Former Gideons Elementary Principal Pleads Guilty in Cheating Scandal

A former teacher in the Atlanta Public School system also entered a plea saying she provided students assistance and answers during the CRCT.

6th APS Educator Pleads Guilty in Test-Cheating Case

More guilty pleas are expected to be entered Thursday and Friday according to Fulton County prosecutors.

2013 APS Grad Rates Up More Than 7 Percent

While no other metro Atlanta school district had as large an increase as APS, the district’s 58.6 percent graduation rate only tops Clayton County in the metro area.

Atlanta School Board Runoffs: Will You Vote?

For the Nov. 5 municipal election in which Atlanta voters cast ballots for mayor, city council president, 15 seats on the city council and nine seats on the Atlanta Public Schools Board of Education, turnout was only around 19 percent.

Garden Hills Teacher One of Ten Best in Atlanta

The Atlanta Families’ Awards for Excellence in Education picked fifth grade teacher Kelly Petrello as a winner.

'Peter Pan' Soars Over Pace Academy Stage

The Pace Academy Fine Arts Center hosted sold-out crowds for the run of the theater season.

APS Parents Reminded to Voice Opinions in Trio of Surveys

Friday Last Day of Class for Atlanta Students Until December

The Thanksgiving break has Atlanta Public Schools students out of classes for all of next week.

NAHS Principal Wants Students Ready for Workplace, World

Buckhead business leaders hear principal's vision for the school.

3 Years of Proposed APS Calendars Released for Community Input

Take the Atlanta Public Schools' survey and chime in about the proposed calendars for 2014-15, 2015-16, and 2016-17 school years.

Pace Academy Gives Men, Women in Uniform a Salute

The Lower School heard stories about military service in Iraq and provided patriotic music for the event.

Pace Academy Debaters Win Big at Michigan Tournament

None of Pace's three novice teams lost a single match.

Sarah Smith Elementary Readies for Thanksgiving Performance

The school chorus will sing at the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Tree Lighting Ceremony on Nov. 28.

Atlanta School Board - A Change is a Coming

From Atlanta’s parents to its business community, everyone agrees that it’s time for the Atlanta's School Board to move forward no matter who wins Tuesday's election.

Contractors Install Top Floor Steel Beams at Pace Academy

The Arthur M. Blank Family Upper School project is on schedule and within budget.

Buckhead Residents Give Helping Hand to Atlanta Youth Academy Auction

The independent school serves urban children whose parents do not have financial or geographical access to top notch private schools, raising more than 80 percent of the cost to educate each child.

North Atlanta High Students Must Buy Homecoming Dance Tickets Today

Today is the last day to purchase tickets for the Saturday night event at the Atlanta Marriott Buckhead Heritage Ballroom.

Today's College Grads Won't Be Able to Retire Until They're 73

Student loan debt likely will force today's college grads to work longer.

North Atlanta High PTSA Collects Donations, Hears Presentation on E-Campus Database

The meeting will include reports on PTSA projects and a state of the school update.

APS BOE Election: Who Are You Voting For?

Election Day is just four weeks away and the Atlanta Public Schools' board of education is set to have at least four new members next year.

Are Kids Getting Too Much Homework?

A recent Atlantic article explores what happens when a parent takes on his daughter’s homework for a week: it’s not pretty.

PATCH VOICES: What Do You Want in Your Next Atlanta Schools Superintendent?

To apply or to recommend a candidate, please send a confidential email and relevant supporting materials to APS@BoardWalkConsulting.com.

Is there a Culture of Bullying at your Child's School?

Do you know what to look for if your child may be the victim of bullying at school or on the internet? Do you know the signs that your child may be engaging in bullying at school or online?

APS and BOE Candidates Release Statements about NAHS Investigation Report

Raise the Roof at the Annual Pace Academy Fall Fair

APS Report Clears North Atlanta High Administrators of Race Discrimination

Post Your School News on Buckhead Patch

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Great Back to School Breakfast Ideas for Kids

Help your little one get a good start to the day with these easy-to-make, healthy morning meals.

Taylor Decides to Stay as North Atlanta High Principal

North Atlanta High Parents Left with More Questions Than Answers

Angry Parents Speak Out About 'Chaos' and 'Confusion' Surrounding Principal's Resignation

Parents wanted answers about the status of North Atlanta High's principal, Dr. Howard Taylor, who announced his resignation Friday.

Meister to Host Community Meeting Tuesday

NAHS Principal Promoted to APS Regional Executive Director

NAHS Principal Resigns to Head Gwinnett County High School

The North Atlanta High principal resigned Friday after less than a year at the Buckhead high school to take a new position in Lilburn.

North Atlanta High Principal Resigns

The resignation announcement comes a year after "Bloody Friday" when NAHS principal Mark MyGrant and other top administrators were removed from the school by APS officials.

Can Smartphones Make Smart Students? Schools Think So

No more pencils, no more books. iPads, smartphones and other technology find their way into the classroom.

Suave Washes Away the Competition (Sponsored)

Parents enlist the help of Suave for its ability to gently soothe and wash away the remnants of the game. Sponsored by Suave.

Former NAHS Principal MyGrant Revealed as Whistle-blower in Cheating Case

NAPPS to Hold First APS BOE Candidate Forum Wednesday

APS Board Members Give Updates on Superintendent Search