Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the High School
Published August 15, 2021
Volume 93
Kimberly Jones - High School Principal
Events & Announcements
What a tremendous week we have shared together getting acclimated to all things for the new school year! It has been amazing to be on campus together again, seeing smiling faces, positive spirits, and excitement for what the Lord has in store for us all at TCS. There is no doubt that there is something just a little extra special about this school year.
This week the students were reminded of some of our standard processes and procedures to continue to put into practice, some areas that we needed to improve on, and aspects that we have made adjustments to as a part of continuous quality improvement.
NEW LOCKOUT TIME MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES
We desire for students to develop lifelong skills. One of these skills is time management. In order to assist with the development of timeliness is to implement the “lock out” method. This simply means that students are expected to be in the classroom when the bell rings and not after the bell. Teachers have been discussing this method and practicing this strategy with the students this week without any consequences issued. However, beginning Monday 8/16, students who are not on time to class will be locked out of the classroom and directed to the front office to receive a tardy pass. While there are legitimate reasons for tardiness at times, our goal is to help students develop this important habit of punctuality which is why we are implementing the “lock out” procedure. As usual, unexcused tardies result in demerits and accumulate towards detention.
PARKING MATTERS
We continue to work on the parking matters for our 10th grade students and will provide an update to this as soon as we have nailed down the plan of action to execute under the direction of Chris Hanson, Director of Operations.
arrival & dismissal Videos
Be sure that you review the arrival and dismissal videos. It is critical that you follow this process to avoid any confusion and additional delays for you and/or others in the line. Having staggered arrival and dismissal times helps the process and flow for the entire campus, that is roughly 1500 people including staff and students. Please keep in mind that we have staggered dismissal times at the high school. Students with early release should go ahead and leave campus unless they have other commitments that keep them on campus. Any student that must stay on campus should wait in the student lounge and will not be permitted to wander the campus. If you will be picking up your student, you should plan to arrive on campus no earlier than 3:30 pm because although dismissal is at 3:15 pm, students will not actually be ready to leave until closer to 3:30 pm.
Parking Tags
At this time, all 11/12th grade students should have their NEW parking tags for the 21/22 school year. These must be displayed at all times while on campus. The parking tags are color coded to identify the designated parking areas that are permitted for student use. Parking tags from previous years will not be permitted. These must be updated on an annual basis.
HIGH SCHOOL Orientation VIDEO
Just in case you have not seen it, please take a moment to watch the following High School Orientation video to further assist you in becoming acclimated to Trinity.
Chapel
We had a phenomenal kickoff to our chapel year. Dr. Mark Anthony, our Head of School, was our keynote speaker, and he masterfully delved into 2 Kings 6-7 and the four lepers feasting. He wove in and out of the text with his unique style and story-telling ability while capturing the critical essence of the lepers’ story and applying it to our high school students. One highlight of note was when he said, “most of us want God to act before we will follow but more often than not in the word it is when people follow that they are blessed by God’s redemptive actions.” Imagine, 4 lepers who were even lower than pariahs on the social ladder brought the good news of God’s remarkable victory to the very city who shunned them.
Thanks for your continued prayerfulness for our leaders, teachers, speakers, and students. Next week, our all-in-for-Jesus high school principal Mrs. Kimmy Jones will bring our chapel message. Please pray for her preparation and opportunity.
*CHROMEBOOK INSURANCE OPTIONS*
If you would like to purchase insurance for the 21/22 school year to cover any accidental damages to your student's Chromebook, we are offering coverage for $40. Please access the form below to learn more about the insurance coverage and the money you could potentially save, as well as how to sign up for coverage this year. This offer is available for a limited time and only applies to 9th grade, 10th grade, and any new students receiving the gray Samsung Chromebook 4. Signup before August 31st.
***THIS OFFER IS ONLY VALID FOR THE SAMSUNG CHROMEBOOK 4***
GO Week is back!
We are constantly reviewing the state of our world and travel guidelines/restrictions as we plan for GO Week trips during the first full week of January 2022. Be on the lookout for more details from our GO Week Coordinator, Chad Whittle.
Need to request a schedule change?
We worked really hard to accommodate each scheduling request that was made during Spring Advisement Day, but with our enrollment at capacity, there is not always enough flexibility to accommodate each request. If you would like to make a change to your schedule, please first fill out the following change request form, this form is specifically used to generate the waiting lists for our classes:
https://forms.gle/6MNAeMJFcGZJ4Xj89
Additional schedule questions can be emailed to the appropriate grade level counselor.
11-12th grade: Kayla Whittle Email: kayla.whilttle@tcslions.org
10th grade: Brian Long Email: brian.long@tcslions.org
9th grade: Brian Fourman Email: brian.fourman@tcslions.org
*Please note that schedule changes requested only in email and not on the form may not be honored.
Counseling Department Dates
Dual Enrollment Informational Meeting: Thursday, August 19th, Lunch in the Spanish Suite. For ALL Dual Enrollment students.
Dual Enrollment start dates: August 25th, 2021
Financial Aid Workshop: Tuesday, August 31st 6:30 - 7:30pm in the High School Multipurpose Room. A representative from the Georgia Student Finance Commission will share important information and details regarding college financial aid.
Drop/Add Period for course adjustments: Present - ENDS September 3rd
Upcoming Important Dates: PSAT on campus testing Oct 13th for 9th-11th grade students. (Seniors virtual learning)
ASVAB on campus testing - Oct 26th 11th/12th students (9th and 10th regular scheduled day)
Aviation Institute of Maint Recruiter Mrs. Sutton visits Thursday, August 26⋅12:00 – 12:30pm
Columbia International University: Nov 3rd lunch visit from an admission recruiter
Personal Appearance Reminders
Please take time to review the posted bullet points that are listed in the handbook.
BOYS – no pierced jewelry is allowed on campus or at school-related functions.
GIRLS – pierced jewelry is limited to earrings with a maximum of two per ear (no nose 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 should always be clean, neat and well groomed. No extreme haircuts or colors.
BOYS – hair length can be no longer than to the collar or halfway down the ear and must be off the eyebrow. No ponytails.
Dress Code
Dress Code? Please take time to review the top 5 highlighted areas
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. Shorts must be no more than 5 inches above the knee (about the length of an index card). 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