VV - (K-8th) K-8th Awards Assemblies K- 8:05-8:20 - 1- 8:30-8:45 - 2- 8:55-9:10 - MS- 9:20-9:35 - 3 - 9:45- 10:00 5 - 10:10-10:25 4 - 10:30 - 10:45
January 8, 2026 8:05 am - 10:45 am
Cafeteria
K-8th Awards Assemblies K- 8:05-8:20 - 1- 8:30-8:45 - 2- 8:55-9:10 - MS- 9:20-9:35 - 3 - 9:45- 10:00 5 - 10:10-10:25 4 - 10:30 - 10:45
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-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
January 12, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
January 12, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside basketball court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (4th) Usery Mountain Regional Park Field Trip
January 14, 2026 8:15 am - 1:00 pm
Usery Mountain Regional Park
Usery Mountain Regional Park Field Trip
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-3rd) Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
January 15, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outdoor basketball court
Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
January 15, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
GF - EVMTA Ensemble Practice
January 19, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
204 (Music Room), 205 (Music Room)
Piano practice session for a musical event
Event Contact: manasa.borra@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 - (5th) Feed My Starving Children Field Trip
January 21, 2026 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Feed My Starving Children
Feed My Starving Children Field Trip
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
January 21, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
January 21, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
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-3rd) Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
January 22, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outdoor basketball court
Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
January 22, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 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)
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)
VV - (PK-8th) Mother/Daughter Event
January 24, 2026 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Cafeteria, Gym, Elementary Courtyard, Middle School Courtyard
Mother/Daughter 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 - (K-8th) Chess Club
January 26, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
January 26, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
January 27, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (8th-12th) MTCA Showcase (parents and students)
January 27, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Cafeteria
MTCA Showcase
Event Contact: maranatha.burgess@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
January 28, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
January 28, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-3rd) Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
January 29, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outdoor basketball court
Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
January 29, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (Kinder) Basha Public Library Field Trip
January 30, 2026 8:30 am - 11:45 am
Basha Public Library Field Trip
Basha Public Library Field Trip
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten
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) Chess Club
February 2, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
February 2, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
February 2, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside basketball court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
February 2, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
February 3, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (5th) Falcon Field Museum Field Trip_RICHMOND
February 4, 2026 9:15 am - 1:00 pm
Falcon Field Museum
Falcon Field Museum Field Trip_RICHMOND
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
February 4, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
February 4, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (3rd) City Hope_RUSSELL
February 5, 2026 8:00 am - 11:00 am
City Hope
City Hope (Russell)
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (5th) Falcon Field Museum Field Trip_KRUEN
February 5, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Falcon Field Museum
Falcon Field Museum Field Trip_KRUEN
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-3rd) Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
February 5, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outdoor basketball court
Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
February 5, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 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)
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)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
February 9, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
February 9, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
February 9, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
February 10, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (5th) Falcon Field Museum Field Trip_BRASIER
February 11, 2026 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Falcon Field Museum
Falcon Field Museum Field Trip_BRASIER
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
February 11, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
February 11, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (3rd) City of Hope Field Trip_REINKE
February 12, 2026 8:30 am - 11:00 am
City of Hope
(Reinke) City of Hope Field Trip
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-3rd) Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
February 12, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outdoor basketball court
Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
February 12, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
February 16, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
February 16, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside basketball court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
February 18, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
February 18, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
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 - (3rd) City Hope_KERR
February 19, 2026 8:30 am - 11:00 am
City Hope
City Hope (Kerr)
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-3rd) Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
February 19, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outdoor basketball court
Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
February 19, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 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)
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 - (K-8th) Chess Club
February 23, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
February 23, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
February 23, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside basketball court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
February 23, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
February 24, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
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 - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
February 25, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
February 25, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
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 - (K-3rd) Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
February 26, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outdoor basketball court
Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
February 26, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (5th) Biography Presentations
February 27, 2026 8:15 am - 9:15 am
Elementary Courtyard
Biography Presentations
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 5th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (1st) The Phoenix Zoo Field Trip
February 27, 2026 8:30 am - 1:45 pm
The Phoenix Zoo
The Phoenix Zoo
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
March 2, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
March 2, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
March 3, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
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-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
March 4, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-4th) Bricks 4 Kidz Club
March 4, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Bricks 4 Kidz Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
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)
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 - (K-3rd) Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
March 5, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outdoor basketball court
Buddy the Ball Tennis Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
March 5, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
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)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
March 16, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
March 16, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside basketball court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
March 23, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
March 23, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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)
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-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
March 24, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) K-8th Awards Assemblies K- 8:05-8:20 - 1- 8:30-8:45 - 2- 8:55-9:10 - MS- 9:20-9:35 - 3 - 9:45- 10:00 5 - 10:10-10:25 4 - 10:30 - 10:45
March 26, 2026 8:05 am - 10:45 am
GYM
K-8th Awards Assemblies K- 8:05-8:20 - 1- 8:30-8:45 - 2- 8:55-9:10 - MS- 9:20-9:35 - 3 - 9:45- 10:00 5 - 10:10-10:25 4 - 10:30 - 10:45
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-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
March 30, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
March 30, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
March 31, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
HS - Praise His Name
March 31, 2026 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Gym
District-wide worship event.
Event Contact: hyatt.lang@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 - (4th) Az State Capitol Field Trip
April 1, 2026 8:15 am - 1:00 pm
Az State Capitol
Az State Capitol Field Trip
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 4th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (PK-8th) Val Vista's Got Talent
April 1, 2026 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Cafeteria
Val Vista's Got Talent
Event Contact: Bree.collins@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) 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)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
April 2, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
April 6, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
April 7, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
April 9, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
April 13, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
April 13, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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 - (7th-8th) 7th/8th Social Studies Planning Day
April 14, 2026 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
Conference Room
Planning time for new 7th/8th grade social studies curriculum
Event Contact: tara.doest@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
April 14, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
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-6th) Ballet Club
April 16, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 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)
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 - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
April 20, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
April 20, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
April 21, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
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
GYM, ES at 5pm, Choir at 6:30pm, Band at 7:15pm
Spring Showcase
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 1st & 2nd (5:00pm)
3rd & 4th (5:45pm)
Choir: 7th & 8th (6:30pm)
Band: 6th, 7th, 8th (7:15pm)
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (2nd) Odysea Aquarium Field Trip
April 23, 2026 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Odysea Aquarium
Odysea Aquarium Field Trip
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 2nd
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
April 23, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - Gilbert Christian Middle School Frozen, Jr.
April 23, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Gilbert Classical Academy
Gilbert Christian Middle School Frozen, Jr.
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 - Gilbert Christian Middle School Frozen, Jr.
April 24, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Gilbert Classical Academy
Gilbert Christian Middle School Frozen, Jr.
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 - (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 - Gilbert Christian Middle School Frozen, Jr.
April 25, 2026 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Gilbert Classical Academy
Gilbert Christian Middle School Frozen, Jr.
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-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
April 27, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
April 27, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
April 28, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
April 30, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 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)
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!
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
May 4, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-8th) Chess Club
May 4, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Chess Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@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-6th) Young Rembrandts Art Club
May 5, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
118
Young Rembrandts Art Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (K-6th) Ballet Club
May 7, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Cafeteria
Ballet Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (8th) 8th Grade Signature Trip
May 5, 2026 8:45 am - May 8, 2026 4:00 pm
Lost Canyon
8th Grade Signature Trip
Event Contact: heather.peterson@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
VV - (K-2nd) Soccer Stars Club
May 11, 2026 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Outside Basketball Court
Soccer Stars Club
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd
Setup Requirements: Yes (I will require assistance or resources with setup for this event)
VV - (5th) End of Year Picnic Lunch Field Trip
May 13, 2026 11:00 am - 2:15 pm
Gilbert Regional Park
End of Year Picnic Lunch
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 5th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)
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)
VV - (6th-8th) Knights Honor Day (Lifetime Fitness)
May 20, 2026 11:00 am - 2:30 pm
Lifetime Fitness
Knights Honor Day (Lifetime Fitness)
Event Contact: bree.collins@gcsaz.org
Grade Levels Involved: 6th, 7th, 8th
Setup Requirements: No (no resources or event setup will be needed)