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 who are now ready for college, career and life. The future is bright for these outstanding scholars! We are so proud of you!

A picture is worth a thousands words. Enjoy these memorable highlights – in photos, videos and tweets – of the APS Class of 2021 commencement exercises.

KIPP Atlanta Collegiate

The @KAC_Warriors Valedictorian Kaniya Ross is a Georgia Scholar, student athlete, dual enrollment student and a recipient of over $1 million in scholarships! What a boss! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/cn0kAaPjyc
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 24, 2021

Benjamin E. Mays

Imani Smith, you are so resilient! The @APSMaysRaiders Valedictorian shared a personal journey that was simply inspiring! Thank you for your courage and congratulations! pic.twitter.com/cp1df47ByY
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 25, 2021

CSKYWLA/B.E.S.T. Academy

What an eloquent young lady! @apscskywla Valedictorian BreAnna Smith, we’re so proud of you! Best of luck to you! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/254NqBbTAi
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 25, 2021

Robbie Colbert, Jr. and Aboubacar Bah adapted and persisted during the pandemic. These B.E.S.T. Academy scholars are now headed to accomplish even greater!

Watch our young men of @APSBESTACADEMY graduate at 9 a.m. on APS Facebook Live! https://t.co/o2gp0sksQs #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/9c0RUOFcqJ
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 25, 2021

Frederick Douglass

I am thrilled that Atlanta Mayor @KeishaBottoms and @apsDouglassHigh alumni joined in celebrating the APS Class of 2021! Thank you so much for your support of @apsDouglassHigh and @apsupdate! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/l4xrjzbNJZ
— Dr. Lisa Herring (@DrLisaHerring) May 25, 2021

Henry W. Grady

D.M. Therrell

#CeremonyHighlight: @APSTherrell Salutatorian Eric Radford Means, Jr. never lost sight of his goals! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/yFHGAcoO8p
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 26, 2021

Therrell seniors Willie T. Usher and Genesis Kennedy are headed to Clemson and Tennessee State universities in the fall. These resilient, inspiring grads are pushing past all obstacles as they prepare to change the world! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/kzdRZMPuca
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 26, 2021

South Atlanta

Drop a pair of 💜💚 below for the @APSsatlanta graduates! Congrats Class of 2021! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/PVZaXE1xWt
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 26, 2021

A proud #Hornet and the @APSsatlanta Valedictorian! Wendy Nevarez- Sanchez, thank you for displaying your pride, brilliance and passion for everyone to see! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/7qt0gh1xnm
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 26, 2021

Maynard Jackson

. @APSMHJHSJaguars Salutatorian Grace Gelaude you are so inspiring! Congratulations and best of luck to you! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/B3OHEFktUP
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 27, 2021

Booker T. Washington

Regardless of the challenges and obstacles they've faced, @APSWashington seniors Jeffrey Zachary and Jakobe Naylor credit focus and resilience for helping them succeed. The future is bright for these two! Watch the #Bulldogs graduate at 9 a.m. on APS Facebook Live! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/cgXmBgibf8
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 27, 2021

Surrounded by excellence! I am excited to celebrate the @APSWashington Class of 2021! Families are invited to watch the commencement ceremony now on @apsupdate Facebook Live! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/aRgqHjHvjl
— Dr. Lisa Herring (@DrLisaHerring) May 27, 2021

Schools of Carver

.@APSCarverEC Valedictorian Kenneth Black, Jr. thank you for sharing such a beautiful story of resilience and hope. We are rooting for your continued success! Congratulations scholar! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/jXE2vu0ItF
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 27, 2021

There’s one thing Jalen Roach would like for @APSCarverEC and @carverpbsa graduates to know: Go Get it! #APSGrad2021 pic.twitter.com/plJJ0dUCkf
— ATL Public Schools (@apsupdate) May 27, 2021