August 23, 2024
Dear Board of Trustees, Staff, Alumni, Families and Students,
I am deeply honored and grateful to have been welcomed into this esteemed institution as your new President. From the moment I stepped onto campus, I have been struck by the profound sense of history, tradition, and community that defines our academy.
Our school’s rich military and religious heritage is a testament to the values of discipline, honor, and faith that have guided generations of young men through their formative years. It is a privilege to join a team that holds these principles in such high regard and integrates them into every aspect of our educational experience.
To the Board of Trustees, thank you for entrusting me with the responsibility of leading this remarkable institution. Your dedication and vision have been instrumental in shaping the academy’s legacy, and I am eager to work alongside you to build upon this strong foundation.
To the staff, your commitment to excellence and unwavering support for our students is truly inspiring. I look forward to collaborating with each of you as we strive to provide the highest quality education and foster an environment where every cadet can thrive.
To our esteemed alumni, your achievements and continued involvement with the academy are a source of great pride. Your experiences and successes serve as a beacon for our current students, and I am excited to engage with you to further strengthen our alumni network and support our mission.
To the families of our cadets, your love, support, and encouragement are the bedrock upon which our cadets build their success. Thank you for entrusting us with the education and development of your sons. Your involvement and commitment are invaluable to our academy, and we are grateful for your partnership.
To the cadets, you are the heart and soul of our academy. Your dedication to your studies, your respect for our traditions, and your enthusiasm for the future are what make this school a special place. I am committed to ensuring that you have the resources, opportunities, and support you need to succeed and grow into the leaders we need ready to take on the work of life.
Thank you all for the warm welcome and for your continued support. Together, we will honor our past, embrace the present, and look forward to a future filled with promise and possibility.
With gratitude and respect,
Col Corey M. Ramsby
President
Southern Preparatory Academy
