01/16/2024

 

General News

 

End of the Semester – Important upcoming dates for both Elementary and MS/HS

  (more information about exam times in MS/HS news)

 

Wednesday, January 17 – Semester Exams – out at 2:00 p.m.

Thursday, January 18 – Semester Exams – out at 2:00 p.m.

Friday, January 19 – Semester Exams – out at NOON
  (MTA busses will be running on early dismissal days)

 

Scrip

For information about the Scrip program visit https://geneseechristianschool.com/resources/#resources

The next Scrip ordering dates will be on the following Tuesdays at 9am: February 6 and March 5.

 

Auction News

The auction GIFT CARD BLAST for the month of January is underway! Every student/family that brings in a gift card ($10 value or higher, please) will be entered into a drawing for a special prize. To be entered into this drawing bring in your gift card by January 31st! Please be sure to fill out the auction donation form located on the school website (see link below) or in either school office. 


Auction Sponsors & Ads Needed

We are currently looking for business sponsors and advertisements for our 15th Annual Benefit Auction, taking place on March 16. If you own a business, or know someone who does, this is a great way to advertise your business and support GCS!  Auction details, including forms, can be found on our school website: https://geneseechristianschool.com/event/annual-benefit-auction/  Please contact Christy Flory at cflory@geneseechristianschool.com for more information. 

Valentine’s Day Orders – Due February 6th

Support the Senior class and get something special for your friend, family member or favorite teacher. Orders will be due Tuesday, February 6th . K5- 12th grade will be receiving their items on Wednesday, February 14th.  K4 will receive their items on Tuesday, February 13th. Thank you for supporting the Class of 2024! Order forms for Elementary students will go home in folders soon! Valentine’s Day order forms are also available online and in the school offices.  Order forms can also be found in the link below.

 

GCS Family Fun Event

 

Save the date- Saturday, April 13th from 10am-12pm The GCS seniors will be hosting a Family Fun Event for our school family as a fundraiser for their senior trip. $10 admission for all skaters, $5 skate rentals if needed, $5 per laser tag game, and $3 bounce house bracelet (under 54”) – Adult spectators will be free. Come join us and spend some time with our GCS family. 

 

Blood Drive

The Honor Society students of Genesee Christian School are reaching out to their community by sponsoring an American Red Cross Blood Drive.

The blood drive is scheduled for Thursday, February 15, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. in the High School Cafeteria.  

 

 

Here are three ways to schedule your appointment:

 

  1. https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=GeneseeChris#.Y7wu07dMMn8.gmail
  2. Go to RedCrossBlood.org and use the sponsor code GeneseeChris
  3. Call 1-800-RED-CROSS

Contact Mrs. Heath with any questions  kheath@geneseechristianschool.com 

 

Little Leaders Preschool/Daycare and Latchkey

 

Hours of Operations

Our hours are 6:30am to 5:30pm. Please note that after 5:30pm there is a late fee of $8 for the first 10 minutes, and $1 per minute after 5:40 per child. 

Tax Season – Day Care Statements 

If you would like a copy of your 2023 daycare statement, please email Cheryl Britton at cbritton@geneseechristianschool.com and request a copy.  Statements will be issued on a first come first served basis, and will be emailed directly to you.  Paper copies are available upon request.  Accounts can also be viewed on FACTS SIS.

Early Dismissal Reminder 

School is dismissed at noon on Friday January 19th. All students that need the services of latchkey should have signed up with Mrs. Kubzcak by last week.

 

Elementary

Early Dismissal 

January 17: 2:00 dismissal 

January 18: 2:00 dismissal

January 19: Noon dismissal

  • All students that need the services of latchkey should have signed up with Mrs. Kubzcak by last week.

Slush on Thursday

We will be selling slush on Thursday this week! 

Elementary Family Fellowship

Plan to join us January 25th for an afternoon or evening of fellowship as we look forward to the new semester. Classroom Session Grades K4 – 3rd; State and Michigan Report Meetings 4th & 5th 

(Due to shared classroom, K4/K5 will split times) 

3:00-3:30 Refreshments and displays in the gym.  

3:30-3:55 Session 1

K4 3:30-3:40

K5 3:45-3:55

4:00-4:30 Session 2

K4 4:00-4:10

K5 4:15-4:25

Evening Session:  

6:00-6:15  Refreshments and Displays in the gym.

6:15-6:45  Session 3

K4 6:15-6:25

K5 6:30-6:45

Boys Jet League Basketball:

See info below under athletics. 

Yearbook Photos

We are always looking for photos to put in the yearbook.  If you have any pictures from field trips, Jet League games or class parties please forward them to vtebeest@geneseechristianschool.com. 

Elementary Winterfest Week 1/29-2/2

1/29 Monday: Pajama day Snack: Dirt n’ worms

1/30 Tuesday: Sports/Team day Snack: Root Beer Floats

1/31 Wednesday: Mario day Snack: Hot Chocolate and Chocolate chip cookie

2/1 Thursday: Beach Day Snack: Doughnuts

2/2 Friday: Spirit day Snack: Ice Cream Sundaes

Middle/High School

Donuts for Bible Project

Snacks are sold the week of exams between the student’s testing periods.  The Bible Project has the Thursday snack time.  Would you be willing to send in a dozen donuts to help us raise money to print John and Romans?

Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E45AEA623A0FA7-47256923-donuts 

“SAVE AROUND” Coupon Books (similar to “Entertainment Coupon Books”)

This is a great opportunity for your family to earn money for class trips!  The coupon books cost $25 each with a 50% profit to the seller.  The sale runs now through February 9th.  For more information, please check for an email from Mrs. Heath.

Semester Exam Week Schedule

WEDNESDAY, January 17, 2024 – 1st and  2nd Hour Exams – Out at 2:00 p.m.

THURSDAY, January 18, 2024 – 4th and 5th Hour Exams – Out at 2:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, January 19, 2024  – 6th and 7th Hour Exams – Out at NOON
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MONDAY, January 22, 2024 is the first day of second semester.

 

Winterfest – Dress Days for the High School Building

Monday: Dress for snow fun: beanies, hats, scarves, mittens, or go all out in snow gear and school approved jeans.

Tuesday: Cozy Day: GCS flannel PJ’s, comfy, hoodie, slippers, athletic pants and school approved jeans.

Wednesday: White Out Day: Wear last year’s WINTERFEST shirts or other white shirts and white sweatpants/athletic pants or school approved jeans.

Thursday: Sports Day: Sports team apparel, athletic pants or school approved jeans.

Friday: Lumberjack Day: Flannels and school approved jeans.

 

Athletics

 

Soldier Socks Sale:  

Stay Warm & Show School Spirit.   Available for purchase in the athletic department $12 / pair (accepting cash or check made payable to GCS). Blue & White or Blue & Black styles offered.  Limited quantities available – get a pair before they’re gone. 💨 

 

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 the HS office.

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

  • HS girls & boys basketball text @gcswsp23 to the number 81010
  • MS boys basketball text @gcsjhbbal to the number 81010
  • MS girls volleyball text @gcswsp23 to the number 81010
  • 5th/6th girls jet league text @jetleagu to the number 81010            

GCSWinterSportsSchedule←Use Link for Practice & Game Schedule

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   

Jet League – $50.00

🏐7th & 8th Grade Girls Volleyball:   

First game is scheduled for Monday, 1/22.   Use this easy link to access athletic schedules: GCSWinterSportsSchedule  

Please check the schedule often as practices/games locations and times may change. 

  *Sports Fee of $75 is due Monday, 1/22. Sports fees are per athlete per season and due by the first game. Please send payments to the athletic office.

*Current sports physicals need to be on file in the Athletic Office before attending the first practice.  Use link to print off sports physical form →  MHSAA23-24PhysicalForm 

🏀HS Girls & Boys Basketball 

The Athletic department appreciates your help in making our Home Games a success.

Our Soldiers need volunteers for the admissions table, game clock and game book on 2/6. 2/20, 2/7.  Please check your schedule and use the sign up genius link:  HSBasketballGameHelpSignUP

🏀Boys Jet League Basketball: 

Early Dismissal times this week – could mean different practice times Thur. & Fri.  Check with your coaches about modified practice times this week.

Sports fees are past due:  Please send your payment of $50 (cash or check made payable to GCS)  to the athletic office as soon as possible.

BoysJetLeagueScheduleLink ←Use Link for Game Schedule   Please check the schedule often as games locations and times may change. 

 

⚾️HS Baseball Open Gym Workouts: 

Coach Payne will be hosting baseball open gyms every Saturday from 7pm-9pm in HS Gym.

High School  Basketball

JV Boys / Varsity Boys / Varsity Girls Basketball Team & Individual Photos will be taken Thursday, January 25th right after school (3:15). Bring complete uniforms (home and away) and be ready right after school.  Everyone must be in the team picture which is used for the yearbook.  Individual pictures will only be taken if you tell the photographer you are ordering. 

Picture order form is available on our school website using this link SportsPhotoForm22

Bring form and payment with you.