We are excited to share a significant milestone in our ongoing commitment to hands-on, experiential learning at McGinnis Woods School, a private school located in Alpharetta, Georgia! Recently, our greenhouse and raised garden beds were relocated to new spots on our campus closer to our Outdoor Classroom. This project was a labor of love, involving …
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Welcome to the 2024-2025 School Year
Kicking Off the 2024-2025 School Year with Exciting Adventures The first week of the 2024-2025 school year is in the books at McGinnis Woods School, and what a fantastic week it was! As a private, non-parochial school located in Alpharetta, Georgia, we take pride in creating memorable experiences that enrich our students’ lives both inside …
Reading in The Spotlight at McGinnis Woods Spring 2024
Read Across America Day at McGinnis Woods School Read Across America Week was so much fun! We celebrated Wildcat Book Day, Flashlight Buddy Reading Day, Rainbow Fish Day, Cuddle Up With a Good Book Pajama Day, and Book Picnic Day. We also announced our AR Reader Awards! Books really take you places! Thank you to …
Fall Festival Fun! Fall Festival & Parents Night Out
Fall Festival 2023 Fall Festival was a wonderful time for all! The haunted house, spooky lab, arts and crafts, musical performances, cupcake walk, spider jump, meltdown, costume contest, ponies, cotton candy, bouncy houses, games, and great food had a little something for everyone! Parents Night Out Halloween Edition Parents Night Out Halloween edition was extra …
Columbus Day 2023 Open Hours Update
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.
Creativity is the Word of the Month & More Field Trip Fun
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! …
The 2023-2024 School Year is Off to a Great Start!
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 …
Sea Quest Life Science Field Trip
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!
Our Name is Changing! Welcome to McGinnis Woods School
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 …
Certified Nature Explore Classroom in Georgia
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 …
Preschool First Day of Fall Celebration & Painting the Trike Parking Lot
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.
Hands-On STEM Projects: Architecture & Bouncy Balls!
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 …