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Celebrating Native American Heritage Month

11/27/2024

Aurora Public Schools is proud to celebrate Native American Heritage Month!

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Apply to a Magnet School & Special Admissions Program Today!

11/01/2024

Interested in applying for the 2025–26 school year? Submit your application to any of the magnet schools or special admissions programs by Dec. 20!

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Focused on Safety: America's Safe Schools & Bus Safety Week

10/21/2024

We are proud to recognize America’s Safe Schools Week and National School Bus Safety Week, observed from Oct. 21–25.

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Attendance Matters! School Absences Affect the Child & the Community

08/30/2024

September is Attendance Awareness Month. #BePresentBePowerful

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Fourth-Annual APS Meet & Eat Food Show a Success!

08/29/2024

APS lunch menus to be revamped based on taste test results

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APS CARES about our Students, Families and Staff

08/20/2024

According to famed psychologist Abraham Maslow, food and shelter are every human's first and most basic needs.

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Four kindergarten students on their first day at Lansing Elementary.

Welcome Back to School APS Students!

08/14/2024

Enjoy this slideshow of APS students returning for the 2024-25 school year.

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District staff welcome the newest APS educators at Hinkley High School.

What Does "Back to School" Mean to You?

08/07/2024

APS educators share their first day feelings.

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NEW SCHOOL: Sable CDC Accepting Students for Fall 2024

06/03/2024

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APS’ 2023-24 Retirees Turn a New Page!

05/22/2024

APS celebrates and bids a heartfelt farewell to over 90 remarkable individuals whose dedication and passion have left an indelible mark on our community.

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Get Your Child Ready for Kindergarten! A Virtual Event on Feb. 28!

02/23/2024

Learn about kindergarten programs, registration and enrollment.

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Photos of elementary student wearing a pink construction hat and holding a gold shovel in front of a building under construction

Planning for Potential 2024 Bond Measure

02/16/2024

We are excited to hear from our community on what a potential 2024 Bond Measure could look like and mean for Aurora Public Schools.

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2024-25 District Conventional Calendar Now Available

02/07/2024

We are excited to announce the release of our 2024-25 district conventional calendar! The Board approved the calendar on Feb. 6.

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Superintendent Listening Tour Continues

02/05/2024

Provide input on the values we have identified as a community!

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Honoring the Aurora Public Schools Board of Education

01/05/2024

Take a moment to express your gratitude to our Board members!

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APS family on the first day of school 2023-24

Blueprint APS: Join Our Upcoming Community Engagement Sessions!

01/04/2024

Attend our Blueprint APS community engagement sessions to share your thoughts on the long-term educational and facilities plan!

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Mission Complete: APS Fifth Graders Build Simulated Mars Habitats

12/14/2023

Students learn about Mars in engaging way

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2023 Colorado Teacher of the Year, Jimmy Day.

Jimmy Day's Year On Top

12/14/2023

The 2023 Colorado Teacher of the Year looks back on his year in the spotlight.

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Two new APS Board of Education members and one returning member are sworn in together.

New APS Board Members Take Oath of Office

12/07/2023

District held a reception to celebrate outgoing Board members and welcome new ones.

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Side-by-side portraits of Vista PEAK Preparatory senior Madinatou Kouanda (left) and junior Gabriel Hankins

Two State FBLA Officers Share the Same APS School and a Drive for Success

12/06/2023

Vista PEAK Preparatory students lead statewide organization focused on business.

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Board Elect Members Vicki Reinhard, Tiffany Tasker and Danielle Tomwing

Aurora Public Schools to Welcome New Board Members on Dec. 5

11/14/2023

Attend the reception and witness new members take the oath of office.

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The Valor Within: A Tribute to U.S. Veterans

11/13/2023

Thank you, Veterans.

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Students at Career Trek practice medical techniques on a mannequin

Students Plan for the Future with Career Trek

11/01/2023

An interactive career fair brings industry to 8th graders' fingertips!

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Superintendent Giles speaks with a student and parent

Final Days to Provide Your Input through Superintendent Listening Tour Surveys

10/29/2023

Even if you were unable to attend a listening session, we would love to hear from you by Oct. 31!

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Students Who Speak More than One Language can Earn the Seal of Biliteracy!

10/25/2023

Earning a Seal of Biliteracy opens many doors.

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Gateway High School students in ConstrucTECH program using power tools

New ConstrucTECH Program Gives Students Hands-On Preparation for Career Success

10/25/2023

Students learn how to use construction tools and how to manage a construction site.

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Safety First: A Spotlight on Safe Schools & Buses

10/16/2023

Aurora Public Schools celebrates Safe Schools Week and School Bus Safety Week, observed Oct. 16-20.

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Mrachek Students Enjoy a Day of Discovery with CSU Science Gurus

10/09/2023

CSU’s Sci on the Fly trailer visits Home of the Titans.

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Valuing Every Voice: Superintendent Listening Tour

10/05/2023

Superintendent Mike would love to hear from the Aurora Public Schools community!

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Del Mar Academy Grand Opening Celebration ribbon cutting ceremony.

Aurora Public Schools Celebrates the Grand Opening of Two New P-8 Schools

09/29/2023

Construction of the district's two newest P-8 schools was completed over the summer.

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Attendance Matters! School Absences Affect the Child and Community

09/27/2023

Let's #ShowUpTogether on Oct. 2!

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When I Grow Up: The Big Dreams of Early Beginning’s Little Learners

09/26/2023

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Unified Sports Equal the Playing Field for Students with Disabilities

09/20/2023

Students with and without disabities are teaming up to compete in school sports.

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Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month!

09/15/2023

Honor Hispanic trailblazers, amplify Hispanic voices and learn more about Hispanic culture.

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2016 Bond Program Wraps Up: Thank You, Aurora Voters!

09/14/2023

Construction was completed over a six-year period, from 2017 to 2023.

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Don’t Risk Having Your Medicaid or CHP+ Coverage Canceled. Learn How to Renew!

09/12/2023

Every family on Medicaid or CHP+ is required to renew their eligibility application or you will lose your coverage.

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Aurora Counselor Surprised with Top Colorado High School Counselor Award

08/10/2023

Aurora Central’s Vicki Helfer received award during all-school assembly

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Aurora-born Friends Begin Teaching Journey at Del Mar Academy

08/03/2023

A trio of homegrown educators share their inspiration as they join the APS team.

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Teacher of Year Jimmy Day II Completes NASA Space Camp

07/26/2023

Jimmy Day returns from an exciting week learning about NASA!

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Congratulations, Class of 2023!

05/24/2023

It’s time to celebrate! After years of hard work, the Aurora Public Schools Class of 2023 walked the stage and grabbed their diplomas!

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Culinary Arts Students Go Head-to-Head in “Food Truck” Competition

04/18/2023

Gateway High School students recently faced off in the school’s first-ever “food truck” competition.

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Pickens’ Executive Internship Program Gives Students a Look Into Their Future

04/13/2023

Pickens Technical College Executive Internship Program offers students hands-on experiences in their aspired professions.

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Board Approves Names of District’s Two Newest P-8 Schools

03/21/2023

Aurora Public Schools is excited to announce that the district's two new P-8 schools will be called Del Mar Academy and Aurora Highlands P-8.

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Art Exhibit Showcases Unique Skills of APS Teachers

02/24/2023

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Visual & Performing Arts K-12 Magnet Campus Celebrates Grand Opening

02/16/2023

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APS Unified Basketball Game Gains NBA Attention

02/14/2023

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APS Executive Internship Program Thanks Sponsors and Awards Scholarships

02/02/2023

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Students Step Into Spotlight at Theater Festival

01/19/2023

I can make myself cry. And I did not know that.

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Honoring the Aurora Public Schools Board of Education

01/11/2023

January is School Board Recognition Month! Aurora Public Schools thanks our Board of Education for the vital role each member plays in breaking down barriers so our students can engage to their fullest potential.

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Prepare Your Students for Upcoming State Assessments

01/04/2023

The foundation of our district's strategic plan, APS 2026: Faces of the Future, is our community's core beliefs.

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Board of Education Approves the 2022-23 Boundary Recommendations

12/01/2022

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Speech-Language Pathology is “All For The Students”

12/01/2022

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East Eagles Trade their Wings for “Wood” at Skateboard Building Event

11/08/2022

Students in East Middle School’s woodworking program are proud owners of brand new skateboards that they built with their own hands

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Aurora Public Schools Teacher Named Colorado Teacher of the Year

11/03/2022

We are excited to announce that East Middle School Instrumental Music Teacher and Band Director Jimmy Day II earned the 2023 Colorado Teacher of the Year award!

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Aurora Public Schools’ Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Framework

10/05/2022

Both school and district staff members have spent the past month starting conversations about our DEI framework and finding ways to discuss both areas of success and areas for improvement.

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East Middle School Celebrates Building Transformation

10/01/2022

Students and staff at East Middle School recently came together to celebrate an incredible two-year transformation of their school

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Lifting Literacy to a Higher Level

10/01/2022

Aurora Public Schools Superintendent Rico Munn challenged every staff member at the start of the 2022-23 school year with a question to reflect on: What's your urgency?

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East Band Teacher’s State Recognition is Music to His Ears

10/01/2022

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College and Career Expert Says the Key to Success is to Start Early

10/01/2022

When the leaves start to develop a goldish tint and the crisp air has you reaching for your hoodie each morning.

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Aurora Public Schools Celebrates National Native American Heritage Month

10/01/2022

Aurora Public Schools Community.

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Aurora Public Schools Breaks Ground on Two New P-8 Schools

09/01/2022

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Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow: September is Attendance Awareness Month

09/01/2022

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Aurora Public Schools Invests in a Cleaner Future

08/18/2022

“There’s nothing more important than taking care of our planet,” said Williams. “Working to better our environment and world is everyone’s responsibility.”

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Blueprint APS Update & Next Steps

08/01/2022

Once again, we will share additional information and updates with you regularly. Thank you again for your continued support.

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New Magnet School Focused on Entrepreneurship & Invention Celebrates Grand Opening

08/01/2022

“Our students have been breaking down barriers because of the incredible support of our community.”

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Quest Student Spells Out a BUZZworthy Performance

07/06/2022

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Today Show’s Hoda Kotb surprises deserving students with scholarships!

07/05/2022

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APS’ New Instagram Handle is “@aurorak12”!

06/01/2022

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Pickens’ Horticulture Program Blossoms with Building Upgrade

03/23/2022

The open house was managed by Samantha O’Neill, Pickens' Career Placement and Coordinator, who was very excited about all the new possibilities the remodel will bring.

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School Social Workers Support Students in the Classroom and Beyond

03/07/2022

If you see an APS school social worker this week or at any time in the future, please thank them for their commitment to ensuring every student shapes a successful future!

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APS Celebrates Women’s History Month

03/01/2022

Please join us in celebrating Women's History Month by educating yourself about female trailblazers and sharing your findings to keep their names alive.

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