Student Handbook
The student handbook is a summary of policies, laws, and regulations that affect students. All Atlanta Public Schools policies and regulations may be accessed via the Atlanta Board of Education site.
The Student Handbook is published on an annual basis. However, Georgia State laws, Georgia State Board of Education bylaws, and Atlanta Board of Education policies and administrative regulations enacted after the publication of the student handbook shall supersede the statements and references contained in the current publication. This means that the laws and rules in the handbook are subject to change or may be amended. Please check the Atlanta Public Schools website for the most current version of Georgia State laws, Georgia State Board of Education bylaws, and Atlanta Board of Education policies and administrative regulations.
Introduction
- Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act Notice (FERPA)
- Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment
- APS Nondiscrimination
- Title IX & Equal Educational Opportunities For Students
- Transgender Students
- Numbers You Need To Know
Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act Notice (FERPA)
Protection of Pupil Rights Amendment
APS Nondiscrimination
Title IX & Equal Educational Opportunities For Students
Transgender Students
Numbers You Need To Know
APS Phone Numbers and Addresses
Area Code 404 (unless noted)
Updated APS Student Calendar
We exist to Educate and Empower Atlanta Public Schools' Students to Shape the Future."
How we will get there is by "Galvanizing a Community of Believers and Getting Back to Basics."
LOCATION: 130 Trinity Avenue, S.W.
PHONE: 404-802-3500
Atlanta Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, citizenship, ethnic or national origin, age, disability, medical status, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, ancestry, or any legally protected status in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.
The 2026 - 2027 Student Handbook is available in Spanish upon request.