R.N. Fickett Elementary School (FES) recently transformed into a sea of pink as students and teachers participated in the school’s inaugural Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, “Pink Socks and Walk It Out.” Organized by the FES Trojan Cheer Squad, students proudly sported pink apparel as they walked in support of breast cancer awareness. The walk, which […]
Today, October 21, Atlanta Public Schools (APS) joins schools across the state in celebrating Georgia Bus Driver and Monitor Appreciation Day—a day dedicated to recognizing the unsung heroes who transport students safely to and from school each day. For nearly three decades, APS school bus driver Trenton Dale has devoted himself to ensuring that APS […]
Photo recap slideshow of Atlanta Public School’s Day One (first day of school) for the 2024-2025 school year. Photo credits: Simeon Kelley and Allison M. Slocum, APS © As the doors of Atlanta Public Schools (APS) swung open on August 1, thousands of students were greeted by educators eager to launch the 2024-2025 school year. […]
Participe con Atlanta Public Schools el 20 de julio de 2024 en la décima feria de regreso a la escuela, Back-To-School BASH. Vea el vídeo de arriba para obtener más información.
The students at David T. Howard Middle School unveiled their new mural conceptualized by Sway Jones, founder of Sway Art. The artwork takes students on a journey from fantasy to science as they walk down the halls. Learn all about this great project and the effort it took to bring it to life.
Atlanta Public Schools (APS) recently held its annual State of the District address to provide students, families, stakeholders and the community with an update on the district’s current status of operations. Streamed live from the Junior Achievement Chick-fil-A Center, APS Interim Superintendent Danielle S. Battle shared the district’s accomplishments, how they are meeting the needs […]
Hope-Hill fifth grader Rose Alexander holds up the free sneaker event bag. Photo: Allison M. Slocum, APS © Students at Hope-Hill Elementary School experienced a wonderful surprise on January 26, 2024, when their entire student population received a free pair of sneakers through a collaboration between Atlanta Public Schools (APS) and Soles4Souls. Chosen through a […]
For 150 years, Atlanta Public Schools has taught, nurtured, employed and cultivated generations of citizens who contribute to society, both locally and globally. Throughout this school year, we will highlight students, faculty, alumni, and many others through our I am APS campaign to celebrate the rich and diverse experiences, backgrounds and contributions of the Atlanta […]
Annually, Atlanta Public Schools (APS) kicks off the new school year with its Back-to-School Bash to not only prepare its students for the first day, but also connect them with valuable resources to assist them year-long. The event presents an opportunity for APS to reinforce the district’s commitment to building connections, confidence, and wellness for […]
The sound of children’s voices could be heard chanting and singing throughout the hallway at L.P. Miles Elementary School (LPMES) as several first grade classes greeted comedian and internet personality DC Young Fly. From the moment he arrived, his energy induced immediate smiles and laughter from the faces of students who were eager to meet […]