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

Published March 7, 2021

Volume 74

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

We had a fantastic time celebrating Read Across America Week! We will wrap up the 3rd quarter on Friday, March 12th. I cannot believe that we are already approaching our final quarter of the year!

Upcoming Dates

• Friday, March 12 - “Mask-a-versary” Day - to commemorate the 1 year anniversary of us going virtual during the 2020 school year, students are invited to wear pajamas for the day. 

• Monday, March 15 - Our students will enjoy a movie and popcorn day in the gymnasium after testing is completed.

• Tuesday, March 16 - All students will participate in Field Day with fun activities and games.

• Wednesday, March 17 - St. Patrick’s Day or “Green and Jeans” - students may wear jeans with green shirts.

Spring Pictures

Tuesday, March 23 and Wednesday, March 24

Students may wear Spring attire.

Tuesday, March 23 ~ 

5 day PreK4 classes

Kindergarten

1st grade

Wednesday, March 24 ~

PreK3 class

3 Day PreK4 class

2nd and 3rd grades

Last Week in Chapel

We completed our series Every Soul Matters to God. Our students learned that they can pray, give, and go to help spread the word that Every Soul Matters! 

Main Focus: YOU can demonstrate that Every Soul Matters. 

Power Verse: And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come. Matthew 24:14

Whatchagaddaknow: If You Matter To God, Then You Matter To Me!

Read Across America Week, March 1st-5th

We are excited to celebrate the week of March 1-5 with the following dress down days. 

• Monday: Pajama Day (I’m Not Going to Get Up Today)

• Tuesday: Crazy Sock Day (Fox in Socks)

• Wednesday: Wacky Wednesday: Wear mismatched/backwards clothes. (Wacky Wednesday)

• Thursday: College/Career Day: Wear a college shirt or dress as your favorite career choice. (Oh, The Places You Will Go)

• Friday: Crazy Hat Day: Wear your favorite/crazy hat. (The Cat in the Hat)

IOWA Standardized Testing K-3rd

Our spring testing dates will be Monday, March 15 and Tuesday, March 16. We will be testing on math and english only. Rest assured that this is a stress free testing environment. The test results will provide feedback on the strengths and weaknesses of our students and helps us target areas for curriculum improvement. I encourage you to ensure your child receives a good night’s rest and eats a healthy breakfast.

Annual Food Drive

Our Annual Food drive will take place from March 1st - April 1st. We are encouraging all students from preschool-8th grade to participate. This is a great opportunity to bless our community, while encouraging generosity in our students. Items donated will be given to Trinity Church’s food pantry and then dispersed to those in need. Items may be sent in with your student and given to their classroom/homeroom teacher. We appreciate your willingness to give!

Items needed:

Soup (bean, chicken noodle, vegetable, beef stew), applesauce, peaches, mayonnaise, pancake syrup, cereal, oatmeal, cocoa, coffee, evaporated milk, sugar, vanilla, canned meats (salmon, corned beef, tuna, chicken, etc.), canola oil, vegetable shortening, salad dressing, canned potatoes, instant potatoes, canned fruit, dried beans, peanut butter, jelly, spaghetti sauce, pasta, stew, rice, juices, ramen noodles, pudding, toilet paper, paper towels, diapers (all sizes), dish soap, sanitary napkins, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste.

Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

• Half Day Dismissal at 11am (Preschool, Kindergarten, & Students w/Pre-K siblings) & 11:30am (elementary students w/no Pre-K siblings)

Tuesday, May 25

• Half Day Dismissal at 11am (Preschool, Kindergarten, & Students w/Pre-K siblings) & 11:30am (elementary students w/no Pre-K siblings)

Wednesday, May 26

• Class Parties

• Half Day Dismissal at 11am (Preschool, Kindergarten, & Students w/Pre-K siblings) & 11:30am (elementary students w/no Pre-K siblings) 

Thursday, May 27

• End of Year Programs: There will not be school on this day. Students will only attend their scheduled programs.

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

• Summer Break

House Competition

Keep up-to-date on the competition and learn more about the House system at www.tcshouses.weebly.com.

After School Club Schedule

Drama:

Lower Elementary - Mondays 2:45 to 4 pm/4:30 pm (longer after spring break) 

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/VafCxEv1Rsr5yte18 

Monday

• Drama 1st-3rd from 2:45 to 4 pm/4:30 pm (longer after spring break) 

Wednesday

• Art Club - 1st-5th grades

• Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

• Art Club - 1st-5th grades

• Chess Club - 1st-5th grades