DeKalb Education & Workforce Development Week 2026

Join the DeKalb business and education communities for DeKalb Education & Workforce Development Week, a five-day series of events highlighting the programs, partnerships, and people preparing the next generation of talent in our county. Throughout the week, participants will have the opportunity to explore innovative early learning initiatives, workforce training programs, and K-12 education efforts that are strengthening DeKalb’s talent pipeline.

The week will feature a mix of video spotlights and in-person experiences, providing an inside look at the institutions and initiatives helping students and workers build the skills needed for today’s economy.

Monday, March 23, 2026

DeKalb Education & Workforce Development Week: Virtual Opening Address
🕜 9:00 AM
📍 Virtual Event 
Kick off the week with a brief welcome message highlighting the importance of education and workforce partnerships in preparing DeKalb’s future talent.
Register Now

United Way Learning Spaces Tour
🕜 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Wesley Chapel Library (2861 Wesley Chapel Rd, Decatur, GA 30034)
Developed in partnership with local libraries and early childhood professionals, Learning Spaces brings preschool-style programming into non-traditional community spaces while helping caregivers embrace their role as a child’s first teacher.​
Register Now

Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Warren Technical School Virtual Tour
🕜 10:00 AM
📍 Virtual Event
Warren Technical is a unique school providing students with special needs instruction in career, job readiness, and life skills.
Register Now

Wednesday, March 25, 2026

DeKalb Schools State of the District
🕜 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
📍 Cedar Grove High School (2360 River Rd, Ellenwood, GA 30294)
Civic, corporate, and elected officials across metro Atlanta will attend this community event, to hear the Interim Superintendent’s message about the vision and goals for the year ahead, and the path forward.​
Register Now

Thursday, March 26, 2026

City Schools of Decatur Career Academy Virtual Tour
🕜 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 Virtual Event
The Decatur Career Academy provides hands-on, career-focused education that prepares students for college and entry-level careers through small learning communities, industry partnerships, and an emphasis on technical and employability skills.
Register Now

Friday, March 27, 2026

Georgia Piedmont Technical College Regional Transportation Training Center Tour
🕜 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
📍 GPTC Regional Transportation Training Center (6720 Marbut Rd, Lithonia, GA 30058)
This state-of-the-art facility is the college’s newest hub for hands-on training in high-demand transportation careers, developed in partnership with industry leaders to prepare the next generation of professionals who keep Georgia moving.​
Register Now