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Welcome to Asheville City Schools!

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Our crew of Asheville City Schools students and educators learn, discover, and thrive across our eight beautiful educational campuses. In Asheville City Schools we have Three Promises: You Belong Here, Every Second Counts, and learning material is Challenging and Relevant. We believe in the promise and power of public education. Join us as we invest in the next generation of leaders and innovators.

 

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Enrollment

We’re thrilled that you’ve chosen Asheville City Schools for your scholar’s education! The mission of the Enrollment Office is to ensure students and families have equitable access to the enrollment process within ACS. As a district where school choice is available at all grade levels, we strive to assign students to their school of choice while ensuring compliance with our ACS Enrollment policies.  

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Our Schools

Proudly serving our community for over 130 years, Asheville City Schools is deeply connected with the history of our community. Located in Western North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains, we have 8 beautiful educational campuses and approximately 4,000 students. You belong in Asheville City Schools.

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Nutrition

Asheville City Schools School Nutrition contributes to the academic success of every student and encourages a lifetime of healthy eating by providing nutritious, affordable meals that are served by caring professionals.

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