Make plans to attend GDA Joplin's first-ever Coffee, Cookies, and Connection on November 27th from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. We can’t wait to share exciting events coming up in the life of our Joplin Campus. We will meet in the small sanctuary on November 27th from 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm then enjoy some [...]

CIA [Christ Training In Action] Day will be November 29 for M/W campuses and November 30 for T/TH campuses. Students may pay to $1 to wear normal CIA Day attire (jeans or athletic pants with GDA Lions t-shirts or sweatshirts). There is no charge for wearing normal school uniform attire or for wearing GDA Lions [...]

Join us for the 2023 Gloria Deo Academy Christmas Store! The GDA Christmas Store will be open on December 4-7 from 8:45 am – 3 pm.   Ride the Polar Express to the Christmas Store The annual Gloria Deo Academy Christmas Store extravaganza will take place at the Golden Campus. River Stone students will ride the [...]

We invite you to join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus this Christmas at the Gloria Deo Academy Lower Grades Christmas Concert. December 4th– Golden M/W at The Springs Church (5500 S. Southwood Rd., Springfield, MO). The Pre-K-2nd grade program will start at 5:30 pm and the 3rd-6th grade program will start at 6:30 pm. [...]

We invite you to join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus this Christmas at the Gloria Deo Academy Lower Grades Christmas Concert. December 4th – River Stone M/W at River Stone Fellowship (2129 N Bristol Ln, Nixa, MO 65714). The Pre-K-2nd grade program will start at 5:30 pm and the 3rd-6th grade program will [...]

Let's celebrate the birth of Jesus! Join us for the Joplin Campus Christmas Program on December 4th from 6-7 pm at Calvary Baptist Joplin. 

We invite you to join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus this Christmas at the Gloria Deo Academy Lower Grades Christmas Concert. December 5th– Golden T/Th at The Springs Church (5500 S. Southwood Rd., Springfield, MO). The Pre-K-2nd grade program will start at 5:30 pm and the 3rd-6th grade program will start at 6:30 [...]

We invite you to join us in celebrating the birth of Jesus this Christmas at the Gloria Deo Academy Lower Grades Christmas Concert. December 5th – River Stone T/Th at River Stone Fellowship (2129 N Bristol Ln, Nixa, MO 65714). The Pre-K-2nd grade program will start at 5:30 pm and the 3rd-6th grade program will start [...]

Teacher Inservice is on December 8. No Friday Clubs for lower grade students. All grades school at home. 

Final Exams 9th-12th Grades is from December 11-15. Early dismissal following finals for 9-12 grade students.

We request the honor of your presence at the 2023 Gloria Deo Academy Band, Orchestra, and Choir Christmas Concert. The concert will feature GDA students performing a variety of music intended to inspire wonder and worship to our Creator. Join us December 12 at Schweitzer Church (2747 E Sunshine St, Springfield, MO 65804) from 7:00 [...]

Christmas Parties for PK-6th grade are on December 13 for M/W campuses and December 14 for T/TH campuses. CIA [Christ Training In Action] Day is December 13 for M/W campuses and December 14 for T/TH campuses. Students may pay to $1 to wear normal CIA Day attire (jeans or athletic pants with GDA Lions t-shirts [...]

End of 2nd Quarter -- December 15

Christmas Break begins on December 18 and ends on January 5. No school.

GDA kids learn through the proven classical approach to become strong thinkers who stand for truth. Christ-centered learning: Your children shouldn’t be treated as social experiments to test the latest fads in education. GDA uses the same time-tested approach that founded the most prestigious universities in our country. Custom-fit for your child: Sitting still, locked [...]

Martin Luther King Jr Day is January 15. No School 

GDA kids learn through the proven classical approach to become strong thinkers who stand for truth. Christ-centered learning: Your children shouldn’t be treated as social experiments to test the latest fads in education. GDA uses the same time-tested approach that founded the most prestigious universities in our country. Custom-fit for your child: Sitting still, locked [...]

Dear class of 2024, OTC is coming to us to present information about FAFSA and provide lab time to help families complete FAFSA. Wednesday, January 17th, 6 pm  Room 154, Golden Campus Please RSVP via email,  kclouse@gloriadeoacademy.org. Parents need to bring a laptop and last year's tax return. Parents and students need to visit studentaid.gov to create [...]

Join us for Gloria Deo Academy's 2nd Grade History Celebration. Students will present a speech based on a historical figure, recite memory work, and more. We hope you join us! Golden M/W 2nd Grade History Celebration – January 22,  5:30 p.m. @ Golden Campus Golden T/Th 2nd Grade History Celebration – January 23, 5:30 p.m. [...]

Come eat dinner at Chipotle Mexican Grill located at 631 S. Range Line on Monday, January 22 from 5- 9 pm. Invite your friends, family and neighbors. GDA Joplin receives 33% of the total for that night, IF you bring in the flyer or show it on your phone. Flyers will be sent home with [...]

6th Grade Shadow Day provides an opportunity for 6th grade parents and students to spend time with GDA 7th and 8th graders, and learn more about the upper grade opportunities at Gloria Deo Academy. January 24 for M/W campuses January 25 for T/Th campuses

The 2024 State of the School Address is scheduled for January 29th. We look forward to continued progress and many more milestones to celebrate in the coming year! We hope you can join us on Monday, January 29th, 6 pm, at the Golden Campus for the State of the School Address to celebrate all that God [...]

This Tuesday, January 30th, head over to Huey Magoos and chow down for a good cause! Our Lions are gearing up for a senior trip, and your dinner order will help them reach their fundraising goal! Stop by from 5-9 pm at Huey Magoos on E Sunshine.  3352 E Sunshine St, Springfield, MO 65804

Connect with other GDA moms & dads this CIA Day at GDA! Join us in the lunchroom at the River Stone Campus or the gymnasium at the Golden Campus at 8:40 am following Opening Ceremonies. No Coast Coffee, hot tea, and light refreshments will be served.

CIA [Christ Training In Action] Day is on January 31 for M/W campuses and February 1 for T/TH campuses. Students may pay to $1 to wear normal CIA Day attire (jeans or athletic pants with GDA Lions t-shirts or sweatshirts). There is no charge for wearing normal school uniform attire or for wearing GDA Lions [...]

Friday Clubs (Spring 2024) begin February 2. “I look forward to spending some time with your kids this spring! Clubs will be held on Fridays, February 2 – April 26, 8:30 AM-1:30 PM.” -Mrs. Douglas Please reach out to Sheila Douglas for more information: sdouglas@gloriadeoacademy.org.

We cherish the tradition of our Daddy-Daughter Tea, which hopes to deliver some surprises this year, including the possibility of dancing and a chocolate fountain. The cost per family is $20 and includes snacks, entertainment, and quality time with your beloved daughter. You're welcome to invite members of the community to join this special evening, [...]

School Spirit Week at Gloria Deo Academy is February 5-9. Monday/Tuesday "Duplicate Day" -- Dress like someone else, or lots of someones! 😉😉😉  (multiple people can dress the same) Wednesday/Thursday "U.S.A. Day" -- Wear red, white, and blue Friday "Movie Madness" -- Dress in theme or character from your favorite G- or PG-rated movie Upper [...]