January 13, 2026Southern Preparatory Academy is pleased to announce the appointment of CAPT Raoul Rall as our new Commandant of Cadets and Dean of Student Affairs. CAPT Rall brings a deep commitment to student development, academic excellence, and leadership education as Southern Prep continues to strengthen campus life and the
Alabama’s CHOOSE Act opens Friday, January 2, 2026! This is the news Alabama families have been waiting for! The application window for the Alabama CHOOSE Act officially opens Friday, January 2nd for the 2026-2027 school year. This program offers eligible families up to $7,000 per student to invest in the
November 13, 2025 CAMP HILL, AL — The Board of Trustees of Southern Preparatory Academy has approved a major initiative to transition to an all-volunteer Corps of Cadets program beginning with the Spring 2026 semester. This change represents the next step in the Academy’s evolution from an all-male military academy
June 23, 2025 Camp Hill, AL – Southern Preparatory Academy is proud to introduce a series of scholarships specifically for new incoming students, available beginning this academic year (2025-2026). These scholarships are designed to reward excellence, character, leadership, and service across a wide range of student backgrounds and interests. A
June 18, 2025 Southern Preparatory Academy Names Roland Bell as New Maintenance Director Camp Hill, AL – Southern Preparatory Academy is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Roland Bell as its new Maintenance Director. Bell will continue to serve as Head Football Coach and Head Golf Coach while bringing
June 11, 2025 Camp Hill, AL – Southern Preparatory Academy is proud to announce the appointment of Mr. Blaine Thompson as the new Dean of Academics. A respected educator and thoughtful leader, Mr. Thompson brings a wealth of experience and vision to this vital role as the Academy continues to
Congratulations to our cadets who made the President’s List or Dean’s List for the fourth quarter of the 2024-2025 school year!
April 28, 2025 In Loving Memory of Reverend Carroll DeVon “Von” McQueen, Jr.December 5, 1946 — April 15, 2025Southern Preparatory Academy mourns the loss of Reverend Carroll DeVon McQueen, Jr., known to many simply as “Von.” A 1966 graduate of Lyman Ward Military Academy, Rev. McQueen was a pillar of
March 28, 2025 Beginning in the summer of 2025 and the 2025-2026 school year, Southern Prep is expanding! We are opening our campus to male and female day students in grades 7-12. While boarding will remain male-only and military-based, day students (male & female) will have the option to participate
Today, we celebrate our cadets who made the President’s List or Dean’s List for the third quarter of the 2024-2025 school year!
A story from the dairying days of Southern Industrial Institute, featuring a mention of the man considered to be the Father of Veterinary Medicine in the South, Dr. Charles Allen Cary.
Today, we celebrate our cadets who made the President’s List or Dean’s List for the second quarter of the 2024-2025 school year!
Today, we celebrate our cadets who made the President’s List or Dean’s List for the second quarter of the 2023-2024 school year!
July 19, 2024 We are proud to announce that Southern Prep is a 2023-2024 National Beta School of Distinction! Southern Prep earned this recognition by increasing their club’s membership by at least 10% from the last year. National Beta School of Distinction is an honor for Beta clubs striving towards
July 19, 2024 We are proud to announce that Southern Prep is a 2023-2024 National Beta School of Merit! Southern Prep earned this recognition by offering National Beta to all eligible grades on our campus. National Beta School of Merit is given to honor a club’s dedication and commitment to
As we leave today, we start a new beginning. A beginning full of opportunities. Will you take them? On behalf of the class of ‘24 I would like to give our appreciation to all those who pushed us to be the men we are today. And to the class of ‘24, all I have left to say is today is the day. Hooah!
April 22, 2024 It is with great pleasure that we announce Colonel Corey M. Ramsby as the 12th President of Southern Preparatory Academy! With an impressive career spanning three decades, Col Ramsby brings a wealth of experience and leadership to our institution. Currently serving as and retiring as the Commander
The President’s Medal for Meritorious Service is awarded to individuals that go above and beyond the normal call of duty to support the mission of the academy. This year’s medal is awarded to Mr. Jerry Beason, class of 1953. Yes, you read that right…Mr. Beason graduated 70 years ago this spring!
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