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We engage more than 1,500 students from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th grade through authentic and culturally relevant project-based instruction.
Tapping Into Unlimited Potential
The neighborhoods of south Atlanta are full of potential, but the schools have not always ensured opportunity for all the students in their care. Atlanta Public Schools partnered with Purpose Built Schools Atlanta to manage PRE-K, Slater Elementary, Price Middle and Carver STEAM Academy to give each school the support they need.
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Purpose Built Schools Atlanta at the Head of the Class in Social Emotional Learning Integration
“Do you want a hug or some space?” This question exemplifies an important skill students at Purpose Built Schools Atlanta are learning about-- handling emotions in different ways. Since its inception, Purpose Built Schools has been on a journey to explicitly teach and reinforce social emotional learning (SEL) competencies and skills.Purpose Built Schools Atlanta Nutrition Program Recognized by the Georgia School Nutrition Association
The nutrition program at Purpose Built Schools Atlanta was recognized by the Georgia School Nutrition Association for increased participation in their lunch and breakfast programs. The program has had more students lining up for healthy school food since Carolyn Pusey-Wade, more affectionately known as “Chef Nana,” took on the role of Director of Nutrition in … Continue Reading →Nichole Curtis Stone Named Chief People Officer of Purpose Built Schools
After a nationwide search, Purpose Built Schools Atlanta is thrilled to welcome our new Chief People Officer, Nichole Curtis Stone. Nichole is a fierce advocate for equity and educational opportunities for all students. Her passion for education was cultivated during her time as a Teach For America (TFA) Corps Member and as a Recruitment Director. … Continue Reading →Slater Co-op Provides Unique Alternative to Traditional Food-Centered Programs
Thanks to the Urban Recipe Food Co-op at Slater Elementary School, more families have access to nourishing ingredients and food staples to feed their families. Facilitated by Dr. Tonya Williams-Saunders, School Engagement Manager at Slater Elementary, the co-op serves low-income families and provides a unique alternative to many traditional food-centered programs. “We have a dynamic … Continue Reading →Purpose Built Schools Invests in STEM Cohort; 12 Teachers in Inaugural Group
Purpose Built Schools Atlanta recently partnered with Metro RESA to support 12 selected instructional staff members for the first PBSA STEM Cohort, a unique group of educators, across various disciplines and grade levels.Community Growth through Education
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NOTICE OF INTENT TO APPLY FOR FY 23 21st CCLC PROGRAM GRANT
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Atlanta, in partnership with Atlanta Public Schools and Purpose Built Schools, intends to submit an application to the Georgia State Department of Education for a 21st CCLC grant. The grant will support an academic and workforce readiness after school programs for students attending Thomasville Heights Elementary, Luther J. Price Middle School, and Carver High School in Fulton County. If you have any comments on the proposed program, please contact Lorene Jackson, Senior Vice President of Programs and Operations at 404-922-4327 ext. 1085. A copy of the application will be available for public review after submittal at the BGCMA support center 2880 Dresden Drive, Chamblee GA.
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