Technology Acceptable Usage Policy

Parents and guardians must complete the Acceptable Use Policy form before students are permitted to use campus technology. While the Technology Department previously emailed the form to families, it can also be accessed and submitted online. All students are required to have a completed form before the start of the school year. Click here to complete the form.

Leadership Updates

With preparation for the new school year underway, below are a few exciting updates that will welcome families and staff in August:

• Christie Parke has joined The Howard School as Director of Development. Christie brings years of experience in non-profit fundraising with a strong track record in independent schools. In addition to being an outstanding Director, she is a proud Howard School parent.  
• Kevin Grant has joined The Howard School as Executive Director of Strategic Growth and Operations. Kevin brings years of experience in non-profit sectors from Drew Charter School to the YMCA to Atlanta Mission. 
• The Parents Association (PA) has been reorganized and is being led by an outstanding group of Howard School parents, including Michal Liske (President), Trunshedda Ramos (Vice President), and Adrienne Clark (Secretary). Our amazing PA is building connections with new and current families, streamlining communication, and increasing overall parent engagement.
• Cat Stansbury has been named Director of Athletics. In addition to overseeing our inclusive athletics program, Cat will continue to be the Head Coach of the Swim team and Tennis team. Go Hawks! 
• Katherine McGee joins the leadership team as Director of Co-Curricular and Athletics Activities, providing oversight for extended-day programming, student activities, and the student development and culture components of our athletics and after-school programs.
• She officially started last Spring, but we look forward to Alisha Williamson completing her first full year as Director of Enrollment Management. The Admissions team has relocated to the first floor of the High School building. 

Important Dates

• Aug. 4–7: College Application Workshop for Seniors (Additional information will come from Erin Layton, College and Next Steps Counselor)
• Thursday, Aug. 6, at 7:15 p.m.: Back-to-School Evening at the Atlanta Braves Game
• Tuesday, Aug. 11, from noon to 2 p.m.: High School Meet & Greet (See details under In Case You Missed It)
• Thursday, Aug. 13, at 8:30 a.m.: First Day of School
• Thursday, Aug. 13, at 8:30 a.m.: First PA Parent Coffee (See details under All School News)
• Thursday, Aug. 13, from 8:30-9:30 a.m.: Welcome Back Breakfast
• Wednesday, Aug. 19: First Delayed Start. Classes begin at 10 a.m.
• Wednesday, Aug. 26, at 6:30 p.m.: High School Parent Information Night

Back-to-School Braves Game
Thursday, Aug. 6

High school students are invited to celebrate the start of the school year with a trip to the Atlanta Braves game on Thursday, Aug. 6. The game starts at 7:15 p.m., and drop-off at Truist Park will begin 6:30 p.m. (Third Base Gate by the Delta tail fin). Pick-up will be approximately 10 p.m. The cost is $30 per ticket. Students should meet faculty chaperones at the designated entrance prior to the game. Because space is limited, tickets must be purchased by Tuesday, Aug. 4. Click here to purchase tickets. Questions? Email LaToiya Williams-Jackson.