FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
Hi Agritopia Families,
Over Spring Break, I took the time to read through Worry-Free Girls by Sissy Goff. As promised, this is the next book review following my previous review of Raising Emotionally Strong Boys. My hope is that these reviews provide helpful insight as we work together to raise children who are emotionally resilient and grounded in their faith.
In Worry-Free Girls, Sissy Goff, a seasoned counselor, addresses the growing issue of anxiety among young girls. She offers practical tools and biblically based guidance to help them navigate their fears with confidence. The book does a great job of explaining why so many girls struggle with worry today and provides parents with actionable steps to support their daughters in developing healthier thought patterns.
One of the book’s strengths is its emphasis on equipping girls with strategies to manage their emotions while leaning on God’s truth. Goff’s experience shines through in the relatable examples she shares, and many of her insights align with our goal of raising strong, faith-filled young women.
That said, I do want to note that there are a couple of minor mentions in the book that I personally do not agree with—the use of the Enneagram Test and the recommendation of Jesus Calling. If you would like more information, please send me an email.
Overall, Worry-Free Girls provides valuable perspectives on helping girls navigate anxiety while keeping faith at the center. I highly recommend this book and believe many parents will find it insightful and encouraging.
Educating with eternity in mind,
STEP UP TO 6TH GRADE MEETING
Mrs. Shue will be hosting an Introduction to GCS Middle School meeting for all 5th-grade parents on Monday, April 14th, from 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM in the cafeteria. This session will provide an overview of what you and your child can expect in 6th grade and offer an opportunity to ask any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!
MOTHER SON EVENT
Deadline to register for the event is THIS Monday, March 31st at 11:59pm MST
This is a hard deadline due to vendor planning.
Our first annual Mother Son Event on NEXT Friday, April 4th from 6pm-8pm! This event will be off campus at Pecan Lake Entertainment in Queen Creek.
Register for the event HERE.
YEARBOOK ORDERS
***April 7th is the FINAL DAY to order a yearbook!***
Click here to purchase your Agritopia yearbook. $40 for a softcover & $45 for a hardcover now through April 7th. Make sure to keep your receipt for your records. Please contact [email protected] with any questions regarding yearbooks.
CLUBS IN QUARTER 4
MONDAYS: Young Rembrandts & STEAM Shark Tooth Island
TUESDAYS: Chess & Classical Ballet
WEDNESDAYS: Cheftopia Cooking Club
THURSDAYS: Amazing Athletes, American Heritage Girls, Spotlight MS Choir
PAY TO DRESS DAY
Wednesday, April 16th is our final Pay to Dress Day for the school year! For $3, your child can dress in non-uniform clothing to school. All proceeds will go towards GCS events and a portion will be donated to City Hope.
Use the link HERE to pay.
DRIVELINE REMINDER
Please remember that you cannot stop on Promenade Lane (road between the campus and the park) to pick up your middle school child. We are experiencing a backup in driveline from cars picking up younger children, then stopping on Promenade Lane to pick up their older children from the park. In order to relieve the traffic back up, please make sure that your children are only picked up at campus driveline.
STAFF SHOUT OUT
Have you noticed a staff member you’d like to recognize? Whether they’ve gone above and beyond or made a positive impact, use our Staff Shout-Out Link to recognize their great work and let them know they’re making a difference!
MIDDLE SCHOOL ATHLETICS
3/31- Basketball Games vs. North Valley
4pm- JV Boys
5 pm- Varsity Girls
6 pm- Varsity Boys
4/2- Basketball Games vs. Valley Christian
4 pm- JV Girls
5 pm- JV Boys
6 pm- Varsity Girls
7 pm- Varsity Boys
4/3 | 3:30 pm- Golf Tournament @ Las Colinas
4/3- Basketball Games @ PCDS
3:30 pm- JV Girls
3:30 pm- Varsity Boys
4:30 pm- Varsity Girls
4:30 pm- JV Boys
IMPORTANT DATES
4/4: Mother Son Event at Pecan Lake Entertainment
4/11: Easter Chapel (K-2 12:45-1:15, 3-5 11:05-11:35 am, Middle School 12-12:35 pm)
4/16: Pay to Dress Day (Link to Pay)
4/17: Science Expo
4/18: Good Friday | No School
4/21: Easter Break | No School
