Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the High School
Published July 11, 2021
Volume 88
Kimberly Jones - High School Principal
Events & Announcements
Save the Date
New Family Orientation - August 5th
All School Orientation - August 8th
First Day of Classes - August 10th
New School Wide Management Information System
Our whole school is undergoing a digital transformation with Blackbaud’s cloud-based education management solutions! We are excited to experience Blackbaud’s efficiency with truly seamless data flow from enrollment management into the learning management and student information systems, and create an unparalleled user experience for parents, students, faculty, and staff through a single login, unified interface, and mobile access. Blackbaud provides teachers with the tools to post assignments and enter grades, coaches the ability to add announcements and game highlights, and advisors a forum to communicate.
This will be a one stop shop for our teachers, parents, students, and entire community. Details for how to access courses, schedules, and other specifics will be posted in a later edition of Inside the Pride.
Schedules?
Schedules will be available after August 1st in Blackbaud. A schedule change request link will be open at that time as well.
School Supplies?
Students will need to be prepared with the basics for high school classes i.e. pens, paper, and school issued Chromebook. A supply list is not provided at this time as these are course specific at the high school level. This information will be contained on the course syllabus provided by each course teacher at Orientation.
Dress Code?
Now is a good time to begin getting those dress code essentials for the new year.
Shirts
*Any collared, buttoned-down dress or polo shirt (solid, striped, plaid, checkered but not camouflage, or sheer). Shirts must be appropriately sized and neat in appearance. Students may be asked to tuck in their shirts if their appearance is sloppy. Oversized shirts are not permitted. NO graphics.
* White, neutral or matching undershirts, or turtleneck shirts may be worn under a polo shirt or button-down shirt.
* Button-down shirts must be buttoned up when worn.
Pants, Shorts, Capris, Skirts
* Khaki, black, gray, or navy blue Docker-style pants, shorts, and capris (girls only) – non-stretch cotton or cotton-twill only – with fly front. They must be tailored (not too large or too small) with proper hem. No sagging pants (a belt should be used to prevent sagging). No fraying or torn look; no carpenters, cargos, rivets, joggers or ankle bunching. No swim style shorts or athletic shorts are allowed.
* Khaki, black, gray, purple plaid or navy blue pleated, straight, or A-line skirts – non-stretch cotton or cotton-twill only. Skirts may be no shorter than 2 inches above the knee.
* We require a chino style pant which is a 95-97% cotton twill type trouser that contains 3% or less spandex or other stretch fabric.
Approved Outerwear
*All outerwear (sweatshirts, hoodies, fleece jackets, and pullovers) must be TCS spirit wear purchased through the school store. Previously purchased outerwear through Coweta Sports is permitted. Note: Personal items that are monogrammed with a “T” are not permitted.
* Long-sleeved TCS t-shirts are not allowed as outerwear.
* Collared shirts should be worn under all outerwear to ensure a student remains in dress code if the outerwear is removed during the day.
* Outerwear not approved may be confiscated and returned at the end of the school day.
Footwear
* Shoes must be closed toe and closed back. No flip-flops or Crocs.
* Socks should be a neutral solid color that coordinates with the outfit. NO knee high socks for boys wearing shorts.
* Boys cannot wear boots with shorts, and pants cannot be tucked into the boot.
* Footwear should be in good condition without any writing or drawing.
Friday Spirit Days
Each Friday, students are permitted to wear blue jeans or usual dress code pants/shorts/skirts with TCS spirit wear purchased from the school store. Blue jeans must be blue and free from rips, holes, tears, etc.
Back by popular demand!
Students may wear a polo/collared shirt with the TCS logo on it (purchased from the school store) every day of the week with dress code approved blue jeans (no rips, tears, holes, etc). The school store sells regular cotton polos for $20 and the dri-fit Under Armour type for $30. Jeans may only be worn with a TCS logo polo M-TH. Otherwise, the regular dress code applies and Friday will remain as spirit day with TCS spirit wear and bluejeans
ATTENTION ALL AP AND HONORS LITERATURE STUDENTS!
If you are in an honors class for the 2021-2022 school year, you have a summer reading requirement. You can access your reading assignment by clicking on your upcoming grade level below.
*please note that at-level literature classes do NOT have summer reading assignments
9th grade honors - Questions? Contact ruth.wolleat@tcslions.org https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mUSrzr5Aux0CnTIQApA8XTaDPSCwON-pZHCW45r49O8/edit?usp=sharing
10th grade honors-Questions? Contact ruth.wolleat@tcslions.org
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fLlioPLdlqiqY0KLmp4DQ-sOq20QPjtld0N16Y4da1A/edit?usp=sharing
AP Language and Composition (11th grade)Questions? Contact anna.maupin@tcslions.org
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1fUWEDuF_UCBS95KDXOO3QeGVcqZI9RtbN6pV3Rd6QTU/edit?usp=sharing
AP Literature and Composition_(12th grade) -Questions? Contact val.adams@tcslions.org https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Vw4oh5KI71ijJdReo0GWJRYqUK4WFvSzxDiuR8sjYZ0/edit?usp=sharing
DRIVER PERMIT AND DRIVER LICENSE INFORMATION
GA Department of Driver Services (https://dds.georgia.gov/) requires the following original documents. The forms are good for thirty days from the day entered by the high school office.
Driver Permit - Certificate of School Enrollment
Driver License - Certificate of School Enrollment and an ADAP Certificate
These documents should be requested 48 hours in advance via email to receptionist@tcslions.org and tracy.harrelson@tcslions.org and picked up Monday - Friday at the Elementary Office from 9:00am - 1:00pm
