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Most people say 13 But that’s not correct If you solve this, your brain is sharp 🔥

@CrazyVibes_1 Awesome work! Keep it up young man. Your gifts will make room for you.

My son hasn't spoken at school in four months. Complete selective mutism since the kids started calling him "the weird craft boy" who makes things instead of playing sports at recess. He's eleven and autistic, and art class used to be the only place he felt safe until his teacher told him his projects were "too babyish for middle school." He stopped making anything, stopped talking about his ideas, just came home every day and disappeared into his room with the door closed. Last week he was watching me work on snowman decorations for my online shop, these whimsical couples I make and sell for people's holiday mantels. Didn't say anything, just sat on the couch observing while I hot-glued fabric scarves and painted faces. Then two days ago I came home from work and found him in the garage surrounded by foam balls and fabric scraps he'd pulled from my supply bins, hands covered in paint, completely absorbed in creating these two figures. He'd been working for six hours straight without stopping, something he hasn't done since his teacher destroyed his confidence. He made himself and his little sister. The boy snowman has the same serious expression my son gets when he's concentrating, the same careful attention to detail in every button and hat decoration. The girl snowman is wearing pink because that's all his sister will wear lately, has flowers on her scarf because she picks dandelions for him every day after school. This is his first complete project since September, the first thing he's made that wasn't for a grade or an assignment, just pure creation because he wanted to express something he couldn't say with words. When he finished he asked if people would think they were stupid, if kids at school would make fun of them like they make fun of everything else he makes. I told him they were incredible and he needed to see that I wasn't just saying it because I'm his mom. He finally agreed to let me post this after two days of me begging, but he's been refreshing my phone every ten minutes checking for comments, needing to know if anyone besides me thinks he's talented. I buy a lot of my supplies from other crafters online, and I keep showing him their work trying to prove that handmade art matters, that people value things made with this much heart and skill. So what do you think? He's reading over my shoulder right now, hands still shaking slightly, waiting to see if anyone else sees what I see. Credit - Katie Thomson

It was a popping day at Cleveland Avenue ES because of @ButlerStreetCME ! Thank you all again for the 🍿popcorn donation. You all brought a lot of smiles to our staff today. Your partnership is always appreciated. @APSClevelandES

Congratulations to our Teacher & Support Staff of the Month, Ms. Emanuel and Ms. Pace!

@DrBradJohnson Well said! A message for all leaders.

Leave them better than you found them.

@dkop016 @WCCentre2014 I agree however it’s easier to say when you are not the recipient being affected. They allowed her to celebrate, stand on the podium and then waited until she walked away to recall it. I agree people make mistakes but mistakes also come with consequences.

@WCCentre2014 So are we not supposed to own up to mistakes we make? The judges made a deduction they felt was necessary for 1 Romanian gymnast and made an error on entering Chiles score. They owned up to that mistake and awarded the medals accordingly.

1/7 Let’s talk. In a sport that has so many subjective elements that can drastically vary a score it’s important to remember and generally respect the adjudication the day of the event. Many points can be raised as to what could have or should have been done.

@Visual_Guide_ Amen

amen

Dr. Danielle S. Battle is the new Interim Superintendent for Atlanta Public Schools! With 19 years of experience at APS, her return is a cause for celebration. Her fierce leadership & compassionate nature will shape an inclusive & collaborative culture for the APS community.

@KSUOwlsBaseball @makenzie_Stills Way to go Mackenzie!!!! ⚾️🦉

Take another look at Makenzie Stills’ incredible snag from last night! #BeDifferent | #TheSaw ⚾️ 🦉

I just entered the code word to win $500! ul.ink/Z8KM-AFGAPW_t

A caring culture of equity, trust, & collaboration, simply wouldn't be possible without our @apsupdate educators! From the bottom of my heart, I want to express my sincerest appreciation for our APS teachers! Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek! View more: youtu.be/NcNAn8Hfo1o

@EWErickson You can’t blame an entire cities crime rate on one person.That would be like blaming your personal comments for why people are criticizing our Mayor.She is a great Mayor and she will continue to lead in other areas. Real leaders press forward while they reach back to help others.

Just wrapped up a great Sunday at @apsDouglassHigh! Celebrating our Royal Court “Reverse Parade”Drive thru Coronation!! 👑🎩@DrLisaHerring @dan_a_sims @AporteeTportee @ArettaBaldon @APS_HighSchools @apsupdate #astropride #aps #SocialDistancing #royalcourt

Governor Kemp’s comments today are very unfortunate and do not reflect the planning, advocacy, & commitment @apsupdate has to protect its students & staff. Because of our work, APS will host vaccination events March 24, 26 & 27. Here’s my full statement: bit.ly/3rvP0fg

The Neighborhood School Choice application window is now open through March 26! Apply online today at Atlanta.k12.ga.us/transfers @KLovettDSE @StuServicesAPS @J_JEXCELLENCE16

A special message to APS families! Parents have until Monday, March 8, to update their Intent to Return Declaration form. If the form is not completed by March 8, the student will remain in their current instructional learning model.

¿Tienes un hijo que tendrá 5 años antes del 1 de septiembre de 2021?Si es así, únase a nosotros para nuestro resumen de jardín de infantes APS del 15 al 17 de marzo de 2021.¿Tienes más preguntas? Haga clic en el siguiente enlace. atlantapublicschools.us/Kindergarten

Do you have a child who will be 5 years old before September 1, 2021? If so, join us for our APS Kindergarten Round-Up March 15-17, 2021.