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Tuesday, August 27, 2019
APS Breaks Ground on New P-8 School with Focus on STEM Education
AURORA, CO – Aurora Public Schools (APS) will break ground this week on a new school with a focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education. The school’s curriculum will engage students in creative hands-on projects that will prepare them for future STEM careers. The school will serve students in preschool through 8th grade and will officially open in August 2020.
APS is reaching out to the local community to help determine the name of the school, its mascot and the school’s colors. The new P-8 will offer a full range of sports for grades 6-8. Students in all grades will be able to participate in after-school clubs, activities and learning opportunities. Construction for the new school is funded by the voter-approved $300 million 2016 bond program.
WHAT: Groundbreaking Ceremony for new P-8 School at Harmony
WHEN: Wednesday, August 28th @ 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: 52 N. Robertsdale Street, Aurora, CO 80018
The school is located in Aurora in the Harmony subdivision along E. Ellsworth Ave. between Robertsdale St. and Trussville Rd. Since the school is in an area of new construction, GPS systems do not accurately display its location.
*Please refer to the map below for directions to the site.
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
Pickens Technical College HVAC Students Participate in National Signing Day
Story Submitted by Eric Ward, Pickens Technical College Assistant Director
Five students from Pickens Technical College Heating and Air Conditioning program (HVAC) recently participated in the inaugural SkillsUSA National Signing Day. Similar to "National Signing Day" events for high school student athletes, these high school seniors announced their commitment to pursue a career or continue with their education in the HVAC industry or skilled trades. Several of these seniors will have received job offers and will begin their careers upon graduation.
Official spokespeople NFL quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and his father, Tony Garoppolo, a career electrician, celebrated SkillsUSA National Signing Day with the students at Silicon Valley Career Technical Education in San Jose, CA.
"Signing Day was a big moment in my life," said J. Garoppolo. "It solidified my decision to attend college and play football, putting me on course to where I am today in my NFL career. The students we are celebrating today are making that same kind of commitment. This is their first step on the path to a rewarding and vital career. From here, they'll need to work on the skill, patience and hard work required to succeed as a trade professional, a lesson I learned from my dad, who supported our family as a professional electrician. Congratulations to all the hardworking students who are signing their official 'letters of intent' today."
Students participating in the first-ever SkillsUSA National Signing Day received a Klein Tools signing kit, which includes a hat, t-shirt, bag and a pair of professional-grade Klein Tools pliers to start their careers.
Pickens Technical College is home to the largest SkillsUSA chapter in the state of Colorado, and students from its programs earned a total of 48 gold, silver and bronze medals at the SkillsUSA Colorado State Leadership and Skills Conference in April. The gold medalists will advance to the National Leadership and Skills Conference in June in Louisville, KY.
Thursday, April 12, 2018
APS Students Earn Daniels Fund Scholarships!
Fifteen graduating APS seniors have earned the Daniels Fund Scholarship for demonstrating outstanding character, leadership and service. The Daniels Fund Scholarship covers all required tuition and fees, room and board, books and supplies and other miscellaneous college expenses.
Congratulations to the following Daniels Fund Scholars:
Aurora Central High School
- Steven Asher
- Akolda Redgebol
- Armonium Tsegaye
Hinkley High School
- Pamela Arzate
- Angel Aleman
- Calvin Pope, Jr.
- Josue Estrada Murillo
Rangeview High School
- DeJuan Chapa
- Nathan Jones
- Andres Marquez
- Brayan Rodriguez
- Abel Negussie
- Nadya Nfaoui
- Danyion Reagan
William Smith High School
- Salma Fakiri
Thursday, December 15, 2016
Despite Freezing Cold, Kids to Kids Giveaway Will Surely Warm Hearts
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
December 15, 2016
WHAT: Kids to Kids Great Christmas Giveaway
WHEN: Saturday, December 17, 2016 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
WHERE: North Middle School
12095 E Montview Blvd, Aurora, CO 80010
Despite Freezing Cold, Kids to Kids Giveaway Will Surely Warm Hearts
Students at North Middle School and Paris Elementary will have the chance to spend a cold Saturday morning warming hearts. Thanks to an incredible community partner, Erica Rae’s Kids, North and Paris students and their siblings can shop with Santa’s helpers (Aurora Lights students) to pick out gifts for their siblings.
Thousands are expected to take part in the Kids to Kids Great Christmas Giveaway happening at North Middle School on Saturday. The school will be transformed into a holiday wonderland. There will be a letter writing station to write to Santa and a wrapping station for gifts. Santa will also be there to take photos with students and their families
This event is made possible thanks to the hard work of Erica Rae’s Kids, staff members at North and Paris and countless donations from the community.
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Interested media may contact APS News Media Specialist
Patti Moon at 303-326-2755 for more information
Friday, November 11, 2016
Public Hearing on Priority Improvement or Turnaround Unified Improvement Plan Schools
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 11, 2016
WHAT: Public Hearing on Priority Improvement or Turnaround Unified Improvement Plan Schools
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2016, 6 p.m.
WHERE: APS Professional Learning & Conference Center, 15771 E. 1st Ave., Aurora, CO 80011
Public Hearing on Priority Improvement or Turnaround Unified Improvement Plan Schools
On December 13, 2016, the Aurora Public Schools Board of Education will hold a public hearing at 6:00 p.m. at the Professional Learning and Conference Center,15771 East 1st Avenue, Aurora, Colorado, 80011, to review the adoption and implementation of a school improvement plan as described in section 22-11-404 C.R.S., a school priority improvement plan as described in section 22-11-405 C.R.S., or a school turnaround plan as described in section 22-11-406 C.R.S.
The district and following schools are required to develop a priority improvement or turnaround plan:
- Aurora Central High School
- Aurora Hills Middle School
- AXL Academy
- Dartmouth Elementary
- East Middle School
- Fletcher Community School
- Gateway High School
- Jewell Elementary School
- Kenton Elementary
- Laredo Elementary
- North Middle School Health Sciences and Technology
- Paris Elementary
- Sable Elementary School
- Sixth Avenue Elementary School
- South Middle School
- Vaughn Elementary School
- Virginia Court Elementary School
- Vista PEAK Preparatory
- Wheeling Elementary School
The Board of Education is expected to approve the plans on January 3, 2016 For more information, please contact Director of Accountability and Data Reporting, DJ Loerzel at 303-340-0861.
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Tuesday, September 27, 2016
APS Eighth Graders Embark on Career Trek
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 27, 2016
WHAT: Career Trek
WHEN: Thursday and Friday, September 29 and 30, from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Aurora Public Schools PLCC,15771 E. 1st Ave., Aurora, CO
APS Eighth Graders Embark on Career Trek
On September 29 and 30, all Aurora Public Schools eighth graders are embarking on an epic Career Trek. In alignment with the three goals of our strategic plan, APS 2020, this year’s theme is “Roadmap to your Successful Future”. School and district leaders are excited to engage students as they shape plans for their futures, build skills to implement their plans and earn credentials that open doors. Students will be exploring a myriad of career paths and extra-curricular activities.
The event is being held at the Professional Learning and Conference Center from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on both days. Dozens of exhibitors will be on hand to demonstrate new technologies and meet with students.
Students will be encouraged to visit, introduce themselves and learn from many different exhibitors.
Exhibitors will be participating from the following Colorado Career Clusters:
- Business, Marketing & Public Administration
- Agriculture, Natural Resources & Energy
- STEM, Arts, Design & Information Technology
- Skilled Trades & Technical Sciences
- Health Sciences, Criminal Justice & Public Safety
- Hospitality, Human Services & Education
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Interested media may contact APS Interim Chief Communication Officer
Patti Moon at 303-326-2755 for more information
Tuesday, May 17, 2016
Columbia Middle School Students Challenge Teachers to Water Balloon Fight for Great Cause
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 17, 2016
WHAT: Fundraiser for Diversified Learning Center (DLC) students
WHEN: Thursday, May 19, 2016 from 12:10-12:40 p.m.
WHERE: Columbia Middle School
17600 E Columbia Ave, Aurora, CO 80013
Columbia Middle School Students Challenge Teachers to Water Balloon Fight for Great Cause
Students at Columbia Middle School are passionate about finding creative and fun ways to help others. This year, they’re challenging teachers to a water balloon fight for a great cause.
Columbia’s Tri-M Music Honor Society is hosting the fundraiser throughout the week. Students can pay $5 to throw water balloons at their favorite teachers.
All of the money raised will be donated to help fellow students in the Diversified Learning Center.
For the past several years, Tri-M students have organized fundraisers to donate to worthy causes. Students previously donated to the Aurora Mental Health Center and Children’s Colorado.
About Tri-M
The Tri-M Music Honor Society is a music honor society for middle and high school students. It is designed to recognize students for their academic and musical achievements, reward them for their accomplishments and service activities, and to inspire other students to excel at music and leadership.
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Interested media may contact APS News Media Specialist
Patti Moon at 303-326-2755 for more information
Wednesday, May 4, 2016
Pickens Technical College Spring Plant Sale 5/5-5/11
The sale begins Thursday, May 5. The dates and hours are as follows:
- May 5: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
- May 6: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
- May 7: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
- May 9-May 11: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. OR UNTIL SOLD OUT
>We look forward to meeting you at Pickens Technical College - Building C for your springtime gardening needs!
Monday, February 29, 2016
ACTION Zone Innovation Update
Based on feedback from parents, students, staff and the community, the Aurora Central High School innovation plan has been revised and posted at the ACTION Zone website. The revised plans from the other proposed ACTION Zone schools were also posted a week ago at the ACTION Zone website at aps2020.aurorak12.org/action-zone/.
Innovation plans for Boston K-8, Crawford and Paris will be presented to the APS Board of Education on March 1. The Aurora Central plan will likely be presented to the Board later this month. Staff at Aurora West College Preparatory Academy decided not to move forward with their innovation plan at this time.
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Public Hearing on Priority Improvement or Turnaround Unified Improvement Plan Schools
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 5, 2015
WHAT: Public Hearing on Priority Improvement or Turnaround Unified Improvement Plan Schools
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec. 15, 2015, 6 p.m.
WHERE: APS Professional Learning & Conference Center, 15771 E. 1st Ave., Aurora, CO 80011
Public Hearing on Priority Improvement or Turnaround Unified Improvement Plan Schools
On December 15, 2015, the Aurora Public Schools Board of Education will hold a public hearing at 6:00 p.m. at the Professional Learning and Conference Center, 15771 East 1st Avenue, Aurora, Colorado, 80011, to review the adoption and implementation of a school improvement plan as described in section 22-11-404 C.R.S., a school priority improvement plan as described in section 22-11-405 C.R.S., or a school turnaround plan as described in section 22-11-406 C.R.S.
The district and following schools are required to develop a priority improvement or turnaround plan:
- Century Elementary School
- Fletcher Community School
- Jewell Elementary School
- Lansing Community School
- Lyn Knoll Elementary School
- Sable Elementary School
- Sixth Avenue Elementary School
- Vaughn Elementary School
- Virginia Court Elementary School
- Wheeling Elementary School
- Aurora Hills Middle School
- East Middle School
- Mrachek Middle School
- North Middle School Health Sciences and Technology
- South Middle School
- Vista Peak Exploratory
- Gateway High School
The Board of Education is expected to approve the plans on January 5, 2016. For more information, please contact Chief Accountability and Research Officer Lisa Escárcega, at 303-344-8060 ext. 28436.
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Friday, October 30, 2015
APS Eighth Graders Embark on Career Trek
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 30, 2015
WHAT: Career Trek
WHEN: Monday and Tuesday, November 2 and 3, from 9:15 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
WHERE: Aurora Public Schools PLCC,15771 E. 1st Ave., Aurora, CO
APS Eighth Graders Embark on Career Trek
On November 2 and 3, all Aurora Public Schools eighth graders are embarking on an epic Career Trek. With “Passports to Success” in hand, students will be exploring a myriad of career paths and extra-curricular activities.
The event is being held at the Professional Learning and Conference Center from 9:15 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. on both days. More than 50 exhibitors will be on hand to demonstrate new technologies and meet with students.
Students will be encouraged to visit, introduce themselves and get their passports stamped by different exhibitors. Students will be eligible to win prizes and may be rewarded with a digital badge related to career exploration.
Exhibitors will be participating from the following Colorado Career Clusters:
- Business, Marketing & Public Administration
- Agriculture, Natural Resources & Energy
- STEM, Arts, Design & Information Technology
- Skilled Trades & Technical Sciences
- Health Sciences, Criminal Justice & Public Safety
- Hospitality, Human Services & Education
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Interested media may contact APS News Media Specialist
Patti Moon at 303-326-2755 for more information
Monday, September 21, 2015
Park Lane Elementary Students Celebrate New Wheelchair Accessible Playground
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 21, 2015
What: Park Lane Playground Grand Opening
When: Tuesday, September 22, 2015 at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Park Lane Elementary School
13001 E. 30th Ave.
Aurora, CO 80011
Park Lane Elementary Students Celebrate New Wheelchair Accessible Playground
Park Lane Elementary School students, staff and families are celebrating their new wheelchair accessible play area with a grand opening ceremony.
Park Lane houses a large number of students that qualify for special education services, including many who are in wheelchairs. This new playground promotes inclusiveness and includes many components that are accessible and enjoyable to all students.
The project was made possible thanks to many community partners including the City of Aurora, Great Outdoors Colorado (GOCO), Colorado Lottery and Lowe’s Home Improvement.
Students, parents and community members will take part in the event and share remarks about what the new play area means for the neighborhood. Park Lane provides one of the only playground facilities in the area which is affected by high poverty. Prior to 2014, updates had not been made to the play area in more than 40 years.
Families now often use the playground after school and on weekends. This increases physical activity and promotes wellness. The playground has also been an important tool for expanding outdoor educational opportunities.
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Interested media may contact APS News Media Specialist
Patti Moon at 303-326-2755 for more information
Thursday, August 6, 2015
Aurora Public Schools Hosts Annual Back-To-School Kickoff
NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 6, 2015
What: Aurora Public Schools Back-To-School Kickoff
When: Aug. 8, 2015 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Where: Town Center at Aurora
14200 E. Alameda Ave.
Aurora, CO 80012
Aurora Public Schools Hosts Annual Back-To-School Kickoff
Aurora Public Schools cordially invites students and families to attend the eighth annual Back-to-School Kickoff.
Free immunizations will be available. We are asking families to bring shot records. We will host a backpack giveaway at school tables (while supplies last)! Students must be present to receive a backpack. Community partners will also meet with families and provide giveaways.
PLEASE NOTE: The Back-to-School Kickoff is exclusively for families of students attending Aurora Public Schools.
The first day of school for most students in grades 6-12 is Aug. 11. The first full day of classes for most students in grades 1-5 is Aug. 13. Preschool and kindergarten students will start school on Aug. 18. Please contact your child’s school regarding the exact start date.
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Interested media may contact APS News Media Specialist
Patti Moon at 303-326-2755 for more information
Monday, May 11, 2015
APS Kindergartners Receive Bicycles Thanks to Denver Jewish Day School Students & Wish For Wheels
NEWS RELEASE #49
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 11, 2015
WHAT: Bicycle Giveaway
WHEN: Wednesday, May 13, 2015 from 1:30-2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Boston K-8, 1365 Boston St., Aurora, CO 80010
APS Kindergartners Receive Bicycles Thanks to Denver Jewish Day School Students & Wish For Wheels
Boston K-8 kindergartners will receive brand new bicycles and helmets thanks to the generosity of their pen pals at the Denver Jewish Day School. These pen pals are fifth-grade students who worked all year to raise money for the event. They are teaming up with Wish for Wheels, a non-profit organization.
On Wednesday, May 13, every Boston K-8 kindergarten student will receive a bicycle and helmet. Their pen pals from the Denver Jewish Day School will join them for the special event. These students have already met and have been writing to each other throughout the school year.
This is the second year that Wish for Wheels and the DJDS have donated to Boston K-8 students.
About Wish for Wheels
Founded in 2004, Wish for Wheels is determined to make a difference by providing new bikes and helmets to elementary school kids. We are successful thanks to the generosity of our partners and volunteers in the community. Wish for Wheels is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization serving schools in the Denver area. All contributions are tax-deductible and make a difference in a child’s life.
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Interested media may contact APS News Media Specialist
Patti Moon at 303-326-2755 or pamoon@aps.k12.co.us for more information
Thursday, April 30, 2015
Aurora Public Schools Families and Staff Say “Let’s Move!”
NEWS RELEASE #45
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 30, 2015
WHAT: Let’s Move Aurora Healthy Fair
WHEN: Saturday, May 2, 2015 from 9 a.m.-Noon
WHERE: Gateway High School
1300 S. Sable Blvd., Aurora, CO 80012
Aurora Public Schools Families and Staff Say “Let’s Move!”
Aurora Public Schools will be hosting the Let’s Move Aurora Healthy Fair on Saturday, May 2 at Gateway High School. APS students, staff and family members are invited to take part in this healthy and fun event.
Participants who are signed up for the Super Hero Fun Run/Walk will be dressed as their favorite crime fighter. The run/walk starts 9 a.m. There will also be a FREE breakfast provided to all attendees following the run.
The healthy fair will have various vendors from the Aurora community, as well as sports physicals, food samples and many activities for children and adults!
The event will conclude with international sensation Paul Mavi, the creator of Bokwa leading everyone in a free “Bokwa” class.
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Interested media may contact APS News Media Specialist
Patti Moon at 303-326-2755 for more information
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