Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Lower School
Published August 3, 2025
Volume 272
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal
The Principal’s Piece: A Note From Mrs. Randolph
The new school year is here—and we are READY!
We can’t wait to welcome our students and families at Meet My Teacher Day (Monday, August 4th) and the Welcome to the ROAR event (Friday, August 22nd NEW DATE!). It’s going to be an incredible year filled with growth, learning, and joy!
Have you seen our new Lower School Spirit Wear?
We’ve added fresh, fun designs that are perfect for showing off Trinity pride—in style and comfort!
Spirit wear is a great (and totally optional) way for students and families to feel connected and excited for the school year. Whether it’s for dress-down days, events, or just everyday wear, there’s something for everyone.
Order Yours Today:
I’m already praying for your child as they step into this new chapter at Trinity. May this year be full of meaningful moments and leaps of growth. We truly treasure your child and count it a privilege to partner with you on their journey as a Trinity Lion!
Fall Picture Day: Monday, August 18th
Fall pictures for TCS will be taken Monday, August 18th. These pictures will be in the 2025 - 2026 yearbook.
We ask that LOWER SCHOOL STUDENTS (K5-3rd grade) wear their chapel day uniform (purple polos) for these pictures.
Your student will be bringing home the individual picture pre-order form this week. They should bring that pre-order form with payment to school on picture day to give to the photographer when they have their picture taken.
Also, pictures may be previewed before purchasing after picture day on the LifeTouch website by logging into www.mylifetouch.com, using your student's ID which can be found in Blackbaud on their profile.
Lower school grades PreK3 - 3rd grade ONLY will also have the option to buy a class picture. There is a separate order form for the class pictures that must be turned in PRIOR to picture day to purchase. This form will be coming home in the folders as well. There will be no option to buy class pictures after Picture Day.
Safe Dismissal Information (All Students)
Parents, We have partnered with the company safeDISMISSAL.COM to facilitate our dismissal process for our Early Learning campus (PreK-3 through Kinder) and our Main Campus (1st - 8th grades). One of the many wonderful features of this dismissal process is that your children will remain comfortably and safely in their classroom until the moment they meet you in the "car loading zone".
Here are a few tips to follow during our dismissal process:
Please make sure to have your ‘pick-up’ card displayed in your front window when entering the dismissal line. Please keep your card displayed until your child has been loaded into your car.
Please stay in-line (no passing) during dismissal as the children will be instructed to walk to specific spots for loading.
To reduce your wait time, please keep up with the car in front of you. Stay attentive and focused on the car line.
If your student does not arrive at the loading spot before you do, you may be instructed to move to a "waiting" area where your child will be notified again. We ask you to move to this area so that we do not hold up the remaining dismissal line.
Please note: Your child is assigned to be picked up at a particular spot according to the order of cars in line each day. Please follow the car in front of you until the line stops, regardless of where you might or might not see your child. Stopping before the line has filled will cause the sequence to be thrown off and delay the line. We will get your child to the proper spot should they have gone to the wrong place.
Finally, we ask for your patience the first couple of weeks of school as everyone gets accustomed to the process. It will get faster/better each day!
The administrators and teachers are committed to making this process beneficial to all parties. Please visit www.safeDISMISSAL.com for more information. Below are a couple of helpful resources to further explain the process.
CARLINE REMINDER: IT WILL GET BETTER
It’s the beginning of the year which means drop-off and pick-up lines will take longer than usual as everyone gets back into the routine. Please be patient these first couple of weeks as we are working hard to get your children to you as safely and as quickly as possible.
Dress Code Guidelines for K5-3rd Grades
Before the year kicks off, take a look at our Dress Code Overview to brush up on the guidelines.
2025-2026 Lower School Teaching Teams
We are ready for a wonderful year together and excited to see all that God will do in and through our students this year!
Below are our dedicated teaching teams for the 2025–26 school year:
K3: Mrs. Byrom, Ms. Wainwright
K4: Mrs. Cooper, Mrs. Farr, Mrs. Hickman, Mrs. Spurgeon, Mrs. Upshaw
K5: Mrs. Calvert, Mrs. Judy, Ms. Kuehl, Mrs. Lackey, Mrs. McAuley, Mrs. Ross
1st Grade: Mrs. Barham, Mrs. Moore, Ms. McConnell, Mrs. Rock, Ms. Sterling
2nd Grade: Mrs. Carlson, Mrs. Cottrell, Mrs. Rollins, Mrs. Russell, Mrs. Varela
3rd Grade: Mrs. Akey, Mrs. Burnett, Mrs. Gable, Mrs. Jaroszewski, Mrs. Stevens
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11
Back To School Event
Monday, August 4th – Meet My Teacher Day
This is a wonderful opportunity to meet your child’s teachers and visit the classroom. Kindergarten through third grade students may wear any variation of our school uniform on this day. Please remember to bring your school supplies. You may also drop off any medications with our school nurse. We will have a staggered visiting schedule by last name. If you have a student at both our Go Church campus and our main campus, please just choose to begin at whichever campus is most convenient for you.Here is our visiting schedule: Staggered by last name (both campuses):
9:30–11:30 AM – Last names A–L
1:30–3:30 PM – Last names M–ZTuesday, August 5th – First Day of School
The first official day of school is here! We can’t wait to launch into the year with our students.
Friday, August 22nd – Welcome to the ROAR (NEW DATE!)
We’re kicking off the school year with a block party-style event for all of our new and returning TCS families! Our students always enjoy this fun-filled night. More details soon!
Check out our SCHOOL CALENDAR.
Aug 4th: Meet My Teacher Day
Aug 5th: First Official Day of School
Aug 22nd: Welcome to the Roar (NEW DATE!)
Aug 29th: Remote Learning Day
Sept 1st: Labor Day (No School)
Administrative Update
I wanted to share a few quick updates regarding our Lower School leadership team:
Ashley Moore now holds the title of Assistant Principal. While her role remains the same, this updated title better reflects the leadership she already provides to our students, families, and teachers - particularly in the areas of day-to-day operations and student discipline.
Leslie Cook will continue in her role as Academic Dean, focusing on curriculum, instructional leadership, and supporting our students, teachers, and families with excellence in academics.
Jennifer Duncan has a new title: Director of Enrichment and Spiritual Development. In this role, she will continue to oversee our LEO program for advanced learners and will also help support spiritual development opportunities across the Lower School.
I am grateful for the dedication of these leaders and the many ways they help our school community thrive. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or any member of our administrative team—we consider it a privilege to partner with and serve our families.
IMPORTANT DISMISSAL INFORMATION FOR PREK4 AND KINDERGARTEN PARENTS/STUDENTS ONLY
Have you registered for PickUp Patrol? Have you confirmed your child’s default dismissal plan?
We employ a system called PickUp Patrol for the dismissal of K4 and Kindergarten students located at the Go Church Campus to manage dismissals. With three distinct dismissal options for our Early Learning students, this tool guarantees the safety and accurate dismissal of each child daily.
Afternoon Dismissal Options for Go Church Campus Students (Pre-K4 and Kindergarten):
Carline pickup - begins at 2:15pm
Students with Siblings at Main Campus may ride the after school shuttle to main campus to be picked up with their siblings during the 2:50pm carline
Students attending AGAPE afterschool program will ride the after school shuttle to main campus. The shuttle departs Go Church at 2:10pm.
Getting started:
REGISTER: You will receive a registration email with a link to set up your account. The web app is free to parents and you can use it from your smartphone or computer.
For easy access, follow the instructions in your registration email for how to add it to your phone’s home screen (PUP is not accessed through the app stores).
If you are already registered (had a student here last year), you can log in to PUP and set your child's default plan.
ENTER DEFAULT PLANS: Once you register, log into your PickUp Patrol account by Monday, August 4 to confirm your child’s default dismissal plan. It’s important that you complete this step so that we can accurately dismiss your children.
How it works:
Your child's regular dismissal plan is entered into the system. This is called their Default Plan. Then whenever you have a change to the Default Plan, you’ll submit it through the PUP app. When the change is submitted, the school will be notified.
PLEASE NOTE: Changes must be submitted by 12:00pm on the day of the change. You will not be able to make changes after the 12:00pm deadline.
Student Supply Lists 2025-2026
Each grade level has prepared a student supply list. Please bring these items to school on Meet My Teacher Day, August 4th. Student Supply Lists are available on Blackbaud but may also be accessed through the links below.
Many families took advantage of ordering the EPI Student Supply Kits at the end of the school year. For those who ordered, your child’s school supply kit will be on their desk on August 4th for Meet My Teacher Day. Please double check the supply lists as a few items may need to be purchased separately.
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.
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 Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)
LS Assistant Principal - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)
LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)
LS Director of Enrichment and Spiritual Development - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org)
LS Executive Coordinator - Lisa Railey (lisa.railey@tcslions.org)
(pictured l to r) Lisa Railey, Jenn Duncan, Sherry Randolph, Leslie Cook, and Ashley Moore