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Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 214

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

Published March 31, 2024

Volume 214

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

Praying your family has a wonderful Easter weekend celebrating our Risen Savior. 

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead..” I Peter 1:3

Upcoming Events


Upcoming April Events

  • April 1-5 = Spring Break

  • April 8th = House Color Dress Down Day

  • April 11th = Kindergarten Graduation Pictures

  • April 22nd = Third Grade Field Trip to Legacy Theater

  • April 25th = First Grade Field Trip to Zoo Atlanta

Upcoming May Events

  • May 2nd =National Day of Prayer

  • May 3rd = House Color Dress Down Day

  • May 7th = Second Grade Field Trip to Fayette Environmental

  • May 9th = Progress Learning ELA Benchmark Testing

  • May 10th =  Progress Learning Math Benchmark Testing

  • May 13th = Preschool End of Year Program and Awards Night

  • May 16th = Third Grade Field Trip to Junction Lanes

  • May 20th = Kindergarten Graduation

  • May 20th = Third Grade Water Bash Day & Kona Ice

  • May 21st = Second Grade Inflatables & TCBY Day

  • May 22nd = Preschool Glow Party & Ring Pops Day

  • May 22nd = Kindergarten Popcorn, PJ’s, & Movie Day

  • May 22nd = First Grade Scooter & Popsicle Day

  • May 24th = Class Parties

*Please note that the dates for the Preschool Pastries With Parents Event, Kindergarten “Oh, The Places You’ll Go” Graduation Celebration Party, and the 1st-3rd Grade EOY Program and Awards Night will be announced soon.

Last Week In Chapel

This week we had a special chapel service kicked off by Kevin & Riley leading us in worship. Many students helped act out the Easter story of Jesus’ death and resurrection. Then our favorite Chuck Foo assisted in teaching the Bible verse, which was a long one, but a really good one to memorize. Pastor Kami taught us that God ALWAYS finishes what He starts.

Bible Verse: “And I am certain that God, who began the good work within you, will continue His work until it is finally finished on the day when Christ Jesus returns.” Philippians 1:6

Whatchagaddaknow: God won’t quit until He’s through!

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