09/05/2023 Courier

09/05/2023

General News

MTA
If you have any questions or concerns regarding MTA bussing in the morning or afternoon the number for Dispatch is 810.780.8917. Thank you!

Programs that Save
GCS is part of the Direct Your Dollars program and collects the printed receipts from Spartan Nash stores which include: VG’s, D&W Fresh, Family Fresh Market, Family Fare and others. We can earn rebate dollars from these receipts, but they must be the entire receipt! Please send any eligible receipts to the Elementary or MS/HS office.

Mum Sale

We had another successful mum sale this year. Please arrange to pick up your mums on Saturday, September 23.

Early Dismissal-9/29 Homecoming

Elementary and MS/HS students will be dismissed at 2:30pm on Friday, September 29th in order to prepare for the Homecoming celebration.

Homecoming is almost here!!!

The Homecoming Bake Sale is one of many ways we raise the funds needed for the Bearing Precious Seed Bible Project. Please help us with this very important project by donating your homemade goodies to be sold at the Homecoming Soccer Game on September 29. Be creative! Everything helps! Cookies, cakes, pies, brownies, popcorn, bread, the possibilities are endless!

Please bring your items to the elementary school any time between 8am and 3pm on Friday, September 29. Items will also be accepted at the MS/HS between 8am and 12pm. Please package your items ready to sell. Also identify any special details such as the flavor or “with nuts”, etc. Thank you for your help.

Please use this link to sign up! Thank you!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E45AEA623A0FA7-homecoming1

Convertibles needed!

The 2023 Homecoming class representatives would like to ride in convertibles for the parade. If you have a vehicle you would be willing to drive and have two representatives sit in, please contact Mrs. Heath. kheath@geneseechristianschool.com

Little Leaders Preschool/Daycare and Latchkey

Daycare/Preschool/Latchkey

Daycare will be closing at 2:30 on Friday, September 29 for Homecoming. There will be no latchkey that day.

We are asking all families that will be using Latchkey on a regular basis to let us know ahead of time. This will help us with staffing and planning for the school year. Please contact Mrs. Kubczak at kkubczak@geneseechristianschool.com or Mrs. Britton at cbritton@geneseechristianschool.com if your child will be using Latchkey.

Elementary

Car drop off line

Parents, please help us with drop off in the morning by using the Car Drop Off Line from 7:50 – 8:10 a.m. If you need to come into the building, please park in the south parking lot. You will be assisted at the lobby window.

K4 students need to wait until 8:00 a.m. to be dropped off or go into Latchkey due to age/supervision requirements.

Picture Day

Wednesday, September 13th is picture day. More information will be coming soon. K4 pictures will be taken at a later date.

Homecoming Help

Elementary will be selling popcorn and slush at the Homecoming event. We need parent volunteers to help run concessions! The more people willing to help the easier it is! Please email Mrs. Arnst at jarnst@geneseechristianschool.com or call the office to sign up! GO SOLDIERS!

Early Dismissal-9/29 Homecoming

Elementary and MS/HS students will be dismissed at 2:30pm on Friday, September 29th in order to prepare for the Homecoming celebration.

Dress Code Reminder – Elementary
Dress code can be found in the student handbook on the GCS website (pages 30-31). https://geneseechristianschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/student-handbook-2021.pdf

Physical Needed!

K-4 and new K-5 parents, please remember to have your child’s physical on file with us ASAP. If you have an appointment for a physical after school begins, please call and let us know that date so we can stay within the state regulations.

4th & 5th Grade Girls Jet League Basketball Program:

The coordinator of the Jet League Basketball program is hoping to have a girls 4th, 5th & 6th grade fall program this year. GCS participates in this league if we have enough players to fill a team and coaching availability. Parents/Guardians, please be sure to check your email for sign up form. Or use this easy access link to sign up SignUpForm

Middle/High School

MS/HS Attendance Line
If your student is in the Middle or High School and will be absent please call the attendance line before 9:00 a.m. – 810-743-3292

Picture Day

Wednesday, September 13th is picture day. Order forms go home today and can be found here….https://geneseechristianschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Picture-order-form-Gen.-Christian-MS-HS-2023.pdf

Senior Pictures Taken Here – Wednesday, September 13th

In the past few years it has become increasingly difficult for high school Seniors to obtain a head and shoulder picture for the yearbook. This year GCS is having Photo Factory come to the school on September 13th to take yearbook pictures for our Senior Class. The ENTIRE class will have a school picture taken (at no cost) to be used in the yearbook. Additional copies will be available for purchase through Photo Factory.

PLEASE NOTE: Girls will need to wear a nice, modest blouse for their picture and boys will need to wear a collared shirt and tie.

Pick up and Drop off – different in the morning and afternoon
Students may be dropped off at the Cafeteria entrance as early as 7:30 am. (students must remain in the Cafeteria until 7:45). Students may be dropped off at the center doors in the morning starting at 7:45 am. Students should be picked up by 3:30 pm at the Cafeteria end (north lot) of the building. The center doors are reserved for MTA bus riders at the end of the day.

Impact Camp – 11th & 12th Grade – September 6-8

The Juniors and Seniors will be attending the school “Impact Camp” from Sept. 6th – 8th at Camp CoBeAc. These instructional days will include many team building and leadership activities along with motivational biblical challenges. If you would like to help meet some of the additional financial needs of this activity, donations can be sent to the HS Office, Attn: Lisa Oliver.

Mackinaw Trip – Wednesday Departure at 6:00 a.m.

Everyone going on the Mackinaw Trip needs to be at the high school on Wednesday, September 6th at 6:00am. Check your paperwork for everything you need. Contact Mrs. Heath with questions. kheath@geneseechristianschool.com

Homecoming – September 29th

This year’s theme is “Golden Reflections.”

Would your family or business like to participate in the parade? Bikes, Wagons, Hay Rides, Floats, Banners – the list of ideas is endless. Contact Mrs. Heath if you are interested. kheath@geneseechristianschool.com

Congratulations to the 2023 Homecoming Court

Freshman Class: Naomi Bush and Carson Lange

Sophomore Class: Ella Kime and Dylan Lunney

Junior Class: Caity Baldwin and Gabe Borgstrom

Senior Class: Noelle Keelean, Marissa Sherry, Alaina Suckley

Will Duthler, Gavin Montague, Connor O’Neil

Dress Days: Spirit Week is September 25-29 – Middle and High School

This year we will be reflecting on 50 years of GCS training soldiers for Christ with the theme “Golden Reflections”. The Student Council hopes to see all of you at the parade at 4:00 p.m. with the soccer game to follow at 5:00 p.m.

Here are a few guidelines for the dress days. Jeans are allowed each day IF you are dressed in the theme of the day.

Monday: Step into the Golden Sun – Beach Day – Dress like you’re ready to head to the beach for a day in the sun! Long shorts are allowed!
Tuesday: Everything Golden Day – Wear anything you have that is golden in color. Facepaint is allowed on this day.
Wednesday: Class Color Day – Wear the color chosen by your class.
Thursday: Decade Day – High school students will represent the decade they have chosen for their class floats. Middle school can pick between the 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s.
Friday: Spirit Day – Wear your school (spirit wear) colors and get ready to cheer the Soldiers to a VICTORY!

Wednesday: Picnic Lunch for the Middle and High School Students and Staff

The Student Council will be providing lunch for everyone in the Middle and High School building on Wednesday, September 27. Pray for favorable weather! If the weather looks like it might not cooperate – we will be in touch concerning a date change. The cafeteria will be closed so remember to bring your own lunch if you don’t like hot dogs.

Early Dismissal-9/29- Homecoming

Elementary and MS/HS students will be dismissed at 2:30pm on Friday, September 29th in order to prepare for the Homecoming celebration.

Drivers Training

Genesee Driving School will be offering a new Segment 1 class October 9-27 with no class on October 10. See Senora Lunney for a contract. You may also call or text the business line at (810) 564-0808.

A new Segment 2 class will be held October 16-18. See Senora Lunney for a contract. You may also call or text the business line at (810) 564-0808.

Athletics

Fall Spirit Wear Sale🎉

Only 2 Days Left To Order GCS 2023 Fall Homecoming Spirit Wear!!!- check out the exclusive 50th Anniversary Designs! Sale ends tomorrow 9/6.

Orders will be available for pick up at school the week of Homecoming. (unless shipping option was chosen at check-out)
The store will close on Wednesday, September 6, 2023 (11:59 PM EDT)
Credit card payment is the only method option
We are thrilled to be offering a women’s cut in the cotton t-shirts, polos, and 1/4 zip long sleeved sport wick pullover. In addition, we’ve added youth xs & youth small sizes in t-shirts

Here is a breakdown of what is for sale:

Mascots Thru the Years Design on gray available in t-shirts and hoodies (cotton or sport tek options)
50th Anniversary Design on white available in t-shirts and hoodies (cotton or sport tek options)
- 50th Anniversary Design on royal sport tek polos
- 50th Anniversary Design on black 1/4 zip long sleeved sport wick pullover
1ST GEN & 2ND GEN Design with logo option of Retro Cartoon Soldier or Current Modern Soldier on royal available in t-shirts and hoodies (cotton or sport tek options)

Get your GCS Spirit Wear by clicking link below: gcs23fallhomecomingspiritwearsale

Athletic Physicals🩺Students planning to participate in athletics MUST have a physical form on file by the first day of practice. This form must be the MHSAA form completed and signed by a physician on or after April 15, 2023. This applies to high school and middle school sports. Forms must be on file at the school athletic office before try-outs, practices, or games.

Physical forms are TWO pages – access using this link: MHSAA23-24PhysicalForm or pick up at HS office.

Join Athletic Text Alerts: want to be alerted of schedule changes – join the text alert group today!

HS soccer & HS volleyball text @gcsfsv22 to 81010
MS boys soccer & girls basketball text @gcsms22 to 81010
7th-12th cross country text @GCSCross to 81010

Sports Fee

Each student athlete must pay the following sports fee per sport/per season. These fees should be turned in by cash or check made payable to GCS to the Athletic Office before the first game.

JV/Varsity – $100.00

Junior High – $75.00

5th & 6th – $50.00

Athletic Fall Schedule use this easy link to access athletic schedules: GCS ATHLETIC SCHEDULES

4th/5th/6th Grade Girls Basketball Program:

The coordinator of the Jet League Basketball program is hoping to have a girls 4th, 5th & 6th grade fall program this year. GCS participates in this league if we have enough players to fill a team and coaching availability. Parents / Guardians, please be sure to check your email for sign up form. Or use this easy access link to sign up SignUpForm

9th-12th Grade Boys Soccer Players⚽️

Please be sure to check the school website for practice and game information. If you have any questions feel free to contact Coach Anderson danderson@geneseechristianschool.com

Game Help Needed! The athletic department appreciates your help in making our home games a success. Our Soldiers need volunteers for the Admission Gate. Please sign up using our SignUpGenius link 👉🏼 BoysMS&VarsitySoccerAdmissionsSignUp

Bonus: your immediate family gets in the games for free that night!

9th-12th Grade Girls Volleyball Players🏐

JV Volleyball Tournament:

Saturday, September 9, 2023

OAKLAND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

3075 Shimmons Road, Auburn Hills

Volleyball tournament will have “pool play” followed by “bracket play.”

Start Time: 9:00 am

Coaches Meeting 8:30 am

Admissions:$8.00 per spectator.

Concessions: Concessions will be available in the main gym.

Please check the school website for

practice and game information. GCS ATHLETIC SCHEDULES

If you have any questions feel free to contact Coach Sandy Forsyth for Varsity (sforsyth@geneseechristianschool.com) and Coach Kayla Synder for JV (kaylasnyder334@gmail.com).

Game Help Needed! The athletic department appreciates your help in making our home games a success. Our Soldiers need volunteers for the Admission Gate & Clock. Please sign up using our SignUpGenius link 👉🏼JV&VVolleyballGameHelp

Bonus: your immediate family gets in the games for free that night!

Please check the school website for practice and game information. GCS ATHLETIC SCHEDULES

If you have any questions feel free to contact Coach Sandy Forsyth for Varsity (sforsyth@geneseechristianschool.com) and Coach Kayla Synder for JV (kaylasnyder334@gmail.com).

7th-12th Grade Cross Country👟

Last week in Birch Run

Brooke Sonnenberg placed 22nd overall! It was a wonderful meet with improved times. It was also a great start to the MS CC Season. Shout out to Brooke,Ian,Ariana, Ryan and Maddie for receiving medals!

Practice schedule varies for MS & HS runners. Please check schedule closely

Use this easy access link for more practice and meet schedules GCS ATHLETIC SCHEDULES

Junior High Boys (7th & 8th Grade) Soccer Players

Sports fees of $75 are due today: Tuesday, September 5th. Please send cash or check (made payable to GCS) to the athletic office as soon as possible.

Bonus: your immediate family gets in the games for free that night!

Junior High Girls (7th & 8th Grade) Basketball Players🏀

Current sports physicals are required by first practice to participate. Please have your player turn form in to Mrs Walls in athletic office or Coach Mike Ritchie at practice (see detailed physical info above)

Sports fees of $75 are due by the first game. Sports fees are per athlete / per season. First game is scheduled for Monday, Sept. 11th. Please send cash or check (made payable to GCS) to the athletic office as soon as possible.

*Players will be issued their uniforms by the end of this school week.