teen spotlight
photography by Lauren Childs
stats
18, Senior at Prattville Christian Academy
notable
Winner of Bryant-Jordan Regional Scholar-Athlete
Scholarship; Captain of Varsity Basketball Team; Captain of
Varsity Soccer Team; Member of Inaugural Chapel Pracitcum
Class at PCA; Member of Fellowship of Christian Athletes;
NHS; VP of SGA
motto
Nathan’s motto can be summed up with this quote: “A span of a
life is nothing. But the man who lives that span, he is something. He can fill that tiny span with meaning, so its quality is
immeasurable though its quantity may be insignificant.”
his story
Nathan is a star athlete and an outstanding student. He has
played basketball at PCA since 7th grade, and he’s been playing
soccer since 10th grade. Currently, he is the captain of both
Varsity teams. In addition to showing his athletic skill, Nathan
displays his academic talents as a member of the National
Honor Society and ‘A’ Honor Roll. He is a hard worker, with
experience spanning from lawn care to nursery volunteer work.
In all aspects of his life, Nathan strives to make every moment
count, no matter what he is doing.
what’s next
Nathan is interested in pursuing a career in Sports Medicine.
No matter what, he wants to be remembered as someone who
always pointed people to Christ.
PG (parental guidance) rating
When asked who has provided the most inspiration in his life,
he answered, “My parents have provided the most inspiration
in my life because of their ability to stay calm. Throughout my
childhood, they always were so patient with me even when I
messed up time after time.” He appreciates that his family is
comfortable being themselves and he enjoys spending quality
time with his parents.
nathan brackins
Montgomery, AL
parents’ perspective
Nathan’s parents admire his tenacity and leadership, noting that he
is “good at sticking with something until it is done.” His mother,
Janet, appreciates his “ability to see what everyone can contribute”
in a group setting.”
parent-to-parent
Wade and Janet urge other parents to communicate with
their children from a young age. In addition, they suggest
that parents take an interest in their children’s individual
interests. “Make sure they take ownership at an early age...early
‘failures’ will not kill them,” they offered when asked to give advice
to other parents.
L20 |
Summer 2016
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