Student Experience

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Advisory

Advisory provides students dedicated time to connect with teachers and classmates in a relaxed, supportive space. It’s a time to talk, listen, and learn from one another while building real relationships and exploring what matters beyond the classroom.

Morning Classes

With an eight-day rotating schedule, each day offers something new. From Global Cultures and PE in middle school to French IV, Biblical Ethics, or AP Environmental Science in upper school, her classes are designed around her goals and interests—challenging, creative, and uniquely her own.

Lunch

Whether it’s stir-fry day, the baked potato bar, or a fresh grain bowl, she'll always find something delicious to keep her going. And of course, there’s always time to swing by for a cookie—or a swirl from the soft-serve ice cream machine.

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Clubs

From crochet or tea club to outdoor adventure or Model UN, she’ll find countless ways to explore, create, and connect beyond the classroom.

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Afternoon Classes

Afternoons bring a mix of challenge and creativity. Middle school students could be coding, exploring theater, or diving into art, while upper-schoolers might be refining research in AP Biology or preparing presentations for AP Seminar. No matter the subject, classes connect learning with real-world experience.

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After-School Enrichment

After-school enrichment keeps curiosity alive—from homework help and fitness opportunities to robotics or chess club—giving every girl the chance to learn, create, and grow beyond the classroom.

Evenings + Weekends

Evenings and weekends are filled with school spirit and connection. Students can often be found cheering on classmates at athletic events, attending theater productions or concerts, or joining friends from McCallie for fun coordinate activities. It’s a time to unwind, celebrate, and build community beyond the classroom.

Whole

"As a GPS student, you frequently have to manage a lot: meetings, clubs, classes, activities, etc. GPS has taught me the importance of balance, a form of time management that prioritizes what makes me feel most whole as a person. I've learned what matters most to me and how to invest my time into those settings so that I may make a real impact on my community."

–Mabry C.

Authentic

"I’ve learned that I don’t have to be the perfect person. At GPS, there’s room for mistakes, which has allowed me to grow tremendously. I’ve never been worried about what other girls might think of me, and in turn, I’ve been able to be my most authentic self."

–Sadie B.

Capable

"Throughout my time at GPS I've been pushed, challenged, and learned how to overcome obstacles and enjoy the reward that follows. I've grown in ways that I could never foresee, and been taught that no challenge is too big. Throughout every challenge I've been supported by my teachers and peers and encouraged to put my all into every pursuit."

–Gwyneth P.

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Our central location to downtown Chattanooga isn't just a point on a map—it's a vibrant part of who we are. Here, education extends beyond the classroom, with endless opportunities for hands-on learning, real-world impact, and meaningful connections—right where it matters most.