Athens Christian School

Athens Christian School was founded in 1970 by Drs. Buhl and Lois Cummings as an inter-denominational Christian School with 125 students.  The school had unusual growth with a present enrollment of over 750 students enjoying excellent, modern facilities.  Drs. Buhl and Lois Cummings continue to serve as directors. Their leadership provides over 50 years of educational experience.

The motto of Athens Christian School is Quality Education in a Christian Atmosphere.  ACS is accredited by the Georgia Accrediting Commission (GAC); therefore, our graduates are well-received into the college and career of their choice.  We have many graduates in the fields of law, medicine, business, government and technology. We are also members of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) www.acsi.org  and the Georgia High School Association which allows our students to participate in music, speech, drama, athletic and Bible quiz competitions.

Athens Christian School is a wonderful place to receive a well-rounded, quality education in a clean and wholesome atmosphere. Of any private school in Georgia, ACS offers one of the most reasonable family tuition packages.

Athens Christian School is an extension of the Christian home.  The purpose of ACS is to provide a quality education in a Christian atmosphere.  Biblical truths are integrated into the academic content at all grade levels and are the basis for all that is taught.  Bible classes are taught daily, with weekly Chapel services integrated as well. The administration and faculty of Athens Christian School challenge students to do their best in their studies while taking time needed for individual counsel and instruction.  We seek to provide boundaries, inspiration and instruction for our students that are Biblically consistent academically challenging.

Our Highly trained and dedicated faculty provide quality  education and caring concern for each student. Our qualified teachers average over 15 years of experience in their academic field. Many of these have completed post-graduate degrees.

APPLICATION PROCESS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Students will need to complete the online application and supply the following:
Academic Transcripts translated into English
English Language Test Scores (TOEFL, TOEFL Jr, SSAT)
Student Applicant Picture
Teacher Recommendations
Copy of Passport
 
Athens Christian School will issue an I-20 to facilitate a student’s application for an F-1 visa to study in the United States.

Athens Christian High School is a college preparatory environment that seeks to train the whole student.  As Jesus increased in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and man (Luke 2:52), we believe that we are training each student to grow academically (wisdom), physically (stature), spiritually (favor with God), and in character and reputation (favor with man). The curriculum of ACS is designed to meet these goals.

Students must have at least 26 credits (28 for advanced diploma) to graduate.  In addition to the core classes, students must have 3 elective credits including one fine art credit.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT
Athens Christian offers five advanced placement courses for which students may earn college credit provided they score well on the AP exams. As noted in the curriculum, these courses are offered in US History, American Government, Calculus, Grammar and Composition, and Literature and Composition. 

DUAL ENROLLMENT
To supplement the advanced diploma, Athens Christian School has partnered with Truett McConnell University to offer high school and college dual credit for students who qualify and who are interested in taking course for college credit.  Sophomores and juniors with a 3.7 GPA and seniors with a 3.5 GPA may apply to take up to two credits each semester for dual credit. These courses are offered online form TMU, so the students do not have to leave campus to complete coursework.  Courses are available to supplement or replace courses in the advanced program.