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Established in 1909

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Why TFS?

We are committed to character development, academic excellence, service, leadership, and cultivating a culture of compassion and kindness that will positively impact our communities. By nurturing these qualities, students become beacons of light in the world around them.

 

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You Belong at TFS.

This is Us.

Here at TFS, no student is ever just one thing. From fourth grade through graduation, each student is a unique blend of talents, passions, goals, and dreams. Along the way, they are also shaping their character—building integrity, resilience, and compassion. Together, these qualities create powerful stories that reflect who they are and who they are becoming.

Maizee Fleming

Grade 6

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At TFS, I’ve discovered how much fun it is to try new things. I’d never played volleyball before, but now I’m a setter and a server on the A team. I also play soccer. Some of my favorite memories are simple—like snow tubing with friends. What stands out most, though, is how I’ve learned to be a good friend—treating people the way I want to be treated. Here, we find new hobbies together, we encourage each other, and we grow closer as friends.

Teagan Penland

Grade 11

At Tallulah Falls School, I’ve been able to dive into opportunities that match my interests. Like cross country, track and field, and swim—each offering its own sense of community and encouragement—to creative outlets like skate club, theatre, and music, I’ve found ways to stay active and connected. I started playing bass, and I actually have a class where I can practice and improve. I’ve even been given the chance to perform with friends. The student-led plays and productions are open to the entire school community, giving me a chance right here on campus to be involved in theater. Clubs like the skate club and the board games club add fun to it all, while FCA and Tri-M have allowed me to connect with other Christian athletes and fellow musicians. On top of all that, the academic rigor—especially through dual enrollment classes and the supportive WIN period gives me the tools to succeed. 

Joanna Miller

Grade 11

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Here at TFS, I’ve immersed myself in so many opportunities that have helped shape me. From playing softball and track and field to serving as a huddle leader for FCA and a member of NHS, Key Club, the recycle club, and the future health professionals club, I’ve discovered how to balance a busy schedule while staying focused. The support I receive from teachers makes it possible to succeed both in the classroom and on the field. Service opportunities through the NHS and Key Club have taught me the importance of caring for others. Being part of the future health professionals club has helped me to explore my long-term goal of entering the medical field. Track and field, in particular, has become a passion I hope to pursue at the collegiate level, and TFS has encouraged me to believe in myself and keep striving toward that dream. Here at TFS, I’ve been able to explore, grow, and truly see what my future could look like.

Jetzon Maclin

Grade 8

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At TFS, I get to explore so many different opportunities. Last year, I competed in Science Olympiad and built a scrambler—a car that could start and stop on its own while carrying an egg without breaking. This year, I’m excited about taking entrepreneurship and continuing to dive into science, where I’ve learned about the earth, our bodies, and how everything works together. The teachers here make learning interactive and personal, which makes it even more fun.
I’ve also been a sword fighter in the Madrigal, where I got to disarm someone and do a duel—it was a cool experience to perform with my friends. TFS has taught me how to live a good life: to treat others with kindness and respect, to pay attention to those around me, and to see who might need help. 

Josh Lander

Grade 11

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 One of the things I value most about Tallulah Falls School is the close-knit community. Because it’s a smaller school, it’s easy to connect with teachers and leaders who share my interests and are always willing to help me try new things and grow. Through theater, I’ve learned how to build strong bonds with others while working together to create a final performance. Being part of the robotics team has taught me how to make complicated concepts approachable for others, breaking down the stigma that technology is intimidating. As manager of the swim team, I’ve found a family-like environment where daily practices are filled with teamwork and perseverance. The NHS has given me the chance to serve both my school and the community, helping me see the importance of giving back. Altogether, TFS has provided me with a place where I can pursue my passions, build meaningful relationships, and grow as both a leader and a teammate.

Savannah Pastor

Grade 8

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At TFS, I’ve had the chance to try so many different things—basketball, equestrian club, even synchronized swimming. I’ve been in a play, I’m learning Spanish, and my favorite class so far has been seventh-grade history because we got to explore so many different eras. One of my best memories was our field trip to the Georgia Aquarium, where we took our time learning about all the incredible species, like sea anemones.

Before I came here, I was really shy. The smaller classes helped me open up and feel more comfortable. I’ve learned to be humble, to appreciate what I have, and most of all, to become more of who I really am while exploring all my interests.

Shine the Light.

At TFS, students encounter a world full of opportunity. It’s a place to take risks, grow as a leader, and explore new passions. Here, every student develops their talents, builds confidence, and becomes a positive beacon of light for the world. 

Ryan Anderson, Oier Linera Mallea & Gavin Simmons

Better Together: A Cord of Three Strands...

Ecclesiastes 4:12 states, though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken."

Meet Ryan Anderson, Oier Linera Mallea, and Gavin Simmons. Three sophomore individuals, but one tight bond that extends beyond the field of play and a cross country course or a track, depending on the season.

The trio push each other to greatness...

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A Helping Hand

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Tallulah Falls School students loaded up buses and spread out through the local community to lend a helping hand, and the timing could not have been better in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. In addition to serving local ministries and schools, students assisted with cleanup efforts and supply distribution throughout the area.  

On Tuesday, October 1, TFS fifth graders visited Get Real ministries in Baldwin. They picked up debris from the storm on the Get Real property. After a quick water break, they packed Halloween candy bags for the local community served by Get Real. 

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Left Unsaid

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TFS Performing Arts Director Jonathan Roberts suggested to Anderson and Wanner that they write a one-act play. The two spent the summer generating ideas and writing the script. The story came to life when they pulled out Anderson’s middle school journal, where she had created a basic plot line.

“I have always advocated for artists to create original work and encouraged students to find their voice,” said Roberts. “I recognized Lizzy and Katie's experience and skill set that might lend itself to them creating something from scratch - and they nailed it – they wrote it, and it is for their peers. That’s what makes it unique.”

Anderson said that the play is about finding friendship, finding your voice, and finding your place in the world and that it doesn't have to be a solo journey – you can do it with the help of others. “We also wanted to convey that it doesn’t matter if you win or lose; it matters who you affect,” she said.

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