Inside the Pride High School News - Volume 127
Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the High School
Published May 1, 2022
Volume 127
Kimberly Jones - High School Principal
Events & Announcements
Many of us know this verse, it is one that is frequently used and shared with others as a source of encouragement. But we may need to be reminded that this “little light of mine” is coming from the light of the world, that which is coming from Christ dwelling in us. When we let our light shine through our words, actions, and attitudes it is HIS love, compassion, and forgiveness that others will see. So let your light shine for others to see and ultimately so that the Lord can be glorified!
22 Days remaining for the Class of 2022
We are pressing on and providing 22 minutes of prayer, worship, and message to our seniors each morning at 7:40am - 8:02am in the high school auditorium.
New Information about connecting with the Counseling Team!
As we grow in numbers, we are still dedicated to meeting the needs of each of our students in a personal and meaningful way. In an effort to ensure that we are providing high quality communication and counseling services, we would like to utilize a different form of communication from now until the end of this school year. We would like for all counseling department inquiries to be sent to TCSCounseling@tcslions.org. This will allow us to collaborate more effectively and ensure that none of our students 'fall through the cracks' as we experience God's blessing of growth in student numbers. Thank you for partnering with us as we journey into God's best for Trinity Christian High School.
CHAPEL
In every generation the preacher axiom holds true, “we need a message for this mess age.” While it is true many things in our world are a mess, it is good to know that we had 4 seniors from the Lion Nation who stood up and spoke up for the kingdom of God this week. Our high school community extends a great thank you for the practical message from seniors Hannah Heilman, Josh Dallas, Ashlyn Settle, and Sarah Nelson.
Be in prayer for our Chick-Fil-A Leadership academy participants who will be officiating our National Day of Prayer events in Chapel next week (5/5/22).
CFA Leadership Academy
For the past two years we have had the amazing opportunity to be a part of the Chick-fil-A Leader Academy. This national high school leadership program sponsored by Randy Burgess of the Newnan Dwarf House Chick-fil-A focuses on building student leaders who make an IMPACT THROUGH ACTION. We are so excited to continue this wonderful program for the 2022-2023 school year.
Check out this link to learn more about the program:
https://chickfilaleaderacademy.com/
The Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is designed to engage, expose, and equip students with tools on their leadership journey. This one year program is an elective course under the direction of CFA and the designed TCS Team Facilitator and is incorporated as a part of the traditional high school class with meetings on Wednesdays and Fridays each week.
TCS students that are in the 10th-12th grade with a 3.0 GPA or higher, having 6 or fewer demerits on the behavior record are eligible to apply to be a part of this program. Up to 30 students will be selected each year to participate in this leadership academy for one school year. Each application will be reviewed by the high school leadership team. Students will gather to learn timeless leadership principles through lessons in the format of Leader Labs. These lessons will be taught in a relevant and engaging way while providing students with the practical tools needed to make a positive impact in their local communities. In addition to learning valuable principles and putting into practice servant leadership, being a part of this academy provides depth to students’ resumes as they move on toward college and career opportunities.
If you are interested in being a part of this program, please take the time to complete the Student Application that is due on or before May 5th by 3:30 pm. Unfortunately, we will not be able to accept late applicants. (Students may only participate in the program one time)
Advanced Placement versus Dual Enrollment
Panel Discussion
Did you miss the AP vs DE panel discussion? If so, follow this link for notes from the meeting.
AP Exam Information
Are you an AP student? If so, please follow this link for all of the information you need regarding AP Testing
College and Career Day
We are excited to host a College and Career Day 1:00-4:00pm in the High School Auditorium on May 3rd, be sure to check your email/official notes for more information.
What’s Happening in Class:
Honors Chemistry is learning about Thermochemistry. In this lab they performed an exothermic reaction where magnesium gave off a high amount of energy in the form of light. The students also compared a variety of elements and were able to compare their light signatures. With their new information, they were able to go back and identify unknown elements.
Pictured: Roman Arcadi and Wil Rinkenberger.
Pictured: Madeline Hightower, and Julie Rypkema.
The Advanced Art students took an opportunity to serve the community through Art Missions. This mural along with several others are at the Pathways Mental Health Rehab Ctr in Griffin. Pictured: McKayla Neill
PROM PAYMENTS
If you chose to pay through your smart tuition account, then it has now been charged. Please make sure that you have paid it by May 16th. Any accounts that have not paid for Prom by this date, will receive a $25 late fee per ticket.
End of Year Celebration
A silent disco is an event where people dance to music listened to on wireless headphones. Rather than using a speaker system, music is broadcast via a radio transmitter with the signal being picked up by wireless headphone receivers worn by the participants. Those without the headphones hear no music, giving the effect of a room full of people dancing to nothing.
This is for all 9th -12th graders.
GUESTS ARE WELCOME.
Friday, May 6th
7:00pm-10:00pm
(NEW LOCATION)
At Gathering Place
The theme is Neon/Glow in the Dark.
$25 per person
Click here to purchase a ticket.
https://studentcouncil.givesmart.com
OR TEXT studentcouncil to 76278
Please purchase ticket by Monday, May 2nd for accurate headcount.
All attendees must follow our Dress code Guidelines and Code of Conduct
Students that are not in compliance with these expectations, could risk
not being allowed to enter or stay at this event.
Looking ahead into Second Semester
5/3 College and Career Day 1:00-4:00pm High School Auditorium
5/6 End of Year Celebration with Silent Disco for 9th -12th grade (Pre- Registration Required)
5/16 Senior Walk 1pm
5/17 Grateful Graduates Reception for all Seniors and Parents/Guardians 6pm (check email/official notes for more details) HS Honors Night - in the stadium/field 7pm
5/18 Graduation Practice and Luncheon
5/19 Graduation - in the stadium/field 7pm Each senior will receive 2 tickets for guests to sit on the field, the stadium will be open for anyone to attend
5/23-5/25 Half day Final Course Assessments for 9th-11th
5/25 Last Day of school!
Academic Schedule for the Last Week of School
Graduation Details
Details and directions for the event:
The graduate and two ticket holders can attend the event on the field. (Tickets will be distributed as a part of the final senior week activities)
Upon entering the stadium, ticketed guests will go to the field seats in the order they arrive.
Seating will be arranged with graduates together in the center and ticketed guests lined up on the sides of the field.
Those who do not have a ticket will sit in the stadium seating.
Entry to the campus will begin at 5:45 pm.
Graduates will meet in the high school multipurpose room area at 6:15 pm to receive specific directions to prepare for the processional. Graduates will enter the stadium with the traditional pomp and circumstance
A few other items:
Please wear shoes that are conducive to walking on turf (flat, wedge, or block heels are approved footwear).
Please do not use silly string or confetti at the Trinity Stadium.
This event will be live-streamed so that other family members, friends, and the community can view the ceremony. A link will be sent before the event.
Thank you for your cooperation in cleaning up your area in the stands/on the field before leaving the stadium. We are really looking forward to this milestone event for our students.
GRADUATES’ ATTIRE - Remember to bring your cap and gown!
Girls
No tight, form-fitting dresses which allow for limited movement.
Hemlines and slits should be no shorter than 3 inches above the top of the kneecap.
Strapless dresses are permitted; however, they cannot show ANY cleavage.
No low V-necklines in the front of the dress.
No two-piece dresses
No large cut-outs at mid-section or sides of the dress.
No nude/skin tone underlay creating the illusion of a deep plunging neckline or see-through material. Modesty panels may not be nude in color or transparent in any way.
Please wear appropriate undergarments: bra, slip, shorts, etc.
Shoes that are conducive to walking on turf (flat, wedge, or block heel are approved)
NOTE: White dresses are NOT required
If a student arrives out of dress code, they will be required to keep their graduation gown zipped at all times.
Boys
White-collared shirt (no T-shirts, polos, or colored collared shirts)
Tie/Bow Tie of your choice
Dress pants or dark khakis, no shorts or jeans
Dress shoes; no tennis shoes
If a student arrives out of dress code, they will be required to keep their graduation gown zipped at all times.