Woodward Academy - Phoenix Yearbook (College Park, GA)

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A t the Lower School, which is locat- ed in Tucker and Rutland Halls, a Woodward Academy student ' s education begins. The school pre- pares the younger students by coordinating its curriculum with the Middle and Upper Schools. The faculty insures that its curriculum gives the students the foundation nec- essary for a strong education. By exposing the students to all concepts of learning, the Lower School is able to instill a sense of responsibility and citizenship in its students. As students move from one level of accomplishment to the next, they are expected to be progressively more responsi- bile for tfiemselves. The Lower School students are encour- aged to become involved in other school activities such as intramural sports, performing groups, and special interest groups. By doing so, they can develop their talents and interests, always striving to be the best students they can be. The Busey School, located in Riverdale, is very much an intregal part of Woodward Academy. Located on 23 beauti- fully wooded acres, Busey School lays the foundation for the continued education of Woodward students. Because of its size and location, the school has the advantage of being an active community school as most of the Busey School students live in the surrounding areas of Fayette and Clayton counties. Like the Lower School of main campus, Busey gives each student co nfidence in order to success- fully make the transition not to the Middle School, but main campus as well. 1. The Lower School has students who participate in an active scouting program. 2. The Busey School has students in kindergarten through grade six. 3. An art student in the Lower School finds many methods to perfect her drawing. 4. Lauren Rawlins is fascinated by an interesting book. 5. The Pre-School students enjoy the natural setting of Busey. 6. Students are taught early to appreciate art. 7. Lower School students take a break for lunch. 8. The Busey School is fortunate to have dedicated teachers such as Mrs. Kalher- ine Young. lNTRODUCTION 5

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4 INTRODUCTION

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w ith the advancement of time, all as- pects of life changes. In 1900, Georgia Military Academy was founded by Colonel John Charles Woodward as a military school for young men. Since that time the small boys school has grown into a prominent, flourishing co-educational academy. There have been many physical changes at the Academy; however, the focus on maintaining high academic standards still remains as constant as it was in 1900. In 1932, Colonel Woodward turned over ownership of Georgia Military Academy by deeding it to a self-perpetuating Board of Govenors. Today GMA Woodward Academy has an all-time record enroll- ment of over 1700 students. Regardless of the number of students, one thing that has remained constant for 84 years is the Academy motto: Every Opportunity for Every Stu- dent. This will be the standard banner of the Academy as it begins its next 84 years of excellence. 1. In 1961, these two CMA cadets had a brief conversation before class in front of the old entrance to Brewster Hall. 2. A 1963 CMA cadet is decorated with a medal during Sunday exercises on the parade grounds. 3. Maria Castellanos helps a young cadet check out books in the library. 4. A glimpse of a 1933 CMA typing class gives an indication of how many changes have occurred at the Academy. 5. A cadet shows off his new senior ring to his admirmg escort. 6. Participation in the flag ceremony was an essential part of GMA ' s military program. 7. Graduating cadets from the 1940 ' s await the end of formal military ceremonies. 6 INTRODUCTION