02/06/2023

 

General News

Upcoming Dates to Note

February 17 –  No school, Teacher In-Service Day

February 20 – No school, Presidents’ Day.

Calendar – 2023-2024 GCS Calendar is available on the website

https://geneseechristianschool.com/resources/#_calendar

Cyber Soldiers Open House 

On Thursday February 23rd, the Cyber Soldiers are hosting an Open House at the Kettering First Center. This event is an opportunity to see what our Robotics team is building. The event will begin at 3pm and run until 7pm, please invite family and friends. Attached is the flier and map for the Kettering First Center.

Enrollment Opening Soon

Enrollment for the 2023-2024 school year opens on March 1st.  More information to come soon.  A few things to keep in mind for yearly enrollment.  

 

Blood Drive

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

The blood drive is scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, February 7th, 2023 from 9:00am to 2:45pm in the High School Cafeteria.  Masks will NOT be required.   Donors will NOT receive a COVID test.

 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 

 

Auction News

Thank you so much to everyone who brought in gift cards for our January blast!  We are still in need of many items for the auction, so please continue to bring in any type of auction donation- gift cards, items, handmade crafts, small appliances, etc. (brand new items, valued at $10 or higher, please). We are less than a month away from our donation deadline. Please be sure to fill out the donation form when turning in any auction donations so your family can get the credit. We’ll continue to have prize giveaways for students who bring in any donations or ads throughout the month of February. Tickets are now available for purchase on our auction website: http://bidpal.net/gcsauction23  

 

Auction Sponsors & Ads Needed

We are in need of business sponsors and advertisements for our Auction, taking place on March 18. If you own a business, or know someone who does, this is a great way to advertise your business and support GCS! Details 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. 

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Day Care/Little Leaders

 

Upcoming Dates

We will be closed Friday, February 17th for Teachers In-Service Day and Monday, February 20th for Presidents’ Day.

Party Time

Valentine’s Party is Thursday, February 9th, 10:00 – 11:30 am. More information was sent home in our monthly newsletter. 

Sign In and Sign Out

Please remember to sign your child in and out on the correct dates given on the sign out forms. 

Tax Season – Day Care Statements 

If you would like a copy of your 2022 daycare statement, please email Cheryl Britton at cbritton@geneseechristianschool.com to 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.

Latchkey Snacks

Afternoon latchkey has several snack options that are available for purchase at $.50 each.  Your child may also purchase a $10 snack ticket through the daycare.
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Elementary

 

No School:

February 17 – Teacher In-Service Day

February 20 – Presidents’ Day

Kindergarten Enrollment (K5)

Do you know someone who has a 5 year old ready for Kindergarten?  We want to meet families personally and take them on their own tour of the school.  Invite them to call and schedule a tour, or go to the school website to submit an inquiry for more information.

4 Year Old Students (K4)

Do you have a 4 year old that is ready for the classroom?  In our K4 classroom we offer 2-full days of instruction that encourages children to learn and grow.  This is an excellent opportunity for students to become acclimated to a classroom setting.  Call and schedule a tour or go to the school website to submit an inquiry for more information.

Auction News – Please see information above

**Sign up**

SPA (Soldier Parents in Action) will be holding a PARENT Fun night on February 25. Scan the QR code to register and for more information. You won’t want to miss this!  Dinner and Trivia in the elementary gym… Can you pass a 5th grade test?

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showRSVPSignUp/8050f45aba72aa5fc1-areyou

 

Boys Jet League Basketball:  

Reminder: No Jet League Games this holiday weekend.  Check with your coaches about practice times this week. Here is a link to the jet league game schedule BOYJETLEAGUESCHEDULE  Go, Soldiers!

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Middle/High School


Fun Friday, December 10

We are trying to raise funds to be able to print 50,000 copies of John and Romans.  Will you help us out with this mini fundraiser by bringing in donuts for the students to purchase?

Please click on the button to sign up. Thank you!

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0E45AEA623A0FA7-funfriday12 

 

Yearbooks for MS and HS on Sale

Get your 2022-2023 MS/HS yearbook NOW! They are for sale online for $28.00 until Friday, February 24th with a price increase after that. Go to https://link.entourageyearbooks.com/my/GCS2023  to order yours today. 

Genesee Driving School

Upcoming opportunities for driver’s training:

Segment 1 – begins April 10th

Segment 2 – begins April 17th

Contact Genesee Driving School at (810) 564-0808 or see Señora Lunney for a contract.

Robotics
Annual student fee of $150 (middle and high school) is now due – please send in your check (payable to GCS) as soon as possible.

This week’s meetings:

  •  Monday 5:30pm-8:00pm at Kettering First Center
  •  Tuesday 5:30pm-8:00pm at Kettering First Center
  •  Thursday 5:30pm-8:00pm at Kettering First Center
  •  Saturday 9am-4pm at Kettering First Center

Events: 

  • February 23 – CyberSoldiers Open House
  • March 3-4 – Kettering Week 1 District Event 
  • March 24-25 – Lakeview #1 (Battle Creek) District Event
  • April 6-8 – FIM State Tournament (SVSU)

If you are interested in learning more about robotics, please contact us at CyberSoldier7491@gmail.com   

Athletics

Join Athletic Text Alerts

Do you want to be alerted of schedule changes – join the text alert group today!

  • JV & Varsity Girls & Boys Basketball text @gcsbb22 to 81010
  • MS Girls Volleyball text @gcsbb22 to 81010
  • Jet League Basketball text @jetleagu to 81010

Athletic Senior Night Thursday, February 16th

Senior Night is a time to acknowledge senior athletes who have participated in athletics between 9th – 12th grades.  Immediately following the Varsity Girls Game and before the Varsity Boys warm up there will be a time of special recognition for these seniors and their parents/guardians.  Those participating should assemble in the hall outside the south gym.  The “senior accomplishment forms”  were due last week.  

Athletic  Winter Schedule use this easy link to access athletic schedules: GCS Winter Athletic Schedule  Please check the schedule often as practices/games locations and times may change.

HS Basketball : GaMe HeLp NeEdEd:

Please check your schedule and use the sign up genius link: HSBasketballGameHelpSignUp to serve

7th & 8th Grade Girls Volleyball:   GAME HELP NEEDED!!!

GCS will be hosting several home games. We appreciate everyone’s support

 in making these events successful 🙂  We need parent volunteers to run

   the game clock, keep the game book, and work the admissions table. 

Please check your schedule and use the sign up genius link:    MSVolleyballGameHelpSignUp  serve

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

MS Volleyball Winter Schedule use this easy link to access athletic schedules: GCS Winter Athletic Schedule  Please check the schedule often as practices/games locations and times may change.

Some Schools have notified us they only have one middle school volleyball team… 

Boys Jet League Basketball: 

Reminder: No Jet League Games this holiday weekend.  Check with your coaches about practice times this week. Here is a link to the jet league game schedule BOYJETLEAGUESCHEDULE  Go, Soldiers!

MS & HS Baseball:  

⚾️ Coach Payne will be hosting baseball open gym every Saturday from 7pm-9pm in HS Gym. Boys playing baseball in 7th-12th grades are able to come and throw as needed. Also, boys do NOT have to stay the entire 2 hours, but may come for a bit and leave if they need to. 

Looking Ahead

Sign Up Forms for MS & HS Girls Spring Soccer & Boys Spring Baseball are Available:

Girls & Boys in 7th – 12th Grade Interested in Participating in Spring Sports Please Use the Links 

Below to Sign Up

If your student is planning to participate in spring soccer or baseball please make sure they have turned in a completed MHSAA (link to form >)   SportsPhysicalForm  signed by a physician dated on or before April 15, 2022. Current physicals are required on file before coming to first practice.

  • Varsity Girls Soccer & Varsity Boys Baseball are scheduled to begin practicing Monday, 3/13..
  • MS Girls Soccer & MS Boys Baseball are scheduled to begin practicing after spring break.