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Private Boarding and Day School | Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
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Private Boarding and Day School | Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School
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Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School is a premier PreK-12 boarding and day school nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia. We inspire students to grow in character, intellect, and spirit – prepared for a lifetime of leadership and service.
Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School was founded in 1903 with a bold mission: to provide transformative educational opportunities in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Today, our 1,400 acre campus is a place where students from across the globe come together to learn, grow, and lead. Dive into the exceptional academics, vibrant community, and rich history that make Rabun Gap unique.
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As you explore the opportunities at Rabun Gap, you’ll discover a community where students actively engage with learning that extends far beyond the classroom. From signature programs like Circus Arts and Nation Builders to mentorship by distinguished faculty, every experience is designed to inspire growth and creativity. Here, students not only develop their skills—they find their voice and chart their own unique path to success.
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of students involved in extracurricular activites
I really enjoy the natural beauty of Rabun Gap. I especially love running with the team during the fall when all of the trees are lit up in yellow and orange.
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Athlete. Performer. Scholar. Bailey is thriving on a campus that challenges her to explore it all.
Bailey has been setting records and breaking barriers since she joined Rabun Gap in fifth grade. A
state champion and national competitor in track and cross country
, Bailey thrives on the school’s stunning mountain trails, where her passion for running first took root. She holds multiple school records and proudly brought home the NCISAA title in the 3,200-meter run.
But Bailey’s story at Rabun Gap isn’t just about winning races. One of her proudest moments came when she stepped off the track and onto the stage at MADFest, the School’s student talent showcase. There, Bailey
captured the Audience Choice Award
with her memorable performance, showing she’s more than just a runner—she’s a well-rounded student who takes bold steps in all areas.
Bailey’s academic drive matches her athletic talent. At the Applied Learning Summit, she collaborated with peers to present a research project on international relations in Colombia, a testament to her curiosity and leadership in the classroom.
“Rabun Gap has taught me passion and curiosity. I’ve found new levels of excellence in athletics, academics, and the arts that I didn’t know I had before,”
What makes Rabun Gap special to me is the strong sense of community; everyone supports each other, and it truly feels like a family. It’s a place where I’ve been able to grow, challenge myself, and feel accepted for who I am.
Gianna is building confidence and connections—at home in the pool, the classroom, and the boarding community.
Gianna arrived at Rabun Gap from Jamaica in 2024, joining the
boarding program as an international student
. Though miles from home, she found a welcoming community where her teachers, dorm parents, and teammates made her feel supported and empowered from day one.
Gianna’s love for swimming flourished here. As a dedicated member of the
Rabun Gap swim team
, she’s built meaningful friendships while improving her skills in the pool. But her growth isn’t limited to athletics. Gianna shines in the classroom, particularly in
Humanities
, where she’s discovered a passion for critical thinking and global perspectives.
“In the classroom, I’ve grown so much more confident. Teachers like Ms. Caro have believed in me and helped me realize what I’m truly capable of."
Her Rabun Gap experience is helping her become a bold, independent thinker and compassionate leader, ready to make a difference anywhere in the world.
I love the STEAM program where I get to build things that really benefit the Middle School.
James is thriving in Rabun Gap’s Middle School, where the hands-on, applied learning environment gives him the freedom to explore his passions.
A standout in the STEAM program, James built and coded a real-time monitoring system for the greenhouse—an impressive project that showcases both his curiosity and technical skill.
But James isn’t just a builder—he’s a creator across campus. He rocks out on the electric guitar, performing at MADFest and even playing the national anthem at a varsity baseball game. He also puts his creative talents to work in the arts, designing posters and marketing materials for the all-school musical. When he’s not coding or performing, you can find him on the tennis courts after school.
“In Middle School, you get to have a lot more responsibility and freedom. I enjoy that I get to do what I really like to do, which is engineer things.”
Rabun Gap is a place defined by opportunities. It’s where I’ve grown, built friendships, and discovered who I want to become.
Greg is seizing every opportunity—from the circus stage to championship fields!
When Greg joined Rabun Gap’s
Middle School boarding program
in seventh grade, he was already an accomplished bassist. But his journey didn’t stop there. At Rabun Gap, Greg embraced every opportunity to grow—on the field, on stage, and around the world.
Greg has performed with our orchestra and was a standout in our winter musical. He’s also been front and center in our
renowned Circus Arts program
, dazzling audiences with his daring performances. A key member of the
state championship football team
, Greg proves that students here don’t have to choose just one passion.
He’s a leader in the classroom too, taking college-level math and participating in the
Nationbuilders leadership program
. Greg even traveled to Belgium to collaborate with international students on a documentary project commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge.
“I was not very confident with myself the first two years here at Rabun Gap. But through afterschool activities, I performed in the musical both in the orchestra and as a cast member, and in the circus show being on aerial apparatus and performing acrobatic skills."
My favorite thing about Rabun Gap are the teachers and the people, because everyone is really nice and really caring.
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Bear and Ollie found a place where their unique interests are nurtured, their curiosity is celebrated, and their passions are supported—whether they’re in the classroom, on the stage, or out on the field.
Siblings
Bear (6th Grade) and Ollie (4th Grade) have called Rabun Gap-Nacoochee School home since kindergarten.
For Bear, learning is an adventure. He’s especially captivated by American history. Science is another favorite, where he gets hands-on with space studies, chemical experiments, and learning how the world works. Outside of class, you’ll find Bear on the soccer field, practicing jiu-jitsu, and reading. He also has a love for scuba diving when his family travels, showing just how big his sense of adventure really is.
Ollie thrives in creative spaces. Her favorite part of school is narrative writing. When she's not crafting new stories, you’ll find her dancing and drawing. She's especially proud to be a part of Rabun Gap’s competition dance team and loves the beauty of the campus she’s growing up on.
“Rabun Gap is a fun school where you get to try cool things like lacrosse, soccer, tennis, swimming, track, STEAM, art, and music.
Whether it was helping me prepare for college interviews or simply answering a question I had, my teachers always made time for me.
Rabun Gap gave Anthony the tools, mentorship, and confidence to lead—and now, he’s ready for what’s next.
As the 2025 valedictorian and STAR Student, Anthony’s journey is a testament to what’s possible when passion meets opportunity in a supportive community.
Anthony excelled in every corner of campus life. Whether leading as a peer tutor, captaining the varsity golf team, or founding the Finance Club, he made the most of his time at Rabun Gap. Through our Nation Builders global leadership program, he tackled real-world challenges, analyzing economic trends to support sustainable development in Colombia.
Anthony’s well-rounded experience didn’t stop with academics. He is an All-Conference golfer ranked among the top 75 in the state. He also gained hands-on business experience through local internships and summer jobs.
Now, he's headed to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he plans to pursue his passion for finance and law.
At Rabun Gap, every opportunity to engage is a step toward excellence. Our students leave an indelible mark—earning placements at top universities, competing on national and international stages, and making meaningful contributions in their communities. The journey doesn’t end here; it’s just the beginning of a lifetime of achievement and purpose.
U.S. News & World Report
colleges accepted
over half of the Class of 2025
Zoe Owens '18 graduated magna cum laude and Order of the Coif from Georgetown University Law Center with a Certificate in WTO and International Trade Studies. During law school, Zoe was a member of the Georgetown Law Global Law Scholars and was one of the organization's Fellows during her final year. She also participated in the Georgetown Law Journal, where she served as an Executive Editor for the Annual Review of Criminal Procedure, and the RISE program.
She spent her first summer at the United States International Trade Commission, where she helped with antidumping and countervailing duty investigations. During law school, she was also able to gain valuable experience through placements at the Preclusion Project, an organization that assists aid organizations in their compliance with U.S. foreign policy on reproductive rights, and the Responsible Business Conduct Advisory Committee, which provides advice from outside experts to the State Department on developments in the Business and Human Rights space. In her final semester, she participated in the International Economic Law Practicum, a member of the TradeLab clinic network, during which she worked on a team providing a report on customs modernization in the Western Balkans for the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Commercial Law Development Program.
In her second-year summer, she was a Summer Associate at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP, where she worked on international trade, CFIUS, sanctions, and export control matters. She will return to the firm’s National Security Group in September of 2025, where she will continue working on cutting-edge legal developments.
Zoe graduated from Wellesley College, where she double majored in Political Science and Chinese Language and Culture and studied Russian language. During her time at Rabun Gap, Zoe was active in Cirque, dance, theatre, and Model UN. She also served as a prefect and Gap Guide.
"Rabun Gap will always hold a special place in my heart for its role in guiding me toward the path that I am on. Going to a school with such a larger presence of international students opened up my eyes beyond Georgia and made me realize that I wanted to do work that touched on the broader world."
From the mountains of Rabun Gap to the heart of Hollywood, Micah Cyrus ’04 lives his dream as a television producer, screenwriter, and director.
After graduating from USC with a degree in Spanish and Cinematic Arts, Micah began his career in international film distribution with Summit Entertainment/Lionsgate across titles like Twilight, The Hunger Games, and The Perks of Being a Wallflower. His love for storytelling led him to UCLA’s prestigious Screenwriting program and eventually to the writers’ rooms of hit shows like
The Resident
(Fox),
Step Up: High Water
(Starz),
All American
(The CW), and
Enigma Variations
(Netflix) where he now serves as a Supervising Producer.
Micah credits Rabun Gap’s arts program and MADFest, the student talent showcase, for sparking his creative fire. Winning “Best in Show” two years in a row for a student-written scene performance and a music and dance number that both ignited a passion that’s guided his career ever since.
“The arts at Rabun Gap showed me that my stories and voice mattered, and they will ultimately be the conduit to help someone feel seen and connected."
Andrew Skinner ’14 has always been drawn to stories, especially the ones told through music. That passion has taken him from Rabun Gap’s inspiring arts program to Argentina’s cultural epicenter, where he worked to preserve a fading chapter of musical history.
Inspired by Rabun Gap’s global community and vibrant arts program, Andrew developed an early passion for music and meaningful connections. That foundation propelled him to pursue a master of music degree in music production, technology, and innovation from Berklee, and ultimately led to international recognition for his work preserving Argentinian folk music.
In 2021, Andrew was awarded a prestigious Fulbright grant to research and document the lives of musicians from the Nuevo Cancionero movement, a revolutionary style of Argentine folk music known for its poetic lyrics and powerful social messages. Over nine months in Mendoza, he recorded stories, produced podcasts, and collaborated with local artists to celebrate this deeply influential art form.
In 2023, Andrew received a Latin Grammy Foundation grant to continue that work, preserving a treasure trove of unreleased recordings from the iconic Zanessi Studios. Working with studio owner Daniel Zanessi and descendants of the original musicians, he digitized aging tapes and brought forgotten voices back to life.
“Rabun Gap showed me the power of culture, community, and creative expression. This work is a way of giving back, through music, memory, and shared history.”
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