GA is a PreK-12, coed, nonsectarian day school in Fort Washington, PA

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I love GA because everyone learns from each other! – Rich Schellhas, Head of School - I love GA because of the sense of community. – Charley Harmar ’67 - I love GA because the teachers think of really cool things to do and my friends are very kind. – Grace H. ’28 - I love GA because my kids receive an amazing education and we have joined a wonderful community! - I love GA because it has the most caring and supportive teachers and staff! - I love GA because it supports the development of my child’s “independent voice.” - I love GA because the administrators and faculty members build strong and lasting relationships with our children that even extend to our families. – Carol Momjian & Michael Hanamirian P ’13, ’15, & ’18 - I love GA because my children love their school experience and they are well prepared for life after GA. - I love GA because we have happy and engaged students! – Sue Szczepkowski, Head of Lower School - I love GA because the teachers always encouraged my work and especially my writing. I was so well prepared for college that it was not new or intimidating to me. – Fred Stuart ’61 - I love GA because I get to spend my days with thoughtful, compassionate, and curious third graders who make me smile each and every day! – Marnie McDonald, 3rd grade teacher - I love GA because of its strong community and forever friends. – Kristen Buckler ’00 - I love GA because of the sense of community is so rich that whether you are here for two weeks or forty years, GA is a part of you forever. – Karin Fortwangler ’06 - I love GA because it gave me friends for a lifetime. - Danika Gottbrecht ’13 - I love GA because of our wonderful memories and friendships that have lasted through the years. – Michael Schurr ’80 & Susan Schurr ’80 - I love GA because it made a difference in my education. – Richard Taxin ’66 - I love GA because of the loyal teachers, administrators, and staff who were committed to creating an environment conducive to the most effective learning for its hard working students. – Evan Gross ’97 - I love GA because it enriched my life in countless ways and gave me a foundation for lifelong learning. - Steve Christy ’90 - I love GA because of how well it prepared me for college and my career. – Quinn Cunningham ’02 - I love GA because it made me who I am today. – Margaret Whitman ’00 - I love GA because it helped my daughter develop the self-confidence and the talent to pursue her dreams. – Christina Derbyshire ’97, P ‘16


For 24 hours on February 14 we will be celebrating our annual
I Heart GA campaign! On this day, YOU are encouraged to show your love for GA with a gift to the Annual Fund and celebrate the people, moments and memories that make our school special.

Annual Fund contributions provide the opportunities and resources that are at the heart of the GA experience.

Make your Annual Fund gift today!
The generosity of our entire community has always been, and will remain, critical to continuing what you and our current Patriots love about our school!