2022-2023 Viewbook

WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF

Wesleyan believes —

• in education that is authentically Christ-centered AND academically rigorous.

• in fostering humility AND valuing achievement.

• in both accountability AND grace for students.

• in training children to be independent AND fostering their development in an age-appropriate manner.

• in parents who want their children to succeed AND allow them to grow through failure.

• the challenges students will face in the future will be solved by leaders of character AND intellect.

WHAT IS THE POWER OF “AND”?

MISSION STATEMENT

Wesleyan’s mission is to be a Christian school of academic excellence by providing each student a diverse college preparatory education guided by Christian principles and beliefs; by challenging and nurturing the mind, body, and spirit; and by developing responsible stewardship in our changing world.

Faith and intellect are great partners.

While knowledge and information are important, wisdom and truth are transformational. We believe that a renewed mind is one that is being transformed into the image of Christ. As Wesleyan students learn kingdom values and gospel truth, they grow in mind, body, and spirit. Wesleyan faculty, staff, coaches, directors, and mentors model and teach that the Christian faith is not to be compartmentalized. Rather, faith permeates how we learn, study, serve, compete, perform, create, relate, and dream. It is by faith that we believe we are called to use all the gifts God has given us to pursue excellence for His glory.

RENEWED MINDS BEGIN HERE

“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”

“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.”

attend faculty-led Bible studies.

Students often develop a curiosity and desire to dig deeper into their faith through optional, gender-specific, grade-level Bible studies and discipleship opportunities.

of faculty, staff, and board members are professing Christians.

Annual

200+ STUDENTS LIFECHRISTIANRETREATS

Wesleyan teachers seek to meet students where they are and sow seeds of faith through chapels, Bible classes, and relationships. 100% opportunitiesservice for all students

Middle and high school Christian life retreats help deepen relationships and create opportunities for students to encounter Jesus in a new way.

Between kindergarten and grade four –

Wesleyan students learn that they are pursued by a God who loves them; they are known, treasured, and challenged by their teachers; and they can explore, grow, and excel without fear of failure. Wesleyan teachers bring learning to life with the multi-sensory Orton-Gillingham approach to language arts, a one-to-one iPad program to support lessons, and individual and small group work to cultivate opportunities to grow, collaborate, and communicate. From teachers and learning specialists to counselors and after school activity leaders, the lower school faculty is committed to sharing gospel-centered values with students during this exceptional childhood experience.

JENNIFER HODGES

“Every day I drop my children off at Wesleyan, I know that they are noticed and loved. My husband and I are thankful our children are fed daily with the word of God and challenged academically."

“AndincreasedJesus in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man.”

During the adolescent years of middle school

Wesleyan students build a foundation for Christ to be in their hearts and minds. As they begin taking more responsibility for their own learning and actions, they develop independence in a nurturing environment. Teachers, mentors, coaches, and directors remind each student that they are fearfully, wonderfully, and uniquely created with strengths, passions, and curiosities. With biblically grounded confidence, students explore academic interests and extracurricular opportunities while they grow in relationships with peers and adults.

GOALS FOR WESLEYAN MIDDLE SCHOOLERS:

• Encounter Jesus.

• Learn to love one another and yourself.

• Embrace learning, thinking, and growing.

“Our daughter has clearly shown a new confidence that we believe comes from the responsibility of being in middle school. Her teachers have shown an incredible dedication to helping her reach her full potential by challenging her while also providing a loving support network."

ROB BOHN, DAD TO ANN-HARMON ‘29 AND CHARLES ‘31

GET TO KNOW THE MIDDLE SCHOOL

As high studentsschoolbecome young adults –

they learn from passionate and purposeful educators who are committed to strengthening the intellectual, emotional, and spiritual foundations needed for college and life. Students develop their unique passions, talents, and strengths through robust course schedules. Meaningful relationships with adults support each student’s overall wellness.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ARE PREPARED TO:

• Think critically, problem solve creatively, and communicate effectively.

• Challenge andacademically,themselvesphysically,spiritually.

• Build relationships with peers, adults, and Jesus.

GET KNOWTOTHE HIGH SCHOOL

THOMAS COOK '23

"Wesleyan is a place that shows up in every aspect of your life and prepares you for the rest of your life. I have never been part of a community like this."

Ready to flourish –

through challenging academic courses and extracurricular offerings to support well-rounded development, Wesleyan students are prepared to succeed in college. Through Christ-centered relationships, Wesleyan students are also prepared to flourish in college and in their life after college. With a college planning process that expands over all four years of high school, the college advising team has more than 45 touch points with students and families as they discern the best fit for college.

• A 4-person college advising team supports students.

• 100% of students are accepted into a 4-year college.

• On average, each senior applies to 8 colleges.

• The class of 2022, made up of 136 students, reported $8 million in merit scholarship money (not including the HOPE or Zell Miller scholarships).

EQUIPPED FOR SUCCESS IN COLLEGE AND LIFE

Wesleyan School seeks to cultivate a diverse and unified community in which every child is known, loved, and valued as an image-bearer of God. This pursuit is founded in biblical truth, guided by kingdom values, and empowered by gospel hope. In practice, Wesleyan School incorporates diversity programming into the school day through lessons, speakers, and activities. We offer optional events and groups for students, faculty, and parents desiring to deepen their understanding of diversity.

• Gender – As a student at a co-ed school with some gender-specific classes and teams, children will learn to love their unique strengths.

• Race & Ethnicity – Every student will engage with classmates and teachers of different races and ethnicities, preparing them to collaborate and build relationships with individuals of all backgrounds.

• Age – In a community of students ages 5 to 18 and a Christian staff of all ages, each child will have role models to learn from and opportunities to lead others regardless of their age.

• Ability – With deep relationships and broad opportunities on campus, every student’s strengths and abilities will be seen and celebrated, and students will appreciate the unique giftedness of others.

• Culture – Students will learn about the traditions, values, and customs of other cultures and share their own cultural experiences.

• Economic Status – Wesleyan families come from a variety of economic backgrounds, and all families are valued regardless of financial resources.

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We believe our differences make up the body of Christ.

“For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ."

Whether on the stage, in the studio, or in concert, Wesleyan students have the opportunity to discover and grow their God-given talents in creativity and performance. All students can both explore new interests and excel in existing passions. Band, chorus, theater, and visual arts courses range from beginner to advanced placement. Students can further their talents in extracurricular and after school programs.

• 100% of lower school students engage in visual and performing arts.

• Each year, middle and high school students perform 2 musicals with live orchestras and 3 full-length plays.

• Wesleyan offers visual arts classes in drawing, painting, photography, sculpture, and digital design.

HOW DO EXTRACURRICULARS CHALLENGE AND NURTURE THE MIND, BODY, AND SPIRIT?

"Each teacher and director has furthered my knowledge and passion for fine arts. More importantly, they have each displayed what it looks like to be a great person and faithful Christian. They spend time before, during, and after school to help me grow in every possible way, and I would not be the person that I am today without this faculty."

We are made in the image of a creative God.

the athletic program at Wesleyan is dedicated to encouraging and developing the character of student athletes through participation, competition, and sportsmanship. Physical education classes, after school programs, and community clinics introduce lower school students to the fundamentals of athletic movement and competition. Experienced and dedicated coaches teach middle and high school students to push themselves, encourage their teammates, and compete with distinction. This distinction is not only measured in cheers or championships but is characterized by student athletes becoming more of who God made them to be.

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“Coaching is an opportunity to invest in the lives of students and families. Athletics serve as a vehicle for us to reach kids, know them on a personal level, and ultimately model a Christian lifestyle. Our greatest desire is for our athletes to compete in a way that brings God glory . ”

MARY BLALOCK '04

HIGH SCHOOL DEAN OF STUDENT LIFE COACH OF 3-TIME STATE CHAMPION SOFTBALL TEAM

Balancing work and rest is biblically founded

which helps Wesleyan students flourish. The school schedule is intentionally crafted to include academic classes as well as community connection. The schedule also incorporates speakers to support social-emotional learning and time to pursue unique passions in clubs. Additionally, middle and high school students connect in faculty-led small groups.

To help ease the burden of traffic and logistics, Wesleyan offers morning and afternoon bus service throughout north Atlanta.

LEARN MORE ABOUT BUS SERVICE

For families needing more flexibility in drop-off and pick-up times or summer and weekend activities, Wesleyan offers auxiliary programs including before care, after care, Saturday clinics, and summer camp. Quarterly family nights are homework-free evenings with abbreviated afternoon activities followed by a late arrival day with no tests or quizzes.

LEARN MORE ABOUT WESLEYAN AUXILIARY PROGRAMS

Wesleyan cares about who our students are today and tomorrow, and we care about who our students become in the next 10, 20, and 50 years. Our prayer is that they excel professionally and go on to be the neighbors, spouses, parents, and friends that God is calling them to be.

Once a Wolf, always a Wolf! ALUMNI2,400

The relationships that begin at Wesleyan do not end when students graduate. Through college visits, Christmas and Easter celebrations, and family events, Wesleyan continues to connect with and support our alumni as they navigate college, career, and family.

“I attribute who I am as a person to my time at Wesleyan – not just the experiences in the classroom but the sports, mission trips, conversations with teachers, and more. I know that as I go through life I will continue to realize more of what Wesleyan did for me. There is no limit.”

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