New engineering, science and design lab.
By Annie Wells
NORCROSS, Ga. | Greater Atlanta Christian School (GACS) is investing over $30 million in facilities and program improvements. This transformation will be made possible through its Light the Way campaign, a initiative designed to elevate the educational experience for generations of students.
This campaign will fund a dozen renovation and building projects that reflect GACS’s commitment to preparing students for success in an ever-changing world while deepening the school’s strong Christian foundation.
At the heart of the campaign is the Jim and Julie Tidwell Commons, a dynamic hub for middle and high school students to gather, collaborate, and innovate. The Tidwell Commons will feature a new student-run coffee shop and bistro, the new Business Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program, a Creative Media Production Studio, and modern academic spaces, including an enhanced library and academic support areas. The space will also be home to Christian Life and Missions, providing a cornerstone for nurturing faith and spiritual growth within the GACS community.
Dr. Paul Cable, the high school principal, says that “The Tidwell Commons will be a hub where ideas come to life, equipping students with real-world skills in business, innovation, and creativity.”
Undergoing redesign will be the The Jim and Becky Combee Elementary Complex The redesign will include flexible, modern classrooms, enhanced STEM and outdoor learning spaces, and a state-of-the-art Engineering, Science, and Design Lab. Rhonda Helms, lower school principal, says: “This renovation will not only modernize the Combee Elementary Complex but will also create an inspiring and secure environment where our younger learners can thrive and grow, reflecting our commitment to excellence in education and student well-being.”
The campaign includes a new Athletic Field House to support GACS’s soccer, tennis, baseball, softball, and girls flag football programs. Featuring locker rooms, training and meeting spaces, and upgraded amenities, Tim Hardy, athletic director, says it will serve as a modern space for game-day operations and practices. “This is a premier facility that will allow our athletes to compete at the highest level.”
In addition to the Field House, GACS is renovating and doubling the space in the Naik Athletic Training Center. The expanded training center will feature state-of-the-art performance training equipment, a dedicated speed and agility area, and a new recovery suite.
Additionally, the new Wood Family Treehouse and Canopy Walk, which was completed last month, will inspire and elevate our students’ outdoor learning experiences for years to come.
Designed as a versatile hub for group learning, hands-on activities, and after-school programs, the Treehouse will become an exciting space for educational growth, exploration, and team-building.
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