Summer break is officially on the horizon, and with it comes an age-old challenge: keeping kids active and engaged without burning through your budget. Whether you’re looking for outdoor adventures, learning and enrichment opportunities, or just somewhere to get the kids’ energy out, we’ve got you covered.  Here are some of our favorite free and budget-friendly summer family activities around Atlanta, recommended by the TIP staff!  ATL Favorites Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park | FreeLearn about the life and legacy of Dr. King through daily tours and free ranger-led activities, open to the public on

In the legal world, a successful outcome is often defined by a favorable ruling or a closed file. At TIP, we know a closed case is actually just the beginning. When a volunteer attorney steps into a courtroom, they aren’t just resolving a legal matter—they are opening a door. Success here looks like the moment a student finds the confidence to return to school. The day a family finally feels seen and supported, rather than penalized. The proud walk across the graduation stage toward a future that once felt out of reach. Unlike many organizations, we don’t

Long hours. Mountains of paperwork. One urgent need after another. For a school social worker, the to-do list is more than a “caseload.” It is the profound responsibility of holding a student’s hand through some of life’s most difficult moments. In the midst of a national youth mental health crisis, their role has never been more vital. Day after day, school social workers are a steadfast presence for struggling students—the bridge between the classroom and the world outside. At Truancy Intervention Project (TIP), we know that the fight against chronic absenteeism is a collaborative effort that owes

Truancy Intervention Project (TIP) kicked off 2026 on an optimistic note after a busy 2025 that brought meaningful policy progress under SB 123, encouraging improvements in attendance rates, and new partnerships and leadership. One of the biggest milestones was finalizing our strategic plan for TIP’s future. Last year, we shared a preview of TIP’s new strategic direction: deepening our support for students and families, expanding early intervention and incentive programs, and strengthening the partnerships that make this work possible. Now, in our 35th anniversary year, we are focused on the critical next step: building the internal capacity