International Community School (ICS) is a public charter school located in DeKalb County, Georgia, established in 2002. The school serves students from kindergarten through 5th grade and is known for its unique educational model that specifically caters to both refugee and local American students. ICS operates under the DeKalb County School District and is authorized by the Georgia State Charter Schools Commission. The school’s mission focuses on providing a rigorous academic program while fostering cross-cultural understanding and communication. ICS implements a curriculum that emphasizes both academic excellence and cultural integration, with approximately half of its student population consisting of refugee children from various countries and the other half comprising local American students. ICS offers English as a Second Language (ESL) support and maintains smaller class sizes to ensure individualized attention. The school’s educational approach includes project-based learning and cultural education components. The institution has received recognition for its innovative model of refugee education and integration, including features in national media and educational publications. The school maintains partnerships with various refugee resettlement organizations and community groups in the Atlanta metropolitan area. ICS has consistently demonstrated strong academic performance while serving its diverse student population, making it a notable example of successful refugee education integration in the United States.