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Aurora Public Schools to have large presence at FBLA State Leadership Conference
It was a day of glory for many APS students who competed in a recent Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) District Leadership Conference. Between Vista PEAK Preparatory and Rangeview High School,...
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Crawford Elementary School leader named National Distinguished Principal of...
Crawford Elementary School Principal Jenny Passchier has been named the National Distinguished Principal of the Year for Colorado by the Colorado Association of School Executives (CASE). She will...
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Aurora Public Schools school leaders walk the talk to support equity in learning
APS school leaders observe a classroom. APS school leaders have decided to take a seat—in classrooms, that is. The group is embarking on “equity walks” at schools across the district to observe equity...
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One-on-one with Aurora Public Schools students: Ayana Simpson
Aurora Public Schools is filled with great students who are role models to their peers, families and community. Periodically, we like to catch up with our students to find out interesting facts and...
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Leaders of tomorrow enjoy a head start today
Self-improvement books often fly off shelves as adults around the world strive to master personal and professional skills that boost success. Luckily, students at Lyn Knoll Elementary School are ahead...
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Aurora Public Schools superintendent featured on Love Aurora podcast
Aurora Public Schools, Part 1: Superintendent Rico Munn In part one of this two-part series, APS Superintendent Rico Munn talks with host Gene Roncone about the values that drive his leadership. Rico...
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Rangeview students selected as DECA state officers, national qualifiers
By Rondah Frierson Rangeview High School Rangeview High School DECA students shined at the DECA State Leadership Conference and Competition. It was recently held at the Broadmoor Hotel in Colorado...
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Hinkley Thunderbirds spread their wings and wrap them around the world
Cobalt blue is Hinkley High School’s color of pride, but its Helping Wings club is proving that being green is the way to go. This group works restlessly to ensure the well-being of the environment and...
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Rangeview High School football team rushes to help those in need
By Rondah Frierson Rangeview High School When trouble and despair surfaces within our community, Rangeview Raiders jump in to to help. After learning that the Comitis Crisis Center was in desperate...
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Aurora Public Schools online students credit their success to blended learning
There was a time when technology devices were banned and viewed as distractions to students during instructional time. Now, 21st Century classrooms are proving that technology enhances learning,...
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Intercept Students Get a Kick Out of Class Trip
APS Intercept Day Treatment students are walking on cloud nine thanks to an opportunity to pick out a fresh pair of kicks—for free! The class recently took a trip to a Payless shoe store in pursuit of...
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Career fair gives youngest Vista PEAK students a glimpse into the future
Two Vista PEAK Exploratory P-8 students practice using a stethoscope on each other during the school’s career fair. It’s never too early for children to start planning for their future. Vista PEAK...
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Vista PEAK Exploratory student wows at state braille competition
Congratulations to Vista PEAK Exploratory P-8 student Alexiele “Lexi” Mink, who recently earned third place in the Colorado Regional Braille Challenge. The first grader was one of more than 50 blind...
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The Education Center honors Pickens Tech educator
By Susan Settergren-Harman Pickens Technical College The Education Center recently honored Pickens Technical College staff member O.B. McClendon with the Cornerstone Educator Award. McClendon received...
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Aurora Central students impress the IRS
(left to right) APS Superintendent Rico Munn with Tax Help Colorado volunteers Jose Puente Puente, David Guerrero-Baez and Tonny Sosa Juarez There are many tax preparation services to choose from, but...
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Aurora Public Schools Hosts Strong African American Families Program
As students transition from childhood to adolescence, they are faced with determining what behaviors align with their goals, who they should befriend, their attitude toward substance use and more. In...
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APS students host teen job fair
Members of the Aurora Youth Commission As summer break approaches, teenagers begin to anticipate having fun soaking up the sun with their friends and family. Additionally, many start to contemplate...
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Celebrate the arts with Aurora Public Schools
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...
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Technology Camp Breaks Down Walls between Females and STEM Careers
Statistically, women are underrepresented in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). This disparity can be attributed to many factors, including lack of role models and...
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Nutrition Services Chief earns Director of the Year honors
APS Core Belief: -Student achievement and growth are driven by a highly-effective and respected staff working as a team. Aurora Public Schools Director of Nutrition Services Mona Martinez-Brosh has...
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