ACTIVE Academies Cherokee

Our partner in education, RestorABLE Recreation Therapy Services, joined us today to guide our students through a fun and engaging activity. It was a great way for students to learn, connect, and enjoy some hands-on fun!

Congratulations to our Partner of the Year, Ridgeline Floors! We’re grateful for their amazing support and were proud to see them recognized at yesterday’s ceremony! Thank you to Ashley Grier and the entire team for all you do for our students! 💙

We are honored to recognize Sara Samson as our Support Person of the Year! Although she no longer has a student attending Active Academy, Sara has continued to show unwavering support for our school and staff at ACTIVE. She has truly been the heart that helped keep our PTSA together, always stepping up, encouraging others, and ensuring our school community stayed connected. Her generosity, dedication, and genuine care for our students and staff have made a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful for all she continues to do. 💙

A huge congratulations to our incredible cafeteria team! 🎉

Cafeteria Manager Olga Ortiz, along with KJ and Lorelei, earned a perfect 100 on their Health Department inspection!

Their hard work, dedication, and commitment to keeping our kitchen clean, safe, and running smoothly does not go unnoticed. We are so proud of this team and grateful for everything they do to serve our students each day.

Recently, Charity Guerradini visited Active Academy to talk about her experience as a small business owner and entrepreneur. Charity is the co-owner of Mission Escape, an escape room experience in North Georgia that creates puzzle adventures for families, groups, and community events.

In the short video below, she shares how she started her businesses, what it’s like to be an entrepreneur, and why listening to the needs of your community can help you build something meaningful.

Take a few minutes to watch the video and hear her story.

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Digital Learning Day is Tomorrow!

Students, don’t forget to log on tomorrow, March 10th for Digital Learning Day! Make sure you check your classes, complete your assignments, and stay on top of your work.

Even though you’re learning from home, it’s still a great day to stay engaged, be productive, and make the most of your learning!

Huge thank you to Sharon and Hannah from Williamson Bros. Bar-B-Q for spending the afternoon with our Transition Academy students! They shared amazing insights about owning and running a business, as well as being a strong employee. Our students loved learning from real experts in our community!

Happy National School Social Work Week! 💙

At ACTIVE, we are beyond grateful for our incredible school social workers! Every single day, we have the privilege of working alongside these compassionate, dedicated professionals as they serve students from their home zones who attend ACE.

They advocate fiercely, support wholeheartedly, and show up consistently for our students and families. Whether it’s connecting resources, navigating challenges, or simply being a steady, caring presence — they make a lasting difference in the lives of the students we serve.

Thank you for your partnership, your heart, and your unwavering commitment to helping our students succeed. We celebrate you this week and always! 💛✨

Yesterday, Charity Gherardini from Mission Escape: Cartersville spoke to Transition Academy students about small businesses and entrepreneurship. She encouraged positive work readiness skills and answered student questions. We appreciate Ms. Gherardini’s willingness to provide her insight about local businesses!

Step Right Up to Our School Job Fair at River Ridge High School! 🎡

The fair isn’t just about funnel cakes and Ferris wheels this year… it’s about YOUR future! 🌟 We’re bringing BIG opportunities with us!

Join a team that makes a difference every single day. Whether you’re passionate about working with students, supporting families, or being part of an energetic school environment, we’d love to meet you!

✅ Learn about open positions
✅ Meet our amazing team
✅ Discover the benefits of working in our district
✅ Find out how you can impact the next generation

We’re looking for caring, motivated, and enthusiastic individuals ready to jump in and make a difference. From classrooms to offices, support roles to specialized positions — there’s a place for YOU!

📍 Find us at River Ridge High School
400 Arnold Mill Rd Woodstock, GA 30188
⏰ 9A-11:30A

Come for the rides, stay for the opportunity! 🎢💼
Bring your resume, bring a friend, and bring your excitement — we can’t wait to connect with you!

The Holly Springs Optimist Club made their annual visit to Transition Academy to host a Valentine’s cookie decorating activity and distribute personalized Valentine’s cards. We sincerely appreciate their continued partnership and ongoing support of our students. ❤️

Active Campus is a unique place built on creative solutions for student success—and none of it would be possible without our incredible counselors.

Alina Saavedra and Natalie Botts are the heartbeat of Active Academy.
They speak life into students, challenge them to be their best, support staff with energy and patience, and partner with families to turn needs into real academic opportunities.

We are truly honored to have them on our side every single day. They make this place better. We appreciate you both more than words can say and hope you’ve felt the love all week during School Counselor Appreciation Week.

Drop a comment below and help us celebrate Alina and Natalie—let them feel the same care and support they give Active every day