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We have the second-most public charter schools in the state and our application window is open! Apply now to one of our tuition-free public charter schools.

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News & Events

Appleton Area School District

During the Board of Education meeting on January 13, the Board approved the repurposing of the Columbus Elementary School building for other educational purposes starting with the 2025-2026 school year. We anticipate the Board will approve adjusted school boundaries at their next meeting on Monday, January 27.  Find an FAQ and submit your questions here.

2025 Recruitment Event Flyer

The AASD is seeking educators who are passionate about student success!  If you are a recent college graduate, an experienced educator, or a non-traditional educator, looking to join an innovative district for the 2025-26 school year, you are encouraged to attend! You will be able to meet school leaders, preview openings, and learn about all the benefits AASD offers. 

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Donate new winter items to support AASD families in need from December 11, 2024, to February 28, 2025 (school days only) between 9:00 AM – 2:30 PM at the Welcome Center, 2701 N. Oneida Street, Appleton, WI.

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The AASD Director of Secondary Education - English Language Arts/World Languages/Social Studies is reviewing instructional materials for their courses. As part of the adoption process, AASD staff members, students, parents, and residents are provided with the opportunity to examine and contribute feedback on the recommended instructional materials.

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Scullen Leadership Center
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Scullen Leadership Center
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Scullen Leadership Center
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Scullen Leadership Center

Data & Facts

57%

At the close of the 2023-24 school year, 57% of our staff held an advanced degree

65+

languages are spoken in our schools with the majority of the non-English speaking students speaking Hmong and Spanish

87.6%

2023-24 graduation rate

18

Appleton Community 4K sites (14 community partner sites and 4 school host sites)

15

Public charter schools, second only to the Milwaukee School District, which has 19

Every Student, Every Day

Resources & Operational Excellence

Align resources and operations directly to District priorities that ensure the success of all students with maximum efficiency and excellence.

Family & Community Partnerships

Create and maintain strong family, community, and business partnerships to accelerate our collective impact on student success.

Inclusive & Engaging Culture To Support Teaching & Learning

Ensure a safe, healthy, and welcoming school environment for all.

Student Success

Ensure every student is academically, socially, and emotionally successful and graduates ready for career, college, and their community.