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

Published September 22, 2024

Volume 234

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

As we enter our 8th week of school and approach the end of Quarter 1, please remember that you can always refer to Blackbaud to stay informed about your child’s classroom performance. On Blackbaud, you can find classroom announcements, upcoming events, weekly academic focuses, grades, and attendance. Please refer to the “Staying Informed and Up-to-date with Classroom Happenings” section that can always be found in this newsletter.

UPCOMING DATES

• Sept 24 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd Grades

• Sept 30 - PreK4 Field Trip to Wargo's Pumpkin Patch

• Oct 3 - 1st Grade Field Trip to Southern Belle Farms

• Oct  4 - Remote Learning Day & End of Q1

• Oct 7 - Fall Break

• Oct 10 -  3rd Grade Field Trip to Wargo's Pumpkin Patch

• Oct 14 - Picture Retake Day

• Oct 14 - Report Cards Viewable on Blackbaud

• Oct 23 - National Crocs Day (students may wear crocs with normal school uniform)

• Oct 24 - Second Grade In-House STEM Field Trip

• Oct 25 - K5 Field Trip to Iron P Homestead

• Oct 31 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd

Yearbook Picture Retakes

Monday, October 14th

Picture retakes will be on Monday, October 14.  If you would like for your child to have their picture retaken, please complete the appropriate form below.  A form needs to be completed for each child who needs a retake.  Forms must be submitted by October 9.

Early Learning at Go Church Picture Retake Form

Lower School Student Retake Form

ANNUAL FUND SEASON

As Principal, I’ve witnessed firsthand the incredible difference our Annual Fund makes in the lives of our students. Your generous contributions help us create memorable school events, enhance classroom libraries, equip our STEM classes, support our dedicated staff, and improve our playground facilities. Each gift is an investment in a brighter, more enriching future for every Trinity student. Together, we can continue to build an exceptional learning environment and unforgettable experiences. I invite you to join me in this vital effort and make a lasting impact today.

Prayer Requests

Our Lower School administration team meets every Friday morning to pray over our students and families. If you have a prayer request, we would love to pray for you specifically. We believe in the power of prayer and are committed to supporting our families through this dedicated time of intercession.

"Therefore encourage one another and build each other up." I Thessalonians 5:11

How to Submit a Prayer Request:

1. Fill Out the Form: Provide details about your request in the form below by clicking on the link. You can share as much or as little as you feel comfortable with.

2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

We had a great time in Chapel this week as Mrs. Moore taught our second lesson in our series titled, No Name! In last week’s lesson, the students learned about having an attitude of generosity while reading the story of The Generous Widow found in Mark Chapter 12. We talked about how being generous is all about giving the best of what we have, not just what we don’t want or what’s left over. This attitude of generosity applies to our time, our attention, and how we treat others. True generosity is giving in a way that honors God and makes others feel loved and valued.

Main Focus: It is not how much, but the attitude you have when you give.

Power Verse: “...for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7b

Online Reading Resource for 1st-3rd Grades

Student login information for Lower School's reading curriculum will be sent home soon! This resource provides families with an opportunity to review vocabulary words, grammar skills, and spelling patterns through interactive games. In addition, students can review the reading story that is read throughout the week in class. Teachers have beautifully woven a Biblical perspective within each lesson to connect and apply God's truths throughout this curriculum. As you navigate the online resource, we encourage parents to discuss those Biblical principles with their child as they will not be evident in the curriculum itself. As with any online learning, we recommend parent supervision. We feel this resource will strengthen the partnership between the classroom and home to ensure academic success for all students. When you login, select the reading book image to launch the online program.

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Friday Night Game Night Experience

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.

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.

• Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

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

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

• 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 Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

  • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!