APS Summer Experience: Choose Your Adventure are FREE summer camps and programs designed for APS students in grades PreK-12. Campers and attendees can have fun, be creative, solve mysteries, tinker with robots, complete a summer internship or advance in high school credits.
Full- and half-day options are available at elementary, middle school and high school locations throughout Akron. Themes include science, art, leadership, sports and more! Learn more and sign up!
School-Based Health Centers now open to all APS students
Students can schedule an after-school visit with a Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) if they need a sports physical, well-visit or vaccines. Clinics are open to all APS students. Call 330.543.7242 to schedule an appointment for one of the days below or learn more about School-Based Health Clinics.
Mondays from 3-5:30 p.m. at King CLC
Thursdays from 3-5:30 p.m. at Voris CLC
APS teachers recognized by Red Cross for saving student lives
APS teachers Jennifer Torres and Darby Baumberger were recognized at the Red Cross of Northern Ohio's annual Acts of Courage Awards event for their quick action to save student lives at school. Thank you for the bravery and love you show our students! Learn more about their stories.
More APS in the news
APS student athlete spotlight: Rosaline is a senior at Akron Early College High School and a starting pitcher and captain for the East CLC Dragons softball team. Thanks for your leadership on and off the field, Rosaline!
No good deed goes unnoticed! Ms. Learn from Mason CLC was one of many APS counselors gifted a Be Kind 330 postcard in honor of National School Counseling Week.
The school district’s budget is more than $560,000,000 and 70% is invested in salaries and benefits. Learn more about the district through our Facts and Stats information.
Dr. Erich Merkle, Pupil Adjustment Program, Office of Special Education, Akron Public Schools
The past few days in Akron have surfaced many complex and emotional topics in our community, including racial equity, civil unrest, the role of law enforcement and how the jury system works. Helping children and families process these subjects can be very difficult for caregivers at home and teachers and staff at school. The resources below can help children better understand what is happening while improving their safety and sense of security in these divisive times. If you need more support, please reach out to Akron community's mental and behavioral health resources or access APS community support resources.
Afterschool Child Enrichment (ACE) Savings Account program - Qualifying families can receive $1,000 per student to use for enrichment and educational activities. Check qualifications, apply and learn more.
The Parent Project - Changing Destructive Behavior -Attend a parenting class to learn how to address destructive adolescent behavior. There are 10 FREE group sessions on Thursdays beginning May 18 at 6 p.m. at Summit County Juvenile Court (650 Dan St.). A weekly dinner will be provided for participants. Contact tpp@cpcourt.summitoh.net to register. Learn more.
Schumacher CLC Community Health and Wellness Fair - April 22 from noon - 3 p.m. at 1020 Hartford Ave. FREE screenings and tests, diabetes education, healthy cooking tips and more! The event is free and open to the public. Learn more.
Fun things to do!
"16th Annual Family Reading Festival" - April 22 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the Akron-Summit County Public Library (60 South High St., Akron). Enjoy activities, music and FREE books! View the schedule of events or learn more.
Running for a Good Cause 5K run and walk event - April 22 from 9 - 10:30 a.m. at Beech St. Trail. Help raise money for APS athletic programs and the APS Athletics Hall of Fame. Register and learn more.
West Akron Kiwanis "Flapjacks & Flowers" - April 29 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Westminster Church (1250 W. Exchange St.). Enjoy performances from Miller South School VPA students. Tickets are $10. Proceeds support APS. Learn more.
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