Great Commission Schools

Great Commission Schools Great Commission Schools is a private Christian school, located in the center of Altoona, PA. We have a proud tradition of academic excellence.

Discipling Hearts • Equipping Minds
We seek to glorify God by sending graduates into the world, fully equipped as both scholars and servants to further the kingdom of God wherever they go.
Our students are tomorrow’s Christian leaders. With an emphasis on Christian character development and moral ethics, Great Commission School is known for its outstanding student body and skilled staff. We offer a stimulating learning environment to all students. We are a member of and pursuing accreditation with the Association of Christian Schools International. All of our classrooms are equipped with computers and safe software to ensure that our students are prepared for the future. Great Commission Schools is a member of the Allegheny Christian Athletic Association sporting several successful seasons of Girls and Boys Soccer, Girls and Boys Basketball and all school Track. The Great Commission Schools' staff believes that its primary purpose is to educate each student to the highest possible level of academic achievement by providing an appropriate Christian based curriculum in a safe, healthy environment. We are committed to helping students grow academically, spiritually, emotionally and socially. We believe in creating an environment that encourages learning and social growth through character building and high expectations.

⚽️ GCS Class of 2027 Soccer Senior Night ⚽️Join us tomorrow, Thursday September 24,at Penn State Altoona, as we celebra...
09/23/2026

⚽️ GCS Class of 2027 Soccer Senior Night ⚽️

Join us tomorrow, Thursday September 24,at Penn State Altoona, as we celebrate Senior Night!

•Girls' Varsity - 5:30 PM
•Boys' Varsity - 7:30 PM
•Senior recognition between the games

Come out and support our Bears as we celebrate our senior athletes and all they have given to Great Commission Schools soccer!

Let's go Bears! 🐻⚽️

Our senior had the opportunity to represent our school and spent a few days in Philadelphia learning about local governm...
09/15/2026

Our senior had the opportunity to represent our school and spent a few days in Philadelphia learning about local government operations and witnessing firsthand how legislation is passed, alongside PA State Representative Andrea Verobish.

Last Tuesday was a milestone day for Great Commission Schools as we ceremoniously broke ground on our new school campus ...
09/14/2026

Last Tuesday was a milestone day for Great Commission Schools as we ceremoniously broke ground on our new school campus in Hollidaysburg!

This moment represents so much more than the beginning of construction. It is a testament to God’s faithfulness and His provision for the future of Christian education in our community.

We are incredibly grateful to our mighty God, who has opened doors and placed an amazing donor in our path to help make this new campus a reality. We are humbled by their incredible generosity and grateful for the opportunity to build a school that will serve students and families for generations to come.

We can’t wait to watch God continue to work through this project and see all that He has in store for Great Commission Schools! 🙏

The future is bright. The foundation is strong. And God is just getting started.

We’re breaking ground on something much bigger than a building—we’re building on faith, investing in our community, and ...
09/04/2026

We’re breaking ground on something much bigger than a building—we’re building on faith, investing in our community, and preparing a foundation for generations to come. 🙏

Join Great Commission Schools as we celebrate this exciting milestone and officially break ground on our new campus! 🏗️

📅 September 8, 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 77 Bedford Street, Hollidaysburg, PA

This project would not be possible without our mighty God and the incredible support of those who believe in the importance of Christian education and its impact on future generations.

Come celebrate with us as we take this first step toward an exciting new chapter for GCS!

Building on Faith. Building for Generations. 🐻💙

Tonight’s Class of 2026 GCS graduation event at Grace Bible Church will also be livestreamed. 🎓 The ceremony begins at 6...
05/28/2026

Tonight’s Class of 2026 GCS graduation event at Grace Bible Church will also be livestreamed. 🎓

The ceremony begins at 6:00 p.m.

The link is below.
https://gbclive.org/watch/

Our 2025–2026 Athletic Awards Series concludes with Track & Field and our Athletes of the Year! 🏃🏅💙Congratulations to th...
05/27/2026

Our 2025–2026 Athletic Awards Series concludes with Track & Field and our Athletes of the Year! 🏃🏅💙

Congratulations to these student-athletes who were recognized during our recent annual Athletics Banquet for their hard work, dedication, perseverance, and excellence throughout the season.

*Track & Field Awards*
1st Place
Junior High Girls — Arianna Jolley
Junior High Boys — Joel Lohsl
High School Girls — Alexa Hall
High School Boys — Elijah Best

2nd Place
Junior High Girls — Sophia Hicks
Junior High Boys — Davis Schorner
High School Girls — Sophia Fleck
High School Boys — Davis Schorner

3rd Place
Junior High Girls — Phoebe DiBiase
Junior High Boys — Drew Mountain
High School Girls — Michelle McConnell
High School Boys — Daniel Kurty

Top Track and Field Scorers
Girls Top Scorer — Alexa Hall
Boys Top Scorer — Davis Schorner

*Athlete of the Year Awards*
Female Athlete of the Year — Alexa Hall
Male Athlete of the Year — Daniel Kurty

Congratulations to all of our athletes on an incredible year representing GCS Athletics!

🎭🏆 What a night for GCS Fine Arts at the 2026 Isaac Awards! Our students brought home an incredible SEVEN Isaac Awards a...
05/25/2026

🎭🏆 What a night for GCS Fine Arts at the 2026 Isaac Awards! Our students brought home an incredible SEVEN Isaac Awards and TWO Runner-Up honors for Singin’ in the Rain — including the night’s biggest award… Best Production!

2026 Isaac Award Winners
• Best Production – Singin’ in the Rain
• Best Actor in a Male Supporting Role – Danny Kurty
• Best Actor in a Female Supporting Role – Kayelynn Summers
• Best Musical Number – Singin’ in the Rain
• Best Dance/Dancer – Make ’Em Laugh
• Best Student Choreography – Danny Kurty & Grant Michael
• Best Student Stage Crew – Aaron Kurty, Alex Guise, Marco Palazzi, Cam Hileman, Peyton Hicks, Sophia Fleck, Donovan Bickings, Cohen Ferguson, Joel Lohsl, Krista Miller, & Wesley Hicks

Runner-Up Honors
• Grant Michael – Best Actor in a Male Leading Role
• Aly Miller – Best Student Design

This was truly a historic night for GCS Fine Arts, and we give God all the glory for the gifts and opportunities He has provided.

“For whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” — 1 Corinthians 10:31

🎭 Tonight’s the night! Best of luck to our incredible GCS Fine Arts Department as they head to the Isaac Awards at the M...
05/24/2026

🎭 Tonight’s the night! Best of luck to our incredible GCS Fine Arts Department as they head to the Isaac Awards at the Mishler Theatre!

We are so proud of our students, crew, and everyone involved in Singin’ in the Rain and the TEN Isaac Award nominations earned this season. No matter the outcome, you’ve already made the GCS community proud. 💙🐻

Best Actor in a Male Leading Role:
Grant Michael

Best Actor in a Female Leading Role:
Michaela Edson

Best Actor in a Male Supporting Role:
Danny Kurty

Best Actor in a Female Supporting Role:
Kayelynn Summers

Best Musical Number:
Singin' in the Rain

Best Dance/Dancer:
Make 'Em Laugh

Best Student Choreography:
• Danny Kurty
• Grant Michael

Best Student Design:
• Aly Miller

Best Student Stage Crew:
• Aaron Kurty - Stage Manager
• Alex Guise - Assistant Stage Manager
• Marco Palazzi - Prop Master
• Cam Hileman
• Peyton Hicks
• Sophia Fleck
• Donovan Bickings
• Cohen Fergusion
• Joel Lohsl
• Wesley Hicks
• Krista Miller

Best Production
Singin' In The Rain – Great Commission High School

The Preschoolers and Kindergarteners graduated yesterday! What a wonderful time it was — a special celebration recognizi...
05/22/2026

The Preschoolers and Kindergarteners graduated yesterday! What a wonderful time it was — a special celebration recognizing their growth, learning, and accomplishments throughout this year. 🎓

We are so proud of our youngest GCS Bears and all they’ve achieved academically, socially, and spiritually. We can’t wait to see all that God has in store for them as they continue their journey at GCS.

Many thanks to Mrs. Tiesenga, Mrs. Blockus, and Mrs. Miller for planning wonderful ceremonies for each class and for preparing these students so well for their next step in learning!

“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.” — Proverbs 22:6

Our 2025–2026 Athletic Awards Series continues with Boys Basketball! 🏀🐻Congratulations to these junior high and varsity ...
05/22/2026

Our 2025–2026 Athletic Awards Series continues with Boys Basketball! 🏀🐻

Congratulations to these junior high and varsity athletes who were recognized last week during our annual Athletics Banquet.

*Boys Varsity Basketball Awards*
Most Improved Player Award — Kavion Rodgers
Hustler Award — Joel Lohsl
Defensive Player of the Year Award — Elijah Best
Offensive Player of the Year Award — Alex Guise
MVP Award / 1,130 Career Points / School Record for 3-Point Shooting — Elijah Best
Christian Character Award — Marco Palazzi

*Junior High Boys Basketball Awards*
Sportsmanship Award — Isaiah Saldana
Most Assists Award — Gavin Miller
First Man Up Award — Joseph Mauk
Hustler Award — Luke Bordack
Sportsmanship Award — Jackson Saldana
Most Improved Award — Roran Schorner
Defensive Player of the Year Award — Davis Schorner
Offensive Player of the Year Award — Josiah Mauk
Christian Character Award — Isaiah Saldana

Address

1100 6th Avenue
Altoona, PA
16602

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8am - 3:30pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm

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+18149429710

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