School ends next week! Sign up for summer fun at APS Summer Experience
Help make the most out of your child’s summer with FREE camps and programs at APS Summer Experience: Choose Your Adventure! Open to students in grades PreK-12, campers and attendees can create art, train for fall sports, build robots, explore careers, advance in high school credits and much more!
Half- and full-day options are available at APS schools across Akron. Learn more and sign up!
Enroll your student in kindergarten for the 2023-24 school year
There's only a few weeks of school left! Enroll your kindergartner before school’s out and your child is eligible for fun, creative and FREE summer programs with APS Summer Experience. Learn more about enrollment.
Congrats to our 2023 Teacher of the Year!
The APS Teacher of the Year was revealed at last week's annual Teacher of the Year banquet. Congrats to this year's winner! We appreciate our APS teachers and staff for their hard work and dedication to our students. Check our Facebook page for our other award winners.
Project Rise is a collaboration between APS, local shelters and the community that helps students experiencing homelessness stay in school. Learn more about support services.
Dr. Erich Merkle, Pupil Adjustment Program, Office of Special Education, Akron Public Schools
As we continue to recognize Mental Health Awareness Month in May, one of the easiest ways to practice self-care is spending time outdoors. Only 15 minutes a day outside can boost our moods, lower stress and improve our sense of wellness. Learn more:
Summer Youth Employment Program - The Summer Youth Employment Program offers Akron students an opportunity to earn up to $2,400 while gaining eight weeks of job experience and valuable skills in meaningful positions across greater Akron. Learn more and apply!
Assistance with energy bills - Eligible Ohio residents can apply to the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) for a one-time assistance with utility bills. Check eligibility and apply.
Lawn mower safety tips - Did you know each year more than 9,000 children visit the emergency room due to lawn mower-related injuries? These tips from Akron Children's Hospital can help you and your student stay safe this summer.
Fun things to do!
Art in Business Gallery - May 25 at the Sylvester Small Administration Building (10 N. Main St.). Visit the gallery to support student artwork sponsored by local businesses and patrons.
Akron Juneteenth Festival - June 17 from 1-7 p.m. at Stoner Hawkins Park. Enjoy a parade, teen talent show, balloon release and more! Learn more.
Camp What If Akron -July 17-21 or July 24-28, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Summit Lake Community Center (380 W. Crosier St.). Students going into grades 6-8 can enjoy a FREE day camp full of field trips, games, creativity and more! Learn more.
