The High Museum Comes to GVP
The High Museum of Art came to GVP this month. As part of a long-term partnership between the two institutions, visiting artist Tanya Aguiñiga came to teach an art class...
From the Classroom: Students Build Parachutes
On the far side of the GVP parking lot, right next to the Decatur Library, a group of Form One girls are talking excitedly, each one trying to drown out...
GVP Founder Suzie Jacobs Volunteers in Math Class
For 13 years, Suzie Jacobs has watched GVP grow and blossom. She is one of the school’s founders. Since 2009, she has contributed to the school’s development. Now, she continues...
From Volunteer to Lead Math Teacher: Caroline Henry Starts a New Journey at GVP
On her first day of work, Caroline Henry realized she already had a special connection to GVP. Ms. Marjorie, Science Teacher, told Ms. Caroline that she used to be her...
“Mathstravaganza” Puts Math Center Stage at GVP
Ms. Linda Smiley, GVP’s long time mathematics teacher, walks around in her new classroom. She moves classroom supplies intentionally, placing each item carefully where she wants it. Against the wall,...
Going Coastal: Students Explore Tybee Island for Experiential Learning Field Trip
GVP students had a special field trip this month. We spent two nights at the Burton 4-H Center on Tybee Island to learn about the ecosystem of barrier islands. We...
Codes are Everywhere: Students Apply Coding to Multiple Subjects
“Codes are about much more than just coding.” For the past eight weeks, students have been participating in the Codes Learning Unit. The goal of this unit is to demonstrate...
Students Adopt a Growth Mindset through Art
Have you ever tried to create something that did not turn out the way you wanted? Were you disappointed in yourself? Did you learn from your mistakes and try again?...
