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Columbus Day 2023 Open Hours Update

September 28, 2023 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Only the preschool and after school programs at McGinnis Woods School are open on Columbus Day, Mon, Oct 9, 2023. The elementary school and middle grades school are not open on Columbus Day, Mon, Oct 9, 2023.

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Childcare, Daycare, Elementary School, Events & Announcements, Middle Grades, Preschool

art class with the elementary students

Creativity is the Word of the Month & More Field Trip Fun

August 28, 2023 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

The fun continued this month at McGinnis Woods School. Check out what else we’ve been up to at McGinnis Woods Private School! Creativity is the Word of the Month Creativity is the Word of the Month and it has been exhibited in many ways this month….from guest speakers, to art classes, and even STEM activities! …

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Elementary School, Environmental Programs, Field Trips, Good Citizenship, Hands On Learning, Science & Technology, Special Programs, STEM

Third graders outside at piedmont park in atlanta

The 2023-2024 School Year is Off to a Great Start!

August 19, 2023 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Hooray for a new school year! The 2023-2024 School Year is off to a great start. Our first day of the 2023-2024 school year was filled with smiles, games, new friends, and middle schoolers joining Wildcat Cup houses! Check out what else we’ve been up to at McGinnis Woods Private School! Hands-On Learning in the …

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Elementary School, Field Trips, Hands On Learning, Preschool, STEM

Sea Quest Life Science Field Trip

April 3, 2023 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Hands-On Learning at McGinnis Woods Recently the kindergartners had a fantastic time at Sea Quest. They were introduced to many unique animals, learned about their habitats and even got to touch the animals!

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Elementary School, Field Trips, Forsyth County Private School, Hands On Learning, Science & Technology

McGinnis Woods School New Logo

Our Name is Changing! Welcome to McGinnis Woods School

March 6, 2023 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Dear McGinnis Woods Community, We are excited to share some news with you! Since our school opened in 1999, we have always embraced a culture of continuous improvement and growth. We are constantly pursuing opportunities to enhance our program and our school. With the 25th anniversary of McGinnis Woods less than a year away, we …

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Kindergarten Field Trip to Fernbank Museum to learn about the science of color

Fernbank Field Trips for Kindergarten & 4th Grade

February 25, 2023 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

February 2023 Kindergarten Field Trip to Fernbank The kindergartners enjoyed seeing cool exhibits and learning all about color at Fernbank. January 7th Field Trip to Fernbank Museum The 4th grade visit to Fernbank Science Center was excellent. The students viewed a movie about astronauts, learned about weather, and enjoyed the many exhibits around the museum.

Category: Field Trips, Forsyth County Private School, Science & Technology, STEMTag: Fernbank Museum

Certified Nature Explore Classroom in Georgia

October 6, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Did you know that McGinnis Woods is one of only six Certified Nature Explore Classrooms in Georgia? Our students and teachers enjoy spending time in our Outdoor Classroom and learn something new with each visit. Third Grade Rocks & Soil Unit The third graders are finishing up their unit on Rocks and Soil, so they …

Category: Academics, Accreditations, Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Environmental Programs, Forsyth County Private School, Hands On Learning, Outdoor Learning, Special Programs

Painting the Trike Parking Lot

Preschool First Day of Fall Celebration & Painting the Trike Parking Lot

October 6, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

First Day of Fall Preschool Fun Fun things are always happening in the Preschool! The preschoolers enjoyed their annual first day of Fall picnic outside. Middle School Art Students Paint the Trike Parking Lot The middle school art elective students wrapped up their trike parking lot and trike path art.

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Art, Forsyth County Private School, Hands On Learning, Holiday Celebrations, Preschool, Special Programs

Hands-On STEM Projects: Architecture & Bouncy Balls!

September 30, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

STEM Project: Making Bouncy Balls There is always exciting learning happening in STEM class. For this project, the students learned all about polymers and made bouncy balls. The fourth graders loved creating these. Roman Dome Prototype STEM Project Our 6th graders have been learning about the early history of Western Europe, including Rome. Students worked …

Category: Academics, Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Elementary School, Forsyth County Private School, Hands On Learning, History, Middle Grades, Science & Technology, STEM

Book Buddies 4th Graders reading to PreK4 Students

Book Buddies & Art Barn Field Trip

September 20, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Book Buddies are back! PreK4A and the 4th graders spent time reading together. It was a magical time for all! Art Barn Field Trip A day combining science and art at The Art Barn is a day well spent! The kindergartners loved interacting with the animals, going on a hayride, and painting!

Category: Elementary School, Field Trips, Forsyth County Private School, Good Citizenship, Hands On Learning, History, Middle Grades, Outdoor Learning, Pre-K

Field Trip to Elachee Nature Center

Field Trips to Oakland Cemetery in Grant Park & Elachee Nature Center

September 12, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

At McGinnis Woods School, we value hands-on learning, which means we love to provide our students with enriching field trip experiences to learn about science, nature, and history. Check out photos from 2 exciting field trips in recent weeks. Middle School Field Trip to Grant Park The middle school students toured Atlanta’s oldest public park. …

Category: Elementary School, Field Trips, Forsyth County Private School, Hands On Learning, History, Middle Grades, Outdoor Learning

Lady Wildcat Volleyball Team

A Great Week for Wildcat Sports

September 2, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Great week for our Wildcat athletic teams! They won their first competitions of the season.

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Athletics, Special Programs, Sports

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