Gloria Deo Academy Joplin

CIA Day ($1 jeans/athletic pants)/$1 slice Pizza Day is on April 26. 

GDA Joplin will host a Pizza Party Day on May 15, 2023.

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 [...]

Field Day/Last Day of School/Half Day on May 17, 2023.

𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 — 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 Searching for something different for your child's education, but the idea of homeschooling feels overwhelming? We've been there. Going alone is a recipe for juggling too much, falling behind, and giving up. At GDA, we believe that parents and the school should work together to provide the best [...]

Joplin New Family Orientation is on August 7 at 6 PM. (This event is for parents of new GDA families. No students please.)

Join us for the 2023 Back to School Picnic at the GDA Joplin Campus on Sunday, August 13 from 5 PM - 6 PM. GDA will provide drinks, plates, silverware, etc. Bring a dish to share. This event is on rain or shine. We hope to see you there! Connect with your GDA family, enjoy [...]

Open House will take place from 5 PM – 7 PM, with a time to meet the Calvary Baptist Joplin pastor at 4:30 PM. This is a come-and-go time when students and parents can come and meet their teacher, see their classroom(s), drop off school supplies, and pick up parent packets/syllabi. 4:30 PM: Meet Pastor [...]

7-9th Grade Retreat — August 26 from 9 am to 2 pm This retreat is a special time that students and teachers come together to get to know each other outside of the school setting and to strengthen relationships. It is a time to reflect and a time to celebrate the blessings that God has [...]

Grandparents, You play a significant, God-given role in the lives of your grandchildren Grandparents also play a significant role in nurturing their grandchildren’s spiritual lives. By studying God’s Word, praying for your grandchildren, and speaking often about the goodness of God, grandparents can disciple the next generation of Christian leaders who will impact the world for the [...]

See You at the Pole (Joplin Campus) See You at the Pole is this Wednesday, September 27th at 8:30 am.  Plan to meet in the grass on by the bell pole for a time of scripture and prayer!

The Pastor (and Church Staff) Appreciation Breakfast at the GDA Joplin Campus is on October 9th. Please help us by saying thank you to the pastor and staff of Calvary Baptist for all they do for our campus by helping us provide breakfast. Please sign up at the link provided with the item(s) you will be [...]

Christian. High quality. Affordable. You're looking for a place where all three are possible and wondering if it's a hopeless dream. A school that aligns and reinforces your family's Christian values but won't slack on the academic foundation. A school with experienced teachers and a track-record of success. Somewhere you'll be confident about your child's [...]

November 8th is Joplin's Picture Day. Forms will be sent home by the end of October.

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 [...]

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. 

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 [...]

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 [...]

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, [...]

Are you smarter than the average teenager? Come try your luck with our first-ever GDA Joplin Trivia Night. Rally your friends, family, or colleagues and form a team of no more than eight players at $10 per person. The event promises to be an entertaining evening filled with fun trivia questions, concessions, and a silent auction [...]

Join us for the 2nd/3rd grade History Celebration at GDA Joplin on February 26 at 6 pm. Students will recite memorized speeches from the perspective of a historical figure as well as poems and songs. We look forward to celebrating with you. February 26  2/3rd grade History Celebration- 6 pm 

For March, we are challenging your students to read as many books as they can! The reading challenge is open to all GDA Joplin K-9 students.  Your student should receive a Read-A-Log sent home from school soon. As they read books, we ask that you fill out the log and once it is full have [...]

No In-person Class, Friday, March 1st  All students will school at home due to Teacher In-Service, Friday, March 1st.  No Clubs that day as well.  

Set the date for our first-ever Spring Concert. Grades K-6 will perform together on Monday, March 11th at 6 pm in the small sanctuary. All are invited to celebrate this time with us.  

The end of the third quarter for the Joplin Campus is on Friday, March 15th.

Spring Break for Gloria Deo Academy Joplin is scheduled for March 18-22.

GDA Joplin parents are invited to attend a 6th-8th grade Speech and Debate Parent Meeting on Monday, March 25th 4 pm - 5 pm in the Summit Room.

Searching for something different for your child’s education, but the idea of homeschooling feels overwhelming? We’ve been there. Going alone is a recipe for juggling too much, falling behind, and giving up. At GDA, we believe that parents and the school should work together to provide the best education for your child. What you’re looking [...]

Can-struction for GDA Joplin is coming up on April 24th* during Opening Ceremonies. Can-struction is a wonderful GDA tradition that gives students a tangible way to serve our community by donating non-perishable food items. *Please note this date has changed from the original 2023-2024 school calendar.