Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Lower School
Published September 6, 2026
Volume 321
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal
The Principal’s Piece: A Note From Mrs. Randolph
Our initial benchmark testing is complete! During last Friday’s professional development, teachers reviewed student data to identify strengths and areas for growth and to help guide individualized learning plans for this semester. As you meet with your child’s teacher for conferences, she will be able to share more specific information about your child’s progress and goals. Be on the lookout for information from your child’s teacher to sign up for a conference time.
We hope all of our Lower School families enjoy a wonderful Labor Day weekend! Take time to relax, unwind, and enjoy the extra time together. We look forward to welcoming our Lions back after the long weekend!
Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.
~Proverbs 3:5
Check out our SCHOOL CALENDAR
Sept 7 - Labor Day Holiday
Sept 11 - Third Grade In-House Field Trip
Sept 14-23 - Annual Fund Blitz
Sept 21 - Den Color Day
Sept 25 - First Responder’s Day
Sept 28-Oct 2 - Homecoming Week
Sept 30 - First Grade Field Trip to Fields of Grace
Oct 9 - Remote Learning Day
Oct 12 - Fall Break Day
We had a great time in Chapel this week as Mrs. Moore taught our second lesson in our chapel series! During this lesson, we learned that although life is full of many “trials and sorrows,” we can have peace in our hearts and minds because Jesus has “overcome the world.” When we go through a tough time, we can remember to turn to God, knowing that He is always with us and will provide us with peace and guidance.
Main Focus: No Matter What Happens, God Give Me Peace!
Power Verse: “I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” John 16:33
Lower School Spirit Wear & DEN Shirts
Show your school spirit all year long! Lower School families have the opportunity to purchase optional grade-level spirit wear, including our official Den shirts. Spirit wear is a fun way for students to show their school pride throughout the year, and Den shirts are the perfect choice for Den Days!
Click the link below to browse available items and place your order!
Welcome Lunch Visitors
We are looking forward to welcoming parents to come on campus to eat lunch with their 1st-8th grade student(s). There is a limit of 3 families per lunch period (15 slots per day). There will be no visitors on Wednesday due to HS chapel. Limitations are mainly due to parking and cafeteria space. We are also limiting each family to two lunch visits per month. Please sign up with the link below to reserve your spot for each day (one family per sign-up). If you have multiple students to visit, you will need to sign up for each lunch period separately.
The TCS Annual Fund bridges the gap between tuition and the true cost of an exceptional Trinity education. For 35 years, Trinity has kept tuition accessible; the Annual Fund makes the rest possible.
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.
ELEMENTARY CLUBS
CHESS CLUB INTEREST
Coach Rodney Lewis and Championship Chess present a systematic, fun way to build chess skills during chess instruction and supervised play. Learn more here.
Cost? - $219 for the Fall Session (Aug 27-Nov 5 - Thursdays 3-4 pm)
Chess Contact: Rodney Lewis 770-560-1071 rodneylewis33@gmail.com
School Contact: Lisa Railey, 770-251-6770 lisa.railey@tcslions.org
ELEMENTARY RUNNING CLUB
Open to Lower School Students in Grades 1, 2, and 3. For more details and how to register you student, please click the button below:
ART CLUB
ART CLUB INFORMATION
Art Club is back! Students will enjoy fun, hands-on art projects, explore new materials and techniques, express their creativity, and build friendships in a welcoming, encouraging environment. All experience levels are welcome!
Registration: Registration is open now and closes on September 1. After registration closes, I will organize Art Club groups and assign each student to a meeting day. Parents will receive an email with their child's assigned Art Club day on September 4.
Cost: $125 for the 6-week session. Payment is due at registration via Venmo @rekegatlin
Schedule: Fall Art Club will meet for a 6-week session beginning the week of September 14 and ending the week of October 26. Meeting days will be assigned after registration closes.
Mondays: Grades 1 - 2 and Thursdays: Grades 3-5.
Dismissal to Art Club: Students will be picked up from their classrooms and escorted to the art room.
Student Pick-Up: Parents/guardians should pick up at 5:30 p.m.
Questions: Please email reke.gatlin@tcslions.org
Registration Form: https://forms.gle/DZV1F9LFx8VGFyaHA
Not quite ready to register?: https://forms.gle/kkC4jpnjkLmPaLUt6
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.
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