During the month of January, GWA upper school students had opportunities to gain real-world experience or study non-traditional topics during a two-week intensive winter term titled "Dawg Days."
During this time, students took a departure from their regular courses and curriculum and had the choice to participate in one of the following options for a two-week period:
Internships
Internships give students the opportunity to explore potential college majors and career pursuits by participating in a wide variety of internships at businesses, law offices, courts, medical practices, hospitals and even the Centers for Disease Control.
Travel
George Walton Academy’s Winter Term travel opportunities offer students immersive, hands-on learning experiences beyond the classroom. These trips encourage personal growth, cultural awareness, and global perspective through destinations both domestic and international. Students return with lasting memories, strengthened friendships, and a deeper understanding of the world around them.
Partner School Exchange
GWA students will travel to our partner school in Metz, France and Barcelona, Spain for a four-week exchange.
Educational Trips:
January 2026 - New Zealand, Germany, Austria and Switzerland, Quito, Galápagos, and New York and Boston.
On Campus Capstone Learning Experiences:
- Life Skills
- Community Service
- Shark Tank
- Atlanta Experience
- Mythology
- Escape Room
- Exploring Walton County