday night, the message was clear: Thank you for a job well done. […]

Big Lots donates $2,500 to Lawton Elementary

August 10, 2012 AAPS News Editor

The grand opening of the Big Lots on Lohr Road Friday morning featured balloons, a ribbon-cutting ceremony, and a sizable donation to Lawton Elementary. “Before we open the doors, I’d like to take the opportunity […]

Ann Arbor Public Schools retirees honored at Top of the Park celebration

June 21, 2012 AAPS News Editor

By Tara Cavanaugh The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education partnered with the Ann Arbor Public Schools Educational Foundation to create the first-ever celebration for all AAPS retirees at a Top of the Park […]

Youth Senate offers sense of community for high schoolers

April 18, 2011 AAPS News Editor

Students are focused on poverty and homelessness in Washtenaw and achievement gap issues among high school students this year. Youth Senate is a school board-approved group, giving them a seat at the board table where they regularly report about their activities. […]

AAPS Board of Education issues statement on tenure charges

December 16, 2010 AAPS News Editor

This official statement was issued on Dec. 15, 2010 by the AAPS Board of Education: “The Ann Arbor Public Schools Board of Education has adopted a resolution to proceed on tenure charges against two teachers in the district. This action permits the State of Michigan Teacher Tenure Commission to conduct an evidentiary hearing in accordance with legal guidelines before an employment decision is finalized.” […]

Opening Day kicks off school year, search plans move forward

September 7, 2010 AAPS News Editor

WITH VIDEO: As he prepares to leave the district this fall, Superintendent Todd Roberts encourages staff to continue a focus on strategic planning, improved student achievement and diversity and equity. […]

Ann Arbor district seeks firm to help with superintendent search

August 30, 2010 AAPS News Editor

A professional search firm is being sought to assist The Ann Arbor Board of Education in the selection of a new superintendent. Bids are due on Sept. 10. The RFP timeline calls for selecting a firm Sept. 29 and hiring a new superintendent to start next spring. […]