FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
Dear GCHS Families,
As we move further into the school year, I wanted to pause and share something from my heart.
Each day that I walk onto our campus, I am reminded of how incredibly blessed I am to serve as the principal of Gilbert Christian High School. It is one of the greatest joys of my life to work alongside your students, to cheer for them, worship with them, support them, pray for them, and watch them grow not only academically, but spiritually, emotionally, and in character.
This community is truly special. The way our students look out for one another, the way our teachers pour into them with such intentionality, and the way you partner with us as parents, it all reflects the beautiful, Christ-centered culture that makes GCHS feel like family. I am thankful every single day that God has placed me here, and that I get the privilege of walking with your students during these formative years.
Thank you for trusting us. Thank you for sharing your children with us. And thank you for being such an essential part of what makes this school extraordinary. It is an honor to serve you and to serve the Lord at GCHS.
For such a time as this,
November Staff Birthdays
Nick Jones – November 5th
Taylor McCloskey – November 10th
Michelle McLaurin – November 22nd
Robert McCollum – November 24th
Ashley Storey – November 24th
Sonja Kerth – November 26th
*If you would like to bless our staff, here is the favorites list
Semester 1 Final Exam Schedule
Wednesday, December 17 (Half Day)
7:45-9:00 Period 1 Final Exam
9:00-9:10 Snack Break/Passing Period
9:10-10:25 Period 2 Final Exam
10:30-11:45 Period 3 Final Exam
Thursday, December 18 (Half Day)
7:45-9:00 Period 4 Final Exam
9:00-9:10 Snack Break/Passing Period
9:10-10:25 Period 5 Final Exam
Friday, December 19 (Half Day)
7:45-9:00 Period 6 Final Exam
9:00-9:10 Snack Break/Passing Period
9:10-10:25 Period 7 Final Exam
College and Career Highlights
What is the difference between a college and a university? Here is an article to help you understand the differences.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
If any students are interested in volunteering for the 12th Annual Gilbert Half Marathon event, they are currently recruiting volunteers.
DATE: Saturday, November 22
TIME: 6-11am, but times vary depending on volunteer assignment
LOCATION: Start-Finish-Expo all at Verde@ Cooley Station (Recker & Williams Fields Roads), but other assignments will be on the actual course. Please email Yvette at staracedirector@gmail.com.
A NOTE FROM OUR ATHLETICS DEPARTMENT
Wow! Boys basketball began last night, picking up a win on the road at ALA-West Foothills! It’s officially winter season. Girls basketball starts next week! Check gcsknights.com for a full schedule of events!
Congratulations to volleyball’s Lillie Duitsman for picking up 3A Metro Region Player of the Year following her excellent junior campaign. The Knights’ libero Shay Loth was also honored by the region as the Defensive Player of the Year. We had so much fun watching our volleyball squad this fall!
STUCO UPDATE!
NOVEMBEARD Reveal and Voting! On Monday, November 24th, in the gym during both lunches, staff and students will be voting on the best beard of the month! The winner of the best beard will earn a $25 Amazon gift card, AND all voters will be entered into a drawing to receive a $10 Chick-fil-A gift card just for voting!! 🙂Feel free to eat your lunch in the gym for the big reveal!! We will also be playing a game of wiffle ball in the gym during both lunches to celebrate the birthday of our fabulous Vice Principal: Mr. McCollum!
ROOTED IN PRAYER
Parents, Grandparents, and all friends of GCHS are invited to join the team of volunteers that make up Rooted in Prayer every Wednesday morning when school is in session, starting at 8 AM in the cafeteria. Praying aloud is not required. Contact Mary for more information: HSPrayer@gcsaz.org. Have a prayer request? Click Here.
