City Schools of Decatur

Board of Education Regular Meeting
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
Wilson Center Board Room
125 Electric Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030

Pre-work Session: 1:30 p.m. – 2:05 p.m.
Work Session: 2:15 p.m. – 3:35 p.m.
Board Meeting: 3:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Public Comment: 6:30 p.m.

Meeting topics will include Arts and Athletics, College and Career Readiness, New Early Childhood Learning Center and DHS Expansion, FY27 Budget Approval, contract approvals, resolutions and referendums, and policy discussion.

Join the Board Meeting via Zoom
https://csdecatur.zoom.us/j/95614159391

UPDATED: Second-semester report cards are now available in the Parent Portal. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the school administration. For instructions on accessing grades in the Parent Portal, please refer to the Grading and Reporting Handbook.

Grading and Reporting Handbook: https://linktr.ee/cityschoolsofdecatur

*CSD acknowledges the issue regarding access to Grades 6-8. We will share an update as soon as it is resolved.

Coming in June: Update Payment Information in Infinite Campus

Infinite Campus will switch the payment processor for all online payment functions in the Campus Portal from Payrix to Stripe. The new system will provide a more secure, easy-to-use payment system, including tap-and-pay options at school events. CSD will make this transition for the district during June.

Important Notes:
➡ The online payment system will be unavailable June 8-19, 2026. If you need to make a payment during this time, please visit your student's school to pay via cash or check.

➡ Banking and card information must be set up again in the new Stripe portal after June 19. Stored payment methods and recurring payments will not be transferred between vendors.

➡ There are no changes to our fee structures. Processing fees remain at 2.5% for credit cards and $0.35 for e-checks.

➡ Please log in to Infinite Campus and click "Fees" to check for any balances. Any balance on the accounts will carry over.

Free Student Tickets! ⚽️ Celebrate the last day of school at Decatur FC's Opening Night!

🖤💛 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO — Opening Night | Student Appreciation Night

⏰ Gates open at 6 PM, kickoff at 7 PM
🍻 Tailgate in Decatur Square starts at 5 PM
🎟️ Youth tickets are FREE — however this year they must be reserved at DecaturFC.com just like an adult ticket
🚌 MARTA-friendly | Free parking in upper lot off W. Howard
🌮 Las Tres Salsa · Ford’s BBQ · La Calavera · King of Pops
💳 Cashless stadium | No outside food or coolers

Wear your colors: Black. Gold. White. 🖤💛
See you there! ⚽

The City Schools of Decatur Board of Education will hold a special-called board meeting on Thursday, May 28, at 4 p.m., for the purpose of an executive session to discuss a personnel matter. The meeting will be held at the Wilson Center, located at 125 Electric Avenue, Decatur, GA 30030.

Zoom meeting link: https://csdecatur.zoom.us/j/95614159391

Next stop, high school! Beacon Hill Middle School honored the Class of 2030 yesterday at their 8th Grade Capstone Ceremony, with over 450 students represented. The BHMS Steelband delivered a spirited performance of "The Hammer," and BHMS Principal Alexis Glenn and 8th-grade assistant principal Ron Johnson commended students for their hard work and encouraged them to rest over the summer, and to "keep going" and strive for excellence. Former BHMS principal Derrick Thomas and their future DHS principal, Dr. Duane Sprull, also joined in the celebration. A special thanks to the hosts from the Principal's Advisory Committee, Madison Deeb, Chrispphe Owusu, Micheal Phillipsborn, Lydia Robilliard, and Stella Rucker.

Want tips on how to "work the room"? Just ask Talley Street's rising fifth-graders, who were among the top finalists to participate in the Talley Street 2026 Amazing Shake competition. Students wowed the adult judges with their show of soft skills, including handshakes, eye contact, conversations and poise, as they interviewed to serve as the next group of House Leaders. The judges included a range of local elected officials, CSD leaders and community members, including Decatur Mayor Tony Powers, members of the CSD Board of Education, Superintendent Dr. Gyimah Whitaker, executive cabinet members, and a variety of community partners. Students enjoyed the opportunity and left well-equipped to lead and present themselves exceptionally well for future opportunities.

Kudos to the 2026 Talley Street House Leaders: Lu Starrchan (Altruismo), Kate Schoeman (Amistad), Austin Sims (Isibindi), Hailey Richardson (Nukumori), Ian Ramon (Onraka), Evie Kelly (Rêveur), and Talley Street's Heads of House staff, Jillian Farley, Alicia Reno, Jessica Young, Lindsey Combs, Ashley Forman, and Lyndsei Pacini.

Glennwood hosts One Crew, One Book: Ivan's Afternoon Trivia Adventure.🦍📖

Sharing more moments from the 2026 DHS graduation ceremony!

CSD Decatur High School