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The GAC Athletic Department is happy to announce a new Athletic Hall of Fame Class will be inducted this Fall. The GAC Athletic Hall of Fame was created to recognize the outstanding athletic accomplishments of GAC alumni. The first GAC Athletic Hall of Fame induction ceremony occurred in January of 1999. Since that time, there have been three additional inductions. These induction ceremonies occurred in 2004, 2009, and 2014.

Ringing in the school year with some new hardware! Congratulations to our 2024 GHSA AAAAA State Champions: GAC Varsity Girls Soccer! The Spartans received their state championship rings on August 16th at halftime of the varsity football game.

Congratulations to Jasmine Jones, GAC Class of 2020, for advancing to the Semi-Finals in the Women’s 400 Meter Hurdles at the 2024 Paris Olympics with an impressive time of 53.60! 

The 2024 Slayton Skills Camp was a success! GAC alumni Darius Slayton, a wide receiver for the New York Giants (GAC Class of 2015), Micah Abernathy, a safety for the Atlanta Falcons (GAC Class of 2015), and Kalif Raymond, an All-Pro punt returner and wide receiver for the Detroit Lions (GAC Class of 2012) hosted the event at GAC on July 20th. 

The Boston Red Sox have selected Conrad Cason (GAC Class of 2024) in the Eighth Round of the 2024 MLB Draft! Named as the 2023-2024 Gatorade Player of the Year for the state of Georgia, Cason has truly made an impact with GAC’s Varsity Baseball team. This past season Conrad helped lead the Spartans to a Region 6-AAAAA Title and an Elite Eight appearance. 

Jasmine Jones clinched her spot on Team USA by finishing in third place (52.77) in the Women’s 400 Meter Hurdles at the Olympic Trials. She will now join fellow USC Trojan Anna Cockrell and new world record holder Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone as competitors in the Women’s 400 Meter Hurdles at the Olympic Games.
 

The awards continue to roll in for our State Champions! Congratulations to the head coach of our Varsity Girls Soccer team, Tia Graves, for being named as the Gwinnett County Coach of the Year! Reese Black (GAC Class of 2024) was named as a First Team All-County player for her efforts this season.

GAC 2020 graduates Jasmine Jones and Chloe Fair both competed in the 2024 Olympic Trials on July 27th. Jones (55.54) led the way with a first place finish in Heat 2 and Fair (57.26) finished in 6th place. These times qualified both Jasmine and Chloe to advance to the Semi-finals. Their next race will occur on Saturday, June 29th at 8:41 PM EST. 

Ella Randolph (Class of 2024) has served as a member of American Heritage Girls Inc. for the last 9 years. This year, Ella earned the Stars & Stripes Award, the highest recognition awarded by the American Heritage Girls Inc. She is a member of Perimeter Church’s Troop GA0317 where she is the first to receive such an award. 

Darius Slayton, Micah Abernathy, and Kalif Raymond (GAC alumni and current NFL players) are teaming up to host a free football camp at GAC on July 20th. The camp is open to all athletes ages 12 - 16 (rising 6th - rising 10th graders). This camp is offered free of charge to the community. Come out and learn fundamentals, strengthen skills, and learn from the best! 

Conrad Cason (GAC Class of 2024) was named the 2023-24 Gatorade Georgia Baseball Player of the Year. This recognizes Cason as the best high school baseball player in Georgia.The award celebrates the nation’s top high school athletes for their achievements in athletics, academics, and community involvement.

Congratulations to rising sophomore, Narah Kim, who has been named AAAAA All-State and was the Player of the Year as named by the Georgia High School Golf Coaches Association (GHSGCA)

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.

NORCROSS, Ga. – May 23, 2024 Greater Atlanta Christian School (GAC) held a joyous commencement ceremony on campus on May 18, 2024, at the Long Forum. The event brought together family, friends, faculty, and staff to honor the Class of 2024 and commemorate the accomplishments of the graduating class of 134 students.

The GAC Varsity Track and Field team competed the 2024 GHSA AAAAA State Meet from May 9th-11th at Carrollton High School. Led by head coach Brad Kinser, the Spartans won four state championships. The Varsity Girls team finished with 42 points overall, which landed them in fifth place. The Varsity Boys team finished in the Top-15, landing at 13th overall. 

Please join us in congratulating the GAC Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Ridgeway Price Ridenour, and Salutatorian, Akhil Sarikonda.

In a heartwarming display of creativity and care, Lori Burrough, a K3 preschool teacher, has captured the hearts of millions with her ingenious idea to protect her students during Atlanta's partial solar eclipse on April 8, 2024.

Cliff Shelton, GAC's Associate Athletic Director, and beloved former teacher and coach faced a health crisis that could have been devastating were it not for a remarkable twist of fate and the unwavering support of his school community.

Congratulations to our 2024 GHSA AAAAA State Champions: GAC Varsity Girls Soccer! Margo Pritchard, Reese Black, Sophia Asiain, and Isa Moreno all knocked in their penalty shots, while Riley James got the crucial save to help the Spartans clinch the state title

After an epic double overtime battle at Jefferson High School, the GAC Varsity Girls soccer team defeated Jefferson High School 4-2 in PKs to advance to the 2024 AAAAA State Championship match. GAC heads back to the title match for the first time since 2022 and they will face Cambridge High School at Duluth High School. The match will begin at 5 PM. 

The GAC Athletic Department is excited to celebrate thirteen of our student-athletes who are moving on to compete in college. Our Spring Signing Day Celebration on Wednesday, May 1^st in the Long Forum brought forth a large crowd. Classmates, teammates, family members, and coaches all gathered together to congratulate the spring signees for the Class of 2024. 

Varsity Baseball is advancing to the Elite 8! The Spartans swept Flowery Branch High School in their Sweet Sixteen series. GAC won Game 1 in dramatic fashion, thanks to a walkoff single by Eli Hanna in the bottom of the 9th inning. The 3-2 victory was the first game in the double-header.
 

The Region 6-AAAAA Track Meet occurred at Spartan Stadium on April 23rd and April 24th. Congratulations to the Varsity Girls Track & Field team for finishing tied for 1st place with Chattahoochee High School. The Spartans scored 146 points overall. The Varsity Boys finished in fourth place. 

Varsity Boys Tennis (Sweet Sixteen match), Varsity Baseball (Double-Header, first round series), Varsity Girls Soccer (Sweet Sixteen match on the road), Varsity Girls Lacrosse (First Round game), and Varsity Boys Lacrosse (First Round game) all competed on a "Super Tuesday" for GAC sports. The action began at 3 PM and by 10:30 PM that night, GAC’s Varsity Athletic Teams went 6-0 for the day. 

Greater Atlanta Christian School is delighted to announce the selection of seven finalists to the prestigious and highly competitive Georgia Governor’s Honor’s Program (GHP.)

In a bid to overhaul the antiquated and often convoluted process of buying and selling homes, GAC alums Parker Bryant '16 and Joshua Pickens '16 have launched Housewell, an online platform that aims to revolutionize the real estate industry.

The GAC Athletic Department is happy to announce that Ryan Millhof has been named as the new Head Wrestling coach at GAC. Ryan Millhof brings a wealth of experience over the course of his career. For the past four seasons, Millhof served as the Head Wrestling Coach at Collins Hill High School. Prior to his tenure at Collins Hill, Millhof served as an assistant coach at South Forsyth High School.

The Varsity Boys Tennis team won the Region 6-AAAAA championship Thursday with a 3-1 victory over Chattahoochee. The Spartans swept the doubles matches. Their point totals included Jack Gessner and Freddy Dougah at No. 1, as well as Ben Hawkins and Ayaan Valiani at No. 2. Jack Morrison was victorious at No. 3 singles as well. 

After battling against both the elements and Decatur High School last night, the Varsity Boys Lacrosse team (10-4, 4-0 in Region Play) won the Area Championship for the second consecutive season. The Spartans were up 4-3 at halftime, but were held inside due to inclement weather. After play resumed, GAC went on a 10-1 run to claim the 14-4 victory.
 

On March 27th, Harrison Voelzke set a new school record for our Varsity Boys Lacrosse program. The senior captain scored 11 total points (6 goals and 5 assists) in the GAC Boys Lacrosse team's 13-9 victory over Woodward Academy.

Congratulations to the Back-to-Back State Champion Literary Team! This victory marks a significant milestone for the team, reflecting their dedication and excellence in the competitive literary arena.

Do you remember the first time that you kicked a soccer ball or the first time that you held a bat? Can you still feel the excitement that you had before your first game? Some children dream to become varsity athletes, collegiate athletes, or even reach the professional level one day. That dream all begins with those first special moments with youth sports. At GAC we strive to provide opportunities for our youngest Spartans to develop into student-athletes.

College Baseball is back in action! GAC's Varsity Baseball program currently has eight alumni playing at the collegiate level. The following student-athletes are competing this season:
 

Ben Eberhart, GAC Class of 2017, has embarked on a remarkable journey of faith and service. Ben is the vice president of Kaula Tree Ministries, a global prayer ministry with a mission to strengthen, encourage, and comfort individuals worldwide.

Our very own Varsity Girls Basketball team defeated Kell High School 57-45 to claim the Region Championship. Senior guard, Myla Benson, was named as the Region "Player of the Year." She finished the game with 25 points, 12 rebounds and five steals. 

Congratulations to Conrad Cason for being named as a “Super Six Athlete" by the Gwinnett Daily Post. Representing GAC's Baseball team, the senior right hand pitcher and shortstop hit .327 with seven home runs, 23 RBIs, .472 on-base percentage last season. 

The GAC Varsity Boys and Girls Swim and Dive teams showcased their talent at the state swim meet, accomplishing several achievements and record-breaking feats. Both teams placed in the Top 10 in the state, finishing in 6th place. 

In a transformative era where screens and devices dominate many areas of our lives, from the workplace to healthcare, the educational landscape is no exception. However, challenges come with the increased use of technology and the evolving world. How do we balance high-tech lessons with a high-touch campus life to create real-life connections? What does it take to keep campus life alive and vibrant? How does GAC maintain traditions from years past? Join us as we embark on the journey to explore the balance found at GAC, where high-tech lessons coexist harmoniously with high-touch campus life, forging well-rounded individuals prepared for the challenges of tomorrow

Congratulations to sophomore Ava Kitchings, senior Reese Black, senior Hunter Bryant, and senior Harrison Voelzke for being named by the Gwinnett Daily Post as "Super-Six Athletes." 

Within Greater Atlanta Christian School’s Young Learners program, our youngest Spartans (infant-two years old) are nurtured through play-based learning and guided by loving teachers through key developmental milestones in a safe and caring, faith-filled environment.

Congratulations to our Varsity Swim and Dive Team for repeating as Region 6-5A Champions! The Spartans won the meet with a combined score of 1021 points. Cambridge High School finished in second place. 

Greater Atlanta Christian School proudly announces the induction of Varsity Head Track & Field Coach Brad Kinser into the Georgia Track and Field Hall of Fame. He was inducted into the Hall of Fame by his former track and field teammate at Harding University and GAC alum (Class of 1978), Tomy Sitton.

In the early 1960s, the first donors to support Greater Atlanta Christian School gave as an expression of obedience to God. Their desire was to build a school that provided quality education in a Christian environment, where prayer could occur within the school, and a racially integrated student body would learn alongside one another. They knew the Lord wanted to see them come together to establish a Christian school in the Atlanta area. That group of “ordinary people” invited others to invest the resources that God had given them – their energy, their prayers, and their financial gifts.

Congratulations to GAC graduate Myles Hinton (Class of 2020) and the University of Michigan for winning the 2024 College Football Playoff National Championship. The Wolverines defeated the University of Washington 34-13. 

At Greater Atlanta Christian School, we’ve been engaged in thought-provoking discussions about the impact of AI on our lives, families, and careers. Traditionally, educational institutions tend to lag in adopting new technologies due to factors like institutional inertia, risk aversion, limited research, or the inclination to teach in familiar ways. However, at GAC, generations of leaders have chosen a different path, one marked by forward-thinking innovation. We purposefully wield technology as a tool rather than becoming its passive users.

Seniors Jack Stanton, Braylon Burgess, and Myles Cunningham signed their national letters of intent to continue their football careers. All three Spartans played an integral role for GAC's Football program during their time as a Spartan. 

Varsity Head Basketball coach David Eaton earned his 300th career victory last Saturday against Mountain View High School. The Spartans came out with a 68-65 win to move onto a 9-1 record. 

This year, Ms. Kincade’s third-grade class at Greater Atlanta Christian School was the first to reach 100% participation in GAC’s Annual Fund. To honor their accomplishment, they opted for a special reward: the “GAC Behind the Scenes Tour."

Earlier this month, Kyle McPhee (GAC Class of 1998) was inducted into the Gwinnett County Cross Country Hall of Fame. McPhee ran both cross country and track & field during his time at GAC

Ben Sheppard (GAC Class of 2019) was drafted into the NBA this past summer by the Indiana Pacers. During his Rookie season, Sheppard has earned playing time against several NBA stars. Fellow classmate Jack Batten (GAC Class of 2019) interviewed Sheppard for the Gwinnett Daily Post after the Pacers played the Atlanta Hawks. 

Congrats to GAC students Zoey Schlueter (Class of ‘24) and Dominique Riley (Class of ‘25) for being selected for Southwest Gwinnett Magazine's 20 Under 21!

Greater Atlanta Christian School is proud to announce that current eighth-grade student Jason Eigdebion has been selected to participate in the esteemed Les Petits AS, the most prestigious U14 tennis tournament in the world. Jason had an outstanding performance at the Le Petits 🇺🇸 USA Playoff, where he secured the 3rd position. This performance earned Jason an offer to compete in the Les Petits AS.

In their first season on the field, the Varsity Flag Football team went undefeated throughout the regular season and clinched the Area Championship. The Spartans will enter the postseason on December 5th against Grovetown High Schol. 

Head Coach Crystal Lee Brittain was named as the GVCA/AVCA Coach of the Year for 5A. She will coach the All-Star team in their match on November 12th at 3 PM. She was also named as the Gwinnett County co-coach of the year for 5A. Several volleyball players also earned post-season recognition for their efforts this year.

Seniors Conrad Cason and Harrison Voelzke signed with their national letters or intent on Wednesday. Conrad Cason will continue his athletic career at Mississippi State University. Harrison Voelzke will play lacrosse at the University of Richmond. 

The GAC Volleyball program continued their historic run last Saturday, as they defeated Dalton High School in the Final Four to advance to their third straight championship appearance. The Spartans will face McIntosh High School in the championship on November 4 at 1:30 PM. 

Michelle Wild, Visual Arts teacher at Greater Atlanta Christian School, recently achieved a significant milestone in her artistic journey. Two of her oil paintings were selected for exhibition at the Atlanta campus of the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD).

Greater Atlanta Christian School had the privilege of hosting the esteemed Salvation Army Southern Territorial Staff Band for an interactive concert, offering students a unique opportunity to experience the beauty and diversity of brass music.

Junior Abigail Heizer and senior Luke Stanley were both recognized by the Gwinnett Daily Post as "Super Six Athletes" for Swim & Dive. 

Fox 5 News visited GAC's campus to film a feature on our Varsity E-Sports program. Led by head coach Russell Lawless, our E-Sports program provides GAC students an opportunity to compete in "Super Smash Brothers" against other high schools. 

Greater Atlanta Christian School (GAC) is delighted to share the exciting news that one of its young students, Nicholas Jones, a fifth-grader, has achieved a remarkable milestone by being selected for the prestigious Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY).

Ransom Jones ‘18 achieved a significant milestone by earning his Master of Science degree in Pharmacy from the University of Georgia in May of 2023.

GAC proudly announces that seniors Kevin Liu and Akhil Sarikonda were named National Merit Semifinalists in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Competition. Kevin and Akhil are among over 16,000 Semifinalists in the 69th annual National Merit Scholarship Program.

GAC had the distinct honor of hosting the renowned Far East Broadcasting Company (FEBC) Korean Christian Children's Choir, a group of 40 talented age 7-13 performers who delivered a heartwarming message of international Christian unity and gratitude. Click to view full story, photos, and a recording of the performance.

Out of all the teams in the state of Georgia, the GAC Football program ranks third overall with four alumni in the NFL. Kalif Raymond, Darius Slayton, Davis Mills, and Chris Hinton once graced the field at Spartan Stadium and are now making plays in the NFL. 

GAC’s alumni classes spanning 1970 through 1974 celebrated their 50th high school reunion on Saturday, September 9. This group comprises GAC’s inaugural graduating classes. 

Kendall Robinson '18 debuted her painting series at her first Atlanta Solo Art Show on August 26. The exhibition is titled "Soleil: Sharing Our Stories".

Jessica Carothers, class of 2019, signed her U.S. Naval Academy Commitment Papers in August on "Two for Seven Day".

On August 25th, senior quarterback Jack Stanton helped lead GAC to a 36-13 victory over the Lovett Lions. Stanton set a school record by throwing for 392 yards.

For the second consecutive season, the Gwinnett Daily Post named senior Gracie Rose to their “Super Six Team” for volleyball.
 

Current New Giants wide receiver and former GAC Spartan (Class of 2015), Darius Slayton, hosted his second annual Slayton Skillz Camp at Spartan Stadium. The free event provided kids an opportunity to learn from coaches and professional football players.  

Throughout the month of June, the GAC Basketball program hosted a summer league tournament in the Long Forum. Teams across the metro Atlanta area brought their freshmen and JV basketball players to come compete in multiple games. Player development and building team chemistry were two primary goals for each school involved. 

With the 26th Overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft the Indiana Pacers selected Ben Sheppard (GAC Class of 2019). A four-year player at Belmont University, Sheppard averaged 18.8 points, 5.2 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game this past season. As a Spartan, Sheppard helped lead GAC to the 2018 AAA State Championship. 

The Young Learners program is an integral part of the Greater Atlanta Christian School mission to help our youngest Spartans grow as Jesus did. As demand continues to increase, physical expansion and facility improvements are needed to accommodate a growing enrollment.

22 GAC students headed to Spain from May 29-June 7 for an incredible language immersion trip led by our fantastic faculty members Shelley Woodward and Natalia Medina.

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 Class of 2023 Graduate Nia Wilson was named as the Gwinnett Daily Posts' "Girls Runner of the Year." Wilson finished the Spring with six first-place finishes in the 100 and four first-place finishes in the 200. She now holds GAC school records in both races. 

Greater Atlanta Christian School (GAC) is proud to announce that Dr. Crystal Downs has been honored with the prestigious Society of Excellence Award from Johns Hopkins University. Downs received her Ed.D. in Mind, Brain, and Teaching from Johns Hopkins.

On June 3, Detroit Lions wide receiver, Kalif Raymond (GAC Class of 2012) hosted his first football camp at Spartan Stadium. The event helped teach the next generation of football players proper habits and training techniques. 

Bria Janelle (‘07) and her foundation, the Bria Janelle Foundation, have been recoginzied by the Newton County School System and the Newton County Chamber of Commerce as the 2023 NCSS Partner of the Year. The foundation is a partner in education with Newton High School.

The Varsity Girls Track and Field team won their fifth state title in seven years at the AAAAA State Championship meet in Columbus, Georgia this past weekend. The Spartans edged Cambridge High School for the victory. The Varsity Boys Track and Field Team place sixth overall. 

The Varsity Boys Tennis Team finished 24-2 on the season and captured their first state title since 2015 on May 13th. The Spartans defeated Chattahoochee High School 3-0 in the AAAAA Championship Match. 

Marilee Karinshak, ‘22, has been selected for a summer internship at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

We are delighted to announce the selection of one finalist, one alternate, and three semi-finalists to the prestigious and highly competitive Georgia Governor’s Honor’s Program (GHP.)

On April 27th, twelve of our student-athletes signed their letters of intent to play at the collegiate level. The Signing Day ceremony took place in the Long Forum amongst friends, family, and peers from the GAC Community. 

Led by head coach Brad Kinser, both the Varsity Girls and Boys Track teams hosted the AAAAA- Region 6 track meet at Spartan Stadium. The Varsity Girls tied for 2nd place in the Region with 135 points overall, and the Varsity Boys finished in third place with 124 points. 

Join us at Spartan Stadium next Tuesday night for a playoff double-header featuring both of our varsity lacrosse programs. The Varsity Girls Lacrosse team will face Johns Creek High School at 6 PM. The Varsity Boys Lacrosse will play Cambridge High School in the second portion of the double-header at 8 PM.

The GAC Athletic Department is happy to announce that Crystal Lee will take the helm as the new Head Volleyball Coach at GAC. Coach Lee was a GAC Varsity Assistant Coach during the 2022 season, and played an instrumental role for the Spartans’ state championship team.

The GAC Symphonic Band showcased their exceptional talent and musical prowess at the GMEA District 13 Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE) held at Paul Duke High School. This esteemed event brought together schools from across the state to be evaluated on their performance and sight reading abilities.

We are excited to announce that GAC's Student Broadcast "Live @1575" won awards at the GSPA (Georgia Scholastic Press Association) Awards Show in Athens. The awards show is held every spring for student-run live broadcasts at schools in the state of Georgia

The Varsity Golf program had the opportunity to host students from the SINE School in Denmark in March. The Spartans established a relationship with the SINE School back in 2015, and GAC was able to host once again this year. Both schools competed in two matches at the Smoke Rise Country Club. 

Amazing news from GAC! Our team was named the GHSA 5A Literary State Champions on May 18, 2023. This is a huge accomplishment and we couldn't be prouder of our team's hard work and dedication.

GAC’s fifth-grade students recently performed in their "Rock and Roll Forever: How It All Began" music program. The program aimed to take the audience back to the days of American Bandstand, The Ed Sullivan Show, and Soul Train to explore the roots of rock and roll music

Article originally published on Gwinnett Daily Post by Chris Starrs.

Families choose private schools for a variety of reasons, one of which is the parents themselves attended an independent school and wanted their children to have a similar experience.

There are a number of students at Greater Atlanta Christian whose parents also went to private school, but more than half of the students at GAC come from what is termed “first-time private-school families.”

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 Junior Luke Winter has been selected for the Washington Youth Tour. This annual program brings high school students across the United States to the nation's capital for an immersive educational experience. Luke applied to serve as a Washington Youth Tour delegate representing Jackson Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) and was recently interviewed and selected.

SWGC Board Member William Corbin presented a Character Award to Greater Atlanta Christian School’s Evelyn Logan. The award was created to recognize outstanding students whose attitudes and actions embody the organization’s mission, passion and commitment to excellence and community action.

James Canipe has been selected as a Super Six Athlete by the Gwinnett Daily Post for boys lacrosse. Canipe led the Spartans with 40 goals last season, and he looks to strive for even greater heights this Spring. 

Watching our littlest learners explore and play with their new sensory light center is pure joy! This year our Young Learners program (Infant-K2) received a sensory light center through the Annual Fund.

For over 20 years, the GAC High School BETA Club has hosted Special Olympics on campus. This January, over 100 Beta Club students were involved in working with approximately 90 children with disabilities and bringing food to honor the exceptional teachers who work with these kids every day. Ten different DeKalb County schools visited GAC to participate in the 2023 Winter Special Olympics Event.

Congratulations to the Varsity Girls Swim & Dive team for winning third place overall at the 2023 GHSA AAAAA-AAAA state meet on Saturday. GAC finished with 280 points overall and battled throughout the meet at the McAuley Aquatic Center on Georgia Tech’s campus. 

The Gwinnett Daily Post named senior Nia Wilson as a "Super Six Athlete" for the upcoming 2023 track and field season. Nia signed with Purdue University in the Fall, and won first place in the 100 and 200 meter races at the Class AAA state championships last year. 

Atlanta Intown and Reporter Newspapers recently recognized GAC Senior Kate Hidell in their annual "20 Under 20" feature as an honoree and GAC Junior Ivy Holland as a runner-up. Each year, the newspapers choose young people who give back to the community through service and leadership while juggling academic responsibilities. 

Spartan Senior Izzy Rickaby was recently featured in Peachtree Corners Magazine's Faces of Peachtree Corners.

Brandon Lee and Sophia Nguyen are GAC Seniors with a long list of compelling and meaningful extracurricular involvement.

After 34 years of service, head coach Brad Kinser will retire from leading GAC's cross country program. Assistant coach Chase Parks will take over as the new head coach for the cross country team. Coach Parks has served on staff for the previous 10 seasons. 

Greater Atlanta Christian School is one of the biggest supporters every year to Can-A-Thon - and their eager students are doing their part again to help the effort.

Despite moving up two classifications to AAAAA, the Varsity Volleyball team captured their second consecutive State Championship on November 5th, defeating Chattahoochee High School 3-1.  

Joel Ballew, a GAC “lifer”, traded in Georgia basketball courts for beautiful South America.

After defeating Statesboro High School 3-1 on Tuesday, the defending state champion Varsity Volleyball team is heading to the AAAAA Final Four to face McIntosh High School. 

On Tuesday it was announced that GAC's legendary coach, Jackie Bradford, will be inducted into the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame this upcoming February. Jackie Bradford arrived at GAC in 1968 as the head basketball coach. During his time as a coach at GAC, Jackie Bradford had a 253-82 record, along with three state championships (1971, 1972, 1977). 

Recently our GPA hosted its first annual GAC Women Together in Christ event. The memorable evening was a time for GAC women to connect to fellowship, pray, and worship under the stars.

Kalif Raymond (GAC Class of 2012) is currently playing in his seventh season in the NFL with the Detroit Lions. Raymond has battled several obstacles during his journey to professional football, and the Detroit Lions went "Under the Helmet" to learn more about his life. 

Landyn Foxworthy, a GAC “lifer”, was involved in many student activities such as volleyball, visual arts, and mission trips to Africa.

Last week, students and teachers took learning past our campus and into the greatest classroom of all—the globe. Middle School students traveled to Chattanooga, Savannah, and Washington D.C. High School students traveled to destinations from Yosemite to London.

At just 19, Mallory Butts has a heart for faith and service, a focused career path, a comprehensive resume, and a long list of growing accolades.

Congratulations to Crystal Downs, Ed.D (GAC High School Academic Dean & Instructional Lead Teacher) on receiving her Doctorate in Education with a specialization in Mind, Brain, and Teaching from Johns Hopkins University!

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.

Over the past 10 seasons, GAC Football ranks third in 5A (AAAAA) with 109 victories. The Spartans begin their season on Friday, August 19th against Meadowcreek High School. 

Senior Naya Ohuabunwa and junior Gracie Rose were both given a great honor by being named by the Gwinnett Daily Post as volleyball "Super Six Athletes" for the 2022-2023 season.

GAC's high school students started the year off strong as they traveled up to SharpTop Cove for their annual Spiritual Retreat! Throughout the week, students have spent time growing in their relationship with one another and the Lord.

Four GAC students have been accepted into the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) All-National Honor Chorus.

GAC Drum Major John Cong had the opportunity of a lifetime when he attended the Phantom Regiment Academy camp this summer.

The Houston Texans starting quarterback, Davis Mills (GAC Class of 2017), hosted his first quarterback camp at GAC. The camp helped train and mentor 24 of the young quarterbacks that were selected from across the country. 

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.

GAC Theatre finished the 2021-22 season strong by winning the Shuler Spotlight Award. Because of the win, the cast of Anastasia was invited to perform "Stay, I Pray You" at the Georgia High School Musical Theatre Awards, the 2022 Shuler Awards, organized by ArtsBridge Foundation, on April 21. The awards were broadcast on Georgia Public Broadcasting (GPB). GAC Alum Georgia Thomas (Class of 2022), won best leading actress for her performance in the title role of “Anastasia”.

Sean Manuel has been hired as GAC's new Head Strength and Conditioning Coach. Formerly the Director of Strength and Conditioning for UNLV's Football Program, Coach Manuel brings a vast amount of knowledge and experience to GAC. 

A recap of all of the latest events at the conclusion of the spring sports season, including the Varsity Girls Track & Field team finishing 3rd at state, several accolades for both lacrosse teams, and an Elite 8 finish for the Varsity Baseball team.  

The GAC Athletic Department is happy to announce that Newton Babb has been named as the new Head Boys' Lacrosse Coach.

Baseball advances to the third round of the playoffs, track and field hosts the 3A Sectionals meet, and more on this edition of news and notes from GAC Athletics. 

Both the Varsity Boys and Girls soccer teams traveled to McEachern High School to compete in the AAA State Finals. The Boys Soccer team clinched the state championship, and the girls soccer team finished as runner-ups. 

In February, two GAC seniors, Daisy Strine and Andrew Hathaway, had the chance to interview Atlanta Braves historian Carolyn Serra at Truist Park. Strine and Hathaway created the news package as a piece for Black History Month. The feature, which aired during GAC’s student broadcast, Live @ 1575, highlighted Hank Aaron’s legacy both on the field and off. 

On April 27th, the GAC community gathered to congratulate 16 student-athletes on officially signing with their respective colleges and universities. Families, coaches, and friends assembled in the Long Forum to celebrate our Spring signees.