Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Lower School
Published May 3, 2026
Volume 308
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal
The Principal’s Piece: A Note From Mrs. Randolph
As the school year begins to wind down, we have many exciting events and important end-of-year details ahead. Please take a moment to review the information below carefully so you don’t miss any key dates, celebrations, or reminders in these final weeks of school.
If you have not already done so, please complete the Class Placement Form for 2026-2027 by tomorrow morning. Please click Class Placement Form 2026-2027 to complete the form and share insights to assist us in placing your child for the upcoming school year. The deadline to submit is Monday, May 4 at 8:30am.
We are excited to celebrate our students this week, including the K3 End-of-Year Program on May 8 and our Kindergarten “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” Celebration on May 8 as well. Awards will be presented at both events, and we look forward to honoring our students’ growth and accomplishments.
As we look ahead to the final week of school, please also review the half-day dismissal schedule provided below. .
***MAIN CAMPUS INFORMATION***
As we look towards summer break and the final week of this school year, we wanted to communicate our plan for our optional half-day dismissals. Please review the information below and let us know if you have any questions.
Optional half-day dismissal days: Wednesday, May 20 and Thursday, May 21
Required half-day dismissal day (no after school option): Friday, May 22
Check out the specific details below:
Dismissal times will be staggered once again, just like our December half-days. This helped to alleviate traffic overall and allowed us to end our dismissal time earlier. Please review the times below.
NOTE: The Main Office will close at 11:45am and will not reopen until the dismissal line ends.
12:00pm - Elementary (1st-5th) will dismiss. Only students in 1st-5th grade will be dismissed at this time. If you have a middle school student to pick up as well, please see information below.
12:30pm - Middle School (6th-8th) will dismiss. Students in 6th-8th grade along with siblings in 1st-5th grade will be dismissed at this time. If you only have Elementary students to pick up, please plan to do so prior to 12:30pm.
Note: If you attempt to go through the car line to pick up a middle school student prior to 12:30, you may be required to re-enter the car line as middle school students will not be available for pickup until after 12:30pm.
For the optional half days on Wednesday and Thursday, students may remain at school free of charge until 3:30pm. After 3:30pm, regular after school rates will apply. If you need to pick up your child after the half-day dismissal ends, you may do so by either:
1. Picking up your child via the Main Office until 3pm.
2. Picking up your child via the normal Afternoon Dismissal line between 3-3:30pm.
****GO CHURCH CAMPUS INFORMATION****
EARLY LEARNING AT GO CHURCH INFORMATION FOR May 20 and 21st: The Early Learning students at our Go Church campus will dismiss from 11:30 to 12:00pm. Due to the half day dismissal, we will not offer the Junior Lions dismissal option. Early Learning students will be transported to the main campus for the Agape program at 2:10pm.
EARLY LEARNING AT GO CHURCH INFORMATION FOR May 22nd: The Early Learning students at our Go Church campus will dismiss from 11:30 to 12:00pm. Transportation will NOT be provided to the main campus for Early Learning students.
Progress Learning Final Testing for K5-3rd Grade:
On May 5th and 12th we will be conducting our final benchmark assessment for both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. Students are encouraged to eat a healthy breakfast and arrive at school on time, as testing will begin promptly each morning. It's important to note that these assessments are designed to evaluate students' understanding of the academic concepts covered throughout this school year and to measure their academic growth as an individual student since the initial benchmark test in August. Remember, these assessments do not contribute to their academic grades.
National Day of Prayer
Coming up on Thursday, May 7th, our 1st through 3rd graders will have the opportunity to participate in our school-wide National Day of Prayer assembly. This will be a special ceremony at the stadium with a time of worship, scripture reading, and prayer. We look forward to gathering with the rest of our school community for this special time together as we lift our voices to God who rules and reigns forevermore!
Our Early Learning students will be participating within their classrooms.
EPI School Supply Kit Sale is Here!
As an optional service and convenience to our Lower School families (PreK-3 through 3rd Grade only), Trinity has partnered with EPI for our 2026-27 school supply sale!
EPI school supply packs contain all the specific items and brands our teachers require from our Supply Lists. (Personal items such as backpacks, water bottles, lunch boxes are not included. Please see Supply Lists for each class located in Blackbaud)
One-stop shopping! Avoid the stores and get all your school supply shopping done online with ready-to-order kits conveniently curated by grade level. Just click your child’s grade level and the supply list is loaded to your cart!
Supply kits are delivered before school starts and will be waiting for your student on their desk when they arrive for the first day of school!
When you buy from EPI you lock in pricing and avoid not being able to find everything on your list.
Not only is this convenient for you, but it is a fundraiser to help our school! Please note: It is optional to use this service, not a requirement.
Order Online by June 16!
Check out our SCHOOL CALENDAR
May 5: Progress Learning ELA Benchmark (K5-3rd)
May 7: National Day of Prayer
May 8: Kindergarten “Oh, The Places You’ll Go!” Graduation Celebration
May 8: K3 End of Year Celebration @11:00am
May 12: Progress Learning Math Benchmark (K5-3rd)
May 13: House Color Day (1st-3rd grades)
May 14: 3rd grade Field Trip to Junction Lanes
May 18: Kindergarten March To The Stadium and Graduation Ceremony (an evening performance)
May 18: Preschool Glow Party Day
May 18: 1st Grade Scooter Day
May 19: 1st–3rd Grade End of Year Celebrations
May 19: Kindergarten PJS & Movie Day
May 20: 3rd Grade Water Bash Day
May 21: 2nd Grade Bouncy Bash Day
May 22: Last Day of School
End of Year Events
Chapel Moments
It was an engaging and meaningful week in chapel as Mrs. Duncan wrapped up our Camp Wilderness series. In last week's lesson, through the story of Moses striking the rock in Kadesh (and with a little help from a toy grenade and bottle of Coke), students learned that anger can be a normal feeling. However, what we do with that anger makes all the difference. When we take our anger to God, we can pause, pray, and let the Holy Spirit guide our words and actions!
Power Verse: “Don't sin by letting anger control you." -Psalm 4:4a
Whatchagaddaknow: “Don't Be A Fool, Always Keep Your Cool!”
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