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Sowing the seeds of organic learning Located near the intersection of 141 and McGinnis Ferry Road in Johns Creek, Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia provides excellence in Montessori education for children 15 months to six years old. JCMSOG provides an authentic Montessori environment, where each individual’s needs are respected and everyone works together for the good of the community. The focus is always on helping the children to develop themselves in a caring, peaceful environment. By helping children to develop independence, we assist them in their physical and emotional development. As their sense of security in their ability to care for themselves and their environment grows, their brains have more energy or "bandwidth" for increased academic learning. Additionally, this focus on development of muscular control is a first step in developing self-discipline. The multiage groupings in our classroom allow for non-competitive, mutually beneficial relationships between children. The younger children learn by observing the older children. The older children test
their learning by repeating lessons for their younger friends. Our specially trained, Montessoricertified teachers act as “guides” to the extensive curriculum, planting a seed of wonder that grows into a desire for greater knowledge. This dynamic, structured environment nurtures a strong work ethic, love of learning, and a passion for discovery not found in other schools. Each of our vibrant classroom communities are outfitted with high quality Montessori materials designed to meet each child's individual developmental needs, so that no matter a child's learning style or pace, we have the right equipment on hand to give him exactly what he needs. Dr. Maria Montessori wrote: “Education should no longer be mostly imparting of knowledge, but must take a new path, seeking the release of human potentialities.” Help your child to reach their full potential. The JCMSOG Difference is best experienced in person. Please call 770814-8001to schedule a tour to observe our “Montessori Magic” or visit www. JCMSOG.org.
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THE NOT-SO-LITTLE UNIVERSITY THAT IS CHANGING THE WORLD.
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Woodward North embraces tradition and innovation As Woodward North builds upon 25 years of proven success, the satellite campus of Woodward Academy continues its strong, established traditions of excellence while embracing new and innovative programs for students in Pre-K through sixth grade. The school provides a warm, nurturing environment where every student finds his or her own unique strength and talent. Its convenient location is in Johns Creek, on a 33-acre wooded campus with a nature trail that is used for educational and recreational purposes. Wise Guidance at Every Step At Woodward North, the focus is on innovative practices in the classroom with a curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking. With a student-teacher ratio average of only 10:1, students receive wise guidance at every step, discover their greatest strengths, and build life-shaping qualities of good character. In addition to its rigorous academic program for mainstream students, Woodward North also offers its acclaimed Transition Program for students with diagnosed learning disabilities in fourth through sixth grades. Prolific Opportunities to Try and Triumph Woodward North offers a wide range of clubs, arts opportunities, and intramural sports. Its lively arts offerings include show choir, dance, orchestra, handbells, and a full array of visual arts options. Students also can choose from horseback riding, fencing, golf, tap class, jump rope club, and a variety of
intramural sports as well as a robust robotics program and a competitive chess club. Woodward North’s Odyssey of the Mind program has reached the World Championships multiple times. Deep Respect for Difference Students at Woodward North develop a deep respect for difference in a community where diversity is more than skin deep. Peers from a broad array of religious and ethnic backgrounds come together to find opportunities to explore and excel at every level, whatever their interests. At Woodward North, students not only learn about other cultures but experience them daily in their interactions with friends and in their celebrations of special holidays throughout the year including Ramadan, Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, Chinese New Year, NowRuz, and others. Parents, faculty, and administrators agree that Woodward North students not only excel academically but also possess a strong sense of values and an extraordinary sense of empathy toward their fellow classmates. Because of their experiences at Woodward, they are more confident and well-prepared in today's evolving world. Discover the Woodward Difference The large majority of Woodward North students continue their education at Woodward’s Main Campus in College Park beginning in seventh grade, where they join peers from 100 different zip codes and 23 metro Atlanta counties. The Academy provides bus transportation to and from College
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A school with much to celebrate Fulton Science Academy Private School offers students of Georgia a real difference in education. The school focuses on S.T.E.A.M. education to meet the growing demand for higher level logic and reasoning skills necessary for future student success. Additionally, the school works to develop student presentation, writing, organization, and timemanagement abilities from the earliest grades. They offer advanced and gifted curricula taught for greater retention and achievement by a nation-
ally award winning faculty. We limit class size to a maximum of 18 students for Pre-K through 5th grade and 20 students for 6th grade and up allowing for focused individualized student attention. The small and structured environment, along with uniforms, keeps students focused on their studies. Since there are little to no discipline issues, the faculty and administration can utilize their time to teach and continually seek ways to improve their educational model.
The school considers development of the whole student as important as academics. Physical education is a part of every school day to keep students healthy and active. For a creative outlet, students take part in art, music, robotics, and computer classes every week. Many other enrichment opportunities are offered including free after-school clubs, band, orchestra, and top performing academic teams to develop student social skills. Fulton Science Academy is proud to have some of
Georgia’s strongest academic teams. After a very successful competition season at the state level, our school is representing Georgia in four different national and/or global events this year. These events are: National Science Olympiad, Nebraska North American First Lego League Tournament, California Global Destination Imagination Competition, Tennessee International Model United Nations, New York Fulton Science Academy has engineered a school of the
future today. For detailed information and achievements, please visit www.fultonscienceacademy.org
The Davis Academy From Kindergarten Prep through Eighth Grade, The Davis Academy provides a challenging and enriching education based on an innovative, student-centric curriculum. The learning and the “ahas” happen not only in classrooms, but also in our state-of-theart science labs, new outdoor nature sanctuary, creativitydriving idea labs and in global video conferences with kids from other classrooms around the globe. The Davis Academy program includes project-based learning, integrated technology, accelerated math, fine arts, athletics, world languages, community service, student government, overnight trips, after-school programs, and parent (and grandparent) learning opportunities. The Davis Academy is a welcoming community that appreciates diversity and encourages family participation. Beyond academics, we teach life skills, instill Jewish values, and provide a wide variety of experiences so that our students become well-balanced
and self-confident individuals. Davis Academy students distinguish themselves academically, as well as in the arts and sports. The strong foundation they receive at The Davis Academy enables our graduates to succeed at the high schools and colleges of their choice, with exemplary academic and leadership skills. Named a 2015 Top Workplace by the Atlanta JournalConstitution, an honor received by survey feedback from the school’s own employees, Davis Academy’s excellence is a direct reflection of the commitment of its exceptional faculty, who use expertise, experience, caring and guidance to get to know each child and nurture the development of his or her unique talents The Davis Academy is recognized as the largest Reform Jewish Day School in the country and the largest K-8 academic organization in Georgia. We are accredited through SACS (Southern Association of Colleges & Schools) and SAIS (Southern Association of Independent Schools).
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Life University Life University (LIFE) offers undergraduate and graduate programs rooted in innovation and purpose, along with the world’s largest single-campus chiropractic college. The mission of LIFE is to empower each student with the education, skills and values needed for career success and life fulfillment based on a vitalistic philosophy – the recognition and respect that all organic systems in the universe are conscious, self-developing, self-maintaining and self-healing. From day one on campus, students are challenged to explore Vitalism, health and wellness and other non-traditional ideas that confront belief systems and break barriers. Life University is founded on a set of values that collectively create a culture that is unique to LIFE. The University was founded on the ethos of Lasting Purpose: “To Give, To Do, To Love, To Serve – Out of a Sense of Abundance.” Students are service-driven, seeking out opportunities to serve the community. LIFE is concerned with character development as well as granting degrees and has designed Eight Core Proficiencies and their skill sets: Integrity and Citizenship; Critical Thinking; Belief Systems and Performance; Communication and Relationship Theory; Contemporary Scientific Paradigms; Leadership and Entrepreneurship; Philosophy and Healthcare Policy; and Integrative
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Change. Small classrooms and unique educational environments allow students to receive one-on-one mentorship from industry thought leaders. As an international institution, LIFE is committed to advancing the vital health revolution through education, social and clinical research, and serving as a think tank for global conversations enhancing the human experience. Located in Marietta, a suburb of Atlanta, LIFE offers proximity to a big city while fostering a small-school environment of health and wellness, study and personal growth within a serene landscape. Within the metro-Atlanta community, LIFE’s sustainable campus features LEED-certified housing, ample green space and a preserved 19th century village – all of which nod to the past while looking to the future.
McGinnis Woods Country Day School, established in 1999, is a private, non-parochial school offering a challenging Preschool, Elementary and Middle School Education. The beautiful school campus which is located in Alpharetta, recently opened a new state of the art Middle School and Gym. The Preschool accepts children as young as 6 weeks and the Elementary/Middle School teaches students in PreK 4 through 8th grade. McGinnis Woods Country Day School holds top accreditations, including GAC, SACS, and NAEYC. The mission of McGinnis Woods is to inspire students with the passion to excel. This is accomplished by providing superior hands-on, minds-on academics which foster self-confidence and inspire a lifelong love of learning. Superior educational resources are implemented to maximize the learning experience of our diverse student population. Small class sizes with low student-teacher ratios and individualized education is a McGinnis Woods distinctive. Students learn through a variety of engaging teaching techniques and technology, an emphasis on differentiated groupings, STEM activities, and projects which make each day unique. Frequent guest speakers, monthly field trips for each grade level, and community service round out the
curriculum. Drama Club, Competitive Sports and Robotics teams train year round. After school programs and Specialty Clubs are also available. Please visit www.mcginniswoods. org to learn more or join us for an Open House on Wednesday, October 21, 2015 from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Private tours are also available, call 770-664-7764 to schedule one today. Experience the McGinnis Woods difference!
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CONGRATULATIONS PEACHTREE PARK PREP 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF LOVING TO LEARN Peachtree Park Prep, a private preschool with locations in Johns Creek and Alpharetta has been providing a “Loving to Learn” philosophy for 2 decades to North Fulton families. With an exciting and engaging curriculum coupled with an unrivaled in the industry teaching tenure of the Fabulous Faculty of PPP, the students of PPP are uniquely positioned to graduate into the area’s public and private schools at the highest levels of performance with a solid foundation of loving to learn. “I always believed in the success of the vision, “loving to learn”, and having two young children at the time we opened, I knew PPP would be the best place for other children to be as well!”, states owner Kay Paschal. The cities of Johns Creek and Alpharetta have seen a lot of changes over the past 20 years and Peachtree Park Prep was right there growing
along with the community, opening a second location merely 5 miles away from the Medlock Bridge location. Paschal also expanded her footprint in the early education field by holding positions on the Board of the Georgia Child Care Association, the Advisory Council of Bright From the Start, as well as a member of the Alpharetta and Johns Creek Chambers. “We are very proud of the accomplishments of our PPP students who have now graduated from some of the finest colleges in the country! We often hear from parents of alumni that it all started with their “love of learning” fostered early at PPP”, states a proud Kay Paschal. PPP will host their Annual Fall Family Festival on Tuesday, Oct 20 at the Johns Creek location and Tuesday, Oct 27 at the North School ~ PPP Alumni families are welcome to stop by! www.peachtreeparkprep.com
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Alpharetta opened in May 2013, owned and operated by local residents Ron and Terrie Altman of the Best Natural Burger Corporation. After being named #1 Best Fast Casual Restaurant at the city’s Taste of Alpharetta Festival earlier this year, selected from 61 competing restaurants; BURGERFI Alpharetta most recently earned the first place award as recipient of Best Burger in the Appen Media BEST OF THE BEST AWARDS! Now, you can experience BURGERFI’s fresh and delicious flavors on the go. SKIP THE LINE and Order online to get your Fi on the Fly today at www.BurgerFi.com or http://order.burgerfi.com/menu/burgerfi-alpharetta Visit us today and ask about our all new KIDS MENU, offering all natural burgers, dogs, grilled cheese and organic juice and natural fruit. Come see and enjoy the Best of the Best and experience it for yourself! The store is located at 5475 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30004, and the location’s operating hours are Sunday through Thursday from 11AM – 10PM, and Friday and Saturday from 11AM – 11PM
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Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy
Where potential meets performance For over 108 years Riverside Military Academy has produced young men of purpose, integrity, and character. We offer a traditional, American-style education where personal values, honor, and love of country still matter. Riverside is not owned or operated by any particular religious denomination, but supports the spiritual and educational goals of all families. Upon graduation, a Riverside cadet has experienced the challenges of the military model of education and is completely prepared for the rigors of college. He is poised, polite, and confident in any social environment. Riverside cadets stand tall, offer a
firm handshake, respect authority, and display a level of confidence that parents may not have observed previously. Cadets of Riverside Military Academy attend grades 7 through 12 and benefit from a small class size and a 15:1 student teacher ratio. Our entire educational program centers around the way young men learn best. Riverside’s College Center assists cadets in preparing for and placing their college applications each year. The graduating class 2014 consisted of 91 cadets who were admitted to over 105 universities across the world and earned over $4.2 million in collegiate scholarships not including HOPE scholarship.
Two graduating seniors were appointed to the U.S. Military Academy –West Point and the United States Air Force Academy, an educational value of over $450,000 each. Riverside Military Academy holds dual accreditation in SACS and SAIS. Our comprehensive program of rigorous academics, athletics and leadership development sets the stage for a lifetime of success. Riverside Military Academy is located on 206 acres on the shores of Lake Lanier in Gainesville, GA. For more information please visit our web site at www.riversidemilitary.com or contact our admissions office at 770-538-2938.
Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy, located at 3036 Old Atlanta Road in Cumming, is an excellent quality childcare facility that combines learning with playing. From the well-trained staff members to the innovative school, children are given the opportunity to explore the world around them, establishing the basis for their future learning experiences. Infants through school age children can learn and play in the spacious school which includes: a cafeteria, playgrounds with age appropriate equipment, computer lab, library, water park, large covered patio, smart board technology, and much more! At every stage of your child’s journey, Kids ‘R’ Kids develops new and challenging ways to open the mind and expand the imagination – it’s what we call Smart Fun. Our foundation of love and trust is accompanied every step of the way by our teachers, parents and peers. Kids ‘R’ Kids now includes private Playball, Fun Bus, Soccer, Robotics, Chess, Ballet and Tap Lessons. Regardless of your need,
whether full time, part time, after school care, or seasonal camps, Kids ‘R’ Kids is the place for your child.
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Unlocking the gifts of dyslexic minds Brought to you by Swift School Swift School is celebrating 18 years of preparing students with dyslexia and related language-based learning difference to be successful in academics and in life. The school serves children in grades 1-8 and gives dyslexic students and their families the gift of hope by expanding their potential, possibilities, and pride. Swift’s results-driven education program for dyslexic students includes intensive and leveled language support, skills/strategies training, small class sizes, personalized approaches, and leadership opportunities. Swift values the many strengths of dyslexic students. With specific
teaching methods, such as Orton-Gillingham, the school allows students to explore, expand and excel in language development and application across all disciplines with a low student to teacher ratio. Swift helps shape dyslexic students not only by teaching them to decode and understand language, but by helping students develop interpersonal skills that will allow them to adapt to and thrive in a life beyond Swift. The school offers a challenging Middle School program to prepare for high school and offers frequent assessment of children with clear and constructive reporting to parents. Swift School is conveniently located in Roswell right off of GA – 400 at exit 7.
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We are Wesleyan Built on enduring relationships – first, in Christ; second, through compassionate teachers; and third, within a vibrant student body – a Wesleyan education provides kindergarteners through high school seniors a means to maximize their God-given talents in an ever-changing world. With 1,132 students, Wesleyan chooses to remain a place where children are called by name, yet one that still offers full academic, athletic and arts programs. It’s an exciting time to be at Wesleyan - with new Lower School discipleship groups, after-school enrichment programs, and robotics classes. We’re also one of eight high schools in the state participating in the AP Cap-
stone Program. We invite you to come visit our 85acre campus to find out why Wesleyan is the best investment you can make in your child’s future. Please join us January 9 for our largest admissions event of the year, Family Open House. Guests can tour classrooms, art studios, and athletic facilities while visiting with faculty, coaches, parents, and students. Parents and students can also learn more about our Lower School during interactive open houses November 18 and January 27. Parents are invited to spend time with teachers and administrators during December 3 and February 2 open houses.
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Strong faith, strong families, strong futures Bridgeway Christian Academy (BCA) is dedicated to providing a Christcentered learning environment that encourages parent involvement and reinforces the beliefs and values taught in the Christian home. Offering preschool through eighth grade, Bridgeway is accredited by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and Advanc-ED. A proven curriculum challenges students while emphasizing a biblical worldview. Smartboards are utilized in every classroom, and middle school students may bring their own devices
for note taking and e-books. Character development and community service are emphasized with opportunities for all grades and a quarterly requirement of five hours of service time for middle school. Weekly chapels, Spanish class, physical education, and a rich fine arts program (art, drama, and music) round out the Bridgeway experience. The school yearbook/newspaper class and praise band provide additional opportunities for middle school students to explore their interests. Students in grades fifth – eighth
participate in a wide range of interscholastic sports including basketball, soccer, tennis, volleyball, track and field, golf, swimming, and cross country. The Bridgeway Lions currently reign as the NAML- A Boys Soccer Champions. Families of rising preschoolers – fifth grade students are invited to attend an interactive Open House – Cupcakes & Classrooms- Saturday, November 7, from 9 – 11 am. To schedule an individual tour, contact BCA Admissions at 678.942.1126, or www.bridgewayca.org.
Personalized attention in Christ-centered environment Pinecrest Academy is a PreK3 through 12th grade, college preparatory Catholic school, located in Cumming, Georgia. The school provides an atmosphere of academic rigor and critical thinking, while offering personalized attention in a Christ-centered environment of faith and reason. Pinecrest prepares students to become committed Christian leaders, eager to transform a global society. This mission is accomplished in a gender specific environment on a co-ed campus. Following the educational philosophy of the Legionaries
of Christ, Pinecrest implements Integral Formation® to develop the human, intellectual, spiritual and apostolic dimensions of the whole person. Students are challenged to identify and use their gifts in service to others. Recognizing the parent as the primary educator of the child, Pinecrest’s mission embraces the entire family. Pinecrest provides a safe, moral, and spiritual environment which leads to positive peer groups and joyful, caring and confident students. Pinecrest is a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School and
has been recognized for eight consecutive years as a School of Excellence by the Cardinal Newman Society Catholic School Honor Roll. Pinecrest is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS), and the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). The school is also affiliated with the Georgia Independent School Association (GISA), National Catholic Education Association (NCEA), and National Consultants for Education (NCE). For more information, visit www.pinecrestacademy or call 770-888-4477.
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An Interactive Open House for Rising Preschool – 5th Grade Students
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Please join us and meet our teachers, tour the facilities, decorate cupcakes, and experience Bridgeway.
A special presentation will begin at 9 am Join us for Open House, Sunday, Nov. 8, 1-3 PM 4755 Kimball Bridge Rd., Alpharetta, GA 30005 | 770.751.1972
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Montessori Kids Academy Pioneering expeditionary STEM According to the U.S. Department of Education’s website, “it’s more important than ever for our youth to be equipped with the knowledge and skills to solve tough problems, gather and evaluate evidence, and make sense of information. These are the types of skills that students learn by studying science, technology, engineering, and math—subjects collectively known as STEM.� At Amana Academy in Alpharetta, “students are doing STEM with a purpose,� says the charter school’s principal, Cherisse Campbell.  Students are using STEM to answer questions like, “how far does food travel to get to my table?�
and “can I build a solar-powered tiny house that a homeless person could actually live in?� They find the answers to these questions, and others like them, during semesterlong, interdisciplinary Learning Expeditions that integrate all of their learning standards into exciting journeys that take kids and teachers out of the classroom and into the real world in their quest to find the answers. Currently in its 10th year of operation, Amana is a tuitionfree public charter school serving 750 students in grades K-8 in Fulton County.  Tour dates are available on their website at www.amanaacademy.org.
Montessori Kids Academy is located at 3034 Old Atlanta Road in Cumming, next to the Publix shopping center. We are a SACS/CASI accredited school and a member of the American Montessori Society. We pride ourselves on having highly qualified, experienced teachers who are passionate about the Montessori philosophy and guiding children along their journey of learning. We currently participate in the Georgia Student Scholarship Program, a tax-savings program created to enable parents to use their money tax-free for education. Montessori Kids Academy offers a traditional Montessori student-focused constructivist teaching style. Our growing school teaches children from 18 months to 3 years of age in our pre-primary classroom, 3 years to 6 years of age in our primary classrooms, and 6 to 12 years of age in our elementary classrooms. We strive to maintain a low student to teacher ratio in each class-
room. The school is housed in a 20,000 square foot, state-ofthe-art building complete with a children’s garden, outdoor classroom, spacious library, learning kitchen, computer lab, indoor cafÊ, outside picnic patio, two music rooms, and traditional Montessori furnishings. The following daily enrichments are offered as part of our Montessori curriculum at no additional cost: Coding and Robotics, Spanish, Music, Art, Cooking, Physical Education, Tai Chi and Organic
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Gardening. Even our PrePrimary students participate in Physical Education, art and Spanish. Transportation to and from regular field trips is provided by the new Montessori Kids Academy school bus. In addition to regular field trips that are off-site, we have many different visitors such as the Forsyth County firefighters, police and K-9 unit, Recycling Center, the Reptile Man and many other people who help complement our curriculum. Students enjoy daily yoga and journal writing in their classrooms as well as the computer lab. Montessori Kids Academy uses the program Montessori Compass. This is a website that gives the parents a snapshot of their child’s day, lets them track their child’s progress, shares pictures, and provides general information about the Montessori philosophy and the purpose of each lesson. It also educates the parents on the importance of providing their children with a strong foundation to build all future learning and how a Montessori education helps build this foundation. Montessori Kids Academy also offers an academic summer camp where students can learn while having fun. While at camp, the students will continue with Montessori Language Arts and Mathematics materials and lessons. The students will also participate in weekly field trips, either in-house for our youngest campers or off-site for the older students. Every day has an exciting new activity and each week’s theme will bring new excitement to the students as they learn about the world around them as well as tap into their creativity and imagination. We invite you to schedule a tour to see our traditional Montessori School that makes a difference around the world as well as at home. We invite you to our Open House Saturday, January 10th from 11:00-2:00, or you can call to schedule a tour to see our traditional Montessori School that makes a difference around the world as well as at home.
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