Union Grove Christian School

We loved meeting so many of our new UG families at our Ice Cream Social! 🍦💙❤️

It was a wonderful evening of fellowship, sweet treats, and new friendships as we welcomed students and parents to the UG family. We are excited for an incredible school year ahead and can’t wait to see what God has in store!

📚✏️ Last Call! School Supply Packs Are Now Available! ✏️📚

Take one thing off your back-to-school to-do list! Our 2026–2027 school supply packs are now available to order online.

✅ Supplies are teacher-approved and will be delivered directly to Union Grove Christian School for your student to pick up at Orientation Night.

🗓️ Order Deadline: July 12

To order, visit: http://www.educationalproducts.com/shoppacks
Enter our School Code: UGC000

Don’t miss the deadline to have your child’s supplies ready and waiting for the first day of school! 🍎📓

📚✏️ School Supply Packs Are Now Available! ✏️📚

Take one thing off your back-to-school to-do list! Our 2026–2027 school supply packs are now available to order online.

✅ Supplies are teacher-approved and will be delivered directly to Union Grove Christian School for your student to pick up at Orientation Night.

🗓️ Order Deadline: July 12

To order, visit: http://www.educationalproducts.com/shoppacks
Enter our School Code: UGC000

Don’t miss the deadline to have your child’s supplies ready and waiting for the first day of school! 🍎📓

This week, Mrs. Cromer and Mrs. Ivarson had the privilege of attending a Biblical Worldview Conference at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library in California.

Throughout the week, they heard from outstanding speakers who challenged and encouraged them in the vital work of Christian education. They are excited to share what they’ve learned with our faculty and begin implementing these valuable insights throughout the upcoming school year.

As we prepare for another year at Union Grove Christian School, we are grateful for opportunities like this that strengthen our mission of equipping students with a solid biblical foundation for life. We can’t wait to see how God will use these principles to impact our classrooms and our school community in the year ahead! ❤️💙

Our preschool teachers spent the weekend in Wilmington attending the Freedom to Learn Early Childhood Conference! 🌟

We are grateful for their dedication to professional growth and their commitment to providing the very best learning experiences for our Little Patriots.

We appreciate each of these ladies and their passion for helping children learn and grow! ❤️💙

Please join us in praying for our friends at Gospel Light Christian School as they grieve the loss of Miss Richards. She was a precious, godly lady and a dear friend of the Union Grove family.

Pray that the Lord would bring comfort, peace, and strength to her family and to the faculty, staff, students, and school community during this difficult time.

“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18

May God surround them with His grace and hope in the days ahead. ❤️

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Miss Rebecca Richards on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. She faithfully served at Gospel Light Baptist Church and Gospel Light Christian School. Miss Richards taught elementary school for 12 years, served as principal for 15 years, and served as Enrichment Center Director for one year. She also served as the pianist for Bro. Frank’s Sunday school class and for Gospel Light Spanish Church. When we reflect on her ministry, we think of many things: servant to God, servant to others, prayer warrior, wise and kind. She always referred to the students at GLCS as, “my kids”. Her favorite time of the school year was in March because that was our dedicated missions month. She was always so excited to plan fundraisers for mission projects and missionaries.

Please be in prayer for her family, church, and school.

Please read the following dedication from the 2012 GLCS Ariel.
In the world, there are two dominant types of people: leaders and followers. Without any followers, the world would be in utter chaos; but without any leaders, it would be no different. Without anyone to step up and lead a group of people, nothing would ever be accomplished. A light to guide the way is simply all that is needed. Miss Rebecca Ann Richards is Gospel Light's “Guiding Light.” From teachers to students, all can equally admire her. However, in all actuality, it is not her light that is followed, but the light of Jesus Christ which is reflected in her.

Born on January 18, 1974, Miss Richards was reared in the state of Utah on the mission field. She attended Heber Valley Christian School, where in 1992 she graduated valedictorian of her class. By doing this, she set a high standard for herself which she has continued to uphold in her current leadership of Gospel Light Christian School.

As a child, she made a profession of faith, but was truly saved later as a teenager. After her high school years, she pursued a degree of Early Childhood Education at Bob Jones University, earning her Bachelor’s Degree. Later, she earned her Master’s Degree in Special Education. She student taught in 5K in the public school system. Immediately after graduation, she began teaching fifth grade at Gospel Light, where she taught for twelve years, in one of which she was named Teacher of the Year. For the past two years, she has been the principal of GL, but her heart has never left the classroom.

Her compassion toward children and those less fortunate remain two of the most compelling factors in her love for teaching. Her true motive, however, is her desire to please the Lord with her life.

🌎🇨🇷 Costa Rica Adventure! 🇨🇷🌎

Several members of Union Grove’s Spanish classes enjoyed an incredible week-long educational trip to Costa Rica! During their time there, students immersed themselves in the culture, language, and natural beauty of the country through unforgettable experiences.

From touring a coffee farm ☕ and exploring volcanoes 🌋 and rainforests 🌿 to zip lining through the treetops, white-water rafting, kayaking, making chocolate, and enjoying cultural dancing, our students had the opportunity to learn far beyond the classroom. They experienced firsthand the people, traditions, and breathtaking landscapes that make Costa Rica so special.

What an amazing opportunity for our students to grow academically, culturally, and personally through this unique adventure!

A special thank you to our Spanish teacher, Jennifer Gwillim, for organizing and leading this outstanding trip. We are grateful for your investment in our students and for providing them with memories and experiences that will last a lifetime! 🌎✈️🇨🇷