Here's What's Happening
Updated
Clayton County Public Schools (CCPS) is mandating the use of clear bookbags for the 2025-2026 school year. This requirement will be in effect for all grade levels, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12.
The district will not provide clear bookbags to all students. Parents/guardians are required to purchase clear bookbags for their scholars. For more information on the clear bookbag mandate, please see the attached flyer.
F.A.Q.
1. How does this apply to athletes who carry duffle bags to and from school? Are they not permitted to have duffle bags on campus?
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Student-athletes with equipment/duffle-type bags are expected to follow a process whereby the bags are turned over to the sport/activity’s coach/sponsor upon arrival at school for secured storage until the bags are needed for the activity.
2. What about lunch bags and purses? Do they have to be clear too?
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Lunch bags/boxes or purses do not have to be clear; however, these items will be subject to safety searches at any time. Purse-type backpacks are not allowed.
3. Can bookbags be clear with designs on them?
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Yes. Bookbags can be clear with designs on them. These designs should not obscure visibility into the bag.
4. Is this mandate for all grade levels or only grades 3–12?
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All Pre-K through 12th-grade students are required to have a clear bookbag.
5. Will students be allowed to use lockers during the upcoming school year?
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Locker usage will be allowed. This will be a localized decision based on school-by-school leadership and safety measures.