Written By: Dr. Margaret McKenzie, Director APS Multilingual Programs and Services Language learning is deeply personal to me. Having lived, worked, and studied across four countries and speaking three languages, I know firsthand how world language study and international travel can transform a life. That lived experience fuels my dedication to our Atlanta Public Schools […]
Atlanta Public Schools celebrated Democracy Fest, bringing students, families, staff and community members together for a day focused on civic engagement, participation and the power of every voice. From conversations and activities to moments of connection across our community, Democracy Fest highlighted the importance of being informed, getting involved and making your voice heard. Thank […]
Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson highlights the historic academic progress our students are making while addressing the challenges facing the district. Watch the full message to learn how Atlanta Public Schools is responding to change, investing in students and building on the momentum of this historic academic progress.
Legacy matters. For four generations the Collins Family have made Atlanta Public Schools their home. They’ve experienced real impact, life changing opportunities and developed a deep love for the APS schools that have prepared them for success. Both Laura and Claire were class Valedictorians and John Henry is an outgoing scholar and current chair of […]
Atlanta Public Schools proudly hosted the 2026 Georgia Dual Language Immersion Institute (GADII), bringing together educators, school leaders, universities, and students from across Georgia to share ideas and strengthen dual language education.
The Atlanta Falcons brought the spirit of “Rise Up” to Atlanta Public Schools! 🏈❤️ The Falcons visited a couple of our schools, spending time with students, encouraging them to dream big, rise to every challenge, and embody the Falcons’ spirit of determination and teamwork. The visit also included generous donations to support our schools and […]
The APS Class of 2026 reports the highest percentage of on-time graduates to date as the district graduation rate increases by 0.7 percentage points from last year. Atlanta Public Schools (APS) Class of 2026 has set a new all-time high graduation rate for the district with 91.2 percent of students graduating high school within four […]
South Atlanta High, Therrell High, BEST Academy, and Douglass High more than double qualifying scores; Black student results more than triple since 2023 Atlanta Public Schools’ (APS) expansion of Advanced Placement opportunities is producing record achievement across the district. More students are taking AP exams, the percentage earning scores of 3 or higher continues to […]
Atlanta Public Schools proudly hosted its annual Crim Champion Award Ceremony, celebrating the exceptional staff members who go above and beyond to support our students, schools, and communities. This special event honors the dedication, passion, and hard work of APS employees whose commitment to student success makes a lasting impact every day. From the classroom […]
Learn more about how Education Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (ESPLOST) impacts Atlanta Public Schools.