School Update for Jan. 28th
Thank you to our staff and local city teams for their work to ensure a safe return to school. Bus routes and school buildings have been checked and prepared. We look forward to welcoming students and staff back tomorrow. Please continue to stay safe and warm.
Thank you to our staff and local city teams for their work to ensure a safe return to school. Bus routes and school buildings have been checked and prepared. We look forward to welcoming students and staff back tomorrow. Please continue to stay safe and warm.
We are closely monitoring weather forecasts that indicate extreme cold temperatures and the potential for ice
accumulation in our area over the coming days. Please see the letter from Mr. Kirk for more information.
accumulation in our area over the coming days. Please see the letter from Mr. Kirk for more information.
Pre-K registration for Commerce City Schools will be held February 1-28. To be eligible for the 2026–2027 school year, a child must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026. All completed applications that are submitted by the deadline will be entered into the Pre-K lottery drawing.
CCSS will be closed for Thanksgiving Break from November 24th- November 28th. Students and staff will return on Monday, December 1st.
Tiger families, tomorrow is a Digital Learning Day for students and a Professional Learning Day for staff. Please check with each school for asynchronous assignments or any questions.
Next week is Fall Break! We hope everyone enjoys a restful and safe break. We look forward to welcoming students back on campus Monday, October 13th!
Expecting Excellence at CCSS!
The results are in, and Commerce High School continues to shine as a leader in student achievement across Georgia!
The CHS Class of 2026 earned a mean SAT score of 1076, outperforming both the state (1029) and national (996) averages. The CHS Class of 2025 achieved a 96.8% graduation rate, continuing a strong upward trend over the years and remaining well above the state average.
These milestones reflect the hard work of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the strength of our CCSS community. We are proud of these accomplishments and even more excited for what’s ahead.
Read more: https://aptg.co/HyTsLx
The results are in, and Commerce High School continues to shine as a leader in student achievement across Georgia!
The CHS Class of 2026 earned a mean SAT score of 1076, outperforming both the state (1029) and national (996) averages. The CHS Class of 2025 achieved a 96.8% graduation rate, continuing a strong upward trend over the years and remaining well above the state average.
These milestones reflect the hard work of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the strength of our CCSS community. We are proud of these accomplishments and even more excited for what’s ahead.
Read more: https://aptg.co/HyTsLx
We are so proud of our six CHS students who have been selected to participate in the 2026 Junior Leadership Jackson cohort: Caleb Lewallen, Maribeth Hill, Riley Lord, Madelyn Shirley, Jacob Fields, and Lanie Patrick!
CCSS is also represented in the Leadership Jackson Class of 2026 by Mrs. Lauren Milford. Our students will have the opportunity to engage in similar community-based experiences and develop their leadership skills. Today marked the very first meeting for our Junior Leaders, and we can’t wait to see all they will learn and accomplish this year!
We are thankful to the Jackson County Area Chamber of Commerce for this incredible partnership and leadership development program.
At CCSS, we are committed to strong instructional practices and expecting excellence in every classroom. This week, Dr. Powell, Mrs. Lund, Mrs. Puckett, and Mrs. Raettig attended the Georgia Association of Curriculum and Instructional Supervisors (GACIS) Conference to continue learning and growing in all things curriculum and instruction.
We are thankful for their leadership and the ways they support teachers and students every day!
🚧 Big News for Commerce City Schools! 🚧
We’re breaking ground on the new Commerce Elementary School, and you are invited to join us for this exciting milestone!
📅 Date: September 25, 2025
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 224 Country Club Lane, Commerce, GA 30529
Come celebrate the future of education in Commerce as we begin building a state-of-the-art K–5 facility that will serve our community for many generations.
Click here to read more about the project, funding, and event details: https://aptg.co/jJzy7B
We’re breaking ground on the new Commerce Elementary School, and you are invited to join us for this exciting milestone!
📅 Date: September 25, 2025
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM
📍 Location: 224 Country Club Lane, Commerce, GA 30529
Come celebrate the future of education in Commerce as we begin building a state-of-the-art K–5 facility that will serve our community for many generations.
Click here to read more about the project, funding, and event details: https://aptg.co/jJzy7B
CHS Cafe Manager, Aranda Lester, and CCSS School Food and Nutrition Director, Greg Buice, proudly accepted the Cafeteria Award of Excellence at the GSNA Annual Kickoff Luncheon!
CHS is now part of an elite group of just 21 schools in Georgia to receive this distinguished honor.
This award recognizes the dedication, hard work, and commitment to excellence of our incredible cafeteria staff. In his letter of support, Principal Will Smith praised the team for their “loving presence that makes the cafeteria a vital and uplifting part of our daily life at the school.”
We are so proud of our CHS Nutrition Team!
We were honored to welcome Mrs. Rachel Kinsaul, the 2026 Georgia Teacher of the Year, to speak with our students and staff at CCSS! 
Thank you, Mrs. Kinsaul, for sharing your story, your wisdom, and your encouragement.
Congratulations to our District TOTY and SPOTY!
We are proud to announce our District Teacher of the Year, Ms. Ashley Sears, 4th Grade Teacher at CES and our District Support Professional of the Year, Mrs. Samantha Akers, CMS Secretary!
Your dedication, passion, and commitment to our students, staff, and community make an incredible difference every day. We are so thankful for all you do for Commerce City Schools!
CCSS Digital Learning Day
📅 Friday, October 3rd
Commerce City Schools will have a Digital Learning Day on Friday, October 3rd. Students will learn from home by completing assignments at their own pace. This will be an asynchronous day (no live meetings) and will allow teachers and staff opportunities for professional development.
Each school will share specific instructions with students and families.
Commerce City Schools will be closed Monday, September 1st, for Labor Day. We look forward to welcoming students and staff back on Tuesday, September 2nd.
We’re proud to share that Commerce High School has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best high schools both locally and nationally!
Check out the official press release: https://aptg.co/BzlL-0
Check out the official press release: https://aptg.co/BzlL-0
We are excited to kick off our first home game with a district-wide pep rally this Friday! Let’s show our school spirit:
✨ CHS – wear GOLD
✨ CMS – wear WHITE
✨ CPS/CES – wear BLACK
Our football team, cheerleaders, and band brought the energy for Tigers on the Town. The Tiger pride, support, and community we have is what makes Commerce such a special place.
Commerce City Schools is proud to share highlights from the 2024–2025 Georgia
Milestones assessments, with students across the district achieving notable academic growth, earning
high state rankings, and reaching new milestones in several subjects.
Superintendent Billy Kirk shared, “We are encouraged by the growth we are seeing in many areas. These
results are a reflection of our students’ hard work, our teachers’ dedication, and the strong support of our
families and community.”
Click to read the full press release: https://aptg.co/mfkYgY
Milestones assessments, with students across the district achieving notable academic growth, earning
high state rankings, and reaching new milestones in several subjects.
Superintendent Billy Kirk shared, “We are encouraged by the growth we are seeing in many areas. These
results are a reflection of our students’ hard work, our teachers’ dedication, and the strong support of our
families and community.”
Click to read the full press release: https://aptg.co/mfkYgY
Join us for Tigers on the Town as we kick off the 100th season!
Mr. Kirk joined leaders from our city and state to talk about important issues that affect Commerce — including housing, education, utilities, and more. We value these opportunities to collaborate and work together for the future of our community.
