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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 signlanguage), 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.
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Montessori Kids Academy Montessori Kids Academy is located at 3034 Old Atlanta Road in Cumming, next to the Publix shopping center. We are an AdvancEd accredited school and a member of the American Montessori
Society. 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 preprimary 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: French, Spanish, Music, Art, Cooking, Coding and Robotics, P.E., and Organic Gardening. Transportation to and from regular field trips is provided by the Montessori
Kids Academy school bus. Students enjoy daily yoga in their classrooms and the computer lab. Montessori Kids Academy also offers an academic 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. 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 call to schedule a tour or to stop by and see our traditional Montessori School that makes a difference around the world as well as at home. 678-208-0774 info@montessoricumming.com - www.montessoricumming.com
Serving ages 14 months to 12 years
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3034 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA 30041 678-208-0774
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King’s Ridge Christian School Dr. Jeff D. Williams Head of School King’s Ridge Christian School is a very special place. Among our strengths, there are a number of things that set us apart. First, it is a place of great intellectual activity and academic rigor. We seek to be the best in the world at providing a WILLIAMS Christian college-preparatory program for students in grades Pre-K - 12; teaching students to view all learning through a Biblical template. Second, we have a passion to bring every student into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ while equipping our students to do with all excellence that which God calls them to do. From our founding in 2001 until now, our enduring mission has been to be a Christian community providing a college preparatory education equipping student to know, to serve, and to believe in Christ. Third, we’re preparing young men and women not just for college but also for life. Our aim is to educate not indoctrinate. Students not only have the freedom but also the encouragement to pursue knowledge, as well as their giftedness and calling, to the fullest extent possible. It would be my honor to introduce you to the King’s Ridge Christian School that I’ve come to know: a place where learning is contagious, the faculty is engaging, faith is deepened, and exciting things are happening. If you share the same passion and mission and are interested in experiencing it, I hope you’ll pay us a visit.
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Wesleyan School
Wesleyan School believes faith and intellect are great partners with each other. At Wesleyan, it’s not a matter of choosing faith or intellect, but rather using both to create the best possible education for your child. Our leadership and faculty work to provide students with an atmosphere that is challenging, reinforces the value of hard work, and emphasizes
A college preparatory environment, students have access to a wide range of academic opportunities along with athletics, arts, service, and other extracurricular activities. Wesleyan’s 85-acre campus provides state-of-the-art academic facilities along with on-campus practice space for athletics and arts. Located just outside of I-285 in Peachtree Corners, at the start of the 2019-2020 school year 1,779 students enrolled in grades K-12. Wesleyan offers bus routes throughout the metro Atlanta area. Supervised care before school is included in the cost of tuition and after care is available (K-8) until 6:00 p.m. at an affordable rate.
character and integrity above accomplishment. Wesleyan prepares students for each stage of life and provides them the opportunity to see all the possibilities that lie before them. Wesleyan’s school motto is JOY-Jesus, Others, Yourself, and every aspect of school life is oriented to reinforce this philosophy of putting Jesus first and others ahead of ourselves.
Where authentic Christian mission and academic excellence aren’t mutually exclusive
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Woodward Academy “Social and emotional learning” are more than just buzzwords. I oversee an initiative to incorporate the Social, Emotional, and Ethical (SEE) Learning Curriculum developed by the Center for Contemplative Science and CompassionBased Ethics at Emory University. What is SEE Learning? Increasingly, scientific research demonstrates that human values can be trained as skills given the appropriate methods for doing so; that such training can result in measurable benefits for both physical and psychological health; and that these prosocial values correlate with ethical action in real-world situations, leading to better outcomes for self and others. SEE Learning, or Social and Emotional Learning 2.0, provides educators and their students with specific methods, techniques, and approaches to cultivating resilience, compassion, and other basic values important for individual and collective flourishing. Rather than a top-down approach, SEE Learning uses constructivist methods: students are exposed to many viewpoints, engage in insight activities, and then use reflective tools to move their values from being merely “head knowledge” to being deeply rooted within their hearts and minds. Why now? Since ancient times, edu-H
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cators have known that a comprehensive education must include helping students to cultivate character and ethical disI’m deeply honored to help school cernment, as well as providing students administration, faculty, staff, and with knowledge and practical skills. The pre-K to 12th graders incorporate SEE causes of our societal problems—from an curriculum in counseling, advisory, increase in anxiety and school violence mindfulness practices, and responsive to environmental degradation to national H Y design, and I’m so grateful classroom security—lie not only in external condiAC TE ENTL the resiliency skills and ethical tions, but also in the decisions that we as E knowing R FE we are cultivating will pay human beings make based on our values. W IFdispositions These values have great practical value as D themselves forward immeasurably. well because employers increasingly recJennifer Knox is the Woodward Acadeognize that training in “soft skills” result my’s Director of Character Education and in long-term success for the individual. H H C AC TLY EA NTLY AC TLY T E E T N E T N WE FER WE FERE WE FERE IF DIF D F CCHH LLYY DI A A TTEE NNTT of WEE FFEERREE W F F I I DD Learn more at Cottage COTTAGESCHOOL.ORG The School (TCS) is celH Y ebrating its 35th year providing a C A TE ENTL comprehensive program for 4th-12th E R W FE grade students with learning differof DIF of ences. TCS offers a work-based model that promotes self-advocacy and fosters Learn more at COTTAGESCHOOL.ORG Learn self-confidence, preparing them for life ofmore at COTTAGESCHOOL.ORG of after graduation in vocational or postsecondary educational paths. Our acLearn more at COTTAGESCHOOL.ORG Learnmore moreatat COTTAGESCHOOL.ORG COTTAGESCHOOL.ORG Learn credited college preparatory curriculum meets Georgia graduation standards and of HOPE scholarship requirements to take students to graduation and beyond. Our students enjoy experiential Learn more at COTTAGESCHOOL.ORG learning with clubs including archery, drama, forensics, horticulture and offcampus experiences throughout the year. 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 encourages students of all abilities to participate in athletics by offering sports such as soccer, basketball, baseball, cross country, tennis, and golf. After experiencing consistent growth, TCS added a dedicated elementary building, the Discovery Cottage, and construction is set to begin on a new
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building which will house state of the art classrooms, multimedia art studios, and vocational and technical labs. This unique learning space provides our students and staff room to grow while still maintaining small class size. The Cottage School has built a oneof-a-kind learning environment perfect for students who learn differently. We offer 12-month rolling admissions for all grade levels. Visit our website or call for a campus tour today. The Cottage School 700 Grimes Bridge Road Roswell, Georgia 30075 770-641-8688 www.cottageschool.org
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The Davis Academy From Kindergarten Prep - Eighth Grade, The Davis Academy teaches to the whole child, creating compassionate leaders and equipping them with skills they will use for the entirety of their academic careers and beyond. Davis graduates attend the most prestigious public and private high schools in Atlanta, they know who they are and continuously make a difference in their communities and the world. Students learn amongst a warm and supportive community that shares common values and visions. We teach life skills, instill Jewish values, and provide diverse experiences so that our students become well-rounded and self-confident individuals. We celebrate both the ways our diversity makes our school vibrant and the individual differences that make our school community so unique. With a retention rate of 97%, The Davis Academy community is comprised of families from across the globe, nation, and 31 metro Atlanta zip codes.
Given that Davis families live across The Greater Atlanta Area, The Davis Academy has launched a FREE bus transportation program with the goal of making The Davis Academy accessible to as many families as possible. The bus program offers routes in the following areas: Alpharetta, Johns Creek, East Roswell, Brookhaven, Buckhead, Chastain, Dunwoody and new added routes in the Sandy Springs area.
Parent information Session: Dive Into Davis A unique hands-on experience to learn what 21st Century education at The Davis Academy is all about and understand what to expect from high
quality education. Limited space available. To save your seat please visit davisacademy.org/events or call 678527-3300. Wednesday, February 5, 2020, 10–11:30 am
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Kindness matters at Atlanta Academy Academics are essential to a child’s education; however, character development is equally important to ensuring children’s overall success. Fostering good character by creating a warm and nurturing culture is an integral part of Atlanta Academy. Research shows that this type of environment enriches students’ academic performance, health and well-being, and happiness. Each morning our preschool8th grade students begin their day together. This school assembly provides a unique opportunity for everyone to be mindful and present. Mrs. Dishman, Head of School, asks students to think about their day and how they can be a better person and friend. After this moment, a student offers words written from their heart. These prayers include peace for our nation, help to those in need or thoughts for a family member or pet. In and outside the classroom, our faculty helps nurture positive emotional intelligence. Teachers lead by example to model and instill values such as empathy, integrity, resiliency, and honesty.
Collaboration, communication, and problem-solving are essential lifeskills that our students practice every day. Giving back to our local community and world teaches our students to be responsible individuals and empathetic towards others. Through Atlanta Academy Cares, students participate in service projects to help those who are less fortunate. To maximize the impact of their experience, there are age-appropriate activities for each grade. This helps each child understand their contribution and know that what they are doing is making a difference in someone’s life. At Atlanta Academy, we believe in educating the whole child by expanding their minds with challenging academics while nurturing their social and emotional well-being. As a result, we see our students experiencing excitement and joy in the classroom and activities around campus. Our graduates are confident students who thrive in a range of exceptional college preparatory high schools and life beyond school.
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No place like High Meadows School There is no place like High Meadows School. Since 1973, High Meadows students in Pre-K through 8th grade have learned through experiential, immersive educational opportunities offered both in the school’s spacious, light-filled classrooms and across 42 acres of grassy fields and scenic woodlands. High Meadows School’s progressive curriculum is focused on developing future global citizens and innovative leaders who embrace challenge and think for themselves. High Meadows lower years classrooms offer low student-teacher ratios in which instruction emphasizes academic excellence, love of learning, critical thinking, and environmental and social responsibility. As a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in progressive education, High Meadows is an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering its renowned Primary Years Program for students in preschool through fifth grade. High Meadows School’s accomplished and experienced faculty lead each student on this journey. Through interactive, inquiry-based instruction, supported by of-the-moment technology and our nature-based campus, High Meadows teachers are unequaled in their intellect, passion, and compassion for these kids. Every day they inspire authentic learning opportunities that are engaging and sticky (literally and figuratively!). When children graduate from High Meadows, they are empowered with a deep respect for international perspectives, an intuitive understanding of life’s interconnectedness, and an exceedingly strong sense of self. Education is an expedition that starts from the moment we are born. When we teach children to be
curious and inquiring at an early age, we create within them a love of learning that lasts an entire lifetime. What is more important than that? Come see how all this comes to life with a tour of our campus. We invite you to talk with us about how your child may find his or her sense of place with us,
and speak with current and alumni parents to learn about their own experiences firsthand. Open House, January 26th from 2 - 4 p.m. highmeadows.org 770-993-2940
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The Montessori difference Maria Montessori, Italy’s first woman doctor, invented a system of early childhood education based on her scientific observations of how the child constructs himself through interaction with his environment. Her emphasis on the importance of the “prepared” environment created by the teacher offers the child the freedom to choose his work. This freedom - which is given when the child demonstrates the responsibility to use it wisely - allows him to remain with an activity until its purpose is accomplished. Working without artificial timelines allows him to engage in the spontaneous repetition of a skill so that it is refined; this freedom also creates in him the ability to concentrate for long periods of time and to feel the satisfaction of mastery. In a Montessori environment, the teacher serves as a guide rather than as a traditional instructor. She continually observes the child, using these observations to give the next lesson so that he steadily progresses. The multi-aged classroom gives every child regular opportunities to be the learner as well as the leader in the security of a home-like environment which is cared for by everyone in it, teacher and student alike. The Montessori classroom is ordered and beautiful, filled with materials that are aesthetically pleasing, materials which cap-
ture the imagination and assist in physical, academic and social development. Montessori develops children who are responsible, creative, innovative, respectful and kind. Montessori children are truly the citizens of the future, equipped to face challenges with confidence and competence. Located near the intersection of 141 and McGinnis Ferry Road in Johns Creek, Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia provides excellence in Montessori education for infants, toddlers and children to six years old. JCMSOG provides an authentic Montessori environment, where each individual’s needs are respected, and everyone works together for the good of the community. The focus is always on helping the children to develop themselves in a caring, peaceful environment. By helping children to develop independence, we assist them in their physical and emotional development. As their sense of security in their ability to care for themselves and their environment grows, their brains have more energy or “bandwidth” for increased academic learning. Additionally, this focus on development of muscular control is a first step in developing self-discipline. The JCMSOG Difference is best experienced in person. Please schedule a visit with your child to observe our “Montessori Magic” www.JCMSOG.org 770-814-8001
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Saint Francis Schools Saint Francis School is a SACS/SAIS accredited, independent, non-profit, nonsectarian college preparatory school founded in 1976. The mission of Saint Francis School is to provide a college preparatory program to students with diverse academic ability in a structured environment that is challenging and supportive. Kindergarten – 8th grades are located on the 24-acre Roswell Campus while the High School is located on the 47-acre Alpharetta campus. The school’s commitment to small class sizes, low pupil-to-teacher ratio, and a strong emphasis on structure and organization allows students to enjoy success in academic areas and develop the self-confidence necessary to be successful in college. Curriculum offerings include AP, Honors, Traditional and Support classes. With a 100% acceptance rate to college and with the majority of graduates qualifying for the Hope Scholarship, Saint Francis alumni attend a wide variety of programs ranging from Ivy League schools, to small private colleges to prestigious Art Institutes. Saint Francis is a Google Apps for Education Classroom, utilizing laptops in grades 4 – 12. Specialized reading programs offered include Fundations®, Wilson Reading System®, Just Words® and supplemental support from Cars® and Stars® Reading Comprehension. Sports are offered at both the middle and high school (GHSA) including football, soccer, baseball, track, swimming, wrestling, softball, volleyball and equestrian. For more information call 770.641.8257 Ext. 56 (Grades 1– 8) and 678.339.9989 Ext. 33 (Grades 9 – 12) or visit our website: www.saintfrancisschools.com.
Alpharetta Christian Academy Soars We are a private Christian school serving ages 18 months through the 5th grade with values and teachers you can trust. Our small class sizes and Christian curriculum are designed to give your child the best possible educational experience while keeping it affordable. We have achieved the highest level of accreditation for a traditional education center. This classification is granted to a center that has involved its faculty and staff in a study of the GAC principles and has provided the Commission with satisfactory documentation that all principles required for Accredited with Quality status have been met. Our preschool strives to provide social interactions, physical activities, and academic experiences. It is our desire to help provide the spiritual and
academic foundation on which each child can build in order to be a lifelong learner. Alpharetta Christian Academy preschool provides an age-appropriate environment that focuses on cognitive, fine motor, gross motor, and social/emotional skills. While we firmly believe in the importance of modern education and technology, we still teach traditional subjects in our Elementary program. Starting in the first grade, students learn cursive writing. We also give spelling tests and teach character education and manners. Students are taught to value, respect, and serve others on a daily basis. To arrange a tour, call 770-475-5762 or visit our website at www.alpharettachristianacademy.com
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Grades 6 – 8 Tues., Jan. 14 Tues, Feb. 4 Tues., Feb. 25
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McGinnis Woods School McGinnis Woods School is dedicated to inspiring students with the passion to excel through engaging handson, minds-on instruction. The non-parochial school located in Alpharetta offers a wellrounded, challenging curriculum for infants through 8th grade. McGinnis Woods 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 STEM, art, music, physical education, Spanish, health, computer education, and library instruction. Students learn through a variety of engaging teaching techniques which include a 1 to 1 iPad initiative for students in 2-8th grade and an emphasis on differentiated groupings, STEM opportunities, and unique projects which make each day memorable. Guest speakers, frequent 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 or call 770-664-7764 to set up a tour today. Experience the McGinnis Woods difference!
WE ARE PISGAH! A leading Preschool through 12th grade independent Christian school located in the heart of North Fulton in Atlanta.
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New IRA laws
By Michelle Wilson Wilson Legal, PC
On December 20, 2019, President Trump signed the Secure Act which changed the rules for IRA accounts especially for people who WILSON inherit an IRA. As an elder law attorney, I like to keep my clients updated on the changes that occur in our community and in our state and federal laws that affect the way that they may be planning to transfer wealth. The new rule requires an inherited IRA to be withdrawn in 10 years after your death for a beneficiary that is not your spouse. Take a look at the amount of savings you plan to pass to your children. How much of your savings are in IRA accounts? How much income tax will be due each year if your child is forced to withdraw the entire account in 10 years? It may be a good time to re-evaluate your plans for transferring and protecting your wealth to avoid paying more in income taxes. Just a note on the age of your beneficiaries, I have had two clients whose parents left funds to minor children. A child under 18 can receive $10,000 under the Georgia Gifts to Minor’s Act. Amounts
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Free community workshops • January 17, 2020: 7 Parts of Life - Over 55 • February 13, 2020: The Truth about VA & Medicaid Benefits • March 20, 2020: Probate Court: When & Why You Have to Go Details: 407 East Maple St., #105, Cumming, GA 30040; Workshops are at 3 p.m. Seating is limited. Please call to reserve your space. 770-205-7861
over $10,000 require a conservatorship unless you can get a probate judge to authorize a GTMA account for more than the limit. A conservatorship requires two attorneys – one for the proposed conservator of the funds and one for the child – at least one hearing, and an insurance bond which is renewed annually. These are costs that you can easily avoid using a trust to receive funds for a minor child. If you have a minor child on your beneficiary list for your retirement account, please talk to an estate planning or elder law attorney to make sure you take action now to avoid extra costs and taxes in the future. I can help. Call 770-205-7861 and reserve your time today! We are the law firm where planning meets peace of mind.
Dunwoody Baptist Preschool For over 50 years, our vision at Dunwoody Baptist Preschool has been to inspire the love of learning by nurturing each child within a Christ-centered environment. We offer 2, 3 and 4 day Playmates for children ages 6 months to 2 years as well as Preschool for 3’s and Pre K for 4 year olds. Our Young 5’s program is unique and geared for children with summer and fall birthdays. Young 5’s is aligned with kindergarten standards, but the pace of the day and the small class size is perfect for some children. DBP children not only learn and explore within the classroom, they enjoy music and science classes, gym, playground time and chapel. In addition to our caring teachers and high quality learning experiences, we focus on developing our children spiritually. With Bible stories woven throughout the curriculum, our children experience God’s truth, power and love in fun and engaging activities. On Jan 8th at 10am we will be hosting a tour of our school. Registration for new students begins January 14th, 2020 at 9:30am. For more details and to see all that is going on at DBP, please visitwww.dbc.org/weekdayschool.
Christ-centered preschool serving Dunwoody for 50 years, nurturing children to love learning and to love Jesus!
6 months - Young 5’s Low Student-to-Teacher Ratios Chapel, Music, Gym & Science Classes Unique Young 5's Class Designed for Kindergarten Readiness Extended-day and Enrichments in Phonics, Cooking, Piano & Little Ballerinas
Registration begins January 14! Visit our website for details.
Contact Lesley Kammerer Interim Director lkammerer@dbc.org 770.280.1230
dbc.org/weekdayschool Dunwoody Baptist Preschool is located on the Dunwoody Baptist Church campus.
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Celebrating 14 years in Dunwoody The Montessori School of Dunwoody provides a classroom where each child is free to respond to their natural curosity and desire to learn. Your child’s inherent love of learning is encouraged by giving them oppurtunites to engage in spontaneous, meaninghful activities. Our classroom is fully equipped with enriching Montessori materials. Lessons are indiviually presented to your child in order to provide an immediate and accurate assessement of their capabilities, retention and interest. This learning process developes critical thinking, self organization, cognitive structures and social skills. Our teachers are fully AMI accreditied.They have the expertise to inspire your children to reach their own greatness. Call today to schedule a personal tour.
Our teachers have the expertise to inspire your children to reach their own greatness.
Cornerstone Christian Academy Nestled in beautiful Peachtree Corners, Cornerstone Christian Academy (K-8) is the perfect combination of rigor and love.At Cornerstone, there is an evident bridge between writing and reading, with a focus on reading strategies that develop a mastery of decoding and comprehension skills. By using a systematic approach to phonics, students develop word knowledge which moves them toward conventional spelling. Writing specialists enrich the curriculum by teaching the craft of writing and then help students move to more technical writing in all subject areas. Analytically, Cornerstone students love STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), thinking outside the box and using their God-given talents to solve real world problems. Biblical worldview integration throughout the curriculum connects a Biblical framework to all aspects of life that leads to understanding and wisdom. Cornerstone’s approach is holistic and
includes applicable technology instruction, competitive sports programs and multiple fine arts opportunities. Grade levels intentionally serve in our communities and experience all that is offered through a wide range of field trips. Weekly Chapel services and Bible studies are favorite times of the week for students and faculty alike. Weekday tours and weekend Open Houses are held during the school year. Parents are encouraged to register for these events to discover what makes Cornerstone so unique. For more information, call (770) 4419222 or visit online at www.cornerstonecougars.org.
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Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School enrolls 1,340 students in Grades PK3-12. Borrowing a phrase from our school hymn, we say that we “inspire each mind and fire each heart,” because at HIES we have created a unique, vibrant learning community filled with encouragement and every imaginable opportunity for our students to explore their talents, pursue their passions and achieve their full potential. HIES offers an educational program encompassing academics, arts, athletics and spiritual formation. Through opportunities to grow intellectually, spiritually, physically and emotionally, students develop their individual worth and dignity. The challenging academic program prepares students for higher education and emphasizes learning as a pathway toward ethical leadership and a commitment to the common good. Students learn in small classes and actively participate in all classroom discussions. HIES is a community where close connections between student and teacher
flourish within the curriculum. The Upper School offers nearly 30 Honors and Advanced Placement classes from which to choose. With a team of highly regarded college counselors, we are committed to working closely with each student and family to help navigate the college search and application process. As a Global Member of Round Square, an international network of 180 schools in 50 countries, HIES provides
a multicultural education for students through travel, student exchanges, globally-minded service and partnerships with key organizations and speakers. The school provides a welcoming and supportive environment, embraces the differences inherent in a diverse community and embodies the inclusive Episco-
pal tradition of respect for the beliefs of others. HEIS is an active Christian community of faith engaged in local, national and international service to others. Located on 43 acres on Mount Vernon Highway in Sandy Springs, the school is easily accessible from all parts of Metro Atlanta.
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St. Martin’s Episcopal School St. Martin’s Episcopal School (SMES) is Atlanta’s preschool through 8th-grade experience dedicated to graduating well-rounded individuals ready to wholeheartedly embrace life. St. Martin’s serves 630 students and offers a challenging curriculum, outstanding facilities and many opportunities for students to learn about the world and themselves through intellectual adventures, extracurricular opportunities and spiritual formation. St. Martin’s touts a new Early Childhood Learning Center with classrooms specifically designed for two-year-olds through first grade, a STEAM village that intentionally connects a science lab, tinker space and art room and an outdoor learning space all geared to foster engagement and collaborative learning among young children. Elementary School at St. Martin’s is a vibrant community with a focus on a loving structure balanced with high academic expectations grounded in a STEAM-based education. Students learn life skills such as time management and teamwork along with core academics and co-curricular classes to stretch their knowledge of the world. By actively meeting the developmental needs of early adolescents in Middle School, the program allows students to grow into themselves - academically, physically, artistically and spiritually. The Middle School has a traditional structure designed to prepare students for academically rigorous high schools. The stimulating
curriculum engages young minds by developing sound study skills and creating inquisitive habits of mind. The Kairos Learning Center within St. Martin’s offers a unique learning environment for students who have language-based difficulties such as dyslexia, dysgraphia and dyscalculia. This ‘school within a school’ approach allows identified students to receive additional support balanced with immersion in the overall St.
Martin’s Episcopal School experience. As an Episcopal School, students’ spiritual growth is an important part of our mission. Students are inspired to be good citizens, to serve the community and to love and respect oneself and others. We invite you to visit our campus to learn more. Please contact the Admission Office at (404)-228-0709 and visit www.stmartinschool.org.
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Marist School Since 1901, Marist School has sustained a legacy of excellence in all aspects of Catholic secondary education from academics to spiritual growth, compassionate leadership, and service to others. Marist School is an independent, Roman Catholic, college-preparatory day school enrolling approximately 1,100 boys and girls in grades seven through twelve. Owned and operated by the Society of Mary (more commonly known as the Marists), Marist School was founded in downtown Atlanta in 1901 and moved to its current site on Ashford Dunwoody Road in 1962. The mission of Marist School is to form the whole person in the image of Christ through instruction grounded in religious values, the teachings of the Catholic Church, and the spirit of the Society of Mary. The mission is advanced through communal pursuit of excellence in academic, religious, extracurricular, leadership, and service programs. The distinctive Marist spirit and values are at the center of everything, ensuring Marist graduates develop the strength of character and skills they need to make a difference in today’s complex world. Marist School’s dynamic curriculum is experiential and interdisciplinary, balancing leading-edge innovation in pedagogy and technology with a comprehensive course of study that engages students with the spirituality and heritage of a Catholic education. Beyond academics, students have opportunities to explore their interests and passions through athletic and arts programs, campus ministry offerings, and many other extracurricular activities. More than 98% of Marist students participate in at least one extracur-
ricular activity. Marist students learn to be faith-filled servant leaders by providing at least 40 hours of direct service to others before graduation and learning to dialogue with those different from themselves.
The Marist experience is rich, comprehensive, and balanced; it culminates with graduates who have integrity, a sense of purpose, and a knowledge of who they are and what they are called to do.
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Endeavor Montessori
A Montessori education offers a curriculum that focuses on developing physical, cognitive, social and emotional growth, enabling them to reach their full potential and gain an appreciation for learning that lasts a lifetime. Endeavor Montessori, opened fall 2019 in Dunwoody, GA, and is enrolling children ages 6 weeks-5 years for 2020. Endeavor Montessori’s curriculum is distilled from the experiences and knowledge of esteemed Montessori certified teachers and leaders. Designed for infants through middle school age children, the curriculum implements a modernized Montessori approach that cultivates the whole child through a nurturing and inspiring school environment, as well as our rigorous yet celebratory approach to learning through critical thinking, cultural awareness and entrepreneurship. At Endeavor Montessori, teachers know that each child learns differently and will accommodate each student’s specific needs and learning style. Children, and parents, will benefit from a warm and close-knit school community with educators who are passionate about the growth of each child. One of Endeavor Montessori’s main goals is to develop self-directed citizens of the world. Through a global approach to learning, cultural awareness and a sense of connection with all human beings will be instilled in each child. Children will benefit from learning that these differences should always be respected and from the integration of global languages into their curriculum. Endeavor Montessori offers a learning environment where children are exposed to appropriate levels of technology, integrated seamlessly into an enhanced Montessori curriculum. This approach, along with a Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math (STEAM) program, addresses the demands placed by modern education, while also strengthening children’s innate desire to seek knowledge on their own and find the answers to their own questions. To learn more about our curriculum, and for enrollment for children ages 6 weeks-5 years, call (770)-637-1242 or visit our website at endeavormontessori.com.
Opening Fall 2019, Endeavor Montessori offers a modernized and holistic educational approach designed for infants through middle school. Endeavor Montessori students will benefit from: • Distilled Montessori curriculum based on the experiences and knowledge of esteemed Montessori leaders and educators across the country • Lessons in leadership that create action-oriented individuals able to overcome daily challenges • STEAM topics and global languages integrated into a balanced curriculum • A community-based approach to learning that drives strong bonds between staff and families • Montessori-certified teachers who are passionate about the growth of each child • Beautiful outdoor learning spaces and purposeful play areas
Reserve your spot today by calling 770-637-1242 or visiting our website at endeavormontessori.com. 48 Perimeter Center East, Atlanta, GA 30346
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Endeavor International School In an increasingly competitive world, children need an education that prepares them for a complex economy. Introducing Endeavor International School, a new IB (International Baccalaureate®) high school in Dunwoody, Georgia serving students from 9th grade to 12th grade. We offer a private high school education and implement the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme (DP), ensuring a rigorous education in the sciences and arts with professional educators trained to develop young minds to their maximum potential. Students graduating with an IB diploma are 18 percent more likely to be admitted to an Ivy League university and 22 percent more likely to be admitted to the top 25-ranked schools in the United States, according to Crimson Education’s IB survey. At Endeavor International School, we help students get into the best universities and prepare them for success when they get there. Our teachers are highly-trained in their subjects, as well as the Montessori method. This offers an effective, unique learning experience unlike any other high school-level program in the Atlanta area. With small class sizes and immersive instruction techniques, students are able to learn in a collaborative fashion and develop thinking and communicative skills that serve them in and outside the classroom. At Endeavor International School, your child receives more than a high-quality education – they learn how to enjoy learning. Our students are taught how to think beyond the standardized test and dig deep into their subjects, absorb the curriculum, and develop high-level, critical-thinking skills. Not only do
our students gain a strong grasp on their material, but they better understand their own minds, which puts them in an advantageous position as they go on to the university level and choose career paths. We are now accepting applications for the 2020-
2021 school year! See our school for yourself and speak with our educators about how we can help realize the dreams you have for your child’s future. Visit our website at EndeavorInternationalSchool.com or call us at 770-802-2194 to learn more.
Dunwoody’s Premier IB High School Enhanced by a Montessori Foundation Endeavor International School is Dunwoody’s first IB High School that offers the prestigious International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme (DP). Students at Endeavor International School will benefit from: • Attending an IB World School that leads to a prestigious high school diploma recognized by universities around the world • A rigorous high school education that exceeds the IB criteria and is steeped in Montessori principles to enhance each student’s learning experience and encourage personal development • Participating in the International Baccalaureate® (IB) Diploma Programme (DP), which aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people • Expert educators trained in how to create a positive and effective learning environment while meeting students’ intellectual, emotional and physical needs
Now Accepting Applications for the 2020-2021 School Year! 770-802-2194 | endeavorinternationalschool.com | 48 Perimeter Center East, Atlanta, GA 30346 *Endeavor International School is currently operating at Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs and will move to the new Dunwoody location in January 2020.
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Mount Vernon School Your child should love school. At Mount Vernon, we believe that relationships are foundational to learning and when teachers truly know and understand their students’ curiosities and passions, incredible things can happen. We encourage one another to discover, explore, teach, create, design, and play. We recognize how important it is for children to be challenged academically while navigating character development. We strive to inspire young minds to discover who they are and what opportunities exist in this world. This personalized approach has led students in every grade level to pursue passion projects, collaborate with nonprofit organizations, and work with Fortune 100 corporations. In just 12 short years, MV alumni are expanding their footprint across the country by being accepted to schools such as Duke University, Brown University, Dartmouth College, University of Notre Dame, United States Air Force Academy, the Georgia Institute of Technology, and the University of North CarolinaChapel Hill as a recipient of the Morehead-Cain scholarship. Beyond rigorous core academics, students have access to more than 54 sports teams, over 90 arts performance opportunities, and global travel. In August of 2019, Mount Vernon opened the doors to its new Upper School building. The nearly 60,000 square foot Upper Campus addition allows for flexible and open environments to accommodate the academic and social needs of up to 400 learners in grades 9-12. Based on highly designed, functional corporate spaces, this building includes mobile walls, an industry-grade recording studio, a glass-walled cafe with a coffee shop, College Counseling Suite, STEM and Maker spaces, community spaces, and a wing for the Arts: studios for fine arts, digital arts, and dance; a virtual and augmented reality lab; and a Black Box theater. Schedule a campus tour today by visiting mountvernonschool.org.
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Admission season continues at OLA Catholic School Since 1951 when the school opened its doors, Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School has demonstrated a passion for learning. The school exists to teach and to engender the beliefs and practices of the Roman Catholic Church. In keeping with the tradition of Catholic schools, Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School seeks to create a nurturing environment, which provides for the spiritual and academic development of each child. As an Archdiocese of Atlanta parish school, OLA Catholic School is proud to be part of the network of Catholic schools in the Atlanta area. We provide an exceptional, challenging Pre-K-eighth grade curriculum that is dedicated to the success of all students. OLA has been twice recognized as a National BlueRibbon School of Excellence by the U.S. Department of Education and are fully accredited by Cognia through districtwide accreditation as part of the Archdiocese of Atlanta. OLA completed an expansion in November 2018, which included a new front office and administrative suite, Pre-K classrooms, cafeteria with commercial grade kitchen, dedicated middle school wing, STEM, and computer labs. Every classroom is equipped with either
Located in Brookhaven, OLA serves over 550 students in grades Pre-K through eighth. iPads or Chromebooks, and middle school students utilize Chromebooks on a 1:1 basis. Located in Brookhaven, Georgia, OLA serves over 550 students in grade Pre-K through eight. Ninety-three percent of our students are Catholic and come from over 20 Catholic parishes throughout the Atlanta area. Over ninety-six percent of our students matriculate to Catholic high schools and then onto prestigious colleges and universities. Online applications for the 2020 – 2021 school year are now open. The deadline to have them into the Admissions Office is January 31, 2020. Classroom Visitation Day will be January 24, 2020 from 9:00am – 10:30am. No RSVP required to attend. Financial Aid is available. For more information, please email Kathryn Brown at kbrown@olaschool. org.
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St. Pius X Catholic High School Founded in 1958, St. Pius X Catholic High School provides a college preparatory education for the formation of the mind, body, and spirit of each student in accordance with the teachings of the Catholic Church. St. Pius X enrolls 1,100 students in grades 9 through 12. Our school offers a rigorous academic curriculum designed to prepare each student for continued academic successes. Our students are active and involved in a nurturing environment which combines traditional teaching methods with a hands-on approach to learning. St. Pius X students are well prepared for the next step in life. The last graduating class was accepted at over 250 different colleges throughout the country. In addition to the curriculum, St. Pius X offers many activities to enhance the overall experience of high school life. The school has a highly successful athletics program, as well as, performing arts, leadership opportunities, literary, and academic competitions. We have a mentoring program for incoming students that is nationally recognized and accredited by the National Association of Peer Mentoring Programs. Students are also encouraged to explore their faith by participating in mission trips through the active St. Pius X Campus Ministry Program. We invite you to learn more about St. Pius X by visiting our website at www.spx.org.
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Saint Jude the Apostle Catholic School Established in 1962, Saint Jude the Apostle Catholic School serves 480 students in grades K-8. Our twice recognized National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence offers an academically challenging and STEM focused curriculum that includes the core subjects of math, reading, language arts, science, social studies, and religion. While our curriculum does include keyboarding skills, we also teach cursive handwriting beginning in second grade. Additionally, our students enjoy enrichment classes consisting of art, drama, music (band and chorus), Spanish, physical education, and technology which is integrated throughout the school across all curricula. All of this is provided in a nurturing environment that inspires strong moral values. We offer Before School and After School Care, and Financial Aid is available. True to ourcrier mission, Saintjan9 Jude the 1 v6 SJA ad 10.25x5 HR.pdf Apostle Catholic School nurtures the
formation of Saints and Scholars and is committed to academic excellence. By encouraging high standards of academic performance through self-discipline and individual responsibility, Saint Jude graduates are well prepared for the demands of a college preparatory high school 12/18/19program. 4:16 PM The Saint Jude Middle School program
(grades 6, 7, & 8) is designed to meet the needs of the adolescent child. MS students participate in a 1:1 Chromebook program along with technology classes such as website design, CAD/3D printing, coding, and stop motion animation. Saint Jude the Apostle Catholic School is located at 7171 Glenridge Drive, NE, in suburban Sandy Springs.
APPLY NOW Discover the blessings of a Catholic education! Learn about our academic excellence, certified teachers, STEM-focused curriculum, service learning projects, enrichment programs, extracurricular activities, and athletics. National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence 2003|2014 7171 Glenridge Drive, NE | Atlanta, GA 30328 | 770.394.2880 | www.saintjude.net
For more information or to schedule a private tour, please contact Mrs. Aileen Leahey, Director of Enrollment Management, at 770-394-2880 x423 or admissions@saintjude.net. The online application for the 202021 school year is available on our website at www.saintjude.net. The application deadline is February 3, 2020.
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Children are thriving and our school is rapidly growing! Here’s why… Small classes. Because we limit our classes to 12 students, your child will have personal interaction with their teacher every day. Your child’s daily instruction will be tailored to their needs. Loving environment. We have developed a school culture where each child feels loved and cared for. Each child knows they are loved by their teachers, their peers, and by God. Christian instruction. Our State-certified teachers are mature Christians, dedicated to developing Biblical knowledge and Christ-like character in your child. College preparatory. Our school culture is dedicated to academic excellence, with the goal that every student is able to attend the college of their choice. Contact us to learn more about how your child can thrive at our school. 770-712-2896 or www.dunwoodycs.org. Find us on Facebook! We are currently enrolling students in K-4th grade.
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MJCCA Preschools MJCCA Preschools are not only a place where children come to learn and grow, but where families find a community that can last a lifetime. We are where children discover their confidence, meet their newest lifelong friends, and develop a love learning. The Marcus Jewish Community Center of Atlanta has been providing outstanding early childhood education to discerning Atlanta families for more than 60 years. The Weinstein School in Dunwoody and The MJCCA Schiff School at Temple Emanu-El in Sandy Springs both offer full- and half-day options for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K, and The Weinstein School also has an outstanding Transitional Kindergarten program. MJCCA preschoolers experience our innovative and progressive curriculum, infused with traditional Jewish learning all in a safe and loving environment. Our exceptional teachers focus on four traditional areas of child development: social and emotional growth, literacy, cognition, and movement/physical development. Exceptional enrichment and extracurricular classes allow children to explore their interests and try new things. The Weinstein School is a NAEYC-accredited program (National Association for the Education of Young Children) — a distinction awarded to only the top 7% of preschools nationwide and is SACS Accredited. The Schiff School is accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission. Registration for 2020-21 is now open. To learn more visit atlantajcc.org/preschool or call 678.812.3833.
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