GPCS Homecoming 2011
GPCS held their 2011 Homecoming, October 1. The day began with the GPCS JV Soccer Team taking on Grace Christian School. The GPCS JV Team won! This was followed by the GPCS Varsity Girls playing Calvary Chapel. This was a close game and GCPS Varsity Girls took a loss. Then the GPCS Varsity Boys played Acadia Christian School. The boys took a big victory. Then it was time for the alumni game. I heard it was fun, muddy, wet, soggy, etc. The day ended with food. Many thanks to all the volunteers. Thank you to all the alumni who came even though the day was rainy and wet!
GPCS Mourns the Loss of a Great Neighbor
Thomas Bakker died in his home October 6, 2011. Many of you know that he and his family lived next door to the school. The Bakker's sent their children to GPCS for a time. When their children were not enrolled, they continued to support the school. Tom at times plowed in the winter, reported lights left on, etc. He was also entrusted with a key so that outside groups renting our building could get in. He was a great neighbor to GPCS and we will greatly miss him.
GPCS Chapel
Many of you remember Chapels at GPCS. This year, GPCS is beginning some new initiatives. GPCS hopes to have a whole school Chapel four times through out the school year. It is an opportunity for seniors to pray with kindergartners, juniors with third grade, etc. The other new idea with secondary Chapel, is each grade will do Chapel. In this first quarter at GPCS, the senior class will be presenting Chapel at the end of October. Pray for these initiatives as we hope to Glorify the Lord and have more students actively involved.
Alumni News
Amber Conant Pelletier (class of 2003)and her husband had their second child. Garrick James was born September 23.
Kristin Bickford Leahy (class of 2000) and her husband had their first child. Brynna Grace was born September 22. Mrs. Carol Bickford (GPCS Faculty) is a grandmother.
Andy Simpson (class of 2008) came and shared his mission trip to Haiti at Chapel. Joseph Tshamala (class of 2008) stopped by as well.
Jamie Childs Purinton (class of 2005) and her husband had their first child- Leah Renee.
Jennifer Lewis Alves (class of 2005) and her husband are expecting their first child.
Nick Walker (class of 2008) is engaged.
Emily Johnson Rodgers (class of 2006) was married October 8. She and her husband will be residing in Texas.
Crystal Johnson Buchmann (class of 2004) was married June 18. She and her husband live in Huntingdon, PA.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Monday, October 3, 2011
GPCS October 2011
Where do GPCS Students live?
GPCS students live in 29 surrounding towns! Below is the list from most to least.
South Portland
Scarborough
Windham
Westbrook
Portland
Saco
Buxton
Cape Elizabeth
Gorham
Biddeford
Old Orchard Beach
Standish
Freeport
Hollis
Gray
Lyman
Bar Mills
Pownal
N. Waterboro
Topsham
Yarmouth
Parsonsfield
Durham
E. Waterboro
Limerick
Kennebunk
W. Kennebunk
New Gloucester
Harrison
Where do GPCS families worship?
GPCS families attend about 42 different churches in the greater Portland area on Sundays. Below is a list of the churches with the most GPCS families attending.
Christchurch Evangelical with 7.
First Baptist Church of Portland with 7.
First Evangelical Free with 7.
Vineyard Church with 6.
Galilee Baptist Church with 5.
Eastpoint Church with 4.
First Baptist Church of South Portland with 4.
Second Parish with 4.
Bible Baptist Church with 3.
Christ the Redeemer with 3.
Grace Bible Church with 3.
Hollis Center Baptist Church with 3.
Southcoast Community with 3.
GPCS is bless to have 10 pastor’s families currently enrolled/involved at school!
GPCS Soccer Update
GPCS JV Soccer is beginning a busy week with 3 games. Currently JV is 4-1. The next home game for our JV team is Tuesday, October 11 at 4:00pm, GPCS vs Vineyard. Come and cheer on our future varsity players!
GPCS Varsity Girls Soccer Team is currently 0-8. The team is looking for their first win. There are lots of home games this month for the girls. Come and cheer.
GPCS Varsity Boys Team is currently 5-4 and ranked 7th in Class D West.
GPCS Homecoming 2011 was last Saturday. Despite the misty weather, we had 3 great soccer games! The JV and Varsity Boys took wins and the Varsity Girls lost by one goal. Thank you to all parents who helped with this whole day event.
How you can help GPCS.
There are many ways to help GPCS. All of us working together can help close the gap.
1.Clynk bags are located in the office. Recycle your cans and bottles and GPCS benefits.
2.Box Tops for Education.
3.Campbell’s Soup Labels
4.Capri Sun pouches.
5.Hannaford School Dollars– our store is the Hannaford at Millcreek. But, you can send in your school dollars to school and we will turn them in to Millcreek for you.
6.GPCS athletics are collecting Coke rewards– see Chris Spaulding.
GPCS Yearbook Committee
You can sign up for Yearbook on Picture Day, October 5. Yearbook is open to all students in grades 6-12.
The GPCS Yearbook Committee takes pictures, inventory pictures, does computer lay out of pages for yearbook, etc. For students in grades 9-12, participating in Yearbook helps you in your Fine Arts requirement. Mrs. Beth Turner and Mrs. Kimberly Mann will be overseeing the yearbook project again this year.
Yearbook hopes to have meetings during the school day or it may meet for an hour after school.
GPCS Magazine Drive
GPCS kicked off the annual Magazine Drive on Tuesday, September 27. The collection dates are:
1st– Monday, Oct. 3
2nd– Thursday, Oct. 6
Final– Thursday, Oct. 13.
Family and friends from away can order too. They can go online to www.qsp.com. The GPCS online QSP # is 1090345. Ordering online still profits GPCS.
The school goal is $7,000 in magazine sales. This mean all student need at least 4 sales. Join us in raising funds for the school!
Portland Press Herald Player of the Week
Adam Simpson, Greater Portland Christian:
Over the weekend, Simpson scored six goals and had five assists in wins over Highview Christian and Islesboro. Simpson had five goals and an assist against Islesboro, and a goal and four assists against Highview. "He's definitely our leader," said Coach Chris Spaulding.
Week of September 12
Secondary Chapel Speakers– October
-Andy Simpson– GPCS Alumnus Class of 2008– Mission Trip to Haiti
-Pastor Bo Landsperg of West Baldwin UMC
-Pastor Ari Kellar of Hollis Center Baptist Church
-GPCS Senior Class
Thank you for sharing God’s Word with our students!
GPCS students live in 29 surrounding towns! Below is the list from most to least.
South Portland
Scarborough
Windham
Westbrook
Portland
Saco
Buxton
Cape Elizabeth
Gorham
Biddeford
Old Orchard Beach
Standish
Freeport
Hollis
Gray
Lyman
Bar Mills
Pownal
N. Waterboro
Topsham
Yarmouth
Parsonsfield
Durham
E. Waterboro
Limerick
Kennebunk
W. Kennebunk
New Gloucester
Harrison
Where do GPCS families worship?
GPCS families attend about 42 different churches in the greater Portland area on Sundays. Below is a list of the churches with the most GPCS families attending.
Christchurch Evangelical with 7.
First Baptist Church of Portland with 7.
First Evangelical Free with 7.
Vineyard Church with 6.
Galilee Baptist Church with 5.
Eastpoint Church with 4.
First Baptist Church of South Portland with 4.
Second Parish with 4.
Bible Baptist Church with 3.
Christ the Redeemer with 3.
Grace Bible Church with 3.
Hollis Center Baptist Church with 3.
Southcoast Community with 3.
GPCS is bless to have 10 pastor’s families currently enrolled/involved at school!
GPCS Soccer Update
GPCS JV Soccer is beginning a busy week with 3 games. Currently JV is 4-1. The next home game for our JV team is Tuesday, October 11 at 4:00pm, GPCS vs Vineyard. Come and cheer on our future varsity players!
GPCS Varsity Girls Soccer Team is currently 0-8. The team is looking for their first win. There are lots of home games this month for the girls. Come and cheer.
GPCS Varsity Boys Team is currently 5-4 and ranked 7th in Class D West.
GPCS Homecoming 2011 was last Saturday. Despite the misty weather, we had 3 great soccer games! The JV and Varsity Boys took wins and the Varsity Girls lost by one goal. Thank you to all parents who helped with this whole day event.
How you can help GPCS.
There are many ways to help GPCS. All of us working together can help close the gap.
1.Clynk bags are located in the office. Recycle your cans and bottles and GPCS benefits.
2.Box Tops for Education.
3.Campbell’s Soup Labels
4.Capri Sun pouches.
5.Hannaford School Dollars– our store is the Hannaford at Millcreek. But, you can send in your school dollars to school and we will turn them in to Millcreek for you.
6.GPCS athletics are collecting Coke rewards– see Chris Spaulding.
GPCS Yearbook Committee
You can sign up for Yearbook on Picture Day, October 5. Yearbook is open to all students in grades 6-12.
The GPCS Yearbook Committee takes pictures, inventory pictures, does computer lay out of pages for yearbook, etc. For students in grades 9-12, participating in Yearbook helps you in your Fine Arts requirement. Mrs. Beth Turner and Mrs. Kimberly Mann will be overseeing the yearbook project again this year.
Yearbook hopes to have meetings during the school day or it may meet for an hour after school.
GPCS Magazine Drive
GPCS kicked off the annual Magazine Drive on Tuesday, September 27. The collection dates are:
1st– Monday, Oct. 3
2nd– Thursday, Oct. 6
Final– Thursday, Oct. 13.
Family and friends from away can order too. They can go online to www.qsp.com. The GPCS online QSP # is 1090345. Ordering online still profits GPCS.
The school goal is $7,000 in magazine sales. This mean all student need at least 4 sales. Join us in raising funds for the school!
Portland Press Herald Player of the Week
Adam Simpson, Greater Portland Christian:
Over the weekend, Simpson scored six goals and had five assists in wins over Highview Christian and Islesboro. Simpson had five goals and an assist against Islesboro, and a goal and four assists against Highview. "He's definitely our leader," said Coach Chris Spaulding.
Week of September 12
Secondary Chapel Speakers– October
-Andy Simpson– GPCS Alumnus Class of 2008– Mission Trip to Haiti
-Pastor Bo Landsperg of West Baldwin UMC
-Pastor Ari Kellar of Hollis Center Baptist Church
-GPCS Senior Class
Thank you for sharing God’s Word with our students!
Monday, September 12, 2011
New School Year Begins
Welcome to GPCS 2011-12
GPCS begins a new school year. Welcome to all our new families and to all our returning families! GPCS is blessed to announce that we have 127 students enrolled in grades K-12. We also have 11 students in our Pre K Program. The GPCS Family has 103 families as part of the school community this year. Beginning today are 26 new students representing 20 new families. We are so thankful to God for His Goodness to GPCS!
We also have new faculty beginning. Please welcome; Mr. Adam Howard– High School English, Miss Kate Donatelli– High School Math, Mrs. Joanna Martel– Middle School Science, Mrs. Angela Libby– Middle & Elementary Music & Mrs. Deb Bryant– Pre K Teachers Aide. New to the GPCS Soccer Program is Assistant Coach Jon Meek and Varsity Girls Head Coach Megan Waugh. First games for varsity soccer are this Friday.
Again, Welcome to GPCS!
Christian College Fair
GPCS will hold a Christian College Fair on Thursday, September 22 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet with representatives of Christian colleges from around the country and to learn what each can offer. Traditionally we have had over 20 colleges participate. The fair will be held at GPCS in our gym and is free. GPCS also offers guidelines in preparing for college on our web site at www.gpcs.net. Click on “downloads” in the left column. GPCS hopes this will help as you consider college options.
GPCS Homecoming 2011
GPCS Homecoming is Saturday, October 1st. Opening Festivities begin at 9:00am. The first game is GPCS JV vs Grace Christian School at 10:00am. This is followed by varsity games. The Varsity Girls vs Calvary Christian will begin at noon. The Varsity Boys vs Acadia Christian will begins at 2:00pm. All GPCS Alumni are invited to come and play in the Alumni Game beginning at 4:00pm. This was a lot of fun last year! The day will end with dinner at 5:30pm. Save the date and come and enjoy a day of soccer at GPCS!
GPCS Alumni kids attending school!
The following are alumni/former GPCS students who currently have enrolled their children at GPCS.
James & Christine Jones (class of 1990)
Tim & Kate Chick (class of 1988)
Jon & Angela Libby (class of 1985)
Steve & Bev Simpson (class of 1987)
Kimberly Simpson (class of 1988)
Kevin & Kimberly Verrier Mann (class of 1990)
Chris & Faye Wilson (class of 1991)
Phil & Tamra Longanecker (class of 1991)
Mark & Sara Ryder Labacz (class of 2000)
Joseph & Jessica DeRienzo (class of 2003)
Paul & Jennifer Keenan Harrell (class of 2001)
Mike & Alicia Willis
Nate & Betsy Fielding Daigle
Todd & Caryn Foss
A total of 18 students at GPCS!
Director of Development Position Open:
GPCS is seeking a Director of Development. This will be a full time, year round position. An application can be downloaded from the web site at www.gpcs.net. Click on “Downloads” in the left column. Application are accepted through September 30th. If you have any questions, please call the school at 207-767-5123.
GPCS Expresses Sorrow...
GPCS is sad to announce the passing of Mrs. Jan Pillsbury. She died Thursday, September 1, 2011. She and her family have been a part of GPCS for many years. GPCS was blessed to have had Jan serve on the school board.
GPCS Alumni News:
Amber Dinsmore (class of 2005) is engaged to be married.
Chris Mason (class of 2004) was married in January 2011.
Julia Hasbrouck (former student of 2007) is engaged to be married.
Victoria Woodward (class of 2007) is engaged to be married.
Laura Osgood Huddy (class of 2001) is expecting her second child.
Katie Osgood Catanese (class of 2004) is expecting her first child.
Jason Worthing (former student 2005) was married in August.
Shannon Carlson (class of 2005) was married in August.
Russ MacDougall (class of 2008 & Elisabeth Mason MacDougall (class of 2003) are expecting a child.
Andy Simpson (class of 2008) returned home from a mission trip to Haiti.
Jennifer Keenan Harrell (class of 2001) ran in this year’s Beach to Beacon Race.
Heidi Hilbelink Greenwood (class of 1996) and her husband had a baby girl in June.
Phillip Willink (class of 1986) and his wife had a baby boy.
Jamie Trudel (class of 2004) & his wife Kimberly Nevers Trudel (class of 2007) had a baby girl. Grandparents are Steve & Cynthia King Nevers (both class of 1984) happy grandparents.
All are welcome to share news with GPCS by emailing gpcs1973@yahoo.com.
GPCS begins a new school year. Welcome to all our new families and to all our returning families! GPCS is blessed to announce that we have 127 students enrolled in grades K-12. We also have 11 students in our Pre K Program. The GPCS Family has 103 families as part of the school community this year. Beginning today are 26 new students representing 20 new families. We are so thankful to God for His Goodness to GPCS!
We also have new faculty beginning. Please welcome; Mr. Adam Howard– High School English, Miss Kate Donatelli– High School Math, Mrs. Joanna Martel– Middle School Science, Mrs. Angela Libby– Middle & Elementary Music & Mrs. Deb Bryant– Pre K Teachers Aide. New to the GPCS Soccer Program is Assistant Coach Jon Meek and Varsity Girls Head Coach Megan Waugh. First games for varsity soccer are this Friday.
Again, Welcome to GPCS!
Christian College Fair
GPCS will hold a Christian College Fair on Thursday, September 22 from 6:30pm-8:30pm. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet with representatives of Christian colleges from around the country and to learn what each can offer. Traditionally we have had over 20 colleges participate. The fair will be held at GPCS in our gym and is free. GPCS also offers guidelines in preparing for college on our web site at www.gpcs.net. Click on “downloads” in the left column. GPCS hopes this will help as you consider college options.
GPCS Homecoming 2011
GPCS Homecoming is Saturday, October 1st. Opening Festivities begin at 9:00am. The first game is GPCS JV vs Grace Christian School at 10:00am. This is followed by varsity games. The Varsity Girls vs Calvary Christian will begin at noon. The Varsity Boys vs Acadia Christian will begins at 2:00pm. All GPCS Alumni are invited to come and play in the Alumni Game beginning at 4:00pm. This was a lot of fun last year! The day will end with dinner at 5:30pm. Save the date and come and enjoy a day of soccer at GPCS!
GPCS Alumni kids attending school!
The following are alumni/former GPCS students who currently have enrolled their children at GPCS.
James & Christine Jones (class of 1990)
Tim & Kate Chick (class of 1988)
Jon & Angela Libby (class of 1985)
Steve & Bev Simpson (class of 1987)
Kimberly Simpson (class of 1988)
Kevin & Kimberly Verrier Mann (class of 1990)
Chris & Faye Wilson (class of 1991)
Phil & Tamra Longanecker (class of 1991)
Mark & Sara Ryder Labacz (class of 2000)
Joseph & Jessica DeRienzo (class of 2003)
Paul & Jennifer Keenan Harrell (class of 2001)
Mike & Alicia Willis
Nate & Betsy Fielding Daigle
Todd & Caryn Foss
A total of 18 students at GPCS!
Director of Development Position Open:
GPCS is seeking a Director of Development. This will be a full time, year round position. An application can be downloaded from the web site at www.gpcs.net. Click on “Downloads” in the left column. Application are accepted through September 30th. If you have any questions, please call the school at 207-767-5123.
GPCS Expresses Sorrow...
GPCS is sad to announce the passing of Mrs. Jan Pillsbury. She died Thursday, September 1, 2011. She and her family have been a part of GPCS for many years. GPCS was blessed to have had Jan serve on the school board.
GPCS Alumni News:
Amber Dinsmore (class of 2005) is engaged to be married.
Chris Mason (class of 2004) was married in January 2011.
Julia Hasbrouck (former student of 2007) is engaged to be married.
Victoria Woodward (class of 2007) is engaged to be married.
Laura Osgood Huddy (class of 2001) is expecting her second child.
Katie Osgood Catanese (class of 2004) is expecting her first child.
Jason Worthing (former student 2005) was married in August.
Shannon Carlson (class of 2005) was married in August.
Russ MacDougall (class of 2008 & Elisabeth Mason MacDougall (class of 2003) are expecting a child.
Andy Simpson (class of 2008) returned home from a mission trip to Haiti.
Jennifer Keenan Harrell (class of 2001) ran in this year’s Beach to Beacon Race.
Heidi Hilbelink Greenwood (class of 1996) and her husband had a baby girl in June.
Phillip Willink (class of 1986) and his wife had a baby boy.
Jamie Trudel (class of 2004) & his wife Kimberly Nevers Trudel (class of 2007) had a baby girl. Grandparents are Steve & Cynthia King Nevers (both class of 1984) happy grandparents.
All are welcome to share news with GPCS by emailing gpcs1973@yahoo.com.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
June Update
GPCS Sports Night Honors Wayne Farrington
GPCS held the annual Sports Night on Tuesday, May 24 at First Baptist Church of South Portland. It is a night to recognize our student athletes in grades 6-12. Two new awards were unveiled that evening...
The Wayne Farrington Male Athlete of the Year Award is named in honor of former teacher, coach, Athletic Director and Principal Wayne Farrington. Mr. Farrington coached baseball, basketball and soccer at GPCS and led the 1988 soccer team to the Christian School Soccer League Championship.
Current GPCS Athletic Director Chris Spaulding said, “It is a privilege for
me to be able to honor Mr. Farrington and ensure his legacy lives on for future GPCS student athletes. This year’s recipient of the Wayne Farrington Male Athlete of the Year, is senior Ben Hammond.
The Jenn Will Female Athlete of the Year Award is named in honor of faculty member Jenn Will for her dedication to GPCS Athletics for more
than ten years. Miss Will began her association with GPCS as a student in the 1980’s before returning to teach in the 1990’s. Since that time Miss Will has coached multiple teams and served as the Athletic Director. This award ensures that Miss Will’s legacy will live on through GPCS students and alumni.
This year’s recipient of the Jenn Will Female Athlete of the Year Award is senior Liz Garland.
Congratulations!
GPCS Athletics to Begin Hall of Fame
The GPCS Athletic Hall of fame will induct its inaugural class at the 2012
Sports Night. The selection committee will announce the nomination
process in late fall 2011.
The election committee is made up of teachers, coaches, AD’s and
principals representing three decades of GPCS athletics.
Chris Spaulding(class of 1989): current AD and coach, alumnus and former player
Keith Dawson: current Principal, coach and teacher
Jenn Will: former student, coach and AD, current teacher
Glenn Strout: former coach, parent of alumni
Bill Bamford: Board President, parent of alumni
Len MacPhee: former coach
Wayne Farrington: former coach, AD, Principal, teacher, and parent of
alumni
Mrs. Fillmore Receives Scholarship
Mrs. Jeannie Fillmore was selected as one of the recipients of the April 15, 2011 Regional- Mini Scholarships awarded by Alpha Delta Kappa Foundation. She intends to use the scholarship for a fall conference in Chicago. Congratulations!
Music Teacher for Elementary & Middle School:
GPCS has an opening for a Music Teacher for our elementary and middle school students. This is a part time position. Applications can be downloaded from the web site at www.gpcs.net.
Alumni Update
*Scott Keenan (class of 2003), Andrew Marston (class of 2005) and Dillon Wilson completed biking the length of Japan in order to raise $10,000 for Samaritans Purse. This aid is to help with recovery of recent earthquakes and tsunami. The trio finished biking Japan in 43 DAYS! They also exceeded their goal for Samaritans Purse! Praise God!
* Megan Waugh (class of 2008) is named Head Soccer Coach for the GPCS Varsity Girls Team.
* Tyson Wigfall (class of 2005) is married.
* GPCS had a visit from Becky Flash's mom last month.
GPCS held the annual Sports Night on Tuesday, May 24 at First Baptist Church of South Portland. It is a night to recognize our student athletes in grades 6-12. Two new awards were unveiled that evening...
The Wayne Farrington Male Athlete of the Year Award is named in honor of former teacher, coach, Athletic Director and Principal Wayne Farrington. Mr. Farrington coached baseball, basketball and soccer at GPCS and led the 1988 soccer team to the Christian School Soccer League Championship.
Current GPCS Athletic Director Chris Spaulding said, “It is a privilege for
me to be able to honor Mr. Farrington and ensure his legacy lives on for future GPCS student athletes. This year’s recipient of the Wayne Farrington Male Athlete of the Year, is senior Ben Hammond.
The Jenn Will Female Athlete of the Year Award is named in honor of faculty member Jenn Will for her dedication to GPCS Athletics for more
than ten years. Miss Will began her association with GPCS as a student in the 1980’s before returning to teach in the 1990’s. Since that time Miss Will has coached multiple teams and served as the Athletic Director. This award ensures that Miss Will’s legacy will live on through GPCS students and alumni.
This year’s recipient of the Jenn Will Female Athlete of the Year Award is senior Liz Garland.
Congratulations!
GPCS Athletics to Begin Hall of Fame
The GPCS Athletic Hall of fame will induct its inaugural class at the 2012
Sports Night. The selection committee will announce the nomination
process in late fall 2011.
The election committee is made up of teachers, coaches, AD’s and
principals representing three decades of GPCS athletics.
Chris Spaulding(class of 1989): current AD and coach, alumnus and former player
Keith Dawson: current Principal, coach and teacher
Jenn Will: former student, coach and AD, current teacher
Glenn Strout: former coach, parent of alumni
Bill Bamford: Board President, parent of alumni
Len MacPhee: former coach
Wayne Farrington: former coach, AD, Principal, teacher, and parent of
alumni
Mrs. Fillmore Receives Scholarship
Mrs. Jeannie Fillmore was selected as one of the recipients of the April 15, 2011 Regional- Mini Scholarships awarded by Alpha Delta Kappa Foundation. She intends to use the scholarship for a fall conference in Chicago. Congratulations!
Music Teacher for Elementary & Middle School:
GPCS has an opening for a Music Teacher for our elementary and middle school students. This is a part time position. Applications can be downloaded from the web site at www.gpcs.net.
Alumni Update
*Scott Keenan (class of 2003), Andrew Marston (class of 2005) and Dillon Wilson completed biking the length of Japan in order to raise $10,000 for Samaritans Purse. This aid is to help with recovery of recent earthquakes and tsunami. The trio finished biking Japan in 43 DAYS! They also exceeded their goal for Samaritans Purse! Praise God!
* Megan Waugh (class of 2008) is named Head Soccer Coach for the GPCS Varsity Girls Team.
* Tyson Wigfall (class of 2005) is married.
* GPCS had a visit from Becky Flash's mom last month.
Monday, May 2, 2011
GPCS Alumni & Friends- May 2011
GPCS Open Teaching Positions
Greater Portland Christian School has two teaching positions open for the fall of 2011. We are looking for a High School Math Teacher and a High School English Teacher. Both position are full time. A teacher’s application can be downloaded from our web site at www.gpcs.net, click on “Downloads”. Applications are being accepted now.
Miss Bonnie Helms, our current high school English teacher, is retiring. Miss Cristy Hatch, our current high school math teacher, is getting married. Both of these teachers are a blessing to GPCS and will be greatly missed.
GPCS Summer Camp Opportunities
GPCS has a full summer camp schedule for your children to participate in. All camp registrations forms can be downloaded from the web site at www.gpcs.net, click on “downloads”. Please share camp info with friends and neighbors.
June 20-24:GPCS Summer Basketball Camp. Cost is $50/student. K-5th Grade from 8:30am-noon and 6th grade-12th grade 12:30pm-4:00pm. Coach Dawson is the Director.
June 27-July 1: GPCS Summer Soccer Camp. Cost is $50/student.. K-5th Grade from 8:30am-noon and 6th grade-12th grade 12:30pm-4:00pm. Coach Spaulding is the Director.
The month of July: GPCS Summer Camp. Cost is $90/student/week. Week 1 is July 5-8, On The Move! Week 2 is July 11-15, Lights, Camera, Action! Week 3 is July 18-22, Lego Mania! Week 4 is July 25-29, Sand, Sun, & Surf!
And new this year…
August 1-5 & August 8-12: GPCS Sports Camp. The cost is $90/student/week. Offered to students entering Kindergarten through 6th grade. Some of the sports the camp will offer is floor hockey, kickball, touch football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, capture the flag, etc.
See complete information on each camp on the web site under “downloads”.
Now is the time to register
Graduation 2011
GPCS will graduate 9 seniors next month. Graduation will be Friday, June 3 at 7:00pm. The ceremony will be at the South Portland Church of the Nazarene (note this change). All are welcome to attend and rejoice with us.
The following seniors are graduating:
Sam Carlson
Becca Gagnon
Liz Garland
Ben Hammond
Tess Konczal
Jacob Rudolph
Andrea Ruiz
Anthony Simpson
Emily Strout
Following the ceremony, a reception will follow.
First Annual Alumni Softball Game
GPCS is please to announce the first annual alumni co-ed softball game. We invite all alumni and former students to come together for a fun afternoon of competition and fellowship. Unlike other alumni games, this will not be a game between alumni and students. The two teams will be made up of former students, alumni, and their families. It is a chance for old friends to reunite and for new friendship to develop. Please RSVP to cspaulding@gpcsathletics.com and let us know if you and your family will be able to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
Alumni Update:
* Emily Johnson (class of 2006) is engaged to Ben Rodgers.
* Emily Johsnon (class of 2006) was recently crowned Miss Maine. She will not compete in the Miss USA Pagent as the dates conflict with Crystal Johnson (sister, class of 2004) wedding. Articles have been on local paper has well as several TV shows.
* Crystal Johnson (class of 2004) & Julia Hasbrouck (former student, class of 2007) will be traveling to Poland on a mission trip.
*Jeff Sparks (class of 2005) is married.
*Amelia Gagnon (class of 2008) is engaged to be married.
*Phil Jones (class of 2000) and his wife had baby #2.
*Rachel Friedlander (class of 2007) has a published article with "Jews for Jesus". Check out www.jewsforjesus.org. The article is Hide and Seek: The Story of a Holocaust Survivor.
*Amber Conant Pelletier (class of 2003) is expecting baby #2.
Greater Portland Christian School has two teaching positions open for the fall of 2011. We are looking for a High School Math Teacher and a High School English Teacher. Both position are full time. A teacher’s application can be downloaded from our web site at www.gpcs.net, click on “Downloads”. Applications are being accepted now.
Miss Bonnie Helms, our current high school English teacher, is retiring. Miss Cristy Hatch, our current high school math teacher, is getting married. Both of these teachers are a blessing to GPCS and will be greatly missed.
GPCS Summer Camp Opportunities
GPCS has a full summer camp schedule for your children to participate in. All camp registrations forms can be downloaded from the web site at www.gpcs.net, click on “downloads”. Please share camp info with friends and neighbors.
June 20-24:GPCS Summer Basketball Camp. Cost is $50/student. K-5th Grade from 8:30am-noon and 6th grade-12th grade 12:30pm-4:00pm. Coach Dawson is the Director.
June 27-July 1: GPCS Summer Soccer Camp. Cost is $50/student.. K-5th Grade from 8:30am-noon and 6th grade-12th grade 12:30pm-4:00pm. Coach Spaulding is the Director.
The month of July: GPCS Summer Camp. Cost is $90/student/week. Week 1 is July 5-8, On The Move! Week 2 is July 11-15, Lights, Camera, Action! Week 3 is July 18-22, Lego Mania! Week 4 is July 25-29, Sand, Sun, & Surf!
And new this year…
August 1-5 & August 8-12: GPCS Sports Camp. The cost is $90/student/week. Offered to students entering Kindergarten through 6th grade. Some of the sports the camp will offer is floor hockey, kickball, touch football, basketball, soccer, volleyball, capture the flag, etc.
See complete information on each camp on the web site under “downloads”.
Now is the time to register
Graduation 2011
GPCS will graduate 9 seniors next month. Graduation will be Friday, June 3 at 7:00pm. The ceremony will be at the South Portland Church of the Nazarene (note this change). All are welcome to attend and rejoice with us.
The following seniors are graduating:
Sam Carlson
Becca Gagnon
Liz Garland
Ben Hammond
Tess Konczal
Jacob Rudolph
Andrea Ruiz
Anthony Simpson
Emily Strout
Following the ceremony, a reception will follow.
First Annual Alumni Softball Game
GPCS is please to announce the first annual alumni co-ed softball game. We invite all alumni and former students to come together for a fun afternoon of competition and fellowship. Unlike other alumni games, this will not be a game between alumni and students. The two teams will be made up of former students, alumni, and their families. It is a chance for old friends to reunite and for new friendship to develop. Please RSVP to cspaulding@gpcsathletics.com and let us know if you and your family will be able to attend. We look forward to seeing you there!
Alumni Update:
* Emily Johnson (class of 2006) is engaged to Ben Rodgers.
* Emily Johsnon (class of 2006) was recently crowned Miss Maine. She will not compete in the Miss USA Pagent as the dates conflict with Crystal Johnson (sister, class of 2004) wedding. Articles have been on local paper has well as several TV shows.
* Crystal Johnson (class of 2004) & Julia Hasbrouck (former student, class of 2007) will be traveling to Poland on a mission trip.
*Jeff Sparks (class of 2005) is married.
*Amelia Gagnon (class of 2008) is engaged to be married.
*Phil Jones (class of 2000) and his wife had baby #2.
*Rachel Friedlander (class of 2007) has a published article with "Jews for Jesus". Check out www.jewsforjesus.org. The article is Hide and Seek: The Story of a Holocaust Survivor.
*Amber Conant Pelletier (class of 2003) is expecting baby #2.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
GPCS April Alumni Update
GPCS Mourns...
Mallory Allison Morse (GPCS Class of 2008)
Mallory Allison Morse (AKA Alice), 21, of Buxton, was called home to be with Jesus on Thursday, March 17, 2011. In the short time she was here she lived life to the fullest, unafraid to take risks and full of joy in her existence and her love for the Lord.
Mallory was born in Portland on Feb. 24, 1990. From a young age Mallory enjoyed playing the piano and singing. Music was a huge part of who she was. With an amazing ability to play anything by ear and a clear, sweet voice, she blessed anyone who had the opportunity to hear her. One of her favorite things was singing with her brother, Drew, while he accompanied her on his guitar.
Mallory's greatest love was serving Jesus. Her actions imitated Him as she ministered to all who knew her. She always had a smile and a kind word for everyone, and her love for Jesus shone in her eyes. Mallory grew up at Grace Baptist Church. She sang in the choir, and for 10 years volunteered at the homeless shelter. After graduating high school Mallory moved to Boston, where she became very involved in Life Church, ministering in the nursery, mentoring teens, and participating in music.
Mallory attended Greater Portland Christian School (from third grade until she graduated) and Boston Baptist College. She planned to attend Colorado Christian College this fall to complete her music degree. Mallory was in the Honor's Society and won the Master Teachers Scholarship Award from GPCS in 2008 (her essay is on the school web site www.gpcs.net, click on Student Testimonials).
Mallory loved to travel, and by age 21 she had traveled all over Europe and to New Zealand and Australia. She loved animals, particularly penguins and kiwi birds. She loved to run, to jump off bridges, to go to the movies, to play DDR, to spend time with friends. She loved life, and she lived every second with passion and excitement.
Mallory's immediate family includes her parents, Chad and Rebecca Cram and brother Drew; father Glenn Morse and brother and sister, Gavin and Morgan Morse. Her extended family includes grandparents, Joseph Yuhas, Leslie and Linda Morse, and Harvey and Sandy Swanson. Her grandmother Delpha Yuhas went home to be with the Lord in May, 2010. Mallory leaves behind more friends than it is possible to name.
A celebration of Mallory's life was held on Friday, March 25, at 6 p.m., at Grace Baptist Church. Those who attended were truly blessed with 3 songs sung and played by Mallory that had previously been recorded. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations may be made to the Grace Baptist Church Youth Fund.
Two Alumni to Bike Across Japan
On April 6, Scott Keenan (GPCS ‘03) leaves for Japan to join Andy Marston (GPCS ’05) and another friend, Dillon Wilson. These three young men will be cycling the 2,200 mile (3,500 km) length of Japan to raise money to help bring hope and relief to people suffering from the earthquake and tsunami. Scott, Andy, and Dillon are funding the cost of the bike ride completely on their own so that 100% of all donations go directly towards the relief efforts in Japan through Samaritan’s Purse – a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. The guys have a goal of raising $10,000. If God is leading you to help the people of Japan, then please consider contributing through the efforts of our GPCS alumni, Scott and Andy. Please visit the trip website for information http://www.unframedworld.com/2011/03/send-aid-to-japan-in-one-click-share-to-care/. Scott has a video displayed on that page. You can also visit that site to view their daily posts during the ride.
Thank you for your prayers for Scott, Andy, and Dillon over the next two months.
Upcming Events at GPCS
April 9: PraiseJam 2011 at Eastpoint Christian Church
April 23: GPCS to participate in South Portland's Earth Clean up from 8:30am-11:30am
April 26: GPCS Prayer Meeting 7:00pm
May 5 & 6: "Go, Go Jonah"
May 13, 14, 27, & 28: "Gondoliers" 7:30pm
June 3: Graduation 2011 at First Baptist Church of Portland 7:00pm
Mallory Allison Morse (GPCS Class of 2008)
Mallory Allison Morse (AKA Alice), 21, of Buxton, was called home to be with Jesus on Thursday, March 17, 2011. In the short time she was here she lived life to the fullest, unafraid to take risks and full of joy in her existence and her love for the Lord.
Mallory was born in Portland on Feb. 24, 1990. From a young age Mallory enjoyed playing the piano and singing. Music was a huge part of who she was. With an amazing ability to play anything by ear and a clear, sweet voice, she blessed anyone who had the opportunity to hear her. One of her favorite things was singing with her brother, Drew, while he accompanied her on his guitar.
Mallory's greatest love was serving Jesus. Her actions imitated Him as she ministered to all who knew her. She always had a smile and a kind word for everyone, and her love for Jesus shone in her eyes. Mallory grew up at Grace Baptist Church. She sang in the choir, and for 10 years volunteered at the homeless shelter. After graduating high school Mallory moved to Boston, where she became very involved in Life Church, ministering in the nursery, mentoring teens, and participating in music.
Mallory attended Greater Portland Christian School (from third grade until she graduated) and Boston Baptist College. She planned to attend Colorado Christian College this fall to complete her music degree. Mallory was in the Honor's Society and won the Master Teachers Scholarship Award from GPCS in 2008 (her essay is on the school web site www.gpcs.net, click on Student Testimonials).
Mallory loved to travel, and by age 21 she had traveled all over Europe and to New Zealand and Australia. She loved animals, particularly penguins and kiwi birds. She loved to run, to jump off bridges, to go to the movies, to play DDR, to spend time with friends. She loved life, and she lived every second with passion and excitement.
Mallory's immediate family includes her parents, Chad and Rebecca Cram and brother Drew; father Glenn Morse and brother and sister, Gavin and Morgan Morse. Her extended family includes grandparents, Joseph Yuhas, Leslie and Linda Morse, and Harvey and Sandy Swanson. Her grandmother Delpha Yuhas went home to be with the Lord in May, 2010. Mallory leaves behind more friends than it is possible to name.
A celebration of Mallory's life was held on Friday, March 25, at 6 p.m., at Grace Baptist Church. Those who attended were truly blessed with 3 songs sung and played by Mallory that had previously been recorded. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations may be made to the Grace Baptist Church Youth Fund.
Two Alumni to Bike Across Japan
On April 6, Scott Keenan (GPCS ‘03) leaves for Japan to join Andy Marston (GPCS ’05) and another friend, Dillon Wilson. These three young men will be cycling the 2,200 mile (3,500 km) length of Japan to raise money to help bring hope and relief to people suffering from the earthquake and tsunami. Scott, Andy, and Dillon are funding the cost of the bike ride completely on their own so that 100% of all donations go directly towards the relief efforts in Japan through Samaritan’s Purse – a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. The guys have a goal of raising $10,000. If God is leading you to help the people of Japan, then please consider contributing through the efforts of our GPCS alumni, Scott and Andy. Please visit the trip website for information http://www.unframedworld.com/2011/03/send-aid-to-japan-in-one-click-share-to-care/. Scott has a video displayed on that page. You can also visit that site to view their daily posts during the ride.
Thank you for your prayers for Scott, Andy, and Dillon over the next two months.
Upcming Events at GPCS
April 9: PraiseJam 2011 at Eastpoint Christian Church
April 23: GPCS to participate in South Portland's Earth Clean up from 8:30am-11:30am
April 26: GPCS Prayer Meeting 7:00pm
May 5 & 6: "Go, Go Jonah"
May 13, 14, 27, & 28: "Gondoliers" 7:30pm
June 3: Graduation 2011 at First Baptist Church of Portland 7:00pm
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
February 2011
GPCS Going to Augusta!
GPCS Varsity Girls Basketball Team is heading to Augusta! They are in the quarterfinals and will play Valley. The girls record is 13-4 and a ranking of 6th out of 15 teams in Western Class D. The MPA Basketball Tournament will begin next week. GPCS is playing on Monday, February 21 at 10:00am. This annual basketball tournament is held at the August Civic Center. Come and cheer! The Civic Center will charge admission.
The GPCS Varsity Boys Basketball Team finished their first year returning to Class D play. Their record was 4-14.
Alumni Spotted at Basketball Games...
One place where GPCS enjoys seeing alumni is at sporting events. Basketball season can bring out several of you checking out the team and cheering. These alumni were spotted this season. If you were missed, not my intention. Jared Bamford (class of 2006), Megan Waugh (class of 2008), Matthew Scribner (class of 2009), Nathan Strout (class of 2009), Alex Whalen (class of 2009) Bethany Green (class of 2009), Rebecca Vandette (class of 2010), Kendra Pearson (class of 2010), Mercedes Foss (class of 2010), Jacob Thibeault (class of 2008), Luke Theriault (class of 2009), Jennie Keenan (class of 2001), Alicia Ruiz (class of 2010)& David Hasbrouck (class of 2005).
Others spotted with past school ties are Mrs. Lois Willis, Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Goodall, & Mr. Howard Doucette.
How Many Students are Alumni Kids?
About 10% percent of students at GPCS are alumni kids! We love having children from our graduates here at GPCS! Alumni with kids enrolled are; Chris Wilson (class of 1991), Steve Simpson (class of 1987), Tim Chick (class of 1988), James Jones (class of 1990), Jon Libby (class of 1985), Sara Ryder Labacz (class of 2000), Joseph DeRienzo (class of 2003), Philip Longanecker (class of 1991) & Kimberly Verrier Mann (class of 1990).
Alumni News:
* Jud Blake (class of 2006) had another daughter - Jordyn in January.
* Jeff Sparks (class of 2005) is engaged.
* Ralphy Conant (class of 2001) is engaged.
* Herb Blake (class of 1983) had another grandchild.
* Jamie Childs Purinton (class of 2005) is expecting her first baby.
* Amanda Sarver (class of 2005) is relocating to Victoria, Canada.
* Kelsey Yarboroough Castro (class of 2006) had a baby girl- Evanna in January.
GPCS Varsity Girls Basketball Team is heading to Augusta! They are in the quarterfinals and will play Valley. The girls record is 13-4 and a ranking of 6th out of 15 teams in Western Class D. The MPA Basketball Tournament will begin next week. GPCS is playing on Monday, February 21 at 10:00am. This annual basketball tournament is held at the August Civic Center. Come and cheer! The Civic Center will charge admission.
The GPCS Varsity Boys Basketball Team finished their first year returning to Class D play. Their record was 4-14.
Alumni Spotted at Basketball Games...
One place where GPCS enjoys seeing alumni is at sporting events. Basketball season can bring out several of you checking out the team and cheering. These alumni were spotted this season. If you were missed, not my intention. Jared Bamford (class of 2006), Megan Waugh (class of 2008), Matthew Scribner (class of 2009), Nathan Strout (class of 2009), Alex Whalen (class of 2009) Bethany Green (class of 2009), Rebecca Vandette (class of 2010), Kendra Pearson (class of 2010), Mercedes Foss (class of 2010), Jacob Thibeault (class of 2008), Luke Theriault (class of 2009), Jennie Keenan (class of 2001), Alicia Ruiz (class of 2010)& David Hasbrouck (class of 2005).
Others spotted with past school ties are Mrs. Lois Willis, Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Goodall, & Mr. Howard Doucette.
How Many Students are Alumni Kids?
About 10% percent of students at GPCS are alumni kids! We love having children from our graduates here at GPCS! Alumni with kids enrolled are; Chris Wilson (class of 1991), Steve Simpson (class of 1987), Tim Chick (class of 1988), James Jones (class of 1990), Jon Libby (class of 1985), Sara Ryder Labacz (class of 2000), Joseph DeRienzo (class of 2003), Philip Longanecker (class of 1991) & Kimberly Verrier Mann (class of 1990).
Alumni News:
* Jud Blake (class of 2006) had another daughter - Jordyn in January.
* Jeff Sparks (class of 2005) is engaged.
* Ralphy Conant (class of 2001) is engaged.
* Herb Blake (class of 1983) had another grandchild.
* Jamie Childs Purinton (class of 2005) is expecting her first baby.
* Amanda Sarver (class of 2005) is relocating to Victoria, Canada.
* Kelsey Yarboroough Castro (class of 2006) had a baby girl- Evanna in January.
Monday, February 7, 2011
January Athletics- January Update 2011
Varsity Boys Basketball:
GPCS boys basketball team has faced major problems all
year. Yet they are doing their best to remain positive with a
very depleted squad. They played very well in attaining their
second win of the season against Pine Tree Academy. The
record at the end of January is 2-11.
Leading the Lions is senior Ben Hammond. He has scored an
average of 15.4 points per game while grabbing 14.4
rebounds per game. This month he has had amazing games
of 25 and 23 rebounds. Junior Ryan Murray has played his
heart out in each game. The recent return of junior Jordan
Peters (broken wrist) has given team a lift as they go into the
last two weeks of the season.
Varsity Girls Basketball
We had a very successful month. Our record for the month
was 8 wins and 2 losses.
Some of the highlights include two wins at North Haven, which
is the highlight of our season so far. We had a great trip and
enjoyed having the boys team there with us. In our game
against Seacoast, Suzanne Gonzalez had 20 points and 16
rebounds, which we won by 7 points, 43-36.
Our toughest test of the season came against Waynflete, a
Class C team. We were down by 1 point at halftime, and
ended up losing by 12, but it was our best played game of the
year. Against Calvary, Liz Garland had 28 points. In our last
game of the month, we traveled to Isleboro and were trailing
by 4 at half time. The team did not allow them to score in the
3rd quarter and we won by 15 points. We look forward to our
last 4 games and getting ready for play-offs!
Jr High Boys Basketball
The month of January for the Jr. High Boys was marked by
huge comebacks falling just short. The most memorable game
was against the South Portland Celtics. Trailing by fourteen
points with six minutes left in the game, the guys came
storming back and had a shot at the buzzer to win that
bounced off the rim.
Sam Gleysteen, David Frye and Joe Imler have all elevated
their level of play and have been great contributors to the
team. Finally, Ben Roach was awarded a Boys and Girls Club
Good Sportsmanship Award for his excellent attitude and play
all season long.
Jr High Girls Basketball:
We began our Jr. High Girls season in the Gorham Rec
league. There are three other teams in the league. We began
with two wins against Gorham and Windham. After a tough
loss to Windham, we bounced back with a win against
Gorham, finishing the month with a 3-1 record.
This years team members include: Abby Morabito, Ashley
Imler, Jessica Smith, Marissa Lane, Ashley Dawson, Paige
Bouchard, Clarissa Jones (child of James Jones), Bethany Ruiz, Alanna
Haslem, Kaileigh Marston, Erin Turner, Natalie Smith, Grace
MacDougall, Emily Ingraham.
K-1 Basketball:
Kindergarten and first grade boys and girls are playing in a
league with Holy Cross, St Brigid and Cathedral.
The six week league consists of a one hour session each week. The
session is divided into two halves; a skill practice and a game.
Team members include Emma and Hannah Rogers, Nathan
Hatch, Isaac Shaw, Caulin Patterson, Sonny Elder, Olivia Mann (child of Kimberly Verrier Mann)and Ronan Anderson.
Elementary boys and girls in grades 2 & 3 have had a great time this
year playing basketball in a league with Holy Cross, Cathedral and
St. Brigids. While few in numbers, they are mighty in determination.
The kids have practiced basic basketball skills under the leadership
of their volunteer coaches, Jonathan Libby, Skye & Danny Patterson
and Doug Elder. They are showing great sportsmanship and are
already talking about playing next year! Team members include:
Owen Sanborn, Ben Hatch, Christian Patterson, Emily Libby (child of Jon Libby), Olivia Elder, Owen Mann (child of Kimberly Verrier Mann).
GPCS boys basketball team has faced major problems all
year. Yet they are doing their best to remain positive with a
very depleted squad. They played very well in attaining their
second win of the season against Pine Tree Academy. The
record at the end of January is 2-11.
Leading the Lions is senior Ben Hammond. He has scored an
average of 15.4 points per game while grabbing 14.4
rebounds per game. This month he has had amazing games
of 25 and 23 rebounds. Junior Ryan Murray has played his
heart out in each game. The recent return of junior Jordan
Peters (broken wrist) has given team a lift as they go into the
last two weeks of the season.
Varsity Girls Basketball
We had a very successful month. Our record for the month
was 8 wins and 2 losses.
Some of the highlights include two wins at North Haven, which
is the highlight of our season so far. We had a great trip and
enjoyed having the boys team there with us. In our game
against Seacoast, Suzanne Gonzalez had 20 points and 16
rebounds, which we won by 7 points, 43-36.
Our toughest test of the season came against Waynflete, a
Class C team. We were down by 1 point at halftime, and
ended up losing by 12, but it was our best played game of the
year. Against Calvary, Liz Garland had 28 points. In our last
game of the month, we traveled to Isleboro and were trailing
by 4 at half time. The team did not allow them to score in the
3rd quarter and we won by 15 points. We look forward to our
last 4 games and getting ready for play-offs!
Jr High Boys Basketball
The month of January for the Jr. High Boys was marked by
huge comebacks falling just short. The most memorable game
was against the South Portland Celtics. Trailing by fourteen
points with six minutes left in the game, the guys came
storming back and had a shot at the buzzer to win that
bounced off the rim.
Sam Gleysteen, David Frye and Joe Imler have all elevated
their level of play and have been great contributors to the
team. Finally, Ben Roach was awarded a Boys and Girls Club
Good Sportsmanship Award for his excellent attitude and play
all season long.
Jr High Girls Basketball:
We began our Jr. High Girls season in the Gorham Rec
league. There are three other teams in the league. We began
with two wins against Gorham and Windham. After a tough
loss to Windham, we bounced back with a win against
Gorham, finishing the month with a 3-1 record.
This years team members include: Abby Morabito, Ashley
Imler, Jessica Smith, Marissa Lane, Ashley Dawson, Paige
Bouchard, Clarissa Jones (child of James Jones), Bethany Ruiz, Alanna
Haslem, Kaileigh Marston, Erin Turner, Natalie Smith, Grace
MacDougall, Emily Ingraham.
K-1 Basketball:
Kindergarten and first grade boys and girls are playing in a
league with Holy Cross, St Brigid and Cathedral.
The six week league consists of a one hour session each week. The
session is divided into two halves; a skill practice and a game.
Team members include Emma and Hannah Rogers, Nathan
Hatch, Isaac Shaw, Caulin Patterson, Sonny Elder, Olivia Mann (child of Kimberly Verrier Mann)and Ronan Anderson.
Elementary boys and girls in grades 2 & 3 have had a great time this
year playing basketball in a league with Holy Cross, Cathedral and
St. Brigids. While few in numbers, they are mighty in determination.
The kids have practiced basic basketball skills under the leadership
of their volunteer coaches, Jonathan Libby, Skye & Danny Patterson
and Doug Elder. They are showing great sportsmanship and are
already talking about playing next year! Team members include:
Owen Sanborn, Ben Hatch, Christian Patterson, Emily Libby (child of Jon Libby), Olivia Elder, Owen Mann (child of Kimberly Verrier Mann).
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
January
GPCS Alumni Basketball Event
The 2010 GPCS alumni basketball games were held at GPCS on Thursday December 30, 2010. The girls’ game got underway first. With only two alumni women in attendance (Bethany Green(class of 2009) & Danielle Woodward (former student class of 2010)) ; Girls Varsity Coach and Principal Keith Dawson joined the alumni team. Current GPCS varsity player Ashley Whalen and seventh grader Ashlee Dawson also joined the alumni team. The alumni team jumped out to an early lead before the varsity team got some momentum going and went on to a 43-38 victory.
The alumni men’s team had a much better turnout with nine players spanning the last decade of graduating classes (Chris Spaulding (class of 1989), Joel Bamford (class of 2000), Andrew Foster (former student class of 2000), Mike Jones (former student class of 2006) Dennis Cram (class of 2006), Jared Bamford (class of 2006), Geoff Taylor (class of 2006), Scott Keenan (class of 2003),Andy Marston (class of 2005)and Alex Whalen (class of 2009). The boys varsity team started with five players and no one on the bench until Assistant Coach Paul Harrell took the court to give the boys some rest. The alumni men controlled the game from start to finish, earning a 65-30 victory over a very tired varsity team.
GPCS Basketball Update
The GPCS Varsity Boys Basketball Team is currently 1-3 and ranked 11th in the MPA Western Class D. The team has 3 games this week.
The GPCS Varsity Girls Basketball Team is currently 1-2 and ranked 14th in the MPA Western Class D.
The next varsity home game is this Thursday. Our varsity team will be taking on Seacoast Christian School. Girls game begins at 5:30pm and the boys game begins at 7:00pm. Come and cheer on the teams! Concessions are available and proceeds go towards GPCS Athletic Programs.
The Jr High Boys Basketball Team have their first win! The team pulled out a victory over Holy Cross– Blue team. Currently the team is 1-4. Their next game is this Thursday at the Portland Boys & Girls club.
The Jr High Girls Basketball Team has begun their season. We have 13 girls playing this season! The girls team is participating in the Gorham Rec. League. Their first game will be Saturday, January 15. Stay tuned for details and a complete game schedule.
Complete game schedules for all teams are on the web at www.gpcs.net. Other athletic news can be found at www.gpcsathletics.com.
Alumni at GPCS
GPCS is always pleased to have alumni and former students return! We are thankful for Jared Bamford (class of 2006) volunteering as Assistant Coach for Jr High Boys Basketball this year. The Head Coach for Jr High Boys Basketball came to us by an alumnus too. Paul Harrell is the head coach and husband to Jennie Keenan Harrell (class of 2001). This month we have two Chapel speakers with GPCS ties. Mike Jones (former student with the class of 2006) came and shared his work with Jews for Jesus and some of his music too. Then the following week, Emily Johnson (class of 2006) came. She is currently serving as Miss Maine. She did Chapel for both elementary and secondary students. Andy Marston (class of 2005) is helping grade one with their Snuggly bear project.
Alumni Updates
*David DeRienzo (class of 2000) and his wife had their baby in December.
*Philip Jones (class of 2000) and his wife are expecting in April.
* Alexandra Fillmore (class of 2003) was named Employee of the Year for 2010 at her place of employment.
Upcoming Events:
Varsity Basketball Home Games are played at Governor Baxter School for the Deaf. Below are the dates of our home games. Come and cheer!
- January 6 with Seacoast, girls @ 5:30 & boys @ 7:00
- January 24 with Islesboro, girls @ 4:00 & boys @ 5:30
- January 25 with Pine Tree, girls @ 5:00 & boys @ 6:30
- January 29 with Calvary Christian, girls @ 1:00 & boys @ 2:30
- Febraury 11 with Acadia Christian, girls @ 4:00 & boys @ 5:30
Seniors will be honored at the January 25th game.
The 2010 GPCS alumni basketball games were held at GPCS on Thursday December 30, 2010. The girls’ game got underway first. With only two alumni women in attendance (Bethany Green(class of 2009) & Danielle Woodward (former student class of 2010)) ; Girls Varsity Coach and Principal Keith Dawson joined the alumni team. Current GPCS varsity player Ashley Whalen and seventh grader Ashlee Dawson also joined the alumni team. The alumni team jumped out to an early lead before the varsity team got some momentum going and went on to a 43-38 victory.
The alumni men’s team had a much better turnout with nine players spanning the last decade of graduating classes (Chris Spaulding (class of 1989), Joel Bamford (class of 2000), Andrew Foster (former student class of 2000), Mike Jones (former student class of 2006) Dennis Cram (class of 2006), Jared Bamford (class of 2006), Geoff Taylor (class of 2006), Scott Keenan (class of 2003),Andy Marston (class of 2005)and Alex Whalen (class of 2009). The boys varsity team started with five players and no one on the bench until Assistant Coach Paul Harrell took the court to give the boys some rest. The alumni men controlled the game from start to finish, earning a 65-30 victory over a very tired varsity team.
GPCS Basketball Update
The GPCS Varsity Boys Basketball Team is currently 1-3 and ranked 11th in the MPA Western Class D. The team has 3 games this week.
The GPCS Varsity Girls Basketball Team is currently 1-2 and ranked 14th in the MPA Western Class D.
The next varsity home game is this Thursday. Our varsity team will be taking on Seacoast Christian School. Girls game begins at 5:30pm and the boys game begins at 7:00pm. Come and cheer on the teams! Concessions are available and proceeds go towards GPCS Athletic Programs.
The Jr High Boys Basketball Team have their first win! The team pulled out a victory over Holy Cross– Blue team. Currently the team is 1-4. Their next game is this Thursday at the Portland Boys & Girls club.
The Jr High Girls Basketball Team has begun their season. We have 13 girls playing this season! The girls team is participating in the Gorham Rec. League. Their first game will be Saturday, January 15. Stay tuned for details and a complete game schedule.
Complete game schedules for all teams are on the web at www.gpcs.net. Other athletic news can be found at www.gpcsathletics.com.
Alumni at GPCS
GPCS is always pleased to have alumni and former students return! We are thankful for Jared Bamford (class of 2006) volunteering as Assistant Coach for Jr High Boys Basketball this year. The Head Coach for Jr High Boys Basketball came to us by an alumnus too. Paul Harrell is the head coach and husband to Jennie Keenan Harrell (class of 2001). This month we have two Chapel speakers with GPCS ties. Mike Jones (former student with the class of 2006) came and shared his work with Jews for Jesus and some of his music too. Then the following week, Emily Johnson (class of 2006) came. She is currently serving as Miss Maine. She did Chapel for both elementary and secondary students. Andy Marston (class of 2005) is helping grade one with their Snuggly bear project.
Alumni Updates
*David DeRienzo (class of 2000) and his wife had their baby in December.
*Philip Jones (class of 2000) and his wife are expecting in April.
* Alexandra Fillmore (class of 2003) was named Employee of the Year for 2010 at her place of employment.
Upcoming Events:
Varsity Basketball Home Games are played at Governor Baxter School for the Deaf. Below are the dates of our home games. Come and cheer!
- January 6 with Seacoast, girls @ 5:30 & boys @ 7:00
- January 24 with Islesboro, girls @ 4:00 & boys @ 5:30
- January 25 with Pine Tree, girls @ 5:00 & boys @ 6:30
- January 29 with Calvary Christian, girls @ 1:00 & boys @ 2:30
- Febraury 11 with Acadia Christian, girls @ 4:00 & boys @ 5:30
Seniors will be honored at the January 25th game.
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