News Summary
As summer wraps up, families in the Atlanta metro area are getting ready for the school year. Several school districts, including Atlanta Public Schools, will start classes soon, with varying dates across the region. Parents are urged to confirm details with their local school districts to ensure a smooth transition back to school.
Atlanta – As summer comes to a close, families across the metro Atlanta area and north Georgia are preparing for the return to school. For 2025, various school districts in the region will have different start dates, with some schools opening their doors as early as July 31, 2025. The largest district, Atlanta Public Schools (APS), is set to commence classes on Monday, August 1, 2025.
With an enrollment of over 50,000 students, APS plays a significant role in the educational landscape of Atlanta. The academic year for APS will extend from August 1, 2025, to May 28, 2026. Key dates in the APS calendar include:
- December Break: December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026
- Winter Break: February 18-20, 2026
- Spring Break: April 6-10, 2026
In addition to APS, several other school districts in the region will begin their academic years on similar timelines:
- Buford City Schools: August 1, 2025 – May 21, 2026
- Cherokee County School District: August 1, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- City Schools of Decatur: July 31, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Clayton County School District: August 4, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Cobb County School District: August 4, 2025 – May 20, 2026
- Coweta County School System: August 1, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- DeKalb County School District: August 4, 2025 – May 28, 2026
- Fayette County Public Schools: August 4, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Forsyth County Schools: August 5, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Fulton County School District: August 4, 2025 – May 21, 2026
- Gwinnett County Public Schools: August 4, 2025 – May 20, 2026
- Henry County Schools: July 31, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Marietta City Schools: August 1, 2025 – May 22, 2026
- Newton County School District: August 4, 2025 – May 22, 2026
Parents and students should be aware that school start and end dates may vary by district. It is advisable for families to confirm details with their local school authorities, as schedules may be subject to change.
This early notification of school start dates allows families ample time to plan ahead for the upcoming academic year. The Georgia Department of Education provides additional resources and information on curriculum, state standards, and specific school districts, ensuring parents have the necessary tools to support their children’s education.
The summer season typically provides students with a much-needed break, but the countdown to the school year is on for families across the Atlanta area. Parents are encouraged to stay informed about their district’s specific start dates, holidays, and other important academic events, ensuring a smooth transition back into the classroom come August.
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Additional Resources
- Atlanta News First: Back to School Start Dates
- Wikipedia: School Calendars in the United States
- Mommy Poppins: Atlanta Area School Districts Dates
- Google Search: School Calendars Georgia
- AJC: School Start Dates in Metro Atlanta
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Education
- Rough Draft Atlanta: Atlanta Public School Calendar
- Google News: School Start Dates Atlanta
- Fox 5 Atlanta: When Does School Start in Metro Atlanta
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