October 23, 2026

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Why do students have to write essays when artificial intelligence models can do it faster and better? Why do my kids have to learn to do math when they will always have a calculator available? More generally, why should a human do it, if AI can do it “better?”

These questions strike at the heart of Christian education and what we do at RCS. In this first of four essays, I argue that image-bearing requires humans to act from good character that is impossible for AI... click here to read more.

From the desk of Adam Blehm | Biblical Worldview Director

Have you ever thought about substitute teaching?

Now is the perfect time to get involved! Subbing is a rewarding way to make a difference in the lives of our students while spending time in the school with your own child, experiencing the classroom environment firsthand, and building meaningful relationships with our incredible teachers and staff. Even serving a few days can make a BIG difference!

Not able to sub yourself?

You can still help by spreading the word to friends, family members, or anyone who might be interested in joining our substitute team.

We would love for our RCS families to share this invitation with their pastors and invite them to join us for Kids Pastor Chapel! This is a special opportunity for pastors to connect with our elementary students and spend time with our RCS community.


Check-In: 8:00 am | Main Elementary Lobby

Chapel: 8:20–8:50 am

Reception: 8:50–9:30 am


We look forward to welcoming our pastors to campus for a meaningful morning of worship, connection, and fellowship!

Our first graders are collecting Baby Blessing Bag items for Heart of a Shepherd all month and will deliver them on our field trip to Shepherd’s Cross on October 30! Please drop donations in your child’s classroom starting this week.

Reminders: New/gently used items only. Gender-neutral colors/patterns (whites, grays, greens, yellows). Needed: diapers and wipes, bottles/sippy cups, rattles/toys, baby wash/lotion/towels, baby books, onesies/sleepers, receiving blankets, pacifiers/teethers, baby socks.

Thank you for helping our kids give back!

Show Dates:

• Thursday, October 29 | 7:00 pm — Blue Cast
• Friday, October 30 | 12:45 pm — Gold Cast (In School)
• Friday, October 30 | 7:00 pm — Gold Cast
• Saturday, October 31 | 2:00 pm — Blue Cast
  

Come support our talented High School students and enjoy this hilarious and heartwarming production! We hope to see you there!

Our Rejoice Thanksgiving Feasts are coming up! Families are invited to join us for a special time of gratitude and fellowship. Each student may invite up to two loved ones to attend.

Please RSVP by Sunday, November 8 at 11:59 pm using the form below to indicate guests and lunch preferences. If you are unable to attend but would like your child to enjoy a Thanksgiving lunch, please indicate this on the form.

Did you know you can support Rejoice Christian School while receiving valuable Oklahoma tax credits? Through the Opportunity Scholarship Fund (OSF), your gift helps make Christian education more affordable for families while redirecting your tax dollars to support RCS students. Learn how you can make a difference and take advantage of 2026 Oklahoma tax credits!

We are excited to announce that we are providing some new clubs and activities at Rejoice Christian School this year!


After assessing interest among our students and staff, here are the new opportunities for connection and growth we plan to offer once a week at no cost to RCS students (with the exception of our new Tippi Toes dance program). You will receive more information about meeting times, registration, and participation details in the weeks to follow.

We’re excited to explore bringing Tippi Toes dance classes to Rejoice for students in P3, PreK, kindergarten, and 1st grade! These 45-minute classes would introduce students to ballet, tap, and jazz while providing a fun opportunity to learn new skills and enjoy movement together. Classes would be held on Thursdays from 3:30–4:15 p.m., with tuition of $80 per month and a $55 annual registration fee.


Tippi Toes has also offered to provide a free trial/demo class so interested students can experience the program before families decide whether to enroll. The demo date and time are still being determined, and details will be shared once confirmed. Attending the demo does not require a commitment to future classes.

If your family would like to learn more, please complete the Google interest form linked below. Your responses will help us gauge interest and plan next steps. This is an interest form only, not a registration form, and completing it does not commit your family to classes or any fees. We look forward to hearing from you!

If you have a child who will be attending Rejoice for the first time next year, new student applications for 27-28 opened on October 15 and are on our website at www.rejoiceschool.com. If you have any questions, reach out to the Admissions Department at admissions@rejoiceschool.com.

No current RCS students need to complete an application, as they are continuously enrolled at Rejoice (the exception is all K4 students who are applying to move from the preschool to the upper schools.)