Athens City Schools

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

If you enjoy working with children, this is a great opportunity to help students learn, grow, and succeed in a fun, safe, and supportive before- and after-school environment.

🍎 Join our team and make a difference every day!

Apply today:
https://www.applitrack.com/athenscityschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff

August 3, 2026- First Day of School, Abbreviated Day 📚 First Day of School – Monday, August 3 The first day of school will be an abbreviated day. Students will be dismissed at the following times: ACP:1 2:25 p.m. ACI: 12:10 p.m. ACM: 11:30 a.m. We look forward to welcoming our students back for a great school year!

Check out the Welcome Back Cup O' Joe message from Mr. Joe Barnett, Director of Schools! https://youtu.be/CsCkZFB2X_g?si=h6wfb2_MgDNJhh3l

We're excited to welcome our students and families back for a fantastic school year! Please review the arrival and dismissal times to help make the first days of school smooth and successful. We can't wait to see everyone! #ExcellenceIsACS

TUITION PAYMENTS NOW ACCEPTED for 2026-2027 School Year Tuition payments for the 2026–2027 school year are currently being accepted at the Administration Building. A minimum of ½ tuition is due no later than August 3, 2026. Second-semester tuition ½ is due no later than December 18, 2026. Payment Options: • Cash (exact amount only) • Check • Online at www.athenscityschools.net For questions, please call 745-2863.

Join the Kids Connection Team! Now hiring for our 2026–2027 Before & After School Learning Program. Make an impact in students' lives. Apply today: https://www.applitrack.com/athenscityschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Support+Staff

Stay connected with everything happening at your child's school! Download the free ACS app to get the latest news, updates, and important information right on your mobile device.

Don't forget about next week's Back-to-School events! 🍎

Join us for Athens City Primary's Back-to-School Nights, Athens City Intermediate's 3rd Grade Sneak Peek, and Athens City Middle School's Jump Start for incoming 6th graders. We can't wait to welcome our staff, students, and families for an amazing school year!

See the attached flyers for dates, times, and more information.

The 2026–2027 Athens City Schools calendar is here! Keep it handy as you plan appointments, vacations, and family events while staying up to date on important school dates, holidays, and breaks. Here's to a great school year ahead! #ExcellenceIsACS

Athens City Schools is hiring! Join our team and make a difference in the lives of students every day. Apply today! https://www.applitrack.com/athenscityschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1

Athens City Schools is now enrolling PreK students for the 2026–2027 school year! Registration packets are available at the Athens City Schools Administration Office, 943 Crestway Drive. Children must be 4 years old by August 15, 2026 to enroll. We can't wait to welcome your family!

🎉 Welcome Back, ACP Families! 🎉 We are so excited to kick off a new school year with you! 💙📚 Be sure to check out the attached FAQ for helpful information to get your family ready for a fantastic year. 📅 Back-to-School Family Night 🍎 Wednesday, July 29 – Pre-K & Kindergarten 🕠 5:30–6:30 p.m. 📅 Thursday, July 30 – 1st & 2nd Grade 🕠 5:30–6:30 p.m. Students can bring in their school supplies during back to school nights. We can't wait to see our ACP families and start an amazing school year together!

Welcome to ACS, Ashley Atkinson! Athens City Schools is excited to welcome Ashley as the new Band Teacher at Athens City Middle School. We look forward to the music and inspiration she will bring to our students! #ExcellenceIsACM

Athens City Schools is excited to welcome Bethany Rice as the new Music Teacher at Athens City Intermediate! We are thrilled to have her join ACS and look forward to the creativity, passion, and inspiration she will bring to our students. #ExcellenceIsACI

Welcome to ACS, Tara Wade! Athens City Schools is excited to welcome Tara as the new 3rd Grade Math & Science Teacher at Athens City Intermediate. We are excited to have her join our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with students! #ExcellenceIsACI

Welcome to ACS, Sarah Stephens! Athens City Schools is excited to welcome Sarah as the Interim Librarian at Athens City Primary. We are happy to have her join us and look forward to the support and encouragement she will provide for our students. #ExcellenceIsACP

Welcome to ACS, Shae Wells! We are excited to welcome Shae as the new 6th Grade Math & Science Teacher at Athens City Middle School. We are excited for the knowledge and passion she will bring to our students. #ExcellenceIsACM

Please join us in welcoming Rebekah Harden to Athens City Schools! 🎉 Rebekah is joining Athens City Middle School as a 6th-grade Social Studies Teacher. We are excited to have her on our team and look forward to the positive impact she will make with our students. #ExcellenceIsACM

Athens City Schools is excited to welcome Sydney King as our new 6th Grade ELA and Social Studies Teacher at Athens City Middle School. We are thrilled to have Sydney join the ACS family and look forward to the knowledge, passion, and positive impact she will bring to our students and school community. #ExcellenceIsACM