Atlanta Public Schools showcased its commitment to innovation in the classroom by celebrating 100 educators who completed a unique program designed to equip educators with tools, skills, and strategies specifically related to the integration of technology and personalized learning in both virtual and physical classrooms. The Fellows were honored at a Celebration of Learning on... Continue Reading →

APS kicked off the HOPE Child Savings Accounts Program Powered by the City of Atlanta (CSA). The event took place at Tuskegee Airmen Global Academy (TAG) where Dr. Lisa Herring, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens, and Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms,  among others, spoke about the importance of savings, investing, and financial literacy.  The excitement... Continue Reading →

Atlanta Public Schools very own, Taquanna Stubbs of Atlanta Virtual Academy, has been awarded the 2022 Professional Association of Georgia Educators Educator Grant. Stubbs will be using this grant to further serve the community and her students by applying the funds towards her Education Leadership certification. “Education is my passion and I am invested in... Continue Reading →

At APS, we believe that students can thrive and perform at their potential when they are healthy and present. This week we celebrate the warriors on the front line of that effort, our school nurses. National Nurses’ Week is observed May 6-12 and part of that celebration includes National School Nurses’ Day on Wednesday, May... Continue Reading →

The Department of Instructional Technology in conjunction with the Division of Academics is proud to present the winners of the 2022 Georgia Student Technology Competition (GaSTC). This year, Atlanta Public Schools has a record-breaking number of winners with 17 students winning awards in 3-D Modeling, Animation, Device Modification, Digital Photo Production, Internet Applications, Multimedia Applications,... Continue Reading →

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... Continue Reading →

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... Continue Reading →

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... Continue Reading →

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. The Innovation Café at South Atlanta High School is a space for students to use creatively use technology. Cognia is a non-profit organization focused on improving educational opportunities... Continue Reading →