Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Lower School
Published January 25, 2026
Volume 294
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal
The Principal’s Piece: A Note From Mrs. Randolph
As we look ahead to the 2026–2027 school year, we are filled with gratitude and excitement for what the Lord is doing at TCS. It is a joy to see our school family continue to grow, and we eagerly anticipate all that God has in store for the coming year.
This season also marks the beginning of our continuous enrollment process. For families hoping to enroll siblings for next year, Open Enrollment for siblings begins tomorrow, Monday, January 26th. We encourage you to submit applications promptly to help ensure we have room for all of our wonderful families.
Thank you for your continued partnership and trust in TCS. We are truly excited about the year ahead.
Check out our SCHOOL CALENDAR
Jan 26: Open Enrollment For Current TCS Families (new siblings enrollment) Begins
Feb 3: First Grade In-House STEM Field Trip
Feb 6: Super Bowl Dress Down Day
Feb 9: Open Enrollment For Public Begins
Feb 13: Valentines Day Class Parties/Dress Down Day
Feb 16-20: Winter Break
Feb 24: House Color Day (1st-3rd grades)
Super Bowl Dress Down Day
On Friday, February 6th, students will have the opportunity to support their favorite team with a dress down day to celebrate Super Bowl Sunday. Students may wear jerseys, sweatshirts or t-shirts along with normal dress code pants/shorts. Only TCS hats will be allowed.
Chapel Moments
We had a wonderful time in Chapel this week as Mrs. Moore shared a lesson on trusting God. Students learned that God invites us to place our full trust in Him, knowing that He is always with us and ready to guide our steps. Through the Bible story of Peter walking on water and the message found in Proverbs 3:5–6, we discussed what it looks like to trust God with our whole hearts, even when we face challenges.
Main Focus: We must trust God with all our heart and He will guide our paths!
Power Verse: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do and he will show you which path to take." Proverbs 3:5-6
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.
Chess Club - Championship Chess, Coach Rodney Lewis - rlewis_29@gmail.com.
Dance Club - see Performing Arts section or email instructor - tara.christian@tcslions.org
Drama Club - see Performing Arts section of Pride. Performing Arts Drama Club
Running Club - Running Club Sign Up - Coach Cassie Richardson. - cassie.richardson@tcslions.org
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.
Show Your Trinity Pride! Order
Lower School Spirit Wear Here
Check out our fresh new spirit wear designs—perfect for dress-down days, events, or everyday wear. Spirit wear is completely optional, but a fun way for students and families to feel connected all year long!
Attendance & Absences
When your child is out, please send absence excuses (including doctor’s notes) to the right email:
Preschool & Kindergarten → ls.attendance@tcslions.org
1st–3rd Grade → attendance@tcslions.org
Planned absences (family trips, etc.) should be sent in your child’s folder for teacher review and approval.
Thank you for helping us keep records accurate!
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.
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