VV - (PK-Kindergarten) PK and Kinder Parent Gathering
August 1, 2025 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Cafeteria
PK and Kinder Parent Gathering
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
August 1, 2025 8:35 am - 10:50 am
MPR
(K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
VV - (PK-8th) Room Mom Meeting
August 5, 2025 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Cafeteria
Room Mom Meeting
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (PK-12th) Trail Life Info Meeting
August 6, 2025 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cafeteria
Trail Life Info Meeting
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
Dress Out Day (FREE)
August 6, 2025
Dress Out Day- August 6th. On Wednesday August 6th, we will have our first Dress Out Day (non-uniform) of the year! Dress out days are FREE this year!! *Make sure to pay attention to the Dress Out Day dress code on pages 30 and 31 of the handbook.
VV - (1st-2nd) 1st and 2nd Grade Parent Gathering
August 8, 2025 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Cafeteria
1st and 2nd Grade Parent Gathering
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
August 8, 2025 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
August 8, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
Diamondbacks Faith & Family Night
August 8, 2025 6:40 pm - 9:40 pm
401 E Jefferson St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life Enrollment Meeting
August 9, 2025 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cafeteria
Trail Life Enrollment Meeting
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Demo
August 11, 2025 10:45 am - 1:15 pm
Cafeteria, Chess club will do lunchtime demo, we will need 2 folding tables and 4 chairs.
Chess Demo
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-5th) Volleyball Club
August 12, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Volleyball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
August 14, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (3rd-4th) 3rd and 4th Grade Parent Gathering
August 15, 2025 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Cafeteria
3rd and 4th Grade Parent Gathering
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
August 15, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
August 18, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Volleyball Club
August 19, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Volleyball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
August 20, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
August 21, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
August 21, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (5th-6th) 5th and 6th Grade Parent Gathering
August 22, 2025 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Cafeteria
5th and 6th Grade Parent Gathering
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
August 22, 2025 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
August 22, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
Core Values Week (Mon-K, Tues-N/I, Wed-G/H, Thurs-T, Fri-S)
August 18, 2025 - August 22, 2025
K=Blue=Know
N/I=Purple=Nurture and Inspire
G/H=Black=Grow and Help
T=Green=Thrive
S=Maroon=Show
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
August 25, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (PK-8th) LifeTouch Fall and Class Photos (GRADES IN NOTES)
August 26, 2025 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Gym
LifeTouch Fall and Class Photos
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
TODAY'S Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 7th and 8th
VV - (K-5th) Volleyball Club
August 26, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Volleyball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (PK-8th) LifeTouch Fall and Class Photos (GRADES IN NOTES)
August 27, 2025 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Gym
LifeTouch Fall and Class Photos
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
TODAY'S Grade Levels Involved: PK, Kinder, 4th, 5th, and 6th
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
August 27, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
August 28, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
August 28, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (7th-8th) 7th and 8th Grade Parent Gathering
August 29, 2025 8:00 am - 8:30 am
Cafeteria
7th and 8th Grade Parent Gathering
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
August 29, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Volleyball Club
September 2, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Volleyball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
September 3, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
September 4, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
September 4, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
September 5, 2025 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
September 5, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
September 8, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Volleyball Club
September 9, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Volleyball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
September 10, 2025 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Gym
MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
September 10, 2025 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Gym
MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
September 10, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Patriot Day Lunch
September 11, 2025 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Cafeteria, front office
Patriot Day Lunch
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
September 11, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
September 11, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS Soccer Game
September 11, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Athletic Field
MS Soccer Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
September 12, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
September 12, 2025 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Gym
MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
September 12, 2025 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Gym
MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
September 15, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Volleyball Club
September 16, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Volleyball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
September 17, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (3rd) AZ Science Center Field Trip
September 18, 2025 8:15 am - 2:15 pm
AZ Science Center
AZ Science Center Field Trip
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
September 18, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
September 18, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
September 19, 2025 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
September 19, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
Spirit Week 9/15-9/19 (SEE NOTES FOR THEMES)
September 15, 2025 - September 19, 2025
Monday: Pajama Day
Tuesday: Twin/Crazy Hair Day
Wednesday: Sports Day
Thursday: Favorite Character Day
Friday: Green and Gold Day
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
September 22, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
September 22, 2025 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Gym
MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS Soccer Game
September 22, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Athletic Field
MS Soccer Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
September 22, 2025 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Gym
MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Volleyball Club
September 23, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Volleyball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
September 24, 2025 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Gym
MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
September 24, 2025 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Gym
MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
September 24, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
September 25, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
September 25, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
(1st-8th) MAP Testing
September 22, 2025 8:00 am - September 26, 2025 3:00 pm
Please be present, on time and get good rest. Avoid picking your child(ren) up early to not disrupt the testing environment. Thank you!
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
September 26, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
September 29, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
September 29, 2025 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Gym
MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
September 29, 2025 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm
Gym
MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Volleyball Club
September 30, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Volleyball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS Soccer Game
September 30, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Athletic Field
MS Soccer Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (PK-8th) LifeTouch Retake Day
October 1, 2025 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Gym
LifeTouch Retake Day
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
October 1, 2025 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Gym
MS JV Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
October 1, 2025 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm
Gym
MS Varsity Girls Volleyball Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
October 1, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
October 2, 2025 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
October 2, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
October 2, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (PK-8th) The Draw (Father-Son Event)
October 2, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Athletic Field, Cafeteria, Gym, Elementary Courtyard, Kitchen
The Draw (Father-Son Event)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (PK-8th) All Campus Worship
October 3, 2025 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Gym
All Campus Worship
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
October 3, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
October 20, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
October 21, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (6th-Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option) MS Soccer Game
October 21, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Athletic Field
MS Soccer Game
Event Contact: arin.mearig@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th, Facility Calendar Only - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
Dress Out Day (FREE) (handbook link in notes)
October 21, 2025
Dress Out Day. Dress out days are FREE this year!! *Make sure to pay attention to the Dress Out Day dress code on pages 30 and 31 of the handbook.
https://gilbertchristianschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-2026_K-8_Handbook_U.pdf
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
October 22, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (5th) Colonial Day
October 24, 2025 8:00 am - 10:45 am
Athletic Field, Cafeteria, Elementary Courtyard, outside basketball courts
Colonial Day
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 5th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
October 27, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
October 28, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
HS - Christian College Fair
October 28, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cafeteria, Gym
Christian College Fair
Event Contact: christina.lang@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: District-Wide Public Event - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
October 29, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
October 30, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
October 30, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
October 31, 2025 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (6th) 6th Grade Signature Trip
October 29, 2025 8:15 am - October 31, 2025 4:00 pm
UCYC
6th Grade Signature Trip
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (PK-8th) Hearing and Vision Screening
November 3, 2025 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Gym
Hearing and Vision Screening
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
November 3, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
November 4, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
November 5, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
HS - GCHS Musical - Oklahoma!
November 5, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Queen Creek Performing Arts Center
GCHS Musical - Oklahoma!
Event Contact: maranatha.burgess@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: District-Wide Public Event - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
November 6, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
November 6, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
HS - GCHS Musical - Oklahoma!
November 6, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Queen Creek Performing Arts Center
GCHS Musical - Oklahoma!
Event Contact: maranatha.burgess@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: District-Wide Public Event - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
HS - GCHS Musical - Oklahoma!
November 7, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Queen Creek Performing Arts Center
GCHS Musical - Oklahoma!
Event Contact: maranatha.burgess@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: District-Wide Public Event - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
HS - GCHS Musical - Oklahoma!
November 8, 2025 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Queen Creek Performing Arts Center
GCHS Musical - Oklahoma!
Event Contact: maranatha.burgess@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: District-Wide Public Event - Do not check any other option
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
November 10, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
November 12, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
Dress Out Day (FREE) (handbook link in notes)
November 12, 2025
Dress Out Day. Dress out days are FREE this year!! *Make sure to pay attention to the Dress Out Day dress code on pages 30 and 31 of the handbook.
https://gilbertchristianschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-2026_K-8_Handbook_U.pdf
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
November 13, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
November 13, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
November 14, 2025 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
November 17, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
November 18, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
November 19, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
November 20, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
November 20, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
November 25, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
December 2, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (PK-8th) Christmas Showcase
December 2, 2025 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cafeteria, Gym, unsure if it will be in the gym or MPR
Christmas Showcase
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
December 3, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
December 4, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria, They will just need empty space in the MPR, tables NOT set up.
Ballet Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (1st-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
December 4, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
December 5, 2025 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
December 9, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
December 10, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
Dress Out Day (FREE) (handbook link in notes)
December 10, 2025
Dress Out Day. Dress out days are FREE this year!! *Make sure to pay attention to the Dress Out Day dress code on pages 30 and 31 of the handbook.
https://gilbertchristianschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-2026_K-8_Handbook_U.pdf
VV - (K-5th) Basketball Club
December 16, 2025 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
outside basketball courts
Basketball Club
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-12th) Trail Life
December 17, 2025 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
118, 204, 205, 206, 302
Trail Life
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
December 18, 2025 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (6th-8th) Knights Honor Day, Quarter 2, Gingerbread Contest
December 19, 2025 8:00 am - 10:30 am
Cafeteria
Knights Honor Day, Quarter 2, Gingerbread Contest
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (PK-8th) All Campus Worship
December 19, 2025 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Gym
All Campus Worship
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
Dress Out Day (FREE) (handbook link in notes)
January 21, 2026
Dress Out Day. Dress out days are FREE this year!! *Make sure to pay attention to the Dress Out Day dress code on pages 30 and 31 of the handbook.
https://gilbertchristianschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-2026_K-8_Handbook_U.pdf
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
January 23, 2026 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
(1st-8th) MAP Testing
January 26, 2026 8:00 am - January 30, 2026 3:00 pm
Please be present, on time and get good rest. Avoid picking your child(ren) up early to not disrupt the testing environment. Thank you!
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
February 6, 2026 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
Dress Out Day (FREE) (handbook link in notes)
February 18, 2026
Dress Out Day. Dress out days are FREE this year!! *Make sure to pay attention to the Dress Out Day dress code on pages 30 and 31 of the handbook.
https://gilbertchristianschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-2026_K-8_Handbook_U.pdf
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
February 20, 2026 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (PK-8th) Bows & Bows (Daddy Daughter Date Night)
February 21, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Gym, Elementary Courtyard, Hallway outside of Russell's room
Bows & Bows (Daddy Daughter Date Night)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (PK-8th) LifeTouch Spring Picture Day
February 25, 2026 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Gym
LifeTouch Spring Picture Day
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (PK-8th) LifeTouch Spring Picture Day
February 26, 2026 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Gym
LifeTouch Spring Picture Day
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (4th) Ranger Day
March 4, 2026 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Elementary Courtyard
Ranger Day
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 4th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
March 5, 2026 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (PK-8th) All Campus Worship
March 6, 2026 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Gym
All Campus Worship
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
Dress Out Day (FREE) (handbook link in notes)
March 23, 2026
Dress Out Day. Dress out days are FREE this year!! *Make sure to pay attention to the Dress Out Day dress code on pages 30 and 31 of the handbook.
https://gilbertchristianschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-2026_K-8_Handbook_U.pdf
VV - (K-8th) LifeTouch Kinder_8th Promotion Pictures
March 24, 2026 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
Gym
LifeTouch Kinder_8th Promotion Pictures
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
April 2, 2026 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
Dress Out Day (FREE) (handbook link in notes)
April 15, 2026
Dress Out Day. Dress out days are FREE this year!! *Make sure to pay attention to the Dress Out Day dress code on pages 30 and 31 of the handbook.
https://gilbertchristianschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-2026_K-8_Handbook_U.pdf
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
April 17, 2026 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (1st-8th) Spring Showcase
April 22, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cafeteria, ES at 5pm, Band at 7pm
Spring Showcase
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (PK-8th) Tee Time with Mom
April 25, 2026 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Top Golf
Tee Time with Mom
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Pre - K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
May 1, 2026 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
(1st-8th) MAP Testing
April 27, 2026 8:00 am - May 1, 2026 3:00 pm
Please be present, on time and get good rest. Avoid picking your child(ren) up early to not disrupt the testing environment. Thank you!
Dress Out Day (FREE) (handbook link in notes)
May 13, 2026
Dress Out Day. Dress out days are FREE this year!! *Make sure to pay attention to the Dress Out Day dress code on pages 30 and 31 of the handbook.
https://gilbertchristianschools.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-2026_K-8_Handbook_U.pdf
VV - (K-8th) Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
May 15, 2026 8:35 am - 10:50 am
Cafeteria
Chapel Chapel (K-2nd @ 8:35-9:05a 6th-8th @ 9:25-9:55a 3rd-5th @ 10:20-10:50a)
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (8th) 8th Grade Promotion
May 20, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Gym
8th Grade Promotion
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 8th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)