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Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 211

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

Published March 10, 2024

Volume 211

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

Our Lower School had a great time celebrating Read Across America Week! Our students enjoyed listening to stories read by mystery guests and our teachers planned many fun learning activities. Lower School students displayed such creativity in their outfits this week. What a fun week we had! 

This is our last week for Q3. Report cards will be available to view on Blackbaud by the end of the day on March 25th. Just a reminder that this Friday is our Remote Learning Day. Teachers will send home a packet for students to complete and return on Monday, March 18th. Enjoy your long weekend!

Upcoming Events

March

  • 11th - Spring Pictures

  • 12th - House Color Day

  • 15th - Remote Learning Day

  • 29th - Good Friday Holiday

Last Week In Chapel

Mrs. Randolph continued our series on “The Rock: Lessons From the Life of Peter”. Through the story of Peter in prison, students learned that God can set us free from any “prison” we are in. If we find ourselves “jailed” by sinful habits we should 1) Ask for Prayer 2) Do Your Part - Obey 3) Never Look Back. We are so grateful that God is willing and able to set us free from sin. 

Main Focus: God Can Set You Free From Any Sinful Habit.

Power Verse: “So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.” John 8:36

Whatchagaddaknow: Jesus Came And Died For Me, And From Sin, He Sets Me Free

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.  

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.

Elementary Clubs

Our students love to participate in our elementary clubs. These clubs are designed for 1st-5th grade students and meet after school dismisses. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

(pictured l to r) Lisa Railey, Jenn Duncan, Sherry Randolph, Leslie Cook, and Ashley Moore

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