News & Events
Stories of K-12 public schools in Metro Atlanta that shape the future.
Catch up on what’s new—from data breakthroughs to grassroots wins. Our News & Events page highlights the people, partnerships, and policies helping to reimagine what’s possible for Metro Atlanta’s public schools. It also offers practical ways for you to get involved in your local community’s efforts to improve access to high-quality schools and expand opportunities to every student.
Featured Story
Data-Informed Solutions for Stronger Schools – February 18, 2026
We’re hosting a Community Dialogue focused on understanding CCPS academic data, elevating school-level innovations, and strengthening collaboration across the community.
All Stories
RedefinED Atlanta Awards $150K, Powered by Community Voices
RedefinED Atlanta is proud to announce the three organizations that will receive the A.R.I.S.E. Parent Power grant for 2025-26.
RedefinED Atlanta Invests $100K in Community Engagement
- Tags: Clayton County, Grantmaking
RedefinED Atlanta is proud to announce the four newest organizations that will receive the Clayton Communities in Action Grant for 2025-26.
From House Meetings to Impact
- Tags: A.R.I.S.E., Clayton County
What happens when people from all walks of life come together to learn about their community, from their community? To support and build a better public education system together? To advocate for organizations that have long supported the community?
A.R.I.S.E. Fellows Bring Back Bold Ideas for Atlanta’s Schools
- Tags: A.R.I.S.E.
For the last three years, RedefinED Atlanta has led the Atlanta Reimagining & Innovating for Schools Everywhere (A.R.I.S.E.) fellowship. Spanning nine months, the fellowship brings together Metro Atlanta community leaders across all sectors and professions.
Here’s What Happens When Schools Get the Support They Need
- Tags: Grantmaking, Schools
RedefinED Atlanta has been investing in public schools across Metro Atlanta since 2017. To date, our total investment exceeds $11.5 million, with the majority of funding going to organizations led by people of color.
Clayton County approves new charter school for students with special needs
- Tags: Clayton County
CLAYTON COUNTY, GA — The Clayton County School Board has approved a new Tapestry Public Charter School aimed at serving students with special needs.
Tapesty Expands to Clayton County
- Tags: Clayton County
We applaud the Clayton County Board of Education for approving the expansion of Tapestry Public Charter School. The Board has clearly listened to the needs of its community and placed student success first in making this decision.
Special needs charter school approved in ‘resource desert’ Clayton County
- Tags: Clayton County
The Clayton County school board approved a proposal on Monday to establish a charter school in the district focused on students with special needs, a decision several parents say will […]
Have you heard the (good) news about Atlanta Public Schools?
- Tags: Atlanta Public Schools, Data
As we continue to support educators in meeting this moment, we believe it is possible — and imperative — to recognize the very real gains happening across APS.
Academy for Innovation in Medicine Leads with Career-Connected Learning
- Tags: Schools
AIM represents more than just a new school—it’s a new vision for how education and workforce development can intersect to drive real change. It’s a model that RedefinED Atlanta is proud to support, reflecting our belief that every student in every community deserves access to high-quality, career-connected learning opportunities.