Atlanta Public Schools

We're thankful today and always for the Atlanta Falcons! Our hometeam players are always present for our students and community! Before #SuperBowlLV, be sure to read for at least 20 minutes & #LogYourMinutes at Race2Read.org. Good luck to the The Kansas City Chiefs & Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the big game on Sunday!

This week we successfully launched our COVID-19 surveillance testing! Thanks to our partnership with Viral Solutions, LLC, surveillance testing will be available Districtwide for every student and staff member!

Celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth with Beanstack’s February reading challenge! Learn about African American culture & complete activities to earn badges. Be sure to keep track of your reading for this challenge by logging your minutes at Race2Read.org!

Important news to share! As part of our comprehensive COVID-19 testing strategy, we're offering cluster-based testing at APS Care Centers for students & staff, surveillance testing, and a drive-up testing option launching February 22! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3cDSW96

30 APS elementary, middle and high students in grades 4-12 went head-to-head in a virtual battle of agility and reading comprehension at the 2021 District Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl! #TalkUpAPS https://bit.ly/2YzTYuU

80.3%! Our highest grad rate ever! Thank you teachers, staff, and parents for your support and guidance! To our dear Class of 2020, you are mighty and strong! It was an honor to celebrate your accomplishments this week! #APSGrad2020 More details: bit.ly/3lddneF

Graduation rate results are in! Atlanta Public Schools achieved a grad rate of 80.3%, with 2,570 graduates of cohort 2020! Our highest all-time rate and highest number of on-time graduates since 2012! #APSGrad2020 Learn more about this amazing accomplishment on Superintendent Dr. Herring's latest blog post on #TalkUpAPS! https://talkupaps.wordpress.com//thanks-class-of-2020-aps/

A night to remember! Our second ceremony honored another amazing group of graduates! Congratulations to Frederick Douglass, B.E.S.T. Academy, Coretta Scott King Young Women's Leadership Academy, South Atlanta, D. M. Therrell, Carver Early College, Alonzo A. Crim, Booker T. Washington, Carver, and KIPP Atlanta Collegiate! Thank you parents, families and friends for helping us celebrate the Class of 2020! #APSGrad2020 is #WorthTheWait!

As APS plans for a proposed January 2021 reopening with three instructional models: site-based virtual, face-to-face, and Atlanta Virtual Academy; families will be able to update their Intent to Return Declaration forms beginning next week. See graphic for more info to know.

The wait is over! This evening we are celebrating the Class of 2020! Our first ceremony honored Henry W. Grady High School, Benjamin E. Mays High School, North Atlanta High School, and Maynard Jackson High School! Best wishes graduates and thank you for trusting us to deliver our promise! #APSGrad2020 is #WorthTheWait!

The giving continues! Your favorite teacher could be the next $500 @donorschoose gift card winner! Tag an APS teacher and tell us why they deserve to be honored by @CFPExtraYard! #TagATeacher

Please see our statement regarding APS Superintendent Dr. Lisa Herring's positive COVID-19 diagnosis.

Information you need to know: APS has expanded targeted interventions to address learning loss, wellness, and engagement issues! More on #TalkUpAPS! https://talkupaps.wordpress.com//aps-creates-intervention/

Don’t miss your shot! Don’t wait to Vaccinate. Are your kids up to date on their required vaccinations? Now is a great time to schedule well visits. Learn more about required school vaccines at every age: https://bit.ly/3kafOx3

APS is closely monitoring the COVID-19 data daily. Here is the Status Report for 11/5. Fulton 189 DeKalb 201... View more details: bit.ly/35M4rGM

After school workout with the Atlanta Hawks Basketball Academy! For more workouts and activities, head to www.hawks.com/hawksatho

APS is closely monitoring the COVID-19 data daily. Here is the Status Report for 11/2. Fulton 172 DeKalb 165 ... View more details: https://bit.ly/35M4rGM

Important News: Beginning Monday, Nov. 9, meal distribution will occur each Monday from 2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. from one of 10 curbside pick-up locations or designated school bus routes. Children ages 1-18 will receive 7 day weekly meal kits! More details: https://bit.ly/3kb6DxD

It's #ElectionDay! Are you headed to the polls today? We sure hope so! Thanks to our #APSGoodTroubleVoter team we've provided quick tips for voting today! From ride share discounts to polling locations, we've got you covered! #TalkUpAPS https://bit.ly/35XknWM