Parent Service Organization

List of 14 items.

• Art Project

  This fundraiser makes use of our children’s art work to create note cards, magnets, and other items for purchase. These unique items make fabulous gifts for grandparents and friends.

• Cash Back Programs

  Amazon, Kroger, Ingles, Office Depot, and Publix are working with Athens Academy to provide cash-back programs for school projects, and our community has shown tremendous support for these programs! Our goal this year is to have as MANY parents as possible participating! Click the links for information on how to enroll or re-enroll for each program: Publix Partners, Kroger TopCashback, Amazon Smile. 

• Faculty & Staff Appreciation Days

  Several times a year, parent volunteers provide a variety of special treats to show our appreciation for all of our teachers and staff.

• Festival Day

  This fun event has been an Athens Academy tradition for over 40 years and includes students, parents, teachers, and community visitors. The day begins with musical entertainment by Pre/Lower School students followed by a fun carnival with games and booths of all types. Family fun is the focus of this event with a day of activities that promote school spirit and provide an open campus for visitors to visit Athens Academy in a casual atmosphere.

• Grandparents & Special Friends Day

  Each fall, students in grades K3-6 welcome and entertain grandparents and special friends. A morning program features musical entertainment, and following the performance all guests are invited to visit in the classrooms. This event brings many visitors to the Athens Academy campus and is truly one of the most special days of the year!

• Holiday Decorating

  Parents are always eager to help decorate the Athens Academy campus with greenery, wreaths, and Christmas trees in early December.

• Holiday Market

  Artists and artisans from all over the region participate in this fun market, offering everything from handmade jewelry and scarves to home décor and pottery. Volunteers man the hospitality suite and offer support to vendors throughout the day.

• Lower School Library Helpers

  Lower School Library Helpers volunteer in the Lower School library/media center, helping students find books, running the checkout desk, re-shelving materials, and assisting in the library workroom. Students love to see a parent or grandparent volunteer during their time in the library!

• Parents' Days (By Division)

  These events are designed to welcome parents, give them an opportunity to get involved with the PSO, and help them learn more about the school year ahead. The PSO will offer parents the opportunity to sign up to volunteer for a wide variety of events that will be held throughout the year.

• Post-Planning Luncheon

  Held on the last day of faculty post-planning week, this luncheon features a casual, catered meal for all the School’s employees. Employee service recognition and presentation of PSO donations to the school are part of this event.

• SparDADS

  SparDADS offers Academy fathers the opportunity to get involved with their children and the school in an important and meaningful way. Whether you’re a father to one or to six, boys or girls, young or old, we hope you’ll join us. Throughout the year, events will likely include guest speakers, father-child service events, networking breakfasts/lunches, and more.

• Spartan 5K & Spartan Sprint

  Held every year in early February, the Spartan 5K has been an Athens Academy tradition for over 30 years! The race follows a course through the adjacent neighborhoods and ends at the main Spartan Lane gate. Participants include Academy students, parents, and family members as well as runners from all over Georgia. The one-mile Spartan Sprint fun run is held following the Spartan 5K. Walkers are welcome in both events.

• Uniform Resale

  The PSO is pleased to offer uniform resales periodically throughout the year. Donate your gently used uniforms to the bins in the Sinkwich Spartan Center, the Chambers Center, or the Lower and Middle School division offices.

• Welcome Committee

  Our Welcome Committee volunteers help new families learn what to expect on the first day of school, answer their questions, and make connections and new friends! They serve as an important resource for our newest Spartans.