05/04/2026 Courier
General News
Important Dates and Events
May 4-8- Teacher Appreciation Week
May 5,6,7– Seniors’ Final Exams
May 8- Senior Picnic
May 9-16– Senior Trip
May 13– 6th & 7th Henry Ford Museum
May 19– Senior Award Night
May 20– Kindergarten Last Day
May 21– Kindergarten Graduation at 7:00 p.m. at Ekklesia Church, Grand Blanc
May 22– Commencement, Class of 2026 at Cornerstone Baptist Church
May 25– No School
May 26– MS/HS Awards at 1:40 p.m. in the HS Cafeteria, information coming soon
May 27– HS Exams, School out at 2:00 p.m
May 28– HS Exams, School out at 2:00 p.m
May 29– LAST DAY OF SCHOOL – HS Exams, School out at NOON, No AM or PM Latchkey
June 1 – Enrollment deadline to ensure a seat in class for the 2026-2027 school year
Enrollment for the 2026-2027 School Year
- Enrollment is completed online through FACTS Family Portal*
- Enrollment completed before June 1 ensures a seat in classes
*Please note: If you are receiving reminder emails about re-enrollment, the enrollment packet has not been submitted and therefore your child’s enrollment is incomplete. Please be sure to check your Family Portal and call the administrative office with any questions.
Bible Project THANK YOU
Thank you to all the GCS families that helped support this year’s Bible project. Many helped with snacks for Fun Fridays in addition to the famous “Bucks for Bibles” jeans days. Because of you, GCS was able to finish our 30th year strong by putting together 90,000 copies of John and Romans! This brings the total number of Bibles that GCS has provided to ONE MILLION. You have been a vital part to the gospel being spread throughout the world. Please pray for those in Mexico who will be receiving this year’s Scriptures.
Raise Right (SCRIP) Gift Card Program
For more information, please visit https://geneseechristianschool.com/reduce-costs/
The last ordering date for physical cards will be tomorrow, Tuesday, May 5 at 9:00 am.
Summer Tutoring
If you have a child who would benefit from extra help in math, reading, or language/grammar, please contact Michelle Armbrust at marmbrust@geneseechristianschool.com.
Little Leaders Preschool/Daycare and Latchkey
End of the Year Celebration
Our annual End of the Year Celebration for K3 and K4 is Thursday, May 28th, at 10am. Join us in the gym to celebrate all of their hard work! Light refreshments will be served afterward in their classrooms.
Daycare Closed
Daycare will be closed Friday, May 29th for training. There will be no AM or PM latchkey.
K3 and K4 Enrollment
Please email Kristina Kubczak at kkubczak@geneseechristianschool.com to reserve your spot for the 2026-2027 school year.
Latchkey Statements
Please remember to have all latchkey accounts paid in full by the end of the school year. Statements are sent to your email address on file, unless a paper copy is requested. Contact Cheryl Britton at cbritton@geneseechristianschool.com if you have not received any statements or have questions about your account. Failure to make a payment will result in a $25 late fee charge.
Elementary
May 6th: Principal for the (½) Day Decrees
Coldyn Gillmore won the opportunity to spend the morning with Mrs. Arnst as Principal for the Day by being the highest bidder at the Auction in March. He had his planning meeting this morning and worked on the itinerary for Wednesday:
- DRESS DOWN DAY!
- Chapel- help hand out awards/birthdays
- Special slush day- lemonade and fruit punch
- Class observations
- Lunch out with a guest and Gym Teacher for the Day/guest
- Extra 5 minutes of recess for everyone (weather permitting)
GCS Core Values
This week’s core value is Diligence.
Kindergarten Enrollment
Do you know someone who has a five year old ready for kindergarten in the fall? We want to meet families personally and take them on their own tour of the school. Invite them to fill out an inquiry on our school website to schedule a tour or for more information.
It’s Spring!
Our playground will be muddy for the next several weeks. Please send boots, extra socks and outerwear with your child to keep them dry.
Field Day
Elementary Field Day will be Wednesday, May 27. More information coming home soon!
Vacation Station
Summer is almost here and we want students to remember the things they learned over the past year. A great way to do this is with a Vacation Station from BJUPress. These books are full of reading, language and math to keep skills sharp.
Print out this form and return it with $15 by May 12: Vacation Station Form
Another option is to use our Math and Reading log to track students’ work over the summer. Students who complete either one will go on a picnic with Mrs. Arnst in the spring.
Summer Math and Reading Picnic
Students who completed Summer Math and Reading from last summer will be scheduled to go on a picnic with Mrs. Arnst soon!
🏀🏐⚽️ Summer Sports Camps ⚽️🏐🏀
Soccer, volleyball and basketball camps are being scheduled for this summer! Please be watching for more information coming soon 👀
Middle/High School
6th & 7th grade Field Trip – Henry Ford Museum – May 13
The 6th & 7th grade students are going to the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, MI, next Wednesday, May 13. We will depart the high school at 8:10 a.m. and return by 3:05 p.m. ALL students will be riding the bus to the museum. Parents may attend and drive down separately; students may ride home with parents. If your student will be riding home with you, please email Mrs. Mein ahead of time.
The cost of the trip is $16. Permission forms and money are now past due. Please contact Mrs. Mein at mmein@geneseechristianschool.com if you have any questions.
AP TESTING for Juniors and Seniors – May 6, 8, 21, 22
All AP tests will be taken at GCS. The morning exams begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. Students should arrive at school by 7:45 a.m. for an 8:00 a.m. exam. Afternoon exams begin promptly at 12:00 p.m. Students MUST not be late or miss school on the day of the exam. These tests are from the College Board and MAY NOT be given at a different time other than what is listed below.
English Literature- Wednesday, May 6, at 8:00 a.m.
U.S. History- Friday, May 8, at 8:00 a.m.
Calculus- Thursday, May 21, at noon
Psychology- Friday, May 22, at noon
Washington DC Trip
Current 8th and 9th graders – it is time to enroll for your upcoming 2027 Washington DC trip. Due to the limited number of seats available, it is very important that you return your completed registration form and deposit as soon as possible.
Contact Mrs. Katie Heath with any questions at kheath@geneseechristianschool.com
Mackinaw Trip
Current 6th and 7th graders – it is time to enroll for your upcoming 2026 Mackinaw trip. Registration packets were passed out to students at school as well as emailed home to parents.
Please return the appropriate paperwork and deposit by Friday, May 22.
Contact Mrs. Katie Heath with any questions at kheath@geneseechristianschool.com
Athletics
Our Girls Soccer, Boys Baseball, and Boys Golf Team’s Seasons are in full swing – please see spring athletic calendar for details GCSAthleticsSpringSchedule ←Use Link for Practice & Game Schedule Please check the schedule often as practices/games locations and times may change.
Baseball Hats for Sale: Limited quantities. Details below
Varsity Baseball Hats for Sale: $20/ each. (sizes: sm-md / lg-xl) Limited quantities available. Please see the athletic department for purchase or email athletics@geneseechristianschool.com
JH Baseball Hats for Sale: $15 / each. (Adjustable Snapback Style) Limited quantities available. Please see the athletic department for purchase or email athletics@geneseechristianschool.com
Join Athletic Text Alerts: Be alerted of schedule changes – join the text alert group today!
- HS girls soccer text @gcssoc26 to the number 81010
- JH boys baseball text @jhbaseba26 to the number 81010
- HS boys baseball and golf text @gcsbaglf26 to the number 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.
➽➽Varsity – $150.00 ➽➽JV – $125.00 ➽➽ Junior High – $100.00 ➽➽ Jet League – $50.00
🏀🏐⚽️ Summer Sports Camps ⚽️🏐🏀
Soccer, volleyball and basketball camps are being scheduled for this summer! Please be watching for more information coming soon 👀
Fall Sport Sign Ups:
Sign Up sheets for fall sports will be inside the athletic office next week. Sign ups for JH Girls Volleyball, HS Girls Volleyball, JH Boys Soccer, HS Boys Soccer, JH and HS Cross Country.
Mark Your Calendars: Coach Anderson is planning for next year’s HS Boys Soccer season! See details below:
- Conditioning: August 3rd-August 6th
- First Practice / Tryouts: August 10th
Athletic Physicals🩺
For the 2026-27 school year, an MHSAA sports physical is required for all students who participate in sports. A physical examination must be completed on or after April 15, 2026, to be considered a valid physical for 2026-27. – This applies to any students participating in high school and middle school sports.
The MHSAA two-page physical form can be found using this link MHSAA26-27SportsPhysicalForm or it is also available in the school offices.
Students planning to participate in athletics MUST have this physical form on file by the first day of practice. Forms must be on file at the school athletic office before try-outs, practices, or games.
Soccer
Junior High Girls Soccer (7th-8th): April – May
Junior High Boys Soccer (7th-8th): August – October
Varsity Boys Soccer: August – November
Varsity Girls Soccer: March – June
Volleyball
JV Girls Volleyball: August – October
Varsity Girls Volleyball: August – November
Junior High Girls Volleyball (7th-8th): August – October
Cross Country
Cross Country Girls/Boys (6th-12th): August – October
Basketball
6th Grade Girls Jet League Basketball: October – December
6th Grade Boys Jet League Basketball: January – March
Junior High Girls Basketball (7th-8th): November – December
Junior High Boys Basketball (7th-8th): January – February
JV Boys Basketball: November – March
Varsity Girls Basketball: November – March
Varsity Boys Basketball: November – March
Baseball
Junior High Boys Baseball (7th-8th): April – May
Varsity Boys Baseball: March – June
Golf
Varsity Boys Golf (9th-12th): April – May