Education

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Atlanta

St. Mary’s Academy student earns global award for work in technology and community building

St. Mary’s Academy student Keaton Garcia is a 2026 international finalist for the FIRST Leadership Award. The Fayetteville junior was chosen for success in robotics and community outreach, and will represent the school at the FIRST World Championships in Texas.

• Chesterton Academy marks inaugural swim season  

  

  Published March 19, 2026

  Chesterton Academy of Atlanta competed in the Georgia Independent Athletic Association (GIAA) with an inaugural swim season.

• Young scholars shine at archdiocesan spelling bee, theology bowl

  

  By NATALIA DURON
  Published February 24, 2026

  Students from the Archdiocese of Atlanta’s Catholic schools competed in a spelling bee and theology bowl during Catholic Schools Week.

• Holy Redeemer’s Flores honored for tireless work ethic, unwavering love 

  

  By NATALIA DURON, Staff Writer
  Published February 24, 2026

  Holy Redeemer School’s honoree of the year is Alma Flores, a facilities staff member there for nearly two decades. Principal Jill Rice called Flores’ dedication “a living testament to the values we cherish.”