Ridge News
February 6, 2025-2026 Issue 12
Important Dates
Curriculum Office
The 2026-2027 Course Registration
Please make sure you keep the Ridge News: Special Curriculum Edition handy as your guide to the 2026-2027 Registration Process. This includes all information, dates, and processes of creating a successful 2026-2027 Schedule for your student.
General Announcements
FAFSA Assistance Night
February 26, 6:00-7:30 PM
Media Center Lab
Representatives from the GSFC and colleges will help seniors and families complete the 2025-26 FAFSA. It notes that a FSA ID must be created prior to the event.
RSVP Here
Suwanee Youth Leaders Program
The application is open and will close March 31st. CURRENT 9th and 10th grade students who attend Peachtree Ridge HS are eligible to apply and participate. This is a nine month leadership program. Check out their website for details and an application: https://www.suwanee.com/engage/suwanee-youth-leaders
All Pro Dad
February 19th 6:20 AM
PRHS Media Center "Collab Corner"
Good News to Celebrate
Athletics Lions of the Month
November
Lyna Elbouadili - Cheerleading
Ryan Nelson - Wrestling
Coach Griffin - Basketball
STAR Student and Teacher
The STAR student program is designed to recognize the high school senior with the highest SAT Score. Congratulations to the Peachtree Ridge Star Student and Teacher.
STAR Student: Julia (Eun Jae) Lee
STAR Teacher: Mrs. Briana Curtis
State Swim and Dive Meet
Peachtree Ridge swimmers earned individual qualification for the GHSA State Swim Meet this weekend. The following swimmers are advancing to the State Competition.
Isaac Widjaja
Ryan Qi
Jenna Vo
Michelle Carrasco
Hannah Sakaris
Natalia Amescua
David Jimenez
Ethan Manurung
Jason Tan
Declan Somphone
Kaden Somphone
Zac Budihardjo
Lily Okeson
Counseling Office
Upcoming College Visits
Click the button below to see which colleges and military admissions is coming to Peachtree Ridge. See the counseling office for more information.
Maxwell Open House
February 10th
5:00-7:00 PM
Maxwell High School
Click here for more information about Maxwell High School
Maxwell Program Brochure
Applications close on February 20th
Grayson Tech Open House
February 10th
5:30-7:00PM
Grayson High School
Click here for more information about Grayson Tech
Applications close on February 20th
Ridge Recovery and School Plus
School Plus Session 4 Registration is from Feb. 9-March 1.
Seniors: Ridge Recovery Session 5 Registration opens Feb. 25-March 2.
See the Ridge Recovery website for more information on how to sign up.
Class of 2026
Senior Information
Class of 2026 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 Newsletter are sent the first Friday of the Month.
- Join the Class of 2026 Google Classroom (Seniors only)
Senior Newsletters:
PTSA
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
Online Summer Health and PE
Registration is now open on MyPaymentsPlus for our Online Summer Health and PE courses at PRHS. Space is limited, so please sign up ASAP! As a reminder, rising 9th Graders will need to take both Summer Health and PE simultaneously.
The cost is $500. Courses are Monday-Friday, June 1-24 with no classes on June 19. Courses are taught completely online and asynchronously by PRHS instructors. Instructors will communicate with parents and students 1-2 weeks before the course starts to share syllabus, pacing guides, and office hours.
Summer Health & PE FAQs
Q: IS THERE AN IN-PERSON REQUIREMENT?
A: These courses are fully online with no in-person requirements, but certified Peachtree Ridge High School instructors are available for virtual support.
Q: WHAT IS THE COST FOR THESE COURSES?
A: The cost is $250 for each course, for a total of $500.
Q: HOW CAN I REGISTER FOR THIS COURSE?
A: You may register and pay on MyPaymentsPlus.
Q: HOW CAN THE STUDENT CONTACT THEIR TEACHER?
A: Instructors are available for virtual support and will share their office hours before the course starts.
Q: WHEN ARE THE COURSES OFFERED?
A: Courses are offered asynchronously from June 1-June 24, with no classes on June 19.
Q: IS IT REQUIRED TO TAKE HEALTH AND PE ONLINE?
A: Rising 9th Graders need to take both Health and PE courses. Taking them online is optional.
Q: HOW IS THIS COURSE DIFFERENT FROM IN-PERSON?
A: Both courses cover the same content as in-person PRHS courses, but these ones are taught fully online in 17 days.
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.
Ongoing Items
Semester 2 AP Exam Registration Open
Students who are taking a new AP exam in the Spring Semester, registration is open on MyPaymentsPlus. Registration and payments for Semester 2 AP Exams will be open through February 28th.
Prom Early
A Tale as Old as Time
- Prom is Saturday, March 21st at Gas South
- Tickets are sold on GoFan for $90 until March 7.
- Students can purchase 2 tickets under their PRHS ID number.
- Guests must be between 14-20 years old.
Questions can be emailed to elaine.vernon@gcpsk12.org
Scholastic Images
Please visit the Scholastic Images website for your custom Class Rings, Letter Jackets, Senior Packages, and Personalized Announcement orders! Click this link for more information.
Scholastic Images will be on campus throughout the year during lunches. The next date is Friday, February 27th.
Order your Yearbook Now
Yearbooks can be ordered at yearbookordercenter.com #25659.
Order by January 31 to be guaranteed a copy. After January 31, the final bulk order is placed and books are sold either until we sell out or May 15. Senior yearbooks will be distributed at the Senior Picnic and Underclass books May 4-5 in the Commons during all lunches. Email Natalie Bahun(A112) with questions.
Peachtree Ridge High School Launches All Pro Dad Chapter (Ridge Dads) – 30 with Dad Series
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our All Pro Dad Chapter (Ridge Dads) at Peachtree Ridge High School! All Pro Dad is a fun and meaningful program designed to bring dads (or father figures) and their teens together. Through this initiative, families will have opportunities to connect, grow, and build lasting memories. Click the link to learn more and sign up.
Mane Event: Balloons and Online Store
Celebrate with balloons delivered by the school store!
PRHS Driver's Education
Peachtree Ridge Community School has five different sessions of Driver's Ed schedule for the 25-26 school year. Register on MyPaymentsPlus.com.
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
Driver's Education FAQ
When does class meet?
Session 1 - Oct 15-Nov 3 - Mondays and Wednesdays, 3-8 PM in B206
10/15, 10/20, 10/22, 10/27, 10/29, 11/3
Session 2 - Jan 20-Feb 5 - Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3-8 PM in B206
1/20, 1/22, 1/27, 1/29, 2/3, 2/5
Session 3 - Mar 11-Apr 1 - Mondays and Wednesdays, 3-8 PM in B206
3/11, 3/16, 3/18, 3/23, 3/30, 4/1
Session 4 - June 1-4- Monday-Wednesday, 8AM-4PM, Thursday, 8AM-2PM, in B206
Session 5 - July 13-16 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.