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This distinguished honor celebrates schools that serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students and demonstrate above-average academic achievement when compared to similarly situated schools across the state.
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Children can arrive at our participating sites during posted times and receive free meals for breakfast and lunch
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The partnership, announced this week, creates a streamlined admissions process for eligible AASD students, offering them automatic acceptance to Lawrence if they meet established academic and college-readiness criteria. The direct admission initiative aims to recognize students who demonstrate excellence and potential while highlighting the benefits of pursuing higher education close to home.
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The Fox Valley Tough Kid Challenge (TKC) is not your average Saturday morning – it's a thrill-packed obstacle course extravaganza and a super-fun fundraiser for the Appleton Area School District's physical education department! Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 4, 2025, starting at 9:00 a.m. and going until 1:00 p.m. at Highlands Elementary School, 2037 North Elinor Street, Appleton
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We’re collecting new backpacks to support students in need for the upcoming school year. Your donation can help ensure every student walks into school feeling confident and prepared!
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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
88.4%
2023-24 graduation rate
17
Appleton Community 4K sites (13 community partner sites and 4 school host sites)
15
Public charter schools, second only to the Milwaukee School District, which has 19
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