Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Lower School
Published November 3rd, 2024
Volume 240
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal
The Principal’s Piece: A Note From Mrs. Randolph
The Principal’s Piece: A Note From Mrs. Randolph
As we look towards the month of December and the end of Semester 2, we wanted to go ahead and share that we will be offering optional half-day dismissals starting on Tuesday, Dec 17 through Thursday, Dec 19. With high school and middle school exams taking place on those days, we will be offering a half-day dismissal for all Lower School students (preschool-third grade).
1st-3rd Grade Only
We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 3:00 (TCS main campus). Students who are not picked up after the second dismissal will be sent to after-school like normal.
Early Learning (PreK-kindergarten @ Go Church)
We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 2:15. Jr. Lions will only be offered at the 2:15 dismissal time. After-school will be offered as normal.
Please note that if you are planning to pick up students at both locations, we recommend picking up your early learning student (Go Church) prior to your main campus arrival.
More details will be coming in the next few weeks, but we wanted to go ahead and let you plan accordingly for the option that will serve your family best that last week of school before Christmas Break.
UPCOMING DATES
Nov 18 - House Color Day (1st - 3rd)
Nov 20 - Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes Due
Nov 22 - Preschool Thanksgiving Programs and Celebrations
Nov 22 - Kindergarten Thanksgiving Parties
Nov 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break
Dec. 19th - Lower School Christmas Extravaganza
Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes
Information for this year’s shoebox collection will be sent home on Monday, Nov 11th with all shoeboxes being due in chapel on Wednesday, Nov 20th. I encourage you to participate in this special project!
Preschool & Kindergarten: Save the Date
We are excited to announce our upcoming Thanksgiving celebrations! Join us for a day filled with joy and gratitude.
Preschool Programs:
11:00: K3 Mrs.Byrom & Ms. Wainwright
12:45: K4 Mrs.Hickman, Mrs. Calvert, & Mrs. Cooper
1:20: K4 Mrs. Spurgeon, Mrs. Farr, & Mrs. Upshaw
Our preschoolers will showcase their talents in a special program, followed by a festive class party in the gymnasium. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the Thanksgiving season together!
Kindergarten Class Party:
Kindergarten classes will host their class parties at 12:00 in their classrooms, and we invite parents to join us. Come share in the fun and festivities as we give thanks together!
We look forward to celebrating this special time of year with all of you!
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 we continued our “Famous Last Words” series as Pastor Kami taught our kids what Jesus said is the only way to heaven. There are many religions that teach that there are many ways to get to heaven. Even in the Christian church world, some children may be confused as to exactly what THE WAY to get into heaven is. Our kids learned that Jesus is THE way, THE truth, and THE life. The only way to assure your place in heaven is by putting your trust in Him - PERIOD! Kevin and Riley led us in worship and Chuck Foo helped teach our Power Verse. We left chapel excited about sharing with others how to get to heaven.
Main Focus: “Accepting Jesus is the only way to heaven.”
Power Verse: “…’I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through Me’” John 14:6
Whatchagaddaknow: “Jesus is the Only Way to Heaven!”
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:
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