FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
IMPORTANT DATES
August 8: Chapel K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a, 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a, 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a
August 8: 1st and 2nd Grade Parent Gathering @ 8-8:30am in the MPR (RSVP HERE or below)
August 15: 3rd and 4th Grade Parent Gathering @ 8-8:30am in the MPR
August 15: HALF DAY, Early Release
August 22: 5th and 6th Grade Parent Gathering @ 8-8:30am in the MPR
August 22: Chapel K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a, 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a, 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a
August 26 and 27: Fall and Class Pictures (more info to come)
August 29: 7th and 8th Grade Parent Gathering @ 8-8:30am in the MPR
1st/2nd Grade Parent Gathering
1st and 2nd Grade Parents,
After dropping off your student(s), please join us on August 8th for juice and pastries in the cafeteria from 8-8:30am. Get to know other PK/K families and socialize with those you already know. We look forward to seeing you there. RSVP HERE!
ANNUAL DIAMONDBACKS FAITH AND FAMILY NIGHT
Come out and enjoy an evening of baseball and community with other GCS families at Faith and Family Night on Thursday, August 8th. After the game, stick around for a special post-game concert by Tauren Wells! Click the link below to secure your tickets – we can’t wait to see you there!
CLUBS
First quarter after school clubs are beginning soon! As a reminder, these are recreational clubs. They are not private lessons or tutoring, and they are not a continuation of the academic day. Please check with the club directly if you have any questions, including scheduling, payment or observing classes. All observations MUST be pre-approved by the club before parents can be in the classroom. These are third party organizations so you will need to reach out directly to them for any questions.
CALLING ALL FAMILIES WITH BOYS
Come join the movement of families that are taking boyhood seriously. Trail Life is a troop-based ministry that thousands of families have turned to, because we believe God has a plan and purpose for boys. And it is filled with adventure, growth, and captivation of his Glory.
Our troop, AZ-3368 is starting back up for the year. It’s the perfect time to join.
JOIN THE TRAIL (August 2nd from 11:00 – 2:00 at Cooley Station Park, 4273 E Dwayne St.) – This is a free, fun social event where we will hang out, swim, play games, and have some food. Interested families can come meet troop leaders and other trailmen. RSVP HERE
PARENT INFO MEETING – (August 6th, Wednesday 7-8PM, Val Vista Campus Music Room) We will have a short information meeting for Val Vista families. Feel free to come ask any questions you have, meet a few of the leaders, and meet some other parents of Val Vista kids.
Any other questions, please reach out to the troop leadership at info@az3368.org.
See you on the Trail!
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
We’re looking for volunteers! We have many areas where we need help. If you’re interested, please click below. INTEREST FORM
Planning to volunteer this year? Please wear a GCS spirit or polo shirt to volunteer on campus for the 25/26 school year. You can purchase a polo HERE or grab one at our uniform exchange on 8/9.
All volunteers must have an Approved Background Check and Volunteer Agreement Form submitted. If you filled them out for the 23/24 school year, YOU ARE UP FOR RENEWAL and will need to fill them out again. If you filled one out for the 24/25, DO NOT need to fill a Volunteer Agreement or Background Check for the 25/26 next year. They’re good for 2 years. ALL NEW families need to fill them out.
MEAL TRAIN
If your family is in need of the blessing and support of a meal train, or you know a GCS family that would benefit from one, please email: vvmealtrain@gcsaz.org
ATHLETICS
Just a reminder that all students planning to participate in a sport during the 25-26 school year must have a current physical. Summer is a great time for this! You will receive registration information as the school year approaches. The official AIA form must be completed and uploaded in order to complete your registration.
