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GAC is a community where faith is lived out in the classroom, across campus, and between peers. It is the lens through which we view, create, and implement each educational experience.

In the design of each classroom, each lesson, each relationship, faith is the foundation of all aspects of the teaching and learning process. Present in the written curriculum, visually represented in each classroom, and incorporated into the design of each lesson, our faith is vibrant and guiding all aspects of our pedagogy. We value the pursuit of academic excellence in the framework of faith for those on our campus and in our digital environments and global partnerships through Ethos School.

Learn how the GAC education is faith-infused, cultivating the next generation of Christian leaders.

Christian Life at GAC

Introducing GAC’s 2025-2026 Prefect Team

The Prefect System is comprised of student leaders from the Senior Class (selected during their junior year) who possess a high degree of commitment to GAC’s values and ideals. Their influence within our school community is based on their character demonstrated through service to the school.

Congratulations to this group of students for being chosen to lead the GAC student body over the next year - we look forward to all of the ways you will impact our community!

Darius Slayton Inspires Spartans with Powerful Message of Faith, Perseverance, and Service

On Wednesday, Darius Slayton (GAC Class of 2015) returned to campus and shared a powerful message with the next generation of Spartans. The New York Giants wide receiver took time to speak at the Lower School, Middle School, and High School chapels, sharing heartfelt wisdom from his journey—from his days at GAC to playing in the SEC at Auburn University and eventually making his mark in the NFL.

 GAC's Annual Spiritual Retreat

At the beginning of each new school year, GAC's high school students start the year off strong as they attend their annual Spiritual Retreat. This cherished tradition, held at a camp location conducive to reflection and growth, allows students to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and deepen their walk of faith.

Known: Theme for 2024-2025 School Year

For the 2024-2025 school year, the GAC community embraced the theme of KNOWN, inspired by John 17:25-26, inviting students, families, faculty, and staff to KNOW God, to be fully KNOWN by God, and to make God KNOWN to others.

Middle School Serves with LETTUM EAT

Our middle school students had the opportunity to serve our community at this year’s spiritual retreat. A portion of their day consisted of building “care bags” for the families served by LETTUM EAT. Founded by Chef Hank, LETTUM EAT is a mobile food service that provides meals to families in surrounding areas struggling with food insecurity. Our students got to encourage these families through handwritten notes that they included in each bag.

2024-2025 Annual Prefect Trip

The GAC student leadership team embarked on an unforgettable backpacking adventure in Colorado, accompanied by GAC President, Dr. Scott Harsh, High School Principal, Dr. Paul Cable, and High School Dean of Student Culture, Jes Guarneri. This annual trip serves as a time of exploration and personal growth, allowing our student leaders to challenge themselves physically and mentally while deepening their understanding of leadership from those who lead at GAC.

K3 Packs the Pantry for Neighborhood Cooperative Ministries

In May, K3 gathered at Aldi in Peachtree Corners to buy items for the “Pack the Pantry” initiative. After shopping, the group enjoyed dinner at Chick-fil-A. The event was captured in a heartwarming photo featuring Mrs. Burrough’s class loading the donations.

First Family GAC Mission Trip

This past year, GAC launched the first ever international Family Mission Trip to Vieques, Puerto Rico. Partnering with Beyond Relief, the group worked together to help in the early stages of building a Christian youth camp called Camp Victoria.

Kenneth Marshall Shumard: Purpose. Vision. Sacrifice. Heart.

In our better moments, those are qualities we all want to embrace. Yet living out those qualities consistently? That’s where our human frailties can get in the way. So we thank God for powerful examples who remind and call us up again; People who have helped shape visions, then poured themselves out to make dreams come to life.

GAC Middle School Students Serve in Tuba City, Arizona

GAC students recently embarked on a transformative mission trip to Tuba City, Arizona where they served the Navajo community and experienced spiritual growth while connecting with local residents. The trip was filled with meaningful activities, community engagement, and breathtaking moments of appreciation for God's creations.

GAC Students Embark on Winter Break Mission Trips

GAC students recently traveled to various locations worldwide to participate in mission trips during Winter Break from February 13-17, 2023. These mission trips allowed students to serve communities in need while also gaining valuable experiences and insights into other cultures. Students saw firsthand the power of God’s love.

GAC Community Gathers to Support Neighboring School

GAC families gathered on Saturday, August 20 to sort and pack donated school supplies such as pencils, crayons, notebooks, folders, and disinfecting wipes, for the teachers and students of neighboring school, Meadowcreek Elementary School.

GAC Welcomes Director of Spiritual Life

We are pleased to announce the addition of Justin Bagwell, who will join us beginning in August in a new role as Director of Spiritual Life. Justin brings nearly 20 years of experience in student ministry to the GAC family.

By The Numbers

14

unique Bible classes taught in the High School

34,000

cans collected for Can-A-Thon

83

Students participating in Student Ministry or Worship Practicum Class

100%

Faculty and Staff annually affirm the GAC Statement of Faith and Christian Community Covenant

20,000

Service hours completed by senior class over the course of their High School career

350+

Middle and High School Students and Faculty serve annually on mission trips

Spaces Our Students Worship

Bastian Center Stage and Cross Tower

Located in the heart of the GAC campus, The Bastian Center Stage and Cross Tower host community and family worship events throughout the school year. From our annual worship breakfast that welcomes new staff and faculty to special performances from our band and choir, our outdoor amphitheater provides the perfect space to connect, worship, and grow in faith with one another. 

Artusa Hall in the Performing Arts Center

Renovated in 2017, the Performing Arts Center includes the expansive Artusa Hall, a performance space beautifully adorned and crafted to accommodate up to 150 performers on the stage alone, as well as 950 audience members. The facility is a space for school chapels, band performances, ceremonies, and other events. The space is recognized for Frank and Susan Artusa and their children.

Long Forum

The Long Forum is a multipurpose 82,000sf arena with full HD Video, concert grade audio and intelligent lighting. The two-level arena provides ample seating (up to 3,400) for our schoolwide chapels. The retractable stadium seats allow the lower arena to provide 16,000sf of open floor space with upper arena seating for 900.

We are a Community

Justin Bagwell

"It is our mission at GAC to help each child grow as Jesus did, in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man. (Luke 2:52) Christian life at GAC is filled with students experiencing God in exciting and tangible ways: in the classroom, chapel, service opportunities, missions (both local and abroad), and through meaningful relational connections. We believe every student's faith is unique and their influence matters for the kingdom of God."

Director of Christian Life