FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
Dear Parents,
At Gilbert Christian we recognize the immense responsibility we have in partnering with you to nurture and grow your children academically. Our ultimate goal extends beyond academic achievement though as we seek to shape the hearts, minds, and character of our students according to the truth found in God’s Word.
Your children are taught that truth is not relative, but solely grounded in the unchanging Word of God. This foundation helps them to discern right from wrong, and equips them to stand firm in their faith, even when they encounter conflicting worldviews. On campus we are always focused on ways to build your child’s biblical knowledge and shape their worldview. One of the ways in which we do this is through Christian based curriculum.
Solid Christian curriculum helps students view the world through the lens of Scripture. Every subject—whether it’s science, history, mathematics, or literature—reflects God’s creation and purpose. You may have noticed that we have a new reading and math curriculum in K-5, and both of which are Christian curriculums. By integrating biblical truth into all aspects of learning, we are continually guiding your children to see God’s hand in various disciplines, helping them develop a consistent, Christ-centered worldview.
We believe that the spiritual and academic education of a child is most effective when all 3 pillars are aligned: church, home and school, working together, which is the heart of our mission statement. Your partnership is essential in reinforcing the truths we teach, and we are grateful for the opportunity to come alongside you as you guide your child to fully see the grace and love of God in everything.
Educating with eternity in mind,
FOOD DRIVE
Next Friday is the last day for our annual Food Drive to benefit City Hope. Please bring these items for your child’s grade level:
PreK & Kinder: Granola & Protein Bars
1st: Bags of Rice
2nd: Boxes of Cereal
3rd: Cans of Soup
4th: Cans of Veggies
5th: Boxes of Pasta
6th: Cans of Tuna or Chicken
7th: Cans of Fruit
8th: Peanut Butter
VETERANS DAY ASSEMBLY
Everyone Invited: Friday, November 8th, 8:10-9:15am
Veterans & their families – seating begins at 7:15am
All other families – seating begins at 7:45am
Veterans and their families – Registration
All families attending without a veteran do not need to RSVP.
For more details, please refer to the email sent by Mrs. Ehlers on October 24th.
MOTHER DAUGHTER BRUSH AND BRUNCH
The Mother Daughter Brush and Brunch is on Saturday, November 16th from 10:00am-12:00pm. Register for the event here.
Sign up here to volunteer for the event.
Mary Poppins Jr. – Thursday, November 21st – Saturday, November 23rd
Join us for a magical journey through London with Mary Poppins. Both our Green and Yellow Casts are a mixture of students from our GCS Agritopia, Val Vista and Greenfield Campuses.
Location: Greenfield Campus Gym – Extra parking is provided across the street at the GYSA Soccer Complex and we will have shuttles running before and after the shows.
Ticket Prices: $10 General Admission / $5 GCS Students
NO PARKING REMINDERS
- Please note that parking is not allowed in the club house parking lot even for a quick drop off in the morning.
- Please avoid parking in any grassy areas near the campus as we are currently re-seeding.
COOKING CLUB
Wednesdays: November 13th, 20th, and December 4th, 11th, and 18th
Grades 2-5
Time: 3:30-4:30
Cost: $150.00
The Cheftopia Cooking Club explores Sukkot, the Jewish holiday celebrating the fall harvest and the forty years spent in the desert after escaping slavery in Egypt. Students will mix math and taste geography while acquiring cooking skills like cracking eggs, measuring dry ingredients, liquids, and more in an exciting learning environment. All chopping and baked goodies are prepared prior to class so knives and hot materials are not used by students. To register, please contact Nancy Poweliet ([email protected]).
LOST & FOUND – COME GET YOUR ITEMS
Lost and found is full of lunch boxes and water bottles. Please come claim your items.
YEARBOOK ORDERS
Click here to purchase your Agritopia yearbook. $20 for a softcover & $25 for a hardcover now through December 31st. Make sure to keep your receipt for your records. Please contact [email protected] with any questions regarding yearbooks.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETICS
Game Days
11/2- 8 am- Tackle Football Playoffs @ GCHS
Assistant Baseball Coach Needed!
We are looking for a baseball coach to assist with our varsity team alongside Coach Hurtado. If you may be interested, need more info, or may know someone, please reach out to [email protected].
Winter Sports Registration Info
GCS participates in the Cactus Christian Schools League, and as such we are able to offer the following programs for the winter sports season: baseball (boys), softball (girls), and cross country (coed).
Registration deadline for winter sports is October 31. To register, the student athlete must have a completed physical that is current in the last 12 months. Once the physical is completed, registration can be finalized through Teamsnap.
Winter Sports Important Dates
11/4- 3:00-4:00 pm- Cross Country- First practice- AG Campus
11/5 | 3:30-5:30 pm- Softball Tryouts- Greenfield Campus
11/6 | 3:30-5:30 pm- Softball Tryouts- Greenfield Campus
11/12 | 6:00-8:00 pm- Baseball Tryouts- Greenfield Campus
GCS Youth Pitching Camp
November 2nd, 9:00am-12:00pm
The GCS Youth Pitching Camp allows players in 5th-8th grades to receive valuable instruction in the art of baseball pitching. Our goal is to equip pitchers with the tools they need to pitch at a high level. Players will go through a series of drills breaking down the mechanics, PFP (pitchers fielding practice), proper throwing progression, pick-offs, and the mental approach. Camp is led by GCHS Head Coach, Josh Bailey. Please reach out to Coach Bailey at [email protected] with any questions.
Check GCSKNIGHTS.COM for more athletic information.
IMPORTANT DATES
11/1: Father Son Challenge & MS Hang Night
11/8: Veterans Assembly
11/11: No School – Veterans Day
11/13-11/15: 6th Grade Signature Trip
11/16: Mother Daughter Brush and Brunch
11/19: Pay to Dress Day
