Grades nine through twelve at Gables are similar to those in a traditional high school setting. Students change classes, study a college prep or vocational school curriculum, participate in traditional high school activities (dances, fundraisers, yearbook, sports, arts, television, etc.). Every effort is made to guide seniors and postgraduates to actively explore opportunities in regular college classes or vocational-technical coursework on a joint enrollment basis. The joint effort with local colleges and technical schools provides counseling, course selection, career and goal orientation, and academic support to specific academic needs.

High School students at Gables are led, as appropriate, through PSAT and SAT, as well as guidance in choosing a college suitable to the student. In 1999, eighty percent of the graduates pursued college educations; one hundred percent of the graduating class of 2001 are now attending institutions of higher learning. If students do not choose to pursue the college prep curriculum, every advantage is given them through vocational counseling by the Gables staff, and by representatives from State of Georgia and other human service agencies.

Higher academic level classes emphasize not only the basic skills needs of verbal and written communication and mathematics, but also those skills necessary for the students to become completely functional adults. Certain skill areas such as learning strategies, citizenship, vocational surveys, problem solving, and interpersonal relationships serve to round out a young man or woman and prepare them for life beyond high school.

Our 2002 Valedictorian is now publishing a book.

Gables Academy is an international community of diverse learners.