December 11, 2025

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Keep up-to-date with all things Grace Christian Academy with our biweekly Eagle Insider.

Each issue includes:

Ozzie’s In the Know (Reminders & Upcoming Dates)
Eagle’s Nest (Safety)
Chapel Updates
Eagle Announcements
PTC Update (Parent-Teacher Committee)
Eagle Athletics Information

UPCOMING DATES:

Dec. 11 Hot Cocoa & Cider Day
Dec. 15-19 Holiday Spirit Week (see themes below)
Dec. 15-19 Secondary Semester Exams
Dec. 18 & 19 Elementary Class Parties
Dec. 19 Early Release Day
Dec. 22-Jan. 5 Holiday Break
Jan. 5 No school for students--Staff Professional Development Day
Jan. 6 Students return

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Our GCA Schoolwide expectations are to
Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful in all things.

All visitors to campus must present an ID and sign in at the front office. All adults in the building should be wearing a staff ID or a visitor identification badge.

Health Screenings

Kinder, 1st, 3rd, 5th and 7th grade Vision and Hearing Screenings will be January.

Fifth and seventh will have the Scoliosis Screening and the Acanthosis Nigricans screening. The AN screening consists of checking the skin on the back of the neck for discoloration that can be a sign of high insulin levels.

If a child has had any of these screenings by the pediatrician this current year, and the parent does not want them screened again, provide the nurse with a copy of the test results before January 8th, and they will not be screened.

If there are any concerns on the first screening, the child will be retested a few weeks later. A referral to the parents to have their child seen by the doctor will be sent home if any concerns show up on the second screening.

It is that time of year! Virus' spread very easily. Please be mindful of others and follow the
Illness Policy
If the following exists, your child should stay home or if illness occurs at school, they will be sent home:

Temperature of 100.0 or above: May return when fever free for 24 hours without any fever reducing medications.
Vomiting within the last 24 hours: May return when vomiting has subsided without any anti-emetic medication for 24 hours and appetite has returned.
Diarrhea within the last 24 hours: May return when diarrhea free without any anti-diarrhea medication for 24 hours.
Any unexplained rashes or skin infections: May return to school with a note from a physician with medical clearance.
Live lice or nits: May return when the student has had treatment, and no active lice or nits are present.
Conjunctivitis (pink eye) or any discharge, red and itchy eyes. May return to school once on medicated eye drops for 24 hours or has a physician note stating when the student may return.
Flu: May return when fever free for 24 hours without medication and feeling well.
Strep throat: May return when fever free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication, has been on antibiotics for 24 hours and/or has a physician note clearing the student to return to school.
Suspected contagious diseases: May return when a physician has cleared the student to return.
Covid 19: May return to school after symptoms have improved and fever free for 24 hours without any fever reducing medications.

Chapel Times for the 2025-2026 School Year

Elementary (Pre-K 4–6th Grade) Thursday’s @ 9:15 am

Secondary (7th–12th Grade) Thursday’s @11:30 am

Update on Texas Education Freedom Accounts

The Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program that gives parents the freedom to choose the best path for their child’s future, begins the 2026–27 school year. Funds will be made available to children accepted into the program that can be used for private school tuition, educational expenses for homeschoolers, tutoring, career and technical education programs and more.

Applications for families will open on FEBRUARY 4th. GCA will continue to make you aware of updates. We are encouraging EVERY family to apply. You will need copies of your income and residency verification. We will be sharing more information as the date approaches.

Keep up-to-date and check out the FAQ's at https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/education/esa/

Thank you for all of your support during our Christmas Program and Silent Auction

Our students did such an amazing job. It was truly a beautiful night. Thank you to all who donated and bid on our silent auction items as well. We could not do the things we do here at GCA without all of your support.

If you would like to watch the recording of the Christmas Program, you can do so here: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/188iLn2KR6/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Our Gift to You! Free Access to RightNow Media

Our Parent Volunteers are truly amazing! We appreciate all of the volunteers who helped with the Red Ribbon Week, Scholastic Book Fair, Veterans Day, Grandparents Donut Event, Homecoming, and Hot Cocoa Day!

Our first meeting of the new year will be January 29th @ 4:00 pm in the GCA cafeteria. We hope you will join us.

Basketball, Golf, and Soccer
Our Eagles are hard at work. We look forward to cheering all three teams on in January when we return!

Join the Athletic Booster Club
Contact Coach Dowdy for more information, cdowdy@gcahtx.com

Ever thought of joining a sport? You never know...give it a try. There is still time to join. No experience necessary. Reach out to Coach Dowdy with any questions, cdowdy@gcahtx.com.

Instagram Page
If you are not already following our GCA Athletics Instagram, please do so; You will get updates, snips of our players in action and much more.
gcaathleticshtx

October 24, 2025

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Keep up-to-date with all things Grace Christian Academy with our biweekly Eagle Insider.

Each issue includes:

Ozzie’s In the Know (Reminders & Upcoming Dates)
Eagle’s Nest (Safety)
Chapel Updates
Eagle Announcements
PTC Update (Parent-Teacher Committee)
Eagle Athletics Information

UPCOMING DATES:

Oct. 26 Grace Church-Kids Ministry, Glow in the Dark Sunday
Oct. 29 Grade Church-Kids, Glow in the Dark After Party (Wednesday Night)
Oct. 27-31 Red Ribbon Week
Oct. 30 PTC Meeting, Book Study Part 2
Nov. 6 GCA Homecoming Ceremony
Nov. 7 HLSR-Agricultural Committee Presentation (PreK, Kinder, & 1st Graders)
Nov. 7 Homecoming Movie Night (Tickets Required)
Nov. 7-8 Family Christmas Photos (Sign-up)
Nov. 10-14 Book Fair Week
Nov. 11 Honoring our Veterans-Special All-School Chapel (RSVP)
Nov. 13 Bring your Grandparent to Breakfast & Bookfair
Nov. 18 Thanksgiving Feast (Tickets Required)

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Our GCA Schoolwide expectations are to
Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful in all things.

All visitors to campus must present an ID and sign in at the front office. All adults in the building should be wearing a staff ID or a visitor identification badge.

Please remind secondary students that ID's are a part of their dresscode. ID's should be worn around the neck and be visible.

Even Ozzie wears his ID!

It is that time of year! Virus' spread very easily. Please be mindful of others and follow the
Illness Policy
If the following exists, your child should stay home or if illness occurs at school, they will be sent home:

Temperature of 100.0 or above: May return when fever free for 24 hours without any fever reducing medications.
Vomiting within the last 24 hours: May return when vomiting has subsided without any anti-emetic medication for 24 hours and appetite has returned.
Diarrhea within the last 24 hours: May return when diarrhea free without any anti-diarrhea medication for 24 hours.
Any unexplained rashes or skin infections: May return to school with a note from a physician with medical clearance.
Live lice or nits: May return when the student has had treatment, and no active lice or nits are present.
Conjunctivitis (pink eye) or any discharge, red and itchy eyes. May return to school once on medicated eye drops for 24 hours or has a physician note stating when the student may return.
Flu: May return when fever free for 24 hours without medication and feeling well.
Strep throat: May return when fever free for 24 hours without fever reducing medication, has been on antibiotics for 24 hours and/or has a physician note clearing the student to return to school.
Suspected contagious diseases: May return when a physician has cleared the student to return.
Covid 19: May return to school after symptoms have improved and fever free for 24 hours without any fever reducing medications.

Chapel Times for the 2025-2026 School Year

Elementary (Pre-K 4–6th Grade) Thursday’s @ 9:15 am

Secondary (7th–12th Grade) Thursday’s @11:30 am

This edition Eagle Ticket Winners--Safe, Responsible, and Respectful Eagles!

Update on Texas Education Savings Accounts (ESA)-Now Texas Education Freedom Accounts

In 2025, the Legislature created an education savings account program, formally named the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program, to give parents the freedom to choose the best path for their child’s future. Beginning in the 2026–27 school year, funds will be made available to children accepted into the program that can be used for private school tuition, educational expenses for homeschoolers, tutoring, career and technical education programs and more. It’s an exciting new chapter for education in Texas — designed to put parents in the driver’s seat.

TEFA is administered through the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. Following a rigorous selection process, Odyssey was selected as the certified educational assistance organization that will assist the Comptroller’s office in administering the program.

Odyssey will manage an online parent portal to guide families through the application process, allow them to search for eligible schools and service providers, and access their account to pay for eligible education expenses. Applications are expected to open in early 2026.

A full timeline, including exact dates, along with preliminary guidance addressing many common questions, is expected to be made public in the coming weeks. We will continue to monitor in order to distribute that information to our families.

Currently, the application process for students to apply for TEFAs will be within the first quarter of 2026 (January through March). Odyssey has created the graphic below that explains how the TEFA lottery process will work.

Keep up-to-date and check out the FAQ's at https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/education/esa/

Red Ribbon Week
Red Ribbon Week is October 27-31st. Wear Red shirts (uniform bottoms).

Homecoming 2025

Purchase Movie Night Tickets here: https://www.gcahtx.com/eaglestore/ or send cash to the homeroom teacher or Mrs. Elsner for secondary.

Elementary families can choose to preorder pizza. Concession stands will be available, but pizza is pre-order only.

EVERYONE:

Elementary:

Secondary:

Family Christmas Photo Shoot Fundraiser for Student Council
Sign-up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EA8A72AA0FBC61-59589670-christmas

Honoring our Veterans

On Tuesday, November 11th, we will have a special all-school Chapel service dedicated to honoring our Veterans. If you have a family member that is a veteran and you would like their photo included in our video presentation, please email the following information to Ms. Felix at cfelix@gcahtx.com by November 5th.

Student Name and Grade
Veteran Name and Title
Branch
Any honors to include
Picture of Veteran

The all-School Chapel Service dedicated to Honoring our Veterans is at 9:30 am in the main sanctuary. All Veterans and family members are invited to attend. Please RSVP.

RSVP @ https://forms.gle/WyG5dT1JE498aB7F8

GCA Thanksgiving Feast
Make sure to order your tickets before November 2nd. Order here https://www.gcahtx.com/eaglestore/

Our next PTC meeting is October 30th @ 4:00 pm in the GCA cafeteria. We hope you will join us. We will be starting Part 2 of our Book Study.

It is not too late to join in!

Thanks Coach Dowdy for repping GCA at BOTS!

Great Job Lady Eagles
Our Lady Eagle Junior and Varsity volleyball Teams finished the Volleyball season this week. They worked hard and put in the effort. Great job representing GCA!

Basketball

The Boys' basketball season kicks off on Thursday (10/30) against Humble Christian at Home! (6:00pm)

We need two more players on the Jr. High Girls Basketball team! (6th-8th grade)

Unfortunately, no varsity girls team was able to be made this year...now building to support future girls basketball!

Youth Soccer Camp
Tuesday and Thursdays until end of November (grades 1st-8th)

Join the Athletic Booster Club
Next Athletic Booster Club meeting on Nov. 21st from 5:00-6:00pm.
Contact Coach Dowdy for more information, cdowdy@gcahtx.com

Ever thought of joining a sport? You never know...give it a try. There is still time to join. No experience necessary. Reach out to Coach Dowdy with any questions, cdowdy@gcahtx.com.

Instagram Page
If you are not already following our GCA Athletics Instagram, please do so; You will get updates, snips of our players in action and much more.
gcaathleticshtx

October 17, 2025

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Spirit Night at Chuck E. Cheese, This Thursday, October 23rd

Red Ribbon Week

Red Ribbon Week is October 27-31st

You are Invited!
Grace Church has three exciting opportunities coming your way. Elementary and youth don't want to miss it! These are big, fun, and exciting outreaches that students will love. For more information, visit https://mygrace.com/

Oct. 22 BOTS (Battle of the Schools) @ Grace Church-Youth @ 6:30 pm
Let's represent Grace Christian Academy well! Go Eagles!!!

Oct. 26 Grace Church-Kids Ministry, Glow in the Dark Sunday @ 9:00 and 11:00 am
Oct. 29 Grade Church-Kids, Glow in the Dark After Party (Wednesday Night) @ 7:00 pm

Homecoming 2025

Purchase Movie Night Tickets here: https://www.gcahtx.com/eaglestore/ or send cash to the homeroom teacher or Mrs. Elsner for secondary.

Elementary families can choose to preorder pizza. Concession stands will be available, but pizza is pre-order only.

Family Christmas Photo Shoot Fundraiser for Student Council

Sign-up Here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084EA8A72AA0FBC61-59589670-christmas

Honoring our Veterans

On Tuesday, November 11th, we will have a special all-school Chapel service dedicated to honoring our Veterans. If you have a family member that is a veteran and you would like their photo included in our video presentation, please email the following information to Ms. Felix at cfelix@gcahtx.com by November 5th.

Student Name and Grade
Veteran Name and Title
Branch
Any honors to include
Picture of Veteran

The all-School Chapel Service dedicated to Honoring our Veterans is at 9:30 am in the main sanctuary. All Veterans and family members are invited to attend. Please RSVP.

RSVP @ https://forms.gle/WyG5dT1JE498aB7F8

GCA Thanksgiving Feast
Make sure to order your tickets before November 2nd. Order here https://www.gcahtx.com/eaglestore/

October 9, 2025

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Keep up-to-date with all things Grace Christian Academy with our biweekly Eagle Insider.

Each issue includes:

Ozzie’s In the Know (Reminders & Upcoming Dates)
Eagle’s Nest (Safety)
Chapel Updates
Eagle Announcements
PTC Update (Parent-Teacher Committee)
Eagle Athletics Information

UPCOMING DATES:

Oct. 10 Staff Professional Development Day--No School for Students
Oct. 13 Columbus Day--No School
Oct. 17 HLSR-Agricultural Committee Presentation (2nd & 3rd Graders)
Oct. 21 Fall Pep Rally-Dig Pink
Oct. 22 BOTS (Battle of the Schools) @ Grace Church-Youth
Oct. 23 Dig Pink Volleyball Game
Oct. 23 Chuck E. Cheese Spirit Night
Oct. 23 Spelling Bee (1st-8th Grade)
Oct. 24 HLSR-Agricultural Committee Presentation (4th & 5th Graders)
Oct. 26 Grace Church-Kids Ministry, Glow in the Dark Sunday
Oct. 29 Grade Church-Kids, Glow in the Dark After Party (Wednesday Night)
Oct. 27-31 Red Ribbon Week
Oct. 30 PTC Meeting, Book Study Part 2
Nov. 6 GCA Homecoming Ceremony (More information coming soon)
Nov. 7 HLSR-Agricultural Committee Presentation (PreK, Kinder, & 1st Graders)
Nov. 7 Homecoming Movie Night
Nov. 10-14 Book Fair Week
Nov. 11 Honoring our Veterans-Special All-School Chapel
Nov. 18 Thanksgiving Feast

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Our GCA Schoolwide expectations are to
Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful in all things.

All visitors to campus must present an ID and sign in at the front office. All adults in the building should be wearing a staff ID or a visitor identification badge.

Please remind secondary students that ID's are a part of their dresscode. ID's should be worn around the neck and be visible.
If your student is sick or absent for a doctor appointment, please send excuse notes to Mrs. Wilson in the front office in person or via email, mwilson@gcahtx.com.

Chapel Times for the 2025-2026 School Year

Elementary (Pre-K 4–6th Grade) Thursday’s @ 9:15 am

Secondary (7th–12th Grade) Thursday’s @11:30 am

This edition Eagle Ticket Winners--Safe, Responsible, and Respectful Eagles!

Elementary Bible Club Change
The Elementary Bible Club is moving to Wednesdays after school, starting October 15th. Several students want to be able to join the soccer club, and we want students to be able to participate in both. The location will still be Room 212 from 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm.

GCA Thanksgiving Feast
Make sure to order your tickets before November 2nd. Order here https://www.gcahtx.com/eaglestore/

Red Ribbon Week

Red Ribbon Week is October 27-31st. Here is the Amazon Wish List for ideas for those who stated they would like to contribute towards the incentives/prizes/activities for our students. Volunteer sign-ups will be coming soon as well.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2XBQTMTPVS0ZW?ref_=wl_share

You are Invited!
Grace Church has three exciting opportunities coming your way. Elementary and youth don't want to miss it! These are big, fun, and exciting outreaches that students will love. For more information, visit https://mygrace.com/

Oct. 22 BOTS (Battle of the Schools) @ Grace Church-Youth @ 6:30 pm
Let's represent Grace Christian Academy well! Go Eagles!!!

Oct. 26 Grace Church-Kids Ministry, Glow in the Dark Sunday @ 9:00 and 11:00 am
Oct. 29 Grade Church-Kids, Glow in the Dark After Party (Wednesday Night)@ 7:00 pm

Homecoming 2025

Homecoming will be exciting this year with two Movie Night opportunities. More information coming soon!

Honoring our Veterans

On Tuesday, November 11th, we will have a special all-school Chapel service dedicated to honoring our Veterans. If you have a family member that is a veteran and you would like their photo included in our video presentation, please email the following information to Ms. Felix at cfelix@gcahtx.com

Student Name and Grade
Veteran Name and Title
Branch
Any honors to include
Picture of Veteran

November 11th will be a special All-School Chapel Service dedicated to Honoring our Veteranst at 9:30 am in the main sanctuary. All Veterans and family members are invited to attend.

RSVP @ https://forms.gle/WyG5dT1JE498aB7F8

Support GCA and Highlight your Student

ESA Updates

Our next PTC meeting is October 30th @ 4:00 pm in the GCA cafeteria. We hope you will join us. We will be starting Part 2 of our Book Study.

It is not too late to join in!

Basketball Tryouts
Girls: October 14th & Boys: October 15th

Jr. High Girls Team (6th-8th grade) 7:45-9:00am (10/14)
- Varsity Girls Team (9th-12th grade) 3:45-5:15pm (10/14)
Jr. High Boys Team (6th-8th grade) 7:45-9:00am (10/15)
- Varsity Boys (9th-12th grade) 3:45-5:15pm (10/15)

Registration for the GCA 1st-6th grade & Soccer Centro Camp is Now Open!

Youth Soccer Camp Registration: Cost is $175 for registration

Date(s): Tuesday & Thursday's (from Oct. 20th - Nov. 21st)
- May extend to Dec. 12th if enough athletes register
Time: 3:30-4:45pm
Location: Eagle Field (football/soccer field)

2-Step process:

Step 1) Register first on the Hometown Tickets app or Click Here (Titled "GCA Youth Soccer Program")
Step 2) Within 24-48 hours, you will receive an email from cdowdy@gcahtx.com prompting you to create an account with Soccer Centro, from there you will complete the registration process.

Pep Rally - Dig Pink - Senior Night

Pep Rally: October 21st, 2:00-3:30pm
Dig Pink/ Senior Night: October 23rd, Pink-Out Game vs Robert Beren

Join the Athletic Booster Club
Contact Coach Dowdy for more information, cdowdy@gcahtx.com

Ever thought of joining a sport? You never know...give it a try. There is still time to join. No experience necessary. Reach out to Coach Dowdy with any questions, cdowdy@gcahtx.com.

Instagram Page
If you are not already following our GCA Athletics Instagram, please do so; You will get updates, snips of our players in action and much more.
gcaathleticshtx

September 26, 2025

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Keep up-to-date with all things Grace Christian Academy with our biweekly Eagle Insider.

Each issue includes:

Ozzie’s In the Know (Reminders & Upcoming Dates)
Eagle’s Nest (Safety)
Chapel Updates
Eagle Announcements
PTC Update (Parent-Teacher Committee)
Eagle Athletics Information

UPCOMING DATES:

Oct. 3 School Picture Day
Oct. 3 Four Universities Visiting With Juniors/Seniors @ Lunch
Oct. 10 Staff Inservice Day--No School for Students
Oct. 13 Columbus Day--No School
Oct. 17 HLSR-Agricultural Committee Presentation (2nd & 3rd Graders)
Oct. 21 Fall Pep Rally, Dig Pink Volleyball Game
Oct. 22 BOTS (Battle of the Schools) @ Grace Church-Youth
Oct. 23 Chuck E. Cheese Spirit Night
Oct. 23 Spelling Bee (1st-8th Grade)
Oct. 24 HLSR-Agricultural Committee Presentation (4th & 5th Graders)
Oct. 26 Grace Church-Kids Ministry, Glow in the Dark Sunday
Oct. 29 Grade Church-Kids, Glow in the Dark After Party (Wednesday Night)
Oct. 27-31 Red Ribbon Week
Oct. 30 PTC Meeting, Book Study Part 2
Nov. 6 GCA Homecoming (More information coming soon)
Nov. 7 HLSR-Agricultural Committee Presentation (PreK, Kinder, & 1st Graders)

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Our GCA Schoolwide expectations are to
Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful in all things.

All visitors to campus must present an ID and sign in at the front office. All adults in the building should be wearing a staff ID or a visitor identification badge.

Please remind secondary students that ID's are a part of their dresscode. ID's should be worn around the neck and be visible.
If your student is sick or absent for a doctor appointment, please send excuse notes to Mrs. Wilson in the front office in person or via email, mwilson@gcahtx.com.

Chapel Times for the 2025-2026 School Year

Elementary (Pre-K 4–6th Grade) Thursday’s @ 9:15 am

Secondary (7th–12th Grade) Thursday’s @11:30 am

Thanks for joining us for See You at the Pole Day! Our Student Council did a fantastic job of leading us through prayer.

More Eagle Ticket Winners---they are all doing an amazing job at earning those Eagle Tickets for being Safe, Responsible, and Respectful!

Dual Credit Information Night

Red Ribbon Week

Red Ribbon Week is October 27-31st. Here is the Amazon Wish List for ideas for those who stated they would like to contribute towards the incentives/prizes/activities for our students. Volunteer sign-ups will be coming soon as well.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2XBQTMTPVS0ZW?ref_=wl_share

Support GCA and Highlight your Student

ESA Updates

Our next PTC meeting is October 30th @ 4:00 pm in the GCA cafeteria. We hope you will join us. We will be starting Part 2 of our Book Study.

It is not too late to join in!

Join the Athletic Booster Club
Contact Coach Dowdy for more information, cdowdy@gcahtx.com

Ever thought of joining a sport? You never know...give it a try. There is still time to join. No experience necessary. Reach out to Coach Dowdy with any questions, cdowdy@gcahtx.com.

Instagram Page
If you are not already following our GCA Athletics Instagram, please do so; You will get updates, snips of our players in action and much more.
gcaathleticshtx

September 12, 2025

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Keep up-to-date with all things Grace Christian Academy with our biweekly Eagle Insider.

Each issue includes:
Ozzie’s In the Know (Reminders & Upcoming Dates)
Eagle’s Nest (Safety)
Chapel Updates
Eagle Announcements
PTC Update (Parent-Teacher Committee)
Eagle Athletics Information

UPCOMING DATES:

Sept. 16 Raising Cane's Spirit Night
Sept. 18 PTC Meeting (Book Study Part 1)
Sept. 19 Senior Sunrise
Sept. 24 See You at the Pole Day
Sept. 26 Athletic Booster Club Meeting
Oct. 3 School Picture Day
Oct. 10 Staff Inservice Day--No School for Students
Oct. 13 Columbus Day--No School

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Our GCA Schoolwide expectations are to Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful in all things.

If your student is sick or absent for a doctor appointment, please send excuse notes to Mrs. Wilson in the front office in person or via email, mwilson@gcahtx.com.

Chapel Times for the 2025-2026 School Year

Elementary (Pre-K 4–6th Grade) Thursday’s @ 9:15 am

Secondary (7th–12th Grade) Thursday’s @11:30 am

Parents and family members are welcome and encouraged to attend chapel. Please check-in the front office for your visitor badge and join us in the sanctuary.

More Eagle Ticket Winners---they are all doing an amazing job at earning those Eagle Tickets for being Safe, Responsible, and Respectful!

Senior Sunrise
Seniors will be gathering for a breakfast and devotion time on Friday, September 19th at 7:00 am. See Senior Rep, Natalie Lopez for more information.

Join us September 16th @ Raising Cane's

ESA Updates

Our next PTC meeting is September 18th (date changed) @ 4:00 pm in the GCA cafeteria. We hope you will join us. We will be starting Part 1 of a Book Study.

Want ideas of how to show appreciation to GCA Teachers and Staff?
See their favorites here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Bgm4kQH7BjPYLDwwmDjq74TWfPIt2f0wNPzMrvBGg1c/edit?usp=sharing

Lady Eagles Volleyball is in full swing. Congratulations to both the JV and Varsity teams for their wins this week! Please come out and support our Lady Eagles at their next home game. Go Eagles!!!

Join the Athletic Booster Club

Date: 09/26/2025
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Location: Theatre Room (behind GCA gymnasium)

Purpose: There are 3 main areas to discuss
1) Athletic Budget: Fundraisers, donations, sponsorships and endorsements; Finding initiatives to move forward with & donors interested in assisting with updating either uniforms, or equipment for the gym & field.
2) Volunteers: We need to create a list of dedicated volunteers to assist with ensuring all games run & operate smoothly from start to finish. Those specific positions & roles will be discussed during the meeting.
3) Youth Sports Programs: Getting these kids active & engaged from that K-5th level is crucial for the success of our Jr. High program (in turn Jr. High is crucial for the success of High School program), and so hosting youth sports camps, & potentially creating youth sports teams is the goal.

Contact Coach Dowdy for more information, cdowdy@gcahtx.com

Ever thought of joining a sport? You never know...give it a try. There is still time to join. No experience necessary. Reach out to Coach Dowdy with any questions, cdowdy@gcahtx.com.

Instagram Page
If you are not already following our GCA Athletics Instagram, please do so; You will get updates, snips of our players in action and much more.
gcaathleticshtx

August 29, 2025

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Keep up-to-date with all things Grace Christian Academy with our biweekly Eagle Insider.

Each issue includes:
Ozzie’s In the Know (Reminders & Upcoming Dates)
Eagle’s Nest (Safety)
Chapel Updates
Eagle Announcements
PTC Update (Parent-Teacher Committee)
Eagle Athletics Information

UPCOMING DATES:

Sept. 1    No School-Labor Day Holiday
Sept. 12 Eagle Insider
Sept. 18    PTC Meeting (Book Study Part 1)
Sept. 24 See You at the Pole Day
Oct. 3    School Picture Day
Oct. 10 Staff Inservice Day--No School for Students
Oct. 13 Columbus Day--No School

Join our Social Media and Share
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Our GCA Schoolwide expectations are to Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful in all things.

If your student is sick or absent for a doctor appointment, please send excuse notes to Mrs. Wilson in the front office in person or via email, mwilson@gcahtx.com.

Chapel Times for the 2025-2026 School Year

Elementary (Pre-K 4–6th Grade) Thursday’s @ 9:15 am

Secondary (7th–12th Grade) Thursday’s @11:30 am

Parents and family members are welcome and encouraged to attend chapel. Please check-in the front office for your visitor badge and join us in the sanctuary.

Congratulations to our first set of elementary Eagle Ticket Winners!

Last Call for Spirit Shirt Orders

Orders close on September 1st and will then e shipped to GCA.

Clubs are Starting!

K-6 Bible Club!
Starting September 4th, 3:30-4:15 pm. Bible Club will focus on sharing the gospel and nurturing spiritual growth through engaging lessons all rooted in Scripture and centered on Christ. Students will enjoy captivating stories and creative activities that bring the Bible to life for young hearts.
Sign-up here: https://forms.gle/KeRqz62oyBb9ws8YA

International Club
Join us Fridays, during high school lunch, in Ms. Rahbe's room (205) for International Club. International Club is a time where we grow in our understanding of the cultures represented at Grace Christian Academy, learn about American culture, practice our English, learn about God's Word, play fun games, and enjoy friendship and fellowship. We will also be taking monthly trips to local international restaurants. All international students (and non-international students) are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, see Ms. Rahbe or Mr. Wynveen.

History Club
All GCA High School students are welcome to join a fun club in which we will explore the past (No, it is not a class). Tuesday, September 2, 2025 during High School lunch int the Big Room next to the administrative offices. Why? History is fun! (Future Activities will include: Guest Speakers, Historical Films, History Trivia, Competitions with Prizes, and History Club Honor Cords when you Graduate, and More)

Chess Club with the Knight School starts September 8th. Reach out to Lisa McMahan for more information, Lisa@theknightschool.com

Student Council is starting up next week. High School students will be running and voting for officer positions and class representatives. See Mrs. Elsner for more information.

September Lunches
Don't forget to order your school lunches. The month of September is live and open for orders. Orders must be placed the Friday before to following week for cafeteria lunches.
Lunch information

Hands-On Learning

We love seeing our Eagles as work and having fun! From learning about mummies in Egypt to STEM inventions, our Eagles are hard at work!

Our next PTC meeting is September 18th (date changed) @ 4:00 pm in the GCA cafeteria. We hope you will join us. We will be starting Part 1 of a Book Study.

Want ideas of how to show appreciation to GCA Teachers and Staff?
See their favorites here: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Bgm4kQH7BjPYLDwwmDjq74TWfPIt2f0wNPzMrvBGg1c/edit?usp=sharing

Congratulations to those students who have made the GCA Golf Teams. Practice starts next week. Keep an eye our for emails from Coach Dowdy!

Lady Eagles Volleyball plays St. Francis on September 5th.

Ever thought of joining a sport? You never know...give it a try. There is still time to join. No experience necessary. Reach out to Coach Dowdy with any questions, cdowdy@gcahtx.com.

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August 22, 2025

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August 28 PTC (Parent-Teacher Committee) Meeting
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Sept. 12 Eagle Insider
Sept. 24 See You at the Pole Day

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Our GCA Schoolwide expectations are to Be Safe, Be Responsible, and Be Respectful in all things.

If your student is sick or absent for a doctor appointment, please send excuse notes to Mrs. Wilson in the front office in person or via email, mwilson@gcahtx.com.
Our secondary students are doing a good job of following the new Cell Phone rules. It is awesome to see students spending more time communicating with each other face-to-face.
Words Hurt! Parents, we need your help. The start of a new school year always includes new teachers, new structures and new students. Not everyone is accustomed to the expectations of how we treat each other at GCA. Several students have been using some mean words, name calling, and body shaming. Please review the impact that words have on others and review our expectations. As Christians, we are to love and not harm. Thank you for working with us to support a positive environment for everyone here at GCA.
The start of the school year can also heighten some mental health issues as well. Adjusting to new courses, work loads, and schedules can be very stressful. Please let us know if your student is struggling and reach out to teachers for any feedback or suggestions to assist your student manage these new challenges.

Chapel Times for the 2025-2026 School Year

Elementary (Pre-K 4–6th Grade) Thursday’s @ 9:15 am

Secondary (7th–12th Grade) Thursday’s @11:30 am

Parents and family members are welcome and encouraged to attend chapel. Please check-in the front office for your visitor badge and join us in the sanctuary.

Clubs are Coming!

K-6 Bible Club!
Starting September 4th, 3:30-4:15 pm. Our Bible Club will focus on sharing the gospel and nurturing spiritual growth with our kids at GCA. There will be engaging, Bible based lessons taught with visuals including pictures and drawings and videos, all rooted in Scripture and centered on Christ. The children will enjoy captivating stories and participate in creative activities that bring the Bible to life for young hearts.

International Club
Join us Fridays, during high school lunch, in Ms. Rahbe's room (205) for International Club. International Club is a time where we grow in our understanding of the cultures represented at Grace Christian Academy, learn about American culture, practice our English, learn about God's Word, play fun games, and enjoy friendship and fellowship. We will also be taking monthly trips to local international restaurants. All international students (and non-international students) are welcome to attend. If you have any questions, see Ms. Rahbe or Mr. Wynveen.

Chess Club with the Knight School starts September 8th.

More club info coming soon!

Lunches
Don't forget to order your school lunches.
Lunch information

Student Needs
If your student has an IEP, BIP, 504 plan or any accommodations from therapists/doctors, please share that information with Ms. Felix at cfelix@gcahtx.com. You are also asked to share information on this form: https://forms.gle/HYJU9qRwmXmKzSYk7

Please feel free to reach out to your student's teacher with any other needs they should be aware of. We all want to work together for the success of each GCA Eagle!

Schedule Changes
Secondary students are still have a few schedule changes to make sure they are taking the right courses as well as elective choices. Some elementary classes are adjusting as well to accommodate student needs, class sizes, etc. Thanks for being flexible and patient as we work out beginning of the year needs.

Our first PTC meeting is August 28th @ 4:00 pm in the GCA cafeteria. We hope you will join us. A Zoom link will be emailed out earlier that day for those who can't join in person.

This Saturday, August 23rd, our Jr. High Lady Eagles Volleyball team will be competing in the Banff School tournament in Northwest Houston.

Tryouts for the Jr. High and Varsity Golf teams are Monday and Tuesday (Jr. high is 6th-8th, Varsity is 9th-12th)

Thursday, August 28th is the Home Opener for our Lady Eagles Volleyball. Both the Jr. High and Varsity squads will be facing off against Christian Home School Athletics at 4:00 & 5:00pm. Hope to see you all there!

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August 29, 2025

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August 22, 2025

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