Back to School Bash

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1. Event Overview

Join us for the annual Back to School Bash, a family-friendly event designed to kick off the new school year with excitement, resources, and community support! This year's event will feature a range of activities for students and families, community exhibitors, and opportunities to connect with school leaders and local partners.

Date: Saturday, August 1
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Georgia World Congress Center - Hall C1

2. Registration Information

Registration is required for all participating students and families.

Registration Opens: Monday, June 22, 2026
Registration Deadline: Friday, July 24, 2026

Atlanta Public Schools families must register to help us prepare for a fun and successful event. The Bash will provide students and families with access to school supplies, community resources, health and wellness services, student support information, and opportunities to connect with APS schools and departments before the start of the new school year.

To complete registration, families will need their student's APS ID number. Pre-registration will remain open through Friday, July 24, 2026. Onsite registration will be available from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. on the day of the event.

Find an APS ID number in Infinite Campus

The Back to School Bash is not open to the general public.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to this exciting back-to-school celebration!

Back to School BASH Registration

3. Student Eligibility

Participation in the Back to School Bash is limited to students currently enrolled in schools of Atlanta Public Schools. Proof of enrollment will be requested during registration.

4. Transportation Details

Transportation will be provided for families who need assistance getting to the event. Shuttle buses will run from key designated school sites beginning at 8:30 a.m. and will conduct drop off and pick up.

🚌 Shuttle Locations and Schedules

5. Event Activities & Resources

The Back to School Bash will feature a wide variety of student- and family-centered activities, designed to prepare students for a successful school year:

School Supplies Giveaway
Health & Wellness Screenings
Games & Activities
Parent Resource Booths
Academic Enrichment Information

6. Volunteer Information

Looking to volunteer for this year’s Back to School Bash? If you are interested in volunteering, we would love to have your support. Complete the registration form and take part in the celebration.

Volunteer Registration

Volunteer Registration Deadline: Friday, July 24, 2026

For questions or assistance with the volunteer registration, please contact:

Email: Anbrinique.amires@atlanta.k12.ga.us
Phone: 404-802-2848

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7. Become an Exhibitor

To register, please complete the Exhibitor Registration Form. Submitting the registration form does not automatically confirm your participation. Once your application has been reviewed, you will receive a follow-up email that will include the next steps to finalize your registration.

Registration Deadline: Friday, July 17, 2026

Exhibitor Registration

8. Contact Information

For questions or assistance with registration, please contact:

Email: Anbrinique.amires@atlanta.k12.ga.us
Phone: 404-802-2848

We look forward to seeing you at the Back to School Bash!