Burrell Arts students pose for a photo with their instruments
Burrell Arts Students Perform at Tribute Event for Charles Burrell
06/18/2026
June 17 marks one year since Charles Burrell's passing.
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Joshua Gallien is Vista PEAK's First-Ever State Champion in Boys Track
06/04/2026
Joshua is going to UNC in Greeley on a football scholarship and also hopes to run track in college.
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Iowa Elementary Celebrates New Playground Installation
05/28/2026
KABOOM!, Denver Broncos Foundation partner with APS to spruce up elementary play space.
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Congratulations, Class of 2026!
05/22/2026
Aurora Public Schools is proud to celebrate the Class of 2026!
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Squeaky Clean: APS Custodian Rides Off Into the Sunset After 40-Year Career
05/19/2026
Longtime APS staff member ready to pass the baton, start next chapter of her life.
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Portraits of Yoshu Ngwa (left) and Jessica Alvarado Campos (right)
APS Class of 2026 Features Boettcher Scholar & Gates Scholar
05/13/2026
Boettcher Scholar from Gateway High School / Gates Scholar from Burrell Arts Campus
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Columbia Students Donate Nearly 200 Toys & Books to Children's Hospital Colorado
05/12/2026
Students completed annual service project as part of Tri-M Music Honor Society.
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Behind Every Student Success Story Is a Passionate Teacher Who Leads With Heart
05/04/2026
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APS Class of 2026 Features Five Prestigious Daniels Scholars
04/30/2026
Scholarship winners come from Aurora Central, Gateway, Rangeview and William Smith High Schools.
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Rangeview's Aidan Perez dribbles up the court during their Great 8 tournament game against Cherry Creek High School at the Denver Coliseum.
APS Prep Sports: Winter Athletics Rewind 2025-26
04/09/2026
Student athletes represented at high levels for their schools.
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Charging Into Career Exploration
03/26/2026
For five enterprising APS students, spring break was less about beaches and more about real-world experience in electric vehicle education.
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Rangeview High School Teacher Receives National Civics Recognition
03/12/2026
Samantha Westerdale is one of 63 U.S. teachers to win Civic Star Challenge.
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Important Update: 2026-27 School Start & End Times
03/03/2026
We are excited to share that beginning in the 2026-27 school year, APS will implement a districtwide bell schedule alignment as part of our commitment to student success and the priorities of our Destination APS Strategic Plan.
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The Superintendent's Powering Potential Award
Congratulations to our Powering Potential Awardees!
02/26/2026
Superintendent Mike surprised the latest recipients for their hard work and dedication.
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APS Hosts First Annual Career Fair at Hyatt Regency
02/24/2026
Event featured hands-on learning for all 8th and 9th grade students.
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Inaugural APS District Spelling Bee
02/17/2026
Over 130 students compete in district's debut bee
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2026–27 & 2027–28 School Calendars Approved by APS Board of Education
02/09/2026
As part of the calendar development process, families and staff were invited to share feedback through our annual engagement surveys in October 2025.
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Join Us! Volunteers Wanted for Citizens Bond Oversight Committee
02/05/2026
Committee helps provide oversight on bond financial spending.
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Carly Arett: Breaking Barriers & Building Trust at East Middle School
02/03/2026
Celebrating National School Counseling Week
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Coal Creek P-8 Announced as Name for New School in Horizon Uptown
01/22/2026
Name inspiration comes from local influence while serving multiple neighborhoods.
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It’s Official! APS’ New Dual Language School Named Escuela Bilingüe Betty Benavidez
01/22/2026
APS' Spanish/English Dual Language Magnet School Honors Trailblazing Latina
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The Superintendent's Powering Potential Award
Congratulations to our Powering Potential Awardees!
01/20/2026
Superintendent Mike surprised the latest recipients for their hard work and dedication.
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New P-8 School Along E-470 Will Open Doors of Opportunity for Students
01/14/2026
Opening in 2027-28, the new school will fulfil a 2024 bond campaign promise.
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APS Celebrates Mid-Year Graduates
01/13/2026
Aurora Public Schools salutes the barrier breakers who comprise the newest class of graduates
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Service in Action: Thank You, APS Board of Education
01/05/2026
Honoring the volunteer leaders who serve APS students, families and community
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Happy Holidays, Winter Break Resources & Reminders!
12/18/2025
As we wrap up the first half of the 2025-26 school year, I want to express my deep appreciation for the energy, care and commitment that define our APS community.
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Staff and community gather for the grand opening of Mrachek Middle School's Family Food Center.
Family Food Centers Strengthen Communities
12/18/2025
APS is expanding food access for those in need.
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The Superintendent's Powering Potential Award
Congratulations to our Powering Potential Awardees!
12/10/2025
Superintendent Mike surprised the latest recipients for their hard work and dedication.
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APS Welcomes Newly Sworn-In Board of Education Directors
12/05/2025
New and returning APS Board directors officially sworn in.
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APS Celebrates Veterans & Military Families Appreciation Month
11/13/2025
This November, APS is proud to recognize Veterans and Military Families Appreciation Month
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Share Your Voice: Portrait of a Graduate Community Listening Sessions
11/10/2025
Join us at an upcoming session to share ideas and help shape this important work!
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The Superintendent's Powering Potential Award
Introducing the Powering Potential Award!
11/06/2025
Congratulations to the inaugural recipients!
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From Vision to Reality: Laredo Elementary’s New Building Takes Shape
11/06/2025
Portion of the 2024 Bond Program to pay for the Lions' New Digs
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Mosley staff gather to celebrate the school's 10 year anniversary.
A Decade of Inspiration at Mosley P-8
10/20/2025
Edna and John's legacy stays strong 10 years after school opening.
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APS College Fair Opens Doors
10/14/2025
October is College Awareness Month!
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APS Partners with CU Denver to Guarantee Student Admission
10/10/2025
Agreement officially signed during event at Aurora Central High School.
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Pickens Tech Named to Top 250 U.S. Vocational Schools
10/01/2025
Pickens makes USA TODAY list for high graduation rates, graduates' salaries & diversity.
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New Educators Shine at APS
09/25/2025
Meet our new educators helping make APS THE Destination District in Colorado
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APS' First Dual Language School Opens Aug. 2026
09/16/2025
Help us name it, shape it and launch it into the future!
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Tragic School Shooting at Evergreen High School
09/11/2025
A message from APS Superintendent Michael Giles, Jr.
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APS Celebrates Groundbreaking of New P-8 School in Horizon Uptown
09/08/2025
Community on hand to witness progress of school set to open in fall 2026.
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Every School Day Matters in APS!
09/02/2025
This September, Aurora Public Schools is proud to recognize Attendance Awareness Month
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APS Meet & Eat Empowers Families to Choose School Food Favorites
08/28/2025
5th annual event featured almost 50 vendors and Miles, the Denver Broncos mascot!
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Jalen Snow Named Jr. NBA Scholastic Coach of the Year
08/15/2025
Dedicated Mosley P-8 para and coach recognized by Denver Nuggets and the NBA with national award
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APS Kicks Off the 2025-26 School Year!
08/08/2025
Enjoy a slideshow of our favorite back-to-school photos!
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Safety Top of Mind As Students, Families Return for 2025-26 School Year
07/31/2025
The Standard Response Protocol simplifies steps during emergency response.
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Rising Together: Students Build Stairs to Empower Peers with Disabilities
06/10/2025
Magnet school partners with transition center for heartwarming project.
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Burrell Arts Campus Honored by National Arts Organization
05/30/2025
Burrell Arts named a 2025 New and Emerging School Award winner.
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Congratulations, Class of 2025!
05/29/2025
Cheers to our barrier breakers for powering their potential.
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Jessica Alvarado Campos holds two gold medal certificates.
Burrell Arts Student Earns National Awards
05/28/2025
Jessica Alvarado Campos to be honored at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
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APS Partnership Strengthening & Empowering Students Through Taekwondo
05/27/2025
Local Taekwondo studio vital community partner for APS
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Altura Celebrates Student Milestones at Continuation Ceremony
05/27/2025
Pre-K and fifth grade students ascend to next level in school careers
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Longtime Kids Tech Icon Winds Down Four-Decade ECE Career
05/27/2025
Mrs. Kay, as she’s affectionately known, says her work has never felt like a “job”
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APS Staffing Team Brings Care, Compassion to Personnel Management
05/16/2025
Specialized team helps incoming staff find their footing.
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APS Investing Bond Dollars Toward School Safety Upgrades
04/01/2025
APS will begin making improvements to fire alarms and public address systems at schools during Summer 2025 .
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BOE Reaffirms Inclusivity for Students Regardless of Documentation Status
02/14/2025
The Board of Education unanimously passed the resolution that embraces our diversity and recognizes that we are an inclusive school community.
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Responding to Requests by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
02/12/2025
These procedures are intended to provide direction to all employees on handling requests from federal immigration officials.
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Learning Choices in Aurora Public Schools
01/20/2025
Aurora Public Schools provides the following learning choices to students and families
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P-TECH: Offering Pathways to High-Skill Jobs of the Future
01/03/2025
Aurora Public Schools is proud of the work we do with our community to break down barriers so that students can engage to their fullest potential and shape their own paths forward.
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Thank You, Aurora Voters!
11/11/2024
We are thrilled to announce that Aurora voters overwhelmingly approved ballot measures 5A and 5B, passing both our 2024 Bond and Capital Mill Levy!
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CLDE Breaks Barriers for APS’ Multilingual Learners
09/09/2024
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education is improving outcomes for students and teachers alike.
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APS CARES about our Students, Families and Staff
08/15/2024
The well-being of our students, families and staff is a top priority for our district.
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School Bus Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility
08/25/2023
As a parent or guardian, you want your child to get to school safely and return home in the same manner every day.
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Scripps News: Meet Hal, a robot helping future nurses treat patients in real time
02/08/2023
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FOX31: Trade school enrollment on the rise
02/02/2023
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9NEWS: Students at Vista PEAK Prep innovating with snack delivery program
02/02/2023
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The Sentinel: Hinkley science teacher receives national grant from science company
01/30/2023
Hinkley High School science teacher Susan Mumford-Hartley is one of 10 STEM teachers who received an inaugural grant from Vernier Science Education.
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AuroraTV: Aurora Public Schools Hosts its Annual Theatre Festival
01/30/2023
Aurora is home to many students who love to perform
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Yellow Scene: High-Tech vs High-Touch: The Modern Balancing Act Between Digital Assets and Real Interactive Human Experience
01/25/2023
We're all conflicted. We love our tech, do we not? But we also love personal and tactile physical experiences.
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AuroraTV: Students at Jewell Elementary take part in “Market Day”
01/25/2023
Some students at an Aurora elementary school have gotten a head start on their futures.
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The Sentinel: Rising Vista PEAK developing Herd mentality
01/25/2023
Keenon Clement admits he might just be watching basketball instead of coaching it this season if it wasn't for the group that came together at Vista PEAK.
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The Sentinel: Rangeview collects 19th straight APS Championship title
01/25/2023
Robin Allen is so used to her Rangeview team winning the annual Aurora Public Schools Championship girls swim meet that she knows a celebratory dip in the pool is coming.
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The Sentinel: APS receives grant to increase vaccine confidence in community
01/25/2023
Parents lined up Wednesday morning along Aurora Central High School's east parking lot to receive free groceries and other staples at the school's fall market, part of a series of drives at APS schools in partnership with Aurora Interfaith Community Services.
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Forbes: Finding Time For More Teaching, Learning And Joy In The School Day
01/25/2023
The pandemic-induced academic declines of American elementary school students are without precedent.
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Denver7: Aurora West Students Focus on Service During Thanksgiving Week
01/01/2023
Hundreds of students at Aurora West College Preparatory Academy are focusing on what they're grateful for this holiday season.
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Colorado Public Radio: Teacher of the Year hits a high note
01/01/2023
For Jimmy Lee Day II, music education goes far beyond learning an instrument.
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The Denver VOICE: Resurrection of the Sole
01/01/2023
Footwear in the United States is a multibillion-dollar industry.
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Rocky Mountain PBS: Educator Emporium provides free classroom supplies for Aurora teachers
11/01/2022
In a room filled with school supplies, Elba Barahona searched for items she thought her incoming students might like.
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The Sentinel: High note for a ‘low brass guy’ — APS band instructor finalist for Colorado top teacher
11/01/2022
After a district music festival in May, East Middle School band director and instrumental music teacher Jimmy Day
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Channel 2: Great Day Colorado Explores Colorado’s First Entrepreneur Academy For Kids
11/01/2022
It's the first of its kind in Colorado, a magnet school has opened up in Aurora this fall semester
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Denver7: Denver jazz, symphony icon Charles Burrell celebrates 102nd birthday
11/01/2022
Turning 102 years old, in and of itself, calls for a pretty special party.
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AuroraTV: Aurora Public Schools Partners with Xcel
11/01/2022
There are a lot of ways to make a difference in our world,
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AuroraTV: APS Celebrates the Grand Opening of East Middle School
11/01/2022
"A school is APS will be teaching their students in a brand new space.
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The Sentinel: Aurora students build their own skateboards with Amazon’s help
11/01/2022
Students at East Middle School got to build their own skateboards Thursday as part of a partnership between the APS Foundation, Amazon and other local organizations
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Denver7: Aurora teacher Jimmy Day named 2023 Colorado Teacher of the Year
11/01/2022
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