Prince Students Volunteer in the Community

Throughout the fall semester, Prince students were involved in many service projects in the local community.

The Prince Interact Club officers participated in the Striplings Hay Bale Contest to benefit Extra Special People in Watkinsville. The Interact Club also completed The Big Thank You project, collecting letters for service members serving overseas during the holidays.

High school students assisted at the check-in and recovery stations of an on-campus Red Cross blood drive, and several students qualified to donate blood.

Through the leadership of middle and high school student government, students school-wide collected toys for both Operation Christmas Child and Toys for Tots, and on the day before Thanksgiving break, high school students went to several local organizations and helped with needed projects that would serve the community.

Rotary Club Members

Visit Prince 3rd-Grade Classes

The Oconee County Rotary Club made a special visit to Prince 3rd graders to deliver a dictionary for each student and explain the ways the Rotary Club helps the community. Students enjoyed looking up unique words and exploring the resources included. Many thanks to the Rotary Club members for their support of Prince Avenue students.

Hands-On Learning

Hands-on learning is important in all areas of a Prince education. In one recent example, Mrs. LaDart's high school chemistry classes completed two labs. In the first lab, students examined the reactivity of element families, specifically alkaline earth metals and halogens. In the second lab, students examined the differences in physical and chemical properties between metals and nonmetals.

Prince Fine Arts Wins Region One-Act Championship with Performance of Matilda, Jr.

The Prince Avenue Christian School Fine Arts Department won first place in the 5-A, Division 1 GHSA One-Act competition with their performance of Matilda, Jr.

Additional recognition was given to senior Sarah Cochran and sophomore Maisie Daivs who won “Best Actor” for their roles as Trunchbull and Bruce. Seniors Naomi Gowder and Michael Moretti won “Best Supporting Actor” for their roles as Matilda and Mr. Wormwood. Freshman Jaclyn Long and senior Natalie Schroeder were selected for the All-Star Cast.

Lower School Students Present Musical

Prince lower school students and Little Prince Players recently performed the musical Joy Ride in which they presented the truths of scripture from the book of Philippians through fun and creative drama and songs.

Prince Softball Wins First

State Championship in School History

The Prince Avenue Christian School 2023 Varsity Softball team made school history when they won the GHSA Single A – Division 1 State Championship – the first State Championship in program history. 

After an undefeated regular season (30-0) and winning back-to-back Region Championships, the Wolverines advanced to the Elite Eight in Columbus. After losing a second-round game by 1 run to defending champions Heard County, the Lady Wolverines fought their way back from the loser’s bracket playing 22 innings in three games on the final day of the tournament and defeating Mt. Vernon in two games (5-4, and 6-5) for the historic championship win.

Prince Cross Country -

First and Second in Region

The Prince Avenue Christian School Cross Country Team made school history at regional competition coming away with multiple team and individual accomplishments.

The girls took first place as a team coming away as Region Champions. The following runners finished in the top ten: Ashlyn Smith – 3rd, Naomi Bledsoe – 6th, Lyla Ward – 7th, Sam Carty – 9th, and Camden Spires – 10th.

The boys took second place with the following runners finishing in the top ten: Tison McGuirt – 3rd, Caleb Smith – 4th, and Lawson Waye – 6th.

The team competed in the GHSA State Cross Country Meet on Friday, November 3rd in Carrollton, Georgia.

Wolverines Are Back-to-Back

State Football Champions

The Prince Avenue Christian School Varsity Football team made school history winning the Georgia High School Association Class A | Division 1 State Championship for the second year in a row and making the Wolverines state champions for three of the last four seasons.

The Wolverines defeated the Swainsboro High School Tigers 49 – 32 in a hard-fought game on December 11th at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Prince Athletic Director Richard Ricketts explains his admiration for the football team, coaches, and school community. “I am always amazed with how well our kids execute and play. Most people will never know how much time and effort is required to produce the quality of play that our team brings to the field. I am also very proud of our school community, cheerleaders, and band for the support they gave our team.”

Prince Athletes Sign to Play in College

Pictured left to right: Maddox Drake, Mason Banks, Andrew Gillespie,

Audrey Vandagriff, Ella Osborne, and Bailey Throckmorton

Prince Avenue Christian School recently celebrated with six seniors who signed to play sports at the college level.

• Maddox Drake signed to play golf with The University of North Georgia. 
• Mason Banks signed to play baseball with Belmont Abbey College. 
• Andrew Gillespie signed to play baseball with Samford University. 
• Audrey Vandagriff signed to play softball at The University of Alabama. 
• Ella Osborne signed to play softball with Campbell University. 
• Bailey Throckmorton signed to play softball with Southern Wesleyan University. 

Congratulations to these student-athletes on this significant achievement.

Prince Avenue Christian School held a signing ceremony for senior Aaron Philo on Wednesday, December 20th. Aaron signed to play football with Georgia Tech. 

As starting quarterback, Aaron led the Wolverines to two state championships. He also set the state record for the most all-time passing yards in a high school career and tied the state record for number of touchdowns in a single season.

Head Coach Greg Vandagriff explains that work ethic has led Aaron to these accomplishments. “Aaron Philo’s story is one of hard work and perseverance! He has earned every award and record he has received! We could not be more excited about him and his future at Georgia Tech."

Prince Honors Local Veterans

with Student-Led Ceremony

The Prince Veterans Day Ceremony has become a favorite tradition at the school. The event provides a unique opportunity for Prince military parents, grandparents, friends, and alumni as well as community members to be recognized by the student body for their sacrifice and service while also providing an important learning experience for students regarding patriotism and freedom. Members from all branches of the military attended.

Crane and Schroeder Recognized

as GISA Master Teachers

Two Prince Avenue Christian School teachers were recently named by the Georgia Independent School Association (GISA) as Master Teachers. Fourth-grade teacher Dawn Crane and middle school math teacher Beth Schroeder were chosen from 171 GISA member schools and were recognized at a special luncheon held at Strong Rock Christian School in Locust Grove, Georgia.

Mother/Son Night of Fun

The Prince Parent Teacher Fellowship hosted the Mother/Son Night of Fun where Moms and boys enjoyed jumping at Rush, The Varsity for dinner, and a delicious ice cream treat for dessert.

Lower School Thanksgiving Feast

The Prince PTF hosted lower school parents and guests for a delicious Thanksgiving Feast catered by SAGE Dining Services. This was a special way to begin the holiday season and a sweet time of celebration in lower school.

Prince Development Director Kim Brannon and Development Assistant Lynne Bottoms recently went on the road to visit Prince alumni on their college campuses and in the areas of their workplaces.

Prince alumni of all ages are making significant contributions to their colleges and communities. We are always excited for an opportunity to connect with them on or off the Prince campus.