One Act Play Wins Region!

Congratulations to the cast and crew of Tragedy of Thebes, winners of the GHSA Region 8-2A One Act Play competition on Thursday, November 5! The play, which was written and directed by Drama Department Chair Lorraine Thompson, will advance to the state competition on Saturday, November 21, at Tifton High School. In addition to region honors, senior Errin Austin was named "Best Actress" and Alexandra Hutchinson '27 and Julia Adang '28 were both named to the All Star Cast!

Way to go, Spartans! We are so excited to see you shine at state!

AI & Higher Education, Presented by Dr. Jerry Kane

Tuesday, November 17 at 9:40 AM (via webcast)

On Tuesday, the Athens Academy Upper School will welcome Dr. Jerry Kane for a timely discussion about the growing role of artificial intelligence in higher education and beyond. As the Distinguished Professor for the Department of Management Information Systems at the University of Georgia, Dr. Kane will explore how AI is changing the college experience, what students should understand about its opportunities and challenges, and how they can develop the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in an increasingly AI-driven world. The presentation will be webcast live and recorded for parents who are interested in watching but unable to tune in at the scheduled time (click here for the webcast link). Questions? Email Kristina Ware.

Athletic Department: Winter Sports Yard Signs Now Available

Deadline: Wednesday, November 18

Click here to to purchase winter season yard signs for fine arts, swimming, basketball, and basketball cheer. Questions? Email Bobby McPhillips.

PSO Volunteers Needed

PSO volunteers are needed for two upcoming teacher appreciation events. For more information on the PSO and all the volunteer opportunities available throughout the year, visit the PSO Resource page.

• Volunteer for the Holiday Market on November 18 & 19.
• Volunteer for Holiday Decorating on November 30 & December 1.

Pre-, Lower & Middle School Salvation Army Service Project

October 26-November 20

Students in K3-Grade 8 are currently collecting new and gently used hats, gloves, mittens, and scarves for adults and children through Friday, November 20. Items can be sent in with students or dropped off in the Pre-, Lower, and Middle School division offices. Questions? Email Judy Fox.

Open to All: First Fridays Prayer Group

Friday, December 4 / 8:15 AM / Farmer Field House

Everyone is welcome to join us for the First Fridays Prayer Group beginning at 8:15 a.m. in the Farmer Field House. Come as you are! All parents and staff are welcome. We will be meeting the first Friday of every month: December 4, January 8 (second Friday), February 5, March 5, April 2, and May 7. If you have any questions, please email Candace Couch.

The Georgia Tuition Tax Credit is a fantastic program that is essentially free money for our school and benefits everyone in our community!

Spartans, we welcome your participation in the Georgia Tuition Tax Credit Program (GTTC). This program allows taxpayers to easily divert state tax dollars to Athens Academy’s need-based financial aid program. The funds are mandated by state law to be used strictly for student financial aid, based on eligibility criteria that are also prescribed by state law. Your redirected tax payment benefits your child’s education and our school community as well because these funds support our budget and keep tuition costs down for all of our students.

There are three categories of participation: 

1) Companies registered as C-corporations and S-corporations can redirect up to 75% of their State tax liability. The great news is your payment can be deducted as a business expense on the 2026 tax return. The business owner wins!

2) Individuals can redirect up to $2,500 of their State tax liability and married couples filing jointly up to $5,000.

3) Pass-through taxpayers–each business partner, member, or shareholder can redirect up to $25,000 (that’s $50,000 for married filing joint couples with co-ownership!) and can claim their contribution on their personal tax return as a business expense. Read more.

2027-2028 Admission Update

Admission for the 2027-2028 school year is underway! Parents, if you are planning to submit an application for younger siblings or if you have friends in the community planning to apply, please make note of the Key Admission Dates below. We anticipate wait pools in several grade levels with limited space available in rising pre-first, first, and second grades.

Key Admission Dates

• December 1: K3, K4, Pre-first, Grade 1 - First round application deadline. Rolling admission after this date.
• December 4: Preschool Classroom Visits and Screenings
• January 4: Grades 2-12 - First round application deadline. Rolling admission after this date.

SCHOOL STORE HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

MIDDLE & UPPER SCHOOL FALL ORCHESTRA CONCERT - Thursday, November 12 at 7:00 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall

ADMISSION OPEN HOUSE - Thursday, November 12 at 8:30 a.m. in the Harrison Performance Hall

JUNIOR NIGHT (CLASS OF 2028) - Monday, November 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall

HOLIDAY MARKET 2026 - Wednesday, November 18 (4:00-7:00 p.m.) and Thursday, November 19 (8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.) in the Sinkwich Spartan Center

CLASSES DISMISS FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY - Friday, November 20 at 3:20 p.m. (no Extended Day available). Classes resume on Monday, November 30

UPPER SCHOOL DANCING WITH THE STARS - Tuesday, December 1 at 7:00 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall

HOLIDAY PROGRAM - Wednesday, December 2 at 9:30 a.m. in the Sinkwich Spartan Center

UPPER SCHOOL SNAPSHOTS DRAMA SHOWCASE - Thursday, December 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall

MIDDLE/UPPER SCHOOL BAND CONCERT - Thursday, December 10 at 7:00 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall

GRADE 4 CLASS PLAY - Friday, December 11 at 8:45 a.m. in the Harrison Performance Hall

PARENTS NIGHT OUT - Friday, December 11 from 5:30-9:00 p.m.

CLASSES DISMISS FOR CHRISTMAS BREAK - Friday, December 18 at 11:30 a.m. (no Extended Day available); classes resume on Monday, January 4 at 8:05 a.m.

PRESCHOOL SPOTLIGHT - Wednesday, January 13 from 8:15-9:15 a.m. in the Harrison Center

SCHOOL HOLIDAY/MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY - Monday, January 18

COLLEGE COUNSELING COFFEE - Wednesday, January 20 from 8:15-9:15 a.m. in the Farmer Field House

GRADE 3 CLASS PLAY - Friday, January 22 at 8:45 a.m. in the Harrison Performance Hall

RISING NINTH GRADE NIGHT (CLASS OF 2031) - Monday, January 25 from 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall

PSO UNIFORM RESALE - Wednesday, January 27 from 8:00-11:00 a.m. in the Chambers Center Lower Level

ALL GRADES ADMISSION OPEN HOUSE - Wednesday, January 27 at 8:30 a.m. in the Myers Gallery

MIDDLE SCHOOL PLAY - Friday, February 5 & Saturday, February 6 at 7:00 p.m.; Sunday, February 7 at 2:30 p.m. in the Bertelsmann Presentation Hall

42ND ANNUAL SPARTAN 5K & SPRINT - Saturday, February 6 at 9:00 a.m.