From our Principal:
Dear Greenfield Parents,
In partnership with all of you, I wanted to address a matter that holds significant importance in shaping the minds and Christian worldview of our precious students. In a world increasingly dominated by digital media, it has become essential for us as parents and educators to guide our children toward making discerning choices in their media consumption.
“The eye is the lamp of the body. So, if your eye is healthy, your whole body will be full of light, but if your eye is bad, your whole body will be full of darkness. If then the light in you is darkness, how great is the darkness.” Matthew 6:22-23
When it comes to media of all kinds, we must be alert and discerning, evaluating absolutely everything. I know this is a daunting task but you are not alone. We are here to help you protect your children.
On that note, I just received new alarming examples of the dangers of the Roblox platform. Please read this great resource, and view the video that Today reported about the alarming content. No child of any age should use this platform.
Here are some ways you can be vigilant with social media platforms, movies, video games, and television shows:
Content Evaluation: Take the time to review the content of movies, games, television shows, and social media platforms your child engages with. Consider whether they promote positive values, respect for others, and wholesome entertainment.
Age-Appropriateness: Ensure that the media your child consumes is appropriate for their age and maturity level. Many resources, such as Common Sense Media and Protecting Young Eyes, can provide guidance on age-appropriate content.
Family Values: Reiterate your family’s Christian values and expectations regarding media consumption. Encourage your child to make choices that align with these values.
Together, we can equip our students as they grow to make thoughtful media choices that reflect our Christian worldview.
Impacting the world for Christ,
Important Dates
September 1st: Labor Day – No School
September 11th: Patriot Day
September 15th-19th: Spirit Week (details below)
September 22 – Food Drive Begins (details coming soon)
September 22nd-26th: MAP testing for students
September 29 – Hearing and Vision Screening (details coming soon)
September 30 – Picture Retake Day
Upcoming September Staff Birthdays
David Caruana – September 9th
Meghan Johnson – September 9th
Cindy Branton – September 10th
Karissa Majeski – September 14th
Amy Majeski – September 16th
Kristin Smith – September 20th
Karen Farrish – September 21st
Jene Woods – September 24th
*If you would like to bless our staff, here is the favorites list
Ladies Bible Study
Calling all Ladies! We are excited to begin our next ladies bible study on Mondays at 8am in room 305, running for 4 weeks from Sept. 8-29th.
This study on the book of Habakkuk seeks to answer these questions. How do we praise the Lord even when life is hard? What does it mean to trust God when life doesn’t go as planned?
Even If: A Study of Habakkuk study that will…
- Show you how to pray when you don’t have the word or the will to pray
- Encourage to trust God’s character when life doesn’t make sense
- Help you rest in God when the anxieties of life threaten to steal your joy
- Reveal to you that God is always good and always faithful, even if
Please see the links to either purchase from the Daily Grace website or Amazon.
Men’s Bible Study
Attention Gentlemen! We will be starting a Men’s Bible Study every Tuesday from September 9th – November 11th at 6AM in Room 305. Please come for a time of “iron sharpens iron” sanctification through God’s Word and God’s people. We’ll be studying Donald Whitney’s Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life.
Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life
Patriot Day – Wednesday, September 11th
Our annual Patriot Day is approaching, and we’d love for you to be a part of it!
Here is the Save the Date to add to your calendar! We’d love to honor parents who are first responders—those who work as any of the following: Doctors, Nurses, EMTs/Paramedics, Firefighters, Police Officers, Border Patrol, etc. If you are a parent serving in one of these roles, you and your child are invited to walk in together at our Patriot Day Assembly at 8:05 AM.
- Host a Station: If you’re interested in hosting a station, please contact Elisha Ferraro at gcselishaferraro@gmail.com.
- First Responders: You are invited to our assembly at 8:05am and our lunch after the event. If you’re a first responder joining us for lunch, kindly RSVP by clicking the link.
September 11 Patriot Day First Responder Luncheon
- Want to Show Your Appreciation?
If you’re not a first responder but would like to get involved, there are several ways to participate. Click the link to volunteer.
September 11 Patriot Day First Responder Event Volunteering
Theatre Club
Theatre Club begins Friday, September 5th from 3:30pm-5:00pm in the MPR, and will run for 10 weeks. Club time will be spent learning foundational stage skills as well as introduction to the MS Spring Musical …. FROZEN!
Diamondmind link and signup begins next week.
SPIRIT WEEK 9/15-9/19
Monday: Jammies verses Jerseys
Tuesday: Decades Day (Dress from a decade from the past)
Wednesday: Western vs Super hero/Bible hero
Thursday: Crazy Socks vs Crazy Hair
Friday: GCS to the max! Green and Gold Galore!
***Make sure to pay attention to the Dress Out Day dress code.
25/26 Yearbook Information:
- PURCHASE your yearbook today! $15 for a soft copy and $20 for a hard copy. Make sure to keep your receipt for your records.
- All students have the opportunity to show their school spirit by designing the cover for the 2025-2026 yearbook. One student’s entry will be chosen by a school wide vote for the front cover. Multiple entries will be used on the back cover. Please see the link for information! 25/26 Yearbook Cover
Start Up Club
Interested in our start up club? Participants may include any 3rd-8th grade student. Please see the link for information on how to sign up. Applications are due on 9/12 and space is limited! Start Up Club Link
Lunchroom Volunteer Signup
Please sign up if you’re interested in volunteering in our lunchroom for Q1. There are still open spots!
Sponsorship Opportunities
We’re looking for sponsors to help make our exciting school events like, the Father-Daughter Dance and Mother-Daughter Paint & Brush Night, extra special this year! Sponsoring a GCS event is a great way to support our students while promoting your business or family’s commitment to our school community. Click here to learn more and become a sponsor!
For questions or more information, please contact Mrs. Menon sam.menon@gcsaz.org or Mr. Taylor paul.taylor@gcsaz.org.
Thank you for helping us create memorable moments for our families!
Dress Code Reminder
All pants, capris, skirts, skorts, and dresses must be a solid color with no pattern. Approved colors are black, blue, khaki/tan, and gray. Shorts, dresses, skirts and skorts must be at or just slightly above the knee (4 finger width), modest length as per administrator discretion. Please see the handbook regarding our dress code.
Driveline Reminder
Practice the GF squeeze: Close those gaps. When entering driveline, be sure to split into the two lanes. Do not straddle between lanes.
Clubs
We are so excited to share that we have many new clubs coming to our campus for this upcoming school year. They can only happen if you sign up!
Use this link to access all the information for the upcoming clubs!
Athletics
Soccer plays two games at home next week. Both at 4pm. Tuesday against Christ Greenfield and Thursday against Val Vista.
Come out and show your school spirit and support your Knights!
Fall schedules for games for games can be found at: https://gcsknights.com/
Questions? Contact Tara McIntire
