Media release from Northwest Georgia Charter Academy:
The beloved Pinto Bean Luncheon has a new name and a new time, but its rich tradition remains the same! Now called the Pinto Bean Education Celebration, the event has been moved from lunchtime to the evening to ensure that more families, students, and working community members can take part in this annual gathering.
This year’s Pinto Bean Education Celebration will continue its mission of honoring the continued tradition of community. As the Northwest Georgia Charter Academy continues to work to bring a free public education option to the area. They are inviting you to come meet their Governing Board members, ask questions, meet their future school leader and look over their State petition that was submitted March 14,2025.
“The change from a luncheon to an evening celebration allows more of our community to participate and keep this cherished tradition alive,” said [Cassie Potts, Governing Board Secretary]. “We’re excited to continue sharing the history and importance of education where it all began, while making the event more accessible for families and students.”
WHEN: Thursday, March 20, 2025
4-6:30pm EST
WHERE: Cave Spring Community Center Proposed Site for NW GA Charter Academy
WHO: Cave Spring Community Coalition (founder of NW GA Charter Academy)
WHY: To celebrate education and learn more about the proposed FREE PUIBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL to serve Rome, Floyd and Polk counties.
To meet members of the NW GA Charter Academy board, including Dr. Dawn Williams, future school leader
To view the charter petition submitted to the State Charter Schools Commission (SCSC) of Georgia which includes educational model and curriculum, importance of family engagement and community partnerships
TICKETS AT DOOR: $10 dollars with children (under 10) eating free with one paid adult
QUESTIONS: 706-346-5688
For more information, visit: www.nwgacharteracademy.org
Email: info@nwgacharteracademy.org
Call: 706-346-5688
