Sept. 17, 2026

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Key Deadlines & Dates

Homecoming Parade/Pep Rally: Sept. 18 @ 9 a.m.
MS Color Wars: Sept. 18 (see below)
US Powder Puff Games: Sept. 18 (after the Pep Rally)
Early Dismissal (all grades): Sept. 18 @ 11 a.m.
Homecoming Dance: Sept. 19
Champions Club Golf Tournament: Sept. 21
MS/HS Professional Dress Day: Sept. 23
MS/HS Honor Code Signing: Sept. 23

9th/10th Family College Night: Sept. 23
Costa Rica Trip Meeting: Sept. 29 (see below)
Fall Break: Oct. 8 - 12
Meet & Mingle (prospective families): Oct. 16 @ 6 p.m.

CLICK HERE for 26-27 Important Dates

Jon Brooks is Student of the Month

Jon Brooks has been chosen as Rotary Student of the Month for September. He has selected Kellie Watts as Teacher of the Month. Jon has earned the GWA Best of the Best award, made the Head of School list (throughout high school) and received the Georgia Certificate of Merit. Jon is a GIAA state qualifier in Literary Competition (quartet), One Act and Track. He is an active member of National Honor Society (vice president), Beta Club, Mu Alpha Theta, Student Council, Gavel Club, Interact Club and History Quiz Bowl (national qualifier). Jon demonstrates a commitment to serving others through his involvement in student organizations and his church. Following graduation, Jon plans to pursue a degree in architecture.

Isabel Choe is Student of the Month

Isabel Choe has been chosen as Rotary Student of the Month for October. She has selected Melissa Page as Teacher of the Month. Isabel has earned GWA Best of the Best recognition, made the Head of School list (throughout high school), and served as Junior Marshal. She is an ALA Girls State recipient and received the Georgia Certificate of Merit and the College Board Rural and Small-Town Recognition Award. Isabel demonstrates strong leadership through her commitment to community service and active involvement in student organizations. She is a member of National Honor Society, Beta Club (president), Interact Club (president), Mu Alpha Theta, Student Council, Gavel Club (president), Latin Club, GWA Student Ambassadors and Youth Leadership Walton. She participates in varsity lacrosse (All-State), cross country and track. Isabel plans to pursue a degree in chemistry in college.

Excerpt Party

From reimagined real-life moments to bold fiction, students spent weeks transforming their summer stories into compelling narratives. Writing was only half the journey; the real work happened during editing, as students reworked opening lines, tuned up dialogue, and streamlined their prose. To celebrate, the class hosted an Excerpt Party. Students took to the stage to read their strongest passages aloud, earning enthusiastic feedback - and a few sweet treats - from an appreciative audience of peers.

Made the Old-Fashioned Way!

Our fourth-grade BARK students enthusiastically stepped back in time to explore life in the 13 colonies! Working together, they churned cream into homemade butter, just as colonial families once did. Students took turns shaking the jar and checking the changes in the cream’s consistency as it transformed into butter. Once the butter formed, they washed it with cold water, shaped it, and refrigerated it.

A Taste of Colonial Life

The entire fourth grade enjoyed making and tasting George Washington’s famous hoecakes! Students learned about colonial food and cooking while preparing and enjoying this historic recipe. We were especially excited to use the homemade butter made by our BARK students the day before. It was a fun, hands-on way to experience a little taste of colonial life!

Fall is Making an Entrance!

Seniors in Mrs. Harrison's Plant Science class recently put their horticulture skills to work by decorating the school entrance for fall. Using seasonal plants, baskets, fall silk foliage, and other natural elements, students created a welcoming display that celebrates the beauty of the season.

This project also introduced students to interior scaping, the practice of using plants and plant materials to enhance and beautify indoor spaces. While interior scaping is often used in homes, offices, hotels, and other buildings, our students discovered how plants can transform a space and create a warm, inviting atmosphere.

From concept discussion to arranging the finished display, students had the opportunity to be creative while applying real-world plant science skills. Their fall display is a great example of how horticulture can combine science, creativity, and design to make our school a more beautiful place!

Gone Fishin'

The George Walton Fishing and Outdoors Club had their first o-fish-ial outing to Fort Yargo this Sunday morning. Led by Captains Jonathan Terpstra and Harrison McClellan and sponsor Ms. Marier, anglers arrived at dawn to start casting their lures. We're looking forward to the next fishing extravaganza!

Color Wars is a Middle School tradition where students get to show up and show out for their LeadWell team! Students are encouraged to dress ALL OUT in their assigned team color. Think fun accessories, colored hair, face paint, tutus, socks, hats, and anything else that shows your team spirit!

Color Wars will take place before and after the Homecoming Parade. Students will participate in a series of fun events and challenges throughout the morning to earn points for their LeadWell team. They should bring their energy, creativity, and team spirit—every point counts! We can't wait to see everyone go ALL OUT and find out which LeadWell team will come out on top!

Middle School carpool will begin at 10:50 a.m. following the conclusion of Color Wars.

Professional Dress Day Next Week

Our first Professional Dress Day is coming up on September 23, which is also Honor Code Signing Day. Our second Professional Dress Day will take place on November 11 in recognition of Veterans Day.

As a reminder, middle and upper school students should follow the professional dress guidelines outlined above and in the Student & Family Handbook. Students are expected to remain in professional dress for the entirety of the school day. If a student has a PE class, they will be asked to change for PE and return to professional dress immediately following class.

See You at the Pole

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28

Each year, students from around the world gather at their schools for a unified time of prayer. This year's See You at the Pole will be held on Sept. 23, at 7:15 a.m. on the football field. All students, faculty, staff, and GWA families are invited to attend SYATP. We chose this location because we hope to have so many people that we fill the entire track around the football field...and maybe the field itself!

In preparation for SYATP, we invite families to pray for the following:

students all over the world
our nation
our school
our families

We hope to see you there! If you have any questions, or want to know how you can help out, please contact Corrie Beth Noll at cnoll@gwa.com

Region Title

The Lady Dawgs varsity softball team run-ruled BCA in 5 innings - winning Tuesday night's game 8-0 to clinch the REGION CHAMPIONSHIP title! Congratulations, players and coaches!

Flag Football Comes to GWA

Our first-ever varsity flag football practice is officially in the books! We’re excited to watch this team grow as they prepare for their inaugural season under the leadership of coaches Daniel Walker, Erin Rose, and Kayla Gilson.

Games kick off next month, so get ready to cheer on our girls! Let’s pack the sidelines and support our Bulldogs as they make GWA history!

Get Your Young Bulldogs in the Game!

Registration is currently open for several of our GWA Youth Sports programs, and we would love to see your family get involved!

Youth Basketball

Our youth basketball program gives young athletes the opportunity to develop their skills, learn the game, compete, and have fun alongside their classmates. Open to 3rd - 6th Grade students.

CLICK HERE to register.

Youth Soccer

Join us on the field for soccer! Players will work on fundamental skills, teamwork, and their love of the game in a fun and encouraging environment. Open to K5 - 5th grade students.

CLICK HERE to register.

Youth Lacrosse

Whether your child is picking up a stick for the first time or already loves the game, our youth lacrosse program focuses on developing fundamentals, building confidence, and having fun.

Little Laxers (K5 - 2nd Grade) - REGISTER HERE

Grades 3 - 8 - REGISTER HERE

Youth athletics are a great way for our students to stay active, learn the value of teamwork, and start building connections with our GWA athletic programs at an early age.

Registration is open now, so sign up today and get ready to play! Go Dawgs!

Join the Swim Dawgs!

Interested in joining the GWA Bulldogs Swim Team? Come learn more
about the upcoming season at the informational meeting!

Thursday, Sept. 24

6-7 p.m. in The Learning Center

The meeting is open to all students in grades 5–12 and their parents.
We’ll discuss practices, meets, team expectations, and everything you
need to know for the upcoming season. New and returning swimmers are welcome!

Questions? crystalgsilvers@gmail.com

Sign Up Today!

There is still time to register for The Champions Club’s Second Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, Sept. 21 at The Georgia Club!

This is your chance to enjoy a fun day of golf, fellowship, and competition—all while supporting our student-athletes. Team spots are limited, so don’t wait—reserve your spot today!

Event Details
When: Monday, Sept. 21
Where: The Georgia Club
Format: 4-Man Teams
Entry Fee: $800 per team

⏩ Register here: https://gofan.co/event/6832484?schoolId=GA5020

Hole Sponsorships and Title Sponsorships are available!

Thank you for your incredible support of The Champions Club and our student-athletes. We can’t wait to see you on the course!

Costa Rica Summer Trip

Are you interested in tropical forests and holding a sloth? Please use the link above to find out more information about the middle school summer Costa Rica trip! There will be an informational meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 29 at 6 p.m. in the Learning Center. For questions, please email amcelveen@gwa.com.

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