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George Walton Academy

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Established
  
1969

School number
  
770.267.7578

Principal
  
Kevin Cloud

Phone
  
+1 770-267-7578

Number of students
  
900

Status
  
Private School

Principal
  
Dan Dolan

Headmaster
  
William M. Nicholson

Mascot
  
Bulldog

Founded
  
1969

George Walton Academy

Address
  
1 Bulldog Dr, Monroe, GA 30655, USA

Similar
  
Loganville Christian Academy, Monroe Area High School, Walnut Grove High School, Loganville High School, Grayson High School

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George Walton Academy (GWA) is a private school in Monroe, Georgia, USA for students in grades K4-12th.

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The school is named for Senator George Walton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence.

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History

George Walton Academy was founded in 1969 by members of the local community who wanted to provide a college preparatory education for students. Initially, the school was located in Good Hope, Georgia.

In 1975, the school moved from Good Hope to Monroe, Georgia. The new campus sat on 21 acres (85,000 m²) of land. Since then, the school has expanded to 50 acres (166,000 m²).

The George Walton Academy Marching Bulldog Band has had numerous wins, including third place in the 2014 USSBA Division 6 National Championship and numerous regional titles. The school's concert and symphonic bands have been recognized throughout the Southeast.

The school's athletic and debate teams have also been successful. Numerous scholarships have been awarded to the top athletes of George Walton Academy.

Notable alumni

  • Kyle Chandler, actor (Friday Night Lights and Super 8)
  • Maureen McKay, opera singer
  • References

    George Walton Academy Wikipedia