Summer Courier 2025
General News
GCS Families,
God is good! As we enter this new year full of possibilities and growth, we are grateful for our GCS families with whom we have the privilege to partner in raising children in God’s truth and righteousness. We are also encouraged by the servant’s heart of our GCS staff as they prepare for the 52nd year of “Training Soldiers for Christ.”
We are thrilled to welcome many new families to GCS and a few staff changes. In the elementary building, we would like to welcome Mrs. Tammy Brewer back to teach 2nd grade, while Mrs. Jaimie Denney moves over to teach a kindergarten class. At the middle school, we welcome Mr. Will Brown as our new 6th & 7th grade science and PE teacher.
This summer has been full of activity with several ongoing projects. The elementary school has a new fire alarm system, new flooring in one classroom, and fresh paint in the hallways. At the high school, roofing repairs were completed, the parent/student parking lot was resurfaced with limestone, and additional boiler plumbing is being completed for the winter season. We are thankful for our summer staff who work hard to prepare the halls, classrooms, buildings, and our academic updates as we get ready for the buzz of students entering our hallways and classrooms.
We are enthusiastic about the upcoming school year and the rolling out of school improvement and vision planning to secure a firm foundation for the years ahead. Please join us on Monday, August 18 for our school orientation/open houses. The first day of school is Wednesday, August 20.
In Service to Christ,
Rob Buchalski
GCS Administrator
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GCS Start and End Times
Elementary: 8:15 a.m. & 3:00
Middle/High School: 8:10 a.m. & 3:05
Lunch Calendars can be found on our website:
Elementary
https://geneseechristianschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/corrected-Aug-25-Elem-menu.docx.pdf
Middle and High School
https://geneseechristianschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Aug_Sept-25-MS_HS-Menu.pdf
Supply List Link
https://geneseechristianschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-2026-supply-list-8.2025.pdf
Family Portal – View Student Information
You may view your student’s schedule, grades, homework, lunch account balance, and tuition information in the Family Portal. This is the same site that was used for enrollment.
The district code is GEN-MI
https://logins2.renweb.com/logins/parentsweb-login.aspx
Student Handbook Link
Found under Resources in Family Portal
MTA NEWS – Parents, Please Email the Office if Your Student is Riding the Bus this Year
We are pleased to announce that MTA has agreed to provide services for our GCS families again this year. We are very thankful for this service and the convenience it provides to so many of our families. MTA has not had a price increase in the past several years, and the current price will remain unchanged.
- MTA will be charging $55 per student each month. If a student wants to ride the bus during the school year, they need to pay $55 per month for September 2025 through May 2026. This is a total cost of $495 per student per year for riding the bus. If a student rides the bus at all during the school year (even if they choose not to ride due to athletics), they must pay for the full nine months ($495).
- Bus charges must be paid in full to GCS ($495/per student) by August 28th or with your previously scheduled monthly tuition payment through FACTS Management.
- Please email gcs@geneseechristianschool.com with the following information:
- Student(s) who will be riding the bus
- Indicate preferred STOP (see below)
- Method of payment: full payment to GCS or added to your current monthly payment through FACTS Management (must be making monthly tuition payments)
- The names and phone numbers of emergency contacts
**MTA bus service will begin on Tuesday, September 2nd. The following bus stops and times are subject to change based upon location and level of bus rider interest.
GCS Proposed Bus Stops: AM: PM:
Trinity Baptist- Flushing 6:50 a.m. 3:30 p.m.
Cornerstone Baptist- Swartz Creek 7:00 a.m. 3:40 p.m.
Dunham’s- Fenton 7:20 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
Raise Right (SCRIP) Gift Card Program
Raise Right is a great way to help reduce the amount of tuition your family pays AND also helps to support GCS. Orders will be placed the first Tuesday morning of each month at 9:00 a.m. and will be ready for pick up on Friday. The first order for this school year will be placed on Tuesday, September 2nd. For more information please visit https://geneseechristianschool.com/resources/#resources
If you would like to get registered and start earning rebates please email scrip@geneseechristianschool.com.
Office Depot and School Supplies
If you make any purchases at Office Depot you may ask at the checkout that our school be given credit for the 5% program. The cashier can look up our number or you can refer to the numbers on your Supply List. MS/HS – 70048995 or Elementary – 70049000
Little Leaders Preschool/Daycare and Latchkey
Daycare/Preschool
We are now enrolling students for our preschool and daycare program. Our start date for preschool is Wednesday, August 20, at 8:30am. The preschool rooms will be open during the elementary orientation on August 18. Please stop by if you would like to learn more about our program!
Immunization Records/Health Appraisals
All students will need updated immunization records and a health appraisal (less than two years old) before your child begins August 20. If you plan to waive immunizations, please contact your local health department for further information. Health records may be faxed to us at: (810) 743-3177, Attention: Little Leaders. Contact Mrs. Britton at cbritton@genseechristianschool.com for more information.
Latchkey
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. There will be a sign up sheet available during the elementary orientation in the preschool room. You may also email Mrs. Kubczak at kkubczak@geneseechristianschool.com or Mrs. Britton at cbritton@geneseechristianschool.com to sign up.
Elementary
Orientation/Open House – Monday August 18
We invite you to come and drop off school supplies and meet your teacher during these times:
Building open: 2:00-3:00 Announcements in gym at 2:30
6:00-7:00 Announcements in gym at 6:30
Available For Purchase
Bibles: $6.00
School Planners: $6.00
GCS gym shorts for 3rd – 5th graders: $11.00
Dress Code Reminder – Elementary
With the last few weeks of warmer weather, please note that shorts and tank tops are NOT a part of our dress code. Dress code can be found in the student handbook (pp. 30-31) which is located under “Resource Documents” in the Family Portal.
- Skirts and dresses are considered dress code, but skirt/dress hemlines must be to the top of the knee (shorts or leggings underneath are strongly encouraged). Girls may also wear loose fitting jeans or dress pants.
- Boys need to wear collared shirts or approved spirit wear, jeans or dress pants. Hair length should not touch the eyebrows, ears, or collar.
- Students may NOT wear flip-flops or beach sandals to school.
Kindergarten Physical and Oral Health Forms Needed
All kindergarteners need to have a physical on file by the first day of school. If you have an appointment for a physical after school begins, please call and let us know that date so we can stay within the state regulations. In addition to the physical, an oral health assessment is also required. You may have your family dentist do the assessment, or contact your local health department for more information. Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment forms are available in the school office or by using this link: Oral Health Assessment Form
Box Tops, Office Depot, Kroger and Others
Please download and use the Box Tops for Education App. Several stores are offering bonus Box Tops during the back to school season.
Office Depot and Target purchases also help when you mention the school name during check out (see above).
Kroger has a wonderful rewards program and is a great way to earn funds for the school, sign up is fast and easy on their website.
Middle/High School
Available for Purchase at Student Services
Bibles: $6.00
School Planners: $6.00
Gym Shorts: $11.00
Gym Shirts: $6.00
6th Grade Jump Start for Parents & Students
Mark your calendars on Thursday, August 14th, at 6:30 p.m. for the Sixth Grade Jump Start Meeting. The sixth grade teachers and school administration will discuss general information to ease the transition into middle school. Students will spend time with teachers and will be issued their lockers and locks. We ask that all 6th graders attend with their parents for this “kick-off” event.
Contact Mrs. Michelle Armbrust with questions at marmbrust@geneseechristianschool.com
Orientation & Open House for ALL Middle/High School Students – Monday, August 18
- Student class schedules will be available to view in Family Portal on August 7th at 3pm. Any requests for schedule changes must be made by email to mmein@geneseechristianschool.com
- On August 18th, each class will have a short video with an overview of the class in Family Portal. Please take the time to view the videos prior to the first day of school. These class videos are located in the Family Portal under the Resource area for each class. Handouts will also be available to print under Resources in the Document area. To view the welcome videos: Go to Family Portal >>School>>Classes>>select a class>>Resources (located at the top). https://logins2.renweb.com/logins/parentsweb-login.aspx
- On August 18th from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. the MS/HS building will be open for new students and returning students that would like to pick up their schedule, meet their teachers, and find their locker prior to the first day of school.
- There will be a brief athletic meeting following the open house at 7:30 p.m.. Any families that are new to the student body or to any sports teams are welcome to attend. Coaches and athletic office staff will be available for any questions or details regarding the upcoming sports’ seasons.
Creation Trip Meeting – Monday, August 18
The 8th and 9th grade students will be using three instructional days to visit the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter on September 3-5. This is an exciting opportunity to experience first hand the truths presented in Genesis and reaffirm their biblical belief in Creation.
On Monday, August 18, there will be a mandatory meeting for all students and parents going on this trip at 5:15 p.m. in the high school cafeteria. During this meeting we will review the itinerary, trip guidelines and distribute the special trip t-shirts. Final payments are due at this time. Contact Katie Heath with any questions at kheath@geneseechristianschool.com
Final Schedules need to be picked up in the front entrance area on the first day of school. (Students who pick up schedules on August 18th do not need to pick up a schedule the first day of school unless there has been a schedule change.) Locker numbers and combinations are not available through Family Portal but will be on the printed schedule. Online schedules may change so be sure to pick up the FINAL copy on the first day of school. Students will be given extra time on the first day to locate their locker and put their things away.
Dress Code Reminders – Middle/High School
With the last few weeks of warmer weather, please note that shorts, capris, tank tops, and sleeveless shirts are NOT a part of our dress code. Dress code can be found in the student handbook which is located under “Resource Documents” in the Family Portal. Please read through the dress code guidelines before the first day of school.
- Both boys and girls may wear dress pants/khaki type pants. No jeans or athletic pants.
- Skirts and dresses may be worn, but skirt/dress hemlines must be at least to the top of the knee.
- Boys need to wear collared shirts or approved spirit wear, and hair length should not touch the eyebrows, ears, or collar. Faces must be clean shaven.
- Students may NOT wear flip-flops or beach sandals to school.
Pick up and Drop off
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.
Covers for Books – MS/HS
Start to collect those paper sacks from your favorite grocery store! All books, except for consumable workbooks, must be covered by students with a paper bag covering (no book socks). This should be done within the first week of school.
Impact Camp – 11th & 12th Grade – September 3-5
The Juniors and Seniors will be attending the school “Impact Camp” from Sept. 3rd-5th at Camp CoBeAc. The cost will be $120 per student to be paid in the office by Thursday, August 28th. Permission forms will be handed out with schedules on the FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL, August 20th. These instructional days will include many team building and leadership activities along with motivational biblical challenges. If you would like to help meet some of the additional financial needs of this activity, donations can be sent to the HS Office.
Wojo’s Mum Fundraiser
Here at GCS we offer many school trips for the students to enjoy including Mackinaw, Creation Museum, Washington DC, and the Senior Trip. Our goal is to assist families to pay for these events by offering various fundraisers throughout the school year. Last year, the students sold 1,342 mums, raising over $7,219.80 for their school trips.
- Mums are $13 in 6 quart containers (approximately 14”-20” across and 8”-12” tall)
- The color choices are Red, Yellow, White, Pink/Purple, or Bronze/ Orange
- Please print off the order form to record your purchases and turn it in to Miss Eskew with payment by Wednesday, August 27. Payment may be made by cash or check. Make checks out to Genesee Christian School
- GCS Mum Fundraiser Order Form
- The students will earn $6.40 for every mum they sell
- Delivery date to be determined (mid- September)
- Contact: Miss Eskew heskew@geneseechristianschool.com with questions
Senior Pictures Taken Here – Wednesday, September 10, 2025
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 10th to take yearbook pictures of 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. 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.
Athletics
L👀KING AHEAD Fall Spirit Wear Sale🎉
Be watching your email for the fall Homecoming Spirit Wear sale coming soon! Here is a sneak peek at what we are working on
Newly designed spirit wear cotton t-shirts will be for sale at the Open House on August 18th. Very limited quantities and sizes will be available. Cash or Check only.
Open House Athletic Meeting
- On August 18th from 6:00 – 7:30 the MS/HS building will be open for new and returning students — There will be a brief athletic meeting at 7:30 PM following the open house. Coaches and athletic office staff will be available to receive sports physicals, sports fees, or answer questions.
Sport Teams and Seasons
Soccer
Varsity Boys Soccer: August – November
Junior High Boys Soccer (7th-8th): August – October
Varsity Girls Soccer: March – June
Junior High Girls Soccer (7th-8th): April – May
Volleyball
JV Girls Volleyball: August – October
Varsity Girls Volleyball: August – November
Junior High Girls Volleyball (7th-8th): August – September
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): October – 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
Join Athletic Text Alerts: Be alerted of schedule changes – join the text alert group today!
- HS Boys Soccer & HS Volleyball text @gcsfsv25 to 81010
- MS Boys Soccer & MS Girls Volleyball text @gcsms25 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.
➽➽Varsity – $150.00 ➽➽JV – $125.00 ➽➽ Junior High – $100.00 ➽➽ Jet League – $50.00
- Athletic Fall Schedule use this easy link to access athletic schedule GCSFallSportsSchedule
Athletic Physicals🩺
For the 2025-26 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, 2025 to be considered a valid physical for 2025-26. – 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. MHSAA25-26SportsPhyscialForm 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.
9th-12th Grade Boys Soccer Players⚽️
Conditioning begins Monday, August 4th-Thursday, August 7 from 3-5pm.
First Practice / Tryouts are scheduled on Monday, August 11th 3-5:30pm.
* First Game is scheduled for Saturday, August 16th @ Oakland Christian – Soldiers Game times are 10AM, 1PM, & 4PM. Admissions fee is $8 / per spectator. Concessions will be available.
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
Culver’s Fundraiser in Grand Blanc: Tuesday, August 26th 5-8pm. The players will be required to attend the event & they will be tasked with running orders out to cars and tables. Several parents will be needed to help supervise the players. If you are able to take a shift please let Coach Anderson know.
9th-12th Grade Girls Volleyball Players🏐
Tryouts: JV & Varsity Skill evaluations/tryouts, conditioning & practice will be Monday 8/11 & Tuesday 8/12 from 3-5pm @ HS Gym.
*First Tri is scheduled for Thursday, August 21th 5pm @ Whitmore Lake HS
7th-12th Grade Cross Country
Conditioning is in full swing.
Official practice begins August 11th
*First Competition is scheduled for Thursday, Aug 21st 4:30pm. The HS team will be participating in the Birch Run Early Invitational @ Taymouth Township Park, Burt, MI
Practice schedule varies – Please check schedule closely
Use this easy access link for more practice and meet times. GCSFallSportsSchedule
Junior High Boys (7th & 8th Grade) Soccer Players
Please be watching for information regarding practice and game times. You should be receiving updates in the next few weeks.
Junior High Girls (7th & 8th Grade) Volleyball Players
Please be watching for information regarding practice and game times. You should be receiving updates in the next few weeks.