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Augusta School has the Highest Literacy Scores in Georgia for 2023 School Year

Author Darasha

As of Wednesday, September 20, C.T. Walker Magnet School has been recognized as Literacy Leaders in the state of Georgia. The students scored the highest scores in the entire state. The school is the first school in Richmond County to receive the Literacy Leaders recognition. They even got a banner to showcase their new title.

C.T. Walker is an elementary school and middle school based in Augusta. They offer kindergarten through fifth grade, along with sixth through eighth grade.

To receive this recognition, schools are being recognized for their English Language Arts scores on the 2022-2023 Georgia Milestones Assessment.

C.T. Walker, along with 154 other schools, met the qualification of becoming literacy leaders. They were also one of 70 schools to receive achievement recognition for their scores.

Just earlier this month C.T. Walker was also recognized as a part of the Top National and State Rankings. They ranked number 24 among Georgia elementary schools and number 50 among middle schools in the state.

Earlier this month, 3 other CSRA schools were ranked best in Georgia.  Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School came in at number 3 for the best public high school.

A.R. Johnson Magnet School landed at number 24 in the state.

Outside of Richmond County, Greenbrier High School in Columbia County, came in at number 47.

5 Physical Activities in Augusta That are Tailored Towards Homeschooled Kids to Keep Them Active

Are your kids homeschooled but you want a way for them to participate in art, P.E., music, and sports?

Sometimes with homeschooling, it’s easy to go through the regular academic work assignments and forget to put in that needed exercise. At most public schools, a full class is dedicated solely to some type of physical activity. Whether that is walking, dodgeball, running, etc.

Luckly, there are many CSRA activities that are geared towards kids who are homeschooled. This can easily accomplish the physical activity part of the day.

Kids must indulge in some physical activity for at least one hour every day. Implementing regular physical activities improves muscle strength and boosts endurance.

Establishing a consistent physical workout schedule during the homeschooling day doesn’t have to be difficult, especially with some of the ideas that are listed below. Physical activities can range from sports, a jog or bike ride around the neighborhood, etc.

For these classes listed below, most have a small number that are able to register for each class. Your kid will then be able to be in a small population setting. They will also have the opportunity for exercise lesson plans to be tailored to them. Not only does this activity have to stay during the school days, but your child may find interest in the activity and want to make it a part of their normal routine at home or a routine hobby.

Physical Activities for Homeschooled Kids in the CSRA

These community classes are also a great way for kids to get physical activities, when the parent or the homeschool instructor is not as physically active. It is also a chance for the kid to meet other kids in their age group. Which can be one of the experiences that may not happen as much since the child is homeschooled.

Check out these options below of upcoming community activities happening in Augusta that is tailored towards homeschooled kids.

See which they enjoy the best!

  • Make and Take Classes for homeschoolers - Augusta Locally Grown

    Augusta Locally Grown will start hosting a cooking class for those that are homeschooled. It is geared towards elementary and middle school ages, but all age groups are welcome.

    The class is set up into two time frames, either 10:00 am – 11:00 am or 11:30am-12:30pm

    🍝 Pasta Noodles – September 12th
    🍅 Tomato Pasta Sauce – September 19th
    🧀 Mozzarella – September 26th
    The classes will be located at the HUB and only $5 per participating person (25 participants max limit per class)

     

  • Homeschool Art - Kroc Center

    Homeschool Art just started up at the Augusta Kroc center. The class is open to ages 5-12 that are homeschooled and want the opportunity to get creative. The clases will take place every other tuesday.

    Scan the QR code above or visit augustakroc.org to enroll and secure your spot!

     

  • wellness wednesday - Columbia COunty

    wellness wednesday is for homeschooled students ages 5 -12. They are invited to join together for an hour long program that consist of 30 minutes of physical activity.

    Every Wednesday on the stage at Evans Towne Center Park and participate in activities such as karate, kids bootcamp, yoga, and more.

    For example a upcoming class is a dance class offered by Free Movement Dance Studio.

     

     

  • History and Sculpting - Jessye Norman School of arts

    Jessye Norman School of Arts also has an ongoing art session for homeschooled kids. A fitness class is also included.

  • Homeschool Science and Nature Club - Reed Creek Nature Park and Interpretive Center

    Reed Creek offers an educational based program for homeschoolers ages 5-11. For more, click here.

Darasha Singleton is a native of Augusta, Georgia who serves as the Digital Content Coordinator at Beasley Media Group. If you think there is nothing to do in Augusta, check her posts! You're sure to find something to do. Aside from work, Darasha enjoys going to the Saturday Market on the River and any local festivals.

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