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GCCS iTeam Families, 

Thank you for your continued patience as we walk through this season of construction and growth. While the temporary inconveniences can be challenging, we are so excited about what this new building represents for our students and for the future of our school. It will truly be worth it.

This week I had the joy of spending extended time in classrooms, and I left incredibly encouraged. It is refreshing to be in a school where teachers faithfully teach from a biblical worldview — not just in Bible class, but across every subject. Technology is used with purpose, students are encouraged to think and share, and meaningful discussions are happening daily.

One intermediate student said during geometry, “It’s not just a class in school; it shows us the wisdom of God.” In middle school history, I heard, “Government only works when it is run by upstanding and moral people.”

These moments remind me why Christian education matters so deeply. Our students are learning truth through the lens of faith.

Thank you for partnering with us. We do not take the responsibility of educating your children lightly, and it is an honor to serve alongside you.

Blessings, 

Mrs. B. 

iTeam Family Fun Night is on March 12th from 6-8PM. 

VERY IMPORTANT: Please note Mr. Muschott's email that tells about before care. We will allow drivers to drop off their children at the flagpole when the back road is closed. Busses will also be pulling up so use extra precaution. 

PLEASE READ: 

Letter: Construction 5-6 Carline

Map: 5-6 Carline 

Future 7th graders: Color Guard Information

Does your child love music, dance, and performing? We have an exciting opportunity for them to join our Color Guard team for the upcoming fall season!

What is Color Guard? It's a creative blend of dance, flag spinning, and acting performed alongside the marching band in a competitive setting and during halftime shows at the high school football games.

This is not just any activity- it's a high school level sport that welcomes middle schoolers to participate and excel. Our program includes 3 - 4 free weeks of camp right here on school grounds, running from mid-July to mid-August. As well as practices 4 days a week after school. Your child will have the chance to learn new skills, build friendships, and experience the thrill of performing.

Throughout the season, our Color Guard team performs at home high school football games, adding excitement and spirit to the atmosphere. Additionally, we compete in five to six Saturday competitions from September to early November against other bands.

Conditionings are April 9th, 14th, 16th, 23rd, & 28th and Try Outs are April 30th, both are from 3:45pm-5:45pm starting in room 711 and choir room.

Spots are limited.

For more information, please contact Miss Harr at mharr@grovecitychristian.org

Continuing in our “Who Am I” series, and building on last week’s Truth that we were created in God’s image, Ms. Edwards led this week’s chapel lesson answering two more identity questions - “Am I an animal” and “Does it matter if I’m a boy or a girl?”  Scriptural foundations for this lesson are found in Genesis 1:26-27, 2:18, 22-23, and Psalm 139:13-14. God gave humans, the only part of creation that are image bearers, rule and responsibility over the animals.  His Word is clear that he created two genders, male and female.  It is God’s good design that we reflect His image to others through the purposeful gender he ordained in us the moment we were created.  

Explore this topic further together as a family by reviewing THIS article from Answers in Genesis.  

Parents, engage with biblically based resources like the ones listed below to help guide your discussions with your children on these and other topics key to developing a biblical worldview:

• Helping Your Kids Know God’s Good Design:  40 Questions & Answers on Sexuality & Gender - book by Elizabeth Urbanowicz

• Foundation Worldview Podcast - Join Elizabeth Urbanowicz as she seeks to answer your questions to equip you to help the kids that God has placed in your care to carefully evaluate every idea they encounter so that they can understand the truth of the Christian worldview.

• What Do I Say When?  A Parent’s Guide to Navigating Cultural Chaos for Children and Teens - book by Andrew T. Walker and Christian Walker. 

• The MAVEN Parent Podcast - Hosted by: Brett and Erin Kunkle who guide you through Christian parenting in a secular culture, with wisdom and lots of practical help.

• Mama Bear Apologetics - Train yourself, equip your kids - Learn how to raise kids who think critically, love biblically, and stand firm against the cultural tide.  -  podcast, book, blog & more.

The Naz - Preteen Ministry

Keep connected with all pre-teen ministry happenings through the NAZ YTH Pre site.