Athens City Schools

Today we celebrate and honor four incredible individuals on their retirement—Connie Brackett, Alison Barnett, Patti Rae Bryant, and John Dyer. Thank you for your years of dedication, hard work, and service to ACS. Each of you has made a lasting impact on our students, staff, and community. Your commitment and passion will always be a part of ACS, and you will be truly missed. Wishing you all the very best in this next chapter—happy retirement!

STAFF APPRECIATION WEEK DAY 1: Bojangles Biscuits for our entire staff gifted by Eastanallee Baptist Church. We are so thankful for how well the community loves our staff! 🫶💙💛

May 4 is International Firefighter Appreciation Day. Today we recognize and thank all the brave firefighters who put their lives on the line to protect our communities. Your courage, dedication, and selfless service do not go unnoticed. Thank you!

PE & Sports Week Appreciation

We’re celebrating our amazing PE teachers and coaches who keep students active, motivated, and confident every day! #ExcellenceIsACS

ACMS students that read at least 400,000 words celebrated at Camp O today! We are so proud of these kids!!#ExcellenceIsACM

🎉 Congratulations to our 2025–2026 RISE (Recognizing Inspiring School Employees) Award Winners! 🎉

We are proud to recognize these outstanding individuals for their dedication, passion, and commitment to making a difference in our schools:

Athens City Middle School: Alyssa Odom
Central Office/Systemwide: John Dyer
Athens City Primary School: Lindsey Thomas
Athens City Intermediate School: Shannon Brown

Thank you for inspiring excellence and positively impacting the lives of our students every day! #ExcellenceIsACS

Reminder- Athens City Schools will be closed on Tuesday, May 5th for Election Day and Inservice Day . Kids Connection will also be closed. #ExcellenceIsACS

🍎 ACS Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week 🍎
This week, we celebrate the incredible teachers and staff who make ACS such a special place! Thank you for your dedication, compassion, and the difference you make in the lives of our students every single day. We appreciate you! #ExcellenceIsACS

PE & Sports Week Appreciation 🏀🏃‍♀️

We’re celebrating our amazing PE teachers and coaches who keep students active, motivated, and confident every day!

Thank you for inspiring teamwork, perseverance, and a love of movement—your impact lasts far beyond the field!

MAY 3, 2026 This National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend, our Nation honors the brave volunteer and career firefighters who have sacrificed their lives in the line of whose courage and devotion to their communities will never be forgotten. We carry their memories forward in gratitude along with the enduring promise of a Nation forever changed by their sacrifice. ACMS is thankful for the brave men and women of the Athens Fire Department and multiple community volunteers that have  served and are currently serving our community.

Athens City Schools is hiring! Apply online today. https://www.applitrack.com/athenscityschools/onlineapp/
#ExcellenceIsACS

PE & Sports Week Appreciation

We’re celebrating our amazing PE teachers and coaches who keep students active, motivated, and confident every day! #ExcellenceIsACS

Reminder- Athens City Schools will be closed on Tuesday, May 5th for Election Day and Inservice Day . Kids Connection will also be closed. #ExcellenceIsACS

Mark your calendars for the upcoming Field Days:
Athens City Intermediate- Friday, May 1
Athens City Primary- Wednesday, May 6
#ExcellenceIsACS

PE & Sports Week Appreciation

We’re celebrating our amazing PE teachers and coaches who keep students active, motivated, and confident every day! #ExcellenceIsACS

Mrs. Watson’s kindergarten class had a wonderful day releasing their butterflies. It was such a neat learning experience to watch the lifecycle from beginning to end. Just two weeks ago, they started as tiny caterpillars, then grew and formed their chrysalises, and finally emerged as butterflies this week. We celebrated their release by enjoying a snack outside together.

ACI K-Kids represented ACS well at the Kiwanis meeting! These young leaders continue to shine through service, leadership, and community involvement. We’re proud of the example they set!#ExcellenceIsACS

We love you Dr. Walden and Mrs. Johnson! #ExcellenceIsACP

We love our ACMS School Lunch Heroes! Thank you for the great meals prepared daily for our to staff and students. #ExcellenceIsACM

Principal Appreciation Day- May 1st
We celebrate our incredible principals for their leadership, dedication, and support of students, staff, and families. Thank you Ms. Hardaway, Mr. Simmons, and Dr. Walden for guiding our schools with care, vision, and commitment every day! We are so grateful for all you do to make Athens City Schools a great place to learn and grow! #ExcellenceIsACS