Commerce City Schools

Commerce Tigers are competing at Auburn’s 7v7 today! Just wrapped up pool play with a 3-1 record and heading into bracket play as the #3 seed.

A huge thank you to our Nutrition Director, Greg Buice, for providing opportunities for delicious and nutritious meals this summer! His leadership ensures that students across our community stay fueled with healthy options while school is out. To find summer meal site locations and more information, visit: https://www.commercecityschools.org/o/ccs/page/2025-summer-meals We’re grateful for the care and commitment that goes into supporting our students all year long!

Commerce Middle School Football had a great showing in its first-ever 7-on-7 and lineman challenge today at West Jackson Middle School, competing against Jackson County and Habersham.

Congratulations to Will Bowen for being named MVP of the North-South All-Star Tournament!

Commerce Football is competing at UGA’s 7v7 today and starting strong — 1-0 on the day against some of the top 5A and 6A teams in the state. Go Tigers!

Commerce Football is competing at UGA’s 7v7 today and starting strong — 1-0 on the day against some of the top 5A and 6A teams in the state. Go Tigers!

Members of our Board of Education are proudly representing Commerce City Schools at the Georgia School Boards Association Summer Conference in Savannah! This annual event offers an incredible opportunity for learning, collaboration, and leadership across schools in Georgia. We’re grateful for our Board members’ commitment to growth and advocacy. Their leadership keeps the Tiger tradition of excellence strong and ensures that Commerce remains a place where students and staff thrive.

We are proud of our Tigers for showing out at the University of West Georgia 7v7 today! They competed against some of the top teams in the state and earned a spot in the gold bracket for championship play. It’s always a great day to be a Tiger! #expectexcellence

🏀 Hustle, Heart, and Hoops at Lady Tigers Camp! 🏀 The fun continues as our future stars hit the court for more skills, drills, and teamwork! Huge thanks to Coach Palmer for organizing such an incredible camp and bringing out the best in these young athletes. From building confidence to fostering a love for the game, the impact is undeniable. Keep shining, campers, and Go Tigers!

🏀 Hustle, Heart, and Hoops at Lady Tigers Camp! 🏀 The fun continues as our future stars hit the court for more skills, drills, and teamwork! Huge thanks to Coach Palmer for organizing such an incredible camp and bringing out the best in these young athletes. From building confidence to fostering a love for the game, the impact is undeniable. Keep shining, campers, and Go Tigers!

We are honored to bring home Best in Class awards from the Spring GASPA Conference! ✨ Gold: Retention Practices ✨ Gold: Recruitment ✨Silver: Technology Advancements These awards are a reflection of the intentional work we’re doing to support our staff and build a culture where people feel valued and supported. At Commerce, we set the bar high and expect excellence from ourselves, from each other, and for our students.

Mr. Kirk and Mrs. Milford had the incredible opportunity to present at the Georgia Association of School Personnel Administrators (GASPA) Spring Conference! Their session, “Small but Meaningful Changes: Building Foundations in Year One,” highlighted the intentional steps they took during their first year as district leaders to strengthen systems, build relationships, and support staff across Commerce City Schools. This past year has been one of growth, learning, and strategic foundation building—and it’s only the beginning of what’s to come!

Arianna and Mayah Patman of the Commerce Varsity Girls Basketball Program attended Captain’s Camp at Rock Eagle this week! This unique experience focuses on developing leadership both on the court and in the classroom, and we know these two were more than up for the challenge. We’re incredibly proud to see our student-athletes stepping up, growing as leaders, and representing Commerce City Schools with excellence!

Today, we reflect with gratitude on the heroes who gave their lives in service to our nation. Their unwavering bravery and selfless sacrifice will always be remembered and honored.

🎓✨ Congratulations to the Commerce High School Class of 2025! ✨🎓 We are so proud of each and every graduate who crossed that finish line and stepped confidently into their future. This class has shown resilience, leadership, and heart and their accomplishments speak volumes. Swipe to see a few special moments from this year’s graduation ceremony! For more photos, head over to the Commerce High School Facebook page and check out the full albums.

We’re proud to recognize our incredible staff members who have demonstrated excellent attendance throughout the year! Your consistency, dedication, and dependability reflect what it means to Expect Excellence and make a lasting difference in the lives of our students and the success of our schools. A special thank you to our valued partners in education, ESS, for generously sponsoring these awards and helping us honor those who go above and beyond every day.

Commerce City Schools Celebrate 1 Million Word Readers! We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible reading achievements of four outstanding students who have each read an impressive 1 million words! Their dedication to literacy and love for learning inspire us all. 🎉 Camden Adams – 3rd Grade 🎉 Kyle Modesto – 4th Grade 🎉 Elana Sayne – 4th Grade 🎉 Beckett Wilkinson – 3rd Grade

Late-night deliveries don’t stop us! The 2025-2026 curriculum for CCSS arrived after hours, and in true "boots-on-the-ground" leadership style, our Superintendent, Mr. Kirk, wasted no time stepping in. He borrowed a forklift, jumped into action, and personally delivered the materials across campus to a secure location. We’re so thankful for a leader who’s always ready to roll up his sleeves and do what it takes to support our schools!

Members of Commerce City Schools were honored to take part in the 2nd Annual Jackson County VIP Farm Tour. It was an amazing day connecting with local industries, state officials, and community leaders while learning more about the vital role agriculture plays in our community. Commerce High School was the first stop on the tour, where CHS FFA Advisor Skyler Davis provided a delicious breakfast and shared valuable information about the school’s agricultural programs. Big thanks to Ward Black, President of the Jackson County Young Farmer Organization, for organizing and inviting us to this impressive event. Your hard work and passion for agriculture truly shine!

Please see important details about tomorrow’s graduation ceremony.