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Mary Johnson

Preschool Thanksgiving Feast - Daycare and Childcare Fun

Preschool Corner – Winter 2018

December 20, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

In the preschool, November and December have been fun filled months with plenty of hands on activities throughout. In our preschool during November, we celebrated Diwali the Hindu Festival of Lights. The children made beautiful lanterns and completed a fireworks experiment. We learned what the festival of lights was all about and celebrated with special …

Category: Childcare, Daycare, Holiday Celebrations, Preschool, STEM

Music Education Chorus Program

Our Chorus Shines at Alpharetta’s Light the NightTree Lighting

December 7, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

The 4th – 8th grade Chorus participated in the Light the Night community event for the City of Alpharetta at their annual tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, December 1. The cold and rain did not keep our wonderful students and their director, Brittany Lu, from performing a lovely rendition of “It’s Beginning to Look a …

Category: Special ProgramsTag: Chorus Program, Music Education

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K-9 Kids! Motivational Reading Program

October 3, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

Did You Know? One of the proud traditions we have at McGinnis Woods is that of our 2nd graders partnering with Canine Assistants as they train their dogs to help those in need of a therapy dog. This is the 7th year that we have worked with the K-9 Kids! Program. The K-9 Kids! Program …

Category: Special Programs

Nature Explore Certified Classroom

Our Outdoor Classroom is now a Nature Explore Certified Classroom

October 3, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

Our Outdoor Classroom is now a Nature Explore Certified Classroom! We’re proud to announce the certification of our Outdoor Classroom, which is the culmination of a multi-year project. Many years ago, our staff participated in a professional development training about the importance of connecting students with nature and the world. The training led us to …

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Events & Announcements, STEM

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Life Cycle of Animals – STEM Unit at McGinnis Woods

September 19, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

The Third Grade classrooms at McGinnis Woods are learning about the life cycles of animals. McGinnis Woods is located in Forsyth County and teaches infants through 8th grade. The school emphasizes STEM activities and this is their living STEM unit. The classes incubated several fertilized chicken eggs resulting in the successful hatching of two adorable …

Category: Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Forsyth County Private School, Science & Technology, STEM

International Night is September 25 from 6:00-7:30

September 13, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

International Night is scheduled for Tuesday, September 25 Join us from 6:00-7:30 for music, food, artifacts and fun!

Category: Events & Announcements

Lady Wildcat Volleyball

Lady Wildcats Volleyball Matches

August 31, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

Our Lady Wildcats volleyball team had some great matches yesterday! What a great group of students, fabulous coaches and fun season.

Category: Our Students, Sports

Ms. Nicole Seltzer

Spotlight on Staff: Ms. Nicole Seltzer

August 21, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

The 2017-18 Teacher of the Year from the Elementary and Middle School was Ms. Nicole Seltzer. Ms. Nicole joined the McGinnis Woods staff in August of 2000. During her 18 years of teaching at McGinnis Woods, she has taught a variety of grade levels, with middle school Social Studies being her favorite. Nicole’s passion for …

Category: Our Teachers, Spotlight on Staff, Uncategorized

Alpharetta Summer Camp 2020

Register for 2018 Summer Camp!

March 28, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

Each summer McGinnis Woods Country Day School offers an exciting Alpharetta summer camp program in the Alpharetta, Johns Creek and Cumming area. The camp is available to both McGinnis Woods and outside students. The curriculum for each summer is planned by a committee of teachers from our school to ensure that the program is fun, …

Category: Events & Announcements, Summer Camp

Dance-A-Thon Fundraiser

Dance-A-Thon Fundraiser – March 30th, 2018

March 26, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

We will be raising money to help fund a practice field and additional playground equipement for our students. This school improvement allows us to stay competitive in the private school market, as well as allows all students access to the most up to date outdoor spaces. This year, your Parent Association will be hosting a …

Category: Events & Announcements

Avery Anderson Places 3rd in the 2018 4th grade Duke Tip Writing Contest

March 26, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

Congratulations to Avery for placing 3rd place in the 2018 4th grade Duke Tip Writing Contest. More than 1000 students participated, so this is a great accomplishment for this aspiring writer! About Avery Avery Anderson is a spirited nine-year-old from Alpharetta, Georgia. She enjoys creative writing and particularly loves writing from the perspective of animals. …

Category: Our Students

Teacher Sammie Westerling

Meet the Teacher: Samantha Westerlind

March 23, 2018 //  by Mary Johnson

McGinnis Wood’s 3rd grade teacher, Samantha Westerlind, was recently featured on the Code Monkey blog. Check out her feature below! Meet the Teacher: Samantha Westerlind I decided to become a teacher when I was inspired by a teacher in 7th grade. She captivated my attention every class and she brought each lesson to life. I …

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