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The Walker School | Inspiring Transformative Learning
The Walker School inspires transformative learning through meaningful relationships, academic excellence, and unique opportunities. Our vision is to graduate leaders who excel in a diverse and everchanging world. We uphold the values of curiosity, dignity, honor, and kindness in every aspect of school life. The Walker Honor Code guides students to be truthful, respectful of property, academically honest, and defenders of the code. With an average class size of 15 students, each learner receives personalized attention and is known by teachers and peers. Niche has ranked us the Best Private School in Cobb County for eight consecutive years, awarding an A+ overall grade.Our collegepreparatory curriculum prepares students for success in higher education and beyond. We offer extensive arts, athletics, and academic programs that allow students to explore their passions. The New Avenues Dyslexia Program supports gifted dyslexic learners in grades 15 with tailored instruction. A vibrant community of families, faculty, and staff fosters belonging and lifelong learning. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive environment where every student can thrive.
Services
Academics
Arts
Athletics
College Counseling
Extended Day
New Avenues
Student Support
Technology
World Languages
Fine Arts
Highlights and features
- Average class size of 15 students.
- Niche ranked us Best Private School 8 years straight.
- Honor Code teaches truth, respect, honesty, defending integrity.
- Arts programs include 10 ensembles and 8 theatre productions.
- Athletics: 72% of students play sports, 30% play multiple sports.
Services
Academics
Walker pairs high academic expectations with a caring community to support student success. Students develop leadership skills through diverse programs and find their voice in class discussions. Walker students are wellrounded, diving into specific academic interests while building skills across disciplines.
Arts
Walker students explore imagination through arts, with opportunities from Primary School onward in dramatic performances and studio art. Educators are practicing artists, linking students to community exhibitions, festivals, and competitions that enrich artistic expression, academic growth, and personal holistic development.
Athletics
Walker fields strong teams across all sports, emphasizing enthusiastic competition and exemplary sportsmanship. Seventytwo percent of grades 612 students play a sport, with thirty percent participating in multiple sports. Over fifty teams exist, and physical education promotes movement, fun, and skill development for younger students.
College Counseling
Walker prepares students for college by creating critical thinkers, speakers and writers ready to thrive in a changing world. The college counseling office guides students through the application process, helping them identify strengths, select suitable institutions, and meet individual goals.
New Avenues
New Avenues serves grades 15 dyslexic students with aboveaverage aptitude, offering dedicated school and home support within Walkers collegepreparatory environment. The program equips learners with strategies to transition successfully into traditional classrooms and flourish academically, socially, and beyond for life.
People
Jessica Waugh
Head of Primary School
Jessica Waugh leads the Primary School, emphasizing wholechild education that builds academic and life skills in a supportive, nurturing environment where every student is known and cared for and valued.
Kathy Meskell
Head of Lower School
Kathy Meskell heads the Lower School, fostering joyful learning where each child is known, encouraged to grow, and supported to develop confidence, resilience, and critical thinking for lifelong success today.
Cindy O'Neill
Head of New Avenues Dyslexia Program
Cindy ONeill leads the New Avenues Dyslexia Program for grades 15, supporting aboveaverage aptitude dyslexic students with dedicated schoolhome assistance within a collegepreparatory setting to build success and lifelong learning.
Ryan Clements
Head of Middle School
Ryan Clements heads the Middle School, guiding students to explore interests, develop study and organization skills, and thrive in a positive, nurturing environment with small class sizes and character development.
Michael Arjona
Assistant Head of School for Academics & Interim Head of Upper School
Michael Arjona oversees academics and the Upper School, promoting high expectations, leadership development, and student voice through diverse programs and engaging class discussions. He also supports college preparation and interdisciplinary learning.
Questions
What grades does The The Walker School serve?
The The Walker School serves students from PK3 through grade 12, offering a continuous college‑preparatory education across Primary, Lower, Middle, and Upper School divisions.
What are the core values emphasized at The The Walker School?
The The Walker School emphasizes curiosity, dignity, honor, and kindness, guided by an Honor Code that promotes truth, respect, academic honesty, and defending the code.
Does The The Walker School offer financial assistance?
Yes, The The Walker School provides need‑based financial assistance to qualified applicants, ensuring that financial constraints do not deter admission for deserving students.
What extracurricular opportunities are available for students?
Students can participate in over 50 athletic teams, arts programs including music, theatre, visual arts, and clubs such as robotics, debate, and community service initiatives.
How does The The Walker School support students with dyslexia?
The New Avenues Dyslexia Program serves grades 1‑5 dyslexic learners with above‑average aptitude, offering tailored instruction and school‑home support within a college‑preparatory environment.
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