It is the VISION of Gardere Community Christian School to BUILD a Christian elementary school in the Gardere Community. It will provide the necessary education for children and their families to overcome obstacles and develop their God-given talents, strengths and abilities.

Help us live the vision. With 182 students and growing, the original vision is playing out before our very eyes. Our students and teachers are doing their part with a nurturing, energetic culture and high academic outcomes. You can help us give the families of this community a beautiful and engaging campus of which they can be proud. Join us as we Live the Vision and Build Bright Futures!

WE HAVE A MATCH!

We're in if you're in! First Presbyterian Church is offering a $100,000 matching grant to finish the new multi-purpose building at the Gardere Community Christian School.  GCCS meets a crucial need in Baton Rouge.  This new building is critical for serving 185 students and their families.  

First Pres has been a major financial backer of GCCS since the beginning. But we know it will take broader community support to make this expansion a reality.  We invite you to partner with us. We're going to stretch to expand our giving in hopes that others will join us. We know the "product" is proven.  Test scores at GCCS are dramatically higher than comparable local schools.  Plus, family support, Christian formation, and a culture of caring make GCCS transformative in the Gardere area.  This is just the kind of school that makes a life-changing difference in our city. Let's finish this building together!

With you in Christ
Gerrit Dawson
Senior Pastor - First Presbyterian Church of Baton Rouge

Please let us know if have questions or would like a tour and meeting to discuss potential partnerships and naming rights. Members of our team and board would love to meet with you.

Or contact Cheryl Lott - cheryllott@gardereschool.com or 225-603-4076.