Events
Community.
It’s more than a value we teach our students. We live it — finding pleasure, inspiration and support in one another.
What does community look like? It’s parents visiting a class to share their expertise. It’s alumni backstage congratulating current students after a concert. It’s staff cheering on our athletes. It’s the chance to hear from renowned speakers and engage with community partners. And so much more.
Several signature Paideia events have earned spots on Atlanta’s cultural map:

Grandparents & Special Friends’ Day
Friday, September 25
Paideia Campus
On this day, we celebrate the special bonds between generations. Just as blocks come together to build something strong and beautiful, the moments we share with our grandparents and special friends help build cherished memories that last a lifetime.

Saturday, Sept 26
4 - 7:30 p.m.
Campus Green
Bring the whole family for a fun evening filled with great food, drinks, activities and live music!
- Dunk tank
- Photo booth
- Sand art
- Delicious BBQ chicken

2026 Pepperdene Speaker
Akwaeke Emezi
Thursday, October 1, 6:30 p.m.
Doors open at 6p.m.
Award-winning author, poet, and artist Akwaeke Emezi—celebrated for their bold, genre-spanning stories on identity, gender, and justice—is visiting Paideia for an exciting live interview with Hugh Hunter ’09 and a book signing!

High School Band Concert
Wednesday, April 29
Theater
Student Run High School Musical
“Little Shop of Horrors”
August 20-22, 7 p.m.
Preview, August 18, 4 p.m.
Theater
One free ticket:
Staff staff may use the code "staff26"
Students may use use "student26"

Junior High Chorus Concert
Thursday, April 30, 9:15 a.m.
Junior High Multi Purpose Room

Soccer State Tournament
The boys second round state tournament match will be played in Savannah on Thursday, Apr. 30 at 6 pm. against Savannah Country Day School.
The girls second round game is Thursday, Apr. 30 at 6 pm. against Providence Christian Academy.
Parents and Caregivers
Have your calendar ready. There are countless ways to be connected, to enhance your and your child’s experience of the “school that never sleeps.”
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Arts and Public Events
We are excited to share that Grandparents & Special Friends’ Day at the Paideia School will be on Friday, September 25! On this day, we celebrate the special bonds between generations. Just as blocks come together to build something strong and beautiful, the moments we share with our grandparents and special friends help build cherished memories that last a lifetime.
This day is all about giving students the opportunity to share their school experience with someone special in their lives. Every year, Grandparents & Special Friends’ Day brings hundreds of guests to Paideia’s campus. Highlights of the day include:
- An opening program featuring Head of School Tom Taylor and student performances
- Classroom visits
- Student jazz ensemble on the Plaza
- Photo opportunities
- Complimentary lunch for Grandparent or special friend
We will communicate more detailed information as we get closer to the event. Please contact Caroline Cook at grandparents@paideiaschool.org or 404-377-3491 ext. 109 with any questions.
Save the date for Paideia's Annual Fall BBQ – Saturday, September 26! Bring the whole family out for a fun evening and enjoy great food, drinks, activities and live music! Tickets will go on sale in September. Plenty of volunteers are needed!
Please join us in welcoming celebrated author Award-winning author, poet, and artist Akwaeke Emezi—celebrated for their bold, genre-spanning stories on identity, gender, and justice—is visiting Paideia for an exciting live interview with Hugh Hunter and a book signing!
Sorry - space for this event is full, if you would like your name added to a waitlist, contact hovington.kristi@paideiaschool.org.
