Congratulations to SCCPSS students named 2025 Georgia Governor’s Honors Program finalists & alternates

Eleven Savannah-Chatham County Public School System students have been named Georgia Governor’s Honors Program (GHP) Finalists & Alternates. GHP is a coveted residential summer program for skilled, knowledgeable, and talented high school rising juniors and rising seniors. Congratulations to these SCCPSS finalists & alternates!

Finalists

John Lemburg – Social Studies – Jenkins High School

Aranza Pereira – Social Studies – Jenkins High School

Laura Varner – Communicative Arts – Savannah Arts Academy

Ryon Coleman – Music/Piano – Savannah Arts Academy

Cailey D’Aguillo – Music/Voice: Soprano – Savannah Arts Academy

Gracie Miller – Music/Woodwind: Clarinet – Savannah Arts Academy

Ashley Carnes – Music/Woodwind: Flute – Savannah Arts Academy

Madden Holmes – Social Studies – Savannah Arts Academy

Valerie Flores – World Languages/Spanish – Savannah Arts Academy

Alternates

Samuel Barrow – Music/Strings: Violin – Savannah Arts Academy

Leathan Warner – Music/Woodwind: Clarinet – Savannah Arts Academy

Learn more here.

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Fairy & Gnome Festival 2025 @ Oatland Island Wildlife Center, Savannah

Come to Oatland Island Wildlife Center in Savannah for a day of enchantment – Fairy & Gnome Festival – on May 10, 2025 10am-2pm.

This family-themed festival is all about the “wee folks” getting up close with the natural world and encouraging imaginative outdoor play. 

Dress in costume and flaunt your wings in our fashion show; mine for gems; frolic in the enchanted forest  and help construct a fairy village. 

Free and paid activities and concessions. Proceeds go to feeding Oatland’s animals. No outside vendors! For more information call Oatland at 912-395–1500 or learn more here.

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Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano has been offering Kindermusik in the Coastal Empire for over 22 years

Join Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano for a free introductory music & motion class  – just text ‘FREE CLASS’ to 912-432-5885 and they’ll get you set up with a class time that works for you!  

Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano has been offering Kindermusik to the Coastal Empire for over 22 years:  come experience the joy and magic of learning through music with your child!  

Infants younger than 10 weeks old are always completely free!  

For more info, visit kindermusikwith88keys.com.  Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends. 

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Free Mental Health Services for Savannah-Chatham County public school students

The Savannah-Chatham County Public School System will partner with Hazel Health, a pediatric telehealth provider for K-12 schools, to offer students access to mental health care services at no cost. Hazel uses therapeutic processes delivered by licensed therapists. Through Hazel Health, students will be able to access virtual Mental Health and Wellness support. This service is an extension of in-person services offered through our Wellness Center and is provided at no cost to SCCPSS students and families.

Teletherapy appointments at home will be available for all district students, especially when students are unable to access the SCCPSS Wellness Center.

Teletherapy appointments will be available at home and at school at the campuses listed below:

• Butler Elementary School
• Garden City Elementary School
• Gould Elementary School
• May Howard Elementary School
• Pooler Elementary School
• Southwest Elementary School
• West Chatham Elementary School
• White Bluff Elementary School
• Windsor Forest Elementary School
• Godley Station K-8 School
• Hesse K-8 School
• New Hampstead K-8 School
• Pulaski K-8 School
• Rice Creek K-8 School
• Southwest Middle School
• West Chatham Middle School
• H.V. Jenkins High School
• Sol C. Johnson High School
• New Hampstead High School
• Windsor Forest High School

A parent/guardian may refer their student. Students must have parent permission to enroll for services unless they are 18 or older.

Learn more here.

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Discounts on 2025 summer camps @ Advanced Academics Academy, Pooler

Advanced Academics Academy in Pooler is offering discounts on their summer camps for ages 2-12.

Learn more here

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Preschool Gymnastics Camp @ Summit Gymnastics, Savannah

Yes, there are active summer preschool camps in Savannah!

Check out the themed-preschool gymnastics camps @ Summit Gymnastics in Savannah for ages 3-4 year old children.

Camps are 9AM-Noon June 16-20 and July 14-18. Cost: $150/week.

Questions? Email victoria.summitgymnastics@yahoo.com

Learn more here.

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Junior Ranger Day 2025 @ Fort Pulaski National Monument, Savannah

Come to Junior Ranger Day @ Fort Pulaski National Monument on Saturday, April 27 2025 to celebrate Fort Pulaski National Monument’s Centennial! From 10 AM to 4 PM, you can participate in several kid-friendly activities and hear the roar of cannon demonstrations! You’ll even have a chance to enlist in the Army, drill as a soldier, and play Civil War games!

Want to earn a special edition Centennial Junior Ranger badge? Just fill out Fort Pulaski’s activity booklet or participate in an activity.

Schedule of Events

10AM – 4PM – Ongoing Kids Activities in the Fort
10AM – Ranger-Guided Nature Walk
11AM – Cannon Demonstration
11:15AM – Soldier School and Civil War Games
1PM – Cannon Demonstration
1:15PM – Soldier School and Civil War Games
2PM – Jr. Ranger Cannon Drill
3PM – Cannon Demonstration
3:15PM – Soldier School and Civil War Games 

YMCA of Coastal Georgia Hosts Annual Healthy Kids Day®, Saturday, April 26

The YMCA of Coastal Georgia invites families to join in the celebration of Healthy Kids Day®, a free, annual event aimed at promoting health and wellness among children and families. Ten of our branches across Coastal Georgia will either host or celebrate the event, generally taking place from 10am to 2pm. Each branch will offer unique activities tailored to the community it serves.

Please click here to find out branch-specific offerings.

As part of the festivities, the YMCA will kick off the summer season and provide families with more information about summer camp and aquatics programming. Come enjoy interactive games, educational workshops, and classes during Healthy Kids Day!® 

Event Details: 

What: The YMCA of Coastal Georgia invites families to celebrate Healthy Kids Day®, a free, annual event featuring a day of fun-filled activities to celebrate kids being kids.

When: Saturday, April 26, generally from 10am to 2pm, depending on the branch. (Find details here.)

Where: Across YMCA branches throughout Coastal Georgia. Please click here for specific branch activities.

YMCA of Coastal Georgia operates 11 units, in Bulloch, Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, McIntosh and Glynn Counties including:

Effingham YMCA
Golden Isles & McIntosh YMCA
Habersham YMCA
Islands YMCA
Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA
Richmond Hill YMCA
Tybee Island YMCA
West Chatham YMCA

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Summer Camps 2025 @ Scribble Art Studio, Savannah

Sign up your little artists for Summer Camp 2025 @ Scribble Art Studio, 212 E. 37th St., Savannah.

Camp is weekly Monday-Friday from May 27-Aug. 8 2025 for ages 5-14.

Summer Art Camp is five days of total art time! Drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture & fiber arts table. All art materials included. There will be two instructors staffed for camp.  Every staff member has experience in teaching youth art classes and guide with positive reinforcement.  

Sign up online here.

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Savannah Stage Company Performing Arts Camp 2025

BRAVERY. IMAGINATION. GROWTH.

Join Savannah Stage Company for in-person arts camps at a price you can afford!

Savannah Stage Company’s Performing Arts Camp is available for rising 3rd-10th graders and is led by professional actors and improvisors. Campers rehearse diving into the unknown, creating characters and saying yes! Grow your confidence, expand your imagination, and build up your bravery. Performance on final Friday at 2pm!

Use coupon code EARLYBIRD2025 for 15% off!

Register online here.

Questions? Email michelle@savannahstagecompany.co

Children’s Swim Lessons with British Swim School of Savannah

British Swim School of Savannah is proud to offer swim lessons at Chatham Parkway and Port Wentworth.

From infants to adults, our goal is to help every swimmer build confidence, learn essential water survival skills, and have fun doing it — all with highly trained, caring instructors.

Find the location that works best for you and join the BSS family today!  

Spots are filling fast—sign up today here.

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Golf lessons for women @ Savannah Indoor Golf Club

If you have ever wanted to learn to play golf without your husband trying to teach you, do we have a class for you!

Starting Tuesday, April 22nd at 6:30pm, the Golf Swing Studio will host a 7-week ladies group to learn how to play golf.

You don’t need clubs just a fun and easy going attitude.

To learn more, visit www.New2Golf.com or call/text Coach Paul at 912-655-9119 for additional details.

What are you waiting for… ask a girlfriend to try it too and learn together while reconnecting.

Learn more here.

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Join the Savannah Children Choir’s 2025 Summer Camp, Find Your Voice!

June 9 – 13th at Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship in Savannah.

Learn More and Sign up on our Website

On the last day of camp we will all put on a concert to share what we have learned in lessons and practiced in rehearsals. All families and friends are invited! Join us for a summer performance experience you will always remember!

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7 Ways To Commit To Success & Finish The School Year Strong

As we approach the end of the school year, it’s not too late to help your child finish the school year strongly!

If your student is struggling, there are things you can do to get them back in the game. 

Savannah Chatham Public School System shares seven things you can do to help your student commit to success BEFORE summer here.

See the 7 Ways to Commit To Success here.

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Junior Golf Camp 2025 @ Savannah Indoor Golf Club

Juniors can experience golf like never before @ Savannah Indoor Golf Club this summer.

Savannah Indoor Golf Club has three Trackman golf simulators and a 320+ sq ft putting green, so juniors have multiple learning tools at their disposal.

The environment offers a perfect blend of golf skill development, coupled with the use of technology that today’s youth enjoys.

The team at Savannah Indoor Golf is excited to offer this fun, engaging and new summer camp experience for young golfers! They understand how to blend traditional golf with this new and exciting method and look forward to seeing your junior golfer this summer.

Classes are from 9AM – noon each week. 2025 Camps dates are: 

June 2nd – 6th

June 23rd – 27th

July 7th – 11th

July 28th – August 1st

Learn more and sign up here.

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2025 Books, Blankets and Family Fun @ Daffin Park, Savannah

Join Savannah-Chatham Public Schools for BOOKS, BLANKETS, AND FAMILY FUN to celebrate literacy, reading, and STEAM education.

There will be music, games, food trucks, guest readers, and much more!

Books, Blankets & Family Fun is Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Daffin Park in Savannah and it’s free.

Learn more here.

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Wicked Theme Tumble Summer Camp @ Savannah Sharks

Sign up your child for Wicked Theme Tumble Camp @ Savannah Sharks @ 1686 E. President St. in Savannah. Camp dates: July 28-31 205. For ages ages 7 & older.

Sign up here.

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Sharkie School Summer Camp 2025 @ Savannah Sharks

Time to sign up for summer camps 2025 @ Savanah Sharks.

Sharkie School Summer Camp 2025 is for ages 3-5, June 2-5 & Aug. 4-7. Sharkie School Summer Camp is 9am-1pm.

It’s located at the Savannah Sharks gym, 1686 E. President St. in Savannah.

Learn more and sign up here.

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Princess Camp Summer Camp 2025 @ Savannah Sharks

Time to sign up for summer camps 2025 @ Savanah Sharks.

Princess Camp for ages 3-8 will be July 7-10 2025.

Learn more and sign up here.

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Kindermusik classes for ages 0-7 in Savannah

Kindermusik with 88 Keys Piano offers music & motion classes for ages newborn to 7 years old and their caregivers!  

Come try a free class and watch your child blossom as they experience the magic of learning through music!  

To try a free class, text “FREE TRIAL” to 912-432-5885 or visit kindermusikwith88keys.com.  

Kindermusik…A Good Beginning Never Ends.

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April 2025 Short Train Rides @ Georgia State Railroad Museum, Savannah

Take your kids on a train ride in April.

Georgia State Railroad Museum in Savannah will offer short train rides on Wednesdays-Sundays during April 2025.

Train rides are at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, & 3pm.

Schedule is subject to change. Please call ahead: 912.651.6823.

Learn more here.

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Grand Opening of new Summit Gymnastics facility on Eisenhower Drive

Come celebrate the new Summit Gymnastics facility on Eisenhower Drive in Savannah (in the former Toysmart) on Monday May 17, 10AM-1PM.

The Summit Gymnastics Grand Opening will feature at giant ninja inflatable, water slide and other water activities, raffle drawing, kona ice, obstacle courses.

Sign up for Summer Camp at the Grand Opening and receive 10 percent off.

Sign up for classes at the Grand Opening and receive 10 percent off,

Already signed up? Bring a friend to sign up and receive 10% off.

Learn more about Summit Gymnastics in Savannah here.

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Children’s Swim Lessons with British Swim School of Savannah

Spring into Swim Lessons!

Spring is here, and there’s no better time to dive into water safety!

As the weather warms up, pool days, beach trips, and summer vacations are just around the corner. Ensure your little one is confident and water-ready with British Swim School’s expert-led swim lessons!

*Fun & Safe Learning Environment
*Small Class Sizes for Personalized Attention
*Water Safety Skills for All Ages

Don’t wait for summer to start swimming! Secure your spot now and give your child a life-saving skill that lasts forever.

Find a class near you & sign up today!

Spots are filling fast—sign up today here.

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2025 Easter Cruise Brunch with the Easter Bunny with Savannah Riverboat Cruises

Get ready for a hopping good time on the 2025 Easter Brunch Cruise!

Join Savannah Riverboat Cruises on Sunday, April 20th, at 12 PM for a festive celebration filled with your favorite breakfast and lunch entrees. Savor delicious food while cruising through the beautiful historic Savannah!

Bring the whole family and enjoy a special appearance by the Easter Bunny, plus live narration by the Captain from the top deck. It’s the perfect way to celebrate Easter Sunday together!

Don’t miss your chance to brunch with the Easter Bunny on the Savannah River!

*Delicious Easter Brunch

*Meet & Greet with the Easter Bunny

*Egg-citing surprises onboard

Seats are filling up FAST—secure your spot before it’s gone

Spots are limited, so don’t wait—secure your tickets today online here.

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Find Your Adventure at YMCA of Coastal Georgia’s Summer Camp!

Summer camp enrollment is now open at YMCA locations across Georgia. There’s no better place for your child to experience fun, friendship, and adventure. At YMCA day camp, your kids will make new friends and have tons of fun as they experience new adventures, outdoor games, and creative activities every day.

Don’t wait—spaces are filling up fast! Find your Y and enroll today here.

Let the adventure begin!

YMCA of Coastal Georgia operates 11 units, in Bulloch, Bryan, Chatham, Effingham, Liberty, McIntosh and Glynn Counties including:

Effingham YMCA
Golden Isles & McIntosh YMCA
Habersham YMCA
Islands YMCA
Liberty County/ Armed Services YMCA
Richmond Hill YMCA
Tybee Island YMCA
West Chatham YMCA

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Low Country Counseling in Savannah

The best way to teach our kids about emotions…and what to do with them..is to have a good understanding of the basic feelings that we all experience.

Find a breakdown of emotions to help enhance our understanding here.

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Contact Low Country Counseling for any questions you need answered or to schedule an appointment. Help is available. You are not alone! Call 912-503-5744 or send a message here.

Learn more here.

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