Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 312

Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Lower School

Published July 5, 2026

Volume 312


 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

The Principal’s Piece: A Note From Mrs. Randolph

Happy July! We hope you and your family are enjoying a fun, relaxing, and memorable summer. Even though school is out, there is plenty happening behind the scenes as we prepare for a wonderful new school year. We are excited to be moving our Early Learners (preschool and kindergarten) to the main campus and have been busy getting classrooms and learning spaces ready for their arrival. Throughout the summer, our staff and teachers will continue preparing to welcome students back!  We can't wait to see all of our Lower School students and families in just a few short weeks!


Check out our SCHOOL CALENDAR

  • Friday, August 7 - Welcome to the Roar

  • Monday, August 10 - Meet the Teacher Day

  • Tuesday, August 11  - First Day of School


CLASS PLACEMENT FOR 2026/27

We are working to finalize class placement for your student. Please pray along with us as we seek God for His wisdom and guidance in determining the best placement for each student. Class placement information for the 2026-27 school year will be released soon. You will receive an email when your child’s teacher and schedule is viewable in Blackbaud.


SUPPLY LISTS FOR 26-27 SCHOOL YEAR

Each grade level has prepared a student supply list. Please bring these items to school on Meet The Teacher Day, August 10th. Student Supply Lists are available on Blackbaud but may also be accessed through the links below. If you pre-purchased your student's supplies through EPI School Supply, there's nothing else you need to bring. Your student's supply pack will be waiting in the classroom and ready for Meet the Teacher Day!


LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

Show your school spirit all year long! Lower School families have the opportunity to purchase optional grade-level spirit wear. Click the link below to browse available items and place your order. Spirit wear is completely optional but is a fun way for students to show their school pride throughout the year!


Uniform Guidelines

As you prepare for the new school year, please review our uniform requirements  to ensure your student is ready for the first day of school. Click the link below to view the complete uniform guidelines. This information can also be found in the Parent-Student Handbook for your convenience.


Early Learning Transportation Update

Please note that PickUp Patrol will no longer be used for Early Learning students. Now that our Early Learning program has returned to the main campus, bus transportation between campuses is no longer needed, and families are not required to use PickUp Patrol.

Additional information regarding daily arrival and dismissal procedures will be shared before the start of the school year.


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.

(pictured l to r) Lisa Railey, Jenn Duncan, Sherry Randolph, Leslie Cook, and Ashley Moore

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!