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GCA ATHLETICS

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • Please be sure that you have your proper uniforms for games this week and arrive on time fully dressed and ready to go! Check GroupMe for day to day updates.
  • Game Day HS Volleyball Uniform: jersey, approved navy shorts, knee pads, volleyball shoes, hair up, no jewelry – wear your jersey to school with your school uniform skirt! 
  • Game Day Football Uniform: jersey, approved navy shorts, cleats, and mouth guard (if wanted – recommended) – wear your jersey to school with your school uniform pants!
  • We need sign ups for games, so make sure you fill up a spot for your athlete’s sport!
  • We would love to include your student in the Talon Times “Athlete of the Week” section! Please fill out this form to  give us some fun facts about your athlete: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-VrkciyfTZ26hTvw6Eh12VAhi33BjRbu-3rdaaXO1iYcBtg/viewform?usp=publish-editor
  • Below are also the updated sports schedules! We appreciate your grace as we are still figuring out some games with the league! These are subject to change, so please keep an eye on your GroupMe and Talon Times updates!

THIS WEEK'S GAMES

VOLLEYBALL VOLUNTEERS
FOOTBALL VOLUNTEERS

GAME SCHEDULE

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See Something, Say Something

Sandy Hook Promise: See something, Say something. Anonymous Reporting System.

Sandy Hook Promise Anonymous Reporting System (Say Something ARS) is an anonymous tip line that allows students and community members to report threats of violence, self-harm, bullying, or other concerns. Available 24/7 via app, website, or phone, trained crisis counselors review tips and coordinate with schools or law enforcement when needed. The system helps prevent tragedies by encouraging early reporting and intervention.

 

 

You can submit a tip online following the link below, download the app, or call 1-844-5-SayNow. 

SUBMIT A TIP/CONCERN HERE
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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.

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.

📍 Camp Copass
8200 E McKinney St
Denton, TX 76208

Retreat Schedule

  •  Seniors — Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 6 PM
    Seniors will arrive a day early for some special time together before the rest of the students join us.
  •  Grades 6–11 — Thursday, September 3, 2026, 10:00 AM
    All students in grades 6–11 will join us at Camp Copass beginning at 10:00 AM.
  • All Students Pick-Up — Friday, September 4, 2026, 10:00 AM

We’re looking forward to a retreat filled with fun, fellowship, worship, laughter, and plenty of time together. It’s a chance to reconnect after summer, welcome new classmates, strengthen friendships, and start the school year together in a meaningful way.

Get Ready for Camp!

Below you’ll find everything you need to prepare for the retreat:

Parents — Want to Volunteer?

We would love to have parent volunteers join us and help make the retreat a great experience for our students. At the bottom of the registration, please indicate if you’d like to volunteer.

A separate email will be sent soon with parent volunteer opportunities and additional details to those who want to Volunteer.

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Need help math? Come to Math Lab!

Wednesday’s Math Lab

Starting August 26

Any 6th-12th grade student is invited and strongly encouraged to attend Math Lab with Mrs. Slaughter! This is an opportunity to get support from a math teacher while working on your math homework. Free of charge. 

Times: 9-10 am or 10-11 am (depending on attendance, students may stay for both time slots.)

Dress Code: Students please come in spirit wear: jeans and a GCA Spirit Shirt. You may also wear your GCA Uniform.

Where: GCA Rail District Campus, 9750 John W. Elliott Dr. Frisco, 75033
*Please note, for August 26th, Math Lab will be held at the Eldorado Campus, 8000 Sanctuary Dr. Frisco 75033.

Park and come in through the front main entrance. Students please sign in and then you may go to the room marked “The Colony” for math lab. See you there!

Click Here To SignUp
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Axis Resources

Want to connect deeper with your pre-teen or teenager? GCA has subscribed to AXIS. Check out their FREE resources HERE and be on the lookout for a login to access MORE of their great materials, discussion guides for parents/ teens, etc. Axis is a Christian company whose mission statement is “connecting parents, teens and Jesus in a disconnected world.” 

 

One resource we can highly recommend is their free “culture translator” which sends you an email with info about the latest trends from a Christian perspective and things to be aware of as a parent.

 

This site has lots of great videos and resources. You can create a free account HERE, just click “login” and “create an account.”

 

It is important now more than ever to be engaged and a part of your pre-teen and teenager’s life and disciple them through the confusing culture and times we live in.

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