Thank you for your patience and support as authorities have discovered the source and taken appropriate legal steps in regard to the specific threat at the middle school that caused today’s disruption. As always, we will investigate every threat in collaboration with local law enforcement and homeland security. Be assured appropriate legal and school disciplinary action will be taken. We hope this current trend of threats being experienced in many districts and states will end and help us to refocus on educating our students in a safe and nurturing environment.
A message from Athens City Schools regarding school safety.
The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority. We wanted to inform you that earlier this morning we were made aware of a threat mentioning our middle school circulating on social media.
Any threat we are made aware of is taken very seriously and will always be investigated with cooperation of law enforcement.
Law enforcement is actively investigating to determine its credibility.
As an extra security measure and peace of mind for our students,staff and families we will continue to have an enhanced security presence on our campuses.
A beautiful day for a picnic lunch with our six graders.#excellenceisACMS
Don't miss the ACS Systemwide Fall Back to School Family Engagement Resource Fair today from 5-6 p.m! Student Art Gallery, FREE books provided by Let's Read 20, and over 20 community partners will be setup to share information with our ACS families and staff. Located at 255 Keith Lane-enter at main ACI entrance.
Parents and families- we appreciate your patience and understanding as we have worked in conjunction with the Athens Police Department and local office of the Department of Homeland Security to fully investigate this matter. As suspected, the original threat reported yesterday afternoon was confirmed to be localized in the Athens, Georgia area and necessary action has been taken by the authorities. We appreciate the continued support and presence of our local police department as an extra security measure in our school community. If you chose to keep your student home today, please make sure to send a parent note with them as they return to school.
As always the safety of our students and staff is our top priority. We wanted to inform you that earlier this afternoon we were made aware of a threat circulating on social media. Through coordinated efforts between Athens Police Department and the local office of the Department of Homeland Security, authorities believe the threat to be intended for Athens, Georgia and not Athens, Tennessee. As an extra security measure and peace of mind for our students and staff, we will have an enhanced security presence on our campuses over the next several days.
ACS Systemwide Fall Back to School Family Engagement Resource Fair is scheduled for September 10 from 5-6 p.m. We are so excited about the community fair and resource vendors that will be attending.
Be sure to visit the Student Art Gallery that will be on display in the windows of the Art Room. FREE books for children will be provided by Let's Read 20.
The following community partners and vendors that will be setup to provide information on employment, healthcare, educational, ACS services and programs, mental health, local resources and businesses : *American Job Center *McMinn County Education Foundation *Let's Read 20 *Simmons Bank*Nurture the Next*ACP PTO*Centerstone*McMinn County Health Department*Athens Martial Arts*Athens Utility Board*Army National Guard*Coordinated School Health/ School Nurses*ACS ESL* McMinn Living Heritage Museum*EG Fisher Library*Hiwassee/Ocoee Parks*ACI PTO*Tennessee Wesleyan University*Cleveland State * UT Extension*
ACS Systemwide Fall Back to School Family Engagement Resource Fair is scheduled for September 10 and October 22 from 5-6 p.m. We are so excited about the community fair and resource vendors that will be setup for families. See flier for more details. Mark your calendars and bring the family to this great evening.
ACS staff and students are encouraged to wear GREEN on Monday, September 9th to show support and raise awareness for Muscular Dystrophy.
ACS Systemwide Fall Back to School Family Engagement Resource Fair is scheduled for September 10 and October 22 from 5-6 p.m. We are so excited about the community fair and resource vendors that will be setup for families. Today we will highlight the following community partners and vendors that will be setup to provide information on local businesses and opportunities available for families to enjoy.
*Mcminn County Living Heritage Museum
*EG Fisher Library
*Hiwassee/Ocoee River Parks
*Athens Martial Arts
*National Guard
*Athens Utility Board
*Simmons Bank
*UT Extension
ACMS had great finishes at the Eureka Trail! Meet results can be found at this link: https://tn.milesplit.com/meets/632207-athens-xc-meet-at-eureka-trails-2024/results
Athens XC Meet at Eureka Trails 2024 - Athens XC Meet at Eureka Trails
MileSplits official Athens XC Meet at Eureka Trails formatted results for the 2024 Athens XC Meet at Eureka Trails, hosted by Ocoee Middle School in Athens TN.
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September 7th is Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Awareness Day. ACS staff and students are encouraged to wear GREEN on Monday, September 9th to show support and raise awareness for Muscular Dystrophy.
Mid-terms were sent home with students today. Please know that parent/teacher conferences can be scheduled by emailing your child's teacher at any time. If you would like to meet with all of your child's teachers, please send an email request to Mrs. Dingess at rdingess@athensk8.net.
ACS Systemwide Fall Back to School Family Engagement Resource Fair is scheduled for September 10 and October 22 from 5-6 p.m. We are so excited about the community fair and resource vendors that will be setup for families. Today we will highlight the following community partners and vendors that will be setup to provide information on health and fitness resources: *Athens Martial Arts *Coordinated School Health *Centerstone *McMinn County Health Department *Nurture the Next *Tennessee Wesleyan Dental Program *UT Extension
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Students and staff are encouraged to wear orange, blue, gold or a hat on Fridays during the month of September.
ACS is hiring! Please visit our employment opportunities page for a current list of job openings. Bus Drivers, Kids Connection Teacher Assistants, Food Service Substitutes, Instructional Assistants, Substitute Teachers, Apply online today!
https://www.applitrack.com/athenscityschools/onlineapp/
19th Annual Walk Across Tennessee- Move Around the Region
Fun, Friendly Competition: October 7 – November 17, 2024
Registration is now open.- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScR5Hdu9wgW4xK5pRThClpD0wt8RSshZJtZ6EtsA_ARHLEJhw/viewform
See flier for more info.
Welcome Back Students and Staff!
Check out this week Cup O' Joe with Mr. Barnett- 9/3/24
https://youtu.be/1DPgcfduRY0?si=awlC4vdtkDGw39MR
