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Hawks Give Back

At The Heritage School, we believe in the power of learning beyond the classroom, and our students actively participate in local community events that embody this philosophy. Through volunteering, skill-building, and contributing to our local community, our students engage in transformative experiences. Whether they're volunteering at charitable initiatives, honing their talents by selling art at local markets, or taking part in community projects, our students learn the value of empathy, leadership, and social responsibility. 

Our volunteer initiatives culminate with our annual Drop Everything and Serve day! Following a half-day of classes, our students divided into groups and spread throughout the community to engage in various service projects.

Partnering with local nonprofits including Tools of Empowerment, City of Hope, One Roof, Georgia Baptist Senior Citizen Center, Wesley Woods, RiverLife, Samaritan's Clinic, Christian City, Keep Newnan Beautiful, and Bridging the Gap, our students dedicated their time to impactful endeavors. From yard work to assembling flu kits, crafting Valentine's Day gift bags, repairing tools, and organizing food donations, our students embraced every task with enthusiasm and dedication.

These real-world opportunities extend their learning, fostering personal growth and a deep connection with the world around them. We take pride in nurturing well-rounded individuals who are actively engaged in their communities, embodying the spirit of lifelong learning and civic engagement.

2023 - 2024 Community Service Projects

A member of the Lower School SGA smiles as she packs a cup of rice for the Rise Against Hunger Project.
SGA Volunteers at Food Bank!

Lower School SGA members worked with the Rise Against Hunger Project to help pack meals for those in need.

Student reads to their Grand Buddy at Westhill Retirement Home.
First Grade Reads to "Grand Buddies"

In a special collaborative program with Westhill, First Graders read a self-selected book to one of the residents that they call their Grand Buddy! 

A Heritage Cheerleader and Joseph Sams School Cheerleader smile and embrace as they cheer togther for a basketball game
Heritage School partners with The Joseph Sams School

The Heritage School formed a partnership with the Joseph Sams School located in Fayettville, Georgia to provide students with a chance to give back to their community and learn from others who have different needs from their own. Students from the Joseph Sams School joined Heritage Students for basketball games and cheering fun! 

4th Grade students show off signs made to help sell Trail Mix. These students hold a Trail Mix Fundraiser every year to raise money for One Roof to purchase pajamas for other Newnan children.
Trail Mix Sale

4th Grade students show off signs made to help sell Trail Mix. These students hold a Trail Mix Fundraiser every year to raise money for One Roof to purchase pajamas for other Newnan children. 

1st grade students create care packages for Heritage Alumni
Care Packages

Every year, our 1st grade students create care packages for our most recent Heritage Alumni to give them encouragement during their first finals week. 

Group of Upper School Students sit at table to write Thank You letters to Veterans.
Vet Letters

Every year, the Heritage student body writes "Thank You" letters to veterans to be sent during Thanksgiving. 

Student wears cape and makes superhero pose on Cape Day
Cape Day

Every year, Lower School students participate in St. Jude's Cape Day event and raise money for childhood cancer research. 

Two Upper School Students hold encouraging signage at the annual Angel Run.
Angel Run

Members of Key Club volunteer for the annual Angel House Run. These students cheer on the runners, volunteer at the water station, and help distirbute medals. 

2024 Drop Everything & Serve

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by clearing trees and shrubbery at the Heritage School campus

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by clearing trees and shrubbery at the Heritage School campus

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by organizing donations at a local food bank

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by organizing donations at a local food bank

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by planting trees for Keep Newnan Beautiful

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by planting trees for Keep Newnan Beautiful

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by creating care packages for local citizens

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by creating care packages for local citizens

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by delivering care packages to local senior citizens

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by delivering care packages to local senior citizens

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by delivering care packages to local senior citizens

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by delivering care packages to local senior citizens

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by cleaning tools for Tools of Empowerment

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by cleaning tools for Tools of Empowerment

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by cleaning tools for Tools of Empowerment

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by cleaning tools for Tools of Empowerment

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by creating chalk drawings at City of Hope

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by creating chalk drawings at City of Hope

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by creating chalk drawings at City of Hope

Students participate in Heritage School's 2024 Drop Everything and Serve Day by creating chalk drawings at City of Hope

Community Events

Closeup photo of encouragement cards designed by Heritage Lower School Students