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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 welcomes Jeronica Michele Harts as the new Director of Community Engagement and Partnerships.
With nearly two decades of education experience, Ms. Harts has a proven track record of success collaborating with academic, instructional and school-based positions on strategic enrollment management and community engagement. Her extensive expertise will assist PBSA in building stronger bridges to the community.
Horizons PBSA Takes Flight: Launching Full STEAM into Learning
Everyone’s favorite summer session returned this year thanks to Horizons Atlanta. Serving 270 students ranging from Pre-K to 8th grade, this annual educational experience caters to the diverse needs and interests of PBSA’s young scholars, ensuring both academic growth and personal development throughout the summer.
Carver STEAM Class of 2024 Earns More than $11.9 Million in Scholarships
The Class of 2024 at Carver STEAM Academy collectively earned more than $11.9 million in scholarships to pursue their post-secondary dreams. This marks a school record for Carver STEAM. Purpose Built Schools Atlanta recently hosted a Scholarship Gala to celebrate the graduating Class of 2024 and this incredible accomplishment. “The Class of 2024 is full … Continue Reading →
New Aerospace Program Helps Carver STEAM Academy Scholars Take Dreams to New Heights
As a child, Adam Stanley had a neighbor who worked for Delta in TechOps as a mechanic. He invited Stanley to an event at Hartsfield-Jackson to walk through the brand-new 777 aircraft. That, Stanley says, is where his passion for aviation took flight. That passion has been further fueled by the opportunity to build and … Continue Reading →Niomi Henry Named Principal at Carver STEAM Academy
After an intensive search, Purpose Built Schools Atlanta is thrilled to announce that Niomi Henry has been named principal at Carver STEAM Academy beginning the 2024-25 school year. Ms. Henry brings more than two decades of extensive educational and leadership experience, including as a vice principal, school effectiveness specialist, instructional coach, and teacher. Previously, she … Continue Reading →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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