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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

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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Sea Quest Life Science Field Trip

April 3, 2023 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

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!

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Kindergarten Field Trip to Fernbank Museum to learn about the science of color

Fernbank Field Trips for Kindergarten & 4th Grade

February 25, 2023 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

February 2023 Kindergarten Field Trip to Fernbank The kindergartners enjoyed seeing cool exhibits and learning all about color at Fernbank. January 7th Field Trip to Fernbank Museum The 4th grade visit to Fernbank Science Center was excellent. The students viewed a movie about astronauts, learned about weather, and enjoyed the many exhibits around the museum.

Category: Field Trips, Forsyth County Private School, Science & Technology, STEMTag: Fernbank Museum

Hands-On STEM Projects: Architecture & Bouncy Balls!

September 30, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

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 …

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3rd grade field trip to the georgia aquarium

3rd Grade GA Aquarium Overnight Field Trip

May 16, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

3rd Grades behind the scenes tour and sleepover at the Georgia Aquarium was a special time of learning and fun for all!

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Overnight field trip 4th graders

4th Grade Overnight Field Trip to Nature’s Classroom

May 2, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Our 4th graders left for Nature’s Classroom in Mentone, Alabama today on their overnight trip. They are having a great time hiking, playing games, attending classes, and getting ready for their campfire a bit later tonight. This trip is sure to be a memory maker!

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Students on field trip to Chattahoochee Nature Center

Spring 2022 Field Trips Recap

April 16, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Chattahoochee Nature Center Field Trip Field trips enrich the curriculum at our private school and bring learning to life in unique ways. Chattahoochee Nature Center is one of our favorite destinations! 3rd Grade Field Trip to Gwinnett Environmental Center Our third graders went to Gwinnett Environmental Center to learn about amphibians like frogs and salamanders. …

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Dr Seuss Thing 1 2 3 characters

STEM / Science Fairs & Book Day were a big success!

March 19, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Science Fair Projects are on display this week. We have some amazing budding scientists! Congratulations to our Science Fair and STEM Challenge winners! Wildcat Book Day 2022 Wildcat Book Day was packed with great reading and characters galore! We love books!

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Bio Box Book Reports 4th Graders

Weird Science and Bio Box Book Reports

February 25, 2022 //  by McGinnis Woods School & Preschool

Kindergarten Weird Science In School Field Trip with The Science Wiz The kindergartners learned about “weird science” with The Science Wiz! They made a lava lamp and slime, learned about positive and negative charges that make things float, learned about negative pressure, and even made a volcano erupt! 4th Grade Bio Box Book Reports 4th …

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