Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Lower School
Published September 13, 2026
Volume 322
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal
The Principal’s Piece: A Note From Mrs. Randolph
Our Lower School administration team sets aside time each week to pray specifically for our students and families. We truly desire to support and walk alongside our families, not only in the classroom but through all seasons of life. If there is something you would like us to pray about, please take a moment to submit a prayer request using the form below. This prayer request section will be included in our newsletter each week so that it is always easy to find. It is truly our privilege to pray for and support our families!
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 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 8 - LS Dress Down Day: Fall Colors
Oct 9 - Remote Learning Day
Oct 12 - Fall Break Day
Oct 15 - Third Grade Field Trip to Wargo's Pumpkin Patch
Oct 19 - Fall Picture Retakes
Oct 22 - Second Grade In-House Field Trip
Oct 26 - Den Color Day
HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK THEMES
September 28th - October 2nd
Here are the top choices that were voted on by HS students. When you dress up, please make sure to follow our guidelines below.
It was another great week in chapel as Mrs. Duncan continued our "Life Lab" series, learning about the essential elements of a healthy Christian life. In last week's lesson through the story of Joshua and the battle of Jericho, students learned that as Christians, we can have confidence knowing that God has already won the ultimate victory! When we face tough times, we don't have to be discouraged or afraid of what might happen. Instead we can lift up a joy-filled SHOUT to the Lord – even before we see the victory! Because we know God goes before us, we can face life's battles with courage, faith, and joy.
Main Focus: We shout because God has won the victory!
Power Verse: "...With my whole being, body and soul, I will shout joyfully to the living God." ~Psalm 84:2
Whatchagaddaknow: "God's Won The Victory. It's Time To Shout!"
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