APS Special Education Town Hall with Seat 8 At Large Candidates

The APS Special Education Town Hall is your opportunity to hear directly from the candidates running for the . This conversation will focus on special education—a critical area that affects thousands of students and families across our community.

This is more than a discussion. It’s a chance to:

• Learn where the candidates stand on issues that impact special education.
• Ask questions and share your perspective as a parent, caregiver, educator, or stakeholder.
• Ensure that the voices of families and students with diverse needs are heard and represented.

of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution will serve as moderator and host.

Martha Dalton is a journalist for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution writing about education and the Atlanta Public Schools system. Martha was previously a senior education reporter at WABE, Atlanta’s NPR affiliate, where she was a reporter, producer and host. Outside of the education beat, she has also covered immigration, politics and transportation.

We will begin promptly at 2:00pm and the panel will speak until 4:00pm. Following the closing comments, attendees will have a chance to meet and greet board candidates until 4:45pm.

Coffee and food will be availablefor purchase. Thank you supporting Peoples Town Coffee Bar!

This town hall is open to parents, grandparents, foster parents, caregivers, teachers, students, and community stakeholders.
If you care about the future of special education in Atlanta, you belong in the room.

The APS Board makes key decisions about budgets, policies, and services that directly affect students with disabilities/exceptionalities and their families. Your participation matters.

🗳️ Election Day is Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
The At-Large Seat 8 race will help shape the future of education and inclusion in Atlanta. Make sure you’re informed before you cast your vote.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Peoples Town Coffee Bar, 55 Milton Avenue Southeast, Atlanta, United States