Our students are gaining real-world experience and valuable skills through diverse roles across campus. From teaching to working behind the scenes, they’re preparing for life beyond high school.

Caroline Parker – Swim Instructor, Spartan Aquatic Club
A dedicated swimmer for 9 years, Caroline has spent three summers teaching swim lessons, connecting with younger students and gaining leadership skills. “I’ve learned real world experiences from being a swim instructor like learning how to manage my money, and managing time and communication with my bosses about scheduling,” she says. Caroline plans to swim at Garner Webb and aspires to be a Bible teacher, YoungLife leader, and coach.

Morganne Shoop – Assistant Teacher, School of Ballet
With 14 years of ballet experience, Morganne has volunteered as an assistant teacher for three years, guiding young dancers. “’I’ve learned a lot of really good leadership & communication skills, being able to communicate with my bosses and the students I teach. I’ve also learned the importance of being a good example to the young students I’m teaching, because I have little kids looking up to me in that role. I remember when I was their age and I had people I looked up to…and now I am the person they look up to and I want to be a good example for them,” she shares. Morganne values the chance to be a positive role model and nurture young talent.

Alex Duncan – Director of Operations, Spartan Cafe

A senior involved in the Spartan Cafe for his Business Innovation Class, Alex coordinates schedules, manages inventory, and communicates with suppliers for the Spartan Cafe. Outside GAC, he's a Chick-fil-A director, DJ, and owns a production company. “GAC has helped me greatly to explore all of the things that I love to do…I’m glad I’ve had the opportunities to do lots of different things that I’m passionate about and develop these talents early on in my life so I’ll be a step ahead once I get into the work force later in life,” Alex says. His dream is to become a Delta pilot, already holding a pilot’s license.

Ansley Picker – Young Learners Assistant
Working in Young Learners, GAC’s Infant-2 year old program, for 2 years, Ansley enjoys engaging with kids of all ages. “I want to go into early childhood education for my career after college, so it’s definitely given me great experience getting to work with little kids,” she affirms. She hopes this experience will help her in her future career in early childhood education.

Micah Fincher – Technology Intern
Micah spent his summer working four days a week as an intern in GAC’s Technology Department . “The work environment was impactful for me as I learned to cooperate with people on my level in a shared leadership position. I am planning to go into civil engineering as a career and there were many times during my internship that I got to step into a construction zone and do some work over there. It was a good opportunity to learn how to handle myself in a professional environment,” he notes. Micah valued the hands-on experience that is preparing him for his future career.

Beyond these roles, students take on positions such as Summer Camp Counselor or Lifeguard, After-School employee, Spartan Store employee, Jumbotron manager, Sports Communications Intern, Sparty mascot, Audio Visual Technician, and Elementary tutor or coach—just a few of the many ways they contribute across campus.