A new pathway to college is officially taking shape! 🎓✨ Atlanta Public Schools and Clayton State University have joined forces to launch Atlanta Early College at Clayton State University, creating new opportunities for APS students to earn college credit while completing their high school diploma. Through the program, eligible APS juniors and seniors can take Clayton State courses, explore college-level learning, and work toward college credentials with dedicated academic and student support. We’re proud to partner with Clayton State University to expand access, open doors and help our students see themselves not only attending college, but succeeding there. 🚀📚 The first cohort is expected to begin in August 2027, with recruitment and information sessions taking place throughout the 2026–27 school year. The future is bright for APS students!❤️🖤 + 💙❤️ #AtlantaPublicSchools #APSExcellence #APSProud

There is **Excellence Everywhere** in Atlanta Public Schools! We’re proud to celebrate our outstanding **APS Athletes of the Month for August 2026**. 🎉🏅 From the football field and volleyball court to cross country, softball, cheer, and more, these student athletes are showing that dedication, leadership, and hard work extend far beyond the game. 💪🏽📚 👏🏽 **Congratulations to all of our August honorees!** Your commitment to excellence—both on and off the field—is something to celebrate! Read the full list of APS Athletes of the Month and learn more about their accomplishments and future goals: Read the full story on APS Today! apstoday.us/2026/09/18/atlan… #AtlantaPublicSchools #APS #ExcellenceEverywhere #APSStudentAthletes #AthletesOfTheMonth #APSChampions 🏆

Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson will meet with middle and high school students during his virtual office hours to provide a direct and open platform for students to share their ideas, concerns, and feedback. The first session of the year will be held on September 8, 2026, at 6 p.m. Register to attend HERE: events.teams.microsoft.com/e… Students, remember— your voice matters!

The first two weeks of school have been one to remember! 📚✨ From the first bell to the first big wins, our schools came ready with energy, focus, and a commitment to getting back to basics and putting learning first. As the #1 Metro Atlanta school district for year-over-year growth, we’re showing what it means to be a District on the Rise, and this start to the new school year is only the beginning. Thank you, APS family, for bringing the energy and helping us make this school year one to remember! Let’s make it the most memorable yet! 🚀❤️🖤 #DistrictOnTheRise #BackToBasics #AtlantaPublicSchools