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Established with a district-wide theme of Building a Better Tomorrow, Today, CCPS is providing boundless opportunities for its students to be prepared to live and succeed in a global economy!
A Soaring Partnership!
Clayton County Public Schools is thrilled to receive a generous contribution from Delta Air Lines and The Delta Air Lines Foundation to support our school system!
Middle School Scholars Compete in CCPS Georgia Studies Quiz Bowl
CCPS proudly hosted its annual Georgia Studies Quiz Bowl this past Saturday, March 22, 2025, bringing together middle school students eager to showcase their knowledge of Georgia’s rich history.
GMAS Test Prep Resources
CCPS is committed to helping students succeed on the Georgia Milestones Assessment System (GMAS). Parents and guardians play a key role in helping us prepare our children for these important tests.
2025-2026 School Year Kindergarten Registration Is Open!
It's that time of year again – Kindergarten registration
Board Member, Dr. Goree, Hosts 4th Annual Girls Conference
Themed “Strive to Thrive in 2025,” the event featured inspiring student performances, a powerful keynote by Ms. Brandi Harvey, and interactive breakout sessions on leadership, self-empowerment, and personal growth.
2025 CCPS Summer Learning
Clayton County Public Schools is pleased to announce the launch of the Summer Learning Academy (SLA) Program.
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CALENDAR + EVENTS
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Lake Spivey Recreation Center Lawn
Clayton County Library System – Northwest Branch
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LATEST NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
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This community event will focus on health, education, employment, housing, and mental health.
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On Saturday, April 19, 2025, Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) hosted its second annual “Honoring Excellence: A Celebration of our Top Scholars” banquet at the Riverdale Town Center (Riverdale, Georgia).
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The CCPS Fine Arts Department is pleased to present the CCPS 2025 All-County Musical.
![FOX 5’s High 5 for Teachers Finalist- Vote for Mr. Lynel Goodwin!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745422956/claytonk12gaus/y0bfqbmpr3m07xqaxbtn/FOX5sHigh5forTeachersFinalist-VoteforMrLynelGoodwin1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745422956/claytonk12gaus/y0bfqbmpr3m07xqaxbtn/FOX5sHigh5forTeachersFinalist-VoteforMrLynelGoodwin1.png","width":367}])
Mr. Lynel Goodwin, Director of Bands at Jonesboro High School, has been named one of five finalists in FOX 5 Atlanta’s prestigious High 5 for Teachers contest!
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Clayton County Public Schools is thrilled to celebrate 2025 Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5 - 9, 2025) with our incredible educators and staff!
![Clayton County Public Schools Department of Exceptional Students Annual Parent Satisfaction Survey]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727377462/claytonk12gaus/rwzsrzvea6pos9wugkdu/surveyfeedback.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727377462/claytonk12gaus/rwzsrzvea6pos9wugkdu/surveyfeedback.png","width":367}])
Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) highly values the input of our parents and guardians. Please assist us by participating in the Georgia Department of Education‘s (GaDOE) Annual Parent Satisfac
![CCPS Excitedly Promotes Early Reading During the Holiday Season - Using Free Tool - Scholastic BookFlix]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736176395/claytonk12gaus/hs94vol2zu8fv1utjgg2/CCPSExcitedlyPromotesEarlyReadingDuringtheHolidaySeason-UsingFreeTool-ScholasticBookFlix.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736176395/claytonk12gaus/hs94vol2zu8fv1utjgg2/CCPSExcitedlyPromotesEarlyReadingDuringtheHolidaySeason-UsingFreeTool-ScholasticBookFlix.png","width":367}])
Clayton County Public Schools is excited to launch Let’s Talk Literacy—a new initiative focused on boosting reading success across our district.
![GMAS Countdown! CCPS Shares GMAS Webinar Recording & Practice Resources]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745268528/claytonk12gaus/qj7wl88fbn8rwgzreuc2/GMASCountdownCCPSSharesGMASWebinarRecordingPracticeResources.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745268528/claytonk12gaus/qj7wl88fbn8rwgzreuc2/GMASCountdownCCPSSharesGMASWebinarRecordingPracticeResources.png","width":367}])
Testing season is approaching, and Clayton County Public Schools is here to support families every step of the way!
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Clayton County Public Schools is proud to celebrate a major milestone for the family of one of our own!
![You're Invited: Parents vs. Students Game Night at Mt. Zion HS | April 24, 2025 @ 5:00 PM]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745245621/claytonk12gaus/awz7vncrqqrgtuez1mhn/YoureInvitedParentsvsStudentsGameNightatMtZionHSApril242025500PM.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745245621/claytonk12gaus/awz7vncrqqrgtuez1mhn/YoureInvitedParentsvsStudentsGameNightatMtZionHSApril242025500PM.png","width":367}])
You’re invited to an exciting evening of fun, learning, and friendly competition at our Parents vs. Students GMAS Game Night!
our district by the numbers
Fast Facts
>50K
students
23%
SPEAKERS OF A 2ND LANGUAGE
68
SCHOOLS
6th
largest district in georgia
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In the spotlight
CCPS Channel 24 is an educational access channel operated by the Clayton County Public School District. Channel 24 is available for Comcast subscribers in Clayton County and can also be viewed online.
We are excited to announce the launch of the reimagined Blueprint Tribune newsletter, a refreshed and dynamic platform dedicated to celebrating our students’ and overall school district's achievements, initiatives, and stories.
See leadership quotes from a variety of CCPS Builders!
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Learn more about what it means to be a Clayton County Public Schools Portrait of a Graduate!
ABOUT US
Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) is fully accredited through Cognia. The district offers a focused world-class program based on a challenging curriculum that is taught from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.