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FEATURES

In Every Issue

What Teachers Wish You Knew

6 How to Use This Guide 8 Critical Communication

Atlanta teachers share the things they most want you to know about education, teaching—and your child.

Coping with Cliques Dealing with school cliques can be one of the most challenging parts of growing up. These tips can help you best support your child.

Discover Your Child’s Learning Style Every child processes information differently. Here’s how to help your child use his or her learning style successfully.

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14 Special Needs Resources 19 Headmaster’s Corner

Paul Barton of Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School

32 Independent School Guide Boarding School Directory 72 80 Public Schools by County 88 Educational Resources Tutoring, summer camps and activities, field trips and more

97 Advertiser Index

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Metro Atlanta Area Map To search for independent schools by region or neighborhood, turn to page 30 and use the color-coded map to direct you to each region’s page number.

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Once you’ve selected your region of interest, the charts beginning on page 32 include a comparison of features for each school in that region, along with the page number for each school’s ad.

Divided into regions of Atlanta, the color-coded maps beginning on page 36 provide each school’s location and page number for their ad.

Advertiser Index To find a school or resource by name, turn to the advertiser index on page 97 to find the appropriate page number.

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Trends and Happenings in Georgia Education What You Need to Know to Stay Up to Date With Atlanta and Georgia Education Forsyth Recognized for Financial Efficiency Forsyth County Schools was recently awarded a perfect five-star rating for its financial efficiency by the Georgia Department of Education for the third year in a row. The ratings reflect a district’s academic achievement related to its spending per pupil. Forsyth was the only metro Atlanta district to achieve a perfect rating. Local Schools Among Best Workplaces A number of metro Atlanta independent schools were named in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution’s 2018 list of the city’s top workplaces. Woodward Academy ranked second among large employers, with Marietta City Schools, a charter school system, at No. 25. Wesleyan School, Pace Academy, Marist, The Walker School, The Schenck School and Whitefield Academy 8

were recognized among the city’s small and mid-sized employers. New Program to Aid STEM Teachers The Georgia Institute of Technology and Honeywell have partnered to launch the STEM Teacher Leadership Program at Georgia Tech. The four-week program offers intensive summer training in software engineering and computing for 20 selected middle and high school teachers. Principal Named Leader of the Year Katherine Kelbaugh, principal of The Museum School of Avondale Estates, was honored as Leader of the Year by the Georgia Charter Schools Association in March. The prestigious award recognizes the state’s best, brightest and most innovative leaders in the charter school sector.

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Grady to Receive New Sports Complex Work has begun on a $7 million athletic center for use by Henry W. Grady High School’s athletics department. The complex, located at 320 Irwin St., will feature a turf field to be used by the Fulton County school’s football, soccer and lacrosse teams, along with a separate field for softball and baseball. Woodward Establishes Media Award Woodward Academy recently announced the Steve Holman Jr. Media Award Fund in memory of Steve Holman Jr., a former student. The cash award will be presented annually to a senior who has made a significant contribution to a student publication or Woodward’s in-school TV station, and is interested in pursuing journalism in college.

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Education 101

Terms to Know in Your Search for the Right Educational Experience for Your Child CHARTER SCHOOL A tax-supported public school that is independently run, allowing for greater educational choice for parents and students in the community. MAGNET SCHOOL A public school that offers a specific or enhanced curriculum designed for students of special interest or ability. MONTESSORI A school following the principles developed by Dr. Maria Montessori, focusing on the unique individuality, self-reliance and independence of children. SPECIAL NEEDS A school or program for children who have mild to moderate learning differences. It usually features smaller class sizes, individualized attention and multisensory learning methods.

ACCREDITATION Official certification that guarantees a school provides an education of a reasonably high quality. Schools must prove levels of quality and maintain continuous standards of improvement. ACT This national college admissions examination consists of subject area tests in English, math, reading and science, with an optional 40-minute writing test. 10

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GEORGIA MILESTONES Tests designed to measure how well students in grades 3 through 12 have acquired the skills and knowledge outlined in the state-adopted content standards. HOPE SCHOLARSHIP (Helping Outstanding Pupils Educationally) Rewards high-achieving students with financial assistance to attend eligible public and private Georgia colleges and universities. PSAT A standardized test that offers students practice for the SAT Reasoning Test and allows them to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program. SAT This standardized test measures the writing and language, reading and mathematical reasoning skills of students planning to attend college. SECONDARY SCHOOL ADMISSIONS TEST (SSAT) Assesses the verbal, math, and reading abilities of students seeking to enroll in an independent school.

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Deciphering Associations and Organizations Many local and national organizations work to improve summer camps and public and private schools by identifying those that meet certain standards through accreditation. These groups also set policies and offer services to city and state educational communities. The following are just some of the associations and organizations you should know. AdvancED advanc-ed.org Advances education excellence through accreditation and school improvement initiatives. The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) boardingschools.com Serves the development needs of boarding schools and provides information to potential students and their families. Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) ami-global.org Provides support, training 12

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and development to Montessori schools. Atlanta Area Association of Independent Schools (AAAIS) aaais.org Promotes standards and best practices for Atlantaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s accredited independent schools. Department of Education (DOE) gadoe.org The governing body for the Georgia public school system for grades K-12.

Georgia Association of Christian Schools (GACS) gacs.org Uses indicators of quality, voluntary self-improvement and peer review to measure Christian school performance. Georgia Association of Private Schools for Exceptional Children (GAPSEC) gapsec.org Shares information about programs at independent schools for students with learning disabilities. Georgia Independent School Association (GISA) gisaschools.org Serves the professional growth, advocacy and interscholastic needs of member schools. Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) sacs.org The recognized regional accrediting body for public and private schools in the eleven U.S. southern states. Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) sais.org Provides accreditation, professional growth and leadership development for independent U.S. schools.

For more information about these and other organizations and associations that ensure quality education among camps and schools, visit the websites of the Georgia Department of Education (www.gadoe.org) or the U.S. Department of Education (www.ed.gov). Summer/Fall 2018

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Special Needs

Resources Information on Learning Disabilities, Education Options and More What is a Learning Disability? A learning disability is a neurological disorder that affects how your child processes certain information. Children with learning disabilities are as smart as or even smarter than other children, but may face challenges with reading, writing, spelling, reasoning and other functions. As a result, they often struggle to achieve in traditional classrooms. There are many types of learning disabilities, from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and dyslexia to more serious forms such as autism. 14

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What is a Special Needs School? Special needs schools are those that serve children who struggle with learning disabilities or donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t perform well in a conventional school environment. These schools use alternative approaches to instruction in order to help children learn more effectively and also achieve success in the classroom and in social settings. Other schools donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t specifically target those with learning disabilities, but may teach different kinds of students who have had difficulty learning in a typical class-

room setting. Others may teach average or even above-average learners while also offering additional programs and classes for students with learning differences.

her evaluated by a mental health professional. A diagnosis is necessary in order to address the child’s educational needs.

After a Diagnosis: What’s Next? How to Tell if Your Child Has a Special If your child is diagnosed with a learnNeeds Situation ing disability and attends public school, First, it’s important to identify your child’s talk with the principal, school counselor specific challenges. Students who exhibit or another administrator about developaverage or above-average intelligence ing an Individualized Education Program but often seem distracted and don’t per- (IEP). All public schools are required to create an IEP for students form well in a traditional with learning disabilities classroom setting may who meet special educabe struggling with dyslexia, Asperger’s syndrome, A professional tion requirements. An IEP is a document that speciADHD or some other disevaluation is fies your child’s learning order that affects their ability to learn effectively. Also, crucial in order situation and educational needs and outlines disruptive or aggressive to evaluate a course of action for children may be exhibiting teachers and other profrustration brought on by a your child’s fessionals to follow to learning disability. educational help make sure your child If you suspect your child learns to the best of his or may have a learning disabilneeds. her ability. u ity, it’s critical to have him or www.atlantaschoolguide.com

Critical Communication If you feel your local public school isn’t the right environment for your child, or simply want to explore all your options, there are many quality independent schools in the metro Atlanta area devoted to helping children with special needs and learning issues. Visit the Georgia Association of Private Schools for Exceptional Children’s website (www.gapsec.org) or our listings for special needs schools on page 98 to help you with your search.

needs education. Independent special needs schools can offer more individualized instruction and a more structured and predictable environment, and are likely to address nonacademic issues such as social skills and self-esteem. As you begin searching for the right school for your child’s situation, here are some questions to keep in mind: • Will your child fare better in a school that focuses on his or her specific learning disability, or would you rather that he or she be able to interact with students with a wide range of learning capabilities? • Does the school serve a specific age range, or work with students on all grade levels? Many students with learning disabilities have trouble transitioning to new schools.

How Do I Find the Right School? All special needs schools are not the same. The first step is to identify those schools that can address your child’s specific learning difficulty, and offer the level of special needs instruction that you (and perhaps a professional) feel is best for your child. You may be more comfortable enrolling your child in a school that focuses specifically on his or her needs, or you may want a more diverse environment where he or she can interact with many different kinds of students. Familiarize yourself with the different options offered by each kind of school. Traditional indeIdentify those pendent schools that offer special needs schools that programs as part of a can best larger curriculum can offer that kind of enviaddress your ronment, but may have larger class sizes than child’s specific schools that specialize learning in specific learning disabilities. These kinds of difficulty. schools may also focus more on academics than on the therapeutic aspects of special 16

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Critical Communication • D oes the school offer a variety of extracurricular activities, including arts and sports programs? • Is the school accredited? If so, by which organizations? • Is the staff certified to instruct special needs children, or those with your child’s specific learning difficulty? • Does the school focus more on academics or on addressing the child’s therapeutic needs? Financial Assistance Many independent special needs schools participate in the Georgia Special Needs Scholarship program (GSNS), a school choice program available to special needs students attending Georgia public schools. The program offers funds to off-

set tuition and fees at participating private schools authorized by the State Board of Education. According to the Georgia Department of Education, scholarship amounts range from $2,500 to $13,500, with an average amount of around $6,000. The Qualified Education Expense Credit program provides another scholarship option. Donations are made to an organization known as a Student Scholarship Organization (SSO), which uses the money to award scholarships to students in pre-K through grade 12. Many schools also offer their own scholarships or tuition assistance programs as well. Contact individual schools for details. For more information on special needs schools and resources, please see our listings on page 98.

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Headmaster’s Corner

Paul Barton

Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School Head of School at HIES since 2014, Paul Barton has participated in both the Klingenstein Visiting Heads Fellowship at Teachers College, Columbia University and the Kellogg Executive Scholars Program at Northwestern University. He holds a master’s in education, administration and supervision from DePaul University, and an M.A. in liberal education from St. John’s College.

What is your educational philosophy? A great education offers breadth and depth. Breadth offers a myriad of opportunities in academics, arts, athletics, character development and service. Depth allows a child to discover and develop passion(s) that ignite curiosity, joy and the love of learning. What do you love most about your job? I love the “light bulb” moments...I am privileged to witness these moments over and over again in classrooms, on theatrical stages and on athletic fields. How can parents best contribute to the education process? By supporting and partnering with the school and by helping children to advocate for themselves. How is the field of education changing? Education, like our world, is changing at an unprecedented rate and scale. It is becoming the schools’ responsibility to give

kids the tools to thrive in such a dynamic, competitive environment. What advice would you offer parents about their children’s education? Much research has been given to the lessons from failure and healthy risk-taking… but rarely do we as parents or as educators do enough to create a safe space for kids to be “gritty” and adventurous. Parents, like schools, need to let kids experience failure and disappointment and help them to learn and grow from it. THE ESSENTIALS: HOLY INNOCENTS’ EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Emphasis: Developing in students a love of learning, respect for self and others, faith in God, and a sense of service to the world community. Year Founded: 1959 Grades: PK3-12 Students: 1376

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EDUCATORS SHARE THEIR JOYS AND STRUGGLES

eaching has to be one of the most rewarding professions there is. Helping to mold the next generation, seeing “the light come on” when they finally grasp an elusive concept, watching as their confidence and skills grow day by day— teachers cite all these things as what has inspired them to enter the field and what continues to motivate them in the classroom during every school year. But, just like parenting, teaching doesn’t occur in a vacuum. There’s a whole world of opinions, regulations, interruptions—in other words, life—to be negotiated. And also just like parenting, there are things about the role that teachers wish others knew, but don’t often have the opportunity to talk about. Some of these things might surprise you while others you, as a parent, will surely recognize. One of the first things that teachers want parents to know is that they’re on 20

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the same team: both parties want kids to not only get the best education possible, but also to be well rounded and happy. Teachers know that parental involvement is crucial to this process, and welcome parents’ questions and input. They stress that the lines of communication are always open, something some parents don’t always take advantage of, whether due to unfamiliarity with the process or simply discomfort with the idea of bridging a gap in communication. Bentley Monk, a music teacher who taught at the middle school level for four years in the Cobb County School District and who now teaches in the Grand Canyon Unified School District in rural northern Arizona, believes that communication is at the heart of improving education not just for individual children but also for bet-

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TEACHERS WANT PARENTS TO KNOW THAT THEY'RE ON THE SAME TEAM.

"I WANT EACH AND EVERY CHILD IN MY CLASSROOM TO SUCCEED."

tering the system: “Our convenience-based society has got children and parents alike so disenfranchised with working harder and smarter that we find ourselves in a deepening educational hole. Unless we have a true open, honest conversation without political and emotional biases then this problem will get worse, not better, no matter what.” Ron Clark, noted educator and founder of the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta,

noted in an essay published on CNN that many teachers reported experiencing situations in which parents viewed them as an adversary: someone only looking to point out mistakes or deliver bad news when there’s a bump in their child’s educational path. But as part of your child’s education team, teachers want you to know that they always have your child’s interests at heart, even when there’s a difficult situation

be discussed. “I want parents and students to know that I care deeply,” says Danise Fields, a sixth-grade science teacher at Woodward Academy in College Park. “If I have to tell a parent something that is difficult to hear, I feel their worry and pain.” David Roth, an Upper School English teacher at Woodward Academy, agrees: “I want each and every child in my classroom to succeed—end of story. u www.atlantaschoolguide.com

“Middle school is a time to etta. “It can be tough... to When I sit in a parentfigure (out) how you learn. watch a student grapple teacher conference to disThis comes with productive cuss a student's progress, my with misunderstandings, struggle. This experience but there is great triumph hope is that parents see the occurs more often than to be found—for both the intent and the care. When making an A.” teacher and the learner— students and parents see when the picture comes into As Monk puts it, “You faculty and staff members have to fall down to get focus.” Tiffani Listenbee of as humans, rather than back up again.” His experiWoodward's middle school “grading machines,” I think ence teaching in divergent English department agrees: it changes the understandenvironments has shown ing of why we are all here him that challenge and sucin the first place." cess are universal principles. One thing parents may school systems have find surprising is that IT MAY SURPRISE “Both shown me that children teachers believe that PARENTS THAT learn when they children should be TEACHERS BELIEVE can are presented with a allowed, sometimes, THAT CHILDREN rigorous curriculum to fail. “Childhood SHOULD BE that challenges them is the best time to ALLOWED, AT to achieve, but isn't bemake mistakes,” says TIMES, TO FAIL. yond their scope of how it Trey Veazey, assistant applies to their future.” head of lower school at the Just like parenting, Walker School in Mari22

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not only more pleasant and productive, but also builds a foundation for students to learn and achieve, which is the real purpose of it all. When parents take advantage of the ways offered by teachers to communicate or proactively open a dialogue, that partnership can flourish. While time is at a premium for everyone, taking time to go beyond the “script” at a parent-teacher conference, such as talking about a child’s habits, peer relations and events at home, can give both parties invaluable insight into the things that factor into academic performance.

WHEN PARENTS AND TEACHERS ARE PARTNERS, IT BUILDS A SOLID FOUNDATION FOR STUDENTS. teaching has its frustrations and heartaches, but in the end, it’s one of the most meaningful roles in life. When parents and teachers see themselves as partners in the educational process, as opposed to “providers” and “consumers,” the relationship becomes

But what teachers would most like us to know is how much they genuinely care about every one of their students. As Carrie Edmison, a Primary Academy academic technology teacher at Woodward, expresses it: “While they are not my children, I often refer to them that way. My children. I think about how to reach them, how to help them see the giftedness I see in each of them, and how to…help them discover how much they matter in this world. It was clear from my first hectic day as a teacher that I will never be perfect at this, but I set my sights on being better for my students each day. I try to be the teacher your child deserves.”

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LEFT OUT OF THE IN CROWD DEALING WITH SCHOOL CLIQUES BY MICHELLE BOURG

Things are going well: your children are enrolled in a good school, doing well in their classes and seem to be happy. Then one day, your second-grader comes home in tears after finding out she was the only one not invited to Susie’s birthday party. Or your usually gregarious high-schooler becomes withdrawn and is noncommittal when asked about his friends. They’re experiencing something virtually every child encounters at some point during their school years: cliques. The fact that kids hurt others by shunning them is unfortunate, but it’s also likely inevitable; humans are social animals, with an innate need to define themselves in 24

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relation to a social group. As kids are growing up, it’s sometimes a bumpy road as they learn to define themselves outside of their first social group— their family. Cliques differ from friend groups in being based not on mutual interests and values, but instead on a sense of insecurity. Unsure of their own social standing, members band together to maintain an appearance of popularity, with leaders who determine who and what is “in” and “out.” They often create a vortex of peer pressure that sucks others in, prompting even unattached individuals to behave in ways they wouldn’t on their own, such as mocking or gossiping about a friend. And even well-liked kids who befriend those less popular or who “don’t follow the rules” aren’t immune to being subjected to gossip or shunned by them. Cliques are particularly prevalent during middle school and junior high, when pre-teens are focused on establishing their place in the social order. However, parents and educators are increasingly reporting exclusionary behavior as early as preschool, as children compete for playmates’ attention at earlier ages. While girls are most often associated with cliques, boys are also affected by them, although usually not until high school. The good news is that generally, most of these secret clubs have faded by the

time high school graduation rolls around. What should you do when your child finds him or herself left out of “the in crowd?” While rejection always stings, there are some actions you can take to ensure that your child maintains his or her self-esteem and is able to forge genuine friendships: BE PRESENT FOR YOUR CHILD: Offer advice if asked, but most of the time, what kids are looking for (and need most) is just for you to be there for them and to lend a listening ear.

friends and improve his or her confidence, something that in turn attracts friends. RESPECT, BUT DON'T GET CAUGHT UP IN, YOUR CHILD'S NEED TO BE ACCEPTED: Don’t trivialize your child’s pain, but also don’t make it your mission to fix things by trying to buy your child’s way into a group with things like clothes or the “right” set of expensive headphones, and don’t express any distress you’re feeling by speaking badly of other children or their parents in front of your

THE FACT THAT KIDS HURT OTHERS BY SHUNNING THEM IS UNFORTUNATE, BUT IT'S ALSO LIKELY INEVITABLE. SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCES: If cliques affected you as a kid, show your child that it’s a universal experience by talking about it. Also, books like “Harriet the Spy” or movies like “The Breakfast Club” are entertaining ways to convey messages of self-esteem and empathy. DISCUSS THE SOCIAL DYNAMICS: Explain the motives behind exclusion and point out that members of cliques who don't conform to the group's unwritten "rules" often find themselves among the excluded. TALK ABOUT TIMES THAT YOUR CHILD MAY HAVE DISLIKED SOMEONE: Remind them that not everyone will be their best friend, and also that feelings often change. ENCOURAGE OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES: Getting involved in an activity that he or she is interested in, whether at school or outside of it, will help your child meet new www.atlantaschoolguide.com

child. Model respectful behavior, and remember that children quickly identify attempts to curry favor for what they are. TALK TO YOUR CHILD’S TEACHER: If your child has difficulty making or keeping friends, talk to a teacher that sees him or her regularly to get a sense of social dynamics in the peer group and how your child interacts with others. It’s possible your child is unwittingly exhibiting behaviors that antagonize others, such as boastfulness or attention seeking, that can be modified with gentle coaching. MONITOR ONLINE ACTIVITY: With the internet, issues no longer stop at the front door. Being aware of your child’s online activity and social media accounts may offer clues to what’s going on at school. WHEN IT’S YOUR CHILD DOING THE EXCLUDING: If you find that your child is part of a group that is engaged in exclusionary behavior, it’s important not to be confrontational, as this will likely result in only reinforcing the pattern as your child 26

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tries to assert his or her independence from you and strengthen ties to the peer group. Instead, find ways to work themes of empathy and inclusion into your conversations: Ask about times when your child was hurt or excluded by others, and how that made him or her feel. Ask how they imagine others feel when this happens to them. Another thing you can do is to help your child expand his or her social circle. Encourage him or her to take part in activities, sports or classes that will involve interacting with new kids. (Always a good idea, even when things are rosy with your child's social scene). Also, while it doesn’t work to try to actively break up a clique, you may want to talk to a teacher about mixing things up in the classroom by changing seat arrangements or assigning different pairs or groups to work together on projects. It’s never too soon to discuss values with your child and model behaviors of healthy self-esteem, empathy, and inclusiveness. Encouraging kids to remember the Golden Rule will go a long way toward helping them negotiate cliques throughout their lives, whether they find themselves “in” or “out.”

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STRATEGIES TO HELP YOUR CHILD STUDY BETTER

BY MICHELLE BOURG

ou check in on your kids, and it’s a typical scene: Your oldest is buried in a book and oblivious to “Sesame Street” blasting from the TV as your middle child recites along. Meanwhile, your youngest has taken the game controller apart. All children have their own ways of processing information, or what educational theorists commonly call learning styles. By getting a sense of how your child learns best—his or

her learning style—you can help them study and learn more effectively to achieve and build on success at school. Over the past 30 years, extensive research has been conducted on learning styles: a 2004 study found more than 70 different learning style systems quantified in literature. These systems typically recognize as few as three and as many as eight different styles, but usually at their heart are www.atlantaschoolguide.com

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RECOGNIZE three core modalities: visual (asVisual AS MANY AS sociating images with informalearners: EIGHT tion), auditory (listening to and Visual learners are obserDIFFERENT repeating information) and vant, detail-oriented and LEARNING kinesthetic (typically processing often gifted mimics. They STYLES. information through touch and absorb info readily from manipulation, but also using gesdiagrams, charts and pictures and tures or movement while learning). Many enjoy puzzles, flash cards and workbooks. systems, such as the VARK model (Visual, They tend to struggle with creative writing Auditory, Reading/Writing, Kinesthetic), and figurative thinking. include reading and writing as a separate With your visual learner, incorporate style. Some also make distinctions between educational videos, draw pictures together solitary and group learners. or use objects to illustrate concepts like You can likely determine much about addition and subtraction. Encourage your child’s style through observation writing down the steps in a math problem and from asking a teacher for his or hers; to see the processes. Help them develop this can be particularly helpful in getting visual memorization cues, like the old an idea how your child learns in a group. “knuckle trick” for the days in the months Several of the leading learning-style of the year. Help them practice converting systems have online questionnaires, or these images to words quickly by making you can ask a teacher or guidance it a game with a timer. counselor about more involved testing. Once you have an idea how your AUDITORY learners: child learns best you can incorporate Auditory learners are the ones who “talk some simple study strategies to work your ear off.” They like to “talk problems with his or her tendencies: out” and frequently sound words out when 28

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reading. As a result, they’re often phonetic spellers. Writing is a struggle for them at times, and they need practice sorting visual material for better performance on tests. Encourage your auditory child to read aloud. Review material by playing “question and answer,” and encourage him to explain or restate what he’s learned after a study session. Books on tape or other audio or video recordings are also useful. Auditory learners often learn well in group situations and enjoy having a study partner or homework coach available.

KINESTHETIC learners:

These are the kids who are always being told, "Don't touch that.” They’re often physically active and frequently need practice sitting still and listening. For this type, stock up on supplies like clay, blocks, models and globes. Break study sessions into short blocks of time, and let your child move around as he studies. Since this type of learner’s need for movement can be distracting to others, help him develop ways to “fidget quietly”—doodling in the margins of his notebook or squeezing a rubber ball or marble in his pocket.

Reading and Writing (Verbal) Learners:

These are the most "typical" learners; the ones with the class notes everyone wants to borrow. They frequently prefer learning alone at their own pace. Encourage a verbal learner to write out notes, paraphrasing concepts into her own words and using bullet points. Even writing out the steps in a math problem can help cement the concepts mentally. When working with charts or graphs, have them write the data being conveyed. Closely related to the idea of learning styles is the concept of metacognition, or thinking about one’s own thought process. Studies have shown that having students think about and discuss their study strategies improves their study on future exams. After an exam or project, talk with your child about what study methods helped and which didn’t, and build future study sessions on the successful methods. It’s important to note that preferred learning modes can change over time, and don't determine ability in a given subject: a reading and writing learner may in fact be more adept at math and science than creative writing. Also, an individual child will likely exhibit a mix of styles and benefit from adopting a variety of study techniques, depending on the subject and how he or she feels at the time. But knowing your child’s learning style can be a useful tool in helping him or her achieve academic success.

For more information on learning styles and tests and questionnaires to help determine your child’s style, visit:

vark-learn.com learning-styles-online.com learningstyles.org

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For features of independent schools, turn to Education At a Glance on pg. 32. For public school system information by county, turn to pg. 80.

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REGIONS FOR INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS

metro atlanta area map

Alpharetta, Buckhead, Canton, Crabapple, East Cobb, Holly Springs, Marietta, North Buckhead, Roswell, Sandy Springs, West Cobb

Alpharetta, Brookhaven, Cumming, Dunwoody, Flowery Branch, Johns Creek, Northeast Atlanta, Peachtree Corners, Roswell

Ansley Park, Athens, Dacula, Athens, Decatur, Dacula, Lilburn, Decatur, Midtown, Midtown, Northeast Atlanta Morningside, North Briarcliff, Watkinsville

p.55 REGION 3: Atlanta East

p.47 REGION 2: Atlanta North/Northeast

p.36 REGION 1: Atlanta North/Northwest

Page | Region | Neighborhoods Douglasville, Fairburn, Fayetteville, Locust Grove, Metro-Atlanta

Emerson, Kennesaw, Powder Springs, Smyrna, Smyrna-Vinings

p.67 REGION 5: Atlanta West

p.62 R EGION 4: Atlanta South/ Southeast/Southwest

Tutoring, Summer Camps and Activities, Field Trips and Education Programs.

p.88 Educational Resources

p.80 Public School County Guide

Arkansas, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New York, Virginia

p.72 Boarding Schools

Additional Education Sections

Education At a Glance This information reflects the latest available data at publication time. Please confirm with each individual school.

AP/IB COURSES

UNIFORM

OPEN HOUSE BEGINS

APPLICATION DEADLINE

SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMS

AVG. CLASS SIZE

RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION*

# STUDENTS

250

•

Sept.

Feb.

•

REGION 1: ATLANTA NORTH/NORTHWEST

Atlanta Girls’ School

404-845-0900

Atlanta International School

404-841-3840

Brenwood Academy

770-704-4925

The Cottage School

770-641-8688

Cumberland Academy of Georgia

404-835-9000

Eastside Christian School

770-971-2332

Fulton Science Academy

678-366-2555

The Garden School of Marietta

770-765-2036

High Meadows School

770-993-2940

44 Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School 404-847-1156 38

Holy Spirit Preparatory School

678-904-2811

Johnson Ferry Christian Academy

678-784-5231

Lyndon Academy

770-926-0166

Mill Springs Academy

770-360-1336

Pace Academy

404-262-1345

Porter Academy

770-594-1313

Saint Francis School

770-641-8257

Springmont School

404-252-3910

The Walker School

770-427-2689

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PHONE

KINDERGARTEN

SCHOOL

# TEACHERS

PRESCHOOL

PAGE

GRADES/AGES

*KEY: Religious Affiliation: B = Baptist CC = Catholic C = Christian E = EpiscopaL J = Jewish ND = Non-denominational P = Presbyterian Q = Quaker RC = Roman Catholic

ANNUAL TUITION

INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS

$25,800 6-12th $22,9023K-12th $26,144 $7,950- Infant$10,000 5th $20,4004-12th $26,500

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201

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515

$24,400 4-12th $6,310$8,910 $11,500$13,250 $6,140$9,800 $15,578$20,320 $10,540$26,670 $6,500$24,780 $4,100$4,700 $6,400$15,600 $19,500$25,000 $23,630$27,225 $19,923$20,748 $11,000$20,500 $13,800$22,800 $10,300$23,680

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PK12th

•

K3-6th

•

3y-8th

•

380

PK312th

•

300 1,370 16-18

2-12th

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570 12-22 RC

K-12th

•

420 12-16

PK412th

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175

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300

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126 1,115 12

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120

720

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1-12th Pre 1st12th PK-8th

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Rolling

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260

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118

869

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300

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145

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•

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Rolling

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Call

Appt. Feb. 1 Appt. Rolling

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Call

Oct.

Feb.

REGION 2: ATLANTA NORTH/NORTHEAST

Atlanta Academy

678-461-6102

Brandon Hall School

770-394-8177

Bridgeway Christian Academy

770-751-1972

Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia

770-814-8001

Lanier Christian Academy

678-828-8350

McGinnis Woods Country Day School

770-664-7764

MJCCA Preschools

678-812-3833

Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs

770-205-6277

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$14,660$15,160 $27,000$52,850 $3,030$11,665 $650$1,450 $4,930 $10,935 $9,725$13,725 $4,067$15,541 $8,775$12,500

PS-8th

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6-12th Pre38th 8wks6y

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170

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80 Varies

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380

•

400

•

120

480

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230

K-12th Infant8th 6wksPK 8wks18y

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•

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•

Appt. Rolling

•

Appt. Rolling

•

• Quarterly Rolling

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Mount Pisgah Christian School

678-336-3400

Northwoods Montessori School

770-457-7261

The Piedmont School of Atlanta

404-382-8200

Wesleyan School

770-448-7640

William & Reed Academy

678-456-5131

Woodward Academy

404-765-4001

55 57

404-321-9304

Athens Academy

706-549-9225

Atlanta Montessori International School

404-325-6777

Canterbury School

404-522-5659

The Children’s School

404-873-6985

The Friends School of Atlanta

404-373-8746

Hebron Christian Academy

770-963-9250

Killian Hill Christian School

770-921-3224

Midtown International School

404-742-5003

61 Shallowford Presbyterian School 404-321-3061

$16,700$23,210 $10,250$12,750 $17,600$27,750

Westminster Christian Academy

706-769-9372

$10,100$19,450 $8,975$18,950 $13,095$20,360 $12,000$17,000 $13,975$22,750 $13,950$22,100 $9,400$11,500 $4,500$15,550 $19,100$20,250 $900$6,000 $3,850$9,250

The Bedford School

770-774-8001

$19,550

Counterpane Montessori School

770-461-2304

$14,000

Harvester Christian Academy

770-942-1583

JK-12th

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685

12mo12y

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230 1,159 16 17

PK412th

150

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Rolling

Jan. Feb. 27

Sept. Rolling

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Appt. Rolling

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150 15-18

OPEN HOUSE BEGINS

166

UNIFORM

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AP/IB COURSES

•

SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMS

•

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Jan.

Feb. 7

Call

Rolling

Oct. Feb. 28

PS-8th

•

K3-12th

•

8wks15y Infant8th

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3y-8th

•

PK3-8th

281

120

960

265 6-25

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100

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400 18-22

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167

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100

900 18-22

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365

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50+

230

•

200

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328

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Nov. Rolling

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Appt.

Ongoing Call Oct. Feb. 22 Q

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Call

Call Mar. 16

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REGION 4: ATLANTA SOUTH/SOUTHEAST/SOUTHWEST

•

REGION 3: ATLANTA EAST Arbor Montessori School

$25,000

13mo9y 18mo6th

RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION*

678-208-0774

AVG. CLASS SIZE

Montessori Kids Academy

# STUDENTS

$8,290$13,080 $10,000$12,000 $14,950$19,995 $9,140$13,225

# TEACHERS

770-777-9131

BEFORE/AFTER CARE

PHONE

Montessori at Vickery

KINDERGARTEN

SCHOOL

PRESCHOOL

PAGE

GRADES/AGES

*KEY: Religious Affiliation: B = Baptist CC = Catholic C = Christian E = EpiscopaL J = Jewish ND = Non-denominational P = Presbyterian Q = Quaker RC = Roman Catholic

ANNUAL TUITION

INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS

Strong Rock Christian School

678-833-1200

Woodward Academy

404-765-4001

1-9th

•

152

PS-HS

•

100

n/a

K4-12

•

340

•

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PK312th PK412th

•

825

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$7,800- 6wks$14,500 2nd $5,0004-12th $14,680

•

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•

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$4,720$8,075 $6,050$13,130 $17,600$27,750

• Ongoing Rolling

REGION 5: ATLANTA WEST

Benjamin Preparatory School

770-436-5200

Center Academy

770-333-1616

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Kennesaw Mountain Nature Preschool Midway Covenant Christian School

69 69

678-224-1595 770-590-1866

Mount Paran Christian School

BOARDING SCHOOLS

The Academy at SOAR

770-578-0182

828-456-3435

Brandon Hall School

770-394-8177

Eagle Hill School

413-477-6000

Florida Prep

321-723-3211

Forman School

860-567-8712

The Knox School

631-686-1600

The Madeira School

703-556-8273

Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School

706-746-7720

Riverside Military Academy

770-538-2938

St. Margaret’s School

804-443-3357

St. Paul’s School

603-229-4700

191

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150

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250 12:1

•

300

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99 1,090 12:1 C, ND

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145

8-12th

210

5-12th

150 Small

9-12th & PG

218

6-PG

146

$62,000 9-12th

322

600

125

550

8-12th & PG

120

$59,900 9-12th

117

530 12-14

$8,755$52,962 $16,225$36,235 $18,400$49,900

6-12th

PK-12th 7-12th

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Feb. 1

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Oct. Rolling

$55,500 7-12th $27,000$52,850 $55,525$77,575 $13,500$37,500 $62,080$75,940 $11,950$48,900

1-2

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OPEN HOUSE BEGINS

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RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION*

•

SPECIAL NEEDS PROGRAMS

AVG. CLASS SIZE

770-382-9488 770-429-4799

# STUDENTS

Excel Christian Academy Foundations for the Future

# TEACHERS

68 69

$6,254K4-8th $9,957 $7,020- PreK$9,180 12th $9,000- Infants$10,500 6th $4,5003-6y $9,750 $4,000K4-8th $6,000 $3,743- PK3$18,618 12th

BEFORE/AFTER CARE

770-435-1596

KINDERGARTEN

PHONE

Covenant Christian School

PRESCHOOL

SCHOOL

GRADES/AGES

PAGE

ANNUAL TUITION

INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS

*KEY: Religious Affiliation: B = Baptist CC = Catholic C = Christian E = EpiscopaL J = Jewish ND = Non-denominational P = Presbyterian Q = Quaker RC = Roman Catholic

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Subiaco Academy

479-934-1034

$27,060 7-12th

185

•

Woodberry Forest School

540-672-3900

$57,250

400

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The Woodstock Academy

860-928-6575

$14,500- 9-12th $48,500 & PG

•

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Summer/Fall 2018

102 1,127 17-21

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42 37

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3 45 43

41 41

2 44

44 46 38 37 39

Independent Schools Schools Page Atlanta Girls’ School 37 Atlanta International School 39 Brenwood Academy 11 Cumberland Academy of Georgia 17 The Cottage School 44 Eastside Christian School 41 Fulton Science Academy Private School 2 The Garden School of Marietta 46 High Meadows School 3

Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School Holy Spirit Preparatory School Johnson Ferry Christian Academy Lyndon Academy Mill Springs Academy Pace Academy Porter Academy Saint Francis School Springmont School The Walker School

44 38 41 42 37 39 40 45 46 43

NEIGHBORHOODS OF NOTE Alpharetta Once a small farming community, Alpharetta’s growth has exploded in recent years, and the North Fulton city is now one of Atlanta’s most affluent neighborhoods, creating the perfect mix of country living and lots of city amenities. 36

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Woodstock Located in Cherokee County, Woodstock is, as locals say, “where modern amenities meet old Southern charm.” Historic Olde Towne pays a continual tribute to Woodstock’s pioneers through vintage shops and good old-fashioned Southern hospitality.

ALPHARETTA â&#x20AC;¢ BUCKHEAD www.atlantaschoolguide.com

BUCKHEAD

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CRABAPPLE

EAST COBB www.atlantaschoolguide.com

HOLLY SPRINGS SETTING A NEW STANDARD IN EDUCATION

MARIETTA

ROSWELL â&#x20AC;¢ NORTH BUCKHEAD 44

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ROSWELL

WEST COBB • SANDY SPRINGS

Inspiring students through 8th grade.

wonder what I’ll master today?

Tours Weekly 404.252.3910 springmont.com

The joy of looking forward to Mondays. A pioneering Montessori mindset guiding a child’s curiosity towards meaningful discoveries. A capstone Middle School experience where students thrive and launch into premier high schools and beyond. Extraordinary.

CURIOSITY. MASTERY. WISDOM. DISTINCTION.

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35 51 35 49 48 48 54

52 53 66

76 54

50 53

Independent Schools

Schools Page Atlanta Academy 54 Brandon Hall School 76 Bridgeway Christian Academy 48 Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia 53 Lanier Christian Academy 51 McGinnis Woods Country Day School 48 MJCCA Preschools 50

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Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs 35 Montessori at Vickery 35 Montessori Kids Academy 49 Mount Pisgah Christian School 5 Northwoods Montessori School 53 The Piedmont School of Atlanta 49 Wesleyan School 54 William & Reed Academy 52 Woodward Academy 66

NEIGHBORHOODS OF NOTE Duluth A successful mix of small-town charm and booming economic growth, Duluth plays host to many major corporations and is also home to numerous golf clubs, private tennis clubs and parks. The city prides itself on accommodating a growing, diverse population.

Dunwoody A popular community among young and established professionals alike, Dunwoody is often referred to as the “tennis set” neighborhood because of its numerous recreational outlets. Its location provides suburban living close enough to the city. www.atlantaschoolguide.com

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BROOKHAVEN • CUMMING

Serving children grades K to High School with language, learning and social challenges.

• Collaborative project-based learning Differentiated group instruction Community-Based instruction • PE, foreign language, fine and culinary arts

2018-19

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FLOWERY BRANCH

JOHNS CREEK

JOHNS CREEK â&#x20AC;¢ NORTHEAST ATLANTA

Sowing the Seeds of Organic Learning

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ATHENS

56 58 61 57 60 35

WATKINSVILLE

60 59

Independent Schools Schools Page Arbor Montessori School 57 Athens Academy 56 Atlanta Montessori International School 35 Canterbury School 60 The Children’s School 59

The Friends School of Atlanta Hebron Christian Academy Killian Hill Christian School Midtown International School Shallowford Presbyterian School Westminster Christian Academy

57 56 58 60 61 61

NEIGHBORHOODS OF NOTE Decatur The county seat of DeKalb County, Decatur’s small-town charm revolves around the Courthouse Square, which features trendy restaurants and shopping, entertainment options and special events, including its annual summer beach bash.

Lawrenceville Located in the heart of Gwinnett County and known as “Crepe Myrtle City,” Lawrenceville is Atlanta’s second oldest city. Its historic downtown square, which has been revitalized, is home to a variety of shops, restaurants and community events. www.atlantaschoolguide.com

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NORTH BRIARCLIFF â&#x20AC;¢ WATKINSVILLE

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ATLANTA SOUTH • SOUTHEAST • SOUTHWEST

4 GION RE

EAST POINT

DEKALB

Carrolton

Independent Schools Schools Page The Bedford School 64 Counterpane Montessori School 65

Harvester Christian Academy Strong Rock Christian School Woodward Academy

63 65 66

NEIGHBORHOODS OF NOTE McDonough One of the fastest-growing neighborhoods South of Atlanta, McDonough is the county seat of Henry County and features many historic structures around its town square. The city has ample green space and is a favorite destination for antique shoppers. 62

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Peachtree City A master-planned city comprised of several smaller villages, Peachtree City’s many amenities include golf courses, lakes and an amphitheater. The city is renowned for its network of golf paths connecting its neighborhoods.

Sports for every grade

STEM-equipped labs

4241 Central Church Road â&#x20AC;˘ Douglasville, Georgia 30135 770-942-1583 â&#x20AC;˘ harvesteracademy.com

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DOUGLASVILLE

100% college acceptance rate

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METRO-ATLANTA

BARTOW

ATLANTA WEST

5 GION RE

68 69

69 70 71

FULTON

Independent Schools Schools Page Benjamin Preparatory School 7 Center Academy 70 Covenant Christian School 71 Excel Christian Academy 68

Foundations for the Future Kennesaw Mountain Nature Preschool Midway Covenant Christian School Mount Paran Christian School

69 69 69 68

NEIGHBORHOODS OF NOTE Acworth Surrounded by two lakes and 12 parks, Acworth offers plenty of recreation opportunities. Located 35 miles northwest of Atlanta, the town is convenient to both I-75 and Highway 41. Acworth is designated as a Georgia Main Street City.

Douglasville Located west of Atlanta on I-20, Douglasville has easy access to all that Atlanta offers. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Downtown Douglasville’s historic district is an outstanding example of a turn-ofthe-century southern railroad town.

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SMYRNA-VININGS

BOARDING SCHOOL DIRECTORY

here are many benefits of a boarding school education. Boarding schools are an option for students seeking a more independent learning experience. Because students generally live on campus, learning takes place in and out of the classroom almost on a 24-hour basis. When selecting a boarding school, it is important to visit the school campus, but representatives from many boarding schools visit Metro Atlanta throughout the year—contact each school for specific dates.

Boarding Schools Schools Page The Academy at Soar 17 Brandon Hall School 76 Eagle Hill School 77 Florida Prep 74 Forman School 73 The Knox School 78 The Madeira School 78

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Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School Riverside Military Academy St. Margaret’s School St. Paul’s School Subiaco Academy Woodberry Forest School The Woodstock Academy

75 76 79 77 73 79 74

ARKANSAS â&#x20AC;¢ CONNECTICUT www.atlantaschoolguide.com

FLORIDA â&#x20AC;¢ CONNECTICUT 74

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GEORGIA 76

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MASSACHUSETTS â&#x20AC;¢ NEW HAMPSHIRE

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VIRGINIA â&#x20AC;¢ NEW YORK 78

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SPOTLIGHT ON METRO ATLANTA’S SCHOOL SYSTEMS

variety of improvements and innovative programs in Georgia’s public school systems have resulted in many stellar elementary, middle and high schools across the Metro area. Different school systems feature specialized programs and academic opportunities, such as magnet, charter, vocational or alternative schools to suit their respective students, parents and communities. However, despite variations in programming and academic offerings, all public schools must offer the core curriculum as determined by the Georgia Board of Education. Here is a county-by-county guide to Metro Atlanta’s public school systems. For more information about the Georgia Department of Education, call 404-656-2800 or visit www.gadoe.org. u 80

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ADAIRSVILLE WHITE

BARTOW CARTERSVILLE

Number of Schools Elementary 12 Middle 4 High 3 Career Academy 1 Total # of Students: 13,524 Student Spending: $8,955

EMERSON

Board of Education 770-606-5800 www.bartow.k12.ga.us

CHEROKEE CHEROKEE

CLAYTON

Number of Schools Elementary 24 Middle 7 High 6 Alternative 1 Evening 1 Virtual School 1 Centers 4

Top 3 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Woodland High 1068 Cass High 1039 Adairsville High 1015

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 519 (M) 536 5th: (ELA) 523 (M) 532 8th: (ELA) 528 (M) 517 2017 Average SAT: 1122 Top 5 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Sequoyah High 1148 Woodstock High 1142 Cherokee High 1131 Creekview High 1120 Etowah High 1104

What’s New More than 500 students competed in the Cherokee County Elementary Science Olympiad, participating in 18 events that encourage creative team problem solving using science knowledge. Four teams moved to the state competition. Number of Schools Elementary 31 Primary 2 Middle 14 High 9 Virtual 1 Alternative 3 Performing Arts Center 1 Adult Education 1 Charter 2 Magnet 9 Open Campus 1 Total # of Students: 54,532 Student Spending: $8,772

Board of Education 770-473-2700 www.clayton.k12.ga.us

2017 Average SAT: 1041

What’s New Bartow County Schools have launched a first-of-itskind hotline enabling residents to report illegal activity or threats against a county school, student or staff member through an anonymous phone call, text or email.

Total # of Students: 42,275 Student Spending: $8,704

Board of Education 770-479-1871 www.cherokeek12.net

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 507 (M) 517 5th: (ELA) 509 (M) 511 8th: (ELA) 511 (M) 504

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 482 (M) 502 5th: (ELA) 493 (M) 491 8th: (ELA) 499 (M) 489 2017 Average SAT: 964 Top 5 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Elite Scholars Academy 1083 M.E. Stilwell School of the Arts 1023 Morrow High 975 Lovejoy High School 969 Forest Park High 968

What’s New The district has created Summer T.I.M.E. (Thrive, Inspire, Motivate and Engage), a series of free, fun summer learning experiences for students in grades K-11. www.atlantaschoolguide.com

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BARTOW

PUBLIC SCHOOL COUNTY GUIDE

COBB

Board of Education 770-426-3300 www.cobbk12.org

COWETA COWETA

Number of Schools 2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: Elementary 64 3rd: (ELA) 519 (M) 523 Primary 2 5th: (ELA) 526 (M) 523 Intermediate 2 8th: (ELA) 529 (M) 519 Middle 24 High 10 2017 Average SAT: 1082 Magnet High Schools 6 Charter 1 Top 5 Schools by Average Learning Centers 3 2017 SAT Score Virtual Academies 1 Walton High 1242 Lassiter High 1189 Total # of Students: Pope High 1164 115,086 Wheeler High 1153 Student Spending: Kennesaw Mountain High 1146 $9,110 What’s New A group of 32 Griffin Elementary students were selected to participate in GoIT, a program designed to develop proficiency and confidence in STEM-related skills. Number of Schools Elementary 19 Middle 6 High 3 Charter & Career Academy 1 Alternative 3 Centre for Performing and Visual Arts 1 Total # of Students: 22,164 Student Spending: $8,794

Board of Education 770-254-2800 www.cowetaschools.net

DEKALB

Board of Education 678-676-1200 www.dekalbschoolsga.org

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2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 514 (M) 523 5th: (ELA) 516 (M) 516 8th: (ELA) 523 (M) 534 2017 Average SAT: 1080 Top 3 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Northgate High 1102 East Coweta High 1070 Newnan High 1068

What’s New The Lee Middle School math team took first place for the fifth consecutive year at the West Georgia regional MATHCOUNTS competition at the University of West Georgia, earning a spot at the state finals.

Number of Schools Elementary 66 Middle 18 High 18 Charter 9 Magnet 6 Centers, Special Education and Alternative 18 Total # of Students: 101,856 Student Spending: $9,862

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 490 (M) 502 5th: (ELA) 498 (M) 494 8th: (ELA) 498 (M) 494 2017 Average SAT: 973 Top 5 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score DeKalb School of the Arts 1170 Chamblee Charter High 1131 Dunwoody High 1110 Lakeside High 1098 DeKalb Early College Academy 1068

What’s New The district has purchased approximately seven acres of Pleasantdale Park from the county, enabling it to replace the current Pleasantdale Elementary School with a new 900-seat campus without moving or impacting area students. Summer/Fall 2018

DOUGLAS

Board of Education 770-651-2000 www.douglas.k12.ga.us

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Number of Schools Elementary 20 Middle 8 High 5 Centers 3 Total # of Students: 26,537 Student Spending: $8,671

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 504 (M) 514 5th: (ELA) 510 (M) 509 8th: (ELA) 513 (M) 511 2017 Average SAT: 1001 Top 5 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Douglas County High 1053 Chapel Hill High 1010 Alexander High 1008 Lithia Springs High 983 New Manchester High 951

What’s New Burlington Stores, Inc. has made a $10,000 donation to Douglas County Schools’ Bright Star Elementary to celebrate the opening of the chain’s new Douglasville store. The check was presented at a surprise assembly at the school. Number of Schools Elementary 14 Middle 5 High 5 Alternative 1 Open Campus 1

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 534 (M) 542 5th: (ELA) 533 (M) 534 8th: (ELA) 543 (M) 543

Total # of Students: 20,089 Student Spending: $9,750

Top 5 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score McIntosh High 1202 Starr’s Mill High 1142 Whitewater High 1116 Sandy Creek High 1080 Fayette County High 1039

2017 Average SAT: 1116

Board of Education 770-460-3535 www.fcboe.org

What’s New Three students from Fayette County and McIntosh High Schools took first place at the SkillsUSA Georgia State Leadership and Skills Conference, qualifying for nationals.

FORSYTH

Number of Schools Elementary 21 Middle 10 High 5 Non-Traditional 2 Virtual 1 Charter/Evening 1

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Total # of Students: 46,326 Student Spending: $8,221

Board of Education 770-887-2461 www.forsyth.k12.ga.us

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 542 (M) 553 5th: (ELA) 547 (M) 560 8th: (ELA) 549 (M) 561 2017 Average SAT: 1142 Top 5 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Lambert High 1187 South Forsyth High 1186 West Forsyth High 1127 North Forsyth High 1117 Forsyth Central 1091

What’s New Thirty-three Forsyth County students were named as finalists in the Governor’s Honors Program, a four-week summer program designed to provide intellectually gifted and artistically talented high school students educational opportunities not available during the school year. www.atlantaschoolguide.com

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Number of Schools Elementary 59 Middle 19 High 18 Charter 10 Alternative Schools 3 Virtual Campus 1 Total # of Students: 95,647 Student Spending: $10,609

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Board of Education 470-254-3600 www.fultonschools.org

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Number of Schools Elementary 11 Middle 4 High 2 Alternative 2

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Top 5 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Northview HS 1227 Chattahoochee HS 1191 Johns Creek HS 1183 Milton HS 1162 Roswell HS 1157

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 486 (M) 504 5th: (ELA) 495 (M) 498 8th: (ELA) 494 (M) 486 2017 Average SAT: 973 Top 2 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Spalding High 1007 Griffin High 938

What’s New Superintendent James D. Smith held two town hall meetings with panel discussions to discuss campus safety issues and security measures with the public.

Number of Schools Elementary 80 Middle 29 High 20 Alternative 4 Charter 2 Open Campus 1 Virtual School 1 Special Education 4 Center 1 Career/Technical 1 Total # of Students: 182,548 Student Spending: $8,538

Board of Education 678-301-6000 www.gwinnett.k12.ga.us

2017 Average SAT: 1037

What’s New A $5,000 grant from the Lowe’s Toolbox for Education program will enable students from Riverwood International Charter School to create an outdoor classroom and garden for interdisciplinary learning.

Total # of Students: 9,881 Student Spending: $9,465

Board of Education 770-229-3700 www.spalding.k12.ga.us

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 514 (M) 527 5th: (ELA) 521 (M) 522 8th: (ELA) 523 (M) 517

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 514 (M) 529 5th: (ELA) 520 (M) 526 8th: (ELA) 527 (M) 499 2017 Average SAT: 1084 Top 2 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Gwinnett School of Math, Science, and Technology 1315 North Gwinnett High 1168 Brookwood High 1135 Mill Creek High 1131 Peachtree Ridge High 1115

What’s New Select students will take part in the Gwinnett Youth Commission, learning about the workings of county government and receiving leadership and personal development training. Summer/Fall 2018

HALL

Number of Schools Elementary 14 Middle 5 High 6 Charter 11 Total # of Students: 28,008 Student Spending: $8,505

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 498 (M) 510 5th: (ELA) 505 (M) 508 8th: (ELA) 509 (M) 507 2017 Average SAT: 1034 Top 5 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score North Hall High 1084 Flowery Branch High 1074 Johnson High 1037 Chestatee High 1014 West Hall High 1003

Board of Education 770-534-1080 www.hallco.org

What’s New The Cherokee Bluff middle and high schools will open this fall, and newly drawn attendance zones will balance attendance and provide pre-K classes at all elementary schools.

HENRY

Number of Schools Elementary 27 Middle 11 High 10 Charter 2 Alternative 1 Career Academy 1 Virtual School 1

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Total # of Students: 42,146 Student Spending: $9,016

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 500 (M) 511 5th: (ELA) 508 (M) 505 8th: (ELA) 517 (M) 498 2017 Average SAT: 1012 Top 5 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Union Grove High 1105 Ola High 1082 Eagles Landing High 1037 Woodland High 1025 Dutchtown High 1016

Board of Education 770-957-6601 www.henry.k12.ga.us

What’s New Five Henry County high schools have been named to the Georgia Department of Education 2018 Advanced Placement Honors Schools list.

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Number of Schools Elementary 19 Middle 9 High 5 Alternative 1

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Board of Education 770-443-8000 www.paulding.k12.ga.us

Total # of Students: 29,154 Student Spending: $8,770

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 514 (M) 525 5th: (ELA) 518 (M) 514 8th: (ELA) 516 (M) 506 2017 Average SAT: 1027 Top 5 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score North Paulding High 1057 East Paulding High 1027 Hiram High 1020 Paulding County High 1019 South Paulding High 1011

What’s New The Paulding County School District app is now available as a free download for all mobile devices, enabling subscribers to stay connected to the district and receive messages, alerts and district news.

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Number of Schools Elementary 11 Middle 4 High 3 Alternative 1 Career Academy 1 Magnet 1 Open Campus 1 Virtual School 1 Total # of Students: 16,265 Student Spending: $9,941

2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 503 (M) 515 5th: (ELA) 508 (M) 506 8th: (ELA) 507 (M) 499 2017 Average SAT: 978 Top 3 Schools by Average 2017 SAT Score Rockdale High 1015 Heritage High 999 Salem High 920

Board of Education 770-483-4713 www.rockdaleschools.org

What’s New Six Rockdale County schools have been named to the Georgia Department of Education Reward Schools list, an honor given to top-performing Title I schools.

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Board of Education 404-802-3500

Total # of Students: 51,063 www.atlantapublicschools.us Student Spending: $15,625 Number of Schools 2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: Primary 6 3rd: (ELA) 493 (M) 506 Elementary 44 5th: (ELA) 501 (M) 502 Intermediate 1 8th: (ELA) 499 (M) 486 Middle 10 6th Grade Academy 1 2017 Average SAT: 961 High 9 Charter 17 Top 5 Schools by Average Alternative 4 2017 SAT Score Evening School 1 Charles R. Drew Charter High 1105 Open Campus 1 Adult Education Center 1 Grady High 1087 North Atlanta High 1062 Booker T. Washington High 1021 Carver Early College 1002 What’s New The district is building additional days into the schedule designated as potential make-up days to prevent disruption by inclement weather during the school year.

BUFORD CITY SCHOOLS

Board of Education Total # of Students: 770-945-5035 4,690 www.bufordcityschools.org Student Spending: $9,621 Number of Schools 2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: Elementary (K-1) 1 3rd: (ELA) 534 (M) 545 Academy (2-5) 1 5th: (ELA) 528 (M) 539 Middle 1 8th: (ELA) 545 (M) 552 High 1 2017 Average SAT: 1157 What’s New Buford High School teams won state titles in girls’ basketball and boy’s traditional wrestling for the second consecutive year. The girls’ track and field team also took its firstever state title, while the girls’ soccer team was state runner-up.

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Board of Education 404-371-3601 www.csdecatur.net Number of Schools Elementary 5 Middle 1 4th & 5th Grade Academy 1 High 1 Early Learning Center 1

Total # of Students: 5,105 Student Spending: $11,026 2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 548 (M) 551 5th: (ELA) 550 (M) 551 8th: (ELA) 549 (M) 541 2017 Average SAT: 1145

What’s New Students at Westchester Elementary recently facilitated their student-led conferences, communicating their growth in reading or writing and mathematics, as well as music, art, P.E. and Spanish. They students also shared their progress in the district’s Habits of Scholarship, including craftsmanship, perseverance, and collaboration.

GAINESVILLE CITY SCHOOLS

Board of Education 770-536-5275 www.gcssk12.net Number of Schools Elementary 6 Middle 1 High 1

Total # of Students: 8,287 Student Spending: $8,714 2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: 3rd: (ELA) 485 (M) 504 5th: (ELA) 498 (M) 502 8th: (ELA) 508 (M) 514 2017 Average SAT: 1014

What’s New Based on the number of students and their scores in AP classes, Gainesville High School was recognized by the Georgia Department of Education as a 2017 Advanced Placement Honors School, earning AP STEM, AP STEM Achievement, AP Humanities, and AP Access and Support distinction.

MARIETTA CITY SCHOOLS

Board of Education Total # of Students: 770-422-3500 9,183 www.marietta-city.org Student Spending: $10,545 Number of Schools Elementary 7 2017 Mean Georgia Milestone Scores: Sixth Grade 1 3rd: (ELA) 506 (M) 519 Middle 1 5th: (ELA) 516 (M) 517 High 1 8th: (ELA) 512 (M) 505 Alternative 1 Magnet 1 2017 Average SAT: 1057 What’s New The Governor’s Office of Student Achievement has named three schools from the district to the list of Georgia’s top 218 highest-performing schools. Two received platinum level designations: Marietta Sixth Grade Academy for Greatest Gains and Marietta Center for Advanced Academics.

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Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education......11 Callanwolde Fine Arts Center............................17 Generation Infocus.............................................90 Interactive Neighborhood for Kids (INK)..........96 LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta.............94 Zoo Atlanta..........................................................91

Boarding Schools

The Academy at SOAR........................................... 17 Brandon Hall School................................................ 76 Eagle Hill School...................................................... 77 Florida Prep.............................................................. 74 Forman School......................................................... 73 The Knox School...................................................... 78 The Madeira School................................................ 78 Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School.............................. 75 Riverside Military Academy ................................... 76 St. Margaret’s School............................................... 79 St. Paul’s School....................................................... 77 Subiaco Academy.................................................... 73 Woodberry Forest School....................................... 79 The Woodstock Academy ...................................... 74

Early Education

Arbor Montessori School........................................ 57 Atlanta Academy..................................................... 54 Atlanta Montessori International School............... 35 Benjamin Preparatory School................................. 7 Brenwood Academy................................................ 11 Canterbury School................................................... 60 The Children’s School.............................................. 59 Counterpane Montessori School........................... 65 The Friends School of Atlanta................................ 57 Foundations For The Future................................... 69 Fulton Science Academy Private School............... 2 High Meadows School............................................ 3 Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School.......................... 44 Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia......... 53 Kennesaw Mountain Nature Preschool................. 69 Lyndon Academy..................................................... 42 McGinnis Woods Country Day School.................. 48 MJCCA Preschools.................................................. 50 Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs............... 35 Montessori at Vickery.............................................. 35 Montessori Kids Academy...................................... 49 Mount Paran Christian School................................ 68 Northwoods Montessori School............................. 53 Porter Academy....................................................... 40 Shallowford Presbyterian School............................ 61 Strong Rock Christian School................................. 65 The Walker School................................................... 43 Woodward Academy............................................... 66

Field Trips & Education Programs

ArtsBridge Foundation............................................ 91 Callanwolde Fine Arts Center................................. 17 Children’s Museum of Atlanta................................ 95 College Football Hall of Fame............................... 93

The Foxfire Museum................................................ 92 Funk Heritage Center.............................................. 95 Interactive Neighborhood for Kids (INK)............... 96 LEGOLAND Discovery Center Atlanta.................. 94 Lookout Mountain Attractions................................ 94 Mayfield Dairy Farm................................................ 95 North Fulton County Water Reclamation Facilities.... 96 Southeastern Railway Museum............................... 96 Zoo Atlanta .............................................................. 91

Independent Schools

Arbor Montessori School........................................ 57 Athens Academy...................................................... 56 Atlanta Academy..................................................... 54 Atlanta Girls’ School................................................ 37 Atlanta International School................................... 39 Atlanta Montessori International School............... 35 The Bedford School................................................ 64 Benjamin Preparatory School................................. 7 Brenwood Academy................................................ 11 Bridgeway Christian Academy............................... 48 Canterbury School................................................... 60 Center Academy ..................................................... 70 The Children’s School.............................................. 59 The Cottage School................................................ 44 Counterpane Montessori School........................... 65 Covenant Christian School..................................... 71 Cumberland Academy of Georgia......................... 17 Eastside Christian School........................................ 41 Excel Christian Academy........................................ 68 Foundations For The Future................................... 69 The Friends School of Atlanta................................ 57 Fulton Science Academy Private School............... 2 The Garden School of Marietta.............................. 46 Harvester Christian Academy................................. 63 Hebron Christian Academy..................................... 56 High Meadows School............................................ 3 Holy Innocents’ Episcopal School.......................... 44 Holy Spirit Preparatory School............................... 38 Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia......... 53 Johnson Ferry Christian Academy......................... 41 Kennesaw Mountain Nature Preschool................. 69 Killian Hill Christian School..................................... 58 Lanier Christian Academy....................................... 51 Lyndon Academy..................................................... 42 McGinnis Woods Country Day School.................. 48 Midtown International School................................ 60 Midway Covenant Christian School....................... 69 Mill Springs Academy............................................. 37 MJCCA Preschools.................................................. 50 Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs............... 35 Montessori Kids Academy...................................... 49 Montessori at Vickery.............................................. 35 Mount Paran Christian School................................ 68 Mount Pisgah Christian School.............................. 5 Northwoods Montessori School............................. 53 Pace Academy......................................................... 39 Piedmont School of Atlanta.................................... 49 Porter Academy....................................................... 40

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ADVERTISER INDEX (Continued from Previous Page) Saint Francis School................................................ 45 Shallowford Presbyterian School............................ 61 Springmont School.................................................. 46 Strong Rock Christian School................................. 65 The Suzuki School.................................................... 11 The Walker School................................................... 43 Wesleyan School...................................................... 54 Westminster Christian Academy............................ 61 William & Reed Academy....................................... 52 Woodward Academy............................................... 66

Montessori Schools

Arbor Montessori School........................................ 57 Atlanta Montessori International School............... 35 Counterpane Montessori School........................... 65 Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia......... 53 Montessori Academy at Sharon Springs............... 35 Montessori Kids Academy...................................... 49 Montessori at Vickery.............................................. 35 Northwoods Montessori School............................. 53 Springmont School.................................................. 46

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Special Needs & Learning Difficulties

The Academy at SOAR........................................... 17 The Bedford School................................................ 64 Center Academy...................................................... 70 Children’s Special Services...................................... 18 The Cottage School................................................ 44 Cumberland Academy of Georgia......................... 17 Mill Springs Academy............................................. 37 The Piedmont School of Atlanta............................ 49 Porter Academy....................................................... 40

Summer Camps & Activities

Atlanta Ballet Centre for Dance Education........... 11 Callanwolde Fine Arts Center................................. 17 Generation Infocus.................................................. 90 Squirrel Hollow Day Camp...................................... 90 U.S. Space & Rocket Center: Space Camp........... 13 Zoo Atlanta............................................................... 91

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