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first graders had a great time at The Fernbank Museum

March 2026 at McGinnis Woods: Science, Exploration, and School Spirit in Action

April 3, 2026 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

March was a busy and memorable month at McGinnis Woods School, filled with hands-on learning, school celebrations, and meaningful experiences both inside and outside the classroom. From science-focused events to field trips and community celebrations, our students were engaged in a wide variety of activities that made the month both exciting and enriching. STEM Family …

Category: Academics, Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Field Trips, Good Citizenship, Hands On Learning, Johns Creek Private Schools, Outdoor Learning, Science & Technology, STEM, Teacher Appreciation

Groundhog day visit with the preschoolers

February 2026 at McGinnis Woods: Discovery, Creativity, and Community

March 6, 2026 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

February was filled with memorable experiences across McGinnis Woods Country Day School. From exciting field trips and hands-on science demonstrations to family events, preschool celebrations, and thoughtful moments of appreciation, our students and school community enjoyed a month full of learning, creativity, and connection. Third Grade Explores the Tellus Museum Our third graders enjoyed an …

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group of students who represented the school at the Lanier Regional Technology Fair

January 2026 at McGinnis Woods: New Goals, Big Achievements, and Hands-On Learning

February 1, 2026 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

January was an exciting start to the new year at McGinnis Woods School. Across our campus, students jumped into 2025 with energy, curiosity, and enthusiasm. From classroom activities and athletic skill-building to academic competitions and science enrichment, the month was filled with meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and celebrate together. Second Grade Starts the Year …

Category: Academics, Alpharetta GA Private Schools, Elementary School, Field Trips, Forsyth County Private School, Fulton County Private Schools, Good Citizenship, Hands On Learning, In-School Field Trips, Johns Creek Private Schools, Preschool, Science & Technology, STEM

4th Graders at Lake Lanier Aquatic Program field trip.

From Science Labs to International Day – September 2025 Highlights

October 1, 2025 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

September has been a busy and joy-filled month at McGinnis Woods! Our students have explored science and nature, celebrated special events, and shown their school spirit through hands-on learning and community fun. Here’s a look back at some of our favorite moments. Hands-On Learning Across the Grades Our classrooms have been full of discovery! 4th …

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1st Graders visiting the Gwinnett Environmental Center.

McGinnis Woods August 2025 Highlights: Learning, Adventure & Celebrations

August 30, 2025 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

August has been a busy and exciting month at McGinnis Woods! From field trips and special guests to honoring our Citizens and Teacher of the Month, our students have been busy learning, exploring, and growing both inside and outside of the classroom. Celebrating Citizens & Teacher of the Month We were proud to recognize our …

Category: Academics, Elementary School, Field Trips, Good Citizenship, Hands On Learning, In-School Field Trips, Middle Grades, Outdoor Learning, Pre-K

Summer Camp 2025 fun

Summer Camp 2025 Recap: A Season of Fun, Friendship & Discovery

July 25, 2025 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

What an incredible summer we had at McGinnis Woods! Our 2025 Summer Camp was filled with laughter, learning, and unforgettable memories. From exciting field trips to creative projects and end-of-summer celebrations, our campers truly made the most of every moment. Field Trips & Adventures Campers had a blast exploring new places and trying fun activities …

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4th grade field trip to Natures Classroom

May Highlights at McGinnis Woods: Overnight Field Trips, Theater, and Scene on the Green

May 12, 2025 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

May was packed with memorable moments for our students at McGinnis Woods School, a private, non-parochial school serving families in Alpharetta, Johns Creek, and South Forsyth. From exciting overnight adventures to a fantastic theater performance and a beloved school tradition on the lawn, our students will spend the month with learning, laughter, and lasting memories. …

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Center for Puppetry Arts Field Trip

March Field Trips: Outdoor Learning & Puppetry Fun!

March 31, 2024 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Field Trip to Warbington Farms The kindergartners and first graders enjoyed a beautiful day at Warbington Farms for their field trip. They learned about plants, picked strawberries from the fields and had fun together. Jr. Beta Club Field Trip Our Jr. Beta Club had a fantastic visit at The Place of Forsyth County. They learned …

Category: Art, Field Trips, Outdoor Learning

February Fun at McGinnis Woods! – 2024

February 25, 2024 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Pre-School Fun – Learning About Community Jobs The Preschool children have been learning about the important jobs of community helpers. On Friday they dressed as their favorite community helpers and ended the day with an outdoor parade! Dental Health Month Our PreK-2nd graders from the elementary school had an informative visit with Ms. Lyla from …

Category: Elementary School, Field Trips, Hands On Learning, In-School Field Trips, Outdoor Learning, Preschool

Pow Wow at Stone Mountain Park & Project Showcase Fall 2023

November 15, 2023 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

The Pow Wow at Stone Mountain park is an amazing display of pageantry and tradition. The 1st graders loved learning inside a teepee and exploring! Project Showcase Fall 2023 These amazing students taught their classmates about a topic of their choosing this week during Project Showcase. The 1st-4th graders created and presented their informative trifold …

Category: Elementary School, Field Trips, History, Uncategorized

Outdoor Field Trips – Lake Lanier, Consolidated Gold Mines & TreeTop Quest

November 5, 2023 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Lake Lanier Field Trip Our trip to Lake Lanier was amazing! The students enjoyed exploring on the boat and doing experiments about water, too! Consolidated Gold Mine Field Trip The 3rd graders loved their time at the Consolidated Gold Mines in Dahlonega. They traveled into the mine shaft and had a lot of fun panning …

Category: Elementary School, Field Trips, Middle Grades

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! …

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