Community Action Network (CAN) of Ann Arbor

10/05/2026

ASP has been happening for a few weeks now, and our students and staff are all settling in to the new school year! Several sites recently completed the My Michigan art & design lesson from our Deep Dive curriculum, where students got to flex their map-making skills while digging into Michigan's geography. It's amazing what happens when you make learning FUN!

10/02/2026

What a fun week! Community members at Creekside were able to leave their mark on the center this past Wednesday, putting their handprints on our freshly painted welcome sign. See if you notice it outside the center next time you drive by!

09/29/2026

Our lovely Beyond the Books team preparing for a great semester of BTB! All new curriculum begins today! We are so excited to introduce the books The Invisible Boy, The Name Jar, and We Are Water Protectors to the kids 📚

09/25/2026

A great night with our CAN Board! We were glad to gather in person last night for a productive meeting and some good conversation. We’re so grateful to have such a dedicated group of board members supporting CAN and our communities!

09/23/2026

CAN Art & Design is officially back in session for the semester! Yesterday we celebrated our first day at Bryant studying Michigan maps and creating our own!

Each CAN Educational Program participates in CAN A&D on a biweekly basis. Interested in seeing more? Follow our Art & Design account 🎨

09/18/2026

We've officially completed our first week of After School Program! We had so much fun getting back into the routine of things - serving nutritious meals, engaging in fun educational activities, and spending time with new staff members and old friends. Check out these pics from Creekside ASP!

09/17/2026

As we settle into the school season we're taking time to refresh our community centers! Over at Brick we've had fun adding handcrafted elements to several classrooms including an interactive world map and paper máche ladybugs decorated by students!

09/15/2026

Join us this Thursday to meet the school board candidates!

THIS THURSDAY, Sep 17th Meet the Ann Arbor School Board Candidates for 2026! Join us for a meal, then stay to listen, ask questions, and discuss the needs of our children. Food and childcare provided.
Ozone House Washtenaw My Brother's Keeper Interfaith Council for Peace & Justice Community Action Network (CAN) of Ann Arbor The Neutral Zone League of Women Voters Washtenaw County Ann Arbor Education Association Crisis Team-AAEA Crisis Ann Arbor PTO Council Ann Arbor School Parents Intent on Racial Equity

09/14/2026

ASP is BACK today! We're so excited to open our doors to over 150 students this school year and dive deep into academic skill development, art, and enrichment!

09/07/2026

All smiles as we get ready to dive into the fall season...starting tomorrow! Reminder: CAN is closed for Labor Day today to honor our amazing staff after a successful summer!