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Where We Serve: Atlanta

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Life in the City

Atlanta is a great place to go out to a relaxing dinner or to paint the town (or both). From hanging out at the Vortex in eclectic Little Five Points or chatting on the patio at Neighbors to dancing the night away in Buckhead, there’s something for everybody in this city.

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Atlanta

The Atlanta community is all about choices: various places of worship, diverse social opportunities, and an array of shopping, entertainment, and sporting events. And, thanks to the Hartsfield International Airport, Atlanta is only two hours away from 80 percent of the United States.

Our community is lucky enough to live in a perfect 3-bedroom, 2-bath house in residential Atlanta. In addition to a breakfast area and living room, we have a large “rumpus” room (mostly used for grading and relaxing) that is perfect for hosting any ACEr who misses their connecting flight at Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. Our handy landlord lives just next door, our parish is 5 minutes up the street, and I-85 is spitting distance from our house.

Teachers Serving This Community

  • Nicholas Brandt

    Nicholas Brandt | ACE 19

    Teaches Middle School Language Arts at St. Peter Claver

    Why did you say 'yes' to serving with ACE?

    After years of being served by others, I felt it was finally time to step up to the plate and give to those in need. ACE just so happened to fit my kind of service model, combining service with two other crucial aspects: community and teaching. ACE is the perfect concoction: a challenge to lead, a family of support, and a source of enrichment through academic engagement. I could not find a better, more holistic approach to professional development, spiritual maturation, and social integration anywhere else. So, in all truth, saying yes to ACE was a "no-brainer."

    Background

    B.A. Film, Television, and Theatre and Program of Liberal Studies, University of Notre Dame
    Originally from Dallas, TX
  • Mary Forr

    Mary Forr | ACE 18

    Teaches High School Social Studies and English at Our Lady of Mercy High School

    What is your favorite ACE tradition, and why?

    My favorite ACE tradition is Fr. Joe's cookie and ice cream social on Thursday nights during the summer. I think that Fr. Joe is an absolute baller at creating community, and I know that I was able to get to know members of the other cohort better while enjoying great food.

    Background

    B.S. Political Science and Philosophy, University of Notre Dame
    Originally from Altoona, PA
  • Ryan Gillespie

    Ryan Gillespie | ACE 19

    Teaches Middle School Social Studies at St. John Neumann

    What has been an ACE summer class that you've enjoyed so far?

    Introduction to Middle School Teaching class was a highlight of mine. I learned so much in such a short period of time, and Dr. Doyle, Aaron Wall, and Caitlin Cameron were great!

    Background

    B.A. History and Political Science with a minor in Geography, Ohio State University
    Originally from London, OH
  • Michele Monk

    Michele Monk | ACE 18

    Teaches K-8 Spanish at St. John the Evangelist

    What is your favorite Community story?

    Though not a specific incident, my favorite memories with my community in Atlanta were the casual nights when we would start up our fire pit and relax outside for the evening. We often pumped country music out of the speakers, danced, and just enjoyed each other's company.

    Background

    B.A. Sociology and Spanish, University of Notre Dame
    Originally from Augusta, NJ
  • Emily Ice

    Emily Ice | ACE 19

    Teaches 3rd Grade at St. John Neumann

    What's been the best moment of your ACE experience so far?

    My best moment so far has been going on the Mid-summer retreat and visiting Lake Michigan. It was so wonderful to spend a weekend relaxing among friends and getting to know each other.

    Background

    B.A. Psychology and Biological Anthropology and Anatomy with a minor in Education, Duke University
    Originally from Rye, NY
  • Nicholas Brandt
  • Mary Forr
  • Ryan Gillespie
  • Michele Monk
  • Emily Ice

Schools We Serve

ACE teachers serve at the following schools: