09/11/2023 Courier

09/11/2023

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!

All parents and pick-up contacts for students that ride the bus SHOULD sign up for MTA TEXT notifications from the school so that we may communicate pertinent information or changes quickly and efficiently. To sign up: https://www.remind.com/join/ enter class code: @c73dhg7

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.

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

Picture Day

Wednesday, September 13th is picture day. Only picture packets 1-5 include a yearbook. Order forms went home last week. To order online for the elementary use this link: https://photofactoryusainc.simplephoto.com/prepay/41664427?code=genel

Preschool and K4 pictures will be taken at a later date.

Bucks for Bibles at the Elementary

Friday, September 15th is our first Bucks for Bibles dress down day. Send in $1.00 (or more) for the Bible Project and your child can wear loose fitting sweats/athletic pants and a T-shirt for the day.

Spirit Week September 25-29

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. Order forms for special snacks will go home in folders next Monday.

Here are a few guidelines for the Elementary dress days.

Monday: Pajama Day- Robe, PJ’s (modest please), Slippers, Crazy Socks, Stuffed Animals
Tuesday: Sports/Team Day- Dress in your favorite sports team jersey or uniform. Long shorts are allowed if they go with your theme
Wednesday: Go back in Time Day- Pick a period of time and dress like someone from that era
Thursday: Crazy/Twin Day- Find a friend and dress alike or do your hair in a silly way and dress mismatched
Friday: Spirit Day- Wear your school (spirit wear) colors and get ready to cheer the Soldiers on to a VICTORY!

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.

Afternoon K4-2nd Pick up

Please remember to come over to the gate to release your child at the end of the day. It is helpful to our staff in identifying you. Thank you for your assistance in this!

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.

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

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

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

Help for Students: Algebra

Michelle Armbrust is offering two after-school tutoring classes on Wednesdays. Help for students in Algebra will run from 3:05-4:00. Help for students in Pre-Algebra will run from 4:05-5:00. Students who would like to stay for the 4-5 class are welcome to stay in the room, where they can either observe the Algebra lesson or use the hour as a study time. Please email if you are interested. marmbrust@geneseechristianschool.com

Bucks for Bibles at the Middle/High School Building

Friday, September 15th is our first Bucks for Bibles Day. Send in $1.00 (or more) for the Bible Project and your child can wear school appropriate jeans for the day.

Picture Day

Wednesday, September 13th is picture day. Order forms went home last week. You can also order online through Photo Factory here: https://photofactoryusainc.simplephoto.com/prepay/41664428?code=genhs

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. Order forms went home last week. Online ordering is available here for SENIORS:

https://photofactoryusainc.simplephoto.com/prepay/30524738?code=gchsenior

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.

See You at the Pole – Established in 1990
Wednesday, September 27th is the annual “See You at the Pole.” The event is intended to lift-up classmates, teachers, family, friends, and our nation in sincere prayer before God. The Middle and High school students should meet at the flagpole at 7:45 AM for a time of prayer.

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.

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

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

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

Team & Individual Fall Sports Picture Schedule

Tuesday, 9/19 MS Girls Basketball 3:15 inside @ HS Gym

Tuesday, 9/19 JV Volleyball 3:30 inside @ HS Gym

Tuesday, 9/19 Varsity Volleyball 3:45 inside @ HS Gym

Monday, 9/25 Cross Country Teams 3:30 outside @ El. Field

Monday, 9/25 MS Boys Soccer Team 3:30 outside @ El. Field

Monday, 9/25 Varsity Boys Soccer Team 3:30 outside @ El. Field

All players 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 and hand them a completed order form. Order forms are available on the GCS school website under athletic tab, using this easy access link 👉🏼 SportsPhotoForm, or in the HS Student Services Office.

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🏐

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 at the Genesee Invitational

Brooke Sonnenberg placed 5th & Ian Ferguson placed 6th, both receiving medals in their event.. It was a great race with improved times. Middle schoolers, Ariana Stewart and Ryan Stewart received ribbons for their races. Shout out to Kallie Kubzcak for most improved!

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 past due. Please send cash or check (made payable to GCS) to the athletic office as soon as possible.

Early Dismissal & Bus Transportation:

Bus transportation is being provided for the away game today (9/11) in Elkton and the away game Thursday, (9/14) in Midland. All Players are required to ride the bus to the game. Bus is departing today at 3pm and Thursday at 2:30pm.

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

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

Sports fees of $75 are due today, Sept. 11th. Sports fees are per athlete / per season and due by the first game. 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!