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September 15, 2022
Volume 4・Issue 6
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Half Day of School Tomorrow, 9/16/22
Faculty have professional development in the afternoon.
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First One-Minute Survey Results
Blog by Head of School, Donald M. Larson, PhD
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Our first One-Minute Survey is complete. Thank you to the 111 people who responded to the survey. If each person represents one family, this is just under a 60% response rate which is good, but we hope for more participation in the future.
We asked, “What evenings/nights are your students involved in church activities?”
Continue reading here.
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Members of the GCS Leadership Team, including Principals Cherie Morel and Jim Kerr, review and discuss survey results. | |
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Sept. 16 - Friday
Sept. 17 - Saturday
Sept. 22 - Wednesday
Oct. 6 - Thursday
- GCS Pass It On Family Picnic, 5-7 PM, @ FUTURE HOME OF GCS! (116 Cedar Green Rd., Staunton)
Oct. 7 - Friday
- Half Day
- Pass It On Project
Oct. 14 - Friday
Oct. 20 -Thursday
- 4th-6th Grade Musical, 7 PM
Oct. 21 - Friday
- ES/MS Half Day
- 4th-6th Grandparents' Day
- HS Great Escape II
Oct. 24 - Monday
- School Closed
- HS Job Shadowing
Oct. 27 - Thursday
- ES/MS Class & Makeup Picture Day
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Above: Senior Ellie Urgo warmly welcomes
a furry neighborhood visitor.
Below: Cross-Country teammates share some smiles, even after an exhausting run!
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We are excited to be able to bring you one of
our largest school-wide events this year!
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Fundraiser - What You Need To Know | |
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We ask that each GCS household fill out a "Champion List."
Look for your personal digital copy in your email this week, or reach out to Beth Lum to receive it. You can find more details here. Please return your list by Wed., Sept. 21 (next week).
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Service Day - What You Need To Know | |
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Elementary, Middle, and High School
Half Day of School + Service
Regular bus, arrival, dismissal, after-school care, etc.
Wear clothes to work in and your new your new Pass It On shirt!
(Pass It On shirts arriving soon.
Service project details will be in next Thursday's Warrior Weekly.)
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Family Picnic! - What You Need To Know | |
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Thursday, Oct. 6th, 5-7 PM
Pass It On Family Picnic will be at the
Future Home of Grace Christian School!
EVERYONE IS INVITED!
More details to come, but plan on food trucks selling dinner, a petting zoo, bounce houses, cotton candy, popcorn, a talent show, games, and more! Fun for every age, and everyone is invited! If you would like help out or have a fair-like exhibit to share, please reach out to Advancement@gcswarriors.org.
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Elementary/Middle School News | |
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1/2 Day Tomorrow
Don't forget that tomorrow is a 1/2 day of school! Please be sure to pack a snack, but no lunch, unless your student is staying for after-school care.
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The kindergarten class enjoyed a field trip to the Staunton Fire Station. | |
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Dear Parents of MS Students,
Middle school is a challenging time as students transition into tougher academics
while socially hungering for more time with peers. It is a time of independence and
extreme self-awareness. Understanding all of these factors has prompted us at GCS to
capitalize on an adventurous retreat that blends learning, faith, teamwork, and outdoor
activities.
Continue reading in the "Letter to MS Parents."
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MS Chapel
The MS is excited to announce that a once-a-month MS Chapel will kick off this Friday at 11:20 AM. David Brenneman will be our guest speaker, as he encourages and challenges our students in their faith. Parents are welcome to attend.
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The HS Prefecture is hosting the annual bonfire activity this Saturday, Sept. 17, from 7:00-9:30 PM at 226 Last Raid Lane in Swoope.
Lawn games, snacks, and beverages will be part of this evening in addition to the bonfire.
Come join the fun! There is no charge for this event.
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Doughnuts & Hot Chocolate Fundraiser | |
As a compliment or alternative to your normal morning culinary fare, why not revel in one (or more) delicious doughnuts and some hot chocolate on Friday, Sept. 23? The HS Prefecture will serve these items from 7:45-8:00 that morning.
Fresh doughnuts will be purchased from D & L Donuts in Staunton earlier that morning. You may choose between glazed, chocolate-topped, strawberry-topped, or maple-topped for $1.50 per item, and a cup of hot chocolate will only cost $.50 more.
Interested? Just bring your cash and sign up during lunch with a Prefecture member. The last day to order will be Tuesday, Sept. 20.
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Saturday,
Sept. 17
7:00-9:30 PM
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Bonfire Activity
226 Last Raid Lane,
Swoope, VA 24479
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College Representative Visit
from Regent University during lunch
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Wednesday,
Sept. 21
6:00-7:30 PM
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Stuarts Draft HS
College & Career Fair
@ SDHS Old Gym & Cafeteria
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Fall sports season is in full swing!
Click here to view upcoming games on the Warrior game calendar.
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Varsity Volleyball is off to a 8-4 start, JVG Volleyball is off to a 7-2 start, and MSG Volleyball is off to a 7-2 start. We have home JVG and MSG matches Monday, Tuesday, and Friday. Come out and support the girls! | | |
All four XC teams competed in the Knight's Crossing Invitational in Salem this weekend, one of the largest events on the East Coast. Many personal records were set. Our VG won a 3rd-place trophy. We had five runners medal overall, finishing in the top 25. | | |
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Our MSB Soccer team is 2-1-1 and will host several matches in the upcoming weeks.
Our Varsity Soccer Boys are off to a strong 4-2-2 start in a very hard schedule.
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High School Chorus had the fantastic opportunity to participate in the Bridgewater College Choral Department’s first-ever choral festival for high school students on Wed., Sept. 14. During this all-day event, students learned and rehearsed new pieces, and the event concluded with a performance at the Carter Center for Worship and Music on Bridgewater’s campus. | | |
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4th-6th-Grade Musical
October 20, 7 PM
Middle School Gym
Mark your calendars for this exciting night! This year our students will be presenting the story of Moses and the Exodus. Parents of 4th-6th graders, please let Mrs. Kahrs know if you'd like to help behind the scenes.
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Connect With Us: Grace Christian School | 19 S. Market Street, Staunton VA 24401 | 540.886.9109
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