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Family Haven honors domestic violence survivors, advocates
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The annual Forsyth County Family Haven Purple Purse Luncheon honored those who have survived domestic violence. The annual event also raised money so the organization can continue its work sheltering and feeding displaced women and children. KATHLEEN STURGEON/HERALD
Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills, center, receives the 2017 Humanitarian of the Year Award from Family Haven Director Shandra Dawkins, right, and Board President Marie Dinsmore. Story page 9.
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By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com CUMMING, Ga. — The owner of a wellknown local pet grooming salon was arrested Oct. 11 after reports of animal abuse, including death, surfaced. Michelle Louise Root, 41, of Gainesville, was arrested for cruelty to animals after she reportedly killed a dog she had been grooming at her store, Paw’sh Paws, 530 Lake Center Parkway B2. One of the shop’s employees went to the Cumming Police Department after witnessing the incident Oct. 7. She said she was washing the Portuguese water dog wheaten terrier mix, Meko, 3, when another employee took the dog to the front of the store where Root worked. The first employee went into the back area of the store and came out when she heard a commotion. She saw Meko running to the back of the store with the grooming lead still around his neck. Root reportedly then yelled at the employee as she tried to stop Meko, but then came over and kicked Meko, knocking the dog into the door, took the lead and choked Meko to the point of unconsciousness, according to the
police report. The employee said Root then dragged Meko to the front of the store and banged him against multiple objects, including a washer. Root then put Meko back onto the table and attempted to finish grooming the dog. However, the employee said Meko was unresponsive at the time. Shortly after the incident, Meko’s owner came to pick him up, and Root and her husband reportedly told the owner Meko “must’ve had a seizure,” according to the report. An employee questioned the owner about Meko’s disposition, but was told “to be quiet, that the dog had a seizure and that was it.” Meko was transported to a local animal hospital where he was pronounced dead. The owner took the dog for a pathology report and autopsy, and the necropsy reportedly confirmed eye witness statements. A few days later, another employee went to the police and gave a statement in line with the first employee’s account. She said there were no problems giving Meko a bath and the dog was compliant while being bathed and blow dried. She described the abuse in detail and said “the dog was so traumatized it
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Can You Eat Your Way To Better Vision? By Claire Marsh, Milan Eye Center
It can be difficult to know what foods are truly good for your health and vision. There is a lot of advice out there, and not all of it is wellfounded. For example, carrots are commonly thought to help improve vision. However, research has shown that carrots, while good for your overall health, do not play as significant a role in vision as once thought. At the same time, people often overlook other foods that contain nutrients essential to maintaining healthy vision. The American Optometric Association recommends adding the following nutrients to your daily diet either through foods or through supplements: Lutein & Zeaxanthin Leafy green vegetables, pumpkins, summer squash, and eggs all contain lutein and zeaxanthin. Numerous studies have shown that lutein and zeaxanthin can reduce the risk of chronic eye diseases, including cataracts and age-related macular degeneration. Vitamin C Vitamin C is thought to lower the risk of developing cataracts. Additionally, when consumed in combination with other essential nutrients, it can slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration and visual acuity loss. Vitamin C is found in a variety of fruits and vegetables, including citrus fruits, berries, tomatoes, peppers, cabbage, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and cantaloupe. Vitamin E Vitamin E is an antioxidant that can protect cells in the eyes from unstable molecules called free radicals, which break down healthy tissue. Vitamin E can be found in nuts, fortified cereals, sweet potatoes, and avocados. Essential Fatty Acids Fats boost the immune system, fuel cells, and maintain the integrity of the nervous system. Scientific research shows that omega-3 fatty acids are important for proper visual development and retinal function. Additionally, omega-3 fatty acids have been shown to improve your tear film, which is vital to your vision. Sources of omega-3 fatty acids include cold water fish, such as salmon, tuna, and cod. You can also get omega-3 fatty acids from plant sources, such as walnuts and flaxseed. Zinc Zinc is highly concentrated in the eye, particularly in the retina and in the vascular tissue layer lying under the retina called the choroid. As an essential trace mineral, zinc plays a key role in bringing vitamin A from the liver to the retina to produce melanin. Some foods containing zinc include lean meat, seafood, eggs, leafy green vegetables, peanuts, and cheese. Each of the above nutrients is important to eye health, but like anything, they are best consumed in moderation. Your best bet is to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet and to consult a doctor before making any drastic dietary changes.
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Meeting to discuss proposed SPLOST 8 will be held Nov. 13 By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — County officials have called a special work session to dive deeper into the next Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax. The meeting will be at 10 a.m., Nov. 13 at the Forsyth County Administration Building, 110 East Main Street, Suite 210. The Board of Commissioners recently revisited the topic of SPLOST 8, which would run from July 2019 to June 2025. SPLOST is a voter-approved, 1-cent sales tax that has been in effect in Forsyth County since 1983. For every dollar spent in Forsyth County that is
subject to sales tax, one penny goes into a fund devoted to specific capital improvement projects. Some of the projects funded through SPLOST programs throughout the years include community buildings at parks, new fire stations and road projects. While not completely set in stone, the board said it is looking at a countywide vote in November 2018. County Manager Eric Johnson said estimates, based on an average economy, predict the tax should raise $274 million over its five-year term. Estimates based on a booming economy place the figure at $295 million. If the economy sours, the estimate falls to $242 million. So far, there have been $429 million in capital funding requests, excluding the courts, health department, the City of Cumming and some public safety. Parks and recreation takes the largest chunk – more than half – of the requests. Transportation projects account
for about one-fourth of the anticipated revenue. Requests include road widening, public safety training, new libraries, new parks, a new recycling center, a new senior center, new fire hydrant services, construction of a third courtroom in the courthouse and the vehicle replacement program. The current countywide sales tax, SPLOST 7, was approved in November 2011, collections began in 2013 and it will run through June 30, 2019. The majority of allocations from that tax went to facilities and transportation, including the courthouse and jail projects along with multiple transportation projects. Prior to that, SPLOST 6, which ran from 2008-2013, helped pay for various transportation projects, the Sexton Hall Enrichment Center, a new ladder truck for the Fire Department, new Fire Stations 3 and 4, the Post Road Library and a variety of park improvements.
County asks GDOT to modify Ga. 369 Walmart signal By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com
FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth County is asking the Georgia Department of Transportation to consider changing the location of the proposed traffic signal at the entrance of the Walmart store on Ga. 369. County Attorney Ken Jarrard said the county is asking the statet to relocate the signal once the widening on Ga. 369 is completed. “Right now, it appears there is permission for that signal to be at the entrance of Walmart,” Jarrard said. “But based upon the widening, there is an interest by the board that it needs to be changed to the entrance to the Bridgetown subdivision. That would make the most traffic safety sense.”
If it does get moved, Walmart patrons will still have access to the signal. The board sent a letter to GDOT requesting the existing signal permit be changed to a temporary permit. Additionally, the board voted to direct American Engineering to revise the traffic engineering study and the plans to show the traffic signal and stub street at Bridgetown that will be part of the Ga. 369 widening project when constructed. The light would connect Ga. 369 to Ga. 9, or Dahlonega Highway, and would go near a planned residential development and the Forsyth County Fire Department off Settingdown Road. Commissioner Cindy Jones Mills, who represents the affected area, said GDOT recommended making the signal part of the Ga. 369 widening project.
In June 2016, the county broke ground on Walmart off Browns Bridge Road, or Ga. 369, west of Ga. 400. A building permit was approved in April 2016 for the 44-acre property and construction is underway. The store will be 185,000 square feet with a fresh grocery, dry goods, general merchandise, pharmacy, tire and lube express and optical. It is expected to open in November, Mills said. Ga. 369 has multiple projects underway including right and left turn lanes on Ga. 369 and a right turn lane from Pooles Mill Road onto Ga. 369; a left and right turn lane on Ga. 369 at the intersection at Old Federal Road; a left and right turn lane on Ga. 369 at the intersection at Mount Tabor Road; and Ga. 369 truck passing lanes.
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H. Ford Gravitt Incumbent since 1970 Why did you want to run for reelection? We have had no city property taxes for the last 40 years. The city operates without city assessment taxes or ad valorem taxes. I have a vision I want to continue to work on in that realm where we will not impose a property tax in the future as long as I’m in office. What are your GRAVITT goals for the new term? I want to continue to work on education and with the University of North Georgia. We’re looking to double the amount of college students at that campus in Cumming. We want to continue to work on recreation for the growing community. We have visions to widen intersections and streets and work on traffic congestion. We’d like to keep up with our state-of-the-art water system. We will also continue working with Northside Hospital Forsyth. These are some of the things I’m focused on and want to continue the policy like I did in the past. Why should voters vote for you? The same as I said above. We want to continue working on affordable living for citizens, healthcare and recreation. We have a record to stand on from over half a century of work. Obviously, I couldn’t do all this without experience. Troy Brumbalow Local builder/remodeler and tanning salon owner Why did you want to run for Mayor? I decided that I wanted to run for
mayor because I love my hometown and wanted to bring back the small town charm with shops and restaurants instead of the gigantic government buildings that overtake our city now. What political BRUMBALOW experience do you have? This is my first time running for political office, but I directly interacted daily with the county government as the asset manager for the Sheriff’s Office and knew instantly that government can be run much more efficiently. Why should people vote for you? I will run a completely open government that goes above and beyond keeping the citizens aware of what the city is doing and why. If elected, my top priority would be to create a city center to bring the community together with a place to enjoy our wonderful city with their families.
Post 1 Chuck Welch Incumbent since June 2015 Why did you want to run for reelection? It was important for me to run for re-election to continue serving the residents of the City of Cumming and to make sure we achieve our long-term goals. What are your goals for the new WELCH term? We have got plans to continue enhancing our infrastructure to accommodate the growth in our area while sticking to the conservative financial principles that have been in place for more than four decades. There is not a city property tax, and the city has no debt. I believe we are one of three to four municipalities in our whole country that can say that. In addition to updating our longterm comprehensive land use plan earlier this year, we know that the residents of the city, as well as folks that live in the region, would like to see us have some more development that provides a pedestrian-friendly, livework-play type of atmosphere. We are working on that. The mayor and coun-
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cil are working on revisions to zoning codes and restrictions to accommodate it, but there is a right and a wrong way to pay for it. It requires discipline and a well thought out strategy that works in conjunction with the city and the property owners. The last thing you want to do is jump into redevelopment projects and immediately regret the way they are being paid for. Why should voters vote for you? I love the city. I love what it was, what it is and what it will be. I have lived here for all of my life except for college, grad school and early career. The City of Cumming is a wonderful place, and it is my family’s home. It is an honor and a privilege to serve as their councilman, and I would appreciate their votes. Chad R. Crane Project manager Why did you want to run? I love the City of Cumming for my family. I feel I could be an asset to reinventing and growing our community. CRANE What political experience do you have? I have no political experience, but throughout this process I have been educated on a number of issues and I am excited to learn more as we continue. Why should people vote for you? My background and general knowledge for budgeting and development has given me the tools I believe that can really benefit our community. I am motivated to really get the citizens involved and to hear their opinions on different topics and work together. We love it here, but there are many areas where the city has been left behind. All of the surrounding areas have great city centers to walk, shop and dine. I want to create that here in Cumming while keeping no city property tax. It is time for positive fresh ideas at City Hall instead of the leadership that has been there for decades.
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Post 2 Quincy Holton Incumbent since 1968 Why did you want to run for reelection? I was asked by the people to run again. What are your goals for the new term? HOLTON I want to better the people and help them out in the city. Why should voters vote for you? They know my record. It’s up to the people whether they want me in there or not. If I was reelected, it’d mean I’d still help the people. Jason Evans President of Professional Cryogenic Metallurgy and Coatings Why did you want to run? I decided to run for City Council because now is the perfect time to get involved to help EVANS shape and grow our community in the ways that we need. What political experience do you have? This is the first time that I have run for any political position, but I believe that my experience in developing and growing a small business will allow me to make the decisions and bring forth ideas that will help move our city in the right direction. Our city has experienced a large growth in population, and I believe that we deserve a leadership that will help reflect the values and desires of the community. Why should people vote for you? I want to help bring “community” back to our community. I feel we should be able to stay in our neighborhood enjoying our friends and family instead of going to other communities to accomplish this. By asking questions and listening to our neighbors, we can develop the city that we want and deserve. We should be able to openly discuss any issues and opportunities that may present themselves. I want to be part of developing the City of Cumming into one of the greatest and most soughtafter cities in the state.
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Family Haven fundraiser aims to help more women, children By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com ALPHARETTA, Ga. — More than 200 women and children have been helped by the Forsyth County Family Haven emergency shelter. Those families stayed an average of 78 days, receiving food, clothing, case management, life skills training, access to medical care and a safety plan. Those women and children were honored Oct. 11 at the annual Forsyth County Family Haven Purple Purse Luncheon held at The Metropolitan Club in Alpharetta. Nearly 3,000 domestic violence victims have been served by Family Haven’s crisis line, legal advocacy services, community support groups and other outreach services. Domestic violence survivors were honored along with businesses and community members who work with the nonprofit. The event was also a fundraiser for Family Haven, said Executive Director Shandra Dawkins. Donations help to shelter and feed families, give them medical treatment and counseling, and transportation to find housing and employment. Victims pay nothing for the services because the organization believes they should be focused on healing, developing a sustainable safety plan and becoming self-sufficient. “Forsyth County Family Haven will bring financial abuse out of the darkness and into the light,” Dawkins said. “It’s a major form of abuse that keeps victims financially tied into potentially dangerous and toxic relationships. Often, victims don’t have the financial means to leave an abusive situation.
I continue to be impressed at the level of care and the quality of this amazing facility. Forsyth County Family Haven is a true blessing to our community. It’s critical we continue to support and spread the word so women can feel a sense of hope and believe that change is possible.” MARYLOU HARRIS Domestic abuse survivor Our goal is to provide financial empowerment to women.” Domestic abuse survivor Marylou Harris gave the keynote speech and spoke about her own experiences growing up and as an adult living in abusive situations. She said by the grace of God she had options to leave. “But sadly, many do not,” Harris said. “I continue to be impressed at CDAR Member SWIFT Code: GMCBUS3A
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Often, Dawkins sees mothers and children come into Family Haven, disheveled, crying and with their items in trash bags. But after weeks of counseling, education, legal advocacy and parenting classes, she sees a complete metamorphosis. “No longer do I walk through the halls of the shelter and see that child crying or kicking the wall out of anger because of what he or she has seen,” Dawkins said. “I hear laughter of children and moms. That victim has transformed to survivor. She has broken the intergenerational domestic violence cycle not only for herself, but her child and generations to come.” To learn more about Family Haven, visit forsythcountyfamilyhaven.info.
The Metropolitan Club hosts annual fundraiser Wednesday October 25th North Georgia’s annual fundraiser, a luncheon and fashion show, benefits single moms at Lanier Tech and other service projects. This year’s event will be held on Wednesday, October 25th, at The Metropolitan Club in Alpharetta. The theme this year is “Celebrating 100 Years of Service” and will feature the latest in fashion by Chico’s. Altrusa is an international, volunteer service organization of business and professional leaders, dedicated to improving communities world-wide through personal service. The word Altrusa is a combination of the words Altruism and USA. It is currently organized into fourteen districts consisting of 446 clubs in 19 countries. Members unite their varied talents in service to others, achieving as a group what individuals cannot do alone. Last year, Altrusans proudly gave over a million volunteer hours around the world. The North Georgia Club was chartered on August 19, 2005 and has been actively making a difference in North Georgia since that time. Although the North Georgia club supports many different organizations and populations in the greater North Georgia area, two key focus areas are literacy and children’s issues. Our service projects have included Jesse’s House, Bald Ridge Lodge, The Place, Family Haven, Wee Books in Dawsonville, Literacy Forsyth and many others. The Club has given $36,000 in Scholarships to deserving Single Moms at Lanier Tech. The North Georgia club meets on the second Tuesday of each month, 12:00 noon at Tam’s Backstage in Cumming. For more information on Altrusa www.altrusa.org www. districtthree.altrusa.org.
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District 26 candidates discuss plans for Forsyth County By KATHLEEN STURGEON kathleen@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Three people have qualified to fill the unexpired term of House District 26 state Rep. Geoff Duncan, who resigned in August to run for lieutenant governor. Only voters who live within the district are eligible to vote in this election. Early voting runs through Nov. 3, with Election Day Nov. 7. Visit http://bit. ly/2yobQ0r for full details on times and locations to vote. We asked the three hopefuls to provide some details of their interests in running for public office.
Marc Morris
Republican Occupation: Businessman
Website: http://marcmorris.com/ Why did you want to run for the District 26 seat? One of the slogans of the U.S. Navy is a “force for good.” Since my days in the U.S. Navy, these words MORRIS have inspired me. It is why I have spent over a decade serving and giving back to our community here in Forsyth County. I am running for State House to continue this work — to be a conservative force for good in our county and state. I’ll be honest — I have grown tired of Republican politicians who won’t do what they promise. If Georgia and Forsyth County are going to move forward, we need rock solid
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conservative leadership that is completely committed to being a real force for good. We need leaders who will say it – and do it. That is what drives me. Why should people vote for you? I am the only candidate with a proven track record of serving Forsyth County, of running a business, and of advancing ideas and projects to move our community forward. I am also the only proven conservative. One opponent in the race is trying to pull a fast one on the voters —pretending to be a conservative when she used to be a radical liberal that advanced pro-choice causes. The other is a declared Democrat. Both do not represent our values here in Forsyth County. Now more than ever, we need a leader we know and a conservative we trust to stand up for us at the state Capitol. If you want a representative who will deliver on what he promises and who will be a conservative force for good, then I ask for your vote. More importantly, I ask for your prayers. What are your goals if elected? • Term limits for Congress and the state Legislature • Control growth, fight school overcrowding, advance projects to tackle the traffic gridlock, grow our economy and protect our water resources • Shrink the size of government, cut taxes, limit spending • End Obamacare’s stranglehold on Georgians • Protect our faith and families • Stop the special interest political games
Steve Smith Democrat Occupation: Retail manager Website: SteveSmithForGeorgia.com Why did you want to run for the District 26 seat? I am running for the District 26 seat to be a voice for the working families of Forsyth. It’s not often that regular folks with regular jobs get to work in the Capitol and represent the interests of working people, but I am hoping to change that. SMITH Why should people vote for you? People should vote for me because I understand the economic pressures that working families face, like unexpected medical bills, the rising cost of college and saving for retirement. I will work to lower taxes for working families and small businesses and raise wages
for middle class workers. The buying power of the middle class is the real job creator, and I believe a strong economy is built from the bottom up and not the top down. What are your goals if elected? In addition to working for a better economy for working families, I would like to shore up the HOPE scholarship, so that our kids can have the same affordable college experience that my generation had, and I will work to make sure that Forsyth’s growth continues in a smart, responsible manner and does not diminish the excellent quality of life we enjoy in Forsyth County.
Tina Trent Republican Occupation: Political writer Website: tinatrentforstatehouse.com Why did you want to run for the District 26 seat? As a social conservative, I reflect the district’s values. Voters should be able to vote for someone who stands strong for those values. I want to make sure all people in Forsyth have a voice when it comes to decisions about the ways Forsyth grows. Too often, we let unelected organizations set the TRENT agenda for the rest of us. I don’t want to see Forsyth County grow in ways that people will come to regret. There are no do-overs in development. Why should people vote for you? I know the limitations of government, and as a political researcher, I know how to root out the influence games. I come to the voters as someone who has dedicated her life to making communities better through social work and policy work. But after spending years working in social services in some of the worst communities in Atlanta, I know that government can’t solve social problems. Only strong communities can do that. What are your goals if elected? Return control of educational choices to the residents of Forsyth, from the content of public school curriculum to expanding school choice. I will stand firm for the wishes of the district regarding development and transportation. We need more job opportunities in Forsyth. I will fight for lower state income taxes and ending government waste. I will resist the special interests – individuals and organizations – that put their pocketbooks and agendas ahead of the residents of the district.
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Forsyth Central student wins Young Georgia Authors contest By PAULINA OSENENKO paulina@appenmediagroup.com FORSYTH COUNTY, Ga. — Forsyth Central High School junior, Miyang Tamanji, recently won the Young Georgia Authors contest. The competition is for students from grades K-12 and is intended to encourage students to develop and enjoy their writing. Tamanji is a part of the STEM academy, and some of her hobbies include reading, horseback riding, tennis, cross fit, soccer, and traveling. She hopes to study computer programming or business administration in an academically challenging university, such as Georgia Tech. She would also like to minor in Spanish because she says she appreciates the language and Spanish-speaking countries. As a sophomore, her Honors Literature teacher, Michele Dugan, gave her class an assignment to write on a controversial topic they were passionate about. It had to be turned into a narrative story, and they only had 14 minutes to write the essay. She decided to write her story on the pressure people of color feel when living in a predominately white area. Living in a predominately white county and being the only African American girl in her STEM class, Tamanji wanted her classmates to hear her story. “It took a long time to appreciate my culture and where I am from. Even now, I am still struggling, but I am becoming more confident especially with the strong influences from my family,” Tamanji said. Dugan called Tamanji in a few days later to tell her that she wanted to submit her essay for the competition. Out
Redistricting: Continued from Page 14 said they all understand the emotional aspects surrounding redistricting because they all were once high school students, too. Some continue to be involved with high schools as parents, coaches or advisers. “We know our citizens love our schools and we’re glad they do,” Bearden said. “I love them, too, and I’m proud of them and our school system. However, we are continually a rapidly growing system. With that growth comes challenges and change. It’s inevitable.”
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Lambert, West Forsyth and South Forsyth were once new, too, he said, and all started with reluctant parents and students. They all forged their identities and greatness, Bearden said, and so will Denmark. “By any metric available, Forsyth County students attend one of the best, if not the best, public school systems in our state and in fact one of the best in our nation,” Bearden said. “Our school system is the reason many of our citizens move to Forsyth County. It’s one of the reasons for our growth. Regardless of whether a high school student attends Lambert, South, West, Central, North, Denmark or Alliance, they will all attend an outstanding high school.”
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The GNFCC is very appreciative of Brandon’s work and leadership over the past 15 years. ROGER LUSBY, North Fulton Chamber president. 16 | Forsyth Herald | October 19, 2017
Beach resigns post as head of North Fulton Chamber Longtime president focuses on work with local CID
What is a community improvement district? CIDs (as they are known) are self-taxing commercial districts that work in concert with the local government to finance self-improvement projects such as the recent $17 million Encore Bridge improvement connecting Encore Parkway and Northpoint Mall. According to the North Fulton CID website, the ultimate goal is “investing in an even more vibrant and sustainable North Fulton. The CID serves as a catalyst for transportation planning, investment and improvement.” North Fulton CID’s improvement area falls within the boundaries of parts of Alpharetta, Milton and Roswell. All three cities partner with the CID on projects, planning and initiatives.
By PAT FOX & HATCHER HURD APHARETTA, Ga. – Brandon Beach has announced his resignation as president and CEO of the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce. He will take up duties as the North Fulton Community Improvement District executive director Jan. 1. Beach, also a state senator from Alpharetta, has served as head of the Chamber since 2002. He said the change in jobs was at his request. “I told my board, I’ve been serving as president for 15 years. I’m ready for a change,” Beach said. “I mean I love this chamber and I love this community. But I was also involved in the North Fulton Community Improvement District and was one of the founders of it.” The North Fulton Community Improvement District was formed in 2003 by a group of business owners committed to maintaining and enhancing the North Fulton community. Since its inception, the CID has invested more than $18 million in the community, leveraging these dollars to create $90 million in new infrastructure. The North Fulton CID represents nearly 400 commercial property owners along the Ga. 400 corridor and the area’s more than 77,000 employees. For the first two years of the CID’s inception, Beach ran the operation in addition to his chamber duties. Then, Ann Hanlon was brought on board as
State Sen. Brandon Beach is stepping away from his Chamber of Commerce duties to take the reins of the North Fulton CID. This will dovetail with major interests in economic development and transportation/transit as he chairs the Senate Transportation Committee CID executive director. Hanlon resigned earlier this year to become executive director for the Perimeter CIDs in Sandy Springs. Beach took over duties for the North Fulton CID since then as interim director. Both the chamber and CID share the
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same offices on Haynes Bridge Road in Alpharetta. After a couple of months however, Beach went back to the chamber board to tell them the CID post was the job he really wanted to keep. “Over the past six years I have become very passionate about transportation, about infrastructure and about transit,” he said. “This gives me the ability to laser focus on transportation issues that will continue to help North Fulton that I think will be good for North Fulton and continue to help us from an economic development standpoint.” As a state senator, Beach says among the biggest constituent complaints is how tired they are of “sitting on Ga. 400 in near gridlock.” Chamber leaders said they approved of the reshuffling of leadership. “The GNFCC is very appreciative of Brandon’s work and leadership over the past 15 years,” said Roger Lusby, North
Fulton Chamber president. “His focus on jobs, transportation, and growth has created a dynamic chamber, and we wish him well at his new position with the North Fulton CID.” The Chamber and its Executive Board will begin a national search process for his replacement. Kerry Armstrong, chairman of the board for the North Fulton CID, said he welcomes having Beach in a focused role. “We’re excited about this next step for the Chamber and the CID and are thrilled the CID won’t miss a beat in carrying out our plans and vision,” he said. In addition to serving as CID executive director, Beach is chairman of the Ga. Senate’s Transportation Committee; he is a member of the joint House-Senate Metropolitan Atlanta Transit Overview Committee and is a member of the Senate Economic Development and Tourism Committee.
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Why North Fulton is so stinking great Preparing for the best
I was born in North Fulton, raised in North Fulton and I live with my family today in North Fulton. I have a good many friends up here who have said I should get out more, but you know what? GEOFF SMITH All those friends Assurance Financial, moved here. gsmith@lendtheway.com If you know me, you’ve heard me say this: I’d rather be from the place everyone is moving to than the place they are all moving from. And for the last 43 years, people and businesses have fought to get into North Fulton. Some say that North Fulton’s success is because of the fiber-optic cable that was laid along roads in Alpharetta in the early 1990s. Others say it was Jim Cowart’s vision to build the first gated community of Country Club of the South. I’ll add that it was Roswell’s vision back in the 1970s to develop what just recently was awarded the Gold Medal Award for the best Recreation and Parks Department in the entire country. You could keep going further back to Roswell’s founder, Roswell King in the mid-1800s. He stopped in Roswell to build a cotton mill. He was from Connecticut, and back then, the South shipped most of the cotton it grew to the North for processing. The finished products were shipped back down here to sell. King started the mill to cut out the shipping costs, and boom – a successful business town was born. It is beautiful country up here. Roswell has about 10 miles of the Chattahoochee River running through it, and Johns Creek has about 13. Big Creek flows from Forsyth County with a near-continuous bike path along it through Alpharetta to Roswell. Take a drive through Milton’s horse coun-
try, and you’ll get jealous in a hurry that you don’t live there. Go to Canton Street in Roswell, or see what’s going up in downtown Alpharetta near Avalon and you’ll feel the same way. It’s no wonder people want to pay top dollar to live here, and businesses want their employees to work here. Alpharetta has more than 600 technology companies within its borders. Windward Parkway should be a brand in itself. Johns Creek is awash in successful corporate offices — its downtown is essentially a grouping of corporate campuses. When they look for a move, today’s corporations are trying to think like millennials, who will make up half of the workforce by 2020. Most think that means moving intown near mass transit and in areas that are highly walkable and full of action. North Fulton is countering this with the most desired suburban downtowns in the metro area and an
incredible collection of undeveloped parks that take full advantage of the river and creeks. Roswell owns more than a mile of parkland along the Chattahoochee that is already master-planned. And once developed, it will be a park not just enjoyed here in North Fulton, but admired throughout the metro area. It will surely be yet another draw for businesses looking to make a move. I have not even mentioned the schools, but by almost any measure, you will not find a collection of higher-performing public high schools anywhere in Georgia. U.S. News’ rankings have 6 of the top 8 public high schools in Georgia as being located in North Fulton. North Fulton didn’t get this way because of a few major events. It got this way because great servants in our community took these great resources and worked them inch-by-inch, project-by-project and success-by-success to piece together what I think is the best place to live, work and play on the planet (a new friend of mine said its better than her home city of Paris, France. So, you do the math). The key now will be to take what we have been given to the next level so that my two boys will say the same thing in 30 years. And with the resources we already have, the sky should be the limit. Geoff Smith is a mortgage banker with Assurance Financial focusing on residential home loans for refinances and home purchases.
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Have you got a plan to prepare for the worst things that could happen to your business? The answer for most small business owners is yes. Anticipating problems and preparing for DICK JONES challenges is in the Founder & President DNA of most small Jones Simply Sales business owners. What about preparing for the best? While preparing for the best may sound funny, it’s not. If you are doing an incredible job growing your small business, and you’re not prepared to manage that growth, you may find yourself right back where you started from. All small business owners want success. And normally, the top category for success is revenue growth. Getting more customers, adding new products, expanding to additional markets are all strategies to help achieve this. But as you grow and expand, the level of complexity of your business changes. If you aren’t preparing for the best, your business could take a big hit. One of the first things that will implode when you grow, and don’t manage that growth, is customer service. If you’ve doubled the number of customers but still have the same number of resources providing customer service, it’s most likely not going to provide your customers with the same experience. If you have doubled or tripled your product line and haven’t changed your inventory management process, you may find out of stock or overstocked items. Preparing for the best assumes your business plan will work, that you will achieve success, and that you have anticipated and are prepared for exactly what you wanted in the first place.
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CUMMING GREEK FESTIVAL
From Oct. 20-22, enjoy a weekend of Greek life, culture and food at the annual Cumming Greek Festival. The festival offers a unique opportunity to experience the rich Greek culture, with continuous live Greek music, traditional bouzouki and energetic live Greek dance performances. Shop through a variety of authentic handcrafted gifts including ceramics, clothes, books, jewelry and more. Tickets are $2 for adults. For more information and tickets, visit cumminggreekfestival.com. Looking to get the word out about your event? Submit it to our online calendar at NorthFulton.com/Calendar.
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CARVIN’ IN CRABAPPLE
What: Bring a pumpkin and decorate it for free at the annual Carvin’ in Crabapple. Carving kits, painting supplies and decorations will be available. Afterward, there will be pumpkin bowling, storytelling and more. When: Sunday, Oct. 22, 2-5 p.m. Where: Broadwell Pavilion, 12615 Broadwell Road, Milton More info: cityofmiltonga.us
TRUNK OR TREAT
What: Join for a free night of fun and safe trick or treating at the third annual Trunk or Treat, hosted by the Johns Creek Police Department. When: Wednesday, Oct. 25, 6-8 p.m. Where: The Old Movius Building, 11360 Lakefield Drive, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov
FREE FITNESS IN THE PARK: ZUMBA
What: Join for a free group exercise class with the Fitness in the Park series. All classes are free, weatherpermitting, and are open to the public. See the City of Roswell’s Facebook page for cancellations. When: Saturday, Oct. 21, 9-10 a.m. Where: Town Square, 610 Atlanta St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
HAND ON ART LESSONS
What: Learn the basic techniques of drawing, painting, elements of art, principles of design and cartoon drawing. Registration is not required. When: Saturday, Oct. 21, 4 p.m. Where: Ocee Library, 5090 Abbotts Bridge Road, Johns Creek More info: afpls.org
JOHNS CREEK ARTS FESTIVAL
What: Ready, set and shop on the green space across from the Atlanta Athletic Club. Talented artisans will exhibit paintings, pottery, metalwork, folk art, glass, jewelry, yard art and more. Featuring live entertainment and Kids’ Zone. When: Saturday, Oct. 21, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; and Sunday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: 1930 Bobby Jones Drive, Johns Creek More info: johns.splashfestivals.com
MILTON NIGHT OUT
What: Explore a fire engine and police car, meet local firefighters and police officers and enjoy a bounce house. There will be food available. When: Saturday, Oct. 21, 4-7 p.m. Where: TBA More info: cityofmiltonga.us
A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM AT BULLOCH HALL
What: Tour the house by candlelight and meet President “Teddy” Roosevelt and his mother Mittie and other family members. Tours of the house are every 20 minutes. There will also be games, a bonfire and food outside. When: Saturday, Oct. 21, 6:30-9 p.m. Where: Bulloch Hall, 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell Cost: $12 for adults, $6 for children More info and reservations: roswellgov. com or 770-992-1731
PARK PLACE MOVIES
What: Each month, Park Place offers free screenings of classic films. This month’s movie is “The Zookeeper’s Wife.” When: Wednesday, Oct. 25, 1 p.m. and Thursday, Oct. 26, 5:30 p.m. Where: Park Place at Newtown School, 3125 Old Alabama Road, Johns Creek More info: johnscreekga.gov/parkplace or 678-512-3430
What: Alpharetta’s weekly gathering returns on Old Roswell Street with rotating food trucks and music each week. Six to eight food trucks from the Atlanta area will come out to help kick off the weekend early. When: Thursdays, 5-9 p.m. Where: Old Roswell Street in Alpharetta’s historic district More info: awesomealpharetta.com
ALPHARETTA FARMERS MARKET
What: The Alpharetta Farmers Market features fruits, vegetables, natural meats, fresh flowers and herbs, and a variety of home goods. When: Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., through Oct. 29 Where: Old Canton Street in downtown Alpharetta More info: alpharetta.ga.us
CUMMING FARMERS MARKET
What: Come by for a chance to enjoy locally produced vegetables, meat, baked goods, honey, soaps, flowers, art, woodworking and more. When: Wednesday and Saturdays, 6:30-10:30 a.m., through Sept. 30 Where: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road More info: cummingfarmersmarket.com
ROSWELL FARMERS & ARTISANS MARKET
What: The Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market offers fresh, local farm, ranch and artisan foods direct from producers, and much more. When: Saturdays, 8 a.m.–noon., through October Where: Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Roswell More info: roswellfam.com
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“MORNINGSIDE”
What: This shrewd new comedy takes place during a sunny spring afternoon in the Morningside neighborhood of Atlanta, where different generations are thrown together to battle it out. Imagine: a baby shower, nine women with secrets, and a case of champagne. When: Oct. 26 through Nov. 12, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest St., Roswell Cost: Tickets start at $29 More info and tickets: get.com
“ODE TO JOY!” AN EVENING WITH MARILYN SPARKS
What: Marilyn Sparks, known for her vibrant paintings of iconic southern imagery, will be in the gallery discussing the inspiration and techniques. When: Saturday, Oct. 21, 5-8 p.m. Where: Taylor Kinzel Gallery, 16 Elizabeth Way, Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
“FIDDLER ON THE ROOF”
What: “Fiddler on the Roof” is a musical set in Imperial Russia in 1905, following Tevye and his attempt to maintain his Jewish religious and cultural traditions as outside influences encroach upon the family’s lives. When: Oct. 13Through Nov. 5, times vary Where: Cumming Playhouse, 101 School St., Cumming Cost: Tickets start at $27.50 More info and tickets: playhousecumming.com
SCHOOLSCULPTURES WITH KEVIN REESE
What: Students of Vickery Mill Elementary School worked under the guidance of SchoolSculptures founder, Kevin Reese, in creating a one-of-a-kind mobile for their school in this exhibit. When: Through Oct. 31, times vary Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell More info: roswellgov.com
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VOTER EDUCATION
What: Representatives from the Fulton County Voter Education and Outreach will give an update on the Nov. 7th voting process, including how to use touch screen equipment and how to complete absentee ballots. When: Saturday, Oct. 21, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Where: Northeast/Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Road, Alpharetta More info: afpls.org or 770-360-8820
CHOOSE YOUR BEST PUBLISHING OPTION
What: An instructor from BookLogix will compare the two major publishing paths to give writers guidance on which path may be the better fit for them. Reservations required. When: Saturday, Oct. 21, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Where: East Roswell Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Road, Roswell More info and registration: afpls.org or 404-613-4050
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Riverside Military Academy
For over 111 years Riverside Military Academy has produced young men of purpose, integrity, and character. We offer a traditional, American-style education where personal values, honor, and love of country still matter. Riverside is not owned or operated by any particular religious denomination, but supports the spiritual and educational goals of all families. Upon graduation, a Riverside cadet has experienced the challenges of the military model of education and is completely prepared for the rigors of college. He is poised, polite, and confident in any social environment. Riverside cadets stand tall, offer a firm handshake, respect authority, and display a level of confidence that parents may not have
observed previously. Cadets of Riverside Military Academy attend grades 7 through 12 and benefit from a small class size and a 15:1 student teacher ratio. Our entire educational program centers around the way young men learn best. Riverside’s College Center assists cadets in preparing for and placing their college applications each year. The graduating class 2017 consisted
of 119 cadets who were admitted to over 120 universities across the world and earned over $6.7 million in collegiate scholarships not including HOPE scholarship. Three graduating seniors received appointments to the U.S. Military Academy –West Point, the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and the U.S. Air Force Academy. Riverside Military Academy holds dual accreditation in SACS and
SAIS. Our comprehensive program of rigorous academics, athletics and leadership development sets the stage for a lifetime of success. Riverside Military Academy is located on 206 acres on the shores of Lake Lanier in Gainesville, GA. For more information please visit our web site at www.riversidemilitary.com or contact our admissions office at 770538-2938.
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Holy Redeemer is a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence serving kindergarten through 8th grade. Our curriculum develops the whole child through science, mathematics, social studies, language arts, foreign language, P.E. and the arts. On average, our students score above state and national levels in standardized tests. Graduates from Holy Redeemer are praised by both public and Catholic high schools for their study and writing skills, content knowledge and dedication. Students learn to live their faith through religion classes that teach respect of self and others, weekly school masses, reconciliation and adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Grade-level and personal service projects instill the value of giving back to the community. Advanced technology supports STREAM (science, technology, religion, engineering, art and math) studies across all grade levels. Computers and interactive smartboards in every classroom and are fully networked
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The Cottage School The Cottage School (TCS) has provided a comprehensive program for middle and high school students with learning differences for the past 32 years. Last August, TCS expanded its program by adding a 4th and 5th grade class. TCS offers a unique program that focuses on small class sizes, a collaborative student/ teacher environment and a work-based model that promotes self-advocacy and fosters self-confidence. TCS provides an accredited academic college preparatory curriculum that meets Georgia graduation standards and HOPE scholarship requirements. Experiential classes and clubs include archery, drama, forensics and horticulture, among many others. The school’s 23-acre Roswell campus includes computer and science labs, a multi-purpose athletic and performing arts facility, indoor and outdoor classrooms, and trails for mountain biking and cross-country. TCS offers year-round sports including soccer, basketball, baseball, cross-country, tennis and golf. In addition, TCS also has a summer program that includes enrichment as well as academic programming. The Cottage School was recognized by the Masters in Special Education Resource Guide as one of the top 50 schools in the United States in 2015. We offer 12-month rolling admissions. Please visit cottageschool.org for more information or call 770-641-8688 for a private tour.
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McGinnis Woods Country Day School McGinnis Woods Country Day School is dedicated to inspiring students with the passion to excel through engaging hands-on, minds-on instruction. McGinnis Woods is a non-parochial school located in Alpharetta that offers a challenging curriculum for infants through 8th grade. McGinnis Woods Country Day School holds top accreditations, including GAC, SACS, and NAEYC and provides students with an exceptional learning environment. Small class sizes emphasizing individualized attention are a priority at McGinnis Woods. The rich core curriculum includes art, music, physical education, Spanish, health, computer education, and library instruction. Students learn through a variety of engaging teaching techniques and technologies with emphasis placed on differentiated groupings, STEM curriculum and unique projects which make each day memorable. Engaging guest speakers, monthly field trips, community service, and leadership opportunities round out the curriculum. Drama, Science Olympiad, Competitive Sports, and Robotics teams train year round. After school programs and Specialty Clubs are also available. Please visit www.mcginniswoods.org to learn more. Join us for an Open House on November 8 or January 27 or call 770-664-7764 to set up a private tour today. Experience the McGinnis Woods difference!
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Success in School … Success in Life Mill Springs Academy is an SACS/ SAIS accredited independent school community dedicated to the academic, physical, and social growth of those students who have not realized their full potential in the traditional setting. Since 1981 Mill Springs has been supporting student learning by raising expectations and developing self-motivation, while providing skills and values for life to students with ADHD and/or learning disabilities. Mill Springs offers a broad range of college preparatory options, along with fine arts and a competitive athletic program to foster interests or hidden talents. Small classes and an individualized curriculum help to capitalize on strengths while learning compensatory
strategies. If a student can’t We offer an learn the way extended day we teach … we program during should teach the the school year way a student can as well as sum- learn.” mer school and –Tweetie L. Moore, Founder camps in the summer months. Our 85-acre campus is nestled in the beautiful rolling hills and pasture land of Alpharetta. For more information, please visit our website at www. millsprings.org or call (770) 360-1336. Mill Springs participates in the GSNS/ SB10 program. Mill Springs Academy 13660 New Providence Road Alpharetta, GA 30004
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“If a student can’t learn the way we teach … we should teach the way a student can learn. “ Tweetie L. Moore, Founder • Grades 1-12 Coed • Small Classes • Structured, Supportive Environment • College Preparatory • Laptop Program • Competitive Athletic Programs • Extended Day Program • Art, Band, Chorus, Drama • Summer School and Camp • AdvancED/SAIS Accredited Mill Springs Academy maintains a non-discriminatory admissions policy in regard to race, creed, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin.
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Your decision today will influence the next decade By Kids ‘R’ Kids Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy, located at 3036 Old Atlanta Road in Cumming, is an excellent quality childcare facility that combines learning with playing. At every stage of your child’s journey, Kids ‘R’ Kids develops new and challenging ways to open the mind and expand the imagination – it’s what we call Smart Fun. Our foundation of love and trust is accompanied every step of the way by our teachers, parents and peers. Kids ‘R’ Kids has been educating children from ages 6 weeks to 12 years for the past 10 years. Brain Development the Kids ‘R’ Kids Way Our philosophy is “Hug First, Then Teach” as we understand that secure and safe emotional attachment is vital for the growth and development of your child’s brain. Our classrooms are filled with stimulating materials that allow teachers to facilitate children’s exploration through sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch as these sensory experiences send information directly to the brain and form the platform for healthy brain growth. We understand that each child is unique, so our teachers cater to different interests and learning styles. From infancy, your child will be exposed to many forms of language (including sign-language), and immersed in an environment rich in language and literacy. Our learning stations are filled with math manipulatives, science elements, and stimulating visuals that support brain pathways for cognitive development. Problem solving is considered one of the best ways to support brain development, so our teachers conduct activities to help children explore cause and effect and employ questioning strategies that promote higher level thinking. Technology and the Brain Technology is everywhere, so
children need healthy exposure to be prepared for life in the 21st century. Research shows, however, that hours of exposure to digital technology can lead to over stimulation of the brain, fatigue, and irritability. At Kids ‘R’ Kids, we take a balanced approach to technology. Our curriculum has been integrated with ABCmouse, one of the latest early childhood technology tools, to enhance learning. With the guidance of a teacher, children engage in digital activities that build language, math, science, and fine motor skills. Maximizing your Child’s Mental Capacity We believe in a nurturing learning environment, hands-on play, and novel experiences that ignite your child’s curiosity. With our exclusive Brain Waves™ curriculum and quality teachers, our goal is to provide stimulating experiences that support brain development and maximize your child’s mental capacity. From the well-trained staff members to the innovative school, children are given the opportunity to explore the world around them, establishing the basis for their future learning experiences. Infants through school age children can learn and play in the spacious school which includes: a cafeteria, playgrounds with age appropriate equipment, computer lab, library, water park, large covered patio, smart board technology, and much more! We have both a Jr. and Senior aftercare program. We service 6 local Elementary Schools. We are proud to support Toys for Tots, Wounded Worriers, St. Joseph’s Food Pantry, and Dawsonville No kill Animal Shelter. We are open for care from 6am to 6:30pm. Please feel free to stop by for a complimentary tour between the hours of 9am to 11am and 2:30pm to 4:30pm, Feel free to call us and schedule a tour. Regardless of your need, whether full time, part time, after school care, or seasonal camps, Kids ‘R’ Kids is the place for your child.
Woodward Academy: Excellence, character, opportunity Intimate, yet worldly. Nurturing, yet academically rigorous. Loving, yet on the cutting edge of technology. Can a school really have it all? We think it has to. Woodward North is the Johns Creek campus of Woodward Academy. Enrolling pre-K through sixth grade students and located on 33 beautifully wooded acres, it combines the intimacy of home with the resources of our Main Campus. With an average student-teacher ratio of 6:1, everyone from our principal to our school nurse to our beloved teachers is dedicated to caring for our kids every step of the way, while guiding them through a challenging college-preparatory curriculum. Expertise in science, math, reading, and writing is just the tip of the iceberg at Woodward North. We incorporate our STEM programs throughout the curriculum, preparing our students for success amidst a rapidly changing world. Students in pre-K through third grade enjoy weekly classes where they are taught foundational skills in technology, robotics and coding as well as general computer skills. Students in fourth through sixth grades take advanced classes in these subjects, with additional emphasis on engineering, design thinking, research, media production, and life skills to encourage and inspire critical thinking, problem-solving, and engaged collaboration. In addition, our Learning labs, MakerSpaces, and our dedicated STEM center known as the “Eaglesphere” are outfitted with the latest technology like BeeBots, SmartBoards, iPads, and other robotics and engineering tools that students use to solve real-world problems. Educating the whole child means cocurricular programs, athletics, and the arts are a vital part of every student’s educational journey. Programs like our world championship-winning Odyssey of the Mind teams teach students to collaborate, problem-solve, and employ design-thinking to over-
come obstacles and find solutions. From horseback riding and golf to an array of of other athletic options, every student is active at Woodward. Our arts programs are similarly extensive. Our students learn skills in music, performance, drawing, painting, and crafts that set them up for a lifetime of creative work. But all these programs and curricula only mean as much as the community behind them; at Woodward, students are part of a truly diverse community that cultivates strong character and a deep respect for difference. Here, these are more than buzzwords--diversity is our backbone. Every day, our students bring experiences from a vast array of cultures, ethnicities, religions, races, learning styles, and geographic neighborhoods, which means that every day they learn from peers who are different from them. We emphasize our global curriculum and service to support civic engagement. Our diversity, service, and global programs create truly compassionate citizens of the world. Most Woodward North students continue on to Main Campus in seventh grade for a whole new world of opportunities, including our Independent Scientific Research and Global Connections programs. The Academy provides extensive bus transportation, and many students choose to ride MARTA in designated Woodward cars with assigned security officers. A typical Woodward Academy graduating class attends more than 100 different colleges and universities, devotes 5,000 hours to community service, and earns more than $15 million in scholarships. They join an alumni network of 10,000+ and go on to live every version of success as engineers, musicians, professors, business leaders, you name it. To learn more about Woodward and the vast options available for students to create their own path, visit us at woodward.edu.
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Atlanta Academy, a recipient of the 2017 Blue Ribbon School Award, was founded in 2000 by teachers. Atlanta Academy serves more than 300 private preschool-8th grade students and their families in North Atlanta. Our mission to give every student the individual attention they need to succeed is at the core of everything we do. We provide a safe and welcoming environment for children to learn and thrive. Small class sizes allow our teachers to understand their students’ individual strengths and help them discover their own unique talents. We are committed to offering a well-rounded education. Our relevant and forward-thinking curriculum is enriched with a variety of opportunities for students to explore the arts, athletics, community service and social development in order to build the confidence and skills they need to succeed at prestigious private high schools, top-ranking public schools and magnet programs. And they do. More than
94% of Atlanta Academy graduates are accepted into their top choice high school, where they have a long record of outstanding performance. We invest in the best. Our teachers and staff rank among some of the best educators in the industry. Among our Kindergarten through 8th grade teachers, 78% hold master’s degrees. To keep our instructional skills sharp, we invest annually in professional development opportunities. We believe in the power of community. High performing student achievement is nurtured in an inclusive, non-denominational atmosphere, where families are engaged both inside and outside of our school. Together, we are fully invested in helping children grow into well-educated, independent problem-solvers who are prepared to excel in high school and beyond. We would love to meet you in person. Please call Kristi McCarthy, Director of Admissions, to schedule a tour today at 678.461.6102.
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Montessori Kids Academy is located at 3034 Old Atlanta Road in Cumming, next to the Publix shopping center. We are a SACS/CASI accredited school and a member of the American Montessori Society. We pride ourselves on having highly qualified, experienced teachers who are passionate about the Montessori philosophy and guiding children along their journey of learning. We currently participate in the Georgia Student Scholarship Program, a tax-savings program created to enable parents to use their money tax-free for education. Montessori Kids Academy offers a traditional Montessori student-focused constructivist teaching style. Our growing school teaches children from 18 months to 3 years of age in our pre-primary classroom, 3 years to 6 years of age in our primary classrooms, and 6 to 12 years of age in our elementary classrooms. We strive to maintain a low student to teacher ratio in each classroom. The school is housed in a 20,000 square foot, state-of-the-art building complete with a children’s garden, outdoor classroom, spacious library, learning kitchen, computer lab, indoor café, outside picnic patio, two music rooms, and traditional Montessori furnishings. The following daily enrichments are offered as part of our Montessori curriculum at no additional cost: Coding and Robotics, Spanish, French, Music, Art, Cooking, Physical Education, and Organic Gardening. Even our Pre-Primary students
participate in Physical Education and art. Transportation to and from regular field trips is provided by the new Montessori Kids Academy school bus. In addition to regular field trips that are off-site, we have many different visitors such as the Forsyth County firefighters, police and K-9 unit, Recycling Center, the Reptile Man and many other people who help complement our curriculum. Students enjoy daily yoga and journal writing in their classrooms, as well as the computer lab. Montessori Kids Academy gives parents bi-weekly emails and quarterly reports of their child’s progress, as well as frequent parent education nights, student presentations, and school social events. We want our families to feel like they are part of our school family. Montessori Kids Academy also offers an academic S.T.E.A.M. summer camp where students can learn while having fun. While at camp, the students will continue with Montessori Language Arts and Mathematics materials and lessons. The students will also participate in weekly field trips, either in-house for our youngest campers or off-site for the older students. Every day has an exciting new activity and each week’s theme will bring new excitement to the students as they learn about the world around them as well as tap into their creativity and imagination. We invite you to schedule a tour to see our traditional Montessori School that makes a difference around the world as well as at home.
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Baha’i Faith celebrates 200th birthday FORSYTH – This year the Baha’i Faith marks the 200th birthday of its founder Baha’ u ‘llah, with a metro-wide celebration Sunday, Oct. 22, at the Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Parkway, SE, Atlanta 30339. The celebration is from 4 to 6 p.m. featuring diverse artistic performances, community leaders and dignitaries from around Georgia. For tickets with reserved seating email Deborah Pesta at info@atlbahai200.org. Locally there are other celebrations: The Forsyth County celebration will
feature an open house that will include an explanatory Baha’i film. It will take place 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at the Cumming Library meeting room, 585 Dahlonega St., Cumming. The Bahá’í community of Alpharetta is hosting a celebration of the Bicentenary of the Birth of Bahá’u’lláh Saturday, Oct. 21, from 6-8 p.m. The event is at the Alpharetta Adult Activity Center, 13450 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta. Space is limited. Please RSVP to: secretary@alpharettabahai.org For information about the Baha’i Faith, go to www.bahai.org.
Georgia youth honored by national award for heroic service activity BOULDER, Colo. — Remington Youngblood, 16, of Duluth, has been named a 2017 honoree by the Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes. Each year, the Barron Prize celebrates 25 young people – some named as winners and some named as honorees – who have made a significant positive difference to people and the environment. This year’s Barron Prize honorees are a diverse group of young leaders chosen from more than 400 applicants across North America. Remington created Change4Georgia, a non-profit that has raised over $3 million in cash and in-kind donations to support a variety of causes. Since founding the group as a 10-year-old, Remington has collected and sent nearly $50,000 worth of care package items and 4,000 boxes of oatmeal to
troops overseas. He has also awarded nearly $11,000 in college scholarships to student veterans. To help promote literacy, Change4Georgia has collected and distributed more than 300,000 books and YOUNGBLOOD has built, painted and filled bookshelves for homeless shelters. Remington’s group has also delivered approximately 5,000 bouquets of donated flowers to the elderly, delivered nearly 4,000 sweet treats to local first responders, and donated sleeping bags, sports equipment, and toys to those living in homeless shelters. For more information, visit barronprize.org
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South Forsyth captures crucial region win over Milton By JOE PARKER joe@appenmediagroup.com MILTON, Ga. — South Forsyth head coach Jeff Arnette said his team is right where he wants them to be after downing Milton 21-13 — controlling their own destiny. South (7-0, 2-0) set a program mark for the best start to a season in program history and now sits atop the Region 5-AAAAAAA standings with North Forsyth. “It was a great victory for us,” Arnette said. “It was hard fought, but it was a win.” It was also a tale of two halves for Milton (5-2, 1-1) who struggled on both sides of the ball in the first half but came out for a fight in the second. South’s defense held Milton to just 37 yards in the first half while its offense put up three rushing touchdowns, two from Jared Honey and one from quarterback Cal Morris. Milton’s only real success in the first half came off a Lucas Moore blocked punt. Moore picked up the loose ball and scampered in for the first score of the game four minutes in. “We talked about facing adversity and overcoming
changes before the game, and the first that happens is they get a blocked punt and score,” Arnette said. “Our kids showed resiliency.” “We played unreal in that first half,” he said. Though they had a lackluster performance in the first half, Milton wasn’t ready to let South run away with the game. Milton came out in the third quarter with an onside kick attempt. South recovered, but Milton showed from the get-go it wasn’t going to roll over. Six minutes later, Milton was back on the scoreboard after Solomon Vanhorse broke a tackle, cut to his right to find running room and scooted into the end zone to cut South’s lead to 21-13. After Milton’s defense forced a punt, the Eagles
were once again within striking distance on South’s 27-yard line facing fourth-and-1. Quarterback Jordan Yates got the call for a quarterback sneak, but South’s defense got the push they needed to keep Yates at the line of scrimmage. Milton’s defense, which held South to 86 yards in the second half, got a fourth down stop of their own on South’s ensuing drive. An interception from South’s Jake Wilson would end that drive with four minutes remaining. Milton had the ball back with under two minutes left when Yates hit Dash Hairston for a 30-yard pass to South’s 25-yard line. After coming up with a huge reception, Hairston couldn’t bring in an over the shoulder pass on the next play. Three straight incompletions turned the ball over on downs with 1:17 left. Milton See SOFO, Page 33 used its two
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SOFO: Continued from Page 32 remaining timeouts and forced a punt, but when they were back on offense they had just 10 seconds to work with, needing a score and 2-point conversion to keep their hopes alive. Yates completed a pass to Hairston to the South 45-yard line and spiked the ball with one second remaining. Milton’s hook and ladder on the final play would fall short at the 30yard line. Though his team didn’t have the “unreal” performance of the first half, Arnette said he was pleased with his team’s gutsy play. “In the second half we kept having to go out there and get stops,” he said. “Defensively, we kept finding a way to get off the field.” Milton head coach Adam Clack also praised in his team’s performance in the second half. “They came out and took it to us in the first half,” Clack said. “The fact our guys were able to regroup and come back and play a phenomenal second half is phenomenal in regards to their grit.” Clack said the preparation for their game against South was not where it needed to be, but they have three more regular season games to improve. “This team is still growing, and we have a lot of games in front of us,” he said. “I still have all the confidence in the world in this football team.” South will look to improve its fortunes to 8-0 this week against North Forsyth (5-2, 2-0) in the Civil War. “We have another dogfight ahead of us,” Arnette said. Milton will face a winless Forsyth Central (0-7, 0-2) on the road.
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WEEK 9 (OCT. 13) FOOTBALL RECAP
South, West and North Forsyth all win vital region games
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Class 7A Walton 42, Roswell 21 — Walton’s offense got the better of Roswell Friday night, gaining nearly 500 yards and getting six touchdowns from quarterback Austin Kirksey. Both teams exchanged scores early, with Roswell scoring on a pass from Cordel Littlejohn to Walt Warren and adding another score on a Littlejohn rush. The score was tied at 14 midway through the second quarter before Walton scored on two straight possessions to go up 28-14 at the half. Roswell put up over 200 yards of offense in the second half but couldn’t find the scoreboard, while Kirskey added two more scores. Littlejohn accounted for over 200 of Roswell’s 346 total yards for the game. The loss was Roswell’s first in region play since 2014. West Forsyth 38, Forsyth Central 19 — West Forsyth opened a 31-0 lead and held Central scoreless until subs were brought in as the Wolverines improved to 1-1 in region play. Ben Bresnehan scored three touchdowns for the Wolverines. West also returned an interception and a kickoff for touchdowns in the win. West’s defense has allowed 14 points per game in their past four games. With the loss, Forsyth Central is still seeking its first win of the season (0-7, 0-2). The Bulldogs have yet to win a region game since joining Region 5-AAAAAAA last year (0-7). North Forsyth 45, Lambert 21 — North Forsyth used another big performance from quarterback Ben Bales
and their receiving core to earn their first-ever win over Lambert. Bales threw for over 400 yards with four touchdowns, most of those yards coming from receiver Cedric Touchstone who had 10 receptions for 161 yards and three scores. But not all of North’s 630 yards of total offense came from the passing game. Bryson Trigg also had a big night with 232 yards rushing with two touchdowns. Both teams scored on their opening possessions, with Lambert’s Peyton Rich connecting with Drew Dockter on a double pass for 35 yards and Trigg rushing for an 80-yard score. Lambert would regain the lead just a few minutes later, but North tied the game at 14 early in the second and held Lambert to a single score late in the third quarter while it built a 42-14 lead.
Class 6A Alpharetta 36, Johns Creek 7 — Alpharetta earned its sixth straight win and remained unbeaten in region play with a lopsided win over Johns Creek Friday night. Johns Creek took an early lead with a 24-yard touchdown pass on its opening possession, but that would be the Gladiators’ only score. Johns Creek was held to under 150 total yards in the game. Alpharetta’s rushing game proved vital in the win. Nolan Edmonds and Kevin Watkins combined for over 250 yards rushing. Edmonds scored three touchdowns, while Watkins put up two of his own, his first putting the Raiders in the lead for good in the second quarter. Cambridge 17, Northview 10 — After an 0-5 start to the season, Cambridge won its third straight by down-
ing Northview on Friday. With the Bears’ scoring usually coming from its passing game, Friday night was the running backs’ turn to find the end zone. Matt McCree put the Bears up 7-0 early in the first with a 39-yard touchdown, and Evan Kuykendall’s 1-yard rush proved to be the game-winning score early in the third. Northview tied the game at 10 with under two minutes remaining in the second quarter, but Cambridge’s defense, which has allowed just 11 points per game in their win streak, held the Titans scoreless in the second half. Centennial 45, North Atlanta 0 — Centennial won its fifth straight game Friday night, dominating a struggling North Atlanta team. Knights’ quarterback Max Brosmer threw four touchdowns in the win, three to Blane Mason, while Julian Nixon also scored two touchdowns. Centennial opened a 31-0 halftime lead and cruised to victory in the second half. The Knights’ defense posted the program’s first shutout since 2010.
Class 4A Blessed Trinity 41, Chestatee 14 — Blessed Trinity was up 14-0 less than four minutes into their Region 7-AAAA tilt against Chestatee. By the end of the first half, second-team players were getting playing time. BT scored 24 points in the second quarter and cruised to their second straight blowout region win. The Titans scored all five touchdowns on the ground. Steele Chambers scored twice, and Elijah Green, Quinton Reese and Ryan DuPoint all added touchdowns. The Titans are outscoring region opponents 91-28 this season.
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