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The Georgian-American School was honored to welcome chess grandmaster Bela Khotenashvili — a member of the Georgian national team, Under-16 World Champion, European Team Championship winner, multiple international tournament champion, and bronze medalist at the Chess Olympiad. During her visit, Bela answered students' questions, shared inspiring stories from her career, and conducted a simultaneous chess exhibition with eager participants. The visit was particularly meaningf

New Project Launch: "A Voice from the Past – Stories About Georgian Writers" | The Georgian-American School is excited to announce a new educational initiative designed to deepen students' connection with Georgian literary heritage. "A Voice from the Past – Stories About Georgian Writers" aims to introduce students to the lives and lesser-known stories of Georgia's literary figures while developing essential research and public speaking skills. Project Organizer: Tekle Mode

The Georgian-American School and Georgian-American High School Student Councils recently organized a highly successful photo contest , showcasing the creative talents of students across grade levels. Contest Winners: 1st place — Anisia Gartlidze 2nd place — Tuti Kelekhasashvili 3rd place — Magda Zurabashvili The first-place winner received a special prize of photography accessories to support her continued creative pursuits. Congratulations to all the winners, and sincere tha

Exciting Meetings at the Georgian-American School 3rd-grade students recently welcomed psychotherapist Nino Kandelaki for a special session focused on the power of storytelling and emotional well-being. Ms. Kandelaki read a therapeutic story to the children and discussed the importance of therapy in an age-appropriate way. Together, they analyzed the story's themes and messages, creating a thoughtful dialogue about emotions and self-awareness. Students enthusiastically shared

The Georgian-American School Eco Club Tradition Continues! The "Smart Electricity Use" informational campaign, launched last year, has become an annual tradition thanks to the Eco Club's ongoing initiative. Each year, new students join the campaign, designing creative posters and sharing simple yet impactful energy-saving tips with the school community. Small steps lead to big changes! #ეკოკლუბი #გონივრულიენერგია #ენერგიისდაზოგვა #ზრუნვაგარემოზე

Students Serve as Museum Guides at the Ilia Chavchavadze Literary-Memorial Museum 9th-grade students from the Georgian-American School recently stepped into the role of museum guides for a day at the Ilia Chavchavadze Literary-Memorial Museum . They led tours for their peers and other visitors, sharing insights into the life and work of one of Georgia's most celebrated writers and exploring the historic house where Chavchavadze spent significant years of his life. In prepar

On December 9, the Georgian-American School hosted Kote Gochelashvili , Director of Glasswork , for an engaging discussion on entrepreneurship and business leadership. The meeting was organized as part of the Citizenship Project at the initiative of 10th-grade students . Members of the Entrepreneurship Club , led by Ani Kvernadze, also participated in the session. During the visit, Mr. Gochelashvili shared valuable insights on: The importance of entrepreneurship in today's e

Meet the Great Minds: Discovering Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani As part of the ongoing project "Meet the Great Minds ," led by Georgian-American School librarian Tamar Chelidze , students gathered for an inspiring and educational session dedicated to the life and legacy of the renowned 18th-century thinker and fabulist Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani. During the event, fifth-grade students: explored Sulkhan-Saba Orbeliani's biography through an engaging presentation; read selections from his

Director and Screenwriter Guram Toidze Visits Georgian-American School The Georgian-American School hosted another engaging guest speaker! As part of the Civic Education project , at the invitation of class 11.1, director and screenwriter Guram Toidze (Toi) met with students for an open and candid conversation about choosing a profession. Toi shared his personal professional journey — how he got his start, the challenges he encountered, and what ultimately led to his success

Fourth Graders Welcome Georgian Television Star Nino Gachechiladze Our fourth-grade students were thrilled to welcome beloved Georgian film and theater actress Nino Gachechiladze to the Georgian-American School. The visit featured an engaging Q&A session, during which students asked thoughtful questions, all of which Nino answered with warmth and genuine care. Her inspiring message resonated deeply with the children: "Believe in your dreams and never spare the effort to achie

Successful Emergency Evacuation Drill Conducted at Georgian-American School Both buildings of the Georgian-American School successfully completed an emergency evacuation drill today. The exercise aimed to reinforce safety procedures and develop quick, coordinated response skills among students and staff. The school adheres to international safety standards, with student and staff safety remaining our highest priority.

Exciting news for our seniors! Representatives from ECUST (East China University of Science and Technology) visited the Georgian-American School to connect with our students exploring their next chapter. ECUST is one of Asia's Top Universities , based in the heart of Shanghai. We're especially proud that one of our own graduates is already thriving there - and we're committed to building even stronger bridges to outstanding universities across Asia. During the visit, studen

At the Georgian-American School, we believe that emotional well-being is just as important as academic success. This week, our school psychologist Nino Pirtskhalashvili led two powerful workshops designed to help students navigate their inner worlds and relationships. Our 10th graders explored "My Emotions" — a session focused on recognizing, expressing, and sharing what they're really feeling. It's about building emotional intelligence, one conversation at a time. Meanwhil

Our third graders just wrapped up autumn with the sweetest project. The kids built birdhouses with their own hands — cozy little homes where sparrows can stay safe and warm all winter long. With a little help from their parents, these handmade shelters will soon find their way into backyards and onto windowsills, giving our feathered friends a fighting chance through the cold months ahead. It's amazing how projects like this teach so much more than just building skills. They

"The coolest people in the world are children — and the coolest children are those who love to draw." (© Zaliko) The Georgian-American School regularly welcomes outstanding professionals from various fields who share their expertise with students and help them see the world from a fresh perspective. On November 18, we had a very special guest — the artist Zaliko Sulakauri! Energetic, positive, and full of humor, he captivated our students with fascinating stories, answered th

Did you know that germs multiply very quickly on unwashed hands? Our first graders had a special visit from the school doctor, Ms. Manana Giunashvili, who taught them the proper way to wash their hands. Frequent and proper handwashing protects us from many illnesses. Soap + water = best friends!

The Georgian-American School regularly invites accomplished professionals from various fields to share their experiences with our students. This time, we explored: Democratic and non-democratic regimes Authoritarianism and totalitarianism 9th-grade students from both programs attended the session. Mr. Giorgi Tavartkiladze , an international law specialist, led an engaging discussion on different political systems, their key differences, and their impact on today's world. Sess

Preparing for the Future: Study Abroad Research Project Our American Diploma Program students dove deep into an important topic—housing options for studying abroad! Students researched and presented on "On-Campus & Off-Campus Housing," exploring what student life looks like at universities around the world. The project generated so much interest that 9th graders Marita Gurgenidze and Elizabeth Lindsley took it a step further and created a video to share their findings wit

"There lives within me a child who does not want to grow up." — Astrid Lindgren Today at GAS, we celebrated the beloved author's birthday in true Lindgren style—with imagination, joy, and a touch of magic! Our school corridors came alive with butterflies, Emil, Karlsson, and other cherished characters. The energy was so contagious that even our teachers felt like kids again! Highlights from the day: Grades 3–5 created animated illustrations and wrote heartfelt letters to Ast

What an incredible day! FC Dinamo Tbilisi players visited Georgian-American School, bringing joy, inspiration, and unforgettable moments to our students. The excitement and smiles said it all—this was a day our students won't forget! A huge thank you to FC Dinamo Tbilis i for making this happen! 🙌 #DinamoTbilisi #GAS #UnforgettableDay #StudentInspiration