Athens City Schools

🕑 FALL BACK Daylight Saving Time ends at 2:00 AM on Sunday, November 1. Don't forget to "fall back" this Saturday night/Sunday morning!

Mark your calendars with important dates to remember in November: 🍂 November 4 - Progress Report Day (AHS & AMS) 🍂 November 11 - Veterans Day (school closed) 🍂 November 23-27 - Thanksgiving Break (school closed) View the ACS district calendar at acs-k12.org/calendar.

SPORTS THIS WEEK Let's #goEagles Tickets and passes are available on the GoFan app or visit gofan.co/app/school/AL109.    #goEagles #oneAthens

October is National Principals Month, and we are so grateful for our amazing school leaders who serve our students, staff, schools & community with integrity, character & heart. Their leadership makes a lasting difference each & every day. #thankaprincipal

SPORTS THIS WEEK Let's #goEagles Tickets and passes are available on the GoFan app or visit gofan.co/app/school/AL109. 🏐🚩🏈👟📣🦅

📣 HOMECOMING PARADE DETAILS Reminder that the Athens Homecoming Parade will be held on Thursday, September 17 at 6:00 PM. Make plans to come out and cheer on our #goldeneagles in this cherished tradition of floats, music, spirit, royalty, and more!

The 2026-2027 Free & Reduced Lunch Application deadline is approaching! Families must submit a new application each school year to be considered for benefits. Only one application per family is required. Complete your application by 9/17 at acs-k12.org/freeandreduced.

SEPTEMBER IS ATTENDANCE AWARENESS MONTH Regular attendance helps students stay on track, build connections, and achieve academic success. Your presence matters! Make every day count! View the ACS attendance policy at acs-k12.org/handbook #schooleveryday

SPORTS THIS WEEK Let's #goEagles! 🦅 Tickets & passes are available on the GoFan app or visit gofan.co/app/school/AL109. 🏐🏈👟🏊‍♀️🚩🏈

Reminder that Athens City Schools will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. View the complete academic calendar at acs-k12.org. Have a great holiday weekend!

🍎 FREE & REDUCED LUNCH APPLICATIONS are now open for the 2026-2027 school year. All families who wish to be considered for meal benefits must submit a new application each school year. Only one application per family is required.🌐 Visit acs-k12.org/freeandreduced to apply today.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS for Pep Rally on the Square, a very special #oneAthens tradition! Get ready to show your #goldeneaglespirit on Friday, August 21, at 3:30 PM. Please note early dismissal times. If you have any questions, contact your school. #reptheA #community #goEagles 🖤💛

Mark your calendars with important dates to remember: 8/6- First Day of School - Welcome Back! 8/21 - Pep Rally on the Square - Early Dismissal 8/26 - Progress Report Day (Athens Middle School & Athens High School 6-12) View the ACS district calendar at acs-k12.org/calendar.

Celebrate your athlete or promote your business in the AHS Fall Sports Program! To learn more & purchase an ad, visit acs-k12.org/boosterclub. Deadline to order is 8/10. If you have any questions, email [email protected].

STAY CONNECTED Check out the One Athens Connects Family Newsletter and stay up-to-date on the latest happenings in our district. View the full newsletter at acs-k12.org/news. We hope you have a fantastic first day of school! 🍎

🍎 BACK TO SCHOOL Mark your calendars with important #backtoschool dates to remember. Check out the ACS Back-to-School Hub at acs-k12.org/backtoschool for supply lists, district calendar, free & reduced lunch application, and more.

🚍 If you need bus transportation for your K-8 student this fall, you must sign up during the re-enrollment or new enrollment process. The deadline to complete returning student registration (re-enrollment) is Monday, 7/20. Be ready for the first day of school. Re-enroll today!

Returning Student Registration (Re-Enrollment) for the 2026-2027 school year is happening now for all rising 1st - 12th grade students. The deadline to complete re-enrollment has been extended to Monday, 7/20. Be ready for the first day of school & complete re-enrollment today!

FREE & REDUCED LUNCH APPLICATIONS are now open for the 2026-2027 school year. All families who wish to be considered for meal benefits must submit a new application each school year. Be ready for the first day of school - apply today at acs-k12.org/freeandreduced.

ALABAMA BACK-TO-SCHOOL SALES TAX HOLIDAY View all ACS school supplies shopping lists at acs-k12.org/supplies. The Alabama Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is July 17-19, making it the perfect time to stock up on school supplies tax-free! #ACSback2school #oneAthens