Ridge News
October 9, Issue 5
Important Dates
October 12-16: Fall Break (No School)
October 27: PSAT
October 27: Junior Night
October 28 & 29: Delayed Dismissal (Elementary Early Release)
October 29: Trunk or Treat
November 3: Digital Learning Day (Election Day)
Curriculum Office
Jessica Brace: GCPS Semifinalist
Quarter 1 Grades
To see your students Q1 final grades, you may need to toggle your ParentVue Gradebook to see your student's Q1 grades.
General Announcements
PSAT
10th and 11th grade students taking the PSAT on October 27th need to charge their Chromebooks the night before and arrive at school prior to 7:10. Students can find their testing locations on the morning of the PSAT on the Google PRHS Landing Page tab of your Chromebook. Please bring your Chromebook and charger with you to testing.
Delayed Dismissal October 28 & 29
Peachtree Ridge High School will have a delayed dismissal in order to accommodate the elementary and middle schools’ early release October 28th and 29th. Please plan for students to arrive home later than usual as they will be dismissed at approximately 2:30pm on Wednesday (10/28) and Thursday (10/29).
GSLT Applications
Applications for the Gwinnett Student Leadership Team (GSLT) are now open! GSLT applications are open to current sophomores. Three students are chosen for this prestigious leadership program and will be a part of the program through their senior years. All sophomores are encouraged to join the google classroom to learn more! Google Classroom code is fcv7rz3y. Please reach out to MaryJane DeGuenther or Lacey Jean-Pierre with any questions!
Big Future Scholarships for Students
Who’s eligible for scholarships from BigFuture?
Students in the classes of 2027, 2028, and 2029 are eligible for BigFuture Scholarships. They must have a College Board account and attend public or private high school or be enrolled in a home school in the United States, Puerto Rico, or any other U.S. territory. U.S. citizens and residents attending Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) schools are also eligible. When students complete one or more qualifying steps on their BigFuture dashboard, they’ll be automatically entered into monthly drawings for $500 or $40,000 until their senior year. BigFuture is administered by the College Board.
Peachtree Ridge High School Annual Trunk or Treat 2026
Mark your calendars! Peachtree Ridge High School is gearing up for our annual Trunk or Treat event! Hosted by our Student Council Outreach, this fun community tradition brings our Ridge Cluster families, local businesses, and schools together for an unforgettable night of costume fun, games, food, candy, and books.
Come join us for one of our most fun and memorable evenings of the year!
Event Details
When: Thursday, October 29, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: Peachtree Ridge High School Parking Lot
Who: Peachtree Ridge Cluster Families, Students, Local Businesses, and Community Members
Admission Fee: An item to support the CARE Closet
Attractions & Food:
Special Attractions: GCPS Book Mobile, Local Fire Truck, and the Haunted Hallway ($5)
Food & Snacks: Orchestra, PTSA, and other groups will be selling food and dinner options on site.
Parking & Shuttles: Shuttle buses will run to and from nearby overflow parking locations. Specific shuttle sites will be posted on the PRHS Trunk or Treat Info Page.
Host a Trunk & Get Involved!
Sponsoring a trunk is an excellent opportunity to connect with local families, promote your group, and support our students in a safe, fun environment!
Who Can Host: PRHS Clubs, Sports Teams, Honor Societies, Community Partners, Neighborhoods, Churches, and Local Businesses.
Why Host?
Clubs & Teams: Earn volunteer service hours, showcase your club, and compete in our Best Decorated Trunk Contest!
Community & Businesses: Engage with local families and showcase your Ridge Pride.
Host Requirements & Fees:
Trunk Fee: $25 per trunk (in support of Student Council hosted events).
Decorations: Pick a fun, family-friendly theme (spooky, sports, movies, games, etc.).
Treats: Provide individually wrapped candy, non-food treats, or small prizes.
Arrival Time: Arrive 60–90 minutes prior to event start (4:30 PM – 5:00 PM) for set-up and safety checks.
Sign-Up & Contact Info
Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot early!
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Sign-Up Form: Complete the PRHS Trunk Host Registration Form to reserve your space.
Questions? Contact the Student Council Event Coordinators:
Michelle Fowler: Michelle.Fowler@gcpsk12.org
Megan Rainwater: Megan.Rainwater@gcpsk12.org
Student Council Outreach: PRHSOutreach@gmail.com
Let’s make PRHS Trunk or Treat 2026 the best one yet—see you there!
Scholastic Images
Please visit the Scholastic Images website for your custom Class Rings, Letter Jackets, Senior Packages, and Personalized Announcement orders!
Scholastic Images will be on campus throughout the year during lunches. The next date is Wednesday, October 21.
GCPS Book Mobile 5K
Mark your calendars to support student literacy across Gwinnett! The Book Mobile 5K increases book access and literacy opportunities for children and families throughout our community.
Date & Time: Saturday, October 31, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Location: Instructional Support Center (ISC)
Registration: Sign up today at bookmobile5k.com (includes official event shirt!)
🏆 School Contest: The school with the most participants will win a visit from the Book Mobile!
Good News to Celebrate
Athletics Lions of the Month
August
Erika Wilson - Cross Country
Braxton Palmer - Football
Coach Tiabo - Cheerleading
Academic Letter Award
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate our Academic Letter Award recipients! We are proud to honor 469 students who earned an Academic Letter for the 2025–2026 school year by maintaining a 94%+ grade average across both semesters. Extra congratulations to the 122 Seniors who earned an Academic Medal for lettering all three years. Thank you for supporting our students' dedication to excellence!
Sofia Kim CTAE Student of the Year
Huge congratulations to Sofia Kim who has been named our CTAE Student of the Year!
Serving as the top-ranking officer in our NJROTC program, Cadet Commanding Officer Sofia Kim consistently demonstrated exemplary leadership, discipline, and dedication to service. In addition to earning top honors within the cadet navy, she is a CTAE Pathway Completer. Whether inspiring peers in uniform, performing community service projects, or excelling in classroom training, Sofia embodies the very best of career, technical, and agricultural education. Join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement!
Counseling Office
Upcoming College Visits
Click the button below to see which colleges and military admissions are coming to Peachtree Ridge. Colleges are constantly adding visits, so be sure to click the link to see the most up-to-date list. See the counseling office for more information.
College Preview Day
Georgia Gwinnett College is hosting an open house. Click on the links below to learn more.
Georgia Gwinnett College
Saturday, November 14 at 9 AM
Junior Night
October 27
6:30pm
PRHS Theater
9th and 10th Grade Parent Night
November 12
6:30pm
PRHS Theater
Class of 2027
Senior Information
Class of 2027 and their parents, WELCOME to your senior year. To stay up-to-date on all the senior activities and information:
- Check the Senior Website page (button above).
- Read the Monthly Senior Newsletter. Senior Newsletters are sent the first Friday of the Month.
- Join and check the Class of 2027 Google Classroom (Seniors only)
Senior Newsletters:
Ridge Recovery
School Plus
Peachtree Ridge High School’s Ridge Recovery program provides multiple options for students to earn back lost course credits. Sessions are offered multiple times throughout the year. School Plus is an after-school online supplementary class for all grade levels (9–12) to recover academic courses needed for graduation, and registration opens soon!
Credit Recovery (Seniors)
Designed exclusively for SENIORS who need to make up credit from a previously failed course. This after-school online program allows students to recover credit in just one month, helping them stay on track for graduation. Look for Session 3 Signup in late October.
PTSO
Peachtree Ridge High School PTSO
Peachtree Ridge High School’s PTSA has transitioned to PTSO (Parent Teacher Student Organization)! This change will help us build an even more inclusive and connected organization, bringing together parents, teachers, and students to support and strengthen our school community.
Join PTSO Today!
Please join PTSO through MyPaymentsPlus and become part of our growing school community.
📧 New PTSO Email: Peachtreeridgeptso@gmail.com
PRHS Community School News
Do you have a Question about:
Driver's Education?
SAT/ACT Prep Classes?
Defensive Driving?
ESOL?
Summer PE/Health?
Credit Recovery?
End Zone after-school tutoring?
Facility Rental?
Contact the Community School
CARE CLOSET
Is your family in need of food or hygiene items?
The Peachtree Ridge CARE Closet is available to our cluster families in need of shelf-stable food and hygiene items. To request a box or bag, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/TgTXip5zFCLc29qg6.
You may also contact the PRHS Community School to request items or donate to our CARE Closet.
Please reach out via email at prhs.communityschool@gcpsk12.org or by phone at 678-512-6041.
End Zone
Need tutoring? Use this link to sign up for tutoring in the End Zone.
Want to be an End Zone Tutor? Apply using this link.
PRHS Driver's Education
Peachtree Ridge Community School has five different sessions of Driver's Ed schedule for the 26-27 school year. Register on MyPaymentsPlus.com.
Driver's Education FAQ
When does class meet?
Session 1 - Oct 19 - Nov 4 - Mondays and Wednesdays, 3-8 PM in B206
Session 2 - Jan 19 - Feb 4 - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3-8 PM in B206
Session 3 - Mar 15 - 31 - Mondays and Wednesdays, 3-8 PM in B206
Session 4 - June 14 - 17 - Monday-Wednesday, 8AM-4PM, Thursday, 8AM-2PM, in B206
Session 5 - July 12 - 15 - Monday-Wednesday, 8AM-4PM, Thursday, 8AM-2PM, in B206
Do I need to attend every class to earn credit for Driver's Ed?
YES! You must be present at ALL classes to earn credit.
What should I bring to class?
You will need to bring a pencil, water bottle, and dinner or a snack.
What is the deadline to register?
Please see MPP for each session’s deadlines.
When do I get to practice driving?
Students must complete 30-hours of classroom learning, log 20 hours of driving time with a parent, and be comfortable behind the wheel, BEFORE driving time can be scheduled. Driving times are based on instructor and student availability and are scheduled on a first-response basis. We strive to complete driving with students within 120 days from course completion.
What does the class cost?
$450 - in-person class plus 6 hours driving, $385 - 6 hours driving ONLY
Additional driving time may be scheduled for $65/hour.
What if I have additional questions?
Contact Kim Hunsaker at 678-512-6041 or email prhs.communityschool@gcpsk12.org. Visit our page at https://peachtreeridgehs.gcpsk12.org/directory/community-school/drivers-education.
GDEC Driver's Education Grant Flyer
The Georgia Driver’s Education Commission offers the Georgia Driver’s Education Grant Scholarship Program to offer driver’s education to Georgia students.
Scholarship info:
May only be applied toward a standard 30/6 driver’s education course (30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind-the-wheel instruction).
The student’s parent/guardian must agree to complete forty (40) hours of supervised driving with the student.
Scholarships must be awarded before a student begins their driver’s education course
WHO CAN APPLY?
Georgia residents, ages 15-17
Must possess a valid Georgia Instructional Permit or Driver’s License
Students enrolling in a 30/6 Driver’s Education Program.
For more information on the GDEC scholarship AND TO APPLY:
https://www.gahighwaysafety.org/gdec-resources/
Email: gdec@gohs.ga.gov
Phone: 404-656-2769
Ongoing Items
Sophomore Parking
Peachtree Ridge is opening up 40 parking spots for Sophomores. This is first come first serve on MyPaymentsPlus. See Ms. Kim Hunsaker (Kim.Hunsaker@gcpsk12.org) in the front office if you have any questions.
Student Eligibility:
You must have a valid Driver's License LEARNERS PERMITS ARE NOT ACCEPTED!
Parking Fee:
$70 for the School Year- Register and Pay on MyPaymentsPlus under Events & Activities.
Permits are Non-Transferable and Non-Refundable!
Documents Required: DIGITAL COPIES ARE NOT ACCEPTED!
Copy of Driver's License Card/Temporary Paper DL
Copy of Current Automobile Insurance Card
Copy of MyPaymentsPlus Payment Receipt
AP Exam Registration Open!
AP Students registration for the AP exams opens September 25- November 2. Register and pay on MyPaymentsPlus. See your email for directions and more information.
Mane Event: Balloons and Online Store
Celebrate with balloons delivered by the school store!
Order Your 2026–2027 PRHS Yearbook
Don't miss out on capturing this school year's unforgettable memories! Secure your copy of the Peachtree Ridge High School yearbook early— guarantee your order by purchasing by January 31 before quantities become limited.
Seniors parents, you can also celebrate your graduate with a dedicated Senior Ad! Ads must be created and purchased by October 31.
How to Order: Visit YearbookOrderCenter.com and enter school code 25659 (or scan the QR code on the flyer).
Note: Purchasing a senior ad does NOT automatically include a yearbook, so be sure to order both!
