October 10, 2024

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Fall Break

Prepare for an exciting Fall Break from October 14-18, 2024! This is your chance to unwind and enjoy some well-deserved time off. And don’t forget, we’ll see everyone back in school on October 21! Have an amazing break!

APS Family & Student Hub Open House

The new APS Family & Student Hub is open for APS parents and families to receive services and resources. Visit the new location at 601 Dr. Thomas Cole Jr. Way SW during the Open House events from 10-11 a.m. and 2:30-3:30 p.m. on October 16-18. Help us Stock the Store and reach out to Chelsea Montgomery (chelsea.montgomery@apsk12.org) or Tia Martin (tdmartin@apsk12.org) for more information on supporting the Family & Student Hub.

Anti-Bullying Awareness Month

October is Anti-Bulling Awareness Month, and APS does not tolerate bullying or any other form of intimidation. Do your part to end bullying and take the Anti-Bullying Pledge. Anonymous reporting is available via Say Something. All reports of bullying are taken seriously.

National School Lunch Week

Congratulations to the 2024 Student Chef Competition Winners Bea Sinitiere, Simone Marshall, and Dominique Wess! Their winning recipes were featured on school menus across the district this week. Bon Appétit!

Atlanta PRIDE Parade

Are you joining us on Sunday, October 13 for the Atlanta PRIDE Parade? Meet us at 9 a.m. at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta to pick up your swag bag, and then head to Piedmont Park to celebrate diversity and support LGBTQIA+ students and staff. Be sure you save the date and complete the Participant Consent Form. See you there!

We Want You to Be A Part of the Plan

Join Superintendent Dr. Bryan Johnson at Jean Childs Young Middle School on October 23, for the next Community Listening Session. Everyone will have the opportunity to share their voice and ideas to create a stronger foundation for our schools and community. Spanish translation will be available. Click HERE to register.

Join Team APS as a Bus Driver

Are you seeking a full-time position with a flexible schedule and great benefits? Join the APS team as a bus driver and become the inspiration our students need! Attend Transportation Thursdays at Thirkeld, a monthly job fair for bus driver positions, held on the second Thursday of each month from October through December. The first fair kicks off today, October 10. We’re eager to expand our team and continue building a strong pipeline of dedicated drivers!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

The APS Department of Health and Physical Education invites everyone to wear pink on the remaining Wednesdays in October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. By participating, we honor survivors, remember those we've lost, and support the ongoing fight against this disease. Don’t forget to engage with us online using the hashtag #APSGoesPink! Together, we can raise awareness and advocate for progress in breast cancer prevention and care.

We Need Your Help: Share Your Appreciation

On October 21, we will celebrate Georgia Bus Driver and Monitor Appreciation Day! Bus drivers and monitors do much more than transport our children; they foster a sense of community, provide emotional support, and set the tone for a positive school day. We invite you to join us in expressing your appreciation. Please take a moment to leave a heartfelt thank-you message for a bus driver or monitor who has made a difference in you or your child’s life. We'll share them during a special breakfast in their honor!

Emergency Management Resources

Attention APS Parents and Families: In light of recent events, we want to make sure you have the resources you need to stay informed in case of an emergency. Visit our Office of Safety & Security Parent's Guide to Emergencies for information and links to available resources.

If you see something, Say Something. APS student safety is of paramount concern. Everyone can report bullying or any safety concern anonymously online using the Say Something website, app, or hotline (1-844-5-SayNow).

We want to hear from you and are committed to creating an atmosphere of respect. Let’s Talk is an important platform that allows us to address your questions or needs. Contact us.

APS CARES is available to students and families who need medical care, financial assistance, access to food pantries, or other free or reduced-cost assistance. Visit APS CARES to connect to resources.