10/19/2026 Courier

 

General News

 

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Upcoming Important Dates

No School for Students – Parent Teacher Conferences – October 22

Junior/Senior Parent Meeting – October 22 at 7 pm

 

Picture Retake Day- October 29
Picture packages were delivered last week. Picture retakes are scheduled for October 29. Students who were absent on our original picture day will have their picture taken on retake day. If your student is having retakes done, please send the original picture package with them to school. 

Raise Right (SCRIP) Gift Card Program

Buying gift cards this year for the holidays?  Buy them from GCS and earn money for tuition!  

  • To learn more about how it works, visit GCS Reduce Costs and click on the RaiseRight tab. 
  • For more information about RaiseRight and the gift cards offered, visit https://www.raiseright.com/
  • If you would like to take advantage of these great savings and join the program, email gcs@geneseechristianschool.com.

The Christmas season is approaching QUICKLY!  During the holiday season, RaiseRight offers a wide variety of bonuses including $5 and $10 gift cards. During November and December, you can earn 75% of the rebates that are earned through the program.  Orders for physical cards will be placed on the following Tuesdays at 9 a.m.: 11/3, 11/17, 12/1, and 12/8. 

 

From the Administrator 

As we navigate a culture shaped by social media, AI, and constant access to information, our students face challenging issues at younger ages. Our Cultural Conversations in HS Bible class provide opportunities for students to think critically and biblically about relevant issues.

Another helpful resource for families is Summit Ministries, which offers podcasts and articles to help parents teach their children to discern truth and walk righteously in today’s technological culture. We encourage you to take advantage of this resource as you continue the discipleship process at home.

We pray for the Lord’s wisdom and discernment as we raise up the next generation of Soldiers for Christ!

Auction News

Save the Date – March 13, 2027 at the Flint Farmers’ Market.

We are currently accepting Sponsorships! Visit the Auction page of the GCS website for the forms and more information. 

Classroom Basket competition – Class v Class – Each class with 100% participation will win a prize! Send $20/child with your student until October 30th. If you have any questions, please email auction@geneseechristianschool.com

Little Leaders Preschool/Daycare and Latchkey

No Preschool  – October 22

There will be no Preschool on Thursday, October 22, due to Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences. There will be a sign up sheet for daycare for Preschool-aged children and younger ONLY.  There will not be daycare available for elementary students (K-5th) on that day.

Fall Fun Day – October 23

Pumpkin play, cider and donuts, hay ride, and more! More details in our monthly newsletter.

Picture Retake Day- October 29

See info above. 

Elementary

 

Slush

There will be NO Slush this week due to Grandparent’s Day.

 

Parent Teacher Conferences – October 22

There will be no school for students on Thursday, October 22. Please call the school office (810.743.3110) to set up an appointment to meet with your child’s teacher. 

Grandparents’ Day – October 23 

Our students are busy preparing a special program that will be presented at South Baptist Church on Friday, October 23rd, at 10:00 am. This event is for grandparents (or stand-in grandparents) only. We will practice at the church on Wednesday morning, October 21.  Mrs. Shannon has asked that students dress up for the event; no jeans or t-shirts please. 

 

Fall Weather Approaching 

Because of the cooler mornings, the grass is wet for morning gym classes and recess.  Please send an extra pair of socks with your child.

STEM Day – November 6

Elementary students in 1st-5th will be participating in our first ever STEM Day on November 6! More information will be coming home soon regarding this FUN day, including permission slips to ride the bus to the MS/HS building. We are looking for a few parent volunteers to oversee this event and lend a hand as we host a team from STEMNETICS for some hands-on STEM activities! Please contact Mrs. Brewer if you would like to volunteer tbrewer@geneseechristianschool.com

 

4th/5th/6th Grade Girls Basketball 

Please see athletics below.

 

Christmas Store

We are looking for parent volunteers to help with the Elementary Christmas Store December 2-4. Volunteers will be helping students shop and wrapping gifts, among other things.  Please reach out to Mrs. Forsyth at sforsyth@geneseechristianschool.com if you are interested.  

 

Middle/High School

 

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

Lost and Found

Students, please make sure to visit the lost and found in the Student Services office. Lost and found will be cleaned out and items will be donated to a local charity on a regular basis due to space restrictions. 

 

Middle & High School Parent Teacher Conferences – October 22

On Thursday, October 22nd, there will be no school for students.

Conferences will be 10:00-12:00, 1:00-4:30, and 5:30–7:00 p.m. 

Each parent who wishes to meet with a teacher may do so on a first-come, first-served basis at the MS/HS.  We are asking that parents keep meeting times to 5 minutes per conference. This should allow parents to speak with each teacher regarding their student’s grades/progress and will keep waiting time to a minimum.  

Junior And Senior Parent Meeting

The meeting for Juniors, Seniors, and their parents will be this Thursday, October 22nd at 7pm in the HS cafeteria.  Please plan to attend this meeting as we will be covering many important details for Juniors and Seniors:

  • GCS events for Juniors and Seniors (fundraisers, senior trip, etc.)
  • College application process – FAFSA, College Board, class selection, etc.
  • Options for paying for college
  • Deadlines – AP testing, Jostens, final transcripts, etc…

 

GCS Service Day- November 6

The 9th-12th graders will be participating in our annual high school service day on Friday, November 6th.  Students will be going out to various places to serve our community.  Permission slips will be coming home soon.  If you would like to be involved in the service day project, please contact Mrs. Mein at mmein@geneseechristianschool.com.  Because bus space is limited, we would ask parents to provide their own transportation.  See your child’s permission form to see the location of his/her service project.

 

Middle School STEM Day – November 6

Middle School students will be participating in our first ever STEM Day on Friday, November 6, in the afternoon.  We could use a few parent volunteers to help to oversee this event and lend a hand as we host a team from STEMNETICS for some hands-on STEM activities. Please contact Mrs. Mein at mmein@geneseechristianschool.com if you would like to volunteer.

 

Annual Fall Fundraiser

Now is the time to stock up on Little Caesars Pizza Kits! You can have them on hand for quick dinners, birthday parties or entertaining. This fundraiser earns money for GCS students to be used for the following trips: Mackinaw, Creation, Washington DC, Senior Trip.  Support a Middle or High School student today! Contact Katie Heath with questions kheath@geneseechristianschool.com 

 

Athletics 

GCS Winter Spirit Wear Sale:  Sale is scheduled to begin next month (November)! Orders will be filled in time for Christmas! Watch 👀 your email – more information coming soon!

 

Cross Country👟

Middle School  Regionals are Saturday!

  • Saturday, October 24th
  • Race Time: MS boys @ 9:00 AM and MS girls @ 9:30 AM
  • Location: 3940 Morrice Rd., Webberville  (Happy Acres)
  • Parking: $10 per car

GO, SOLDIERS!

Competitions to Come:  

  • Saturday, 10/24 HS  Meet: Josh Lott Memorial Race (3940 Morrice Rd., Webberville- Happy Acres)
    • HS Boys & HS Girls: Race time 11AM

Fall Schedule  link to access athletic page with schedule tab GCSSportsSchedule 

 

Girls Jet League Basketball Program

Practices on Mondays & Fridays 3:30-5:00 in the El. Gym.

Varsity Boys and JH Boys Soccer Players –  Clean uniforms are due back to the athletic office by Friday, October 23rd. Please place clean uniforms in the blue return bin located in the front of the athletic office.  We appreciate your promptness!

Game Schedule Use link for schedule   JetLeagueSchedule

Join Athletic Text Alerts: Be alerted of schedule changes – join today!

  • MS Basketball text @gcsjhbball to 81010
  • HS Basketball text @gcswsp26 to 81010
  • Jet League Basketball text @jetleagu to 81010

Dribble It, Pass It, We Want A Basket!!!

Physical Form MHSAA26-27PhysicalFormLink    

*Current sports physicals must be on file in the Athletic Office before attending the first practice* 

🏀Middle School Girls & Boys Basketball Sign Ups: 

7th and 8th grade middle school girls & boys interested in playing basketball this season can sign up this week in the Athletic Office.

MS Girls Practices will start November 2nd. 

  • Current sports physicals are due by Monday, November 2nd.
  • Sports Fee of $125 is due on Monday, 11/9.

MS Boys Practices will start January 4th

  • Current sports physicals are due by Monday, January 4th.  
  • Sports Fee of $125 is due on Monday, 1/11.

🏀HS Girls & Boys Basketball Sign Ups: 

9th-12th grade high school girls and boys interested in playing basketball this winter can sign up this week in the Athletic Office. 

HS Boys Practices will start Wednesday, November 11th (depending on volleyball post season)

  • Current sports physicals are due by Wednesday, November 11th
  • Sports Fee of JV $150 / Varsity $175 is due on Monday, 11/30.   

HS Girls Practices will start Thursday, November 18th

  • Current sports physicals are due by Thursday, November 18th
  • Sports Fee of $175 is due on Monday, 12/7. 

Sports Fees

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 – $175.00   ➽➽JV – $150.00  ➽➽  Junior High – $125.00   ➽➽  Jet League – $75.00

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. MHSAA26-27SportsPhyscialForm and is 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.