Learn the latest on the coronavirus situation and the ACS response.
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 sought to answer as a community connected by education. Learn more now!
Athens City Schools is comitted to providing a safe and secure learning environment for all of our students. Parents and students may report bullying to school administrators by using the ACS Bullying Complaint Form. Click here now for more information.
Site work began on the old AES site during the summer of 2019 in preparation for the new facility. The AES faculty and students have relocated to the Clinton Street Campus for the 2019-2020 school year. Click here to learn more now!
ACS School Supply Lists by School Find your school supply list for any school at acs-k12.org/schoolsupplies
Free & Reduced Lunch Applications Beginning July 1, parents can apply for free and reduced lunch for the 2020-2021 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.
Athens Mask Fundraiser Athens High School Cheerleaders are selling masks! "Rep the A" in school and sports! Get yours today! Order online at www.shopgotees.com/Athenscheer by August 9. Gaiters are $15. Masks are $10. Color choices available. Adult and child sizes are available. Pick up will be at AHS once school starts. Contact Gia Russell for information at gia.russell@acs-k12.org Thank you for your support. Learn more at acs-k12.org/cheer.
Roadmap to Reopening: ACS Back to School Plan 2020-2021 We are so excited to begin the 2020-2021 school year! We know many challenges lie ahead, and we look forward to working through those with you and providing a safe and instructionally sound plan for reopening Athens City Schools. This roadmap serves as a guide and will require updates and revisions throughout the school year.
2020-2021 School Calendar Find the Board of Education's annual School Calendar for the district. Click here to see the calendar now.
Beth Patton Named Acting Superintendent of Schools Assistant Superintendent Beth Patton was named acting Superintendent of Schools, effective immediately, at the June 11, 2020 Board of Education meeting. The Athens City Board of Education voted unanimously on June 11 to place Superintendent Trey Holladay on administrative leave at the superintendent's request. Mrs. Patton has more than three decades of experience in Athens City Schools, and has served most recently as the Assistant Superintendent of Administrative and Instructional Services and Director of Student Services and School Operations. She is also the Executive Director of the Athens City Schools Foundation.
Summer Office Hours at Central Office Monday-Thursday, 8-4 The Athens City Schools Board of Education Central Office remains closed to the public. However, we are working and continue to serve our community. Summer hours are Monday-Thursday, 8-4. Call us at 256-233-6600 for assistance or to make an appointment. Click here for the Central Office Directory.
Athens cheer teams compete for national titles The Athens Cheer Program is sending two teams of 58 student-athletes to the Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) National High School Cheerleading Championship in Orlando, Florida during February to compete for national titles. Good luck to our AMS and AHS cheer teams! We are #athensproud of you! Click here to learn more about Athens cheer at nationals.
Back to School FAQ for Parents
Back to School FAQ for Employees