Atlanta Public Schools Soars with Three Impressive Education Awards

The Cheri Riley Group takes pride in having more than 20 years of experience working with clients who are buying and selling Atlanta fine homes.  We realize that a priority for many people is ensuring their children are enrolled in a top notch school system.  We are pleased to learn today that the Atlanta Public School system has announced a “triple crown” of national education awards that they recently earned.

We’ll begin by highlighting Dr. Beverly Hall, the district’s superintendent for the past ten years.  Dr. Hall was named 2009 National Superintendent of the Year by the American Association of of School Administrators.  This award is based on four criteria, one of which being participating in activities within the local communities, which also includes developing an understanding of issues across the globe that impact education here in Atlanta.  Under her leadership, the Atlanta Public School system has received numerous accolades for its many achievements, including significant increases in its standardized test scores, building renovations, and much more.

Next, the Atlanta Board of Education was honored this month with the 2009 annual award of Urban School Board Excellence.  This incredible accomplishment comes from the National School Boards Association’s Council of Urban Boards of Education.  APS’ school board was noted for its leadership, outstanding student achievement, governance structure, and so on, serving as a model for other boards across the nation.  We encourage you to read more about one of the board’s outstanding at-large members, Mark Riley, who is currently running for a seat with District 4, serving elementary schools E. Rivers, Garden Hills, Jackson, Morris Brandon, and Sarah Smith, as well as Sutton Middle School, and North Atlanta High School.

Last but not least, just last evening, Emmett D. Johnson, Atlanta Board of Education member, earned the nation’s top distinction in urban education leadership, the Richard R. Green Award.  Johnson, a twelve-year member of the board, earned this honor for his work in building the bond between the board and superintendent, which has been a significant contribution in the notable gains that have been made throughout the district in terms of student achievement and more.

The Atlanta Public School district and its dedicated employees continue to reinforce the many reasons why APS has come to be known as a world-class school system.  Here at the Cheri Riley Group, we look forward to working with you and your family to fulfill your real estate desires, all the while ensuring your children receive quality instruction.  We’d love to hear from you via email at cheririley@atlantafinehomes.com, or telephone at 404.944.9992 as you buy or sell your next luxury home.  You can also find us on Twitter and tell us what you think about APS and its recent achievements!

About the author: Cheri Riley is the Founding Partner of the Cheri Riley Group at Atlanta Fine Homes Sotheby's International Realty. She has overseen almost two billion dollars in residential real estate sales either directly or under her management. Her passion is uniting extraordinary properties with extraordinary people.