Vassar Teacher Helps Student Reach New Heights
Vassar Elementary School third grade teacher Nancy Taphorn understands the value of a hand-written letter in today’s tech-driven society. Every winter and summer break, she mails her third-grade...
View ArticleVassar Elementary Hosts ‘Bring Your Parent to School Day!’
Vassar Elementary School recently hosted a special "Bring Your Parent to School Day!" Parents met with Principal Stacey Stuart and Assistant Principal Sandy Fenley to discuss grade-level reading...
View ArticleCelebrate the Arts with APS!
Aurora Public Schools is excited to host the 2015 Festival of the Arts on April 13-26 at the Town Center at Aurora. During mall hours, come enjoy hundreds of artistic masterpieces created by APS...
View ArticleGame 24 Tournament Highlights Student Math Skills
At the APS Professional Learning & Conference Center, students from across APS recently showed off their math skills in the annual Game 24 Tournament. Nearly 50 students in grades 6-8 from 12...
View ArticleCongratulations, 2015 Aurora Scholars!
APS students who strongly contribute to the life and community of their schools were recently honored as Aurora Scholars by the City of Aurora. The program was established in 2009 to bring city...
View ArticleAPS Summer Food Service Program Begins 5/26
APS SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM Aurora Public Schools announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program for 2015. Breakfast and lunch will be provided without charge to children 18 and...
View ArticleSchools Earn More than $29,000 in Spring Energy Challenge
The Hinkley Green Echoes earned the top award for high schools in the spring 2014 energy challenge. Ten APS schools earned more than $29,000 in cash awards for reducing energy use in the district’s...
View ArticleAPS Students and Staff Team Up to ‘Go Green’ for Green
Through the Aurora Public Schools Green Stars Program, students and staff are collaborating to reduce their environmental footprint and their hard work is paying off two fold. In addition to the reward...
View ArticleProposed 2016-17 APS Calendar
Vea en español. In October, APS convened a calendar committee to develop options for the 2016-17 Conventional School Calendar. The committee is recommending a draft calendar that is very similar to the...
View ArticleApproved 2016-17 Conventional Calendar
Vea en español. The Board of Education approved the 2016-17 conventional school year calendar at its meeting on Jan. 19 based on recommendations by the Calendar Committee. The committee was comprised...
View ArticleAPS Students Become the Change they Wish to see in the World
Students of all ages across Aurora Public Schools are on a mission to save the world, literally. Our students are embracing eco-friendly practices and taking time out of their busy days to promote...
View ArticleAPS Summer Food Service Program Begins 5/31
Aurora Public Schools announces the sponsorship of the Summer Food Service Program for 2016. Breakfast and lunch will be provided without charge to children 18 and under.All schools will be serving...
View ArticleGame 24 Tournament “Adds Up” to Fun and Skill Building for APS Students!
At the APS Professional Learning & Conference Center, students from across APS recently showed off their math skills in the annual Game 24 Tournament. More than 50 students in grades 6-8 from 10...
View ArticleThe City of Aurora Recognizes APS Students as Future Leaders
The City of Aurora recently honored numerous Aurora Public Schools students as Aurora Scholars! These students are recognized as Aurora’s future leaders who have made noteworthy contributions to their...
View ArticleCongratulations, APS Heart Champions!
Courtesy American Heart AssociationKudos to the Aurora Public Schools students and staff who participated in the American Heart Association's Jump Rope/Hoops For Heart & Donate To Play Tournaments....
View ArticleAPS Preschool Screenings Begin Feb. 1
All children ages 3 or 4 on or before October 1 are age-eligible for the Aurora Public Schools Preschool Program. In order for your child to be considered, a parent or legal guardian must attend the...
View ArticleStudents Learn about Colorado in a New and GIANT Way
Submitted by Amanda Gould Aurora Public Schools Students at various elementary and K-8 schools in the Aurora Public Schools are getting the chance to learn with the Giant Map of Colorado. The map is on...
View ArticleVisit APS’ Festival of the Arts Now Through April 22!
Aurora Public Schools is excited to host the 2017 Festival of the Arts at the Town Center at Aurora. This free event, which is open to the public now through April 22, features original works of art...
View ArticleJoin us at a Rockies Game this Sunday, May 7!
The Colorado Rockies and Aurora Public Schools Foundation invite students, families and staff to celebration the annual APS Appreciation Day at Coors Field this Sunday, May 7 at 1:10 p.m.! Enjoy an...
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