Athens Academy

This week a group from the Athens Academy boys' basketball team is enjoying a trip to Vienna, Austria! They've been busy practicing several hours each day but have still found time to visit beautiful sites including St. Stephen’s cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the Danube Canal, and they even had the chance to see an opera. They're also enjoying the delicious pizza, sausage, ice cream and Vienna’s famous Sacher Torte chocolate cake. Thank you to the Rutledge family for coordinating this great opportunity for our student-athletes!

Last Friday we celebrated Middle School Honors Day for the Class of 2030 as they graduated to Upper School! It was a special day for the students, their families, and their teachers, and the ceremony capped off another great year on Spartan Lane.

Have a great summer, Spartans!

Tomorrow marks John Thorsen’s "last day of school" after twelve years of faithful leadership to Athens Academy, and we have had the best time celebrating him throughout this year.

From handwritten letters and signed books to silly socks, ice cream parties, ornaments, receptions, and countless heartfelt moments, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends have found meaningful ways to thank John for the care, commitment, and steady leadership he has given this school community.

These gestures, both big and small, reflect the sincere gratitude so many people feel for John and Laura. Athens Academy is better because of his leadership, and while he will be greatly missed, we are thankful for the lasting impact he leaves behind. 💚

(And in case anyone is wondering, John will still be around this summer until the end of June...but tomorrow is his last last day of school.)