APS Launches Innovative Partnership with CSU-Global

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 7, 2018

APS Launches Innovative Partnership with CSU-Global to
Enhance College and Career Success Culture

Significant Tuition Discounts for Recent APS Graduates and Staff

Aurora Public Schools is excited to engage in a new partnership with Colorado State University-Global to provide recent APS graduates and staff members the opportunity to pursue postsecondary education and certificate programs at significantly discounted rates. CSU-Global is a completely online, regionally accredited university designed for working adults and offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees, as well as certificate and continuing education opportunities.

Recent APS graduates (Class of 2012 or later) are now eligible for an exclusive tuition rate of $250 per credit hour to earn their bachelor’s degree online**. This discount can save families approximately $2,400 per year on tuition (based on a typical course load). That means students pursuing an undergraduate degree can save approximately $9,600 over the course of their postsecondary education!

Students who qualify for Federal Pell Grants can apply, on average, an additional $3,500 per year. This means an APS graduate's annual tuition at CSU-Global would be about $2,500. By comparison, the average undergraduate annual tuition at an accredited four-year university was more than five times that amount ($13,265) in the 2016-17 school year.

APS staff can also take advantage of discounted tuition rates. Current APS employees pursuing an undergraduate degree will also receive the rate of $250 per credit hour**. Staff members pursuing graduate degrees will receive a discounted rate of $335 per credit hour**.

“We are thrilled to offer these significantly discounted rates for recent APS graduates and staff members,” said APS Board of Education President Marques Ivey. “While we recognize that an online experience may not be right for every student, we want to continue to pursue partnerships that expand offerings and reduce barriers to earning postsecondary certificates and degrees. This partnership is another significant effort toward achieving our vision that every APS student shapes a successful future.”

These exclusive discount rates are available as APS and CSU-Global continue to work toward a long-term partnership thanks to the successful passage of APS’ 2016 bond measure. An agreement will fund construction of a new building for CSU-Global’s main offices. In turn, APS would receive in-kind lease payments including free and more affordable postsecondary options for APS students, recent graduates and staff. To learn more, visit aurorak12.org/csu-global/.

**Please note that these rates are effective for students who enroll prior to July 31, 2018 as APS and CSU-Global work toward a long-term partnership. After July 31, 2018, these rates are subject to change under a new agreement including modest annual increases.

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Interested media may contact APS Public Information Officer
Corey Christiansen at 303.326.2755 for more information

APS Cancelling Classes on Friday, April 27

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 23, 2018

APS Cancelling Classes on Friday, April 27

Aurora Public Schools will have a student non-contact day on April 27 due to a teacher shortage. This means that all classes will be cancelled. However, extracurricular activities will take place as scheduled unless parents and guardians hear differently from school staff.

As a district, we strongly value instructional time and act in every possible way to protect it. However, due to the number of APS teachers who have reported absences on Friday, we will not be able to maintain productive learning environments for our students.

A large number of APS teachers are taking leave time this Friday to rally with colleagues from across the state at the capitol to call for increased K-12 education funding. The Colorado Education Association organized the rally because despite a booming economy, our state ranks near the bottom in per pupil spending.

While instructional time is incredibly important, we also know that we need appropriate resources to make sure our students shape successful futures. At present, our limited resources constrain our ability to pay competitive wages, provide appropriate instructional and behavioral supports and maintain a well-rounded educational environment.

Although we are cancelling classes on Friday, it will remain a work day for APS staff members. Any staff member who is not planning to come to work will need to use the appropriate leave time.

We apologize for any inconvenience that our student non-contact day may have on our families and we thank them for their patience and understanding.

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Interested media may contact APS Public Information Officer
Corey Christiansen at 303.326.2755 for more information

APS Board of Education Retreat

 

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 16, 2018

WHAT: APS Board of Education Retreat
WHEN: May 29, 2018, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
WHERE: Professional Learning and Conference Center, 15771 East 1st Avenue, Aurora, CO 80011

Aurora Public Schools Board of Education Retreat

On Tuesday, May 29, 2018 the Aurora Public Schools Board of Education will hold a Board Retreat to discuss the Policy Manual Review.

The Retreat will be held from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in the Blanca Peak conference room at the APS Professional Learning and Conference Center, 15771 E. 1^st Ave., Aurora, CO 80011

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APS Board of Education Retreat

 

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 16, 2018

WHAT: APS Board of Education Retreat
WHEN: May 8, 2018, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Professional Learning and Conference Center, 15771 East 1st Avenue, Aurora, CO 80011

Aurora Public Schools Board of Education Retreat

On Tuesday, May 8, 2018 the Aurora Public Schools Board of Education will hold a Board Retreat to discuss the Policy Manual Review.

The Retreat will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m. in the Blanca Peak conference room at the APS Professional Learning and Conference Center, 15771 E. 1^st Ave., Aurora, CO 80011

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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.

Armonium Tsegaye, Aurora Central HS Daniels Fund Scholar

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

 

APS Board of Education Annual Dinner

 

NEWS RELEASE 
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 10, 2018

WHAT: APS Board of Education Annual Dinner
WHEN: April 17, 2018, 4:30-6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Professional Learning and Conference Center, 15771 East 1st Avenue, Aurora, CO 80011

APS Board of Education Annual Dinner

On Tuesday, April 17, 2018, the Aurora Public Schools Board of Education and the Aurora Education Association will be holding a dinner conversation related the recruitment of teachers of color.

The dinner will take place from 4:30-6:00 p.m. in the Blanca Peak Conference Room at the APS Professional Learning and Conference Center, 15771 E. 1^st Ave., Aurora, CO 80011.

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APS Board of Education Executive Session

NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 15, 2018

WHAT: APS Board of Education Executive Session
WHEN: Monday, March 19, 2018, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
WHERE: Professional Learning and Conference Center, 15771 East 1st Avenue, Aurora, CO 80011

Aurora Public Schools Board of Education Executive Session

On Monday, March 19, 2018, the Aurora Public Schools Board of Education is expected to recess into executive session under the authority of C.R.S. 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal advice specifically related to the superintendent’s contract.

The executive session will be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m. in the Annex conference room at the APS Professional Learning and Conference Center, 15771 E. 1^st Ave., Aurora, CO 80011.

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