APS holds exceptional talent within our ranks while at the same time, we’ve fostered strong relationships with many outstanding organizations that provide us with a pool of committed volunteers. The strength of this union was on full display at our first Annual Partnership Summit last week. Hosted by our dear friends, Trees Atlanta, this event […]
Each year, the Foreign Language Association of Georgia, FLAG, recognizes outstanding contributions to the field of World Languages. This year, Dr. Margaret McKenzie, director of Multilingual Services and Programs, was honored with the Leadership Award for her efforts in world languages and dual language immersion. “It is truly an honor and a testament to the […]
There is something for everyone this summer at APS! Whether you are looking for a program so that your Pre-K child can adapt to a new school, extra help in math for a middle schooler, or even IB or AP preparation for your high-school age student, you are likely to find a summer program at […]
Two more APS schools have earned Cognia STEM certification! South Atlanta High School and Humphries Elementary School received their certification by meeting a set of rigorous standards. Cognia is a non-profit organization focused on improving educational opportunities for all learners. It provides measurable guides for improvement in the schools. To obtain the Cognia STEM certification, […]
NFL teams and legends celebrated their 6th annual NFL Tackle Reading Day at Heritage Academy on Wednesday, March 2. NFL stars, children’s authors, artists, doctors, radio personalities, influencers, celebrities, and others were in attendance for Tackle Reading Across America Day, traditionally known as World Read Aloud Day, which formerly was Dr. Seuss’s birthday. The stars […]
An impressive group of 25 young men assembled in the media center at South Atlanta High School on March 3. They marched in with their heads held high, in crisp white shirts, neat ties, and black trousers. As they introduce themselves, they look you in the eye and have a firm handshake. They stand up […]
This past Tuesday, February 22nd, John Lewis Invictus Academy celebrated Black History Month by honoring the school’s namesake with the launch of a new, school-based Student and Community Service Center. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the opening of the “John Robert Lewis Service Center.” The John Robert Lewis Service Center, with the phrase […]