(September 2, 2026) – The LEARNING Foundation of Georgia invites parents, educators and community stakeholders to participate in the search for the inaugural Head of School for the Learning Academy of Northwest Georgia. As part of the interview process, finalists will visit Dalton on Sept. 4 and Sept. 9 (updated from Sept. 11) to meet with the search committee, board members and community leaders. We encourage interested community members to attend the public presentation portion of each candidate’s visit to learn more about their vision for the school and provide feedback.


Community Presentation
Time: 3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
Location: Boys & Girls Club of Northwest Georgia, 1013 Underwood Street, Dalton
Audience: Parents, educators and community stakeholders

During the presentation, each candidate will share their educational philosophy, leadership experience, and vision for establishing the Learning Academy of Northwest Georgia as an innovative, student-centered school serving families across the region. The community’s input is an important part of selecting the visionary leader who will help launch this unique educational opportunity for Northwest Georgia. We hope you will join us to meet the candidates and learn more about the future of the Learning Academy.

The Learning Academy of Northwest Georgia is a new tuition-free public charter school scheduled to open in fall 2027. The academy will combine classical education, dual-language immersion, and a Finnish-inspired approach to outdoor and experiential learning. For additional information about the Learning Academy of Northwest Georgia, visit the school website at learningacademynwga.org/.

    For more information, visit www.learningacademyofnwga.org.