Inside the Pride High School News - Volume 138

Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the High School

 

Published August 14, 2022

Volume 138

Kimberly Jones - High School Principal

 

Events & Announcements


School is not only a place to learn about the world around you but it's also a place where you learn about yourself. The academic journey can open doors daily for learning subject matter, scripture, and social emotional awareness and understanding. Ignite the light that you have in your heart and embrace every new experience with an open mind. Let the words from this scripture passage Isaiah 41:10 be ones that are in your heart and at the forefront of your thoughts daily.


What’s the deal with High School Dismissal?!

The High School schedule offers a staggered dismissal process. You will need to become familiar with the dismissal time for your student.  As an example, some students have a dismissal time of MTWF classes ending at 2:20pm and on Thursday (Chapel Day) the classes dismiss at 2:25pm. 

While other students will conclude their MTWF classes at 3:15pm and on Thursday (Chapel Day) the classes dismiss at 3:10pm. Please review your student's specific schedule in order to make the best arrangements for picking up.

If you are coming on campus to pick up your student it would be best to use the Peachtree City East Entrance which we refer to as Lions Way and arrive on the campus at 3:30pm. Left turns are not permitted until 3:30pm due to the running line for the LS/UES/MS dismissal. With this in mind, you will not be able to pick up your student directly at the high school building until 3:30pm or after. Students that are dismissed at the earlier time can be picked up in front of the high school building but you will need to be on campus for pick up before 2:45pm.


All Things Class of 2023

Senior Retreat 

I simply cannot imagine a better start to the year for our senior class. The week prior to the start of classes, many of our seniors loaded the Trinity buses on an adventure to Panama City Beach for a time of fun, bonding, and spiritual renewal. It wasn’t the volleyball tournaments, Spike ball, or ocean time that made this trip special, however, it was the messages! We got to hear the Bible department faculty and various others throughout the week deliver sound, poignant messages to a senior class that is set to embark on their final season at Trinity. We were amazed at what the Lord is doing in the hearts of this special class of students. At the end of every day, we were treated to fireside worship on the beach and by the end of the week, I truly believe we were experiencing a little bit of heaven on earth. Thank you Jesus for all you have done and what you continue to do!

Back To School Memories

Senior Sunrise and Prayer

Second Day of School


Still To Come…

Senior Movie Night On The Football Field 

High School Musical 3 (Senior Year) 

Sat. August 20th 

8:30pm - 10:30pm

Bring your blankets and chairs. 

Water will be provided but NO EATING on the field. 

 

FOR SENIORS ONLY 

Senior Spirit Week 

During the week of Aug 15th -19th dress according to the stages of life. 

  • Monday         Dress like how you looked on 1st day of Preschool

  • Tuesday        Dress like your current Self

  • Wednesday  Dress in attire from your first pick college

  • Thursday       Dress like your future career

  • Friday Dress like a Senior Citizen

Dress code Guidelines for Senior Spirit Week

  • No leggings. 

  • No spaghetti straps, tank tops, or tops with low V neck

  • Holes/rips/tears in jeans should not be above the knee  

  • Mesh/see-thru tops should not be worn unless there is a full coverage top underneath it.  

  • Shirts should touch the top of the pants, shorts, skirt, etc - if you lift your arms and I can see your skin it is too short.

  • Shorts must be no more than 5 inches above the knee (about the length of an index card). 

  • Skirts must be knee length to align with new school policy and have shorts underneath.

  • Hats may be worn

IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO PARTICIPATE, THEN YOU NEED TO BE IN NORMAL DRESS CODE.


GO Week

GO Week Trips are now OPEN for registration! 

Check out this link to view all of the trips that are available for the 2023 Go Week Trips

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dMhcT7N7yNLBlaHozL6jCiguJcu1cMzN/view?usp=sharing FAQ about GO WEEK

NOTE: The following trips are full and registration is CLOSED:

  • Costa Rica (registration closed)

  • Puerto Rico (registration closed)

  • Yosemite (registration closed)


FAMILY AND STUDENT HOME EVENT PASSES

We have exciting news...our Home Event Passes are online this year.  All event passes will be set up through Go Fan. Our Home Event Passes are for our TCS families. The pass allows your family access into all home games except playoff games.  Along with the Family Pass which is good for up to 2 parents and children, we have Student Passes for our high school students.

Each TCS family will have an access code specific to your family. You only need 1 access code per family. One member of your family will set up the family pass and transfer the other ticket to their spouse. 

Each HS student will have an access code specific to them. 

To receive your access code, please email athletics@tcslions.org. In your email, please make sure you include your first and last name and if you are a student or a parent.  Please note this process should be done by the parent for the family pass and by the student for their specific pass. Once we receive your request, we will send you the link and your unique access code along with the instructions on how to retrieve your pass.


No Food Deliveries

Our auditorium space is multifunctional and used daily as our cafeteria.  All of our students can take advantage of the lunch options that are provided by Sage on campus or bring their own lunch.  Students can plan to eat inside the auditorium or utilize the outdoor patio style seating area just outside of the building.  Lunch orders and deliveries from outside vendors will not be permitted this year.


Counseling Team NEWS

Brian Long - 9th Grade Academic Counselor brian.long@tcslions.org

Brian Fourman - 10th Grade Academic Counselor brian.fourman@tcslions.org

Kayla Whittle - 11/12th Grade Academic Counselor/Counseling Department Head kayla.whittle@tcslions.org

College Tour in our area!! http://www.peachstatetour.org/students.html


What is a drop/add date?

Drop/Add is a period of registration when students may change their class schedules.

TCS High School Drop/Add deadline: September 2nd 

Dual Enrollment at WGTC

  • Start date: Technical programs start August 8th 

  • Drop/add deadline: August 10th 

Dual Enrollment at GMC

  • Start date: August 15th (for classes meeting at TCS)

    • August 25th (for classes meeting at the PTC Campus) 

  •  Drop/add deadline: August 18th 

Dual Enrollment at Point

  • Start date: August 15th (for classes meeting at TCS)

  •  Drop/add deadline: September 2nd 

*** IMPORTANT DE REMINDERS: 

  • Dual Enrollment means that you are “dually enrolled” at both TCS and your DE Institution. 

  • Online learning systems, grading systems and communication policies are all different in DE courses. Blackbaud will not have DE grades posted.

  • Parents are not permitted to contact college level instructors. Students must take full responsibility for their own grades, attendance and success in these classes. 

  • Dual enrollment courses and programs at other institutions do not always align with the TCS breaks/holidays calendar. Students are responsible for understanding their own Dual Enrollment schedules and must fulfill the appropriate institutional attendance requirements.


Community Service Team Opportunity

for 9/10th Grade Students

Coweta Community Foundation is now accepting applications for their High School Community Service Team. Use this link to find out more about this community service opportunity and deadlines for submitting applications https://www.cowetafoundation.org/community-service-team/

If you need assistance or additional information contact:

Kristin Webb, Executive Director, CCF

Email:  kwebb@cowetafoundation.org

Phone:  678.877.1487 / 770.253.1833

Website:  www.cowetafoundation.org

Schedule a Meeting


Personal Appearance and Dress Code Reminders

  • Khaki, black, gray, or purple plaid (previously purchased from the Trinity School Store and approved by TCS) pleated, straight, or A-line skirts – non-stretch cotton or cotton-twill only. Skirts must be knee length and bicycle shorts must be worn underneath.

  • BOYS – no piercings are allowed on campus or at school-related functions.

  • GIRLS – pierced jewelry is limited to earrings (no facial piercings)

  • Tattoos of any nature cannot be exposed on campus or at school-related functions.

  • Hats are not permitted to be worn on campus.

  • Hair (including facial hair) should always be clean, neat and well groomed.  

  • Dress Down Fridays - Each Friday, students are permitted to wear jeans(no rips, holes, or tears) or usual dress code pants/shorts/skirts with TCS branded spiritwear, including t-shirts. 

  • Any form of dress, jewelry, make-up, hair style, hair coloring, or elements of personal appearance which are considered extreme, distracting, or disruptive are not allowed. All dress code policies are reviewed by a Review Board consisting of the principals, student development and director of diversity.