Grandparents & Special Friends’ Day

Who is invited?

We have mailed an invitation to any grandparent or special friend for whom contact information was submitted by the parents. We want to make sure that your child has someone to share the day with. A special friend can be a neighbor, an aunt or uncle, a babysitter, or anyone in their life who makes them feel loved and cared for.

If your grandparent or special friend has not received an invitation, please contact Caroline Cook at 404-377-3491 x109 or grandparents@paideiaschool.org.

Due to space constraints, Paideia parents are not invited to the event. However, a great way to be a part of this experience is to volunteer on campus. There are many ways to pitch in, and we would love to have parents join the fun! For volunteer opportunities, check the Paideia Parent Center.

Do I need to RSVP?

What time should I arrive?

Where should I park?

Before 8:30 a.m., guests may park in any parking lot EXCEPT for the lot under the Junior High building. After 8:30, you may park on South Ponce de Leon Avenue in front of the main campus or in ANY of our five parking lots, including the lot under Junior High.

All guests who RSVP will receive a detailed map in the mail prior to the event. Golf cart shuttles will run on the main campus from the parking lots to the school throughout the day. Shuttle buses will be available for those who are visiting students on the main campus as well as at the Junior High.

Parking FAQ

Parking FAQ

What is the easiest way to get to Grandparents & Special Friends’ Day?

The easiest, very best way to visit your student during this event is to have someone drop you off and pick you up from school. Many visitors enjoy being dropped off with their student during morning carpool. There will be plenty of volunteers to direct you to the registration tent.

Where do I park when I visit my Junior High student?

If you are visiting a 7th or 8th grade student, the best place to park is in the lot under the Junior High building, which will be available AFTER 8:30 a.m. If you arrive BEFORE 8:30 am, you may park at Lot D and take the shuttle to the Junior High, or in any of the lots on main campus. If you have an Elementary or High School student as well, that same shuttle bus can take you to the main campus. Please see the list of addresses below to enter into your GPS.

Where do I park when I visit my student in Half Day, Elementary, or High School?

We have four parking lots for those visiting Half Day, Elementary, and High School students. Please see the list of addresses below to enter into your GPS. AFTER 8:30 a.m., there is limited parking available directly in front of the school on South Ponce de Leon. The closest parking lot to Half Day is Lot D.

What if the parking lot I choose is full?

There will be a volunteer at each parking lot who can direct you to the next best option to park. They will also have a map to help guide you.

I understand you don’t have handicapped parking, but I have limited mobility. What is my best option for parking and getting to registration?

For those with limited mobility, your best option is to have a friend, relative, or rideshare drop you off directly in front of the big white registration tent on the campus green (for Half Day, Elementary, or High School) or in the circular driveway in front of the Junior High. If you drive, we have parking attendants who will be happy to call for a golf cart to transport you to registration. Lot C has access to an elevator and might be best for those unable to walk.

I am pretty mobile but can’t walk a long way. How can I get a ride on a shuttle bus or golf cart?

We will have two shuttle buses and five golf carts available. Volunteers will be at each parking lot, all shuttle stops, and the registration tent. Those volunteers can request a golf cart or shuttle bus to pick you up. Please be patient, as we will have 900 guests, and a lot of coordination is going on behind the scenes. We will get to you. We promise!

Half Day, Elementary, and High School Parking Lots
Lots A & B: 1509 South Ponce de Leon Ave. NE
Lot C: 711 Oakdale Rd. NE (Oakdale Hall)
Lot D: 1367 South Ponce de Leon Ave. NE (Atlanta Primitive Baptist Church)
Junior High Parking Lots
Lot D: 1367 South Ponce de Leon Ave. NE (take shuttle to Junior High)
Lot E: 1368 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE (Paideia Junior High)

Grandparents & Special Friends day map and Brochure — Map & Brochure (PDF)

When and where will I meet my grandchild or special friend?

What if I am visiting more than one child?

If you are visiting more than one child, we have carefully curated a schedule that is made for you. You will receive your schedule in the mail. Please discuss it with the parent of your student prior to arrival. Volunteers will be available to help while you are on campus. This year, the following times are set aside for classroom visits:

Morning Half Day: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Afternoon Half Day: 1:00–1:30 p.m.
Elementary: 9:40–10:20 a.m.
Junior High: 11:00–11:45 a.m.
High School: 1:25–2:15 p.m.

What schedule will I follow on September 25?

What should I wear?

How does lunch work?

Lunch will be provided for all grandparents and special friends. All students must bring their own lunch, as there will be no Pi Bites that day. Depending on the age of the child you are visiting, lunch begins between 11:30 and 12:45. Please note that parents are not able to join our special visitors for lunch, but we would love to have you on campus! Please sign up to volunteer HERE .

Elementary students will eat lunch at their regular times, but that is flexible if you are trying to coordinate lunch times with siblings. Younger children will be escorted to the gymnasium by classroom volunteers. Students in the upper Elementary classes can meet you at lunch.

What else can I look forward to?

Throughout the day, there will be optional programming for your enjoyment. This will include musical performances, archival displays, student artwork, and talks with Paideia faculty.

Other all-day activities include:

Visit the library book donation sale in the Art Lobby (main campus) or Junior High Commons
Write a letter to your student at the letter-writing table on the Plaza (main campus) or in the Junior High Faculty Lounge
Shop Paideia spirit wear (Pi Wear) on the Plaza (main campus) or in the Junior High Commons

Grandparents & Special Friends’ Day

We are delighted that you will join us for a special day on campus on Friday, September 25!

Grandparents & Special Friends’ Day RSVP Form

Attending?

Grandparents/Special Friend Information

Planning your day

Parking

We look forward to welcoming our grandparents and special friends to campus! Walk-ups are welcome.