Inside the Pride High School News - Volume 174
Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the High School
Published May 14, 2023
Volume 175
Kimberly Jones - High School Principal
Events & Announcements
One of the most comforting verses in the Bible is found in Deuteronomy 31:6, “Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. nHe will not leave you or forsake you.” This means that He will be with us ALWAYS.
Psalm 23:4 also provides comfort by reminding us of God’s constant presence, “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me." This confirms that He will ALWAYS be with us.
Isaiah 41:10 offers assurance when faced with difficult circumstances, “fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” This reminds us that He will ALWAYS be with us.
When we experience hardships it can be easy to fall into despair, but as Christians we have access to countless promises from scripture that offer words of comfort and we have His Presence always: And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age. - Matthew 28:20. May we stand on Christ as our firm foundation as He will ALWAYS be with us.
Challenges from Chapel
This past Thursday, our entire high school family was blessed to join together in the gym for our second to last chapel of the year. We prayed in faith for Natalya Manhertz and for her family. We worshiped together. We heard four seniors, Dylan DePriest, Gracyn Duncan, Brianna Hernandez, and Caden Jones share powerful testimonies and stories about their experiences at TCS, about what God has done in their lives, and about their futures. We heard a challenging message from Dr. Anthony about the power of prayer, and then we prayed. We prayed for and with each other. We prayed in confidence, faith, and unwavering hope, believing that our great God loves us, hears us, is for us, and is working for His glory and our good at all times. It was the final chapel for our senior class, and we were thankful to share these moments with them one more time. It was a beautiful time of fellowship together. We praise God for all He has done in chapel this year. We will wrap up chapel next Thursday in the stadium as our school year draws to a close.
Senior Moments Assembly
This past Wednesday, we held a Senior Moments Assembly in the stadium. We were blessed to hear from ten students who shared about their experiences at TCS, what God has done in their lives these past four years, and words of advice they felt led to share with the remainder of our student body. Many thanks to Henry Brodnax, Josh Taylor, Sophia Wooten, Mark Harris, Gracie Waller, Ansley McMurry, Rebekah Flournoy, Katie Koger, Allie Phillips, and Hannah Gibbs for sharing with us. We are so excited to continue celebrating our entire graduating class of 2023 this week!
Yearbook Distribution
Monday, 5/15 - Friday, 5/ 19 -- 9th, 10th & 11th graders can pick their yearbooks up during lunch and any seniors that didn’t get their books the previous week. If you wish to purchase a book we have a limited number available. The cost is $80, and we can accept cash or check only (made out to TCS).
Please email Erica Hackworth at yearbook@tcslions.org with any questions and/or to see if we have any yearbooks remaining for sale.
Senior Shirts For Upcoming Seniors
It is time for our current Juniors to order their Senior shirts. The upcoming seniors will be allowed to wear these shirts any day for the week of May 22nd. Use the link below to place your order. You will be able to order anytime throughout the year, but for students to be able to wear the last week of school you must order by Monday, May 8th. For those who order by this date, shirts will be delivered to Junior Bible class on Thursday, May 18th. Shirts can be personalized but have to be either first name, last name, initials, or an abbreviated name. There are even Senior Mom and Senior Dad shirts that can be ordered.
https://www.gracefulpeachboutique.com/collections/tcs-senior-apparel
EXAMS
SENIOR Exam Schedule May 15 and May 16 - please keep in mind that the senior walk will take the students out of periods 5, 6,7 on 5/15 so teachers will plan and communicate with those classes accordingly -students. May 16 is the last full day of school for seniors.
9th-11th Exam Schedule
Dates to keep in mind
5/15 - Senior walk 1pm
5/15-5/16 - Senior exams and last full days for seniors
5/16 - Senior Honors Night - 5/16 Crossroads Church HWY 16 7pm
5/17 - Graduation brunch practice - 10am - high school auditorium
5/18 - Graduation - 7pm - high school stadium
5/23 - 9-11 Honors Night - 7:30pm - high school stadium
5/23-25 - 9-11 Exams see schedule provided - we do not offer exemptions at the High School level- we expect all students to be in attendance and on time for each day of testing
SPECIFIC DETAILS FOR SENIOR WEEK
Senior Walk - Monday 5/15 1pm
All families are invited and should be positioned to make a tunnel for the seniors to walk thru outside at the High School Auditorium/Stadium area (similar to Friday night lights) feel free to bring balloons, noise makers, and posters to cheer on your senior!
Seniors will be taking finals this day. They should be in attendance in all classes until it is time to prepare for the senior walk.
They should gather at Building 1 in their cap and gowns at 12:45pm. Be on time!
Seniors last full day of classes - Tuesday 5/16
Senior Honors Night - Tuesday 5/16 Crossroads Church HWY 16 7pm
Doors open at 6:30pm
We invite all of our seniors and their families to this event. This is a time of worship, celebration, and honoring of our senior students. There will be a small reception to follow. (5/16 is the final full day for Seniors as they are finishing up their exams)
Senior Brunch and Practice (no classes today)
Brunch at 10am ( for senior students only ) practice to follow
Please be on time; we anticipate being done by noon
Graduation - Thursday 5/18 - 7pm TCS Football Stadium
Graduation Cap and Gown Picture Proofs Information
The Cap and Gown pictures take between four and six weeks to be processed. The pictures were taken on 4/17-4/18. The proof will then be sent to the Parent's address and they will also receive an email notifying them that the pictures are ready. The parents will now be able to order their pictures online.
Rising Senior Formal Picture Information
DATES: Monday, June 26 - Friday, June, 30
TIMES: 9:00am - 2:00pm
LOCATION: Trinity Campus, Student Center, Bldg 1
LifeTouch will email the scheduling/ordering information regarding your senior’s formal picture appointment. It is not mandatory to use LifeTouch however it is recommended so that there is uniformity in the senior’s formal picture that is used both in the yearbook and the Graduation Program.
DDS Driver Learner Permit and Driver’s License Information
If your student will be testing for their Driver Learner Permit or Driver’s License this Summer, please email hsattendance@tcslions.org so the required DDS paperwork may be prepared and picked up prior to 12:30pm on Thursday, May 25th. Please include which month your student will be going for testing (May, June, July or August).
High School Administrative Contacts
Teachers all utilize the first name.lastname@tcslions.org email address set up.
Nurse nurses@tcslions.org
Attendance - hsattendance@tcslions.org
Tracy White Office Manager - Tracy.white@tcslions.org
Kayla Whittle Counseling Department Head - Kayla.whittle@tcslions.org
Val Adams Director of Curriculum and Instruction - Val.adams@tcslions.org
JP Weaver Director of Student Development - jp.weaver@tcslions.org
Kimmy Jones High School Principal - Kimberly.jones@tcslions.org