Aurora Public Schools

Welcome, Families!

Families naturally want their students to succeed. Research shows that students whose families are involved in their education find it easier to be successful.

Many studies have shown a strong correlation between parent involvement and a child's success in school...about one-half to two-thirds of the variance in student achievement could be accounted for by home variables rather than school variables.
(from Catherine Wehlburg Hickman, Ph.D. The Future of High School Success: The Importance of Parent Involvement Programs, Stephens College, 2003)

Featured Family Resources Through the Internet Essentials program offered by APS partner Comcast, many families can receive a big discount on broadband internet and a desktop computer. Read more. America's Promise Aurora Youth Directory LiveWell Colorado launched a new Website and “culture change” campaign at www.livewellcolorado.org. The Learning Source for Adults and Families offers Adult English Language classes and Adult GED Classes. View the Community Resource Guide The Colfax Community Network offers a Community Resource Guide for Aurora Families. View the Community Resource Guide Visit the CCN Web Site

Important Information for Parents and Families:

• The Aurora Library has expanded its opening hours. Read more.
• Fun summer learning opportunities for kids from SCFD! Learn more.
• APS Early Childhood Education has tuition based preschool available! Learn more.
• Information on Early Access for Kindergarten and First Grade Students
  • Download the Early Access Schedule and Application Form for 2011-2012.
• Influenza Information
  • Learn more about influenza and H1N1.
• Regsiter Your Child for School
  • Visit APS Centralized Admissions.
• Get Involved in Your Child's Education
  • Visit your child's school.
  • Check your child's attendance and grades.
  • Learn how to participate in your child's future.

APS Parent News

Read more parent news.

Helping Your Child with Homework

• View the APS Homework Guidelines Webcast
• Learn more about the APS Homework Guidelines
• Tips for Parents on Encouraging Teens to Read
• Tips for Parents on Helping Your Teen to Write Better

Parent and Family Resources

• APS Curriculum and Resources
• APS Family and Community Involvement Guide.
• The Learning Source for Adults and Families offers Adult English Language classes and Adult GED Classes.
• Free days at the Denver Zoo and Museum of Nature and Science
• APS Homework Guidelines
• Aurora Community Connection Family Resource Center:
  Fact Sheet | Website
• Community Resources for Aurora Families
• Preschool and Even Start Information
• Read about the APS Brain Injury Response Team.
• Find out about the Fifth Block of Instruction.
• Learn how to keep your kids safe when surfing the Internet.
• Find out more about Standards-Based Grading.
• Read tips on how to prepare your child for CSAP/TCAP tests.
• Check your child's attendance and grades online with the Infinite Campus Parent Portal.
• Find out more about open enrollment.
• How do I register my child?
• Find an APS school.
• Address Lookup Tool This resource should help to determine if your address is in a neighborhood serviced by Aurora Public Schools and which school your student should attend.
• Facts about the Flu
• Colorado Department of Education TCAP (formerly CSAP) Guides for Parents (English & Spanish).
• Details on graduation and college entrance requirements
• Athletic Participation Permit
• Medical Examination Form