Come see all that First Presbyterian Preschool & Pre-K in Savannah has to offer. Attend an  open house on March 24th from 6-7 pm for new prospective parents and students to see a First Presbyterian Preschool classroom, learn about the curriculum and get to know the teachers.

520 Washington Ave.
Savannah 31405
912-351-0609

First Presbyterian Preschool and Pre-K offers a morning program 9 AM-1 PM in a loving, nurturing atmosphere for children ages 1 (walking) through 4. The school is open daily & parents may choose a two, three, or five day schedule.

Spaces available for the 2015-16 school year.

For interested families, extended care options are available five days a week in the morning and after school.  Early Drop Off is available from 8:30-9:00 for all children.  Fun Bunch from 1-2:30 for children that are potty trained.

During the summer, two three week “Camp” sessions are offered.

Visitors are invited to come by and see the classrooms, meet the teachers and ask questions.

Learn more here. 

FOLLOW WHAT SOUTHERNMAMAS.COM SAYS ABOUT FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL HERE.

First Presbyterian Preschool, 520 Washington Ave., Savannah 31405, tel. 912.351.0609, http://fpcschool.com/ 

St. Andrew’s on Wilmington Island is pleased to announce that Taylor Eling and Camille Wixon were selected as National Merit Finalists for 2015.

Each fall over 1.5 million juniors take the PSAT and approximately 50,000 of those students with the highest Selection Index scores qualify for recognition in the National Merit® Scholarship Program. In September of their senior year, these high scorers are notified that they have qualified as a Semifinalist. To advance to the Finalist stage, semi-finalists submit an application and essay, SAT scores, grades and recommendations. A committee from the National Merit Program selects those who qualify as finalists.

Congrats to these two amazing young women.

For more information on this Pre-K 3 through 12th Grade school, visitwww.saintschool.com  or call 897.4941.

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, 31410. 912.897.4941, email admission@saintschool.com On Facebook here.   On Twitter here. St. Andrew’s is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Risen Savior Christian Academy in Pooler offers preschool for ages 2, 3 and 4 year olds, Kindergarten and Grade 1. A Grade 2 will be added in school year 2015-2016 with additional grades added every school year.

Stay connected to Risen Savior Christian Academy by liking their Facebook page here. 

Risen Savior Christian Academy, 1755 Quacco Road, Pooler, Ga. 313122, 912.925.9431 Risen Savior Christian Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Prospective Families are invited to St. Andrew’s Lower School’s annual “A Passport to Knowledge” on Monday, February 23 at 1:30PM @  St. Andrew’s  School on Wilmington Island

Each grade has selected an educational theme, bringing that theme to life in the classroom.

This program provides a unique look at the School’s Pre-K3 through Grade 4 classrooms.

For more information or to make a reservation, call 897.4941, x. 452.

For more information on this Pre-K 3 through 12th Grade school, visit www.saintschool.com  or call 897.4941.

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, 31410. 912.897.4941, email admission@saintschool.com On Facebook here.   On Twitter here. St. Andrew’s is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Maggie’s Morning School in Savannah opened registration this week for the FREE Bright from the Start lottery-funded Pre-K program for the coming school year 2015-2016.

A few Pre-K spots remain but will fill up quickly.

Pre-K registration is taken on a first come first served basis. So please register as early as possible

This free, state-funded Pre-K is open to all children who are 4 years old by Sept. 1.

Parents need to bring proof of birth  and proof of residency.

Maggie’s Morning School is open Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. School starts Monday August 10 2015.

For the school year, Maggie’s serves children ages 18 months (by Sept 1) through 3 classes of State-Funded (FREE) Pre-K. Maggie’s Morning School in Savannah offers part-time preschool for 4-year-olds.

Maggie’s currently has ONE Tues/Thursday opening in Preschool (3’s and 4’s) for right now (this current school year)

Call (912) 352-8404 or (912) 352-8065 for more info or click here. Tell them SouthernMamas.com sent you!

Stay connected by “liking” Maggie’s Morning School on Facebook here.

Maggie’s Morning School, 6610 Abercorn St., Savannah, 31405, www.maggiesmorningschool.org,  On Facebook here. (912) 352-8404, (912) 352-8065 Maggie’s Morning School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Come see all that Risen Savior Christian Academy in Pooler has to offer.

You’re invited to an open house, 10AM-Noon Sat. Jan. 31.  Risen Savior Christian Academy offers preschool for ages 2, 3 and 4 year olds, Kindergarten and Grade 1. A Grade 2 will be added in school year 2015-2016 with additional grades added every school year.

Come tour the classrooms, meet the teachers and learn the curriculum.

Stay connected to Risen Savior Christian Academy by liking their Facebook page here. 

Risen Savior Christian Academy, 1755 Quacco Road, Pooler, Ga. 313122, 912.925.9431 Risen Savior Christian Academy is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Childcare Network – known as the “Working Parent’s Best Friend” – offers nurturing, quality care for an affordable price.

Childcare Network provides care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years and includes USDA Approved meals & snacks.

Each of their programs follows a structured curriculum and all of our friendly staff are state-qualified. You can rest assured your children are safe, having fun and learning everyday while in Childcare Network’s care.

Childcare Network also offers a “Before & After School” program for school-age children, with transportation provided to and from local elementary schools.

To see a full list of Childcare Network locations in the Savannah area, please click here.

Childcare Network,  350 Johnny Mercer Dr., Savannah 912-897-3888 http://www.childcarenetwork.com/metro/Savannah On Facebook here. On Twitter here. Childcare Network is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Open House Today Jan. 14.

JEA Preschool Savannah will host an open house for prospective families on Wednesday, January 14th at 10:00 am

Don’t miss this opportunity to tour JEA Preschool’s dynamic learning spaces and meet their wonderful staff.

Come get a peek at Savannah’s premier early childhood education program.
912-355-8111 – preschool@savj.org – 5111 Abercorn Street; Savannah, GA 31405

JEA Preschool Savannah admits students of any race, color, national, racial or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

JEA Preschool Savannah, Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31405 912-355-8111. On Twitter here. JEA Preschool Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Childcare Network – known as the “Working Parent’s Best Friend” – offers nurturing, quality care for an affordable price.

Childcare Network provides care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years and includes USDA Approved meals & snacks.

Each of their programs follows a structured curriculum and all of our friendly staff are state-qualified. You can rest assured your children are safe, having fun and learning everyday while in Childcare Network’s care.

Childcare Network also offers a “Before & After School” program for school-age children, with transportation provided to and from local elementary schools.

To see a full list of Childcare Network locations in the Savannah area, please click here.

Childcare Network, 7360 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah 31406, 912-662-0421 http://www.childcarenetwork.com/metro/Savannah On Facebook here. On Twitter here. Childcare Network is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

The Pooler MOPS will host their free Annual Educational Fair on Wednesday, January 28, 2015, from 9:30 AM – 1 PM at the First Presbyterian Church of Pooler.

The Educational Fair features preschools, public school representatives, private schools, homeschool co-ops, early intervention programs and more.

Choosing an educational route can be confusing. At the fair parents can find out about the Chatham County lottery, explore preschools, check out private schools or find a homeschool group.

If a family is looking for education options for their little ones in the Savannah and surrounding area, this is the event to attend.

The following schools/organizations have confirmed plans to attend: Bible Baptist School, First Steps, The Habersham School, Kids Connection Preschool/Countryside Baptist, The Learning Treehouse in Rincon, Little Miracles Learning Center in Bloomingdale, Memorial Day School, FACES Homeschooling Co-op, Risen Savior Christian Academy, Growing in the Son Early Learning Christian Academy at Savannah Christian Church, Savannah Christian Preparatory School, Savannah Country Day School, St. Frances Cabrini, Trinity Preschool, a Chatham County public school representative for answering questions about the lottery and the public school options, Babies Can’t Wait(Early Intervention program), Teach Right, Preschool Intervention Program, The Sandbox Children’s Museum of Hilton Head, Classical Conversations homeschool group.

And more schools and organizations are being added daily!

For more information about the free Pooler MOPS Educational Fair, check the Pooler MOPS Facebook page here or contact Christine Darulla at PoolerMops@gmail.com.

Pooler MOPS Educational Fair
@ First Presbyterian Church of Pooler
1115 Hwy 80 East, Pooler, 31322
9:30AM-1PM Wed. Jan. 28

Pooler MOPS is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

Growing in the Son Early Learning Christian Academy at Savannah Christian Church will begin Pre-Enrollment for all current students and their siblings beginning January 12th.

Enrollment for new students will begin on February 2nd.  Scholarship applications will also be available during this time. Applications are available in the GIS Administrative Office or online.

Open Houses for Prospective Students

Growing in the Son Early Learning Christian Academy will host two Open Houses for prospective students for the 2015-2016 school-year.

Open House for Pre-k (4 yr. old) students and Kindergarten students will be held on January 20th at 10AM.

Open House for 2 and 3 year olds will be held on January 21st at 10AM.

Both meetings will be held in the Coffee Bar at Savannah Christian Church, 55 Al Henderson Blvd. A tour of classes will be provided. For further information, please contact Michele Newsome or the GIS Administrative Office at (912) 629-7494 or (912) 629-4734.

Growing in the Son Early Learning Christian Academy at Savannah Christian Church, 55 Al Henderson Blvd., Savannah, GA, (912) 629-7494 or (912) 629-4734,  www.growinginthesonacademy.com Growing in the Son is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

This is a must for those of you in the Bluffton/Hilton Head Is. SC area with children entering preschool next school year: a free Preschool Fair to learn more about preschool options in the area.

The MOMS Club of Bluffton/Hilton Head is hosting the Preschool Fair, noon-2PM on February 7 2015 at the Bluffton library @ 120 Palmetto Way Bluffton, SC 29910. Several preschool directors will be available to talk to parents about curriculum and preschool options in the Bluffton/Hilton Head area.

This is a free event that is open to the public.

More information is available at www.bhhmoms.webs.com

Learn more about St. Andrew’s  School on Wilmington Island at an Open House 2015,  Jan. 11 2015, 1:30 PM for prospective families looking for age 3 through grade 12.

St. Andrew’s is an independent International Baccalaureate World School committed to being a leader in 21st Century teaching and learning, which includes a curricular focus on creativity, communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and character.

For more information on this Pre-K 3 through 12th Grade school, visit www.saintschool.com  or call 897.4941.

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, 31410. 912.897.4941, email admission@saintschool.com On Facebook here.   On Twitter here. St. Andrew’s is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Looking for the ideal preschool for your child?

JEA Preschool Savannah  will host an open house for prospective families Sunday, February 8th 2015 at 3:00 pm

Don’t miss these opportunities to tour JEA Preschool Savannah’s dynamic learning spaces and meet their wonderful staff.

Come get a peek at Savannah’s premier early childhood education program!

912-355-8111 – preschool@savj.org – 5111 Abercorn Street; Savannah, GA 31405

JEA Preschool Savannah admits students of any race, color, national, racial or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

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About JEA Preschool Savannah

JEA Preschool Savannah opened its doors in August 2013. The school, which serves the needs of children ages 16 months through 4 years, focuses on the social, emotional and cognitive growth of young children in a Judaic setting. The core curriculum is led by qualified and experienced teachers. Extended hours are available daily. For more information on JEA Preschool Savannah, please call 912-355-8111 (ext. 215), email preschool@savj.org or click here .

JEA Preschool Savannah, Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31405 912-355-8111. On Twitter here. JEA Preschool Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Childcare Network – known as the “Working Parent’s Best Friend” – offers nurturing, quality care for an affordable price.

Childcare Network provides care for ages 6 weeks to 12 years and includes USDA Approved meals & snacks.

Each of their programs follows a structured curriculum and all of our friendly staff are state-qualified. You can rest assured your children are safe, having fun and learning everyday while in Childcare Network’s care.

Childcare Network also offers a “Before & After School” program for school-age children, with transportation provided to and from local elementary schools.

To see a full list of Childcare Network locations in the Savannah area, please click here.

Childcare Network, 7360 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah 31406, 912-662-0421 http://www.childcarenetwork.com/metro/Savannah On Facebook here. On Twitter here. Childcare Network is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

JEA Preschool Savannah  is pleased to announce the opening of another dynamic classroom in January 2015, allowing for the additional enrollment of 4 year old children.

(Children must have been 4 years of age on or before September 1, 2014.)

Please contact Director Jodi Sadler to schedule an immediate tour, as spaces are limited. Don’t miss this opportunity to enroll your child in Savannah’s premier early learning center!

JEA Preschool Savannah is located at the Jewish Educational Alliance community center at 5111 Abercorn Street.

JEA Preschool Savannah admits students of any race, color, national, racial or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

912-355-8111 – email preschool@savj.org – 5111 Abercorn Street; Savannah, GA 31405

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About JEA Preschool Savannah

JEA Preschool Savannah opened its doors in August 2013. The school, which serves the needs of children ages 16 months through 4 years, focuses on the social, emotional and cognitive growth of young children in a Judaic setting. The core curriculum is led by qualified and experienced teachers. Extended hours are available daily. For more information on JEA Preschool Savannah, please call 912-355-8111 (ext. 215), email preschool@savj.org or click here .

JEA Preschool Savannah, Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31405 912-355-8111. On Twitter here. JEA Preschool Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Looking for a Savannah preschool for next fall that has a proven history as a well-established, quality preschool? Check out First Christian Preschool, which was formed in 1952 by Carolyn S. Jordan and has been in continuous operation since that date.

First Christian Preschool of Savannah
711 E. Victory Drive, Savannah

The preschool – located on Victory Drive in the Savannah’s Ardsley Park –  serves 15 mths to 4-year-old children and is in session from 9AM to noon Monday through Friday. First Christian Church members receive a 25% discount on tuition.

First Christian Preschool provides an environment that is warm and welcoming so that your child will feel safe and comfortable. Classrooms are bright and inviting so your child will be excited about learning and will be prepared for kindergarten. Most of all, your child will have a lot of fun and be involved in meaningful play. Play is a child’s “work” and it is through play that a child learns to be social, to solve problems, to be independent and to be creative.

The preschool employs the Unit Approach Curriculum. It is designed to meet appropriate skill levels for each age group.

The school offers a Spanish program as part of the curriculum for the 3 and 4-year-olds . Music is incorporated into daily activities in the classrooms and all classes come together Friday mornings for music.

Children participate in two school-wide programs, one at Christmas and an end-of-the-year program. A Thanksgiving feast, carpool and lunch bunch, and early birds are other activities that are a part of the preschool program.

Some of the activities all of students participate in are:
Fall Festival
School Wide Pajama Party
Dessert with Daddy
Mother’s Day Tea
Graduation Program
Friday Morning Music

The preschool includes Christian principles in its program, teaching the children the Christian values of loving, sharing, being kind to one another

Visitors are welcome. First Christian Preschool staff  look forward to meeting you and your children.

For more information, please call Mrs. Sarah Marquez at 912-234-3149 or email firstchristianpreschool@yahoo.com

First Christian Preschool, 711 E. Victory Drive, Savannah, 31405, 912 234-3149,   https://www.facebook.com/pages/First-Christian-Preschool/153225621412477?fref=ts First Christian Preschool is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.

Come see all that Hancock Day School has to offer.

The private Savannah pre-K to eighth grade school will have an admissions preview tour, 9 AM Wednesday Nov. 12 at the school’s campus at 6600 Howard Foss Dr. Please call 912.351.4500 to make a reservation or email Kay Odom at KOdom@hancockdayschool.org

Meanwhile, check out this informative video about Hancock:

Hancock Day School video

Pre-K and 8th grade admission testing dates by appointment:

Sat. Jan. 10 2015
Sat. Jan. 24 2015

Other upcoming admission preview tour dates:

9AM Wed. Dec. 3 2014
9AM Wed. Jan. 4 2014

Hancock Day School, www.hancockdayschool.org, 6600 Howard Foss Drive, Savannah, 31406 tel. 912-351-4500 email: kodom@hancockdayschool.org On Facebook here. On Twitter here. Hancock Day School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Come see all that Hancock Day School has to offer.

The private Savannah pre-K to eighth grade school will have an admissions preview tour, 9 AM Wednesday Jan. 14 2015 at the school’s campus at 6600 Howard Foss Drive.

Please call 912.351.4500 to make a reservation or email Kay Odom at KOdom@hancockdayschool.org

Pre-K and 8th grade admission testing dates by appointment:
Sat. Jan. 10 2015
Sat. Jan. 24 2015

Upcoming admission preview tour dates:
9AM Wed. Jan. 14 2014

Hancock Day School, www.hancockdayschool.org, 6600 Howard Foss Drive, Savannah, 31406 tel. 912-351-4500 email: kodom@hancockdayschool.org On Facebook here. On Twitter here. Hancock Day School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

St. Andrew’s School – a private school on Wilmington Is. in Savannah – invites prospective families to a Lower School Open House, 10 AM Sat. Dec. 6 2014 at the school campus at 601 Penn Waller Road, Savannah, 31410.

The open house will include parent tours with a Q&A as well as winter crafts and fun for ages 3 through Grade 4.

Call 912.897.4941 ext 452 to make your reservation.

St. Andrew’s is an independent International Baccalaureate World School committed to being a leader in 21st Century teaching and learning, which includes a curricular focus on creativity, communication, critical thinking, collaboration, and character.

St. Andrew’s School received recognition as one of the most challenging high schools in the nation. This marks the third year in a row for the Savannah private school to receive the honor.

For more information on this Pre-K 3 through 12th Grade school, visit www.saintschool.com  or call 897.4941.

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, 31410. 912.897.4941, email admission@saintschool.com On Facebook here.   On Twitter here. St. Andrew’s is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser. 

Searching for the perfect preschool for your child?

Check out JEA Preschool Savannah , located at the Jewish Educational Alliance community center at 5111 Abercorn Street.

JEA Preschool Savannah serves children ages 16 months through 4 years.

This popular new, centrally-located midtown preschool is open to both JEA members and non members.

The preschool offers 2 & 3 day programs for ages 16 months through 2 years and a 5-day program for ages 16 months to 4 years.

For more details, click here. 

Please call 912-355-8111 (ext. 215) or email preschool@savj.org for more information.

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Scholarships Available for Pre-K Students

JEA Preschool Savannah is a part of the ALEF Fund program, which offers scholarships to Pre-K students.

The ALEF Fund is a Georgia Tax Credit Student Scholarship Organization. The JEA Preschool Savannah is able to distribute the dollars collected through the ALEF Fund to Pre K families for the upcoming school year.

These funds greatly subsidize current tuition for the four year old core and afternoon program fees.

Families who want to learn more about applying for the ALEF Fund scholarship should contact Jodi Sadler at Jodi@savj.org or 355-8111.
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About JEA Preschool Savannah

JEA Preschool Savannah opened its doors in August 2013. The school, which serves the needs of children ages 16 months through 4 years, focuses on the social, emotional and cognitive growth of young children in a Judaic setting. The core curriculum is led by qualified and experienced teachers. Extended hours are available daily. For more information on JEA Preschool Savannah, please call 912-355-8111 (ext. 215), email preschool@savj.org or click here .

JEA Preschool Savannah, Jewish Educational Alliance, 5111 Abercorn St. Savannah, 31405 912-355-8111. On Twitter here. JEA Preschool Savannah is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

The Secretary of the U.S. Department of Education, Arne Duncan, recently named Savannah Christian Prep Middle School as a 2014 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence based on the consistent, academic excellence displayed by the students and teachers.

Savannah Christian Prep is one of only 50 private schools and 287 public schools to win this award, the highest achievement that any school can earn.

This marked the second time in just three short years that Savannah Christian Prep has captured the Blue Ribbon award based on outstanding academic achievement measured by standardized test scores and other indicators of success. Winning twice within three years is an exceptional honor and is one not duplicated in our area.

To learn more about Savannah Christian Prep, plan to attend one of the school’s open houses:

Open Houses @ the Chatham Parkway campus, 1599 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, 31408.

LOWER SCHOOL PreK – 5th Grade
Thursday, November 13th 4:30 pm Special Time for our K3 children
Thursday, November 13th 6:30pm
Thursday, December 4th 9:30 am
Tuesday, January 13th 9:30 am

UPPER SCHOOL 9th – 11th Grade
Monday, November 17th 6:30 pm

Open Houses @ the DeRenne Avenue campus, 2415 East DeRenne Avenue • Savannah • 31406

LOWER SCHOOL PreK – 5th Grade
Tuesday, December 2nd 9:30 am
Thursday, January 15th 9:30 am

MIDDLE SCHOOL 6th– 8th Grade
Thursday, November 20th 6:30 pm

Savannah Christian Preparatory School, 1599 Chatham Parkway, Savannah, 31402 www.savcps.com  tel. (912) 234-1653, email info@savcps.com On Facebook here. On Twitter here.  Savannah Christian Preparatory School is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser 

FREE REGISTRATION IN OCTOBER & NOVEMBER 2014 FOR TWO AND THREE YEAR OLDS!

Mention you read about Childcare Network in Savannah on SouthernMamas.com to receive free registration during October & November 2014 for children ages two & three.

Childcare Network
7360 Hodgson Memorial Drive
Savannah GA 31406
Hours: Monday – Friday 6:30 am – 6:30 pm
Ages: 6 weeks – 12 years
Phone: 912-662-0421

Childcare Network #21 on Hodgson Memorial Drive in Savannah is currently accepting new enrollments in their premiere preschool programs for two and three year olds. Children enrolled in these programs will follow a themed curriculum, which is tailored to each child’s development. Healthy USDA breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided in addition to potty training assistance. The two and three year old teachers know that partnering with parents of children at this age is very important, the children are eager to explore, ready to learn, and extremely active. We want to help Savannah families by providing a safe, educational, and fun environment for their children while they are at work.

Call Childcare Network to find out more information about the two and three year old programs mentioned above. They’d love to give you a tour and tell you about all of the exciting possibilities available to you and your child when you join the Childcare Network Family!

Below is an example of Childcare Network’s two and three year old curriculum email that you will receive once you are a parent to keep up with your child’s learning each month. This is just one part of the many components of their premiere preschool program.

Childcare Network, 7360 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah 31406, 912-662-0421 http://www.childcarenetwork.com/metro/Savannah On Facebook here. On Twitter here. Childcare Network is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser

Bring A Friend To School
Tuesday, October 14 2014
Students in grades 1 – 12 are invited to spend a day at St. Andrew’s School – a private school on Wilmington Is. in Savannah . See what an education beyond textbooks & classrooms looks like. Call 897.4941 to make a reservation.

St. Andrew’s School recently received recognition as one of the most challenging high schools in the nation. This marks the third year in a row for the Savannah private school to receive the honor.

St. Andrew’s School, 601 Penn Waller Rd, Savannah, 31410. 912.897.4941, email admission@saintschool.com On Facebook here.   On Twitter here. St. Andrew’s is a SouthernMamas.com advertiser.