Principal’s Paragraph:
The world our children are growing up in is entirely different from the one we experienced in our childhood. We must protect them while we can, as before long they will be on their own. The staff at Gilbert Christian High School is dedicated to providing a strong, biblically based education for our students. You have made the decision to place your child at our campus so they can learn how to strengthen their faith and be under the protection of Christ followers. We appreciate the support we have received with our technology policy. We have all seen the misuse of technology lead to many sins, and GCHS will not permit this to happen during the instructional day. 2 Thessalonians 3:3-5 But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. We have confidence in the Lord that you are doing and will continue to do the things we command. May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance.
September Staff Birthdays
Jason Pasquariello – September 7th
Sam Moncivaiz – September 12th
Rachel Boylan – September 14th
Ike Birdsall – September 18th
Dorothy Whitney – September 19th
Michelle Petrey – September 24th
Marc Jette – September 26th
Holly Garza – September 28th
Mike Paasch – September 29th
*If you would like to bless our staff, here is the favorites list
Important Dates
9/27: Homecoming Football Game
9/28: Homecoming Dance
10/3-10/4: Freshmen Retreat at UCYC in Prescott
Chapel Recap
Chapel & small group will be held Wednesday, September 11th, from 9:40-11:34. Please avoid scheduling appointments during this time. This week, our Chapel time will focus on “Passing Through.” Students & staff will hear from Bible teacher Alex Miller, on what it means to be an elect exile. During small group time all students will be digging into the Gospel. This is the necessary foundation for both Identity (small group focus for 9th-11th) and adulthood (small group focus for 12th). Reminder, you can watch all previous Chapels here.
These are the songs we will be singing on Wednesday!
A Note from StuCo
Knight Nation: Support your Lady Knights on Wednesday, September 11th, as they take on ALA Ironwood. The volleyball match will start at 6pm. Our theme is USA! Let’s see your red, white, and blue!
Homecoming: We’re excited to announce that our 2024 Homecoming Dance, “At Last I See the Light,” is just around the corner, taking place on September 28th! Ticket sales have started, so be sure to secure your tickets before prices increase! Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration at the High School Gym from 7-10 PM. You won’t want to miss it!!
Purchase tickets and shirts here.
Shirt sales end this Friday, September 6th! Be sure to order yours today. These shirts will be worn during homecoming spirit week and can be worn on spirit days throughout the year.
Volunteer Corner
- Sign up here to bless the staff with snacks during our monthly all-staff meetings
- Sign up here if you (or your high school-age child) would like to watch staff kiddos during weekly Tuesday meetings.
A NOTE FROM OUR ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT
Congratulations to our varsity volleyball team for its victory at the Longhorn Invitational in Payson last weekend! The Knights went undefeated in pool and bracket play to bring home a shiny new plaque for their trophy case! Read about the team effort HERE.
Cross country got off to a great start at the Chandler Invite on Saturday, where 12 runners competed for GCHS! Half of the Knights’ participants medaled in the meet, and just about every returner bested their 2023 times from the same course. We are so proud of our hard-working XC team. Check out a summary of the event HERE.
Our swim team had its first meet yesterday in Sedona against Prescott and Sedona Red Rocks. Football was also in action last night, at ALA-Ironwood. No Friday Night Lights tonight, but we do have XC athletes competing bright and early tomorrow in the Great Western Equinox Invitational at Freestone Park. Be on the lookout for recaps, which can be found on gcsknights.com.
Go Knights!
ROOTED IN PRAYER
Parents, Grandparents, and all friends of GCHS are invited to join the team of volunteers that make up Rooted in Prayer every Wednesday morning that school is in session at 8AM. Praying aloud is not required and babies through preschool-aged children are welcome. Contact Mary for more information: [email protected].
Yearbooks
On sale now! Prices are based on a sliding scale. Order early and save money! Place your order here, Job #7107. Note: this link works best in the Chrome browser.
Questions? Email the yearbook adviser at [email protected].
Seniors automatically receive a yearbook – no need to place an order.
College & Career
Senior College Night: September 17th
Who: For all seniors and their parents/adults
What: An evening packed full of important information to make your senior year a success
When: Tuesday Evening, September 17th (doors open at 7:00pm to meet with local college and graduation supplies reps)
Meeting 7:30pm-8:30pm
Where: High School Cafeteria
Why: Order grad supplies, receive valuable information for college admissions, information on senior activities, baccalaureate, graduation, and more. You do not want to miss all of the pertinent information that will be shared!
Save the Date for our Christian College Fair- scan to register!
Juniors and Seniors: To find and apply for scholarships, sign up for Going Merry– it’s a free scholarship portal that offers personal matching.
Seniors interested in these six colleges: Amherst, Bowdoin, Carleton, Pomona College, Swarthmore, or Williams are invited to register for an event in Phoenix to meet the admissions teams from each school. Register Here.
