November 6, 2026

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Just a friendly reminder that elementary arrival is from 7:45–8:10 am, and the school day begins promptly at 8:10 am.

Families may choose to use the elementary car line for drop-off or park in the elementary parking lot and walk their student to the classroom door. Parents arriving between 8:05 and 8:10 am will be greeted by a staff member at the entrance who will direct students to their homeroom classrooms.

A few additional reminders:

- Parents of Kindergarten (K5) and Preschool (K3/K4) students may park and enter through the preschool entrance.

- Students arriving after 8:10 am must be checked in by a parent through the main Elementary Office.


Thank you for helping us make morning arrival smooth and keeping our school day on schedule!

All Rejoice students (with the exception of K4 students who apply for Kindergarten) are continuously enrolled from year to year. Please mark your calendars with these important upcoming dates, and watch for additional information about enrollment and withdrawal deadlines coming soon.

A quick note: We've updated the application links to make the process easier! After noticing some difficulties with the previous application process, we've made a few adjustments to help things go more smoothly. Thank you for your patience!

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.

Our preschool and elementary students enjoyed a little taste of the Wild West with author Bart Taylor, also known as “Buckaroo Bart”! After reading his books about Will Rogers in class, students had the opportunity to meet the author, hear him read one of his stories, and try out some Will Rogers-inspired roping skills of their own.

Bart also shared information about the Junior Ropers program, where students can sign up to learn more about roping!


Thank you, Bart, for bringing these stories to life and making learning so much fun at Rejoice!


Families can learn more about the Junior Ropers program at willrogers.com/junior .

We were so glad to have so many of you join us, including service members from our community, for our 4th Grade Veterans Day Program! Thank you to everyone who helped make this special tradition such a meaningful time of honoring those who have served.

Click the buttons below to view photos from the event! More photos will be added soon, so be sure to check back often!

Do you have leftover Halloween candy? We would love your help with a special Christmas project! Our elementary art students have been decorating white paper sacks that will be filled with candy and given to prisoners to share with their children during Christmas visits through Doors of Compassion Ministries, a ministry that offers hope and healing to those serving in prison.

This is a wonderful opportunity for our students’ creativity to become a blessing to others!

Candy Donation Details:

- What: Individually wrapped candy (no gum or suckers)

- When: November 2–13

- Where: Collection bin outside the Art room


Donations are completely optional, and any amount is appreciated. Thank you for helping us share a little extra sweetness this Christmas!

Rejoice families, get ready to share the joy of Christmas! Operation Christmas Child is coming November 16–20. This special ministry shares God’s love with children around the world through gift-filled shoeboxes. More details on how our Rejoice families can participate are coming soon. Stay tuned!

RCS students in K3 through 1st grade are invited to build confidence, stay active, and enjoy learning through dance! Tippi Toes classes meet on the Rejoice Christian School campus each Thursday from 3:30 pm–4:15 pm. Tuition is $80 per month, with an optional recital in May. Use code REJOICE for $15 off the registration fee.

Focused Photography retake day is coming up! The photography company will send an email reminder as the date approaches.

Would you like your child to have a retake? There are a few ways to let us know:

Complete the retake section on the printed proof sheet your child received and return it to their teacher.

Simply notify your child's teacher that you would like your child to have a retake. You do not have to complete the form on the proof sheet if you have already communicated your request to the teacher.

If you have already purchased a picture package and would like your child photographed again, please return the original picture package on retake day.


Picture Retake Schedule

Tuesday, November 17 – K3, K4 (2-day), 2nd, 4th and 5th Grades

• 9:10 am: K3 (all) and K4 (2-day)
• 9:20–9:55 am: Scheduled classroom groups
• 10:00 am: All call for K3, K4 (2-day), 2nd, 4th and 5th grades

Wednesday, November 18 – K3 (3-day), K4, K5, 1st and 3rd Grades

• 8:20–8:40 am: Scheduled classroom groups
• 8:45 am: K4 (3- and 5-day) and Perry K3 (3-day)
• 8:50–8:55 am: Scheduled classroom groups
• 9:00 am: All call for Perry K3 (3-day), K4 (3- and 5-day), K5, 1st and 3rd grades

Don't miss out! The deadline to sign up for Thanksgiving Lunch with your child is November 8. Please register using the link below.

Important Note: If you would like your child to receive a Thanksgiving meal registration is still required ahead of time.

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

Thanksgiving Menu: We'll be serving glazed ham, garlic mashed potatoes, sage stuffing, sweet potatoes, green beans, and a dinner roll.

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.

Join us for The Princess and the Pea, a delightful fairy tale set against the backdrop of Imperial Russia! Follow a peasant girl in search of justice and a prince in search of a bride as their two very different worlds collide. With a kingdom full of secrets and a tiny pea at the center of it all, finding the perfect princess becomes a royal adventure!



Showings:

• Friday, November 20 @ 7:00 pm
• Saturday, November 21 @ 2:00 pm
• Saturday, November 21 @ 7:00 pm

Come support our talented Middle School students as they bring this beloved fairy tale to life on stage! We hope to see you there!

Business owners and community partners, we invite you to join us for an upcoming OSF/CTF Informational Meeting!

Learn how the Opportunity Scholarship Fund (OSF) and Children’s Tuition Fund (CTF) can work for you and your business through Oklahoma’s tax credit programs.



Discover how your business can make a meaningful investment in Christian education while taking advantage of available state tax credit opportunities.

Tax Credits and Your Business: How OSF and CTF Can Work for You

We hope you'll join us to learn more and explore the impact you can make!

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).

Our Good News Club held its first meeting last Friday with nine amazing high school students! These students have a heart for sharing the Gospel with young children and are participating in weekly training with Mrs. Braswell, our Spanish teacher, and Mr. Phil Martin, a director with Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF).

Through this training, students are learning how to confidently share the Gospel and lead Good News Clubs at Rejoice Elementary and other local elementary schools. This week, they learned about prayer and how to pray using the ACTS acronym as a guide.

Our goal is to equip these students to lead clubs of their own and share God's love with children in our community. Please keep this new RCS club in your prayers!

Join us for RCS Day at the Under Armour Factory House on Saturday, November 21, from 8:00–10:00 am! 

Rejoice families and friends can enjoy an additional 25% off, which may be combined with current store promotions.

Stop by, shop for your favorite athletic gear, and take advantage of these special savings while supporting our RCS community!

Location: Under Armour Factory House, 801 E. 103rd St., Suite 5100, Jenks, OK