Registration deadlines for the Goodyear STEM Career Day are Monday, Feb. 27 for high school and Friday, March 31 for middle school. Learn more about event dates, Rube Goldberg applications and more.
Transportation safety training
The district is continuing to improve safety measures in and out of the classroom. APS school bus drivers, aides and APS School Safety Team members attended START (School Transportation Active Threat Response Training) to train bus drivers for emergency situations. Learn more about training details and upcoming meetings.
Music, fun and learning at Schumacher CLC
Schumacher CLC 4th graders had fun using pool noodles to drum along to the beat in Mrs. Young's music class! Check out this video!
More APS in the news
Firestone Theatre is recognizing those who have contributed to Black Theatre for Black History Month.View today's highlight.
Each APS school bus is sanitized every night and is equipped with cameras to protect our students. Learn more about APS transportation services.
Dr. Erich Merkle, Pupil Adjustment Program, Office of Special Education, Akron Public Schools
Many families recognize their children could benefit from behavioral health services.Unfortunately, it can take weeks to months to get an appointment, followed with a maze of paperwork and the uncertainty of entering an unfamiliar world of mental health support. Families can prepare for therapy with guidance from Nationwide Children's Hospital.
Behavioral health services are available in every APS school, helping students and families thrive everyday because of these critical services.
Tips to deal with stress- These five tips from Akron Children's Hospital can help your student if they are feeling stressed.
Totalee Girls Mentoring Program. Girls ages 10-15 can participate in a mentoring program with Coach Retha to develop key character traits including love, self-awareness, respect and more. The program lasts 10 weeks beginning March 2. Classes are from 6-8 p.m. at 380 W. Crosier St. Learn more.
Fun things to do!
Apollo's Fire Family Concerts: Rainbow Songs -Feb. 26 from 2-3 p.m. at Akron Art Museum (1 S. High St.). Sing along to songs from Jerusalem, Spain, Italy and Africa. The event is free but registration is encouraged. Learn more.
Miller South's 30th anniversary celebration -March 3 at 7 p.m. at 1055 East Ave. Enjoy student performances and art galleries. The event is free but registration is encouraged.
Martin García García piano performance - March 7 at 7:30 p.m. at EJ Thomas Hall. Ticket prices vary.
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