Spring 2024 Upcoming Events
JANUARY 15TH - MLK DAY. GCCS WILL BE CLOSED
JANUARY 18TH - SCHOOL CHOICE BINGO NIGHT, 5PM-7PM
FEBRUARY 9TH - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
FEBRUARY 12TH-14 - MARDI GRAS BREAK
FEBRUARY 17TH - STORY TIME SATURDAY, 10-12PM
FEBRUARY 19TH - AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENTS BEGIN
MARCH 15TH - NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
MARCH 21ST - PARENT OPEN HOUSE
MARCH 22ND - CAREER DAY
MARCH 29TH - APRIL 5TH - EASTER BREAK
APRIL 8TH - SUMMER REGISTRATION BEGINS
APIRL 18TH - PARENT OPEN HOUSE
APRIL 25TH - AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENTS END
APRIL 30TH-MAY 2ND - LEAP TESTING
APRIL 3RD - MOM AND ME TEA
MAY 8TH-9TH - LEAP TESTING
MAY 10TH - 5TH GRADE GRADUATION
MAY 16TH - SCIENCE FAIR
MAY 20TH - 1ST-5TH GRADE AWARDS CEREMONY
MAY 21ST - FIELD DAY
MAY 22ND - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL
MAY 23RD - LAST DAY FOR TEACHERS
GCCS Christmas Showcase
Our tree is trimmed and halls are decked. Please join us on our campus to celebrate the birth of our Savior and joy of the holiday season. Under the direction of GCCS Music Teacher, Mr. Stuart Coles, students will perform tradition Christmas hymns and carols. If you ever wondered what angels sound like when they sing, GCCS students will give you an idea!
Story Time Saturday
Story Time Saturday is happening today from 10-12PM at GCCS, 8538 GSRI Ave. This program encourages early literacy in elementary students by engaging them in reading activities outside of a normal school day. All are welcome to join in on the fun- Please sign up below to volunteer!
Volunteers Needed:
Registration and sign in of volunteers and children
Reading Partners
Drama Group or large-group storyteller
We ask each Reading Partner/Volunteer Groups to Please Bring:
Books you wish to read (include some of your favorites, you will be taking these back with you unless you want to donate them to the student or school)
A blanket/beach towel to sit on with your student reading partner (you will take this back with you)
Healthy snacks to share with students upon arrival and/or dismissal
Red Ribbon Week - Choose to be BRAVE
Red Ribbon Week @gardereschool - Choose To Be Brave!
October 25 - 29
Monday - Commit to a Bright Future - Wear Bright-colored Socks Day
Tuesday - Your Choices are the Key To Your Dreams - Wear Pajamas Day
Wednesday - Be Courageous and Say No - Wear a tie-dye shirt and uniform bottom
Thursday - Show Commitment To Red Ribbon Week - Wear something red
Friday - Showcase a Brave Storybook Character - Dress up like that storybook hero and Kickball with the Debuties!
Story Time Saturday
Story Time Saturday is happening today from 10-12PM at GCCS, 8538 GSRI Ave. This program encourages early literacy in elementary students by engaging them in reading activities outside of a normal school day. All are welcome to join in on the fun- Please sign up below to volunteer!
Volunteers Needed:
Registration and sign in of volunteers and children
Reading Partners
Drama Group or large-group storyteller
We ask each Reading Partner/Volunteer Groups to Please Bring:
Books you wish to read (include some of your favorites, you will be taking these back with you unless you want to donate them to the student or school)
A blanket/beach towel to sit on with your student reading partner (you will take this back with you)
Healthy snacks to share with students upon arrival and/or dismissal
Story Time Saturday
Story Time Saturday is happening today from 10-12PM at GCCS, 8538 GSRI Ave. This program encourages early literacy in elementary students by engaging them in reading activities outside of a normal school day. All are welcome to join in on the fun- Please sign up below to volunteer!
Volunteers Needed:
Registration and sign in of volunteers and children
Reading Partners
Drama Group or large-group storyteller
We ask each Reading Partner/Volunteer Groups to Please Bring:
Books you wish to read (include some of your favorites, you will be taking these back with you unless you want to donate them to the student or school)
A blanket/beach towel to sit on with your student reading partner (you will take this back with you)
Healthy snacks to share with students upon arrival and/or dismissal
Volunteer Expo
Volunteer Expo attendees will participate in an overview with expectations of programs, a tour, and volunteer registration for those ready to serve. Please complete the form below to let us that you will be attending.
Back-to-school Family Picnic and Meet the Teacher Night
GCCS is welcoming students and their parents to its campus to meet their teacher(s) for the 2021 - 2022 school year. We will review the Parent-Student Handbook and discuss classroom expectations.
Following classroom introductions, families will enjoy food, fun, and fellowship in our backyard. We are grateful for our generous sponsors: Living Hope Fellowship, TruBlue Water, and Mr. Gatti’s Pizza on Essen Lane, as well as members of GRIT Networking Group and New Life Church.
Camp OTX
GCCS students, 2nd through 5th grade, will be in the Texas Hill Country attending Camp OTX. Thanks to our partners at the Camp Ozark Foundation, GCCS students will be attending sleep away, Summer camp for the 7th year!
Summer School Registration-Registracion Para Escuela de Verano
Register Here - ¡Registrarse Aquí!
Camp Ozark, OTX Registration Night
Camp Ozark, OTX Registration Night
Parents of current 2nd through 5th grade students attending Camp Ozark OTX must be present tonight at GCCS to complete their registration. Childcare will be provided!
Learn more about Camp Ozark, OTX here!
