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2027–28 Financial Aid Applications Are Open

Financial aid applications for the 2027–28 school year opened on Sept. 15. Families seeking financial assistance must complete The Howard School's Financial Aid Application through the FACTS Grant & Aid Website.

All financial aid applications and supporting materials must be fully submitted by Tuesday, Dec. 15.

For additional details regarding the application process and requirements, review The Howard School's Tuition & Financial Assistance Page.

Volunteer for Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week

Oct. 19-23

The Parents Association wants to show appreciation to The Howard School's faculty and staff, who pour their hearts into supporting students every day! To show gratitude for their dedication, the Parents Association is planning a special Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week, but additional parent support is needed to make the week a success.  

A variety of flexible volunteer opportunities and drop-off shifts are available throughout the week to fit any schedule. A variety of volunteer opportunities and time slots are available. Parents who are interested in helping can review open roles and sign up through SignUpGenius.

Game Schedule

Volleyball

• Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 4:30 p.m.: Varsity Volleyball vs. Cumberland at The Howard School
• Wednesday, Sept. 23, at 4 p.m.: Middle School Volleyball (A Team) at Paideia 
• Thursday, Sept. 24, at 4:30 p.m.: Middle School Volleyball (B Team) v. St. Benedict’s at The Howard School 
• Thursday, Sept. 24, at 5:30 p.m.: Middle School Volleyball (A Team) v. St. Benedict’s at The Howard School
• Monday, Sept. 28, at 4:15 p.m.: JV Volleyball v. Academe of The Oaks at St. Philip AME
• Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 3:30 p.m: Middle School Volleyball (B Team) v. Atlanta International School at The Howard School
  Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 4:30 p.m: Middle School Volleyball (A Team) v. The Children's School at The Howard School
  Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 5:30 p.m.: Varsity Volleyball v. Mill Springs at The Howard School 
  Thursday, Oct. 1, at 4:30 p.m.: Middle School Volleyball (A Team) v. Annunciation Day School at The Howard School
  Thursday, Oct. 1, at 5:30 p.m.: Middle School Volleyball (B Team) v. Ridgeview at The Howard School 
  Thursday, Oct. 1, at 4:30 p.m.: Varsity Volleyball at Tapestry (DeKalb Campus)

Soccer

• Thursday, Sept. 24, at 4:30 p.m.: Middle School Soccer at Davis Middle School
• Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 3:45 p.m.: Middle School Soccer v. Swift at East Roswell Park
• Thursday, Oct. 1, at 4:30 p.m.: Middle School Soccer v. Annunciation Day School at The Howard School 

Cross Country

• Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 3:30 p.m.: Varsity Cross Country Meet at Mill Springs
• Thursday, Sept. 24, at 4:30 p.m.: Middle School Cross Country at Brook Run
• Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 4 p.m.: Varsity Cross Country Champs at Mill Springs
• Thursday, Oct. 1, at 4 p.m.: Middle School Cross Country at Suggs Memorial Park

Flag Football

• Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 4:30 p.m.: Varsity Flag Football vs. Cumberland at The Howard School 
• Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 4:30 p.m.: JV Flag Football at Mill Springs
• Tuesday, Sept. 29, at 5:30 p.m.: Varsity Flag Football at Mill Springs
• Thursday, Oct. 1, at 4:30 p.m.: Varsity Flag Football v. Tapestry at Silverbacks Park

Bowling

• Friday, Sept. 25, at 4 p.m.: Bowling v. Mill Springs Academy at Roswell Bowlero
• Friday, Oct. 2, at 3 p.m.: Bowling Champs at Bowlero Norcross

Field Day 2026 is This Week

Friday, Sept. 25, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

It’s almost time for everyone's favorite day of the year, Field Day! Families received an email from Lead Physical Education Teacher Lauren Lukowski with details for the upcoming Field Day. Below is a summary of the email:

• Students need to wear their team color and athletic shoes to school and should put on sunscreen prior to arrival.
• Bring a refillable water bottle.
• Lunch will be provided, in addition to a salad bar. Sage will also have nut-free and gluten-free snacks.
• If a student brings lunch from home, please label the outside of the lunchbox with their team color, student's name, and teacher's name. This also applies to snacks from home.
• A sweet treat will be served at the end of the day.

Questions may be directed to Julie McCord ([email protected]) or Lauren Lukowski ([email protected]).

Have You Signed Up For The Howard School's Dyslexia Dash Team?

Saturday, Oct. 17

The Howard School wants to build the largest team in the entire race at the International Dyslexia Association (IDA) Georgia Dyslexia Dash on Saturday, Oct. 17. Whether you run, walk, strut, or soar across that finish line, every Hawk's presence matters.

Lock In Your Discount and Beat the Price Hikes:

Joining The Howard School Team gets you $5 off your 5K in-person race registration. How to join before prices go up:

• Early Bird Deadline: Ends Oct. 9 at 11:59 p.m.
• First Price Increase: Begins Oct. 10
• Second Price Increase: Race day, Oct. 17

How to Join the Team:

• Visit the Dyslexia Dash Registration Page.
• Select Sign Up to begin registration.
• Choose Groups/Teams, search for The Howard School, and select the team to join.

Volunteer at Our Sponsor Tent

Not running or walking this year? You can still be a crucial part of our victory! Parent volunteers are needed to help coordinate our tabling, hand out Hawk swag, and keep the energy high. Visit the sign-up page for opportunities.

Important Dates

• Friday, Sept. 25: Field Day
• Wednesday, Oct. 7-9: Lower School Conferences (No School for Students)

Important Dates

• Friday, Sept. 25: Field Day
• Wednesday, Oct. 7-9: Middle School Conferences (No School for Students)

Important Dates

• Friday, Sept 18, from 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.: High School Juniors and Seniors Attend Mill Springs Probe Fair
• Friday, Sept. 25: Field Day

HS Parent Coffee with the High School Principal

Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Join High School Principal Michael Powell on Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 8:30 - 9:30 a.m. for an informal opportunity to connect with leadership, ask questions, and receive updates. Space is limited, so families are asked to RSVP.

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