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RELATIONSHIPS • RELEVANCE • RIGOR
A 20-year legacy of scholars, innovation, and community.
DeKalb Agriculture Technology & Environment, INC. has been transforming K-8 education in Stone Mountain, GA since 2005 — building inquisitive scholars through hands-on, STEM-driven learning.
| OUR STORY
Who we are and why we exist.
D.A.T.E. Academy was founded on a simple but powerful belief: that students learn best when they are active participants in their own discovery. We are a community of highly engaged families and inquisitive scholars who excel academically through STEM-based learning – with a unique emphasis on agricultural production, technological innovation, and environmental sustainability.
Our curriculum is built on the conviction that the greatest classrooms in the world. Every grade level at D.A.T.E. weaves agriculture, technology, and environmental science into core academics, so learning never happens in isolation.
For 20 years, we have prepared scholars to think critically, act boldly, and lead with purpose. That work continues every day, in every classroom, in every garden row, and in every line of code our students write.
| OUR VALUES
Relationships
family, community, and belonging at the center of everything we do
Relevance
real-world, hands-on learning that connects to students’ lives
Rigor
academic excellence and high expectations for every scholar
Innovation
rooted in agriculture, technology, and environmental discovery
Community
engaged families and scholars who show up for one another
Discovery
curiosity-driven inquiry that never stops asking why
| 20-YEAR LEGACY – DR. WILLS
Two decades of extraordinary leadership
Under the foundational leadership of Dr. Wills, D.A.T.E. Academy grew from a bold vision into a nationally recognized institution. His 20-year tenure shaped the culture of the school, expanded its programs, earned STEM accreditation, and built a community of families and scholars who continue to carry that legacy forward.
Dr. Wills’ commitment to innovation, equity, and excellence set the foundation that D.A.T.E. Academy stands on today. We honor that legacy not just in name — but in everything we do.
20
Years of Leadership
K-8
Grades Established
STEAM
Accreditation Earned
| FACULTY & STAFF
The people who make it all happen.
D.A.T.E. Academy’s dedicated educators bring expertise, passion, and deep commitment to every classroom, every grade, and every scholar.
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
Admins
Specials
Tech
| BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Guiding D.A.T.E. Academy’s mission and future.
Our board of directors provides strategic guidance, financial oversight, and community accountability to ensure D.A.T.E. Academy continues to serve scholars and families at the highest level.
Dr. Joe Ani
Parent/Finance Chair
Faye Garrett
Education Chair Committee
Stefani Carter
Parent/Board Secretary
Reginald Barrino
Environmental Chair
Darold Honore, Jr.
Parent/Faculty Development and Retention Chair
| AWARDS & RECOGNITION
The results speak for themselves.
U.S. News Best Elementary & Middle Schools 2025
Nationally recognized for outstanding academic achievement and school quality.
STEAM Accredited School
Certified excellence in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.
Georgia Milestones 2025
Strong academic performance across all grade levels in the state assessment.
Media Arts & Financial Literacy
Certificates of excellence in specialized program areas awarded to outstanding students.
| IMAGE GALLERY
Life at D.A.T.E. Academy.
Ready to join the D.A.T.E. community?
Take a campus tour and see what makes D.A.T.E. Academy one of Georgia’s best schools — or start your enrollment application today.