Voices of GAC Podcast

During his time on campus as a student, Kyle Briskin followed the sound of music. He performed with the Chapel Band on numerous occasions and helped with Student Ministry. After graduating from GAC in 2015, Kyle Briskin took his musical talents to Belmont University. While in college, Kyle cultivated his passion for music into a career path as both a musician and as a producer. After graduating from Belmont, Kyle helped create the band “We The Kingdom.” The band’s song “Holy Water” received two Grammy nominations for BEST CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN MUSIC ALBUM and BEST CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIAN MUSIC PERFORMANCE/SONG. Hear how Kyle Briskin has worked his way throughout the music industry and how he has made his passion into a career path. Discover more about GAC here: www.greateratlantachristian.org/ Other Podcast Platforms: - Spotify: bit.ly/GACsSpotify - Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/GACsiTunes - Google Play: bit.ly/GACsGoogle Don't forget to Like and Subscribe! Your host Chris Sharp along with today’s guest Kyle Briskin were classmates at GAC with Knox Martin. Our friend Knox passed away this year and we send our condolences to the Martin family. If you would like offer your support you can donate at the link listed below. All proceeds will go to help the Martin Family and to the Knox Martin Foundation for Brain Tumor Research. https://www.gofundme.com/f/funeral-service-for-knox-martin

In 2019, Jessica Guarneri was promoted to be the head coach of the varsity girls’ basketball team after being an assistant coach and the JV Head Coach over the previous two seasons. During her first season at the helm, Coach Guarneri led the Spartans to the AAA state championship. As a player, Guarneri was an All-American in 2003. She played collegiately at UNC-Asheville and Wingate. Coach Guarneri coached for seven seasons at Robert E. Lee Academy and The King’s Academy in South Carolina before her career at GAC began. On this episode of the Voices of GAC Podcast hear how Coach Guarneri has helped develop her program and what she loves the most about coaching. Discover more about GAC here: www.greateratlantachristian.org/ Other Podcast Platforms: - Spotify: bit.ly/GACsSpotify - Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/GACsiTunes - Google Play: bit.ly/GACsGoogle Don't forget to Like and Subscribe!

The Culture Club is a brand new student group on campus, and senior Mallory Butts joins the Voices of GAC Podcast to discuss how she helped found the organization. In culture club students can grow, learn, and become more sensitive to other cultures through the art of story telling. The goal is to create more respect and sensitivity throughout the entire student body by having open conversations. You can learn more about the Culture Club on Instagram here: @GACsCultureClub Discover more about GAC here: www.greateratlantachristian.org/ Other Podcast Platforms: - Spotify: bit.ly/GACsSpotify - Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/GACsiTunes - Google Play: bit.ly/GACsGoogle Don't forget to Like and Subscribe!

Ivy Lee, a junior at GAC, has showcased her musical talents on a global scale. Specializing in playing the flute and the piccolo, Ivy enjoys performing with the GAC Symphonic Band and the GAC Marching Spartans. Last year, Ivy was invited to play at Carnegie Hall in New York City on multiple occasions. She placed second in the Golden Classical Music Awards International Competition during one of her performances in New York. Listen in to hear how Ivy developed her passion for music, the impact of her instructors, and what she envisions for her career. Discover more about GAC here: www.greateratlantachristian.org/ Other Podcast Platforms: - Spotify: bit.ly/GACsSpotify - Apple Podcasts: bit.ly/GACsiTunes - Google Play: bit.ly/GACsGoogle Don't forget to Like and Subscribe!

“Captain Paul Ryerson has continually worked with the Salvation Army to provide resources for those in need throughout our community. In 2010, Captain Ryerson was commissioned as a Salvation Army officer as a member of the “Prayer Warrior” session. Working out of the Salvation Army office located in Lawrenceville, Captain Ryerson seeks to collect the basic necessities of life for those that need help. This year especially has been difficult, and Captain Ryerson is asking everyone to participate in the spirit of giving by helping bring in cans, boxes, and other necessities this holiday season. The Salvation Army is a global entity, but your donations will impact your own local community. Today marks the beginning of GAC’s Can-A-Thon, and this year we are dedicating Friday November 13th as “Can-Day.” Any contributions will make a difference to help support families across the metro-Atlanta area. Tune into this episode to hear how the Salvation Army wants to help our community, and what you can do to help.” Discover more about GAC here: www.greateratlantachristian.org/ Other Podcast Platforms: - Spotify: bit.ly/GACsSpotify - iTunes: bit.ly/GACsiTunes - Google Play: bit.ly/GACsGoogle Don't forget to Like and Subscribe!

In just his first season as the head coach of the GAC Softball team, Dave Martin has already made an impact on campus. Coach Martin arrived at GAC after coaching in California. He quickly hit the ground running and established a new culture for our softball program. This season the team came together and made a strong push towards the playoffs at the end of the season. One of Coach Martin’s leaders on the team, senior pitcher Sydney Deardorff, has been instrumental to the Spartans’ success. Whether it is on the diamond or as the Senior High’s Service Prefect, Sydney Deardorff serves as a leader through her actions. Tune into this episode of the “Voices of GAC Podcast” to get an inside look into our Softball Program. Discover more about GAC here: www.greateratlantachristian.org/ Other Podcast Platforms: - Spotify: bit.ly/GACsSpotify - iTunes: bit.ly/GACsiTunes - Google Play: bit.ly/GACsGoogle Don't forget to Like and Subscribe!

This week on the Voices of GAC Podcast we welcome one of our new faculty members onto the show. In her first year on campus, Bailey Baker has been an asset to our High School and Middle School English departments. Under her guidance, both 8th and 9th graders learn the fundamental concepts of writing and reading comprehension. Tune in to this week’s episode to learn how Mrs. Baker prepares her students for success in High School English.” Discover more about GAC here: www.greateratlantachristian.org/ Other Podcast Platforms: - Spotify: bit.ly/GACsSpotify - iTunes: bit.ly/GACsiTunes - Google Play: bit.ly/GACsGoogle Don't forget to Like and Subscribe!

Tia Graves is an integral part of GAC's athletic program. She serves as the head coach of our Girls' Varsity Soccer Team, and she serves as an assistant coach on our softball team. In addition to her excellence on the field as a coach, she plays an even more crucial role off the field as a mentor to her players and other students. Tune into this week's episode to learn more about Coach Graves' background and about her role as a coach/instructor on campus. Discover more about GAC here: www.greateratlantachristian.org/ Other Podcast Platforms: - Spotify: bit.ly/GACsSpotify - iTunes: bit.ly/GACsiTunes - Google Play: bit.ly/GACsGoogle Don't forget to Like and Subscribe!

On this episode of the Voices of GAC Podcast, we begin our "Star Student" Series. Today's guests feature two seniors at Greater Atlanta Christian School Saiku White and Kelley Dorr. Saiku White stars on the football team as one of the impact leaders. He specializes playing cornerback on defense, but Saiku also switches over to the offensive side of the ball at wide receiver as well. Off the field, Saiku makes an impact through his help with the RedZone and with volunteer opportunities. Kelley Dorr serves as the senior high's Unity Prefect. In this capacity, Kelley helps create opportunities to help unify the student body. One capacity of being the Unity Prefect is helping lead the RedZone. As the leader of GACs' student section, Kelley invigorates her classmates to cheer the Spartans on to victory. Tune in and learn more about two of GACs' brightest student leaders! Discover more about GAC here: https://www.greateratlantachristian.org/ Other Podcast Platforms: - Spotify: http://bit.ly/GACsSpotify - iTunes: http://bit.ly/GACsiTunes - Google Play: http://bit.ly/GACsGoogle Don't forget to Like and Subscribe!

On the first episode of the Voices of GAC Podcast, we begin with our "Faculty Fellowship" series. Our first faculty member to be featured is Dr. Paul Cable. Dr. Paul Cable serves as the Academic Dean of the Ethos Program, a fully on-line experience of rigorous GACs curriculum. Dr. Cable also is the Chair of the Senior High Bible Department at Greater Atlanta Christian School. As a Bible Chair, some of Dr. Cable’s duties include teaching Bible 12 as well. tune in and discover the development of the Ethos Program, how students are growing in their Christian Education on a yearly basis, and how Dr. Cable’s own experiences have shaped his spiritual journey. Discover more about GAC here: https://www.greateratlantachristian.org/ Other Podcast Platforms: - Spotify: http://bit.ly/GACsSpotify - iTunes: http://bit.ly/GACsiTunes - Google Play: http://bit.ly/GACsGoogle Don't forget to Like and Subscribe!

Welcome to the "Voices of GAC" Podcast. This is the introductory episode for the "Voices of GAC" Podcast. Greater Atlanta Christian School has been at the forefront of Christian Education. Your host, Chris Sharp, will help feature stories on campus involving academics, athletics, the fine arts, and spiritual growth. Tune into each episode and hear the voices of GAC students, faculty members, and alumni.