Volunteer Toolkit
We packaged all of the resources on this page into a handy Toolkit you can either view on Google Drive or download onto your computer.​
Hints and Tips
Check out these ways to prepare to volunteer.
Volunteer Guide 
This comprehensive guide features everything from basic information about the District to talking to kids about tech. 
Video: Prepare for the Hour of Code
Never talked to kids about your job before? Want to get some hints, tips and helpful info before you volunteer? Check out the video of our Volunteer-Call in that answers all of these questions and more!
  • The presentation will feature Kira Berman, Director of the Science Communication Fellows Program at the University of Michigan.
  • View the video here.
Taking Pictures of Students
Here are some guidelines you need to know about taking pictures of students during your shift:
  • Check with the teachers to make sure any student that might be in the photo is not on a do not publish list. 
  • Don't share any of the photos live while you are actively in the classroom. There are some parents that have a concern (primarily while out of the school, but some even while in school) about sharing the location of their children in real time. 
  • Any photo that is shared, should show the school and particularly students in a positive light.
  • If you share a photo on social media, please tag @a2aschools and @a2partnerships.
Find out if there is a Snow Day
Wondering if it’s a snow day when you volunteer? Check the social media links below or the a2schools.org home page, or call the school closing hotline: 734-994-8684.
Computer Science at AAPS
In the Ann Arbor Public Schools, we understand that computer science is a crucial aspect of our student’s futures.  We are preparing our students by providing a framework and understanding of computer science essentials. The overarching concept is to help expose ALL students to a foundational understanding of programming skills by building a framework throughout elementary.  Once students have gained a strong foundation they are able to make an informed decision if computer science is an interest area for their future. Regardless of their choice the students have all developed basic understanding of coding and computer science. 

The Computer Science Course offerings at AAPS come from our Project Lead the Way (PLTW) curriculum, our Math Department curriculum and through our Career and Tech Ed (CTE) Curriculum.

Click here to learn more about CS at AAPS.
Talking to Kids About Your Tech Job
Wondering how to explain coding to kids? Want some ideas of how to make your time with the students fun for everyone?  Check out our tips on talking to kids about your tech job.
Hints and Tips for Working with Children
Here are some hints and tips to get you ready to work in your classroom. These apply most to volunteers working in our Elementary Schools.
​Hints and Tips for Working with Children.
The 'Hour of Code™' is a nationwide initiative by Computer Science Education Week and Code.org to introduce millions of students to one hour of computer science and computer programming.
Site designed by Mariam Mahmoud: 2019 Huron High School Graduate and current U-M Student.​​