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Happy New Year from Athens City Schools!


We look forward to seeing students return back to school on Tuesday, January 7th.


ACIS Lady Cougars lost 15-11 to Benton in the championship of the Bradley County Christmas Tournament. The girls came from behind to tie the game 8-8 at the end of the 1st quarter. Defense won in the 2nd quarter with no one scoring and going into half still tied 8-8. The Lady Cougars were able to take the lead at 11-10 but Benton was able to finish the game scoring the final 5 points.
Both teams return to regular season action on Thursday, January 9th at Michigan Avenue, then play their next home game on Monday, January 13th against Waterville. Girls play at 6:00 pm and boys at 7:00 pm.











ACIS Boys basketball played in Christmas Tournament against Oak Grove. Cougars dominated with an 82-11 win.











ACIS Boys basketball played in Christmas Tournament against Oak Grove. Cougars dominated with an 82-11 win.











Lady Cougars fought hard to win 29-17 over North Lee in the Christmas tournament. Cougars played well also today to defeat North Lee 40-25. With the wins today, both teams advance to the Championship game tomorrow night at Ocoee Middle school. Girls will play at 6:00 pm and boys at 7:00 pm.











Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Athens City Intermediate.


Gift of Love program this morning at ACIS brought in lots of donations for Love Thy Neighbor. Students heard about the importance of giving to others.







MCHS Lady Cherokees present goody bags and good luck wishes to the ACIS Girls Basketball team.


Check out the latest news on this week's episode Cup O' Joe with Mr. Barnett
https://youtu.be/MCpZOAx1c9g?si=A2LecR3PTnGUJhaa


A group of K-Kids packed books today for Let’s Read 20 to be put in the Friendly Fellow Food boxes.







ACMS is so glad to have ACIS basketball teams with us tonight!!





Gameday for ACIS Basketball
The first official home game for ACIS. Come out to support the boys and girls team as they face Riceville Elementary.
A parent/guardian must be present with any students attending the game. Students CAN NOT be dropped off and picked up.
Support the ACIS K-Kids and visit the concession stand for drinks, popcorn, and candy.


Tomorrow is an exciting opportunity to support some of our ACIS students! We have our 1st home game! Girls at 6:00. Boys at 7:00. Admission to the game is free. K-Kids will be doing concessions. Students who attend must be accompanied by an adult. All students are encouraged to wear school colors to school tomorrow!

ACIS K-Kids made their monthly visit to TerraBella for Christmas Bingo and candy cane ornament making.











Athens City School Board approved the 2025-2026 school calendar at the December 9, 2024 meeting. Pleasef find copy of the parent calendar attached for next school year. It can also be found on our website at the following link.


Check out the latest news on this week's episode Cup O' Joe with Mr. Barnett- 12/9/24
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0_YCR12Q6E


ACIS staff and teachers had some fun with an underground spirit week, dressing up each day without students knowing. Here are some highlights of the week.











Did I hear, Santa Shoppe?!!! Yes, Dec. 16th-19th!!! Will you help ACIS PTO with this Christmas event? Volunteers needed 12/16-12/19. Grandparents may also help! Sign up below.
You may also help by sending in wrapping paper, tissue paper and gift bag donations by 12/6! Sign up below.
Thank you for any help you can offer. Have a blessed Thanksgiving!!!! 💚❤️
https://m.signupgenius.com/?#!/showSignUp/10C0C4BAEAD2BA6F58-52907384-acis
