Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Lower School
Published October 6, 2024
Volume 236
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal
The Principal’s Piece: A Note From Mrs. Randolph
This is a friendly reminder that our Fall Break is tomorrow, Monday, October 7th. We hope this time offers families a chance to relax and recharge, whether you’re planning a getaway or enjoying some peaceful time at home.
Please also note that the first quarter has now concluded, and report cards will be available for viewing on Blackbaud starting October 14th. Thank you for your continued support!
UPCOMING DATES
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.
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:
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.
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
Last week in Chapel we continued our "No Name" series by focusing on 1 of the 10 lepers healed by Jesus who came back to express his deep thanks as told in Luke 17. Pastor Kami emphasized how we must live a life of thankfulness and be thankful every single day. Kevin & Riley helped lead in worship and our good, old friend “Chuck Foo” helped teach the power verse: “Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim His greatness.” 1 Chronicles 16:8a
Our kids learned 3 important truths: Everything I have is a gift from God - including our friends, family, talents, shelter, and Jesus. Thankfulness starts in the heart. And I must express my thankfulness.
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.
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
(pictured l to r) Lisa Railey, Jenn Duncan, Sherry Randolph, Leslie Cook, and Ashley Moore