Trinity Collegiate’s Valedictorian Receives President’s Scholarship to Georgia Tech

Amanda Grubb, Trinity Collegiate School’s 2010 Valedictorian, has recently been awarded Georgia Tech’s top, completely merit-based scholarship – The President’s Scholarship. Almost 7,000 students applied for the scholarship, making this year the most competitive yet. Only the most outstanding 110 students received this prestigious award, making Amanda one the top students in the nation.

Amanda, the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Larry Grubb, was captain of her school’s math team, lettered in volleyball and softball, was president of the Interact Club, has been a violin student for ten years and was a member of the Florence-Darlington Strings Association. During her 6 years at Trinity Collegiate School, Amanda maintained high-honors status every semester.

“We are very proud of Amanda’s accomplishments. Trinity Collegiate School has served her well by opening the door to many opportunities that led to her success and we feel she is well prepared for the road ahead,” said Mrs. Grubb.

The President’s Scholarship is worth $100,000 over the next four years, but it represents much more than just money. Amanda will have access to scholarships to study abroad, she will have early registration for housing, and she will enjoy being a part of a community of scholars and leaders involved in all aspects of Georgia Tech, including research, music, leadership, journalism and community service. Amanda plans to major in Aerospace Engineering at Georgia Tech.

Amanda Grubb and Georgia Tech Alumni Mr. Matt Moore and Dr. Noel Phipps

5-26-10

Trinity Collegiate Football Player Invited to Play at Elon University

Trinity Collegiate School’s Brian Gerwig, who played offensive and defensive line for the school’s inaugural season, didn’t let a new program get in his way of demanding some Southern Conference attention, specifically that of recruiters from Elon University. Gerwig, along with his teammates, enjoyed a successful first season upon which the Titan football program will continue to build. “I knew early on in the season that Brian held great promise for our team. He did an excellent job for us and will be an asset to Elon,” said Trinity Collegiate’s Head Coach, Fred Avent.

Gerwig comes from a family of collegiate football players. His father, Robert Gerwig, was a running back at the Colorado School of Mines. His paternal grandfather, Jerry Gerwig, was a defensive lineman for West Virginia University. His maternal grandfather, Burrell Harold Landes, Jr. played defensive end at Washburn University. Gerwig, who has been recruited to play offensive guard for Elon, will begin his conditioning and training with 95 other student-athletes this summer. Gerwig will have the opportunity to strengthen his skills on McKinnon Field, one of the most current, state-of-the-art fields anywhere.

“We’re thrilled that our son’s experience at Trinity Collegiate School has led to this incredible opportunity to continue his education and athletic pursuits as a student-athlete at Elon,” said Gerwig’s father.

Spring practice at Trinity Collegiate is well under way. With so many returning starters, the upcoming season looks promising. The team will spend the summer conditioning and be ready for kick-off in September.

Bob Gerwig, Kelli Gerwig, Brian Gerwig, Fred Avent (Trinity Collegiate Football Head Coach)

5-26-10

EXCELLENCE IN THE NATIONAL GREEK EXAM

AT TRINITY COLLEGIATE SCHOOL!

Kiefer Johnson, a Junior, who competed in the National Greek Exam in March 2010, won the Highest Honors. This year, 1688 students from 150 High Schools, Colleges, and Universities in the US and in some foreign countries enrolled in the competition. The National Greek Exam is part of the American Classical League and the National Junior Classical League.