Atlanta Academy – Now Touring!

Atlanta Academy, located in Roswell, serves 375 private preschool-8th grade students in North Fulton. Small classes allow teachers to understand students’ individual strengths and help them discover their unique talents. The nurturing culture fosters good character in students alongside academic success, well-being, and happiness—our belief in educating the whole child results in students experiencing excitement and joy in the classroom.… Read More »

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DHS Academy of Finance takes on NYC

The Dunwoody High School Academy of Finance spent three days in NYC this week. A total of 137 seniors navigated the subway, watched Broadway shows, visited Central Park, Little Italy, Times Square, the New York Stock Exchange, and the Top of the Rock, and met with executives from NBC Universal, Goldman Sachs, the NBA, Linked In, Amazon, Google, and more.… Read More »

St. Martin’s Episcopal School

St. Martin’s Episcopal School is Atlanta’s preschool through 8th grade experience dedicated to graduating well-rounded individuals ready to wholeheartedly embrace life. We do this by giving students the personalized attention, instruction and support they need as they learn about the world and themselves through intellectual adventures, extracurricular opportunities and spiritual formation. We believe the transition from children to young adults is a time to savor and celebrate, and the best time to develop a strong foundation on which students can build for the rest of their lives.  … Read More »

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The Davis Academy

From Kindergarten Prep – Eighth Grade, 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 values, and provide diverse experiences so that our students become well-rounded and self-confident individuals. Students learn amongst a warm and supportive community that shares common values and visions.… Read More »

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Edison Prep For Your SAT/ACT Preparation & Giveaway!

Upcoming SAT/ACT classes:
Is your rising junior or senior taking the SAT or ACT this year? Edison Prep has 20+ SAT and ACT course options to accommodate your teen’s school and busy extracurricular schedule, as well as private tutoring if desired! See the full calendar at www.edisonprep.com/startingsoon/

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Check out hundreds of happy testimonials from past clients and score increase statistics at www.edisonprep.com/results/Read More »

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Dunwoody Wrestling Update

Wrestlers around the globe dedicate countless hours to perfecting their craft, and when they finally taste the sweetness of success by clinching 1st place, the celebration is nothing short of epic. In the heart-pounding world of wrestling, where skill, strategy, and sheer determination collide, there’s nothing quite like the exhilaration of standing victorious. Dunwoody emerged as champions, showcasing their prowess and claiming the top spot in the Nava-Breffle Tournament.  … Read More »

VanderDash 2024 Call for Sponsors

The 16th Annual VanderDash 5K and Fun Run is right around the corner! This year’s race will be held on March 16, 2024. Vanderlyn Elementary would love for your organization to be a sponsor this year!

With support from Dunwoody businesses, our previous VanderDash races have raised over $20,000 annually! This support means our PTO can fund significant and important school improvements and teacher training.… Read More »

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The VanderDash Committee
viking.vanderdash@gmail.com

DeKalb Superintendent Visits Vanderlyn Elementary

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

Superintendent Dr. Devon Horton plans to conduct school Roundtable Visits during the 2023-2024 school year.  His goal is to visit every single school and he’s on track.  He’s visited more than 60 schools already, including Vanderlyn.  These visits are designed as an opportunity for open discussion with the Superintendent about what is happening in each school & community, and to hear stakeholder thoughts on how we can improve as a district.… Read More »

Vanderlyn Principal Resigns (Principal’s Letter and Audra’s Thoughts)

Thoughts from Audra:

I became a Vanderlyn parent in 2003 when my oldest entered Kindergarten.  We chose our home because of its proximity to the school and walked our boys and our dog George, to and from Vanderlyn for 9 years. We were all there for the very first VanderDash!  I miss being involved at Vanderlyn so much that I’m entering my 2nd year as a member of the Vanderlyn PAC (Principal’s Advisory Committee).… Read More »

Audra’s Thoughts on Dunwoody Football

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

I love football.   Particularly high school football.   I’m so proud of Coach Mike Nash and this year’s Dunwoody football team and coaches and trainers and band and cheerleaders!   Last night they clinched a playoff spot for the first time in many many years.  

But I also loved football and the Dunwoody Wildcats when they were losing.  … Read More »