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Email: info@gwa.com
Website: www.gwa.com
Phone: (678) 635-3800

• Summer Camp Registration is Open: go to gwa.com

• Scholastic Book Fair: ends tomorrow

• Signing Day: March 26 @ 9:25 a.m.

• Winter Term Trips Meeting: March 26 @ 6 p.m. (see below)

• GWA Flagfest: March 29 (see below)

• Admissions Open House: March 30

• Spring Break: April 7 - 11

• IOWA Testing (1st-5th): April 14 - 17

• Taco Cook-Off: April 15 (see below)

• No School: April 18, Good Friday

• No School: April 21, Easter Monday

• IOWA Testing (6th/7th): April 22 - 25

• Champion's Dinner: April 26 (see below)

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GWA sixth graders enjoyed three days of hands-on learning, fun, and new adventures during their class trip to Savannah. They visited the Massie School, Georgia’s first public school, learned about the diverse architecture of America’s first planned city, and traveled to the First African Baptist Church to hear about its history and pioneering congregation.

On day two, students explored Georgia’s coast and the Savannah River to learn about the unique ecosystems and marine life. The dolphin-watching cruise was a hit, and the dolphins showed off nicely! The day ended with a visit to The Jepson Centre for the Arts and the Fun Zone for friendly competition with classmates and teachers.

The adventure wrapped up with sightseeing along River Street and Forsyth Park before a final stop at the Mighty Eighth Air Force Museum. There, students gained insight into the crucial role this military group played in liberating Nazi-occupied Europe, bringing their journey to a meaningful and educational close.

Seventh graders explored the nation's capital, starting with the Air Force Memorial and the Pentagon’s 9-11 Memorial. They then took in city views from the Washington Monument before visiting Arlington National Cemetery, where Ashlynn Richards, Zach Litteral, Dylan Carter, and Grant Hamilton participated in a wreath-laying ceremony on behalf of George Walton Academy.

Day two included a guided Capitol tour, followed by a trip to Gettysburg, where students explored key Civil War battle sites. On day three, they visited the Udvar-Hazy Center, seeing aircraft like the Enola Gay and Challenger. They then explored the Holocaust Museum and the Spy Museum before a nighttime stop at the Lincoln Memorial.

The final day featured visits to the Jefferson, MLK Jr., FDR, and Vietnam Memorials, plus a White House tour where they met Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. The trip concluded with Smithsonian visits before flying home. A fantastic experience for all!

Classroom learning came to life as the eighth-grade class ventured to Georgia state parks dedicated to preserving Native American heritage at Etowah Indian Mounds and New Echota. Next, students enjoyed scientific marvels and exhibits at the Tellus Museum in Cartersville. They continued north to Chattanooga for lessons on geography and space, including a simulated journey to Mars and visits to Ruby Falls and Lookout Mountain. The trip concluded in Dahlonega, where they discovered Georgia’s gold rush history. Along the way, students captured memories, bought souvenirs, and enjoyed an unforgettable experience.

Let's "pack the Don" tomorrow evening and cheer on our varsity soccer teams as they face Bethlehem Christian in a big Region match up! We will have fun and games (with prizes!) on the field during halftime for each game. Hope to see you there in RED! Go Bulldogs!

Come out to support our amazing track and field athletes this Saturday at home! Events begin at 9 a.m. and will wrap up with trophy presentations at the close of the meet. Good luck, Bulldogs!

The 2025 Cheer Season is right around the corner, and registration for cheerleading is open! The GWA Youth Cheer Program is open to students in grades K5 - 5. They cheer at football games for Sideline and go to competitions for Jr Pro on Saturday mornings.

There will be a mandatory meeting for girls who plan to compete on our Jr Pro Competition Team on Sunday, March 30 at 5 p.m. in the Learning Center.

There will be a mandatory fitting for both Sideline and Jr Pro on Tuesday, April 15, in the cafeteria at the following times:

K5 – 2nd: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

3rd – 5th: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

There is a $25 registration fee, which will be billed through TeamSnap. Additional mandatory uniform items will be paid to Varsity Spirit Apparel Company at the fitting on April 15.

Pricing:

*NEW K5-2nd sideline will cost approximately $200 not including shoes

*NEW 3rd-5th sideline will cost approximately $250 not including shoes

*NEW 3rd-5th Jr. Pro will cost approximately $300.

Please reach out to Chelsia Beam at cbeam@gwa.com with any questions about Youth Sideline Cheer.

Please get in touch with Holly Atkinson at hatkinson@ymail.com with any questions about Jr Pro Competition Cheer.

Please register your child here:

Youth Sideline Cheer (K5 – 5th)

JR Pro Competition Cheer Registration

Prepare for a night of suspense, intrigue, and classic detective work as Agatha Christie's Murder on the Orient Express comes to life on stage!

Join the world-famous detective Hercule Poirot as he unravels a web of secrets aboard the luxurious yet deadly Orient Express. When a murder is discovered and the train is stranded in a snowdrift, everyone becomes a suspect. Can Poirot solve the case before the killer strikes again?

With stunning visuals, gripping performances, and a mystery that keeps you guessing until the very end, this is an experience you won’t want to miss!

- Limited performances/tickets required – book your ticket now at the link below!

bit.ly/GWAtheatretickets

- GWA Auditorium
- March 20, 22, 23

Don't miss your chance to see this edge-of-your-seat adaptation of one of the greatest mysteries ever written. Get your tickets today!

Last week, two of our amazing lower school artists were recognized alongside other students from all over Georgia at the State Capitol Art Exhibit! Mason Akin (2nd grade) and Kyleigh Dickerson (3rd grade) both had beautiful artwork on display at the Capitol building for all of our state representatives to see and appreciate! Ms. Good and Ms. Duke traveled to the Capitol and met the students there for the reception and to see them alongside their masterpieces! We are so proud of Kyleigh and Mason for their hard work in art!

The Taco Cook-Off is coming up on April 15 from 5-7 p.m., and it will be an evening you won’t want to miss! The best part? It’ll be happening alongside the lacrosse game, so you can enjoy delicious tacos and support our team all in one fun night!

There’s still time to sign up to bring your favorite taco or any dish to share. This event is open to the whole community, so feel free to bring a friend or family member! It’s an excellent opportunity to come together and celebrate a fantastic year as we head toward the finish line. CLICK HERE to participate.

Don’t miss out—let’s make it a night of great food, great fun, and great company!

If you know someone who is interested in applying for next year, please email the admissions office at admissions@gwa.com , or let others know they can register for our March 30 event at gwa.com. We can't wait to welcome amazing new families and students to GWA!