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Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 193

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

Published October 29, 2023

Volume 193

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

Upcoming Events

October

  • 30th - Information Regarding Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes Sent Home In Folders

November

  • 1st - Food Drive Begins

  • 1st - First Grade Field Trip to Southern Belle Farms

  • 9th - Kindergarten Field Trip to Iron P Homestead

  • 10th - Preschool Thanksgiving Programs and Celebrations 

  • 15th - Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes Due 

  • 16th - House Color Dress Down Day

  • 17th - Food Drive Ends

  • THANKSGIVING BREAK (20th -24th)

December

  • 14th - Christmas Extravaganza: A Lower School Family Holiday Experience (6:00-9:00pm)

The Principal’s Piece: A Note From Mrs. Randolph

The month of November serves as an opportunity for us to give thanks for the many blessings the Lord has given to us, while also searching for ways that we can bless others. During the month of November, we will have two giving opportunities. Please consider participating in our Lower School Annual Food Drive and the Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes events. Both of these events serve as wonderful opportunities to actively demonstrate the love of Christ to others. Please see below for additional details.

Preschool Thanksgiving Celebration: November 10th

We are looking forward to our preschool Thanksgiving program on Friday, November 10th. Our preschoolers will perform on stage at Go Church followed by a Thanksgiving celebration in the gymnasium. Please be on the lookout for more information from your child’s teacher. 

Lower School Annual Food Drive

Our Annual Food drive will take place from November 1st - November 17th. We are encouraging all students from preschool-3rd grade to participate. This is a great opportunity to bless our community, while encouraging generosity in our students.  Items donated will be given to Trinity Church’s food pantry and then dispersed to those in need.  Items may be sent in with your student and given to their classroom teacher. We appreciate your willingness to give!

Items needed:

Soup (bean, chicken noodle, vegetable, beef stew), applesauce, peaches, mayonnaise, pancake syrup, cereal, oatmeal, cocoa, coffee, evaporated milk, sugar, vanilla, canned meats (salmon, corned beef, tuna, chicken, etc.), canola oil, vegetable shortening, salad dressing, canned potatoes, instant potatoes, canned fruit, dried beans, peanut butter, jelly, spaghetti sauce, pasta, stew, rice, juices, ramen noodles, pudding, toilet paper, paper towels, diapers (all sizes), dish soap, sanitary napkins, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste.

Registration Needed: Agape After School

The Agape After School program has asked that we please send the following link to all of our PreK4 through 3rd grade families so we can have every family registered in case after school ever needs to be utilized. Please note that completing the registration is not an indicator that you plan to use the program, nor is it agreeing to any charges. WE NEED EVERY FAMILY to register so that if you ever have to utilize the program, your child’s information is already on record. Please use the link below to complete the registration. Thank you!

Last Week in Chapel

Last Week in Chapel

We had a great time continuing our "Blessed" series in chapel last week! Mrs. Duncan taught about the importance of prayer and the blessings we receive as we wait on the Lord's answer.  Prayer is a very important part of following Jesus! We can be confident He cares about every aspect of our lives, hears every prayer, and will acknowledge every request according to His will. Students learned whether it be yes, no, or wait, we can always trust His answer because our God is good!

Power Verse: "Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you."  Matthew 7:7

Whatchgaddaknow: "God Will Answer When I Pray!"

Optional House Color T-shirts

We have had several parents request the option to purchase House shirts to wear on House Color Days. We are excited to announce that we have partnered with Graceful Peach Boutique to offer shirts for Robinson, Elliot, and Lewis houses! Check out the link below and order your optional shirt today if you are looking for something to wear on House Color Day.  

www.gracefulpeachboutique.com/collections/special-order

Electronic Device Policy

Just a reminder that elementary students are not permitted to have cell phones, smart watches, GPS tracking devices, or other electronic devices during school hours.

Staying Informed and Up-to-date with

Classroom Happenings

To stay informed of what’s happening in your child’s classroom, please login into Blackbaud weekly. You will be able to see information such as weekly classroom announcements, upcoming events, weekly academic focus, grades, attendance, etc. This is the key to staying informed and replaces hardcopy newsletters. I encourage you to login each week. Information will be updated each Sunday at 5pm.

Blackbaud 101

Accessing your child's class information weekly:

  • Login to your Blackbaud account and select your child's name under "Children". 

  • Find your child's homeroom class under the "Progress" tab by scrolling down to where classes are listed.

  • After selecting the homeroom class, you will see the teacher's main class page where you will locate upcoming dates, class reminders and news. 

  • Select the "Topics" tab to see specific information for each individual subject. Within each subject folder, you will see a plan for the week and upcoming projects and test information.

  • The "Topics" pages update each Sunday evening at 5pm and will remain current until the following Sunday evening.

ADMINISTRATIVE Contacts

If you have any questions throughout the summer, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We are happy to help! Please see the guide below to reach the most appropriate personnel.

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade