Cobb County School Calendar 2020-2021

The Cobb County School Calendar for the 2020 to 2021 school year began on Monday, August 17, 2020 and ended on Wednesday, May 26, 2021. The start date was sixteen days later than last year, and the end date was six days later than last year.

Cobb County Schools were open for in-person learning or virtual learning online. Schools were open to students in person on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Wednesday was a virtual only Instructional Support Day for all students.

Temporary changes to Instructional Support Day as Cobb educators and staff are offered COVID-19 vaccinations:

To give all interested Cobb educators the chance to receive COVID-19 vaccinations, the Instructional Support Days were move from:

Wednesday, April 14th to Friday, April 16th
Wednesday, April 21st to Friday, April 23rd

School holidays:

First Day of School – ~~August 3, 2020~~
First Day of School Postponed 2 weeks, opened virtual only on August 17, 2020
Labor Day – September 7, 2020
Fall Break – September 28 – October 2, 2020
Phase 1 – October 5, 2020
Phase 2 – October 19, 2020
Student Holiday/Staff Workday – November 3, 2020
Phase 3 – November 5, 2020
Thanksgiving Holidays – November 23 – 27, 2020
Winter Holidays – December 21, 2020 to January 5, 2021
Martin Luther King Jr Day – January 18, 2021
Winter Break – February 15 – 19, 2021
Spring Break – April 5 – 9, 2021
Last Day of School – May 26, 2021

School Calendar Guidelines and Notes:
State law requires that students are in school 180 days or its equivalent. Each year, school districts are given four “emergency days” they can use for a variety of purposes. Many districts have been building those days into their calendars. In Cobb County, there are 178 days scheduled for students, and 188 days scheduled for teachers. The first semester includes 88 school days and ends prior to Winter Holidays. Second semester includes 90 school days, and ends prior to Memorial Day. Fall Break begins on the fourth Monday in September. Winter Break begins on the third Monday in February (Presidents Day). Spring Break begins on the first Monday in April, providing consistency with other metro school systems. The school year ends on a Wednesday to provide enough time to schedule graduation ceremonies.

Archived Calendar News:

All Cobb County schools will be virtual only for the week of January 19-22, 2021.

Tuesday, January 26 is a virtual only Instructional Support Day for all students due to PSAT and DNMQT’s taking place on Wednesday, January 27. Wednesday, January 27 will be a regularly scheduled instruction day through in-person and virtual instruction.

To give all interested Cobb educators the chance to receive COVID-19 vaccinations, the Instructional Support Days will move from:

Wednesday, March 17th to Friday, March 19th
Wednesday, March 24th to Friday, March 26th

Cobb County School Calendars:
Cobb County School Calendar 2022-2023
Cobb County School Calendar 2021-2022
Cobb County School Calendar 2020-2021
Cobb County School Calendar 2019-2020
Cobb County School Calendar 2018-2019
Cobb County School Calendar 2017-2018

Marietta City School Calendars:
Marietta City School Calendar 2021-2022
Marietta City School Calendar 2020-2021
Marietta City School Calendar 2019-2020
Marietta City School Calendar 2018-2019
Marietta City School Calendar 2017-2018

UCB to Expand Headquarters in Smyrna

Marietta.com

Belgian-based pharmaceutical firm UCB plans to invest $47.5 million to expand its U.S. headquarters campus in Smyrna, bringing 100 new high-paying jobs to Cobb County. “UCB’s long-term commitment to creating jobs and promoting growth within Cobb County and the City of Smyrna should be commended,” said Dana Johnson, executive director of SelectCobb. “The jobs they are creating are high-quality jobs that will have incredible financial impact on Smyrna and the surrounding areas — and keep Cobb County Georgia’s number one business destination.”

Cobb Passes Resolutions to Continue Fight Against Racism and Prejudice

Marietta.com

In June of 2020, the Cobb Board of Commissioners approved a resolution condemning racism, in the wake of tragic incidents in this country, and reaffirming its commitment to provide an environment that supports civil rights for all.

The board also adopted a resolution in support of a state Hate Crimes Bill that addresses crimes involving bias, hate, bigotry or prejudice. The unanimous decision encourages the Cobb legislative delegation to continue working closely with the state legislature in adopting the bill.

The Home Depot Foundation Awards $200,000 Grant to Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta

Marietta.com

The Home Depot Foundation has awarded Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta a $200,000 grant to provide a minimum of 15 critical home repairs for Veterans in Cobb, Douglas, and Paulding counties. “The Home Depot Foundation shares our passion to ensure local veterans live in safe, warm and dry shelter,” said Jessica Gill, CEO, Habitat for Humanity of NW Metro Atlanta.

West Cobb Business Association Aids Community During Pandemic

Marietta.com

Recently, in an effort to continue its support of the community during the COVID-19 crisis, the West Cobb Business Association’s (WCBA) public safety committee delivered lunch to local front line heroes at Cobb County Police Precinct Five, Cobb Fire and Rescue Station 23, and Powder Springs Police Departments. Additionally, in May of 2020, WCBA partnered with Sandra Cook at Catered Southern Events to help feed those in need through an outreach effort with MUST Ministries.

Cobb Police Department Takes Stand Against Racism and Brutality

Marietta.com

In a recent statement from June 2, 2020, the Cobb County Police Department said it takes a firm position against all forms of racism and brutality. The chief, officers, and command staff take their oath very seriously, the statement read. “We hold firm to that calling to serve each and every member of the community with the utmost respect. And we stand behind our words with our daily actions as we serve ALL of Cobb County.”

Cobb EMC Opens Innovative Solar Garden

Marietta.com

Cobb EMC Smartflower On June 12, 2020, Cobb EMC and Gas South celebrated the official opening of a new and innovative Solar Garden on the Cobb EMC corporate campus along Highway 41 in Marietta. The 6,000-square-foot garden showcases three, 16-foot tall “Smartflowers,” which are part of a larger solar project to supply renewable energy to the power grid.

LGE Community Credit Union Continues to Support Community

Marietta.com

LGE Community Credit Union recently completed several initiatives to support the community amid the 2020 pandemic.

Lunches for Local Heroes — LGE delivered more than 500 lunches to four local hospitals across the counties it serves.
LGE Employees Host Food Drive — Employees organized an internal food drive to support MUST Ministries in Marietta, Warehouse of Hope in Douglasville, and North Fulton Community Charities in Roswell.
Surprises for Scholarship Winners — LGE worked with the school districts and principals to make a special surprise visit for each student.
- General Scholarship Winner ($3,000): Anthony Minella, Milton High School
- Cobb County School District Winner ($5,000): Samuel Luong, Wheeler High School
- Cherokee County School District Winner ($5,000): Alanis Broussard, Woodstock High School
- Marietta City Schools Winner ($5,000): Kyle Brown, Marietta High School

LGE Community Credit Union Recognized for 2019 Marketing Efforts

Marietta.com

LGE Community Credit Union was recently honored with two Credit Union National Association (CUNA) 2020 Diamond Awards, which recognize outstanding marketing and business development achievements in the credit union industry. LGE received awards in the “Video (Non-Commercial) – Single” and “Website” categories.

Credit Union of Georgia Awards Scholarship to Marietta High School Student

Marietta.com

The Credit Union of Georgia recently awarded Alexander Scheid with the 2020 Credit Union of Georgia Scholarship in connection with the Marietta Schools Foundation. Alexander was selected for his essay on “How #DoYouCU Making a Difference?” along with his impressive résumé.

Alexander received raving recommendations from his teachers, possessed great grades throughout his high school career, but what stuck out most was his desire to help others. “I have always found joy in helping those who truly need it,” he wrote in his essay. With a desire to help others, he has decided to pursue a career in physical therapy.

1...131415...93 Page 14 of 93