FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
IMPORTANT DATES
October 1st: Lifetouch Retake Day (student photos only)
October 2nd: THE DRAW: Father/Son Event: 6-8:30pm see details and registration link below.
October 3rd: All Campus Worship @ 8:00am (GYM)
October 6th-17th: NO SCHOOL, Fall Break
October 21st: FREE Dress Out Day (see page 31 of handbook for dress code)
October 23rd-24th: HALF DAY, Conferences (Sign Ups and Info on Ice Cream Truck BELOW)
October 29th-31st: 6th Grade Signature Trip
October 31st: Chapel K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a, 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a, 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a
IMPORTANT DATES– A one-stop-look for all important VV events, ½ days, concerts, camps, and much, much more.
STAFF BIRTHDAYS
Happy birthday to our amazing staff who celebrate this month and next!
9/29 – Emily Bell (7th/8th English Teacher)
9/29 – Isaac Pearson (4th Grade Teacher)
9/30 – Joe Knop (Facilities Manager)
10/13 – Saraab Craig (Kinder Aide)
10/16 – Tiffany Hendrix (Kinder Aide)
10/18 – Dennis Bock (Future Families Liaison)
10/27 – Ricky Bills (Vice Principal)
PICTURE RETAKE DAY – OCTOBER 1ST
Picture Retake day is Wednesday, October 1st.
If you purchased a package and want a retake, please have your child bring your package to retakes so the photographer can scan that package envelope which will automatically produce a new one for you with your child’s new image.
If you did not purchase a package from the original picture day or missed that day,, your child can come to the camera to get a retake picture taken and will receive a new proof.
THE DRAW: A FATHER/SON EVENT
Calling ALL VV Fathers and Sons in grades PK-8, please join us for a night of fun, food and fellowship on Thursday, October 2nd from 6-8:30pm at the VV campus. Dinner is covered in the price of admission along with our traditional favorites such as nerf wars, obstacle courses and fellowship time. Shirts are available for purchase in the registration link HERE.
A special THANK YOU to our sponsor, Wolf Watersports!
We could use your help! If you are interested and available to volunteer your time to help with this event, please see the SignUp Genius HERE.
1ST QUARTER CONFERENCES AND ICE CREAM
Our 1st quarter conferences are coming up on 10/23 and 10/24! Please follow the links HERE for the appropriate grade level sign ups. I scream! You scream! We all scream for ICE CREAM!– We will have the A & J Ice Cream truck on campus for both conference dates 10/23-10/24. Treats will be available for purchase from 11:45-3:45pm. The vendor accepts cash, card, Venmo, Zelle and the Cash App. Stop by and enjoy!
CLUBS
Second 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.
YEARBOOK
📸✨ It’s that time!! ✨📸
Our 2025 Yearbook is officially on sale!
Snag yours now for the early bird price of just $20 — but hurry, this deal only lasts until 10/3/25! Don’t miss out on all the memories, laughs, and moments that made this year unforgettable.
👉 https://ybpay.lifetouch.com/Order/SelectJob VV number: 15329726👈
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
We’re looking for sponsors to support our parent/child events this year: Mother Daughter Growing in Grace and Daddy Daughter Date Night. Sponsoring a GCS event is a great way to support our students while promoting your business. Click here to learn more and become a sponsor! For questions or more information, please email sponsorships@gcsaz.org. Thank you for helping us create memorable moments for our families!
LUNCHROOM HELP
We are looking for volunteers to help in the lunchroom!!
Sign up here: Lunchroom Help
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, you 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
