Athens City Schools will be closed on Monday, October 14th for Teacher Inservice. Students will return back to school on Tuesday, October 15th.
Beautiful day at Pumpkintown to visit Let’s Read 20 bus! Providing free books to children.
Deadline to complete online Flu Shot consent form is 10/14.
Our school has partnered with the McMinn County Health Department to offer flu shots at school. This year, the health department will not be using paper forms. Instead, parents will complete the form online. This information goes directly to the health department, so call the health department if you have any questions, please call 423-745-7431 and speak to Tina Gallaher, RN supervisor. It is recommended that you complete the form by scanning the QR code below on a mobile device. consent form. If you prefer, you can use a browser by using the link below the QR code. You will complete the same form regardless of the way you get to it. We are happy to try this new process with the health department. Southeast Tennessee School Flu Consent Form https://redcap.link/southeast_tn_school_flu_2024
Kids Connection had the annual Lights on After School parade in support of after school programs. Students made lightbulbs to carry and posters about what they like in after school.
The City of Athens is preparing a Safety Action Plan to make our roads and pathways safer for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists. We believe that public engagement is crucial when developing a safety plan that can adapt to the evolving needs of our community. That’s why we invite you to shape the future of road safety in the City of Athens by taking part in our project survey. To learn more about the Action Plan, visit our website at https://safestreetsathens.com/ or scan the QR code in the notice below. Let's make a difference in our community. Get involved and have your voice heard!
Athens City Schools will be closed on Monday, October 14th for Teacher Inservice. Students will return back to school on Tuesday, October 15th.
ACS is hiring! Please visit our employment opportunities page for a current list of job openings. Apply online today! https://www.applitrack.com/athenscityschools/onlineapp/
October 28-November 1- ACMS will be celebrating Fall Spirit Week with themed dress up days and also Red Ribbon week to provide drug prevention awareness to students.
ACS CSH and School Nutrition are teaming up to share some helpful info each month. The month of October we are focusing on the benefits of eating Pumpkins. Tennessee ranks 15th in the nation for pumpkins harvested, with a production value of $2.2 million.
Did you know? Pumpkin provides calcium, potassium, and magnesium, which can help keep your heartbeat regular and your blood pressure low. The fiber in pumpkin can also play a part in lowering blood pressure as well as cholesterol.
October 28-November 1- ACP and ACI will be celebrating Fall Spirit Week with themed dress up days and also Red Ribbon week to provide drug prevention awareness to students.
Kids Connection students have enjoyed their Fall Break doing STEM, art, academic and physical activities.
Kids Connection students have been learning about rescue workers. A huge thank you for Athens Fire Department! Students enjoyed seeing the fire trucks, meeting Sparky, and learning about their job. Students made thank you cards, wrote them letters, and gave them a special treat for all they do to protect us. The students really appreciated the time they spent talking and interacting with them! Thanks for the visit!
Following three trips to various city donation centers, the substantial donations collected were successfully delivered. Thank you to everyone who donated supplies and thank you to the Merriott family for delivering the items to our neighbors in upper East TN.
Mark your calendars for a family STEAM night on November 7th! Bring the family for a fun, engaging, exciting night of activities provided by the MUSE of Knoxville and ACS STEM labs.
Enroll today for PreK at Athens City Primary! Registation packets can be picked up at the Administration office located at 943 Crestway Drive from 8:00-4:30 p.m. For questions, please call 745-1516.
Athens City Schools is hiring Bus Drivers and Bus Monitors. Apply online today! https://www.applitrack.com/athenscityschools/onlineapp/
Our school has partnered with the McMinn County Health Department to offer flu shots at school. This year, the health department will not be using paper forms. Instead, parents will complete the form online. This information goes directly to the health department, so call the health department if you have any questions, please call 423-745-7431 and speak to Tina Gallaher, RN supervisor. It is recommended that you complete the form by scanning the QR code below on a mobile device. consent form. If you prefer, you can use a browser by using the link below the QR code. You will complete the same form regardless of the way you get to it. We are happy to try this new process with the health department. Southeast Tennessee School Flu Consent Form https://redcap.link/southeast_tn_school_flu_2024
Today is National Instructional Coaches Day. We are so thankful for Sonya Bivens- ACI , Casey Idol- ACP, and Dawn Martin- ACM! Thank you for your instructional support and leadership in our schools.
Athens City Schools will be closed October 7-11 for Fall Break. Schools will also be closed on Monday, October 14th for Inservice Day. Students will return back to school on Tuesday, October 15th. Kids Connection will be open October 7-10.
We hope everyone has a fun and safe fall break with family and friends.
Mrs. Amos's class celebrated their excellent behavior over the last night weeks by cashing in their dojo points for fun prizes such as going shoeless in the class, being a VIP student for the day, and choosing items from the treasure box. They even had enough points as a class to cash in their points for a pizza party! Way to go!
