Dunwoody Schools Turn Away Students from West Africa Citing Ebola

DeKalb County Schools say that medical authorities must clear any students arriving from Ebola-stricken areas of Africa.

SAT Scores Drop in DeKalb County Schools

DeKalb County had all of its 2014 seniors take the test, which led to a decline in the average score, officials said.

DeKalb Schools: Farm to School Food Efforts Noted

The school system was recognized with the Golden Radish Award, a statewide farm to school honor.

Dunwoody Elementary Awarded Prestigious State Certification

The Georgia Department of Education has recognized the school for its implementation of STEM education.

Keyword Alerts Keep Tabs on DeKalb County Students

The new technology will monitor what students are typing into school computers.

Pink Out at Dunwoody Football Game

Fans attending Friday's Dunwoody vs. Druid Hills football game can donate to breast cancer support.

Non-Profit Seeking Nominations for Youth Leadership Award

21st Century Leaders will select 20 students who have made a positive change in their communities.

'Don't Cry, Baby': DeKalb Soldier Dad Surprises Daughters

National Guard officer surprises his daughters -- on his birthday -- with a visit at school. The girls thought he was still in Afghanistan.

8 Dekalb County Students Are Semifinalists in National Merit Scholarship Program

Which students from Decatur, Dunwoody and Tucker high schools made the list?

Public Meetings Set to Discuss Charter Schools

Parents, teachers, and school district residents are welcome at upcoming meetings to review a proposed move to charter schools.

More Teachers, Better Tech, Expanded Safety Mark New School Year

The superintendent of DeKalb County School District shares his message on positive steps in the system as classes resume.

Welcome To Boxtrolls Patch!

Excited for the new movie "Boxtrolls"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the world where the Boxtrolls live with Boxtrolls Patch!

How Do Georgia Schools Rank Against Other States?

A new study by WalletHub ranks Georgia as the state with the highest dropout rate.

Back to School: 2014-15 Calendar in DeKalb County

You already know school starts Aug. 11. So, when is the last day (and all the breaks in between)?

Georgia Sales Tax-Free Weekend 2014 Under Way

The state's sales tax holiday is great for back-to-school essentials. It runs through midnight on Saturday.

DeKalb Schools Show Gains in Year-End Tests

A few DeKalb County Schools had 100 percent proficiency in subjects, while multiple schools had double-digit increases in test scores.

Donate to DeKalb County School Supply Drive

You can drop off school supplies for DeKalb County elementary school students at area fire stations this week.

Preteen Social Skills Group

Does your 10-13 year old need a refresher in social skills? Do they need support with transition? We've got a group for that!

Expressive Therapy Group

Kids spending too much time in front of the TV or their iPad? Do you wish they would just “be a kid”? We've got a group for that!

Mom/Dad's Morning Out

Children ages 18 weeks to 4 years participate in play therapy while parents have a break

Mommy/Daddy and Me & Monday Mornings

Play therapy for children ages 18 months to 4 years and parenting group for adults

Parent Input Sought on Schools' Code of Conduct

Parents are being asked to share their input on the student code of conduct for the DeKalb County School District. The rules in the handbook apply to students from kindergarten through high school.

Maloof to Leave Dunwoody to Serve as Decatur High School Principal

Noel Maloof will be principal of Decatur High School in the fall. He is currently the principal at Dunwoody High School.

Decatur's Valarie Wilson Running for Georgia State School Superintendent

The past president of the Georgia School Boards Association and the City Schools of Decatur School Board has announced her candidacy for Georgia State School Superintendent.

Paideia Mock Trial Team Advances to State Championship

Team wins all three rounds of the recent DeKalb-Gwinnett District Championships.

Students' Scopes Monkey Trial Project Wins Invite to State History Contes

Students from DeKalb School of the Arts will compete at the State History Day contest.

Grady HS Football Investigation: Players Faked Addresses

Investigation determines that 14 football players were fraudulently enrolled at the Midtown school.

PATCH VOICES: "New Direction" for Atlanta Public Schools?

A former Atlanta Board of Education candidate has questions for the current superintendent.

Pre-K, Kindergarten Registration Around the Corner

The Fulton County School System will soon open registration for incoming pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students.

U.S. Rep. John Lewis to speak at Emory Commencement May 12

Commencement will take place on the campus Quadrangle with about 15,000 expected to be in attendance. For details on Commencement weekend, see www.emory.edu/commencement.

APS Removing Several Principals From Their Schools

Principals at Carver High School's School of Technology and Mays and Grady highs reportedly among those who will be removed.

APS Releases 2014-15 Student Transfers Application Schedule

Georgia’s Public School Choice law allows residents of the City of Atlanta to attend a public school outside of their zoned school if space is available.

DeKalb Schools Seeks Public Input on 2014-15 Budget

Two public budget hearings will be held following the presentation of the superintendent’s proposed budget for 2014-2015 and prior to the adoption of the Board’s budget in June.

APS Makes Decision on Snow Makeup Days

The last day of school for traditional APS students remains May 23, and the last day for year-round students is May 30.

Thursday: Atlanta BOE Meet-N-Greet, Grady Cluster Town Hall

CINS hosting Midtown event with opportunity to meet all nine Atlanta Board of Education members and hear Superintendent Erroll B. Davis, Jr. speak on issues of concern to the Grady Cluster.

Former HR Director Pleads Guilty in APS Cheating Case

Millicent Few, who was former Superintendent Beverly Hall’s Director of Human Resources and a member of Hall’s Executive Cabinet, now becomes the state’s most valuable witness.

DeKalb Schools Makes Statement on Friday Classes

“Closing schools tomorrow will allow us to ensure the schools are safe and ready for students on Tuesday, Feb. 18.” - Superintendent Michael Thurmond

DeKalb Schools: "Weather" IN or OUT, Keep Learning!

Inclement weather leads to a cancellation of classes Thursday, but the district encourages student to still keep learning.

School Closings Will Give APS Students a Long Break

APS wil notify year-round calendar students, parents and employees on Thursday about the status of Friday classes.

DeKalb Schools Makes Decision on Tuesday Classes

On Monday, all scheduled after-school activities will occur, but all extra-curricular activities are cancelled.