McGinnis Woods has a long standing partnership with Keep Forsyth County Beautiful. Through the years we have partnered with them to do clean-up projects, sample water in our creek, contribute to frog research and learn about water, erosion and run off. They have also contributed to our Nature Explore Outdoor Classroom curriculum. Students Learn About …
Preschool Corner – September 2019
Even though the weather is still hot outside we have had a fantastic time celebrating fall here in the Preschool. The teachers have created a ton of wonderful hands on activities and projects for the children. One day, our little preschool “farmers” got to husk corn and plant a fall garden. They also made homemade …
Music in Me Offered in Preschool and After School Program
McGinnis Woods is pleased to have Ms. April Dudson and her Music In Me classes offered at McGinnis Woods. Music in Me is a children’s music and movement class which incorporates April’s original music and lessons. She has a studio location, participates in the Little Acorns program at The Avalon and presents weekly classes at …
Pre K Teachers Make Everyday Special!
Who has patience galore, loves answering endless questions, and loves teaching four and five year olds? Our fabulous Pre-K 4 & Pre-K 5 teachers! We are lucky enough to have five of them here at McGinnis Woods. Ms. Abby and Ms. Liz are both teachers in PreK4-A. Ms. Abby is a Georgia native. She grew …
Preschool Corner – August 2019
The 2019 summer was packed with plenty of extra special activities in the Preschool including a weekly visit from the Ice Cream Truck, waterpark fun, observation of our summer garden, a magic show and other special surprises. Now the preschool is back in full swing for the school year! We are very happy to welcome …
Learning About the Big Three
The Word of the Month for August was not a word, but rather three very important character traits which we referred to as “The Big 3”. Our students learned that The Big 3 are: Treating others right Making smart decisions Maximizing your potential Students learned the importance of these Big 3 throughout the month during …
After School Discovery Clubs News
Our first session of Discovery Clubs is underway and the students are having a wonderful time learning new skills and developing new talents. This session will run from August 26th through October 11th. Discovery Clubs run four times each year and feature teacher led experiences that focus on many of the students’ interests. Currently we …
Welcome Back! First Week of School 2019
First Day of School 2019! We had a fantastic first day of school! What a great way to kick off a new school year. Everyone was happy and ready to get started. We have a great community of learners! Middle school field trip to SkyZone. The 5th – 8th graders conducted a STEM investigation to …
McGinnis Woods Country Day School Earns Continuing SACS CASI Accreditation
Alpharetta, Georgia, August 8, 2019 – Principal Mary Johnson announced today that McGinnis Woods Country Day School earned continuing accreditation from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), an accreditation division of AdvancED. This action was taken at the AdvancED Accreditation Commission meeting held in Alpharetta, Georgia …
2019 Summer Camp Fun
Summer Camp at McGinnis Woods is in full swing with students participating in fun activities. Summer Camp days are filled with friends, fun, water play, and projects. What could be better? Campers have participated in Summer Safari week where they learn all about animals. Our Jr. Campers had a great time visiting the Art Barn …
McGinnis Woods Presents…. The Little Mermaid
This marks the 15th year of Musical Theater with Ms. Xylina at the helm. During those years we have visited the Serengeti, Oz, Neverland and many other exotic destinations, but this year we went “under the sea” along with Ariel, Flounder, King Triton, Eric, Ursela, Floatsam and Jetsom, and a host of other fantastic characters. …
Science Olympiad Team Success!
Congratulations to the McGinnis Woods Wildcat Science Olympiad Team who wrapped up the year by competing at the tournament held on Saturday, March 30th. We brought home the 2nd place trophy and many blue and red ribbons! Of the 21 members, 19 were able to make it to the competition this year – even though …