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Tuesday, August 11th-

Upper School GCA EXPO: 12:30-1PM

Located at the Rail District: 9750 John W. Elliott Dr. Frisco, TX | 75033

We are thrilled to invite you to our GCA Expo! Explore various booths featuring opportunities to volunteer, a Tech Bar for tech assistance, student schedules, spirit wear sales, exciting information about upcoming events. This is a wonderful chance to connect with other families, support our school, and find everything you need for the upcoming school year. 

Upper School Mini Day*,  1PM-5PM:

Located at the Rail District: 9750 John W. Elliott Dr. Frisco, TX | 75033

Join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship at our Upper School Mini Day. This event is essential for all upper school students and their parents. Tutors and home day teachers are also encouraged to attend. Here’s what to expect:

  • Classroom Rotations: Experience a “first day” preview by rotating through all your classes with your classmates and parents.
  • Meet & Greet: Get to know your teachers and fellow students.
  • Syllabus & Supplies: Receive your syllabus, any last-minute school supplies, and important instructions from each teacher.

This is an invaluable opportunity to ease into the school year, get organized, and start forming connections with the school community. Don’t miss out on this fun and informative day.

*This is a mandatory event for all students 6-12th Graders and at least one parent. Students, please wear your uniforms.

Register for Mini Day Here

August 12th: First Home Day!

August 13th: First Day of In-School Classes! Welcome Back to School!
Drop off starts at 7:30am. Classes start at 7:45am.

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Upper School: Back to School Week

Tuesday, August 11th-

Upper School GCA EXPO: 12:30-1PM

Located at the Rail District: 9750 John W. Elliott Dr. Frisco, TX | 75033

We are thrilled to invite you to our GCA Expo! Explore various booths featuring opportunities to volunteer, a Tech Bar for tech assistance, student schedules, spirit wear sales, exciting information about upcoming events. This is a wonderful chance to connect with other families, support our school, and find everything you need for the upcoming school year. 

Upper School Mini Day*,  1PM-5PM:

Located at the Rail District: 9750 John W. Elliott Dr. Frisco, TX | 75033

Join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship at our Upper School Mini Day. This event is essential for all upper school students and their parents. Tutors and home day teachers are also encouraged to attend. Here’s what to expect:

  • Classroom Rotations: Experience a “first day” preview by rotating through all your classes with your classmates and parents.
  • Meet & Greet: Get to know your teachers and fellow students.
  • Syllabus & Supplies: Receive your syllabus, any last-minute school supplies, and important instructions from each teacher.

This is an invaluable opportunity to ease into the school year, get organized, and start forming connections with the school community. Don’t miss out on this fun and informative day.

*This is a mandatory event for all students 6-12th Graders and at least one parent. Students, please wear your uniforms.

Register for Mini Day Here

August 12th: First Home Day!

August 13th: First Day of In-School Classes! Welcome Back to School!
Drop off starts at 7:30am. Classes start at 7:45am.

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Student Absence

Email attendance@gcafrisco.org for student absences & tardies by 8am.

Parents, we try to spread love not germs, please keep your student home if they are showing signs of illness.  Students need to be:
  • fever free for 24 hours before returning to school
  • on antibiotics for at least 24 hours before returning to school (dependent on illness).
  • no upset stomachs for at least 24 hours before returning to school
If you do keep your student home, please email attendance@gcafrisco.org to let us know and we will let their teacher know. 
 

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.  (Extenuating circumstances may allow for other arrangements to be made. Please contact individual teacher.) 

Planning an Absence?

If you know of an upcoming doctor appointment, vacation, college visit, etc. please fill out the Planned Absence form below. Our attendance team will make teachers aware of your student’s absence.

Fill Out Planned Absence Form Here
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Join your class GroupMe’s for 2026-27

GroupMe invites are now open for the 2026-27 school year!

Welcome to GCA GroupMes!
 The purpose of these groups are to encourage one another in the Lord, plan social gatherings and fellowship opportunities, offer support as needed, and help each other stay on track with home day homework.

Please introduce yourself and share something about your family or student!

Join the Kindergarten GroupMe HERE
Join the 1st Grade GroupMe HERE
Join the 2nd Grade GroupMe HERE
Join the 3rd Grade GroupMe HERE
Join the 4th Grade GroupMe HERE
Join the 5th Grade GroupMe HERE
Join the 6th Grade GroupMe HERE
Join the 7th Grade GroupMe HERE
Join the 8th Grade GroupMe HERE
Join the 9th Grade GroupMe HERE
Join the 10th Grade GroupMe HERE
Join the 11-12th Grade GroupMe HERE

These groups below are for GCA Middle School/High School Announcement Reminders! Always check The Nest for 1st hand information- and direct your questions to your class GroupMe peers or via email to the appropriate person.

Middle School Announcement GroupMe HERE
High School Announcement GroupMe HERE

Mom and Dads, get connected at GCA with the GroupMe’s below!

Join the Grace Moms GroupMe HERE
Join the Dads Connect GroupMe HERE
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Upper School Back to School Retreat

We are excited to kick off the new school year with our annual Upper School Back-to-School Retreat at Camp Copass in Denton, Texas!

This retreat is a wonderful opportunity for students to build relationships, strengthen our school community, and begin the year together through team-building activities, fellowship, and fun.

Retreat Schedule:

    • Seniors (12th Grade): Arrive on Wednesday, September 2, at 6:00 PM.
    • Grades 6–11: Arrive on Thursday, September 3, at 10:00 AM
    • Pickup for all students: Friday, September 4, at 10:00 AM.

Please note that this is a required event for all Upper School students, as it plays an important role in fostering friendships, building community, and setting a positive tone for the school year.

More information, including registration details, packing lists, FAQs, and required forms will be sent soon. Please watch for sign-ups in the coming weeks.

We look forward to a great start to the school year and an unforgettable retreat!

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Welcome to SCOIR

For all 9th-12th Students- more info at Advising & Icecream

Grace Covenant Academy is pleased to share that we’ve implemented a new College & Career Readiness platform called Scoir (pronounced “score”). This system will streamline the process of requesting, processing, sending, and tracking the electronic delivery of all application-related documents. More importantly, it’s a much more enjoyable way for students and parents to engage in the college search and selection process.

On Scoir, colleges come to life through pictures, videos, and links that highlight active student clubs and organizations. This better enables students to discover for and identify colleges and careers that are a good fit with their personal and academic interests, which increases college retention.

Scoir also provides parents and guardians with useful financial calculators so you can determine the likely cost of attendance at different colleges and consider affordability when deciding where to apply. These features, along with more convenient scheduling and communication tools for high school counselors, will help keep everyone informed and engaged throughout the college application process.

Scoir exists to help more students achieve more positive outcomes, and we’re excited that our students have access to this system and the college and career readiness opportunities it provides.

SCOIR Getting Started Guide
What is SCOIR- One Sheet
SCOIR Student Overview Video
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