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GTACS NEWS
January 22, 2021
Football Finals

We had a great send off for our Gladiators this morning! At St. Francis, the high school marching band braved the cold to play the fight song as families gathered with signs and banners. Several police vehicles provided an escort for the team bus which made a pass by the Immaculate Conception playground full of excited young Gladiators.

Now, it's onward to Ford Field for championship game which begins at 10:00 am on Saturday. Here are some ways to enjoy tomorrow's game from wherever you are:
  • Local ABC affiliate 29&8 will be broadcasting the game FREE. Channel 8 on Charter?
  • WLJN Sports 89.9FM will be broadcasting the game on their station. 
  • Fox Sports will stream the event for those of you with access to that platform.
  • MHSAA.tv will carry the games (subscription-based).
Voting for the Detroit Lions High School Coach of the Year continues until 11:59 pm on Saturday. Fans can vote more than once. Coach Sellers can be found in the Division 7 category.
 
We anticipate the team will return to Traverse City at approximately 7:00 pm on Saturday evening. Check the GTACS Facebook page for updates.
March for Life

The in-person March for Life in Washington, DC, was cancelled due to the pandemic and unrest in the nation's capitol. St. Francis High School juniors will walk locally in support of life this year. The event will take place on January 29 beginning with Adoration/Benediction at St. Francis church, a pro-life talk by Wayne Mueller, a prayerful walk to Oakwood Cemetery, and a prayer led by Fr. Libby near the tomb of the unborn.
Condo, Anyone?

GTACS/Gladhander has available a Kissimmee, Florida condo. This two bedroom, two bathroom unit sleeps six comfortably (eight with small children) and boasts a pool, tennis courts, shuffle board, and children's playground. Choose a week (Saturday to Saturday) based on availability; spring break week is a possibility. No pets. Transportation not included. Refundable $100 security deposit required at check-in. Available for $1,500 or best offer; contact Kathy Britten to discuss rates and dates: 231 941-GLAD or kbritten@gtacs.org

Also available Branson Missouri Ozark Getaway - Grande Crowne Resort Condo - 7 nights/1 bedroom or shorter stay/2 bedroom; same contact info as above. $700 or best offer.
Spring Tennis

Registration is now open for girls spring tennis. Go to www.gtacstennis.org/registration to sign up or contact coach Dane at dfosgard@me.com with any questions.
People who work together will win, whether it be against complex football defenses, or the problems of modern society. Vince Lombardi

Calendar

Academic Year Calendar, updated 1/6/2021

1/31-2/6
Catholic Schools Week

2/8
No school for Preschool-12th (Professional Development Day)

2/8-2/10
Kairos retreat for seniors

2/11
Parents provide take-home transportation (TCAPS early dismissal)

2/15
Full day of school - parents provide drop-off and take-home transportation (TCAPS no school)

2/17
Ash Wednesday


2/19
Jean Day/Dress Down Day
Benefits High School Missions

3/9
Parents provide take-home transportation (TCAPS early dismissal)

3/12-14
High School Musical

3/19
Jean Day/Dress Down Day
Benefits the Armed Forces Retirement Home 

3/19-21
High School Musical

3/26-4/5
No school (spring break)

4/4
Easter


4/6
School resumes

4/16
Jean Day/Dress Down Day
Benefits Feeding America

Enrollment
Calendar

Preschool 
Returning families, February 1
Parish families, February 15
All families, March 1

Grades K-12 
Returning families, March 1
Parish families, March 15
All families, March 29

Grant Application Deadline
All families, April 15

Why do you love Catholic Schools? Please email stories that might be shared with others during Catholic Schools Week 2021.

Adorers Needed

Looking for individuals who wish to spend an hour in silent adoration at Immaculate Conception Elementary School St. Gabriel Chapel. Click here to sign up.

Snow Days

In the event school is cancelled in the morning due to winter weather, we will issue a Parent Alert. The notice will also be posted on our primary Facebook page and our website

Carline Catering

Enjoy a family-sized entrée prepared by our own school culinary team. Order by noon on Tuesday of the week in which your order will be picked up, or order in advance for the month. 

https://tinyurl.com/y9sddn2j

January 28
Herb Cream-Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast w/Orzo Pasta
Full $37 / Half $19

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