About our History

The facility is named in honor of the great Newnan resident and former Georgia Governor, Ellis G. Arnall, who served from 1943 until 1947.  Governor Arnall was a noted supporter of education and educators.  During his tenure as Governor, he established a teacher’s retirement system.  When asked what he was proudest of during his time as Governor, Arnall replied, "Spending more than 50 cents of every dollar on education. I believe in a free and open education." 

Arnall has been under the leadership of five principals.  David Parrott opened the school in 1994 and upon his retirement he was followed by Charles Smith, Marc Guy, Rick Waggoner, and our current principal, Jan Franks. Our school colors are royal blue and silver, and Knights are our mascot.

About our Facility

Arnall Middle School is located at 700 Lora Smith Road in Newnan, Georgia. 

The original 109, 809 square foot facility was completed and occupied in the fall of 1994.  The total contract cost of the initial structure was $4,700,000.  An 8 classroom addition was completed in the spring of 2004.

About our Instruction

Arnall Middle School was designed to implement the middle school program.  Arnall educators are known for their innovative and creative instructional programs designed to effectively meet the needs of every child.  At Arnall, we follow the concept of teaming.  Teaming is the heart of the middle school.  Students are grouped into small learning communities that consist of academic teachers.  These teachers have shared planning time which is used to plan team lessons, conduct conferences, and work cooperatively with students, parents, and each other.  Students also have the added benefit of “connections” classes away from the team academic setting which allow students the opportunity to explore many areas of interests such as fine arts, computers, and physical education.

Arnall Middle School and the Coweta County School System’s overall goal is to provide high-level, engaging work for all learners and leaders to meet the needs of all stakeholders.  Our vision is to ensure the success of each student. 

Arnall Middle School had the distinct privilege of being the home school of the 2002 Georgia State Teacher of the year, Lorraine Johnson.  Ms. Johnson represented Arnall and the Coweta County School System throughout the state of Georgia as a teacher leader, spokesperson, and presenter.  She was also one of the four National Teacher of the Year finalist.  Ms. Johnson is currently the principal at Madras Middle School.

About our Partnerships

 Educators at Arnall believe strongly in collaboration at all levels.  Each new teacher at Arnall has a mentor or buddy teacher to offer guidance and assistance throughout the year.  This partnership serves as a valuable tool for assisting with instructional planning, classroom management, and organization.

 Arnall Middle School is proud to participate in the School Council Program.  The council is a consensus-building body which was created to bring the school and community closer in a spirit of cooperation in order to solve educational problems, improve academic achievement, and bring parents into the school decision making process.

 The Arnall PTO serves as a partnership between teachers and parents in order to enhance the quality of learning at Arnall Middle School.  Recent projects by the Arnall PTO include the creation and maintenance of the outdoor classroom, teacher appreciation events, educational fundraisers, and the Knight Life program.

 Our school has partnered with several local businesses which support the beliefs, mission, and vision of Arnall Middle School. Through their assistance and encouragement, Arnall is able to augment our educational program.