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.

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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High School Electives 2026/2027

2026/2027 High School Electives

You will choose an elective for A day and for B day. Ranking them 1 (being the most wanted) and 2 (being your second choice). Classes have a limit, so make your choices swiftly.

Please note that some electives will require an application and/or an audition. You may select these; however, placement is not guaranteed.

High School Electives:
Elective Course descriptions can be found HERE.

Theater
Worship Arts *
Art
Choir
Adventure
Yearbook*

*This elective will require an application and/or an Audition.

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Athletics 2026/2027

GCA Athletics & Registration

Please review the sports offered below. If you are ready to register for a sport, you may do so using the provided link. If you would like more information or have questions, you can also do so at the link provided.

Sports offered for Middle & High School

More thorough information can be found here.

Fall
Flag Football (Boys only)
Volleyball (Girls only)

Winter
Basketball (Boys and Girls)

Spring
Track

Cheer will be both semesters. Students can choose cheer and still play a sport if they wish.

Sports Fees

$400 per sport, per student with a $1000 max per student.
ie, 3 sports at $400=$1200, but you would only pay $1000.

These fees can be paid with a one time payment or rolled into your monthly tuition withdrawal.

Practice Times

High School
School Days: 3:30-5:15 PM
Plus one extra practice (Wednesday or Friday TBD)

Middle School
School Days: 2:30-4:15 PM (includes last hour)
Plus one extra practice (Wednesday or Friday TBD)

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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.

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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.

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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!

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.

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

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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.

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Need help math? Come to Math Lab!

Wednesdays Math Lab

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 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!

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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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