What are the characteristics and skills graduates of Athens City Schools need to have to be successful in college, career, and life? This is the essential question that we are seeking to answer as a community connected by education. Learn more now!
It is time for annual student re-enrollment, and we are excited to have your family back with us! All students must re-enroll in Athens City Schools each spring for the following school year. We expect students to complete re-enrollment for the 2019-2020 school year by May 10. Click here now for full details!
The Athens City Schools Board of Education is considering the possibility of moving forward with a proposed plan for a new school for Athens Elementary. Click to learn more now.
The Athens City Schools Annual Report to our community for the 2016-2017 school year is now available. Read here to get a great overview of the highlights from last year and to get a glimpse of the year ahead.
Free & Reduced Lunch Applications Open July 8 Beginning July 8, parents can apply for free and reduced lunch for the 2019-2020 school year. Apply before the start of school to be sure you're ready for the first day! Families must reapply each year to receive these benefits. Have questions or need help? Contact our Child Nutrition Program now.
Summer Bus Registration is July 16 This is a special registration date for parents of new bus riders or bus riders who have a change of address after June 6, 2019. Bus registration is July 16 from 12-8 pm at Athens Middle School. If you miss July 16, you must register for bus service at your child's school before August 12 to receive bus service. Find out more at https://bit.ly/2ISdYAw
Summer Hours Athens City Schools Board of Education works year round to serve the students and families of ACS. Our summer hours are:
SPARK Academy at Cowart selected as CLAS Banner School was named as the 2018 CLAS Banner School for State School Board District 8 by the Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS). This award recognizes schools that serve as outstanding educational models for other schools in Alabama. Read the full story now!
2019-2020 School Calendar Now Available The Board of Education recently approved the 2019-2020 School Calendar for the district. Click here to see the calendar now.
iAcademy at Athens Elementary Named Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
iAcademy at Athens Elementary was recently honored as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence! This is a very prestigious award, and we are understandably proud of the dedicated leadership and teachers who make AES an amazing place for students to learn, grow and achieve. Learn more about this recognition here.
Legacy Brick Project for the new AHS - Bricks Still Available!
Buy a brick that will be placed on the campus of the new AHS currently under construction. Purchase your brick through the Athens City Schools Foundation at www.acsf.acs-k12.org/bricks or call 256.233.6600 to learn more. Brick sales are still open!
Get the Free App Now!
Never miss a weather alert, school closing or important update. Download the ACS mobile app to stay connected at all times. Use the app to can check calendars, lunch menus, and receive "push" notifications about school events and weather emergencies. Download the free app today at the App Store for iPhones or Google Play for Android devices. Search "Athens City School System."
Be sure to allow alerts, pushes and banners in your phone settings under "notifications" to properly receive notifications. In the app settings, please select the schools from which you wish to receive updates. Contact our office with any questions. 256.233.6600.
2018-2019 School Calendar The Athens City Board of Education approved the 2018-2019 school calendar. Please click here to see the calendar.
