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Summer at Johns Creek Montessori Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia provides excellence in a Montessori education for children 8 weeks through six years. • An authentic Montessori environment: We provide a true Montessori environment, where each child’s needs are respected and everyone works together for the good of the community. Our focus during the summer months of June and July will be on the folk tales and traditions of the Asian, European and North American cultures. • Rigorous training: We require our Lead Teachers to hold a MACTE-accredited credential. They are highly skilled and able to work with young children individually, guiding each one to the materials that will offer the lessons that he is ready to absorb. • Nationally recognized: Johns Creek Montessori is accredited with quality by the Georgia Accrediting Commission and by the Pan American Montessori Society and is an initiate member school of the American Montessori Society. • High-quality Montessori materials: We equip each of our vibrant classroom communities with the didactic Montessori materials, developed by Maria Montessori herself. These are specifically designed to meet the child’s
individual needs in learning style and pace and give him exactly what he needs, when he is ready for it. • Education for life: We help children develop independence, a working memory, flexible thinking, organization and self-control, all hallmarks of the Montessori system of education. Our children learn to offer a helping hand in friendship to each other and to collaborate to find workable solutions, skills that will last a lifetime. • Non-competitive relationships and an appreciation for art, music and sport: Enrichment classes for the summer sessions include yoga, music and soccer. We foster supportive, mutually beneficial relationships between children in our multi-age classrooms. The younger children learn by watching older friends and the older children share with smaller friends the skills and talents they have acquired. • Partnership with parents: We believe that parents are the child’s first and best teachers and we value the support they give. Our Summer classes are held in two-week sessions and we offer half-day, full-day and all-day programs to meet the needs of all our families. We are Johns Creek Montessori School of Georgia. Sowing the seeds of organic learning.
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WOODWARD NORTH
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Pre-K to 12 College Park
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Woodward North Intimate, yet worldly. Nurturing, yet academically rigorous. Loving, yet on the cutting edge of technology. Can a school really have it all? We think it has to. Woodward North is the Johns Creek campus of Woodward Academy. Enrolling pre-K through sixth grade students and located on 33 beautifully wooded acres, it combines the intimacy of home with the resources of our Main Campus. With an average student-teacher ratio of 9:1, everyone from our principal to our school nurse to our beloved teachers is dedicated to caring for our kids every step of the way, while guiding them through a challenging college-preparatory curriculum. Expertise in science, math, reading, and writing is just the tip of the iceberg at Woodward North. We incorporate our STEAM programs throughout the curriculum, preparing our students for success amidst a rapidly changing world. Students in pre-K through third grade enjoy classes where they are taught foundational skills in technology, robotics and coding as well as general computer skills. Students in fourth through sixth grades take advanced classes in these subjects, with additional emphasis on engineering, design thinking, research, media production, and life skills to encourage and inspire critical thinking, problem-solving, and engaged collaboration. In addition, our Learning labs and our dedicated STEAM Station are outfitted with the latest technology like BeeBots, SmartBoards, iPads, and
Intimate, yet worldly. Nurturing, yet academically rigorous. Loving, yet on the cutting edge of technology. Can a school really have it all? We think it has to. other robotics and engineering tools that students use to solve real-world problems. Educating the whole child means cocurricular programs, athletics, and the arts are a vital part of every student’s educational journey. From horseback riding to golf to an array of of other athletic options, every student is active at Woodward North. Our arts programs are similarly extensive. Our students learn skills in music, performance, drawing, painting, and crafts that set them up for a lifetime of creative work. But all these programs and curricula only mean as much as the community behind them; at Woodward, students are part of a truly diverse community that cultivates strong character and a deep respect for difference. Here, these are more than buzzwords--diversity is
our backbone. Every day, our students bring experiences from a vast array of cultures, ethnicities, religions, races, learning styles, and geographic neighborhoods, which means that every day they learn from peers who are different from them. We emphasize our global curriculum and service to support civic engagement. Our diversity, service, and global programs create truly compassionate citizens of the world. Most Woodward North students continue on to Main Campus in seventh grade for a whole new world of opportunities, including our Independent Scientific Research and Global Connections programs. The Academy provides
extensive bus transportation, and many students choose to ride MARTA in designated Woodward cars with assigned security officers. A typical Woodward Academy graduating class attends more than 100 different colleges and universities, devotes 5,000 hours to community service, and earns more than $15 million in scholarships. They join an alumni network of 10,000+ and go on to live every version of success as engineers, musicians, professors, business leaders, you name it. To learn more about Woodward and the vast options available for students to create their own path, visit us at woodward.edu.
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High Meadows School There is no place like High Meadows School. Since 1973, High Meadows students in Pre-K through 8th grade have learned through experiential, immersive educational opportunities offered both in the school’s spacious, light-filled classrooms and across 42 acres of grassy fields and scenic woodlands. High Meadows School’s progressive curriculum is focused on developing future global citizens and innovative leaders who embrace challenge and think for themselves. High Meadows lower years classrooms offer low student-teacher ratios in which instruction emphasizes academic excellence, love of learning, critical thinking, and environmental and social responsibility. As a nationally recognized and award-winning leader in progressive education, High Meadows is an accredited International Baccalaureate (IB) World School offering its renowned Primary Years Program for students in preschool through fifth grade. High Meadows School’s accomplished and experienced faculty lead each student on this journey. Through interactive, inquiry-based instruction, supported by of-the-moment technology and our naturebased campus, High Meadows teachers are unequaled in their intellect, passion, and compassion for these kids. Every day they inspire authentic learning opportunities that are engaging and sticky (literally and figuratively!). When children graduate from High Meadows, they are empowered with a deep respect for international perspectives, an intuitive understanding of life’s interconnectedness, and an exceedingly strong sense of
self. Education is an expedition that starts from the moment we are born. When we teach children to be curious and inquiring at an early age, we create within them a love of learning that lasts an entire lifetime. What is more important than that? Come see how all this comes to life with a tour of
our campus. We invite you to talk with us about how your child may find his or her sense of place with us, and speak with current and alumni parents to learn about their own experiences firsthand. highmeadows.org 770-993-2940
Since 1973, High Meadows has inspired children in Pre-K through 8th Grade to think critically, learn creatively, act globally, and live compassionately.
Pre-K through 8th Grade | Roswell, GA 770.993.2940 | www.highmeadows.org An International Baccalaureate® School
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Wesleyan School Wesleyan School believes faith and intellect are great partners with each other. At Wesleyan, it’s not a matter of choosing faith or intellect, but rather using both to create the best possible education for your child. Our leadership and faculty work to provide students with an atmosphere that is challenging, reinforces the value of hard work, and emphasizes character and integrity above accomplishment. Wesleyan prepares students for each stage of life and provides them the opportunity to see all the possibilities that lie before them. Wesleyan’s school motto is JOYJesus, Others, Yourself, and every aspect of school life is oriented to reinforce this philosophy of putting Jesus first and others ahead of ourselves. A college preparatory environment, students have access to a wide range of academic opportunities along with athletics, arts, service, and other extracurricular activities. Wesleyan’s 88-acre campus provides state-of-theart academic facilities along with on-campus practice space for athletics and arts. Located just outside of I-285 in Peachtree Corners, for the 2018-2019 school year 1, 177 students enrolled in grades K-12. Wesleyan offers bus routes throughout the metro Atlanta area and has expanded morning and afternoon service for the 2019-2020 school year. Supervised care before school is included in the cost of tuition and after care is available (K-8) until 6:00 p.m. at an affordable rate.
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The Cottage School The Cottage School (TCS) has provided a comprehensive program for 4th-12th grade students with learning differences for the past 34 years. After experiencing growth in the 4th and 5th grade levels TCS has added a dedicated elementary building, the Discovery Cottage. This unique learning space provides our students and staff room to grow while still maintaining small class size. TCS offers a work-based model that promotes self-advocacy and fosters self-confidence. Our accredited college preparatory curriculum meets Georgia graduation standards and HOPE scholarship requirements to take students to graduation and beyond. Our students enjoy experiential learning with clubs including archery, drama, forensics, horticulture and off campus experiences throughout the year. The school’s 23-acre Roswell campus includes computer and science labs, a multi-purpose athletic and performing arts facility, indoor and outdoor classrooms, and trails for mountain biking and cross-country. TCS encourages students of all abilities to participate in athletics, by offering sports such as soccer, basket-
Success in school … Success in life “If a student can’t learn the way we teach … we should teach the way a student can learn.” –Tweetie L. Moore, Founder ball, baseball, cross-country, tennis and golf. The Cottage School has built a oneof-a-kind learning environment perfect for students who learn differently. We offer 12-month rolling admissions for all grade levels. Visit our website or call for a campus tour today. The Cottage School 700 Grimes Bridge Road Roswell, Georgia 30075 770-641-8688 www.cottageschool.org
Mill Springs Academy is an SACS/ SAIS accredited independent school community dedicated to the academic, physical, and social growth of those students who have not realized their full potential in the traditional setting. Since 1981 Mill Springs has been supporting student learning by raising expectations and developing self-motivation, while providing skills and values for life to students with ADHD and/or learning disabilities. Mill Springs offers a broad range of college preparatory options, along
with fine arts and a competitive athletic program to foster interests or hidden talents. Small classes and an individualized curriculum help to capitalize on strengths while learning compensatory strategies. We offer an extended day program during the school year as well as summer school and camps in the summer months. Our 85-acre campus is nestled in the beautiful rolling hills and pasture land of Alpharetta. For more information, please visit our website at www. millsprings.org or call (770) 360-1336. Mill Springs participates in the GSNS/ SB10 program. Mill Springs Academy 13660 New Providence Road Alpharetta, GA 30004
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The Davis Academy From Kindergarten Prep through Eighth Grade, students at The Davis Academy grow through challenging and enriching student-centric curriculum. The Davis Academy teaches to the whole child, creating compassionate leaders and equipping them with skills they will use for the entirety of their academic careers and beyond. We teach life skills, instill Jewish traditions, and provide diverse experiences so that our students become well-rounded and self-confident individuals. Based on the exposure received through innovative and collaborative learning, our students have the ability to sort through an array of information to discover and discern what is relevant, emerging with a balanced view of the world around them. The learning and the “aha’s” happen not only in classrooms on our two campuses, but also in our state-of-the-art science labs, calming outdoor nature sanctuary, and creativity-driving idea labs. Students learn amongst a special school community, a warm and supportive community that shares common goals, values, and visions. As a community, we not only celebrate the ways our diversity makes our school vibrant but also celebrate the individual differences
that come together to make our school community so unique. With a retention rate of 97%, The Davis Academy community is comprised of families from across the globe, nation, and from 31 different metro Atlanta zip codes. Students of The Davis Academy graduate ready to tackle new challenges, armed with strong character and selfconfidence. Davis graduates follow their passions and with a 99% acceptance rate, routinely move on to attend the most prestigious public and private high schools in Atlanta. We wish The Class of 2019 well as they join the list of 1000+ alumni and begin their high school journeys next year.
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Risks and Limitations of Orthodontic Treatment By Dr. Jeffrey Jordan Smile Doctors Braces by Jordan Orthodontics Successful orthodontic treatment is a partnership between the orthodontist and the patient. The doctor and staff are dedicated to achieving the best possible result for each patient. As a general rule, informed and cooperative patients can achieve excellent orthodontic results. While recognizing the benefits of a beautiful healthy smile, patients should also know that, as with all healing arts, orthodontic treatment has limitations and potential results. These are seldom serious enough to indicate that the patient should not have treatment. However, all patients should seriously consider the option of no orthodontic treatment at all by accepting their present oral condition. Alternatives to orthodontic treatment vary with each individual’s specific problems, and prosthetic solutions or limited orthodontic treatment may be considerations. The patient should discuss alternatives with the orthodontist prior to beginning treatment. Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics is the dental specialty that includes the diagnosis, prevention, interception and correction of malocclusion, as well as neuromuscular and skeletal abnormalities of the developing
or mature orofacial structures. An orthodontist is a dental specialist who has completed at least two years of additional graduate training in orthodontics at an accredited program after graduating from dental school. Orthodontic treatment usually proceeds as planned, and we intend to do everything possible to achieve the best results for every patient. The success of treatment depends on the patient’s cooperation in keeping appointments, maintaining good oral hygiene, avoiding loose and broken braces, and following the orthodontist’s instructions carefully. The length of treatment depends on a number of issues, including the severity of the problem, the patient’s growth and the level of patient cooperation. The actual treatment time is usually close to the estimated treatment time, but treatment may be lengthened if, for example, unanticipated growth occurs or no growth occurs. Also, if there are habits affecting the dentofacial structures, or if periodontal problems occur or if patient cooperation is not adequate treatment times can be extended. Fortunately, the risks and limitations of orthodontic treatments are minimal compared to the amazing results that can be achieved. So remember, you are never fully dressed without a smile!
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Together we can help children in our community learn to swim, attend summer camp, and go to after school programs while their parents are working. I am proud to support my local YMCA and invite you to join me in helping to make a difference. I am running these promotional ads on my dime and want to give a shoutout to anyone who donate $100 or more to the campaign! To donate, you can mail a check made out to “Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA” to Appen Media Group, 319 North Main Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009. Make sure to put “donation” in the memo line. Anonymous Ray & Christina Appen Jason Binder Rita Brown Ben Burnett Heather Demis Walt & Margaret Knight Kimbrle Matherly Dan Merkel Lisa Shippel
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McGinnis Woods School McGinnis Woods School is dedicated to inspiring students with the passion to excel through engaging hands-on, minds-on instruction. It is a nonparochial school located in Alpharetta offering a nurturing, yet challenging curriculum for infants through 8th grade. McGinnis Woods Country Day School holds top accreditations, including GAC, SACS, and NAEYC and provides students with an exceptional learning environment. Small class sizes emphasizing individualized attention are a priority at McGinnis Woods. The rich core curriculum includes STEM, art, music, physical education, Spanish, health, computer education, and library instruction. Students learn through a variety of engaging teaching techniques and technologies with emphasis placed on differentiated groupings, STEM opportunities and unique projects which make each day memorable. Guest speakers, monthly field trips, community service, and leadership opportunities round out the curriculum. Drama, Science Olympiad, Competitive Sports, and Robotics teams train year round. After school programs, Specialty Clubs, and Summer Camps are also available.
Please visit www.mcginniswoods. org to learn more, or call 770-664-7764 to set up a tour today. Experience the McGinnis Woods difference!
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Montessori Kids Academy Montessori Kids Academy is located at 3034 Old Atlanta Road in Cumming, next to the Publix shopping center. We are an AdvancEd accredited school and a member of the American Montessori Society. We currently participate in the Georgia Student Scholarship Program, a tax-savings program created to enable parents to use their money tax-free for education. Montessori Kids Academy offers a traditional Montessori studentfocused constructivist teaching style. Our growing school teaches children from 18 months to 3 years of age in our pre-primary classroom, 3 years to 6 years of age in our primary classrooms, and 6 to 12 years of age in our elementary classrooms. We strive to maintain a low student to teacher ratio in each classroom. The school is housed in a 20,000 square foot, state-of-the-art building complete with a children’s garden, outdoor classroom, spacious library, learning kitchen, computer lab, indoor café, outside picnic patio, two music rooms, and traditional Montessori furnishings.
The following daily enrichments are offered as part of our Montessori curriculum at no additional cost: French, Spanish, Music, Art, Cooking, Coding and Robotics, P.E., and Organic Gardening. Transportation to and from regular field trips is provided by the Montessori Kids Academy school bus. Students enjoy daily yoga in their classrooms and the computer lab. Montessori Kids Academy also offers an academic summer camp where students can learn while having fun. While at camp, the students will continue with Montessori Language Arts and Mathematics materials and lessons. Each week’s theme will bring new excitement to the students as they learn about the world around them as well as tap into their creativity and imagination. We invite you to call to schedule a tour or to stop by and see our traditional Montessori School that makes a difference around the world as well as at home. 678-208-0774 info@montessoricumming.com www.montessoricumming.com
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Your decision today will influence the next decade By Kids ‘R’ Kids Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy, located at 3036 Old Atlanta Road in Cumming, is an excellent quality childcare facility that combines learning with playing. At every stage of your child’s journey, Kids ‘R’ Kids develops new and challenging ways to open the mind and expand the imagination – it’s what we call Smart Fun. Our foundation of love and trust is accompanied every step of the way by our teachers, parents and peers. Kids ‘R’ Kids has been educating children from ages 6 weeks to 12 years for the past 10 years. Brain development the Kids ‘R’ Kids way Our philosophy is “Hug First, Then Teach” as we understand that secure and safe emotional attachment is vital for the growth and development of your child’s brain. Our classrooms are filled with stimulating materials that allow teachers to facilitate children’s exploration through sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch as these sensory experiences send information directly to the brain and form the platform for healthy brain growth. We understand that each child is unique, so our teachers cater to differ-
ent interests and learning styles. From infancy, your child will be exposed to many forms of language (including signlanguage), and immersed in an environment rich in language and literacy. Our learning stations are filled with math manipulatives, science elements, and stimulating visuals that support brain pathways for cognitive development. Problem solving is considered one of the best ways to support brain development, so our teachers conduct activities to help children explore cause and effect and employ questioning strategies that promote higher level thinking. Technology and the brain Technology is everywhere, so children need healthy exposure to be prepared for life in the 21st century. Research shows, however, that hours of exposure to digital technology can lead to over stimulation of the brain, fatigue, and irritability. At Kids ‘R’ Kids, we take a balanced approach to technology. Our curriculum has been integrated with ABCmouse, one of the latest early childhood technology tools, to enhance learning. With the guidance of a teacher, children engage in digital activities that build language, math, science, and fine motor skills.
Maximizing your child’s mental capacity We believe in a nurturing learning environment, hands-on play, and novel experiences that ignite your child’s curiosity. With our exclusive Brain Waves™ curriculum and quality teachers, our goal is to provide stimulating experiences that support brain development and maximize your child’s mental capacity. From the well-trained staff members to the innovative school, children are given the opportunity to explore the world around them, establishing the basis for their future learning experiences. Infants through school age children can learn and play in the spacious school which includes: a cafeteria, playgrounds
with age appropriate equipment, computer lab, library, water park, large covered patio, smart board technology, and much more! We have both a Jr. and Senior aftercare program. We service 6 local Elementary Schools. We are proud to support Toys for Tots, Wounded Worriers, St. Joseph’s Food Pantry, and Dawsonville No kill Animal Shelter. We are open for care from 6am to 6:30pm. Please feel free to stop by for a complimentary tour between the hours of 9am to 11am and 2:30pm to 4:30pm, Feel free to call us and schedule a tour. Regardless of your need, whether full time, part time, after school care, or seasonal camps, Kids ‘R’ Kids is the place for your child.
Now Enrolling for Our 2019 Summer Camp! Kids ‘R’ Kids is excited to launch a new twist on camp where kids are redefining summer and turning ordinary days into the extraordinary. Just as fragments inside a kaleidoscope fuse together to captivate us with a new perspective, Kaleidoscope 360° will spin this summer into a unique dimension of Space is discovery, fun, and friendships.
Education Spins Thoughout the Summer! #redefiningsummer
Offering a thrilling summer camp experience for preschool and elementary aged children. Extended Hours, Meals/Snacks, Weekly Fieldtrips, Sports, and more!
Our Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy provides a robust camp experience offering a unique blend of various weekly themes for camp Kaleidoscope 360°. Contact us to receive the specific Program details!
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