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May 1st
Save the date! More details coming soon.
Cathy’s Critters Field Trip
April 25th, 10:30 a.m.
Cathy’s Critters, located at 7422 County Road 466 in Princeton, Texas, offers an engaging and educational field trip experience for students of all ages. This 18-acre working farm provides a variety of interactive activities designed to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of animals and farm life. Sign-up below!
10th Grade Field Trip- Holocaust Museum
April 24th
On Thursday, April 24, we will be going on a field trip to the Holocaust Museum in Dallas. This will be a required field trip for the whole class as it will be during school hours. We will leave the school at 9:45 that morning and return at about 2:15. So, you won’t have to worry about picking your child up at any different time than normal. The cost will be $8.00 per person and I have put in that I will have 2 other adults with me just in case anyone wants to come, otherwise, it’s not required for parents to attend. We will pay when we get there. Please make sure to send the money with your student. There is a small gift shop that has snacks if your student may want something on the way out. We will eat lunch while there. Please send your students regular lunch with them in their lunch bags.
When: Thursday, April 24, leaving at 9:45am returning around 2:15pm.
Where: Holocaust Museum, 300 N Houston St, Dallas, TX 75202
Cost: $8. Students can also bring money for gift shop.
Good Friday & Resurrection Day Weekend
April 18-21st
Good Friday and Easter weekend remind us of the incredible sacrifice and victory of Jesus—His death on the cross and resurrection from the grave. In observance of this sacred time, there will be no school on Friday and Monday as we pause to reflect and celebrate the hope we have in Christ.
LS IOWA/Cogat Testing
COGAT (2nd, 5th)- April 10th
IOWA (K-5th)- April 15-17th
IOWA & COGAT Standardized Testing (Lower School: K-5th)
Students in K-5th grade will be taking the IOWA Assessments, which measure progress in key academic areas such as reading, math, and language arts. Additionally, 2nd and 5th grade students will also take the COGAT (Cognitive Abilities Test), which assesses reasoning and problem-solving skills.
To help your child perform their best, please ensure they get plenty of rest, eat a nutritious breakfast, and come prepared with #2 pencils, a water bottle, and a positive attitude!
Thank you for your support in making testing a smooth and successful experience!
Dad’s Connect Hobbies and Skills
Here at GCA we’re all for fellowship among brothers. Let’s share our personal hobbies/skills/likes and see if we can link up outside of GCA!

Calling all dads, join the dads connect groupme to stay in the loop with all the dad events coming up!
LS Teacher Lounge Meetings
Join Us for our Monthly Teacher’s Lounge Meeting!
Looking for encouragement, support, and practical tools as you navigate the University Model School journey? Our Monthly Teacher’s Lounge Meeting is the perfect opportunity to connect with other UMS moms/dads and your school day classroom teachers in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
📍 Where: GCA and N25
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January– AT GCA– Drop Off and Head In
Jan. 21st, 8 a.m. Kinder-2nd
Jan. 28th, 8 a.m. 3rd-5th
February and March- Join us at N25
Feb. 27th, 1:45-2:45, K-5
March 27th, 1:45-2:45, K-5
April– AT GCA– Drop Off and Head In
April 8th, 8-8:45 a.m., Kinder-2nd
April 22nd, 8-8:45 a.m., 3rd-5th
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What to Expect:
Inspiring parenting and teaching techniques.
Meaningful fellowship with moms and teachers.
Open collaboration with like-minded parents on current issues and topics
Uplifting devotionals and shared encouragement.
Enjoy light refreshments, share ideas, and leave feeling equipped and energized for the month ahead!
Spring 2025 Hot Lunch INFO/Schedule
Hot Lunches every Thursday this Spring- Sign Ups CLOSED
GCA Semester 2 – Hot Lunches
This semester GCA is offering a rotation of 4 different Hot Lunches every Thursday. Starting on September 5th, the rotation of choices are: Chic-Fil-A, Pizza, Raising Canes and our newcomer to the hot lunch rotation is Whataburger. Families may choose to purchase 1, 2, 3 or 4 of the hot lunch meal plan.

First Thursday – Chick Fil A
(4 Hot Lunches- $36), January 9th, February 20th, March 27th, May 1st
Lunch includes:
- 8 nuggets OR a chicken sandwich.
- Lays Potato Chips
- Cookie (Oreo / Chocolate Chip – Not Chic Fil A Cookie)
- Carrots

Second Thursday – Pizza
(4 Hot Lunches- $28*) ~January 16th, February 27th, April 3rd, May 8th
Lunch includes:
- 2 slices of pizza
- Carrots
- Cookie (Oreo / Chocolate Chip)
*gluten free pizza is available for $76

Third Thursday – Raising Canes
(4 Hot Lunches- $40) January 23rd, March 6th, April 10th, May 15th
Lunch includes:
- 3 Cane’s chicken fingers
- Fries
- Bread
- Cane’s Sauce

Fourth Thursday – Whataburger
(3 Hot Lunches- $24) January 30th, March 13th, April 24th
Lunch includes:
- Cheeseburger (Plain – condiments provided)
- Lays Potato Chips
- Cookie (Oreo / Chocolate Chip)
- Carrots
Re-Enrollment is open for 2025-26
Re-enrollment is open!
Re-enrollment is officially open! Click HERE for tuition and fee deadline information.
We know that you have many choices when it comes to your child’s education, and we are truly honored that you’ve chosen to be part of our school family. With re-enrollment now open, we encourage you to secure your child’s spot as soon as possible!
GCA offers a quality educational experience::
Christian, not just in name, but part of the foundation of all that we do.
College worthy K-12 academic program that prepares students for the next level.
A growing fine arts and athletic program.
Purposeful and valued teacher / parent partnerships.
Intentional extra curricular opportunities for a healthy student experience.
All of the above is focused on our mission that “equips parents to disciple their children to know God and make him known through a distinctively Christian education”.
We believe that “there’s no place like Grace” and we invite you to continue the journey. As an existing family, your child’s spot will be held until February 1st. After this date, new families will have the opportunity to enroll in any grades that are open.
When to stay home due to illness? See our sick policy here
Email attendance@gcafrisco.org for sick absences
- fever free for 24 hours before returning to school
- on antibiotics for at least 24 hours before returning to school
- no upset stomachs for at least 24 hours before returning to school
Due Date for Work: Excused Absences Only
Students with excused absences of any length should turn in all work by the second class day back at school. Work that was due the first day that was missed is due immediately upon return to school. For example, if a student who attends class three days a week (M-T-Th) is absent Monday and returns to school Tuesday, the homework that was due on Monday is due the day they return: Tuesday. The homework due Tuesday is due Thursday.
In summary:
- The work that was due the day that was missed is due the student’s first day back to school.
- The work that was assigned while the student was absent (including in-class work) is due on the second day back, unless other arrangements are made with the teacher. Teachers may use their own discretion concerning make-up work due dates if there are special circumstances.