FCS Holds Social Studies Championship at The Carter Center
The FCS social studies department held its second annual Jimmy Carter and Andrew Young Social Studies Championship at the Carter Center on December 14, 2024. Third through fifth-grade students from the two finalist schools, Crabapple Crossing Elementary School in Milton and Dolvin Elementary in Roswell competed for the first-place prize in a quiz bowl-style contest and debate. Read more.
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Ties of Excellence: Filling the Gap and Changing the Narrative
Learning how to properly tie a necktie is one of the many rites of passage for a young man. It is a skill Gerald Harris, dean of students at Benjamin Banneker High School, learned from his father. Now, he’s paying it forward. Harris says he got the idea for “Ties of Excellence” during graduation time in May. Read more.
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FCS Holds Super Bowl Themed "Tackle Hunger" Food Drive
In celebration of the 59th annual Super Bowl, the Fulton County cafes will be hosting a Super Bowl-themed promotion from February 3–7. School Cafes will host a Tackle Hunger Canned Food Drive throughout the week, with collections donated to local food banks in north and south Fulton County. Donation boxes will be in the cafeterias. Read more
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FCS Junior Develops Revolutionary AI Tool
Applying cybersecurity and machine learning to healthcare challenges, Shiv Garg, a high school junior at Fulton County Schools Innovation Academy, has created EyeAI, a cutting-edge tool that uses artificial intelligence to help diagnose eye diseases. Read more.
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Music Therapy Program Breaks Through Barriers
Music can often reach places within a student like nothing else. In this episode of "Let's Talk Schools!" Dr. Looney discusses the FCS music therapy program - one of the largest in the state - with his guests Amber Weldon-Stephens, music therapist and Dr. Matt Koperniak, coordinator of performing arts. Watch this episode.
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FCS is Looking for Terrific Teachers
Do you know anyone interested in teaching at Fulton? Have them join us at one of our upcoming hiring events. Teaching Candidate Pools are now open for all grade levels and contents. Applications are available at jobs.fultonschools.org. Offering early contracts for the 2025-2026 school year! Get hired on the spot! Click here for more details.
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Taking a Hike Through Native American History
Along the banks of the Chattahoochee in Roswell, GA., students are surrounded by the sights, smells, and sounds of nature. Fulton County Schools (FCS) has been working in partnership with the Chattahoochee Nature Center (CNC) to bring an immersive learning experience to second grade students that aligns with Georgia Standards of Excellence. Read more.
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How to Get Involved with Your Child’s School
Parental involvement is crucial to a student's education - both at home and school. That's why organizations like PTA and School Governance Councils are so important. In this episode of “Let’s Talk Schools,” Dr. Looney interviews two parent volunteers who discuss how to get more involved with your child’s school. Watch this episode.
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Edible Awareness on Valentine’s Day
As we approach the upcoming Valentine's Day holiday, remember that candy, desserts, baked goods (store-bought/homemade), or any other edible items are not to be sold or distributed at school or on the bus unless approved in advance by the school administration. Thank you for making Valentine’s Day a happy and smooth celebration for all!
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2025-2026 Pre-K Lottery Application is Open
FCS implements the state-funded Georgia’s Pre-Kindergarten program. Only children who are four years old at 11:59 pm on 9/1/2025 AND are residents of the Fulton County Schools attendance zone are eligible to participate in the FCS Pre-K program. The Lottery Application closes on March 5, 2025. Register for the lottery now!
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The Declaration Window for SGC Elections is Open
Play a critical role in the success of our schools! The window for parents to declare candidacy for their school's School Governance Council opens on February 3. Interested individuals can complete the Candidate Declaration Form for a two-year term (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 207). The declaration period closes on March 28th, with voting scheduled for April. Learn more.
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Take the Georgia DoE School Climate Survey
Your voice matters! By participating in the Georgia School Climate Survey, you can help us create a safe, supportive, and thriving environment for our students. Principals will be sending information home this month with links to the survey. Please take a few moments to complete the survey by March 31, 2025. Your participation directly impacts your school ratings with the State of Georgia.
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