Summer Camp fun has begun! Our campers and staff are enjoying being together in a safe environment while following CDC guidelines. Robotics, playground time, computer lab and art are causing plenty of smiles! The campers loved being back with their friends, making ice cream in STEM class and building robots during robotics specialty camp. There’s …
Outdoor Learning
McGinnis Woods Recognized as Gold Level in Green School Award Program
McGinnis Woods School is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the highest level of recognition of the Green School Award Program through Keep Forsyth County Beautiful, the Gold level. About the Green School Award The Green School Award Program is designed to enhance environmental education and stewardship in schools by offering incentives for …
Remote Learning Creativity – Virtual Campfire, DIY Plant Kit Deliveries & Art Projects!
At McGinnis Woods private school, we’ve worked quickly to adapt our “hands-on” learning philosophy to the remote learning environment. Check out some of our recent creative remote learning projects and activities for staying connected while at home (together). DIY Plant Kit Deliveries Last week’s delivery of DIY plant kits and water gauges to each of …
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 …
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 …
Preschool Corner – April 2019
April was an awesome month in the Preschool filled with wonderful activities and events. NAEYC celebrates the Week of the Young Child each year and this year it was the first week of April. Each day of the week had a special theme: Music Monday Tasty Tuesday Work Together Wednesday Artsy Thursday Family Friday The …
4th Grade Field Trip to Nature’s Classroom
These 4th grade classes are on an adventure at Nature’s Classroom in Alabama. They have been super busy traveling, settling in and learning about the great outdoors! The students and their fearless leaders had an amazing time at Nature’s Classroom. They hiked, navigated tight places, played games, made candles, and so much more. We’re glad …
