The First Montessori School of Atlanta partnered with Sandy Springs United Methodist Church for a Thanksgiving outreach project on Nov. 22, preparing meals for more than 350 homeless and needy individuals. Above, left to right, Bryce Jones, Grant Hollosi, Emma Bulthuis and Ryan Restifo, all FMSA students, are ready to make a difference in the community.

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