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Atlanta Public Schools welcomes thousands of students with annual ‘Back-to-School Bash’
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Sarah Hammond , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· August 1, 2026
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Key takeaway The event drew a large crowd, with over 8,000 students and parents in attendance.
Atlanta Public Schools is preparing for the new school year, which starts on Monday. To kick off the year, the district hosted its annual Back-to-School Bash at the Georgia World Congress Center. The event drew a large crowd, with over 8,000 students and parents in attendance.
It featured various activities, including student performances and live music. The APS nutrition department also provided food samples. Every student who attended the bash received a backpack with essential school supplies.
Further details about the event are available from Atlanta News First.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 1, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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