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Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 217

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

Published April 21, 2024

Volume 217

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

I hope your family is doing well. We have five weeks of school remaining. This is always such a busy time of year. Please pay close attention to upcoming dates so you stay informed about the fun and exciting activities happening school-wide. Please take note of the dates now in place for Preschool Pastries for Parents (May 8th) and our Kindergarten “Oh, The Places You’ll Go” Graduation Celebration Party (May 15th). Amidst all the energy and fun the last weeks bring, please remind your child to continue giving his or her best effort in the classroom.

Upcoming Dates

Upcoming April Events

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

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

  • April 25-27 - Elementary Drama Club Spring Show

Upcoming May Events

  • May 2nd - National Day of Prayer Assembly (school-wide)

  • May 3rd - House Color Dress Down Day

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

  • May 8th - Preschool Pastries With Parents Event

  • May 9th - Progress Learning ELA Benchmark Testing

  • May 10th - Progress Learning Math Benchmark Testing

  • May 13th - Preschool End of Year Program and Awards 

  • May 13th - 1st-3rd Grade EOY Program and Awards Night 

  • May 15th - Kindergarten “Oh, The Places You’ll Go” Graduation Celebration Party

  • 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

Be sure to check out all the details about our end of year events on our family landing page. https://tcslions.org/endofyear

Parent Input on Class Placement For 2024-25 School Year

Please take a moment to share your thoughts regarding your child’s class placement for the 2024-25 school year. Although requests for a specific teacher cannot be taken, your insights into your child's needs, strengths, and weaknesses will help us in the placement process. We truly value your input. Please submit this form by 8:30am on Monday, May 6th. Simply click on the link below.

Last Week in Chapel

We had a great time in Chapel this week as we continued our lesson titled "Worry Doesn't Work". In last week’s lesson, we studied Matthew 6:25-34 and discussed the importance of trusting God rather than worrying. The students learned that we can overcome worry by trusting, praying, and worshiping God.

Whatchagaddaknow: “I Won't Worry About Anything!”

Power Verse: “Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything...” Philippians 4:6

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