GWA Admissions Book 2025

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Pre-K3 - 12th grade

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At

George

Walton

Academy,

tradition and innovation meet to create an exceptional educational environment. For more than 50 years,

GWA

has

inspired

and

equipped students to achieve more than they ever thought possible.

From Pre-K3 through 12th grade, dedicated teachers and a supportive community

provide

unparalleled

opportunities that again and again prove that GWA is MORE THAN A SCHOOL.

CREATIVITY

IMAGINATION

NURTURE GWA’s Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten programs inspire imagination and creativity while nurturing the crucial growth and development of our youngest students. Our talented and dedicated teachers focus on the “whole child” with physical, emotional, cognitive, and language-development activities that maximize potential in a fun and loving, play-based learning environment.

KINDERGARTEN

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DISCOVER

What sets GWA apart?

We intentionally and thoughtfully design each day to engage students in lessons, activities, and experiences that foster a lifelong love of learning.

We believe education is not “one size fits all” and we offer a customized

EXPLORE

LOWER SCHOOL

approach that brings out the best in each student. Talented teachers who go above and beyond, creative hands-on lessons, and innovative, immersive experiences make all the difference and inspire students to explore and discover something new every day.

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COMMUNICATE

COLLABORATE

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Take a look inside a middle school classroom at GWA and you’ll see students up and out of their desks, actively engaged in lessons as they communicate, collaborate, and create. We believe in equipping

MIDDLE SCHOOL

students with key skills that enable them to succeed in college and life.

Our curriculum features intensive coursework that expands to fit the academic goals and ambitions for each student.

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UPPER SCHOOL

The unique GWA educational

GWA is a designated AP Honor Roll

experience is student-centered and

school for outstanding participation

future-focused. We understand that

and performance in Advanced

today’s students need to be well

Placement courses and on exams.

prepared for tomorrow’s challenges.

Our teachers strive to teach their

The goal is not to teach students

students grit, determination, and

what to think but how to think.

resilience to overcome challenges,

Our teachers strive to develop and

and to be well-rounded members of

inspire students who are more than

the GWA community. Our students

prepared, not only for college and

are leaders, athletes, artists,

careers, but to make a meaningful

performers, and community helpers.

difference in the world.

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INSPIRE

PREPARE

MAKE

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Track & Field

Field House Football, Soccer, Lacrosse Field

Softball Field

Greenhouse & Garden Fine Arts & Science

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Tennis Courts

Nicholson Center (Main Gym) Baseball Field

The George

Kindergarten “the Hill ” & After Care

Middle Gym & Band

Middle School & Lower Gym

Lower School

Future Performing Arts Rehearsal Facility

Middle School & Media Center Upper School & Front Office

Lower School & Cafeteria

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FINE

ARTS

There are opportunities for every student to shine at GWA with incredible award-winning fine arts offerings: marching band, theatre, piano, dance, video production, chorus, and concert band, as well as an impressive array of visual arts including, ceramics, fashion design, sculpture, drawing, painting, printmaking, and yearbook. In addition to exploring and strengthening their interests and talents, students also build leadership, fine motor, and criticalthinking skills through participation in GWA fine arts programs.

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MARCHING BAND

PRINTMAKING

THEATRE

VIDEO PRODUCTION

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OPPORTUNITIES

EXCELLENCE

CHARACTER COMMITMENT

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ATHLETICS While GWA coaches are focused on excellence on the field, they are also committed to building confidence, commitment, and character. Our youth, middle, JV and varsity sports programs provide tremendous opportunities for students of all ages. At GWA, 18 sports are offered including baseball, basketball, cheerleading, clay shooting, cross country, equestrian, e-sports, football, golf, lacrosse, majorettes, soccer, softball, swimming, tennis, track, volleyball, and wrestling.

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STUDENT

LIFE

LIFE SKILLS Opportunities abound at GWA! With more than 30 clubs and organizations, service projects and activities, students can explore and pursue their interests and passions while developing key life skills such as communication, collaboration, and problem solving. Families are also highly involved and through our special events, and traditions, GWA offers a community that is so much more than a school.

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PROBLEM SOLVING

CITIZENSHIP

GLOBAL

STUDIES

The global studies program is an important part of delivering on the GWA mission “to provide challenging instruction, engaging experiences, and global perspectives.” From kindergarten through 12th grade, students learn about the many cultures and customs throughout the world as they develop global competency and citizenship knowledge and skills. And learning extends beyond the four walls of the classroom as upper school students have the option to participate in exciting and enlightening global travel.

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APPLYING TO

GWA

We’re so glad you’re interested in George Walton Academy! We are excited to show you how GWA is MORE THAN A SCHOOL. The admissions team looks forward to working with you throughout the application process and hopes to make it as easy as possible.

AFFORDING

Begin your application at gwa.com under the Admissions tab. If you have questions or concerns about your application, please don’t hesitate to contact:

GWA

The GWA Admissions Team Lamonique Pierre - Director of Admissions Jenna Johnson - Assistant Admissions Director 678-635-3800 admissions@gwa.com

George Walton Academy believes hard-working, talented students deserve exceptional educational opportunities.

Through a variety of flexible programs, we strive to make the lasting benefits of a GWA education widely available to qualified students like yours.

GWA offers tuition assistance through a variety of sources.

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The grant and aid application is available to all families once a student has been accepted to George Walton Academy.

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