FCS Home Page News
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FCS Community Update for January 22, 2021
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep our families informed of the important issues that impact our district.
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News to Know for the Week of January 19, 2021
Each week, the FCS Communications Department gathers news and events for distribution to our local news media outlets. Find out what's happening this week!
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FCS Community Update for January 13, 2021
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep our families informed of the important issues that impact our district.
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SPLOST Funds Pay Off Last General Obligation Bond
“As of Jan 1, FCS has paid off a $135.2 million bond secured in 1998. This is our final outstanding general obligation bond backed by the FCS prope...
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News to Know for the Week of December 14, 2020
Each week, the FCS Communications Department gathers news and events for distribution to our local news media outlets. Find out what's happening this week!
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Winter Break Announcement
There are several significant announcements that affect how our school system transitions to Winter Break and then returns for second semester.
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FCS Community Update for December 11, 2020
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep our families informed of the important issues that impact our district.
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FCS Community Update for December 2, 2020
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep families informed of the important issues that impact our district.
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FCS Community Update for November 20, 2020
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep our families informed of the important issues that impact our district.
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News to Know for the Week of November 16, 2020
Each week, the FCS Communications Department gathers news and events for distribution to our local news media outlets. Find out what's happening this week!
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FCS Community Update for November 11, 2020
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep families informed of the important issues that impact our district.
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FCS dropout rate nearly cut in half, graduation remains high
FCS has lowered its dropout rates – as much as 44% over the past three years – by putting measures in place that help keep students on track toward graduation.
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Meet the Zone Superintendents: Angela Parham
FCS has appointed seven Zone Superintendents for the 2020-21 school year. We have asked each of them to answer six questions so you can get to know them.
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Celebration Conference Recognizes Our FCS Rising Stars
Over 300 FCS employees were nominated by their peers for their exceptional contribution to Teaching and Learning during this unprecedented time of COVID-19. Watch the celebration video!
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News to Know for Week of November 2 , 2020
Each week, the FCS Communications Department gathers news and events for distribution to our local news media outlets. Find out what's happening this week!
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FCS Community Update for October 22, 2020
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep families informed of the important issues that impact our district..
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Meet the Zone Superintendents: Dr. Tamara Candis
FCS has appointed seven Zone Superintendents for the 2020-21 school year. We have asked each of them to answer six questions so you can get to know them.
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News to Know for Week of October 19 , 2020
Each week, the FCS Communications Department gathers news and events for distribution to our local news media outlets. Find out what's happening this week!
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Three Generations Serve Fulton County Schools as Bus Drivers
When it was time for Brooke Kirby to focus on a career, she did not hesitate. She knew she wanted to become a Fulton County Schools (FCS) bus drive...
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FCS Community Update for October 15, 2020
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep families informed of the important issues that impact our district..
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Applications Accepted for New STEM High Schools
The application window for Fulton County Schools’ two new STEM magnet high schools – Global Impact Academy and Innovation Academy – is now open.
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FCS Sets New District Record in Student ACT Performance
The 2020 ACT test scores are in, and Fulton County Schools’ (FCS) students continue to outpace their peers in Georgia and across the country. The d...
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F2F and Remote Learning Election Summary by School
FCS has released a report showing the percentage of students who have opted to remain in Remote Learning ahead of the Oct 14 reopening of all schools for full-time, face-to-face instruction.
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News to Know for the Week of October 5, 2020
Each week, the FCS Communications Department gathers news and events for distribution to our local news media outlets. Find out what's happening this week!
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State Bridge Crossing ES Named Blue Ribbon School of Excellence
State Bridge Crossing Elementary School has just been named a National Blue Ribbon School along with just eight other Georgia schools. The national...
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Meet the Zone Superintendents: Tim Corrigan, Zone 6
FCS has appointed seven Zone Superintendents for the 2020-21 school year. We have asked each of them to answer six questions so you can get to know them.
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FCS Community Update for September 18, 2020
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep families informed of the important issues that impact our district.
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News to Know for the Week of September 21, 2020
Each week, the FCS Communications Department gathers news and events for distribution to our local news media outlets. Find out what's happening this week!
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Educational Specifications 2020 Update Summary
FCS Board Policy FD requires that the school system review its Educational Specifications every five years to be sure its buildings are still appro...
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FCS Students Shine with 2020 SAT Scores
According to results released this week by The College Board, FCS students outperformed their peers as part of the 2020 SAT cohort by 35 and 48 poi...
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News to Know for the Week of September 8, 2020
Each week, the FCS Communications Department gathers news and events for distribution to our local news media outlets. Find out what's happening this week!
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FCS Community Update for September 9, 2020
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep families informed of the important issues that impact our district.
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Meet the Zone Superintendents: Dr. Charisse Campbell, Zone 1
FCS has appointed seven Zone Superintendents for the 2020-21 school year. We have asked each of them to answer six questions so you can get to know them.
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Bus Drivers Plan for New Challenges Preparing for School
When FCS bus drivers and transportation assistants return to work this year, they will be prepared for an extensive list of guidelines to keep them...
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News to Know for the Week of August 24, 2020
Each week, the FCS Communications Department gathers news and events for distribution to our local news media outlets. Find out what's happening this week!
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FCS Community Update for August 21, 2020
Fulton County Schools provides regular board meeting reports and news updates to our community to help keep our families informed of the important issues that impact our district.
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Universal Remote Learning Support & Resources for Parents
Fulton County Schools is providing learning resources and technical support for parents and students. Find answers to common questions about Universal Remote Learning.
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FCS FoodStop Student Meal Locations Now Open
Student Meals will be distributed at 22 FoodStop sites beginning Aug. 14. Please use QR codes to purchase meals and use also for free/reduced meals. Distribution sites will be contactless. See a listing of sites...
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COVID-19 Coronavirus Updates From The District
In an effort to inform our community, Fulton Schools has issued a stream of content during this unprecedented time. Review all our messages here.
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List of Community Resources for Those in Need
Many have asked how they can help our students, staff & families. Here are some Parent and Community Resources to connect those in need with those who can help and support.
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Coach Hankerson, Westlake Lady Lions, Make Fulton History
When the Westlake High School Lady Lions scored 72-53 over undefeated Collins Hills High School to win their third straight state girls basketball ...
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Music Therapy in Fulton Schools is Changing Lives
They say music is a universal language – besides enjoyment and entertainment, it is used in therapeutic settings to aid healing and manage disabili...
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Essence Magazine Features Banneker HS in Tribute
When Essence magazine put out a call for readers to celebrate its 50th anniversary, Banneker High School Media & Technology Instructor Tina Criss, ...
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North Springs Dance Students Collaborate During Shutdown
Dance students at North Springs Charter High School took the shock and disappointment of the school shutdown especially hard. Not only was their sp...
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FCS Announces School/Admin Professionals of the Year
We are pleased to announce the winners of the School/Admin Professionals of the Year: Renisha Smith, Mountain Park ES and Daffany Reed, Talent...
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Kelsey Drews Named 2020-2021 FCS Teacher of the Year
Kelsey Drews, 2nd-grade teacher and grade level chair at Heritage Elementary School, has been named 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year for Fulton County...
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2020 Fulton High School Graduation Dates
FCS high school "virtual" graduation dates for 2020 have been updated and are now available online. For more details, please contact your school directly.
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Remote Learning to Provide Continuity During Closures
Schools are closed but students will continue instruction from home through "Remote Learning," the district's strategy for learning continuity. Thi...
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FCS Grads Drafted to NFL in First Ever Virtual Draft
In the first ever NFL virtual draft, two former FCS high school students - Westlake's A. J. Terrell and Roswell's Xavier McKinney - were selected i...
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Westlake & Chattahoochee State Basketball Champs
Due to school closures, we were unable to properly celebrate our FCS basketball state champs. Please join us now as we say "Congrats!" to t...
Announcements
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Full-time Online School Application Now Open
The application process for the Fulton Full-time Online School opened Monday, January 25 at 12:01 a.m. and will close February 5 at midnight. Students and families in rising grades 3-11 may access the application for the school at the following link:
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Hardship Transfer Deadline: March 1, 2021
Hardship Transfer applications are available beginning Jan. 1 for parents who wish to apply for a 2021-22 hardship transfer or to renew a current hardship to another Fulton elementary, middle or high school. Parents will use an online form to enter and submit their information. Get more info and access the application here.
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K-2 ELA Textbook Adoption Review
FCS will review resources for textbook adoption for ELA in Grades K-2. The process began with a review of textbooks currently being used in the metro area and other large districts. For more info, click here.
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K-8 community forums set for Dec/Jan
Fulton County Schools is hosting online community forums – December 7, January 11 and January 25 – to share a proposal for creating two kindergarten through eighth grade (K-8) campuses and to collect input. -
COVID-19 Updates from the District
In an effort to inform our community during the coronavirus pandemic, Fulton County Schools has issued a stream of content during this unprecedented time. Find the latest news and message archive here.
FCS-TV: YouTube
FCS-TV offers original programs and video features highlighting the great things that are happening in Fulton County Schools.
Residents of Fulton County can find us on Comcast Ch. 24, Google Fiber TV Ch. 145, and AT&T Ch. 99.
Upcoming Events
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February 9, 2021
12:30 PM - 7:30 PM FCS Board Work Session
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February 12, 2021
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February 15, 2021
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February 18, 2021
4:30 PM - 8:30 PM FCS Board Meeting
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March 9, 2021
12:30 PM - 7:30 PM FCS Board Work Session
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March 12, 2021