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Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 204

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

Published January 21, 2024

Volume 204

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

It is my pleasure to announce our 2023 Christmas Tree Stroll Champion! Congratulations to Ms. George’s class for receiving the most votes at our Christmas Extravaganza! Their space-themed class tree was named “Rocket Around the Christmas Tree”. Ms. George’s class was presented with the Christmas Tree Stroll Champion trophy during Chapel along with receiving the Lion Leadership Award for the second time this year! Way to go, Ms. George’s class!!! Thank you to all of our parents who helped decorate nearly thirty beautiful and creative Christmas trees!

Upcoming Events

Reading Challenge: January 12th - February 15th

February

  • 8th - House Color Dress Down Day (1st-3rd)

  • 9th - Super Bowl Dress Down - wear your favorite team apparel with uniform bottoms

  • 14th - Valentine’s Day Dress Down - wear red or pink with uniform bottoms

  • 19th - 23rd - Winter Break

Last Week in Chapel

It was another great week in chapel as Mrs. Duncan continued our "The Rock" series learning all about the life of Apostle Peter. In last week's lesson, the students learned that because God created the universe, He owns all things, has power and authority over ALL things, and can be trusted to take care of ALL things. Peter brought his need to Jesus, and He provided exactly what he needed in a very creative way. We can trust Jesus to do the same for our needs!

Whatchagaddaknow: “When I Have a Need, God WILL Provide!”

Power Verse: “And God will generously provide all you need...” 2 Corinthians 9:8

Join Our 10,000 Page Reading Challenge!!!

Our reading challenge will run now through February 15th. Teachers sent home a reading log to keep track of your child’s reading. Let’s Go Lower School!!! Together, we can reach the 10,000 page goal!

Valentine’s Celebrations

We will be celebrating Valentine’s Day on Wednesday,  February 14th. Please refer to your child’s Blackbaud class page for specifics regarding your child’s celebration.

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!

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.  

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