Athens City Schools

Stay Connected with ParentVUE! Parents of students in Grades 3–8 can use ParentVUE to stay informed and involved in their child’s education: ✅ View grades 📅 Check attendance 💬 Communicate with teachers 📈 Monitor academic progress 📱 Important: If you currently have the old ParentVUE app, please delete it and download the new ParentVUE app for your mobile device. iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parentvue-new/id6504305881 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.edupoint.parentvue Scan the QR code to get started and stay connected!

Athens City Schools is enrolling PreK students for the 2026–27 school year! Registration packets are available at the Administration Office, 943 Crestway Drive. Children must be 4 by Aug. 15, 2026 to enroll. We can't wait to welcome your family! For questions, call 423-745-2863.

Athens City Schools is hiring Kids Connection Extended Learning Program staff for the 2026–2027 school year! If you enjoy working with children and want to be part of a fun, supportive team, we’d love to have you join us! ⭐ 👉 Apply today! 📞 Questions? Call 423-745-6295 🌐 Visit www.athenscityschools.net for more information.

Make Lunch a Healthy Choice! 💙

A healthy school lunch gives students the nutrition they need to learn, play, and succeed! Choose a healthy lunch every day and fuel a great day at school! #ExcellenceIsACS

Dr. E and her Puppy Pal had a ball reading and singing nursery rhymes with the beautiful friends in Ms. Castellani’s class this morning! #ExcellenceIsACI

A reminder of the importance of being at school every day. Absences Add Up. #ExcellenceIsACS

Hidden in Plain Sight

What aren’t you seeing? Join us Wednesday, Sept. 2, from 1–2 PM at McMinn Higher Education Center for a FREE interactive event to learn how to recognize hidden signs of drug & alcohol use and improve communication with teens.

📍 2345 Denso Dr., Athens

🚨 WE’RE HIRING! 🚨

Athens City Schools has openings for:
🚌 Bus Drivers
🔬 Interim Science Teacher
📚 Kids Connection Staff
👩‍🏫 Substitute Teachers
🍎 Food Service Substitutes

Apply today! Visit www.athenscityschools.net or scan the QR code.

ACIS 3rd grade teachers are working hard during lesson prep to deliver strong instruction to their students. #ExcellenceIsACI

Grandparents are invited to join this free club for connection, support, education, resources, and fun! 📅 1st Wednesday of each month ⏰ 1:00 PM 📍 UT Extension–McMinn, 2345 Denso Dr., Athens Come connect with other grandparents and learn more about caring for your grandchildren! 📞 Questions? 423-745-2852

As always, our exemplary cafeteria staff providing an amazing breakfast to an average of 440 students daily(82%). The best, providing the best, for the best. #FoodMadeWithLoveatACMS

Check out this week’s Cup O’ Joe with Mr. Barnett for the latest updates from Athens City Schools! #ExcellenceIsACS https://youtube.com/shorts/Wg8zS_Mr0y0?si=Oql9Nwj172dYmBkv

🚌 NOW HIRING BUS DRIVERS! 🚌

Athens City Schools is looking for Bus Drivers to join our Transportation Department for the 2026–2027 school year! 💙💛

💰 Starting Pay: $20.76/hour
✅ Paid holidays
✅ Health insurance & retirement plans
✅ Sick leave
✅ Summers off

Requirements include:
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license
• Class A or B CDL with P & S endorsements
• Safe driving record
• Ability to pass a background check and DOT physical

👉 Apply online today: www.athenscityschools.net
📞 Questions? Call 423-745-2863

Athens City Schools is hiring Kids Connection Extended Learning Program staff for the 2026–2027 school year!

If you enjoy working with children and want to be part of a fun, supportive team, we’d love to have you join us! ⭐

👉 Apply today!
📞 Questions? Call 423-745-6295
🌐 Visit www.athenscityschools.net for more information.

Families, we invite you to join us on August 25 for our ACMS Family Engagement Meeting and Annual Title 1 Meeting.
🕔 4:00 p.m. – Family Engagement Meeting
🕓 5:00 p.m. – Annual Title I Meeting

We value your voice and partnership as we work together to support our students!
📅 August 25
📍 Athens City Middle School

We hope to see you there! 🐾

Reminder: Athens City Schools partners with Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital to provide telehealth services for all students.

Through this partnership, pediatric providers can evaluate symptoms and recommend treatment via a secure virtual health visit right from the school clinic. If your child becomes sick while at school, this service allows them to be seen quickly without you having to leave work. Save yourself a trip to urgent care or ER.

✅ Quick and convenient care at school
✅ Immediate evaluation if your child gets sick during the school day
✅ Visits billed to insurance (sliding scale available for uninsured families)

👉 Learn more or register your child here: https://www.etch.com/your-visit/school-telehealth-resources/

Athens City Intermediate School Annual Title I Meeting & Open House on Thursday, August 20! We look forward to welcoming our students and families. Be sure to see the attached flyer for event details and additional information. #ExcellenceIsACI

☀️ Extreme Heat Safety Tips! 💧 Stay safe in the heat by drinking plenty of water, taking cool breaks, dressing lightly, protecting your skin, and watching for signs of heat illness. 💙 Keep Cool. Drink Water. Take Breaks. Stay Safe! #ExcellenceIsACS #CoordinatedSchoolHealth

School Zone Safety Matters! Slow down, stay alert, watch for students, and always stop for school buses with flashing red lights. Safe Driving. Safe Students. Safe Schools. #ExcellenceIsACS

Start the day with a delicious breakfast! 🍎🥛 Visit our website to view the breakfast and lunch menu. https://www.athenscityschools.net/dining