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City Schools of Decatur is an independent public school district that serves children and youth within the four square mile area of Decatur, Georgia. An urban town of approximately 20,000 residents, the City of Decatur is a historic city of homes, schools and places of worship with a thriving business community located 10 minutes east of downtown Atlanta. City Schools of Decatur has a total enrollment of approximately 5,700 students and operates a total of ten schools--one Early Childhood Learning Center, five K-2 lower schools, two 3-5 upper elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school.

Dyslexia Awareness Month is observed in October annually to increase understanding, foster inclusion, and advocate for i...
10/16/2026

Dyslexia Awareness Month is observed in October annually to increase understanding, foster inclusion, and advocate for individuals with dyslexia. City Schools of Decatur invited students to submit artwork showcasing empathy, inclusion, and the unique ways a neurodiverse brain sees the world. Every piece submitted was inspiring, and we are proud of all our participants for their thoughtful engagement in promoting dyslexia awareness and for sharing their artistic talents.

Student Art Submissions:
Ryan Bahraini
Novelle Hall
Henok Retta
Jenna Dbouk
Mona Sharp
Bennett Holman
Leo Branchaud

Every single piece brought something truly special to our celebration, and two submissions are our overall winners.

Student Art Winners:
Violet C. Laney
Ben Stewart

Reminder! Superintendent Dr. Whitaker will host a fall series of listening sessions around the City Schools of Decatur t...
10/15/2026

Reminder! Superintendent Dr. Whitaker will host a fall series of listening sessions around the City Schools of Decatur to listen and learn from students, staff, families, and community leaders. The listening sessions will be held virtually and in person.

Here is the remaining listening session:
🗓 Monday, October 19 - Virtual at 11:30 a.m. Visit the CSD website calendar to access the link.

It’s Opening Night!
10/15/2026

It’s Opening Night!

CSD recognizes LGBTQ+ History Month, which raises awareness about the history of the gay rights movement and celebrates ...
10/15/2026

CSD recognizes LGBTQ+ History Month, which raises awareness about the history of the gay rights movement and celebrates the accomplishments of le***an, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer+ individuals.

High five to five principals who were awarded the Game-Changer Spotlight Recognition by the National Council for Excepti...
10/14/2026

High five to five principals who were awarded the Game-Changer Spotlight Recognition by the National Council for Exceptional Children (CEC), for their intentional leadership in embedding inclusive practices in school communities. CEC is the largest international professional organization dedicated to improving the success of children and youth with disabilities and/or gifts and talents.

Recognized principals:
Jennifer Triplett, Oakhurst, Christine Knox, Westchester, Billy Heaton, Talley Street, Alexis Glenn, BHMS, Dr. Duane Sprull, DHS

One band. One sound. First Place. The DHS Band recently took 1st place overall in Class AA at the Georgia MBC Competitio...
10/14/2026

One band. One sound. First Place. The DHS Band recently took 1st place overall in Class AA at the Georgia MBC Competition at Mill Creek. Their performance "Snapshot" swept every single Class AA category. They also took 6th place overall out of 13 bands, with a score of 85.7!

Support the DHS Band this weekend, 10/17, at Kell High School and next month, 11/7, at Milton High School.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month! Let's come together to raise awareness and create a kinder world for ever...
10/14/2026

October is National Bullying Prevention Month! Let's come together to raise awareness and create a kinder world for everyone.

🧡 Stand up
🧡 Speak out
🧡 Support those affected

Congratulations to Anishka Rayshan, a fourth-grader at Talley Street, whose original artwork was selected for the FY2026...
10/13/2026

Congratulations to Anishka Rayshan, a fourth-grader at Talley Street, whose original artwork was selected for the FY2026-2027 Budget Book cover. The Budget Book details the district's history, past and projected fiscal priorities and expenditures, and organizational structure. After reviewing many beautiful pieces of art from students across the district, the colors, creativity, and spirit of Anishka's piece stood out as the right image to make the Budget Book engaging and to remind viewers of the heart behind the numbers.

A round of applause for the CSD's special education team for winning the prestigious Educator Team Everyday Champion Awa...
10/13/2026

A round of applause for the CSD's special education team for winning the prestigious Educator Team Everyday Champion Award and a $5,000 scholarship prize from the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD), in recognition of CSD's exceptional commitment to supporting students with learning disabilities and ADHD.

The Everyday Champion Award recognizes educators who consistently celebrate inclusivity and neurodiversity, personalize learning for their students, and build strong, trusting relationships with students and families to support academic and lifelong success.

CSD's Special Education team, part of the Student Services and Support division, has spent the past few years intentionally building up its special education teacher support system and creating new opportunities within schools to celebrate and support students with learning disabilities. Thank you to the special education team for making sure all means all in CSD!

CSD Special Education Team:
Michelle Lowe (Director of Special Education), Aliya Rashid Austin, Jane Brawley, Denise Burfield, Tiffany Canty, Cheryl Grant, Katria Reid, Jennifer Swint and Renee Washington.

CSD Wear It Pink Day is this Friday, October 16! CSD students and staff are invited to show their support this Friday, O...
10/13/2026

CSD Wear It Pink Day is this Friday, October 16!

CSD students and staff are invited to show their support this Friday, October 16, by wearing pink for Wear It Pink Day in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

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125 Electric Avenue
Decatur, GA
30030

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Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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