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TOMORROW: Family Engagement Conference
Tomorrow's 2023 Family Engagement Conference is a great way to celebrate National Parent Involvement Day! Join us starting at 9 a.m. at Tuskegee Airmen Global Academy, and participate in the incredible conference sessions that will tackle topics ranging from reading, financial literacy, and more by clicking HERE. We'll see you tomorrow, November 18!
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APS to Transition to In-House Food Service Model
APS is excited to announce that starting in the 2024-2025 school year, our food service operations will be transitioning from a vendor-operated program to an in-house model to enhance the quality, healthiness, and diversity of the meals provided to students. With this transition, we aim to better the overall quality of ingredients used in school meals, offering students healthier and more nutritious food options. APS will continue to engage with students, school staff, and community members to develop recipes and menus that are nutritious and taste great. Join us at the Family Engagement Conference tomorrow, where we'll offer families a chance to taste-test potential menu items.
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Congratulations to the 2023-2024 APyeS Award Winners!
APS Families, please join us in congratulating Taylor Richardson, a 5th-grade teacher at Burgess-Peterson Elementary School, named the APS 2023-2024 District Excellence in Teaching Award Winner (also known as Teacher of the Year) at the APyeS! Awards on November 11!
Additional APyeS! Awards winners were Dr. Zawadaski Robinson, named the 2023-2024 Principal of the Year, and Kristy Reese, named the 2023-2024 Assistant Principal of the Year.
We couldn't be prouder to have Richardson represent APS in the upcoming Georgia Teacher of the Year Awards. Visit APS Today for a complete event recap, including a list of all our amazing winners and sponsors and a photo recap of the night’s festivities.
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No School Next Week: Happy Thanksgiving
As Atlanta Public Schools gears up for a week-long Thanksgiving Break, we wanted to share what we are most thankful for— YOU! Every student, parent, teacher, and caring person who pours greatness into the lives of our scholars, we thank you for entrusting APS to educate your students.
For those hosting this year’s Thanksgiving festivities, we encourage you to enjoy the great fall weather and participate in a few family fun activities around Metro Atlanta. Go for a hike, ice skating, see holiday lights, or even volunteer as a family. Whatever you do, APS wishes you and your family a safe and happy Thanksgiving.
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We Need Your Valuable Input!
Each of you are a valued voice within APS, and we need your input as we make plans and decisions that will shape the success of our great district. Please take a few minutes to complete the below surveys and exercise your right to be heard.
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Superintendent Search— To develop a profile for the future APS Superintendent.
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Family Engagement Feedback— To capture what is and isn’t working with your school’s family engagement efforts.
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School Calendar— To outline priorities as we develop student calendars for School Years 25-26, 26-27, and 27-28.
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Amp Up APS! Student Equity— To capture the unique perspective of 4th-12th grade students to help shape the district’s efforts to advance equity for all. Students will need to enter their Network ID in MyBackPack. *Survey closes Nov. 30.
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See Cirque Du Soleil's New Show For 20% Off
We've got great news! Tickets to Cirque du Soleil's all-new 20th Big Top Show are now available to APS students and families for 20% off! Packed with vibrant characters, inspiring music, astounding lights and projections, and never-before-seen acrobatic feats, ECHO invites audiences on a journey through a universe of color, wonder, and infinite possibilities. You don't want to miss this! Get your tickets today by clicking HERE. We'll see you under the big top!
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The Minecraft Student Build Challenge Deadline is November 30
The deadline for students to enter their Minecraft Student Build Challenge submissions is fast approaching! All entries must be submitted by November 30. This September, APS launched a city-wide Minecraft build challenge to allow students to navigate through a customized virtual representation of Atlanta and create virtual proposals in Minecraft: Education that capture their vision for Atlanta’s future. For more information, please click HERE.
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Watch the Latest Episode of Hola APS
Visit our YouTube channel @APStv and view the latest episode of Hola APS, where host Jorge Romero shares information with our Spanish-speaking families about how to use Infinite Campus.
APStv has information and highlights for everyone to enjoy. We hope you will like, subscribe, and share the channel with everyone you know. You may even see your student featured one day!
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APS CARES
Are you in need of medical care, financial assistance, access to food pantries, and other free or reduced-cost assistance? Visit APS CARES today and get connected to resources.
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Extend a Hand of Friendship to Someone
Lend a helping hand to your classmate, do something nice for your neighbors, or take a moment to listen to a friend. The smallest acts of kindness can make a big difference for someone and allow you to build a connection with those around you!
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