Weber’s 11th-grade class stepped out of the classroom and into history with a guided tour of Atlanta’s Old Fourth Ward, exploring the landmarks that shaped Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s life and legacy. Led by Unexpected Atlanta, students visited Ebenezer Baptist Church, the King Center, and other significant sites, deepening their understanding of the Civil Rights Movement and its lasting impact. 

Through the Office of Student Support and Wellness, Jordan Crawford, Director of Student Support and Wellness, and Rosie Grinzaid, Associate Director of Student Social and Emotional Support, have built a comprehensive approach to Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) that meets students where they are, growing with them as they progress through high school.

Kol Hakavod to Weber’s Mock Trial Team, who placed 2nd at the 2025 Regional Competition! Several team members earned individual honors for their outstanding performances: Kayla Furie and Layla Magnus received Outstanding Witness awards, while Jackson Powers and Miely Lev were recognized as Outstanding Attorneys. A special shoutout to Daniella Zalik and Ari Gordon, who were honored for their incredible four-year commitment to the Mock Trial Team—an achievement that reflects dedication, skill, and countless hours of preparation.

The Weber School’s Theatre Program made history last week, taking center stage at Georgia Thespian Conference 2025 (ThesCon) as a featured Conference Show with its production of Pippin. Performing on the Riverside Mainstage at Columbus State University, our students delivered two sold-out performances to packed audiences of over 300 fellow theatre students, educators, and professionals—and brought the house down both times.

What do Zoe Toporek (‘17), Bennett Ginburg (‘04), Greg Fetter (‘12), and Ali Cohen (‘20) have in common? All four Weber alumni are making their mark at The Home Depot’s corporate office!

This past Sunday, The Weber School proudly partnered with Shabbat Across Atlanta, a citywide initiative uniting Jewish homes in the spirit of connection, tradition, and community. As part of this collaboration, The Daniel Zalik Academy of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Design (DZA), housed in The Weber School, hosted a hands-on, creative exploration of Shabbat rituals, providing a meaningful way for participants to prepare for their Shabbat celebrations.

The Weber School’s ninth-grade students recently stepped into the world of Romeo and Juliet for an immersive day of Shakespearean study, performance, and creativity. Organized by English teacher Vanessa Reid, with support from Dean of Studies and Faculty Mentoring Hannah Chapple and senior Tali Horwitz, the event transformed the classic tragedy into an interactive experience, engaging students beyond the traditional classroom setting.

Kol Hakavod to the Weber JV Girls Basketball team for an exciting season so far! This talented group of athletes, led by Coach Janitsha Williams, has demonstrated resilience and determination on the court, earning well-deserved recognition for their efforts.

Kol Hakavod to Senior Soccer Captain Matan Avdar-Rubin on being named to the GACA A-AAA Private School Preseason All-State Team! 

Weber’s newly formed Women in Sports club hosted its first major event, bringing together students and faculty to engage with two accomplished women in the field of sports: Ms. Lorain Price, Senior Associate Athletic Director for Academic Services at Indiana University Bloomington, and Dr. Brianna Ward, Director of Sport Psychology at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The event marked an exciting step forward for the club, which aims to empower female athletes and foster important conversations about sports, mental health, and leadership.