George Walton Academy
| George Walton Academy | |
|---|---|
| Address | |
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One Bulldog Drive Monroe, Georgia, United States 30655 | |
| Coordinates | 33°47′24″N 83°44′25″W / 33.789991°N 83.740324°WCoordinates: 33°47′24″N 83°44′25″W / 33.789991°N 83.740324°W |
| Information | |
| Established | 1969 |
| Status | Private School |
| School number | 770.267.7578 |
| Principal | Dan Dolan |
| Principal | Kevin Cloud |
| Headmaster | William M. Nicholson |
| Staff | 130 |
| Age range | K4–12th grades |
| Enrollment | 900 |
| Campus | Rural |
| Campus size | 50 acres |
| Color(s) | Red, Black, White |
| Sports | Participates in 22 GHSA sports |
| Mascot | Bulldog |
| Team name | Bulldogs |
| Accreditation | SACS, SAIS, AdvancED |
| Yearbook | Resume |
| Website | George Walton Academy |
George Walton Academy (GWA) is a private school in Monroe, Georgia, USA for students in grades K4-12th.
The school is named for Senator George Walton, a signer of the Declaration of Independence.
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