June 2021

Dobbs Elementary and TAG Academy Are STEM-Certified!

Atlanta Public Schools is proud to announce that J.W. Dobbs Elementary School and Tuskegee Airmen Global (TAG) Academy have earned Cognia STEM certification! Cognia STEM Certification is a mark of distinction and excellence for schools and programs that meet the organization’s high standards. The Cognia STEM certification process is carried out by qualified reviewers who […]

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APS Seeks Feedback on American Rescue Plan Act Funding

Atlanta Public Schools (APS) is requesting feedback on the development of its plan to support student learning with the funds received through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) of 2021. President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 into law on March 11, 2021. The law provides $1.9 trillion in COVID-19 relief, including […]

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Benteen Elementary Celebrates Becoming a World Authorized International Baccalaureate School

Atlanta Public Schools is pleased to announce that Benteen Elementary School has received authorization as an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme! Benteen is the second traditional elementary school in the Jackson Cluster and one of 11 APS schools (traditional and charter) authorized to offer the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme. IB […]

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Operation Grad Nation: Congratulations to the Atlanta Public Schools Class of 2021!

Atlanta Public Schools extends a huge congratulations to the Class of 2021! These resilient, determined scholars persevered during a global pandemic, overcoming unprecedented challenges and obstacles to accomplish this monumental milestone. Held May 24-27 at Georgia Tech’s Bobby Dodd Stadium, this year’s graduation ceremonies featured over 2,400 graduates from 14 high schools across the District […]

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Coretta Scott King Young Women’s Leadership Academy Launches District’s First-Ever Japanese Language Program

In an effort to produce globally conscious college and career ready scholars and STEMinists, Coretta Scott King Young Women’s Leadership Academy (CSKYWLA) – a nationally STEM-certified school – will launch Atlanta Public Schools’ first-ever Japanese language program during the 2021-2022 school year. Next fall, middle school students at CSKYWLA will rotate every nine weeks through […]

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