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Two Paideia students were recognized for their contributions to our broader community – Kenzie Leonard ’27 and Chandler Kirkland ’26.
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This weekend, Paideia’s varsity girls and varsity boys cross country teams took 2nd place and 3rd place respectively at sectionals. Both teams qualified for the state championships and will compete this Friday, November 7!
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Improvements to Paideia’s libraries increase students’ access to books, research and connection.
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Alec Freeman '27 and Maxim Slopsema '26 won individual awards for being the 4th and 6th highest scoring individual players in the tournament.
![Paideia College Counseling Receives the Director’s Cup from UGA for Best Overall GPA for the Freshmen Cohort]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756224589/paideia/qdfgfjp1d5tbg53w5xnf/CollegeCounselingAward.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756224589/paideia/qdfgfjp1d5tbg53w5xnf/CollegeCounselingAward.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756224589/paideia/qdfgfjp1d5tbg53w5xnf/CollegeCounselingAward.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756224589/paideia/qdfgfjp1d5tbg53w5xnf/CollegeCounselingAward.jpg","width":1080}])
Students from Paideia’s Class of 2024 attending UGA had an average first-year GPA of 3.84.
![Paideia Powerhouses Lead USA Ultimate Team to Gold at the World Games]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755886665/paideia/nc8bqogo3glgatuudngd/MirandaKnowles_00ChrisKocher_10GrantLindsley_07.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755886665/paideia/nc8bqogo3glgatuudngd/MirandaKnowles_00ChrisKocher_10GrantLindsley_07.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1755886665/paideia/nc8bqogo3glgatuudngd/MirandaKnowles_00ChrisKocher_10GrantLindsley_07.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1755886665/paideia/nc8bqogo3glgatuudngd/MirandaKnowles_00ChrisKocher_10GrantLindsley_07.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1755886665/paideia/nc8bqogo3glgatuudngd/MirandaKnowles_00ChrisKocher_10GrantLindsley_07.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1755886665/paideia/nc8bqogo3glgatuudngd/MirandaKnowles_00ChrisKocher_10GrantLindsley_07.jpg","width":2200}])
High School Assistant Principal and Women' s Ultimate Coach Miranda Knowles ’00 coached defense for the US Mixed National Team, working alongside players and Paideia alums Chris Kocher ’10 and Grant Lindsley ’07.
![Paideia Continues Eraser Toss Tradition, Welcoming Two Potential New Teachers to the Profession]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1755275226/paideia/ptj2qjayncodox7ccq6u/DSC07915.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1755275226/paideia/ptj2qjayncodox7ccq6u/DSC07915.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1755275226/paideia/ptj2qjayncodox7ccq6u/DSC07915.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1755275226/paideia/ptj2qjayncodox7ccq6u/DSC07915.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1755275226/paideia/ptj2qjayncodox7ccq6u/DSC07915.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1755275226/paideia/ptj2qjayncodox7ccq6u/DSC07915.jpg","width":2200}])
Students Stella and Grace caught the erasers, selecting them to become teachers.
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A recap of Paideia Summer Camp 2025.
![Extreme Yard Makeover: Python Edition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1752505045/paideia/p6hmdecptbi9dag0nq0r/Front-page-news-jh_yard.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1752505045/paideia/p6hmdecptbi9dag0nq0r/Front-page-news-jh_yard.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1752505045/paideia/p6hmdecptbi9dag0nq0r/Front-page-news-jh_yard.jpg","width":770}])
Students transform the Junior High yard into a welcoming hangout spot.
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9th grade biology students share discovery with community.
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We hope you will take the time to read this body of student work which showcases the gifted writers and artists within our community!
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