School Calendars 2022-2023: Start & End Dates for Atlanta Area School Districts

Whether you're happy about it or not, school is about to start for Atlanta kiddos! Even though it feels like sweltering summer well into the Atlanta school year, there's just something exciting about buying new crayons and backpacks and figuring out the perfect first-day outfit.
Whether you live ITP, OTP, or somewhere way far out, we've tried to make your back-to-school life a little easier by letting you know the start and end dates of Atlanta area school districts. These calendar links also reference holidays, seasonal breaks, and teacher professional days to note as school closings pop up throughout the school year.
And if you're wondering about what other school options are available to you, our school guide can help.
Start and End Dates for Atlanta Schools
Atlanta Public Schools: August 1, 2022 - May 26, 2023
Buford City Schools: August 3, 2022 - May 25, 2023
Cherokee County School District: August 1, 2022 - May 25, 2023
City Schools of Decatur: August 2, 2022 - May 26, 2023
Clayton County School District: August 3, 2022 - May 24, 2023
Cobb County School District: August 1, 2022 - May 24, 2023
Coweta County School System: August 4, 2022 - May 26, 2023
DeKalb County School District: August 8, 2022 - May 24, 2023
Fayette County Public Schools: August 4, 2022 - May 26, 2023
Forsyth County Schools: August 4, 2022 - May 25, 2023
Fulton County School District: August 8, 2022 - May 25, 2023
*Gwinnett County Public Schools: August 3/4, 2022 - May 24, 2023
Henry County Schools: August 3, 2022 - May 26, 2023
Marietta City Schools: August 3, 2022 - May 26, 2023
Newton County School District: August 1, 2022 - May 24, 2023
*Two dates are listed because there are different start dates for multiple grades.
Please confirm dates with your local school district, as they are subject to change. To get more information about all of Georgia's school districts, as well as details about curriculum, state standards, and more, contact the Georgia Department of Education for assistance.