Aurora Public Schools

APS News: Technology

Photos above: Construction work progresses on additions to TollgateElementary School of Expeditionary Learning. During the summer break, Aurora Public Schools will complete bond-funded projects at several schools. In addition to building renewal improvements at five schools, bond projects slated for completion in August include: A whole building remodel at Tollgate Elementary School of Expeditionary Learning Two-classroom additions at Kenton and [...]

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Move over Colorado Rapids and make room for the Bioloids!  The Bioloids are humanoid robots built by Pickens Technical College students in the general electronics program.  The students work all year to program the robots to perform various maneuvers, including playing soccer.  During a recent soccer tournament, fans cheered on their favorite Bioloid team.  The winning [...]

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The APS mill levy approved in 2012 provided funds for instructional improvements at every school. APS Online used funds to pilot a part-time online learning concept. The pilot included 45 students at high schools throughout the district. Students enrolled in online courses in world languages (Chinese and French), psychology, journalism and biology. Because of the success [...]

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Bond and mill levy funds approved by voters in 2008 and 2012 are benefitting every student in Aurora Public Schools. To learn more about APS bond and mill levy projects, view the 2012-13 Bond/Mill Levy Community Report at bond.aurorak12.org.  

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An article from GetDegrees: We know where the jobs are now... but where will they be ten years from now? Twenty? Some job descriptions will always be in need (most secure jobs for the future), but many others are evolving to fit the ever-changing course of technology and science. When the future of employment comes, will [...]

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Snap circuits. Rocketry. Electronic device guts. Girls? No way, right? Wrong! In partnership with CounterTrade and Hewlett Packard, Aurora Public Schools recently hosted its third annual Girls Technology Camp.  The day-long event takes girls through a series of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) workshops, showing them that STEM is fun.  "It's not something you learn everyday, and it [...]

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[ April 25, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Aurora Public Schools cordially invites you to celebrate with APS Students and Partners! APS Pathways to Results Student Demos and Press ConferenceApril 25, 2013, 10:00 a.m.Aurora Public Schools Professional Learning & Conference Center15701 East 1 st Avenue Aurora, Colorado 80011 APS partners continue to significantly impact the development and hands-on learning opportunities related to Academic and Career Pathways and [...]

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The bond and mill levy programs approved by Aurora voters in 2008 are funding more than $20 million in technology improvements throughout the district. Since 2008, APS has tripled the number of computers and technology devices used by students and staff. The bond-funded technology renewal program provides annual funds to APS schools and sites to ensure [...]

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Story and Photos Submitted by Rael NunezPickens Technical College  Wondering how to start your own business or upgrade your skills and learn the latest technology? The Business and Computer Technology program at Pickens Technical College is a great place to start. The program introduces students to a variety of computer programs and business techniques used in today’s [...]

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As an extension of Digital Learning Day, a national celebration of teachers that shines a spotlight on successful instructional technology practice in classrooms across the country, staff members throughout Aurora Public Schools have begun to display their amazing work. Taking a page out of the DLD book, APS teachers and educational technology coaches are sharing their [...]

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