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Why ICS?

The International Community School (ICS) is a public charter school in DeKalb County, Georgia serving students in grades K-5. ICS was strategically designed in 2002 to bring together refugee, immigrant and local children in an academically challenging and nurturing environment. Today, the school serves 500 students annually representing more than 60 nationalities and speaking 31 languages.

WHAT’S HAPPENING at ICS

From Reaching New Heights to Advancing Greatness

From Reaching New Heights to Advancing Greatness One year ago, we committed to Reaching New Heights. It was a challenge to stretch ourselves—academically, operationally, and relationally—as we moved deeper into the implementation of our strategic plan and strengthened...

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Growing the Next Generation of Leaders at ICS

Growing the Next Generation of Leaders at ICS My journey at ICS didn’t start as the Executive Director. I first worked in Human Resources, focused on people, culture, and supporting others in their work. But along the way, there were individuals who saw leadership in...

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Women’s History Month: Remembering Sister Patty Caraher

Women’s History Month: Remembering Sister Patty Caraher

Women's History Month: remebering sister Patty Caraher “If there ever was a time in human history to claim and proclaim authentically the Beloved Community, it is now. It is time to cry out hope and meaning, even if it flies in the face of our dominant culture, a...

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2024-2025 Impact

22

Years of
Service

500

Students
Served

40

Languages
Spoken

86%

Family
Engagement

TRANSLATE

Announcing:

A Bold Vision for the Future of ICS

Join us for the 2nd Annual DASH at DAwn 5K and Fun Run!

MAY
10th,
2025

Register now for early-bird pricing

it's the 2025 Board of Directors
Recruitment Season!

Apply by March 14th!

Enrollment is OPEn

Visit ICS AT open house

Inclement Weather Advisory

ICS Closed 9/26-9/27