Marion schools welcoming 46,697 students, 120 new teachers, one new high school on first day of classes

ACS welcomes new teachers

The Athens City School Board recognized the district’s new teachers for the 2026–2027 school year during the school board meeting on Monday, Aug. 10. We are excited to welcome these new members to the Athens City Schools family!

New Hampton County High School opens Monday, marking historic first day

The more than $80 million campus offers advanced courses, modern technology and over 15 career and technical education programs

Marion schools welcoming 46,697 students, 120 new teachers, one new high school on first day of classes

Marion County Public Schools are preparing to welcome a projected 46,697 students across 54 traditional schools and five charter schools on the first day of classes Monday, with 120 new teachers, 15 new principals, and a new high school celebrating its grand opening. Read more: Marion schools welcoming 46,697 students, 120 new teachers, one new high school on first day of classes