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Today We Honor Heroes: Veterans, Military Service Men and Women (and Uncle Ralph)

November 11, 2015

As superintendent, I often tell people that I have the best job in the world … and I do. Working with other dedicated professionals, many of whom are military veterans, who are passionate about preparing our students for college or the workforce, is such a fulfilling experience for me. That is why I feel it…

Happy Veterans Day

November 11, 2014

Today, as a nation, we say a collective thank you to the 21.4 million veterans who have served and protected our country during times of war and peace.  President Dwight D. Eisenhower proclaimed November 11th as Veterans Day in 1954 to “…preserve our heritage of freedom.”  Atlanta Public Schools is proud to have many of…