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CCPS Class of 2025 Graduation Recap
CCPS Encourages Summer Reading with Amira
The Elementary (K–5) English Language Arts Department of Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) is proud to announce that Amira, the district’s one-to-one online reading tutor, will continue to be available for all students through July 15, 2025.
Top CCPS Scholars and Staff Recognized During Salute to Excellence Banquet
Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) hosted its second annual “Honoring Excellence: A Celebration of our Top Scholars” banquet at the Riverdale Town Center.
CCPS Turns GMAS Prep Into an Unforgettable Experience!
On Saturday, April 19, Clayton County Public Schools hosted its first-ever GMAS Family Field Day—a one-of-a-kind event that combined outdoor fun with hands-on academic practice.
2025-2026 School Year Kindergarten Registration Is Open!
It's that time of year again – Kindergarten registration
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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Clayton County Public Schools proudly celebrates the outstanding accomplishments of the Class of 2025, which includes 3,634 graduates across 13 high schools—including the first graduating class from Utopian Academy of the Arts.
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Clayton County Public Schools will host a Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony formally dedicating the Rosenwald School Rejuvenation Project.
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CCPS is proud to share that Ms. Sabrina Hill, Clayton County Board of Education Representative for District 7, in partnership with the Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America (NACA), will host a Free Homebuyer Workshop on Saturday, July 19, 2025.
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The Elementary (K–5) English Language Arts Department of Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) is proud to announce that Amira, the district’s one-to-one online reading tutor, will continue to be available for all students through July 15, 2025.
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Clayton County Public Schools is proud to introduce Keys to Clayton: Connecting Employees and Building Community, a new strategic partnership with Clayton State University that offers affordable on-campus housing for CCPS employees.
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Clayton County Public Schools proudly celebrated Dr. Douglas Hendrix Sr., Senior Deputy Superintendent and Chief of Staff, as the recipient of the 2025 President’s Volunteer Service Lifetime Achievement Award.
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Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) is excited to announce the return of Summer Market Wednesdays, a free, customer-friendly grocery and resource experience open to all CCPS students, families, staff, and community stakeholders.
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On Monday, June 2, Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) Superintendent/CEO Dr. Anthony W. Smith joined the Clayton County Board of Education (CCBOE) in honoring students, teachers, community stakeholders, and administrators for a series of accomplishments as well as in recognition of special events!
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During a Regular Board Meeting of the Clayton County Board of Education on Monday, June 2, 2025, Superintendent/CEO of Schools Dr. Anthony W. Smith recommended and received approval for the appointments of school leaders listed below to aid the district in achieving the goal of Building a Better Tomorrow, Today!
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Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) is pleased to share that the Clayton County Board of Education (CCBOE) District Four Representative, Ms. Victoria Williams, will join with Mr. Hector Gutierrez, Forest Park City Council member, in hosting Hello Summer!
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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.
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