John Lewis Invictus Academy celebrated the ribbon cutting of its new Verizon Innovative Learning Lab. This state-of-the-art space gives students hands-on access to emerging technologies and creative tools that help turn their ideas into reality. The lab is designed to inspire innovation, collaboration, and future-ready skills for the next generation of learners.
Atlanta Public Schools celebrated the ribbon cutting of its eighth Verizon Innovative Learning Lab on Tuesday, February 10, at John Lewis Invictus Academy (JLI). “We’re at what I call Ground Zero on our STEAM journey, but we’re taking it to the next level and we’re really excited to do that,” JLI Principal Langston Longley said. […]
Sylvan Hills Middle School 8th-grader, Sir’Eon Perryman, enjoys the school’s new Verizon Innovative Learning Lab. Photo: Allison Slocum, APS © Sylvan Hills Middle School students can now access 3D printing, virtual reality equipment, and innovative STEM practices through their new Verizon Innovative Learning Lab. The initiative is a part of Verizon’s national effort to expand […]
The John Lewis Invictus Academy Flag Football team won its third-straight APS Middle School Flag Football Championship on April 26, 2025, at Lakewood Stadium. John Lewis Invictus Academy defeated Howard Middle School 24-0. Shaniyah Crawford won the Player of the Year award, and coach Derek O’Neal won the Coach of the Year award.
Earlier this month, Atlanta Public Schools (APS) recognized its fourth cohort of APS Equity Champions, a group of committed and dedicated district leaders, staff, schools, and departments who demonstrate equity in action and ensure that every child’s educational needs are met. As part of its annual celebration, the Office of Equity + Social Justice honored […]
Staff from the Office of Equity + Social Justice traveled to schools and offices across the district to surprise and celebrate the 2024 APS Equity Champions — the district’s fourth cohort of staff, departments, and teams who actively model the APS Equity Dispositions (for teachers and leaders), support the APS Equity Commitments, and demonstrate significant […]
John Lewis Invictus Academy (JLA) wrapped up the first half of the school year on a thrilling note, celebrating its championship football team and cheerleaders with an exciting awards ceremony before the semester break. The Royal Lions football team went 7-1 and defeated Long Middle School to win the APS Middle School Football Championship. They […]
The John Lewis Invictus Academy Lions defeated the Long Middle School Tigers 22-0 in the Atlanta Public Schools Middle School Football Championship game on Saturday at Lakewood Stadium. John Lewis Invictus Academy has an 8-1 record, and was the only team to score against Long Middle School. The Tigers (8-1) only loss this season was […]
This slideshow provides just a glimpse at some of the amazing things that happened at Atlanta Public Schools in October. Click through to see the highlights from your school. A new slideshow will be posted at the end of each month, so be sure to subscribe to APS Today and look for your scholar or […]
This slideshow provides just a glimpse at some of the amazing things that happened at Atlanta Public Schools in September. Click through to see the highlights from your school. A new slideshow will be posted at the end of each month, so be sure to subscribe to APS Today and look for your scholar or […]