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Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 246

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

Published December 15, 2024

Volume 246

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

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

Can you believe we are down to our final week of school before the Christmas break?

Here are a couple of important reminders:

Christmas Spirit Week
Let’s celebrate together! Join us for Christmas Spirit Week, happening from December 16th–19th. Check out the detailed information below to make sure your child is ready for the fun!

Christmas Extravaganza
Mark your calendar for December 19th! Don’t miss the Christmas Extravaganza: A Lower School Family Holiday Experience. This special event will be a highlight of the season for our Lower School families. Visit the landing page for all the exciting details—we can’t wait to see you there!

“But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.”  Luke 2:10-11

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

UPCOMING DATES

  • Dec 16-19 - Christmas Spirit Week Dress Up Days

  • Dec 17-19 - Optional Half Day Dismissal 

  • Dec 19 -  Christmas Extravaganza: A Lower School Family Holiday Experience

  • December 20 - January 5th - Christmas Break

Christmas Spirit Week Themes for December 16th-19th

Join us in participating in Christmas Spirit Week from December 16th-19th. Please see below for each day’s theme. Students should wear regular uniforms on the days they choose not to participate. 

Monday, Dec. 16th: Rudolph Red and Grinch Green! (Wear Red/Green)

Tuesday, Dec. 17th: Ugly Sweater - Get All Sorts of Tacky!

Wednesday, Dec. 18th: Winter Wonderland - White and Blue Will Do!

Thursday, Dec. 19th: Christmas PJs!

Exciting January News: Safari Book Fair!


Our Lower School Safari Book Fair runs from January 13th–17th. This year, we’re thrilled to offer special times for both parents and grandparents to attend!

  • For your convenience, class schedules and event details are available on your child’s Blackbaud page, as well as our Book Fair Landing Page.

  • We are looking forward to this fun-filled week and hope to see you there!

OPTIONAL EARLY DISMISSAL

As we look towards next week’s dismissal process, please review the important information below as it relates to Tuesday, Dec 17, Wednesday, Dec 18 and Thursday, Dec 19. 

Main Campus (1st-3rd)

  1. 1st Dismissal will begin at 12:30pm. Please note the office will close at 12:15pm in anticipation of the heavy dismissal load during that time. 

  2. The office will reopen at the conclusion of the 12:30pm dismissal. 

  3. High schoolers will be released at 12:15pm but will not be permitted to pick their sibling up until 12:30pm. 

  4. Students needing to be picked up after the 12:30pm dismissal, but before the 3:00pm dismissal will need to be checked out from the front office. 

  5. 2nd Dismissal will begin at 3:00pm and will run no longer than 3:30pm. Students who are not picked up by 3:30pm will be sent to After School.

Early Learning (PreK-kindergarten @ Go Church)

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30pm for full day students only. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 2:15pm. Jr. Lions will only be offered at the 2:15pm dismissal time. After-school will be offered as normal.

Please note that if you are planning to pick up students at both locations, we recommend picking up your early learning student (Go Church) prior to your main campus arrival. 

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

We had a wonderful time in Chapel as we continued our series, Songs of Christmas. This week, we focused on the song Joy to the World. We reflected on how God brought joy to the world through the gift of His Son and explored the difference between happiness and joy. Despite life's challenges, we can experience true joy in the presence of Jesus. We concluded Chapel with a worship song, singing Goodness of God, where your children beautifully lifted their voices in praise.

Main Focus: Jesus brings joy - no matter the circumstances!

Power Verse: “ ....in your presence there is fullness of joy…” Psalm 16:11

Whatchagaddaknow: I will have joy - no matter what!

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 245

,

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

Published December 8, 2024

Volume 245

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

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

I want to take a moment to celebrate our students for their hard work and dedication during benchmark testing. We are so proud of their efforts!

A few important updates and reminders:

  1. Principal’s Coffee & Conversation
    Date: Thursday, December 12th
    Time: 8:15–8:45 AM (30 minutes)
    Location: Student Center at TCS Main Campus
    Join us for this special time to connect and hear updates. Please  RSVP HERE. We look forward to seeing you there!

  2. Optional Half-Day Dismissal
    December 17th–19th are optional half days. Be on the lookout for an email from your child’s teacher, which includes the Optional Half-Day Transportation Form. To assist with planning and ensure the safety of all students, please complete and return this form by this Friday, December 13th.

  3. Christmas Spirit Week
    Join us in celebrating Christmas Spirit Week from December 16th–19th. Find more detailed information listed below. 

  4. Christmas Extravaganza
    Don’t miss the Christmas Extravaganza: A Lower School Family Holiday Experience on December 19th. This special event is sure to be a highlight of the season for our Lower School families! Be sure to check out the Christmas Extravaganza landing page for exciting details.

  5. Exciting January News: Safari Book Fair!
    Our Lower School Safari Book Fair runs from January 13th–17th. This year, we’re thrilled to offer special times for both parents and grandparents to attend!

    • For your convenience, class schedules and event details are available on your child’s Blackbaud page, as well as our Book Fair Landing Page.

    • We are looking forward to this fun-filled week and hope to see you there!

Thank you for your continued support, and as always, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. 

UPCOMING DATES

  • Dec 12 - Principal’s Coffee & Conversation 

  • Dec 13 - House Color Day

  • Dec 16-19 - Christmas Spirit Week Dress Up Days

  • Dec 17-19 - Optional Half Day Dismissal 

  • Dec 19 -  Christmas Extravaganza: A Lower School Family Holiday Experience

  • December 20 - January 5th - Christmas Break

Lower School Sweet Sleigh

The Lower School Sweet Sleigh is back this Christmas season! Students will have the option of purchasing Christmas treats for $2 starting the week of December 2 through December 18 (while supplies last). These will be available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. If you would like to participate, please send in cash with your child. Looking forward to celebrating the Christmas season together!

Principal’s Coffee & Conversation

We are excited to introduce a new meeting series called “Principal’s Coffee and Conversation”! These informal gatherings are designed to provide an opportunity for us to connect, share ideas, and discuss important topics in a relaxed and friendly environment.  

Our first meeting will be a special Christmas Edition gathering! During this session, we’ll discuss benchmark testing, explore its significance, and discuss how results shape our plans moving forward. Additionally, we’ll reflect on spiritual formation, as well as preview upcoming Chapel topics for the second semester.

Date: Thursday, December 12th

Time: 8:15-8:45 (30 minutes)  

Location: Student Center at TCS Main Campus

Participation is completely optional, but we would love for you to join us! Whether you’re looking to engage more with our school community or simply want to stay informed, this is a great opportunity to connect.  We look forward to sharing a cup of coffee and meaningful conversation with you! Please RSVP HERE

OPTIONAL EARLY DISMISSAL

1st-3rd Grade Only

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 3:00 (TCS main campus). Students who are not picked up after the second dismissal will be sent to after-school like normal. 

Early Learning (PreK-kindergarten @ Go Church)

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 2:15. Jr. Lions will only be offered at the 2:15 dismissal time. After-school will be offered as normal.

Please note that if you are planning to pick up students at both locations, we recommend picking up your early learning student (Go Church) prior to your main campus arrival. 

More details will be coming in the next few weeks, but we wanted to go ahead and let you plan accordingly for the option that will serve your family best that last week of school before Christmas Break.

Looking Ahead: Christmas Spirit Week Themes for December 16th-19th 

Join us in participating in Christmas Spirit Week from December 16th-19th. Please see below for each day’s theme. Students should wear regular uniforms on the days they choose not to participate. 

Monday, Dec. 16th: Rudolph Red and Grinch Green! (Wear Red/Green)

Tuesday, Dec. 17th: Ugly Sweater - Get All Sorts of Tacky!

Wednesday, Dec. 18th: Winter Wonderland - White and Blue Will Do!

Thursday, Dec. 19th: Christmas PJs!

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

Last week we had a blast as we continued our series called “Songs of Christmas.” Pastor Kami taught about the song “Silent Night” and emphasized that the line “sleep in heavenly peace” is for all of us. We can sleep in peace no matter what is happening in our lives and in our families because Jesus is the Prince of Peace. He sees us and knows what we need. He is Emmanuel - God with us!

Whatchagaddaknow: “I can sleep in heavenly peace!”

Bible Verse: “Glory to God in highest heaven, and peace on earth to those with whom God is pleased.” Luke 2:14

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 244

,

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

Published December 1, 2024

Volume 244

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

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

We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving break! We are excited to welcome our students back to school and dive into the holiday season together.

This week, we will be conducting benchmark testing for K-3rd graders. Please see the details in the section below to ensure your child is prepared.

Additionally, we encourage you to check out the important sections below, which include:

  • Dress-Up Days for December

  • Optional Half-Day Dismissals

  • Christmas Extravaganza: A Lower School Family Holiday Experience

UPCOMING DATES

  • Dec 3 - Kindergarten Progress Learning Testing (ELA)

  • Dec 5 -  Kindergarten Progress Learning Testing (Math)/Progress Learning ELA Testing (1st-3rd)

  • Dec 6 - Progress Learning Testing Math (1st-3rd)

  • Dec 12 - Principal’s Coffee & Conversation 

  • Dec 13 - House Color Day

  • Dec 16-19 - Christmas Spirit Week Dress Up Days

  • Dec 17-19 - Optional Half Day Dismissal 

  • Dec 19 -  Christmas Extravaganza: A Lower School Family Holiday Experience

  • December 20 - January 5th - Christmas Break

Progress Learning Mid-Year Testing: 

On December 5th and 6th, we will be conducting our mid-year benchmark assessment for both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. It's important to note that these assessments are designed to evaluate students' understanding of the academic concepts covered so far this school year and to measure their academic growth as an individual student since the initial benchmark test. Remember, these assessments do not contribute to their academic grades. 

Students are encouraged to eat a healthy breakfast and arrive at school on time, as testing will begin promptly each morning.

Please note that kindergarten students will complete their testing on December 3rd and 5th.

Lower School Sweet Sleigh

The Lower School Sweet Sleigh is back this Christmas season! Students will have the option of purchasing Christmas treats for $2 starting the week of December 2 through December 18 (while supplies last). These will be available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. If you would like to participate, please send in cash with your child. Looking forward to celebrating the Christmas season together!

SAGE Update for 1st-3rd Grades

We wanted to inform you about a temporary adjustment to our lunch service for students in 1st through 3rd grade. Starting this week, the soup station will be unavailable for a few weeks while SAGE explores alternative options for this offering.

This decision was made because we’ve observed that the soup station can be challenging for our younger students to navigate, especially when pouring. To ensure lunchtime remains a safe and enjoyable experience, we are working with SAGE to assess and improve this setup.

Rest assured, there will still be plenty of delicious and nutritious options available for your child during this time.

Thank you for your understanding as we work to enhance the dining experience for our students.

Principal’s Coffee & Conversation

We are excited to introduce a new meeting series called “Principal’s Coffee and Conversation”! These informal gatherings are designed to provide an opportunity for us to connect, share ideas, and discuss important topics in a relaxed and friendly environment.  

Our first meeting will be a special Christmas Edition gathering! During this session, we’ll discuss benchmark testing, explore its significance, and discuss how results shape our plans moving forward. Additionally, we’ll reflect on spiritual formation, as well as preview upcoming Chapel topics for the second semester.

Date: Thursday, December 12th

Time: 8:15-8:45 (30 minutes)  

Location: Student Center at TCS Main Campus

Participation is completely optional, but we would love for you to join us! Whether you’re looking to engage more with our school community or simply want to stay informed, this is a great opportunity to connect.  We look forward to sharing a cup of coffee and meaningful conversation with you! Please RSVP HERE

OPTIONAL EARLY DISMISSAL

1st-3rd Grade Only

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 3:00 (TCS main campus). Students who are not picked up after the second dismissal will be sent to after-school like normal. 

Early Learning (PreK-kindergarten @ Go Church)

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 2:15. Jr. Lions will only be offered at the 2:15 dismissal time. After-school will be offered as normal.

Please note that if you are planning to pick up students at both locations, we recommend picking up your early learning student (Go Church) prior to your main campus arrival. 

More details will be coming in the next few weeks, but we wanted to go ahead and let you plan accordingly for the option that will serve your family best that last week of school before Christmas Break.

Looking Ahead: Christmas Spirit Week Themes for December 16th-19th 

Join us in participating in Christmas Spirit Week from December 16th-19th. Please see below for each day’s theme. Students should wear regular uniforms on the days they choose not to participate. 

Monday, Dec. 16th: Rudolph Red and Grinch Green! (Wear Red/Green)

Tuesday, Dec. 17th: Ugly Sweater - Get All Sorts of Tacky!

Wednesday, Dec. 18th: Winter Wonderland - White and Blue Will Do!

Thursday, Dec. 19th: Christmas PJs!

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

It was another great week in chapel as Mrs. Duncan kicked off our Christmas series called "Songs of Christmas". Although there are hundreds of songs written specifically for the Christmas season, those that share the love and joy of Jesus are the truly special ones! Last week's song focus was "Go Tell It On The Mountain". What a great week to collect and pray over our Operation Christmas Child boxes! Students realized that blessing others through sharing Christmas boxes with those in need is the perfect way to tell others that Jesus Christ is our Savior! 

Main Focus:  "We must tell others about our Savior!"

Power Verse: "...'Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone.'" -Mark 16:15

Whatchagaddaknow: "I Will Tell The World About Jesus!"

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 243

,

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

Published November 24th, 2024

Volume 243

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

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

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for each of you. This season reminds us to pause and reflect on the many blessings in our lives, including our wonderful school family. I hope your Thanksgiving is filled with joy, love, and meaningful moments shared with family and friends.


"Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever." – Psalm 107:1

UPCOMING DATES

  • Nov 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break

  • Dec 12 - Principal’s Coffee & Conversation 

  • Dec 19 -  Christmas Extravaganza: A Lower School Family Holiday Experience

Progress Learning Mid-Year Testing: 

On December 5th and 6th, we will be conducting our mid-year benchmark assessment for both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics. It's important to note that these assessments are designed to evaluate students' understanding of the academic concepts covered so far this school year and to measure their academic growth as an individual student since the initial benchmark test. Remember, these assessments do not contribute to their academic grades. 

Students are encouraged to eat a healthy breakfast and arrive at school on time, as testing will begin promptly each morning.

Please note that kindergarten students will complete their testing on December 3rd and 5th.

Lower School Sweet Sleigh

The Lower School Sweet Sleigh is back this Christmas season! Students will have the option of purchasing Christmas treats for $2 starting the week of December 2 through December 18 (while supplies last). These will be available Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. If you would like to participate, please send in cash with your child. Looking forward to celebrating the Christmas season together!

SAGE Update for 1st-3rd Grades

We wanted to inform you about a temporary adjustment to our lunch service for students in 1st through 3rd grade. Starting this week, the soup station will be unavailable for a few weeks while SAGE explores alternative options for this offering.

This decision was made because we’ve observed that the soup station can be challenging for our younger students to navigate, especially when pouring. To ensure lunchtime remains a safe and enjoyable experience, we are working with SAGE to assess and improve this setup.

Rest assured, there will still be plenty of delicious and nutritious options available for your child during this time.

Thank you for your understanding as we work to enhance the dining experience for our students.

Principal’s Coffee & Conversation

We are excited to introduce a new meeting series called “Principal’s Coffee and Conversation”! These informal gatherings are designed to provide an opportunity for us to connect, share ideas, and discuss important topics in a relaxed and friendly environment.  

Our first meeting will be a special Christmas Edition gathering! During this session, we’ll discuss benchmark testing, explore its significance, and discuss how results shape our plans moving forward. Additionally, we’ll reflect on spiritual formation, as well as preview upcoming Chapel topics for the second semester.

Date: Thursday, December 12th

Time: 8:15-8:45 (30 minutes)  

Location: Student Center at TCS Main Campus

Participation is completely optional, but we would love for you to join us! Whether you’re looking to engage more with our school community or simply want to stay informed, this is a great opportunity to connect.  We look forward to sharing a cup of coffee and meaningful conversation with you! Please RSVP HERE

OPTIONAL EARLY DISMISSAL

1st-3rd Grade Only

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 3:00 (TCS main campus). Students who are not picked up after the second dismissal will be sent to after-school like normal. 

Early Learning (PreK-kindergarten @ Go Church)

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 2:15. Jr. Lions will only be offered at the 2:15 dismissal time. After-school will be offered as normal.

Please note that if you are planning to pick up students at both locations, we recommend picking up your early learning student (Go Church) prior to your main campus arrival. 

More details will be coming in the next few weeks, but we wanted to go ahead and let you plan accordingly for the option that will serve your family best that last week of school before Christmas Break.

Looking Ahead: Christmas Spirit Week Themes for December 16th-19th 

Join us in participating in Christmas Spirit Week from December 16th-19th. Please see below for each day’s theme. Students should wear regular uniforms on the days they choose not to participate. 

Monday, Dec. 16th: Rudolph Red and Grinch Green! (Wear Red/Green)

Tuesday, Dec. 17th: Ugly Sweater - Get All Sorts of Tacky!

Wednesday, Dec. 18th: Winter Wonderland - White and Blue Will Do!

Thursday, Dec. 19th: Christmas PJs!

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

It was another great week in chapel as Mrs. Duncan kicked off our Christmas series called "Songs of Christmas". Although there are hundreds of songs written specifically for the Christmas season, those that share the love and joy of Jesus are the truly special ones! Last week's song focus was "Go Tell It On The Mountain". What a great week to collect and pray over our Operation Christmas Child boxes! Students realized that blessing others through sharing Christmas boxes with those in need is the perfect way to tell others that Jesus Christ is our Savior! 

Main Focus:  "We must tell others about our Savior!"

Power Verse: "...'Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone.'" -Mark 16:15

Whatchagaddaknow: "I Will Tell The World About Jesus!"

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 242

,

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

Published November 17th, 2024

Volume 242

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

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

As Thanksgiving approaches, we are reminded of God’s abundant goodness and the many blessings He has poured into our lives. This season offers a wonderful opportunity to reflect on His faithfulness. Here are a few important reminders for this week:

Operation Christmas Child shoe boxes are due this Wednesday, November 20th! Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children around the world this Christmas season. Thank you for your generosity and support!

Our preschoolers will showcase their talents in a special program, followed by a festive class party in the gymnasium on Friday, November 22nd.

Preschool Program Times

11:00: K3 Mrs.Byrom & Ms. Wainwright

12:45: K4 Mrs.Hickman, Mrs. Calvert, & Mrs. Cooper

1:20: K4 Mrs. Spurgeon, Mrs. Farr, & Mrs. Upshaw

Kindergarten Class Parties
Kindergarten classes will host their class parties at 12:00 in their classrooms, and we invite parents to join us. Come share in the fun and festivities as we give thanks together!

We look forward to celebrating this special time of year with all of you!

UPCOMING DATES

  • Nov 18 - House Color Day (1st - 3rd)

  • Nov 20 - Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes Due 

  • Nov 22 - Preschool Thanksgiving Programs and Celebrations

  • Nov 22 - Kindergarten Thanksgiving Parties

  • Nov 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break

  • Dec. 12th - Principal’s Coffee & Conversation

  • Dec. 19th - Christmas Extravaganza: A Lower School Family Holiday Experience 

Principal’s Coffee & Conversation

We are excited to introduce a new meeting series called “Principal’s Coffee and Conversation”! These informal gatherings are designed to provide an opportunity for us to connect, share ideas, and discuss important topics in a relaxed and friendly environment.  

Our first meeting will be a special Christmas Edition gathering! During this session, we’ll discuss benchmark testing, explore its significance, and discuss how results shape our plans moving forward. Additionally, we’ll reflect on spiritual formation, as well as preview upcoming Chapel topics for the second semester.

Date: Thursday, December 12th

Time: 8:15-8:45 (30 minutes)  

Location: Student Center at TCS Main Campus

Participation is completely optional, but we would love for you to join us! Whether you’re looking to engage more with our school community or simply want to stay informed, this is a great opportunity to connect.  We look forward to sharing a cup of coffee and meaningful conversation with you! Please RSVP HERE

OPTIONAL EARLY DISMISSAL

1st-3rd Grade Only

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 3:00 (TCS main campus). Students who are not picked up after the second dismissal will be sent to after-school like normal. 

Early Learning (PreK-kindergarten @ Go Church)

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 2:15. Jr. Lions will only be offered at the 2:15 dismissal time. After-school will be offered as normal.

Please note that if you are planning to pick up students at both locations, we recommend picking up your early learning student (Go Church) prior to your main campus arrival. 

More details will be coming in the next few weeks, but we wanted to go ahead and let you plan accordingly for the option that will serve your family best that last week of school before Christmas Break.

Looking Ahead: Christmas Spirit Week Themes for December 16th-19th 

Join us in participating in Christmas Spirit Week from December 16th-19th. Please see below for each day’s theme. Students should wear regular uniforms on the days they choose not to participate. 

Monday, Dec. 16th: Rudolph Red and Grinch Green! (Wear Red/Green)

Tuesday, Dec. 17th: Ugly Sweater - Get All Sorts of Tacky!

Wednesday, Dec. 18th: Winter Wonderland - White and Blue Will Do!

Thursday, Dec. 19th: Christmas PJs!

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

We had a great time in Chapel this week as Mrs. Moore taught our lesson about the importance of prayer! In last week’s lesson, the students learned from Jesus' example in the Garden of Gethsemane that if we pray, God will give us strength to make it through difficult times. 

Main Focus: “When you face difficulty, pray to God for strength!”

Power Verse: “Keep watch and pray, so that you will not give in to temptation...” Mark 14:38

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 241

,

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

Published November 10th, 2024

Volume 241

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

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

Information for this year’s Operation Christmas Child shoebox collection will be sent home tomorrow on Monday, November 11th. Please remember to bring filled shoeboxes on Wednesday, November 20th. We encourage everyone to participate in this meaningful project!

1st-3rd Grade Only

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 3:00 (TCS main campus). Students who are not picked up after the second dismissal will be sent to after-school like normal. 

Early Learning (PreK-kindergarten @ Go Church)

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 2:15. Jr. Lions will only be offered at the 2:15 dismissal time. After-school will be offered as normal.

Please note that if you are planning to pick up students at both locations, we recommend picking up your early learning student (Go Church) prior to your main campus arrival. 

More details will be coming in the next few weeks, but we wanted to go ahead and let you plan accordingly for the option that will serve your family best that last week of school before Christmas Break.

UPCOMING DATES

  • Nov 18 - House Color Day (1st - 3rd)

  • Nov 20 - Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes Due 

  • Nov 22 - Preschool Thanksgiving Programs and Celebrations

  • Nov 22 - Kindergarten Thanksgiving Parties

  • Nov 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break

  • Dec. 19th - Lower School Christmas Extravaganza 

Preschool & Kindergarten: Save the Date

We are excited to announce our upcoming Thanksgiving celebrations! Join us for a day filled with joy and gratitude.

Preschool Programs:

11:00: K3 Mrs.Byrom & Ms. Wainwright

12:45: K4 Mrs.Hickman, Mrs. Calvert, & Mrs. Cooper

1:20: K4 Mrs. Spurgeon, Mrs. Farr, & Mrs. Upshaw

Our preschoolers will showcase their talents in a special program, followed by a festive class party in the gymnasium. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the Thanksgiving season together!

Kindergarten Class Party:
Kindergarten classes will host their class parties at 12:00 in their classrooms, and we invite parents to join us. Come share in the fun and festivities as we give thanks together!

We look forward to celebrating this special time of year with all of you!

Looking Ahead: Christmas Spirit Week Themes for December 16th-19th 

Join us in participating in Christmas Spirit Week from December 16th-19th. Please see below for each day’s theme. Students should wear regular uniforms on the days they choose not to participate. 

Monday, Dec. 16th: Rudolph Red and Grinch Green! (Wear Red/Green)

Tuesday, Dec. 17th: Ugly Sweater - Get All Sorts of Tacky!

Wednesday, Dec. 18th: Winter Wonderland - White and Blue Will Do!

Thursday, Dec. 19th: Christmas PJs!

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

Mrs. Randolph continued our series titled, “Famous Last Words”. We studied the final words of Jesus to his disciples at the Last Supper. This life is full of hard times, but we do not need to worry as Jesus will give us peace. He is always with us!

Main Focus: When things are going wrong, Jesus gives me peace. 

Power Verse: “...Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” John 16:33

Whatchagaddaknow: No Matter What Happens - Jesus Gives Me Peace

Youth Soccer/ Flag Football Camp!


Friday, November 15th

3:00 - 5:00pm

TCS Stadium   
Kindergarten - 8th Grade
$45
Pay to Venmo:  @TCSSoccerCamp  as soon as possible to hold your spot & plan for coaches

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 240

,

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

Published November 3rd, 2024

Volume 240

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

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

As we look towards the month of December and the end of Semester 2, we wanted to go ahead and share that we will be offering optional half-day dismissals starting on Tuesday, Dec 17 through Thursday, Dec 19. With high school and middle school exams taking place on those days, we will be offering a half-day dismissal for all Lower School students (preschool-third grade).

1st-3rd Grade Only

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 3:00 (TCS main campus). Students who are not picked up after the second dismissal will be sent to after-school like normal. 

Early Learning (PreK-kindergarten @ Go Church)

We will be offering a half-day dismissal at 12:30. Students may remain at school if you choose as we will plan to run a second dismissal at 2:15. Jr. Lions will only be offered at the 2:15 dismissal time. After-school will be offered as normal.

Please note that if you are planning to pick up students at both locations, we recommend picking up your early learning student (Go Church) prior to your main campus arrival. 

More details will be coming in the next few weeks, but we wanted to go ahead and let you plan accordingly for the option that will serve your family best that last week of school before Christmas Break.

UPCOMING DATES

  • Nov 18 - House Color Day (1st - 3rd)

  • Nov 20 - Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes Due 

  • Nov 22 - Preschool Thanksgiving Programs and Celebrations

  • Nov 22 - Kindergarten Thanksgiving Parties

  • Nov 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break

  • Dec. 19th - Lower School Christmas Extravaganza 

Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes

Information for this year’s shoebox collection will be sent home on Monday, Nov 11th with all shoeboxes being due in chapel on Wednesday, Nov 20th. I encourage you to participate in this special project!

Preschool & Kindergarten: Save the Date

We are excited to announce our upcoming Thanksgiving celebrations! Join us for a day filled with joy and gratitude.

Preschool Programs:

11:00: K3 Mrs.Byrom & Ms. Wainwright

12:45: K4 Mrs.Hickman, Mrs. Calvert, & Mrs. Cooper

1:20: K4 Mrs. Spurgeon, Mrs. Farr, & Mrs. Upshaw

Our preschoolers will showcase their talents in a special program, followed by a festive class party in the gymnasium. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the Thanksgiving season together!

Kindergarten Class Party:
Kindergarten classes will host their class parties at 12:00 in their classrooms, and we invite parents to join us. Come share in the fun and festivities as we give thanks together!

We look forward to celebrating this special time of year with all of you!

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

Last week we continued our “Famous Last Words” series as Pastor Kami taught our kids what Jesus said is the only way to heaven. There are many religions that teach that there are many ways to get to heaven. Even in the Christian church world, some children may be confused as to exactly what THE WAY to get into heaven is. Our kids learned that Jesus is THE way, THE truth, and THE life. The only way to assure your place in heaven is by putting your trust in Him - PERIOD! Kevin and Riley led us in worship and Chuck Foo helped teach our Power Verse. We left chapel excited about sharing with others how to get to heaven.

Main Focus: “Accepting Jesus is the only way to heaven.”

Power Verse: “…’I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through Me’” John 14:6

Whatchagaddaknow: “Jesus is the Only Way to Heaven!”

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 239

,

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

Published October 27, 2024

Volume 239

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

November often reminds us to give thanks for the many blessings the Lord has provided while seeking ways to bless others. This month, we will be collecting Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes—a wonderful opportunity to share the love of Christ with others. Information for this year’s shoebox collection will be sent home on Monday, Nov 11th with all shoeboxes being due in chapel on Wednesday, Nov 20th. Please see the details below.

UPCOMING DATES

  • Oct 31 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd

  • Nov 20 - Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes Due 

  • Nov 22 - Preschool Thanksgiving Programs and Celebrations

  • Nov 22 - Kindergarten Thanksgiving Parties

  • Nov 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break

Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes

Information for this year’s shoebox collection will be sent home on Monday, Nov 11th with all shoeboxes being due in chapel on Wednesday, Nov 20th. I encourage you to participate in this special project!

Preschool & Kindergarten: Save the Date

We are excited to announce our upcoming Thanksgiving celebrations! Join us for a day filled with joy and gratitude.

Preschool Programs:

11:00: K3 Mrs.Byrom & Ms. Wainwright

12:45: K4 Mrs.Hickman, Mrs. Calvert, & Mrs. Cooper

1:20: K4 Mrs. Spurgeon, Mrs. Farr, & Mrs. Upshaw

Our preschoolers will showcase their talents in a special program, followed by a festive class party in the gymnasium. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the Thanksgiving season together!

Kindergarten Class Party:
Kindergarten classes will host their class parties at 12:00 in their classrooms, and we invite parents to join us. Come share in the fun and festivities as we give thanks together!

We look forward to celebrating this special time of year with all of you!

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

It was another great week in chapel as Mrs. Duncan kicked off our new series called "Famous Last Words"! In last week's lesson, students learned from Jesus' example that serving others is the only way to become "the greatest" in the kingdom of God. Leaders naturally love to be the most powerful player and blaze the trail for everyone to follow. This starts with putting others first through serving! 

Main Focus:  "If you want to be a leader, you must learn to serve others."

Power Verse: "...Those who are the greatest among you should take the lowest rank, and the leader should be like a servant." -Luke 22:26

Whatchagaddaknow: "I Will Put Others First And Think Of Me Last!"

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Friday Night Game Night Experience 11/1//24

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 238

,

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

Published October 20, 2024

Volume 238

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

I hope this message finds you well. As we move through the school year, I want to take a moment to thank you for being part of our Trinity family. Your support and involvement mean so much to us.  I hope everyone has had the opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher during a parent teacher conference.  It’s a wonderful time to discuss your child’s progress, celebrate achievements, and set goals together. I encourage you to sign up for a conference, if you have not already done so.

UPCOMING DATES

  • Oct 23 - National Crocs Day (students may wear crocs with normal school uniform)

  • Oct 24 - Second Grade In-House STEM Field Trip

  • Oct 25 - K5 Field Trip to Iron P Homestead

  • Oct 31 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd

National Crocs Day

All students are invited to wear their Crocs on Wednesday, October 23 to celebrate “National Croc Day”. Students should dress in normal chapel uniform attire along with their Crocs.

Preschool & Kindergarten: Save the Date

We are excited to announce our upcoming Thanksgiving celebrations! Join us for a day filled with joy and gratitude.

Preschool Programs:

11:00: K3 Mrs.Byrom & Ms. Wainwright

12:45: K4 Mrs.Hickman, Mrs. Calvert, & Mrs. Cooper

1:20: K4 Mrs. Spurgeon, Mrs. Farr, & Mrs. Upshaw

Our preschoolers will showcase their talents in a special program, followed by a festive class party in the gymnasium. It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate the Thanksgiving season together!

Kindergarten Class Party:
Kindergarten classes will host their class parties at 12:00 in their classrooms, and we invite parents to join us. Come share in the fun and festivities as we give thanks together!

We look forward to celebrating this special time of year with all of you!

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

We had a great time in Chapel this week as Mrs. Moore taught our last lesson in our series titled, No Name! In last week’s lesson, we talked about how God can give us the courage and wisdom to speak up for what is right, even when it is hard to do. As we studied the story of Naaman being healed from leprosy (2 Kings Chapter 5), we learned that when we share God's truth with others, it has the power to change someone's life.

Power Verse: “Speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ.” Ephesians 4:15

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Friday Night Game Night Experience 11/1//24

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 237

,

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

Published October 13, 2024

Volume 237

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

I pray everyone is enjoying a great school year! We are always here to help and willing to answer any questions you might have. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to any member of our Lower School administration team. 

Just a reminder that picture retakes will be tomorrow,  Monday, October 14.

UPCOMING DATES

  • Oct 14 - Picture Retake Day

  • Oct 14 - Report Cards Viewable on Blackbaud

  • Oct 23 - National Crocs Day (students may wear crocs with normal school uniform)

  • Oct 24 - Second Grade In-House STEM Field Trip

  • Oct 25 - K5 Field Trip to Iron P Homestead

  • Oct 31 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd

National Crocs Day

All students are invited to wear their Crocs on Wednesday, October 23 to celebrate “National Croc Day”. Students should dress in normal chapel uniform attire along with their Crocs.

Yearbook Picture Retakes

Monday, October 14th

Picture retakes will be on Monday, October 14.  If you would like for your child to have their picture retaken, please complete the appropriate form below.  A form needs to be completed for each child who needs a retake.  Forms must be submitted by October 9.

Early Learning at Go Church Picture Retake Form

Lower School Student Retake Form

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

Our preschool and kindergarten students enjoyed this week’s Chapel lesson. They did such a great job participating in praise and worship! Mrs. Randolph continued our “No Name” series with a lesson on Lot’s wife. Our students were reminded to always keep our eyes on Jesus.  

Our 1st-3rd grade students were able to watch select scenes from the High School One Act play “The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe”. After each scene, Mrs. Perez would explain to the students the spiritual meaning behind each scene.  They truly enjoyed this performance.

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Friday Night Game Night Experience

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 236

,

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

Published October 6, 2024

Volume 236

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

This is a friendly reminder that our Fall Break is tomorrow, Monday, October 7th. We hope this time offers families a chance to relax and recharge, whether you’re planning a getaway or enjoying some peaceful time at home.

Please also note that the first quarter has now concluded, and report cards will be available for viewing on Blackbaud starting October 14th. Thank you for your continued support!

UPCOMING DATES

  • Oct 7 - Fall Break

  • Oct 10 -  3rd Grade Field Trip to Wargo's Pumpkin Patch

  • Oct 14 - Picture Retake Day

  • Oct 14 - Report Cards Viewable on Blackbaud

  • Oct 23 - National Crocs Day (students may wear crocs with normal school uniform)

  • Oct 24 - Second Grade In-House STEM Field Trip

  • Oct 25 - K5 Field Trip to Iron P Homestead

  • Oct 31 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd

Yearbook Picture Retakes

Monday, October 14th

Picture retakes will be on Monday, October 14.  If you would like for your child to have their picture retaken, please complete the appropriate form below.  A form needs to be completed for each child who needs a retake.  Forms must be submitted by October 9.

Early Learning at Go Church Picture Retake Form

Lower School Student Retake Form

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

Last week in Chapel we continued our "No Name" series by focusing on 1 of the 10 lepers healed by Jesus who came back to express his deep thanks as told in Luke 17. Pastor Kami emphasized how we must live a life of thankfulness and be thankful every single day. Kevin & Riley helped lead in worship and our good, old friend “Chuck Foo” helped teach the power verse: “Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim His greatness.” 1 Chronicles 16:8a 

Our kids learned 3 important truths: Everything I have is a gift from God - including our friends, family, talents, shelter, and Jesus. Thankfulness starts in the heart. And I must express my thankfulness.

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Friday Night Game Night Experience

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 235

,

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

Published September 29, 2024

Volume 235

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

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

I hope this message finds you safe and well after the recent storm. I trust you were able to enjoy the long weekend with your loved ones.

As we approach the end of the quarter, I want to remind everyone that Friday, October 4th will be a Remote Learning Day for our students. A learning packet will be sent home, and it will be due when we return on Tuesday, October 8th.

Additionally, I’d like to remind you that our Fall Break is on Monday, October 7th. We hope this time off will allow families to relax and recharge.

Thank you for your continued support, and let’s finish this quarter strong!

UPCOMING DATES

  • Sept 30 - PreK4 Field Trip to Wargo's Pumpkin Patch

  • Oct 3 - 1st Grade Field Trip to Southern Belle Farms

  • Oct  4 - Remote Learning Day & End of Q1

  • Oct 7 - Fall Break

  • Oct 10 -  3rd Grade Field Trip to Wargo's Pumpkin Patch

  • Oct 14 - Picture Retake Day

  • Oct 14 - Report Cards Viewable on Blackbaud

  • Oct 23 - National Crocs Day (students may wear crocs with normal school uniform)

  • Oct 24 - Second Grade In-House STEM Field Trip

  • Oct 25 - K5 Field Trip to Iron P Homestead

  • Oct 31 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd

Yearbook Picture Retakes

Monday, October 14th

Picture retakes will be on Monday, October 14.  If you would like for your child to have their picture retaken, please complete the appropriate form below.  A form needs to be completed for each child who needs a retake.  Forms must be submitted by October 9.

Early Learning at Go Church Picture Retake Form

Lower School Student Retake Form

ANNUAL FUND SEASON

As Principal, I’ve witnessed firsthand the incredible difference our Annual Fund makes in the lives of our students. Your generous contributions help us create memorable school events, enhance classroom libraries, equip our STEM classes, support our dedicated staff, and improve our playground facilities. Each gift is an investment in a brighter, more enriching future for every Trinity student. Together, we can continue to build an exceptional learning environment and unforgettable experiences. I invite you to join me in this vital effort and make a lasting impact today.

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

It was another great week in Chapel as Mrs. Duncan continued our "No Name" series! In last week's lesson, the students learned that God does not ask us to outperform, outgive, or outdo our friends and neighbors. God asks us to be faithful with what He has given us. No matter how "little" our lives may be, if we give God what we have, He will use us to accomplish big things for Him!

Main Focus:  If we offer our "little" to God, He will make it "much."

Power Verse: "All must give as they are able, according to the blessing given to them by the Lord your God." Deuteronomy 16:17

Whatchagaddaknow: "If I Give God A Little, He Will Make It Much!"

Online Reading Resource for 1st-3rd Grades

Student login information for Lower School's reading curriculum will be sent home soon! This resource provides families with an opportunity to review vocabulary words, grammar skills, and spelling patterns through interactive games. In addition, students can review the reading story that is read throughout the week in class. Teachers have beautifully woven a Biblical perspective within each lesson to connect and apply God's truths throughout this curriculum. As you navigate the online resource, we encourage parents to discuss those Biblical principles with their child as they will not be evident in the curriculum itself. As with any online learning, we recommend parent supervision. We feel this resource will strengthen the partnership between the classroom and home to ensure academic success for all students. When you login, select the reading book image to launch the online program.

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Friday Night Game Night Experience

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 234

,

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

Published September 22, 2024

Volume 234

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

As we enter our 8th week of school and approach the end of Quarter 1, please remember that you can always refer to Blackbaud to stay informed about your child’s classroom performance. On Blackbaud, you can find classroom announcements, upcoming events, weekly academic focuses, grades, and attendance. Please refer to the “Staying Informed and Up-to-date with Classroom Happenings” section that can always be found in this newsletter.

UPCOMING DATES

  • Sept 24 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd Grades

  • Sept 30 - PreK4 Field Trip to Wargo's Pumpkin Patch

  • Oct 3 - 1st Grade Field Trip to Southern Belle Farms

  • Oct  4 - Remote Learning Day & End of Q1

  • Oct 7 - Fall Break

  • Oct 10 -  3rd Grade Field Trip to Wargo's Pumpkin Patch

  • Oct 14 - Picture Retake Day

  • Oct 14 - Report Cards Viewable on Blackbaud

  • Oct 23 - National Crocs Day (students may wear crocs with normal school uniform)

  • Oct 24 - Second Grade In-House STEM Field Trip

  • Oct 25 - K5 Field Trip to Iron P Homestead

  • Oct 31 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd

Yearbook Picture Retakes

Monday, October 14th

Picture retakes will be on Monday, October 14.  If you would like for your child to have their picture retaken, please complete the appropriate form below.  A form needs to be completed for each child who needs a retake.  Forms must be submitted by October 9.

Early Learning at Go Church Picture Retake Form

Lower School Student Retake Form

ANNUAL FUND SEASON

As Principal, I’ve witnessed firsthand the incredible difference our Annual Fund makes in the lives of our students. Your generous contributions help us create memorable school events, enhance classroom libraries, equip our STEM classes, support our dedicated staff, and improve our playground facilities. Each gift is an investment in a brighter, more enriching future for every Trinity student. Together, we can continue to build an exceptional learning environment and unforgettable experiences. I invite you to join me in this vital effort and make a lasting impact today.

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

We had a great time in Chapel this week as Mrs. Moore taught our second lesson in our series titled, No Name! In last week’s lesson, the students learned about having an attitude of generosity while reading the story of The Generous Widow found in Mark Chapter 12. We talked about how being generous is all about giving the best of what we have, not just what we don’t want or what’s left over. This attitude of generosity applies to our time, our attention, and how we treat others. True generosity is giving in a way that honors God and makes others feel loved and valued.

Main Focus: It is not how much, but the attitude you have when you give.

Power Verse: “...for God loves a cheerful giver.” 2 Corinthians 9:7b

Online Reading Resource for 1st-3rd Grades

Student login information for Lower School's reading curriculum will be sent home soon! This resource provides families with an opportunity to review vocabulary words, grammar skills, and spelling patterns through interactive games. In addition, students can review the reading story that is read throughout the week in class. Teachers have beautifully woven a Biblical perspective within each lesson to connect and apply God's truths throughout this curriculum. As you navigate the online resource, we encourage parents to discuss those Biblical principles with their child as they will not be evident in the curriculum itself. As with any online learning, we recommend parent supervision. We feel this resource will strengthen the partnership between the classroom and home to ensure academic success for all students. When you login, select the reading book image to launch the online program.

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Friday Night Game Night Experience

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 233

,

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

Published September 15, 2024

Volume 233

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

What an incredible Homecoming Week we’ve had! It was fantastic to see our students fully engage in the week with such creativity and enthusiasm. The variety and imagination displayed in their costumes were nothing short of fantastic, and it made the week even more memorable. Thank you for your continued support and for making Homecoming Week so special.

UPCOMING DATES

  • Sept 24 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd Grades

  • Sept 30 - PreK4 Field Trip to Wargo's Pumpkin Patch

  • Oct 3 - 1st Grade Field Trip to Southern Belle Farms

  • Oct  4 - Remote Learning Day & End of Q1

  • Oct 7 - Fall Break

  • Oct 10 -  3rd Grade Field Trip to Wargo's Pumpkin Patch

  • Oct 14 - Picture Retake Day

  • Oct 14 - Report Cards Viewable on Blackbaud

  • Oct 23 - National Crocs Day (students may wear crocs with normal school uniform)

  • Oct 24 - Second Grade In-House STEM Field Trip

  • Oct 25 - K5 Field Trip to Iron P Homestead

  • Oct 31 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd

ANNUAL FUND SEASON

We are excited about the opportunity for our Trinity family to give in support of each of our students! Mark your calendars for this special upcoming campaign.

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

Last week in Chapel, we had a special moment as our third grade worship team led our Lower School students in praise and worship for the first time this year. We’re excited to see what this group will bring throughout the year. Mrs. Randolph kicked off a new six-week series called "No Name," where we’ll explore important lessons from some incredible yet unnamed people in the Bible. This week, we focused on the "Four Fantastic Friends" from Mark 2:1-12. 

From this story, we learned the importance of doing whatever it takes to bring our friends to Jesus. Whether it’s inviting them to church, sharing God’s love, praying with them, or showing kindness, good friends introduce their friends to Jesus. 

Main Focus: It's our job to bring our friends to Jesus.  

Power Verse: “Go into all the world and preach the Good News to everyone.” Mark 16:15  

Whatchagaddaknow: I will bring my friends to Jesus!

Online Reading Resource for 1st-3rd Grades

Student login information for Lower School's reading curriculum will be sent home soon! This resource provides families with an opportunity to review vocabulary words, grammar skills, and spelling patterns through interactive games. In addition, students can review the reading story that is read throughout the week in class. Teachers have beautifully woven a Biblical perspective within each lesson to connect and apply God's truths throughout this curriculum. As you navigate the online resource, we encourage parents to discuss those Biblical principles with their child as they will not be evident in the curriculum itself. As with any online learning, we recommend parent supervision. We feel this resource will strengthen the partnership between the classroom and home to ensure academic success for all students. When you login, select the reading book image to launch the online program.

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Friday Night Game Night Experience

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 232

,

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

Published September 8, 2024

Volume 232

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

We are looking forward to an exciting week ahead.

Don’t forget our TCS HOCO Parade and Pep Rally are being held on Monday, September 9th at Leroy Johnson Park in Senoia and everyone is invited. We can’t wait to celebrate with your family all that God is doing at TCS!

For all the details of Homecoming week at TCS, please click on the link below:

https://tcslions.org/homecoming

HOCO Spirit Week Dress Up Days are September 9th - 13th

As you plan your homecoming week outfits, please use the all school guidelines below to ensure your student’s creativity is appropriate for the school day. 

As a reminder for this week, in conjunction with our student handbook, we are asking for male and female students to refrain from dressing as the opposite gender as part of the homecoming week activities. Thank you so much for your help and compliance. 

Specific Guidelines:

  1. Shorts can be worn but must meet the dress code guidelines of mid-thigh.

  2. Skirts can be worn but must meet dress code requirements..

  3. Leggings may be worn ONLY with a top that meets the length requirement for shorts. (and fits the theme for the day)

  4. Holes/rips/tears in jeans should not be above the knee.

  5. Spaghetti straps or tank tops are not allowed.

  6. Mesh or see-thru tops are not allowed.

  7. Crop tops are not allowed. All shirts should at least touch the top of the pants, shorts, skirts, etc…

  8. Open toe/back shoes/sandals are permitted for this week only.

  9. Hats may be worn all week.

  10. Full spandex bodysuits are not permitted.

If your student chooses to not participate in dressing up for spirit week, they need to be in regular dress code attire.

UPCOMING DATES

  • Sept 9th - 13th - Homecoming Week

  • Sept 9th - HOCO Parade and Pep Rally @ Leroy Johnson Park in Senoia

  • Sept 13th - 3rd Grade In House Field Trip

  • Sept 24 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd Grades

  • Oct 14th - Picture Retake Day

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Last Week in Chapel

What a fun time as Pastor Kami finished our "Limitless" series! In last week's lesson, the students learned that God's REACH is limitless. He is omnipresent. Everywhere at all times! There is no one too far away for our God to reach with His limitless love. He invites us to partner with Him to reach the world with His love. We talked about how God is Everywhere ALL THE TIME. God wants to REACH EVERYONE. And God uses you and me to REACH THE WORLD.

Main Focus:  God can reach EVERY boy and girl!

Power Verse: “Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations..." Matthew 28:19

Online Reading Resource for 1st-3rd Grades

Student login information for Lower School's reading curriculum will be sent home soon! This resource provides families with an opportunity to review vocabulary words, grammar skills, and spelling patterns through interactive games. In addition, students can review the reading story that is read throughout the week in class. Teachers have beautifully woven a Biblical perspective within each lesson to connect and apply God's truths throughout this curriculum. As you navigate the online resource, we encourage parents to discuss those Biblical principles with their child as they will not be evident in the curriculum itself. As with any online learning, we recommend parent supervision. We feel this resource will strengthen the partnership between the classroom and home to ensure academic success for all students. When you login, select the reading book image to launch the online program.

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Friday Night Game Night Experience

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 2

,

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

Published September 1, 2024

Volume 231

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

I hope everyone is enjoying  a restful and fun long weekend! It's hard to believe we’ve already completed a month of school.

Just a quick reminder: remote learning packets will be due on the Tuesday we return. Please make sure your child brings theirs in so we can keep up with their progress.

Have a fantastic holiday, and we look forward to seeing everyone back at school refreshed and ready for the next month!

UPCOMING DATES

  • Sept 2 - Labor Day Holiday

  • Sept 9-13 - Homecoming Week (Parade - Sept 9)

  • Sept 24 - House Color Day for 1st-3rd Grades

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:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Update to SAGE Offerings for 1st-3rd

We are excited to announce a positive change to our beverage offerings designed to promote healthier drink choices for our Lower School students. Starting this Monday Sage will provide water, apple juice, milk, and chocolate milk for our 1st-3rd Lower School students. 

This change aligns with the current offerings already in place for preschool and kindergarten students, and it will now extend to 1st through 3rd grades as well. To support a healthier lifestyle, we will be removing sugary drinks such as sweet tea and lemonade from our Lower School menu.

We believe this adjustment will benefit our children by encouraging better hydration and nutritional habits. Thank you for your support in helping us foster a healthier school environment.

Last Week in Chapel

It was another great week in chapel as Mrs. Duncan continued our "Limitless" series! In last week's lesson, the students learned that God's POWER is limitless! He is omnipotent! All powerful! There is nothing too hard for our God, and He loves to use his limitless power to love us, protect us, and guide us through our lives. His power is always there, ready to come to our rescue when things are difficult. With God, anything is possible!

Main Focus:  God's power is beyond our imagination!

Power Verse: "...with God all things are possible." Matthew 19

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Homecoming Parade

Interested in being a part of the Homecoming parade on Monday, September 9th?

Please vsit the webpage below to learn how:

TCS Homecoming Spirit Week Dress Up Days

September 9th - 13th

As you start planning your homecoming week outfits, please use the all school guidelines below to ensure your student’s creativity is appropriate for the school day. 

As a reminder for this week, in conjunction with our student handbook, we are asking for male and female students to refrain from dressing as the opposite gender as part of the homecoming week activities. Thank you so much for your help and compliance. 

THEME DAYS:

  • Monday - ‘Merica Day - Note: Politically charged costumes will NOT be allowed (no items supporting a candidate, no costumes to depict a candidate, etc)

  • Tuesday - City vs. Country

  • Wednesday - Night In vs. Night Out

  • Thursday - Disney Day

  • Friday - Spirit Day

Specific Guidelines:

  1. Shorts can be worn but must meet the dress code guidelines of mid-thigh.

  2. Skirts can be worn but must meet dress code requirements..

  3. Leggings may be worn ONLY with a top that meets the length requirement for shorts. (and fits the theme for the day)

  4. Holes/rips/tears in jeans should not be above the knee.

  5. Spaghetti straps or tank tops are not allowed.

  6. Mesh or see-thru tops are not allowed.

  7. Crop tops are not allowed. All shirts should at least touch the top of the pants, shorts, skirts, etc…

  8. Open toe/back shoes/sandals are permitted for this week only.

  9. Hats may be worn all week.

  10. Full spandex bodysuits are not permitted.

If your student chooses to not participate in dressing up for spirit week, they need to be in regular dress code attire.

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

Important Dismissal Information

We have partnered with the company safeDISMISSAL.COM to facilitate our dismissal process for our Early Learning campus (PreK-3 through Kinder) and our Main Campus (1st - 8th grades). One of the many wonderful features of this dismissal process is that your children will remain comfortably and safely in their classroom until the moment they meet you in the "car loading zone". 

Here are a few tips to follow during our dismissal process: 

  • Please make sure to have your ‘pick-up’ card displayed in your front window when entering the dismissal line. Please keep your card displayed until your child has been loaded into your car. 

  • Please stay in-line (no passing) during dismissal as the children will be instructed to walk to specific spots for loading. 

  • To reduce your wait time, please keep up with the car in front of you.  Stay attentive and focused on the car line.

  • If your student does not arrive at the loading spot before you do, you may be instructed to move to a "waiting" area where your child will be notified again. We ask you to move to this area so that we do not hold up the remaining dismissal line.  

  • Please note:  Your child is assigned to be picked up at a particular spot according to the order of cars in line each day.  Please follow the car in front of you until the line stops, regardless of where you might or might not see your child.  Stopping before the line has filled will cause the sequence to be thrown off and delay the line.  We will get your child to the proper spot should they have gone to the wrong place.

Finally, we ask for your patience the first couple of weeks of school as everyone gets accustomed to the process.  It will get faster/better each day!

The administrators and teachers are committed to making this process beneficial to all parties. Please visit www.safeDISMISSAL.com for more information.  Below are a couple of helpful resources to further explain the process.

SafeDismissal Parent INTRO Video

SafeDismissal Parents Info Sheet

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 230

,

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

Published August 25, 2024

Volume 230

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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


I am excited to introduce a new initiative to support our Lower School families through the power of prayer. Our Prayer Request form is a dedicated space where families can share their needs, concerns, and hopes with us. Whether you are seeking strength for a personal struggle, comfort for a loved one, or guidance for a family situation, we are here to stand with you in prayer. Starting this week, the Lower School administration will meet every Friday morning to pray over each request submitted. We believe in the power of prayer and are committed to supporting our families through this dedicated time of intercession.

How to Submit a Prayer Request:

  1. 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.

  2. Submit Confidentially: All submissions are kept confidential and are only shared with our Lower School administration team who will lift your request in prayer.

Submit Prayer Request

Thank you for allowing us to join you in prayer. We are grateful for this opportunity to come together as a community. "Therefore encourage one another and build each other up." I Thessalonians 5:11

UPCOMING DATES

Aug 29 - College Football Dress Down Day

Aug 30 - Remote Learning Day

Sept 2 - Labor Day Holiday

Sept 9 - Homecoming Parade in Leroy Johnson Park, Senoia

Sept 9-13 - Homecoming Week (See Homecoming Dress Themes below)

Update to SAGE Offerings for 1st-3rd

We are excited to announce a positive change to our beverage offerings designed to promote healthier drink choices for our Lower School students. Starting this Monday Sage will provide water, apple juice, milk, and chocolate milk for our 1st-3rd Lower School students. 

This change aligns with the current offerings already in place for preschool and kindergarten students, and it will now extend to 1st through 3rd grades as well. To support a healthier lifestyle, we will be removing sugary drinks such as sweet tea and lemonade from our Lower School menu.

We believe this adjustment will benefit our children by encouraging better hydration and nutritional habits. Thank you for your support in helping us foster a healthier school environment.

College Football Dress Down Day

The new football season is underway, and our students are invited to wear their favorite team shirts or jerseys on Thursday, August 29 to celebrate. Normal dress code pants/shorts are required.

Remote Learning Day

August 30th is a Remote Learning Day. Your child’s teacher will send home a learning packet to be completed and returned on Tuesday, September 3rd. For more details, please refer to your child’s Blackbaud classroom page.

Last Week in Chapel

We had a great time in Chapel this week as Mrs. Moore taught our first lesson in our series about God's love being Limitless! In last week’s lesson, the students learned about how God's love is not bound by limitations. It is there for us in every circumstance and for everyone. While reading the story Nicodemus we learned that Jesus is God's son who came to make a way for everyone to go to heaven! Because of God's limitless love, every person can be forgiven of their sin!

Main Focus: God's love has no limit!

Power Verse: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16

LOWER SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR

This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have four fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from!

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option! Please click the link below to place your order.

See design styles below:

Homecoming Parade

Interested in being a part of the Homecoming parade on Monday, September 9th?

Please vsit the webpage below to learn how:

TCS Homecoming Spirit Week Dress Up Days

September 9th - 13th

As you start planning your homecoming week outfits, please use the all school guidelines below to ensure your student’s creativity is appropriate for the school day. 

As a reminder for this week, in conjunction with our student handbook, we are asking for male and female students to refrain from dressing as the opposite gender as part of the homecoming week activities. Thank you so much for your help and compliance. 

THEME DAYS:

  • Monday - ‘Merica Day - Note: Politically charged costumes will NOT be allowed (no items supporting a candidate, no costumes to depict a candidate, etc)

  • Tuesday - City vs. Country

  • Wednesday - Night In vs. Night Out

  • Thursday - Disney Day

  • Friday - Spirit Day

Specific Guidelines:

  1. Shorts can be worn but must meet the dress code guidelines of mid-thigh.

  2. Skirts can be worn but must meet dress code requirements..

  3. Leggings may be worn ONLY with a top that meets the length requirement for shorts. (and fits the theme for the day)

  4. Holes/rips/tears in jeans should not be above the knee.

  5. Spaghetti straps or tank tops are not allowed.

  6. Mesh or see-thru tops are not allowed.

  7. Crop tops are not allowed. All shirts should at least touch the top of the pants, shorts, skirts, etc…

  8. Open toe/back shoes/sandals are permitted for this week only.

  9. Hats may be worn all week.

  10. Full spandex bodysuits are not permitted.

If your student chooses to not participate in dressing up for spirit week, they need to be in regular dress code attire.

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

Important Dismissal Information

We have partnered with the company safeDISMISSAL.COM to facilitate our dismissal process for our Early Learning campus (PreK-3 through Kinder) and our Main Campus (1st - 8th grades). One of the many wonderful features of this dismissal process is that your children will remain comfortably and safely in their classroom until the moment they meet you in the "car loading zone". 

Here are a few tips to follow during our dismissal process: 

  • Please make sure to have your ‘pick-up’ card displayed in your front window when entering the dismissal line. Please keep your card displayed until your child has been loaded into your car. 

  • Please stay in-line (no passing) during dismissal as the children will be instructed to walk to specific spots for loading. 

  • To reduce your wait time, please keep up with the car in front of you.  Stay attentive and focused on the car line.

  • If your student does not arrive at the loading spot before you do, you may be instructed to move to a "waiting" area where your child will be notified again. We ask you to move to this area so that we do not hold up the remaining dismissal line.  

  • Please note:  Your child is assigned to be picked up at a particular spot according to the order of cars in line each day.  Please follow the car in front of you until the line stops, regardless of where you might or might not see your child.  Stopping before the line has filled will cause the sequence to be thrown off and delay the line.  We will get your child to the proper spot should they have gone to the wrong place.

Finally, we ask for your patience the first couple of weeks of school as everyone gets accustomed to the process.  It will get faster/better each day!

The administrators and teachers are committed to making this process beneficial to all parties. Please visit www.safeDISMISSAL.com for more information.  Below are a couple of helpful resources to further explain the process.

SafeDismissal Parent INTRO Video

SafeDismissal Parents Info Sheet

Meet our new teaching staff

Meet K3 Teacher, Victoria Wainwright: My name is Victoria Wainwright. Ms. W to my school family. I have 5 children, 3 boys and 2 girls. Two of my children are grown and have families of their own. My youngest three are ages 15, 11 and 9. I am originally from Miami, FL where I began my teaching career over 25 years ago. I started out as a teacher's aide and then taught Pre-Kindergarten for 2 years. I went on to develop and teach a curriculum enrichment program that included Music, Art and Science for children ages 2 through Kindergarten. I am also an artist and professional face painter. I can often be found participating in local church, school and community events painting faces while sharing the love of Jesus. My family and I enjoy being outside together when the weather is nice. We are so excited to be part of the TCS family!


Meet K4 Teacher, Allison Upshaw: Hello Lion Nation! My name is Allison Upshaw and I am excited to be joining the Lower Elementary team as a PreK 4 teacher this year.  My background is in Early Childhood Development, but I have spent the past 20 years raising my family, and several of those years homeschooling my own boys. My family and I enjoy spending time together, and any and all outdoor activities.

Meet First Grade Teacher, McKenna Sterling:  Hi Trinity family! My name is McKenna Sterling and I’m so grateful to be joining you all this year. I recently moved back home to Georgia from Arizona to be close to my parents, who live in the Atlanta area. I’ve been loving living in Peachtree City and all it has to offer. In 2021 I graduated from The University of Alabama with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Roll Tide!). I originally taught kindergarten in Henry County, but quickly decided a private Christian school would be a better fit. I have two golden retrievers, Remington and Ryleigh, who are my whole heart. I enjoy exercising, reading, and hanging out with friends and family.



Meet First Grade Teacher, Sarah Barham: Hello Trinity family! My name is Sarah Barham, and I am excited to be joining this wonderful team! I was born and raised in Pennsylvania. I completed my undergraduate studies at Liberty University where I also met my husband, and we shortly moved to Georgia. We have lived in Newnan for 10 years where we are now raising our two wonderful daughters. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading books, and traveling with my family.



Meet Second Grade Teacher, Sarah Cottrell: Hello Trinity Family! My name is Sarah Cottrell, and I am excited that God has led me to join the amazing TCS team as a teacher. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where I was a competitive gymnast for thirteen years. I also lived in Texas and Alaska before settling in Georgia. I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. In my free time, I love to read, exercise, play games with my daughters, and travel with my family. I cannot wait to see what amazing things God has planned for this year, and I trust that He will lead and guide our every step.


Meet Second Grade Teacher, Melissa Casteel: I'm so honored to be teaching at Trinity! Hello, I'm Melissa Casteel, and I'm excited to be joining the 2nd grade team. I grew up in Roswell, GA, and studied at the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!). I landed in metro Richmond, VA and had two wonderful children, Claire (9) and Eli (7). I hope to bring them to Trinity soon. In 2019, my family returned to Georgia. We chose Newnan as our new home to be accessible to our extended family here in Georgia. I love good restaurants, animals, gardening, and painting in watercolor. You will find me on the soccer field or with my girl scout troop on the weekends. Thank you for the warm welcome!

Meet Second Grade Teacher, Teresa Russell: Hello Trinity Family! My name is Teresa Russell and I will be teaching second grade this year. I graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a degree in education.

My husband is retired from the military and we've lived in Oklahoma, Germany,Texas, Washington State and now we are settled in Georgia.

I come with 20 + years in the education field and I'm excited to work at a Christian School to help prepare today's students to impact tomorrow's world.

Meet Third Grade Teacher, Courtney Gable: Hi TCS! My name is Courtney Gable, and I am thrilled to be teaching third grade this year! I grew up in Newnan and love that I get to raise my family here. I received my degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of West Georgia. I met my husband, Ross at UWG. We have two daughters who are Trinity students; Ellis is in the third grade and Palmer is in the first grade. I am passionate about studying God's Word and serving in my church, and you can almost always find me with an iced latte in my hand.



Meet Our New Teacher’s Assistants

Meet K4 Teacher’s Assistant, Jayme Geeslin: Hi Trinity Family! My name is Jayme Geeslin and I am so excited and grateful to be joining the Pre-K4 team this year. I am originally from Roanoke, Virginia but have lived in Georgia for the past 13 years. I received my bachelor’s degree in Communication and Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from Virginia Tech. My husband and I have two sons, Ben and Sam, who attend Trinity and love it. Our family has been so blessed being at Trinity and I’m excited to join the community as a teacher assistant.

Meet K4 Teacher’s Assistant, Sophea Jackson: Hello Trinity family! My name is Sophea Jackson, and I feel very blessed and excited to be joining such a wonderful team! I’m originally from Cambodia but moved here with my family over 20 years ago. Some of the things that I really enjoy are cooking, traveling with my family, walking, camping, and fishing.





Meet Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant, Stephanie Querna: Hello Lions!  My name is Stephanie Querna and I am a kindergarten assistant. I look forward to meeting you. I am originally from Northern California, where I graduated and earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies with a minor in Child Development. I also met and married my husband in our small college town, Chico. We have been married for 29 years and have proudly called Georgia our home since 2002. Our daughter is a junior here at Trinity and our son graduated TCS in 2019. My family enjoys spending time together playing games, watching movies, walking the dogs, and traveling. I am also a member of a book club, and enjoy reading Christian fiction.

Meet Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant, Leslie Lowery: Hi Trinity Family! My name is Leslie Lowery, I am thrilled to be joining our fantastic team! My education is in radiology and I have twelve years experience in the medical field. I am so excited for this new opportunity that God has provided. My husband and I have three amazing boys who are beginning their third year at Trinity. We are a sports loving family, and I am a lifelong Braves fan. The beach is my favorite place! My family loves adventures, and we enjoy spending time together exploring new places. I am so excited for this year! Go Lions!



Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Becky Knowles: Hello Trinity Families!! My name is Becky Knowles and glad to be joining the Trinity team. I was born and raised in Georgia. I graduated from West GA with a degree in Psychology and minor in Sociology. I have 3 kids and have been part of Trinity for 13 years. My son is going into 11th, daughter is going into 8th and my little man is going into 1st. In my free time I love spending time with my family and watching my kids play baseball and softball. Let's go Lions!!



Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Laura Boswell: Hello! My name is Laura Boswell and I will be a first grade assistant. This is my first year working at Trinity Christian School, but we are not new to the school. TCS has been home to our family for 17 years. My husband Adam and I have been married for 22 years. We have four children. Our sons are 20, 17 and 15 years old. Our daughter is 9 years old. Our oldest is a junior at University of Georgia and the other three attend Trinity. We have had such a wonderful experience here. I am so excited to be a part of the team this year! In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, friends and watching our kids sporting events.


Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Lisa Scarbrough: Hello Trinity family! My name is Lisa Scarbrough, and I am soexcited to be assisting Ms. McConnell in first grade! I grew up inPeachtree City where I enjoy being outside and walking the paths and kayaking with our family. I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees in Early Childhood Education at the University of West Georgia. I am looking forward to a wonderful year getting to know your child and helping make this a fantastic first-grade year!

Meet Second Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Jana Gosdin: Hello! My name is Jana Gosdin. This is my first year at Trinity Christian School and I am thrilled to be assisting Mrs. Sarah Conttrell in second grade. I was born in Missouri, but I have lived in Georgia over half of my life. I have a wonderful husband of sixteen years and two boys who are in sixth and seventh grade at Trinity. In my free time, I love spending time with my family, shopping and traveling.

Student School Supply List for 2024/25

Each grade level has prepared a student supply list. Please bring these items to school on Meet My Teacher Day, August 5th. Student Supply Lists are available on Blackbaud under the “Resources” tab and can also be accessed through the links below. Many families took advantage of pre-ordering our Back to School Supply Kits. Your student’s kit will be placed on your child’s desk for Meet My Teacher Day.

PreK-3

PreK-4

Kindergarten

1st Grade

2nd Grade

3rd Grade

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 229

,

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

Published August 18, 2024

Volume 229

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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


I hope everyone had a great second week of school! We are collecting final orders for Lower School spirit wear! This is a fun way to share in our Lower School family pride and show your TCS spirit! We have 4 fun designs specifically created for Lower School students and families to choose from! 

Remember, all TCS spirit wear is an approved uniform option!  Please click the link below to place your order. All orders placed by tomorrow, Monday, August 19th, 2024 will have guaranteed delivery to school by September 9th, 2024. 

See design styles below:


FALL PICTURE DAY: MONDAY, AUGUST 19

Don’t forget tomorrow is our Fall/Yearbook Picture Day. Students are encouraged to wear their purple chapel polo. Make up dates will be announced at a later time for those who are absent.

HOUSE COLOR COMPETITION DAY: FRIDAY, AUGUST 23

On Friday our students are encouraged to wear their HOUSE COLOR as we kick off this year’s House Cup competition.  Students may wear shirts that correlate with their House color. Normal dress code pants/shorts or jeans should be worn. No hats please. 

  • 1st grade - Robinson House - BLUE

  • 2nd grade - Elliot House - GREEN

  • 3rd grade - Lewis House - RED

Last Week in Chapel

In chapel, Mrs. Randolph taught a lesson titled "Get in the Game," using football as an example. She explained that just as a football team consists of players with different positions and skills, God has given each student unique gifts and talents. The lesson emphasized that it’s important not to stay on the sidelines but to actively use our abilities to serve the Lord and help build His church.

Main Focus: We must all work together to build God’s church. 

Whatchagaddaknow: I will get in the game and do my part.

Last Week to Join!

Third Grade Worship Team Opportunity

Our third grade students are the leaders of our Lower School! In honor of this, we extend an opportunity for them to lead our Lower School students in worship during our weekly Chapel services. This opportunity is available for all interested third graders. The only requirement is to have a heart for worship and to be willing to stand on the stage and sing. The heart of this worship team is simply to be an example to others of how to worship. I am excited to provide an opportunity where our students can shine God’s light before others. 

If your third grader is interested, please click on the link to sign up. 

TCS Homecoming Spirit Week Dress Up Days

September 9th - 13th

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

Important Dismissal Information

We have partnered with the company safeDISMISSAL.COM to facilitate our dismissal process for our Early Learning campus (PreK-3 through Kinder) and our Main Campus (1st - 8th grades). One of the many wonderful features of this dismissal process is that your children will remain comfortably and safely in their classroom until the moment they meet you in the "car loading zone". 

Here are a few tips to follow during our dismissal process: 

  • Please make sure to have your ‘pick-up’ card displayed in your front window when entering the dismissal line. Please keep your card displayed until your child has been loaded into your car. 

  • Please stay in-line (no passing) during dismissal as the children will be instructed to walk to specific spots for loading. 

  • To reduce your wait time, please keep up with the car in front of you.  Stay attentive and focused on the car line.

  • If your student does not arrive at the loading spot before you do, you may be instructed to move to a "waiting" area where your child will be notified again. We ask you to move to this area so that we do not hold up the remaining dismissal line.  

  • Please note:  Your child is assigned to be picked up at a particular spot according to the order of cars in line each day.  Please follow the car in front of you until the line stops, regardless of where you might or might not see your child.  Stopping before the line has filled will cause the sequence to be thrown off and delay the line.  We will get your child to the proper spot should they have gone to the wrong place.

Finally, we ask for your patience the first couple of weeks of school as everyone gets accustomed to the process.  It will get faster/better each day!

The administrators and teachers are committed to making this process beneficial to all parties. Please visit www.safeDISMISSAL.com for more information.  Below are a couple of helpful resources to further explain the process.

SafeDismissal Parent INTRO Video

SafeDismissal Parents Info Sheet

Meet our new teaching staff

Meet K3 Teacher, Victoria Wainwright: My name is Victoria Wainwright. Ms. W to my school family. I have 5 children, 3 boys and 2 girls. Two of my children are grown and have families of their own. My youngest three are ages 15, 11 and 9. I am originally from Miami, FL where I began my teaching career over 25 years ago. I started out as a teacher's aide and then taught Pre-Kindergarten for 2 years. I went on to develop and teach a curriculum enrichment program that included Music, Art and Science for children ages 2 through Kindergarten. I am also an artist and professional face painter. I can often be found participating in local church, school and community events painting faces while sharing the love of Jesus. My family and I enjoy being outside together when the weather is nice. We are so excited to be part of the TCS family!


Meet K4 Teacher, Allison Upshaw: Hello Lion Nation! My name is Allison Upshaw and I am excited to be joining the Lower Elementary team as a PreK 4 teacher this year.  My background is in Early Childhood Development, but I have spent the past 20 years raising my family, and several of those years homeschooling my own boys. My family and I enjoy spending time together, and any and all outdoor activities.

Meet First Grade Teacher, McKenna Sterling:  Hi Trinity family! My name is McKenna Sterling and I’m so grateful to be joining you all this year. I recently moved back home to Georgia from Arizona to be close to my parents, who live in the Atlanta area. I’ve been loving living in Peachtree City and all it has to offer. In 2021 I graduated from The University of Alabama with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Roll Tide!). I originally taught kindergarten in Henry County, but quickly decided a private Christian school would be a better fit. I have two golden retrievers, Remington and Ryleigh, who are my whole heart. I enjoy exercising, reading, and hanging out with friends and family.



Meet First Grade Teacher, Sarah Barham: Hello Trinity family! My name is Sarah Barham, and I am excited to be joining this wonderful team! I was born and raised in Pennsylvania. I completed my undergraduate studies at Liberty University where I also met my husband, and we shortly moved to Georgia. We have lived in Newnan for 10 years where we are now raising our two wonderful daughters. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading books, and traveling with my family.



Meet Second Grade Teacher, Sarah Cottrell: Hello Trinity Family! My name is Sarah Cottrell, and I am excited that God has led me to join the amazing TCS team as a teacher. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where I was a competitive gymnast for thirteen years. I also lived in Texas and Alaska before settling in Georgia. I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. In my free time, I love to read, exercise, play games with my daughters, and travel with my family. I cannot wait to see what amazing things God has planned for this year, and I trust that He will lead and guide our every step.


Meet Second Grade Teacher, Melissa Casteel: I'm so honored to be teaching at Trinity! Hello, I'm Melissa Casteel, and I'm excited to be joining the 2nd grade team. I grew up in Roswell, GA, and studied at the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!). I landed in metro Richmond, VA and had two wonderful children, Claire (9) and Eli (7). I hope to bring them to Trinity soon. In 2019, my family returned to Georgia. We chose Newnan as our new home to be accessible to our extended family here in Georgia. I love good restaurants, animals, gardening, and painting in watercolor. You will find me on the soccer field or with my girl scout troop on the weekends. Thank you for the warm welcome!

Meet Second Grade Teacher, Teresa Russell: Hello Trinity Family! My name is Teresa Russell and I will be teaching second grade this year. I graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a degree in education.

My husband is retired from the military and we've lived in Oklahoma, Germany,Texas, Washington State and now we are settled in Georgia.

I come with 20 + years in the education field and I'm excited to work at a Christian School to help prepare today's students to impact tomorrow's world.

Meet Third Grade Teacher, Courtney Gable: Hi TCS! My name is Courtney Gable, and I am thrilled to be teaching third grade this year! I grew up in Newnan and love that I get to raise my family here. I received my degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of West Georgia. I met my husband, Ross at UWG. We have two daughters who are Trinity students; Ellis is in the third grade and Palmer is in the first grade. I am passionate about studying God's Word and serving in my church, and you can almost always find me with an iced latte in my hand.



Meet Our New Teacher’s Assistants

Meet K4 Teacher’s Assistant, Jayme Geeslin: Hi Trinity Family! My name is Jayme Geeslin and I am so excited and grateful to be joining the Pre-K4 team this year. I am originally from Roanoke, Virginia but have lived in Georgia for the past 13 years. I received my bachelor’s degree in Communication and Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from Virginia Tech. My husband and I have two sons, Ben and Sam, who attend Trinity and love it. Our family has been so blessed being at Trinity and I’m excited to join the community as a teacher assistant.

Meet K4 Teacher’s Assistant, Sophea Jackson: Hello Trinity family! My name is Sophea Jackson, and I feel very blessed and excited to be joining such a wonderful team! I’m originally from Cambodia but moved here with my family over 20 years ago. Some of the things that I really enjoy are cooking, traveling with my family, walking, camping, and fishing.





Meet Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant, Stephanie Querna: Hello Lions!  My name is Stephanie Querna and I am a kindergarten assistant. I look forward to meeting you. I am originally from Northern California, where I graduated and earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies with a minor in Child Development. I also met and married my husband in our small college town, Chico. We have been married for 29 years and have proudly called Georgia our home since 2002. Our daughter is a junior here at Trinity and our son graduated TCS in 2019. My family enjoys spending time together playing games, watching movies, walking the dogs, and traveling. I am also a member of a book club, and enjoy reading Christian fiction.

Meet Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant, Leslie Lowery: Hi Trinity Family! My name is Leslie Lowery, I am thrilled to be joining our fantastic team! My education is in radiology and I have twelve years experience in the medical field. I am so excited for this new opportunity that God has provided. My husband and I have three amazing boys who are beginning their third year at Trinity. We are a sports loving family, and I am a lifelong Braves fan. The beach is my favorite place! My family loves adventures, and we enjoy spending time together exploring new places. I am so excited for this year! Go Lions!



Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Becky Knowles: Hello Trinity Families!! My name is Becky Knowles and glad to be joining the Trinity team. I was born and raised in Georgia. I graduated from West GA with a degree in Psychology and minor in Sociology. I have 3 kids and have been part of Trinity for 13 years. My son is going into 11th, daughter is going into 8th and my little man is going into 1st. In my free time I love spending time with my family and watching my kids play baseball and softball. Let's go Lions!!



Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Laura Boswell: Hello! My name is Laura Boswell and I will be a first grade assistant. This is my first year working at Trinity Christian School, but we are not new to the school. TCS has been home to our family for 17 years. My husband Adam and I have been married for 22 years. We have four children. Our sons are 20, 17 and 15 years old. Our daughter is 9 years old. Our oldest is a junior at University of Georgia and the other three attend Trinity. We have had such a wonderful experience here. I am so excited to be a part of the team this year! In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, friends and watching our kids sporting events.


Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Lisa Scarbrough: Hello Trinity family! My name is Lisa Scarbrough, and I am soexcited to be assisting Ms. McConnell in first grade! I grew up inPeachtree City where I enjoy being outside and walking the paths and kayaking with our family. I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees in Early Childhood Education at the University of West Georgia. I am looking forward to a wonderful year getting to know your child and helping make this a fantastic first-grade year!

Meet Second Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Jana Gosdin: Hello! My name is Jana Gosdin. This is my first year at Trinity Christian School and I am thrilled to be assisting Mrs. Sarah Conttrell in second grade. I was born in Missouri, but I have lived in Georgia over half of my life. I have a wonderful husband of sixteen years and two boys who are in sixth and seventh grade at Trinity. In my free time, I love spending time with my family, shopping and traveling.

Student School Supply List for 2024/25

Each grade level has prepared a student supply list. Please bring these items to school on Meet My Teacher Day, August 5th. Student Supply Lists are available on Blackbaud under the “Resources” tab and can also be accessed through the links below. Many families took advantage of pre-ordering our Back to School Supply Kits. Your student’s kit will be placed on your child’s desk for Meet My Teacher Day.

PreK-3

PreK-4

Kindergarten

1st Grade

2nd Grade

3rd Grade

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

,

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 228

,

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

Published August 11, 2024

Volume 228

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

Our first week of school has been fantastic! Our students have truly excelled, adjusting to their new routines. Teachers are thrilled with their new classes and have been enthusiastic about how well their students are doing. Our young Lower School students have also shown great responsibility in following arrival and dismissal procedures, as well as navigating the cafeteria smoothly. What a fun week we had as students have enjoyed reconnecting with old friends and making new ones. Our 1st-3rd grade students gathered for our first Chapel service where we joined in praise and worship together. What a joy it is to gather together to worship our Lord! We’re looking forward to an exciting and successful year ahead!!!

Third Grade Worship Team Opportunity


Our third grade students are the leaders of our Lower School! In honor of this, we extend an opportunity for them to lead our Lower School students in worship during our weekly Chapel services. This opportunity is available for all interested third graders. The only requirement is to have a heart for worship and to be willing to stand on the stage and sing. The heart of this worship team is simply to be an example to others of how to worship. I am excited to provide an opportunity where our students can shine God’s light before others. 

If your third grader is interested, please click on the link below to sign up: 

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. Check out the main page of Inside the Pride for more information.

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.

Blackbaud 101

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. 

Important Dismissal Information

We have partnered with the company safeDISMISSAL.COM to facilitate our dismissal process for our Early Learning campus (PreK-3 through Kinder) and our Main Campus (1st - 8th grades). One of the many wonderful features of this dismissal process is that your children will remain comfortably and safely in their classroom until the moment they meet you in the "car loading zone". 

Here are a few tips to follow during our dismissal process: 

  • Please make sure to have your ‘pick-up’ card displayed in your front window when entering the dismissal line. Please keep your card displayed until your child has been loaded into your car. 

  • Please stay in-line (no passing) during dismissal as the children will be instructed to walk to specific spots for loading. 

  • To reduce your wait time, please keep up with the car in front of you.  Stay attentive and focused on the car line.

  • If your student does not arrive at the loading spot before you do, you may be instructed to move to a "waiting" area where your child will be notified again. We ask you to move to this area so that we do not hold up the remaining dismissal line.  

  • Please note:  Your child is assigned to be picked up at a particular spot according to the order of cars in line each day.  Please follow the car in front of you until the line stops, regardless of where you might or might not see your child.  Stopping before the line has filled will cause the sequence to be thrown off and delay the line.  We will get your child to the proper spot should they have gone to the wrong place.

Finally, we ask for your patience the first couple of weeks of school as everyone gets accustomed to the process.  It will get faster/better each day!

The administrators and teachers are committed to making this process beneficial to all parties. Please visit www.safeDISMISSAL.com for more information.  Below are a couple of helpful resources to further explain the process.

SafeDismissal Parent INTRO Video

SafeDismissal Parents Info Sheet

Meet our new teaching staff

Meet K3 Teacher, Victoria Wainwright: My name is Victoria Wainwright. Ms. W to my school family. I have 5 children, 3 boys and 2 girls. Two of my children are grown and have families of their own. My youngest three are ages 15, 11 and 9. I am originally from Miami, FL where I began my teaching career over 25 years ago. I started out as a teacher's aide and then taught Pre-Kindergarten for 2 years. I went on to develop and teach a curriculum enrichment program that included Music, Art and Science for children ages 2 through Kindergarten. I am also an artist and professional face painter. I can often be found participating in local church, school and community events painting faces while sharing the love of Jesus. My family and I enjoy being outside together when the weather is nice. We are so excited to be part of the TCS family!


Meet K4 Teacher, Allison Upshaw: Hello Lion Nation! My name is Allison Upshaw and I am excited to be joining the Lower Elementary team as a PreK 4 teacher this year.  My background is in Early Childhood Development, but I have spent the past 20 years raising my family, and several of those years homeschooling my own boys. My family and I enjoy spending time together, and any and all outdoor activities.

Meet First Grade Teacher, McKenna Sterling:  Hi Trinity family! My name is McKenna Sterling and I’m so grateful to be joining you all this year. I recently moved back home to Georgia from Arizona to be close to my parents, who live in the Atlanta area. I’ve been loving living in Peachtree City and all it has to offer. In 2021 I graduated from The University of Alabama with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Roll Tide!). I originally taught kindergarten in Henry County, but quickly decided a private Christian school would be a better fit. I have two golden retrievers, Remington and Ryleigh, who are my whole heart. I enjoy exercising, reading, and hanging out with friends and family.



Meet First Grade Teacher, Sarah Barham: Hello Trinity family! My name is Sarah Barham, and I am excited to be joining this wonderful team! I was born and raised in Pennsylvania. I completed my undergraduate studies at Liberty University where I also met my husband, and we shortly moved to Georgia. We have lived in Newnan for 10 years where we are now raising our two wonderful daughters. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading books, and traveling with my family.



Meet Second Grade Teacher, Sarah Cottrell: Hello Trinity Family! My name is Sarah Cottrell, and I am excited that God has led me to join the amazing TCS team as a teacher. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where I was a competitive gymnast for thirteen years. I also lived in Texas and Alaska before settling in Georgia. I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. In my free time, I love to read, exercise, play games with my daughters, and travel with my family. I cannot wait to see what amazing things God has planned for this year, and I trust that He will lead and guide our every step.


Meet Second Grade Teacher, Melissa Casteel: I'm so honored to be teaching at Trinity! Hello, I'm Melissa Casteel, and I'm excited to be joining the 2nd grade team. I grew up in Roswell, GA, and studied at the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!). I landed in metro Richmond, VA and had two wonderful children, Claire (9) and Eli (7). I hope to bring them to Trinity soon. In 2019, my family returned to Georgia. We chose Newnan as our new home to be accessible to our extended family here in Georgia. I love good restaurants, animals, gardening, and painting in watercolor. You will find me on the soccer field or with my girl scout troop on the weekends. Thank you for the warm welcome!

Meet Second Grade Teacher, Teresa Russell: Hello Trinity Family! My name is Teresa Russell and I will be teaching second grade this year. I graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a degree in education.

My husband is retired from the military and we've lived in Oklahoma, Germany,Texas, Washington State and now we are settled in Georgia.

I come with 20 + years in the education field and I'm excited to work at a Christian School to help prepare today's students to impact tomorrow's world.

Meet Third Grade Teacher, Courtney Gable: Hi TCS! My name is Courtney Gable, and I am thrilled to be teaching third grade this year! I grew up in Newnan and love that I get to raise my family here. I received my degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of West Georgia. I met my husband, Ross at UWG. We have two daughters who are Trinity students; Ellis is in the third grade and Palmer is in the first grade. I am passionate about studying God's Word and serving in my church, and you can almost always find me with an iced latte in my hand.



Meet Our New Teacher’s Assistants

Meet K4 Teacher’s Assistant, Jayme Geeslin: Hi Trinity Family! My name is Jayme Geeslin and I am so excited and grateful to be joining the Pre-K4 team this year. I am originally from Roanoke, Virginia but have lived in Georgia for the past 13 years. I received my bachelor’s degree in Communication and Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from Virginia Tech. My husband and I have two sons, Ben and Sam, who attend Trinity and love it. Our family has been so blessed being at Trinity and I’m excited to join the community as a teacher assistant.

Meet K4 Teacher’s Assistant, Sophea Jackson: Hello Trinity family! My name is Sophea Jackson, and I feel very blessed and excited to be joining such a wonderful team! I’m originally from Cambodia but moved here with my family over 20 years ago. Some of the things that I really enjoy are cooking, traveling with my family, walking, camping, and fishing.





Meet Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant, Stephanie Querna: Hello Lions!  My name is Stephanie Querna and I am a kindergarten assistant. I look forward to meeting you. I am originally from Northern California, where I graduated and earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies with a minor in Child Development. I also met and married my husband in our small college town, Chico. We have been married for 29 years and have proudly called Georgia our home since 2002. Our daughter is a junior here at Trinity and our son graduated TCS in 2019. My family enjoys spending time together playing games, watching movies, walking the dogs, and traveling. I am also a member of a book club, and enjoy reading Christian fiction.

Meet Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant, Leslie Lowery: Hi Trinity Family! My name is Leslie Lowery, I am thrilled to be joining our fantastic team! My education is in radiology and I have twelve years experience in the medical field. I am so excited for this new opportunity that God has provided. My husband and I have three amazing boys who are beginning their third year at Trinity. We are a sports loving family, and I am a lifelong Braves fan. The beach is my favorite place! My family loves adventures, and we enjoy spending time together exploring new places. I am so excited for this year! Go Lions!



Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Becky Knowles: Hello Trinity Families!! My name is Becky Knowles and glad to be joining the Trinity team. I was born and raised in Georgia. I graduated from West GA with a degree in Psychology and minor in Sociology. I have 3 kids and have been part of Trinity for 13 years. My son is going into 11th, daughter is going into 8th and my little man is going into 1st. In my free time I love spending time with my family and watching my kids play baseball and softball. Let's go Lions!!



Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Laura Boswell: Hello! My name is Laura Boswell and I will be a first grade assistant. This is my first year working at Trinity Christian School, but we are not new to the school. TCS has been home to our family for 17 years. My husband Adam and I have been married for 22 years. We have four children. Our sons are 20, 17 and 15 years old. Our daughter is 9 years old. Our oldest is a junior at University of Georgia and the other three attend Trinity. We have had such a wonderful experience here. I am so excited to be a part of the team this year! In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, friends and watching our kids sporting events.


Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Lisa Scarbrough: Hello Trinity family! My name is Lisa Scarbrough, and I am soexcited to be assisting Ms. McConnell in first grade! I grew up inPeachtree City where I enjoy being outside and walking the paths and kayaking with our family. I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees in Early Childhood Education at the University of West Georgia. I am looking forward to a wonderful year getting to know your child and helping make this a fantastic first-grade year!

Meet Second Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Jana Gosdin: Hello! My name is Jana Gosdin. This is my first year at Trinity Christian School and I am thrilled to be assisting Mrs. Sarah Conttrell in second grade. I was born in Missouri, but I have lived in Georgia over half of my life. I have a wonderful husband of sixteen years and two boys who are in sixth and seventh grade at Trinity. In my free time, I love spending time with my family, shopping and traveling.

Student School Supply List for 2024/25

Each grade level has prepared a student supply list. Please bring these items to school on Meet My Teacher Day, August 5th. Student Supply Lists are available on Blackbaud under the “Resources” tab and can also be accessed through the links below. Many families took advantage of pre-ordering our Back to School Supply Kits. Your student’s kit will be placed on your child’s desk for Meet My Teacher Day.

PreK-3

PreK-4

Kindergarten

1st Grade

2nd Grade

3rd Grade

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!

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Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 227

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

Published August 4, 2024

Volume 227

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower School Principal

 

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

We are looking forward to seeing our students and their families on Meet My Teacher Day! Meet My Teacher Day is a special opportunity for your family to meet the teacher and explore the classroom together.

Our administrative team has a special gift for each Lower School student! Look for our administration tables located in the atrium at our Early Learning facility and on the first floor hallway at main campus to receive this special prize.

We can’t wait to see you! We are looking forward to a fantastic school year!

  9:30-11:30am: Last names A-L

  1:30-3:30pm: Last names M-Z   

If you have students at both our Early Learning facility located at our Go Church campus and Trinity’s main campus, feel free to start your visits at whichever location is most convenient for you.

Please remember that Tuesday, August 6th marks our first full day of school. Get ready for an exciting start to the new academic year!

Pick Up Patrol (PreK4 and Kindergarten families ONLY)

You should have received an email from PickUp Patrol regarding your registration and pick up plans for this school year.  

Please be sure to log in to PickUp Patrol and set your child's default pick up plans by Tuesday morning, August 6.

If you did not receive the email, please reach out to Lisa Railey at lisa.railey@tcslions.org.  Please check your spam folder in case it inadvertently was delivered there.

Important Dismissal Information

We have partnered with the company safeDISMISSAL.COM to facilitate our dismissal process for our Early Learning campus (PreK-3 through Kinder) and our Main Campus (1st - 8th grades). One of the many wonderful features of this dismissal process is that your children will remain comfortably and safely in their classroom until the moment they meet you in the "car loading zone". 

Here are a few tips to follow during our dismissal process: 

  • Please make sure to have your ‘pick-up’ card displayed in your front window when entering the dismissal line. Please keep your card displayed until your child has been loaded into your car. 

  • Please stay in-line (no passing) during dismissal as the children will be instructed to walk to specific spots for loading. 

  • To reduce your wait time, please keep up with the car in front of you.  Stay attentive and focused on the car line.

  • If your student does not arrive at the loading spot before you do, you may be instructed to move to a "waiting" area where your child will be notified again. We ask you to move to this area so that we do not hold up the remaining dismissal line.  

  • Please note:  Your child is assigned to be picked up at a particular spot according to the order of cars in line each day.  Please follow the car in front of you until the line stops, regardless of where you might or might not see your child.  Stopping before the line has filled will cause the sequence to be thrown off and delay the line.  We will get your child to the proper spot should they have gone to the wrong place.

Finally, we ask for your patience the first couple of weeks of school as everyone gets accustomed to the process.  It will get faster/better each day!

The administrators and teachers are committed to making this process beneficial to all parties. Please visit www.safeDISMISSAL.com for more information.  Below are a couple of helpful resources to further explain the process.

SafeDismissal Parent INTRO Video

SafeDismissal Parents Info Sheet

Meet our new teaching staff

Meet K3 Teacher, Victoria Wainwright: My name is Victoria Wainwright. Ms. W to my school family. I have 5 children, 3 boys and 2 girls. Two of my children are grown and have families of their own. My youngest three are ages 15, 11 and 9. I am originally from Miami, FL where I began my teaching career over 25 years ago. I started out as a teacher's aide and then taught Pre-Kindergarten for 2 years. I went on to develop and teach a curriculum enrichment program that included Music, Art and Science for children ages 2 through Kindergarten. I am also an artist and professional face painter. I can often be found participating in local church, school and community events painting faces while sharing the love of Jesus. My family and I enjoy being outside together when the weather is nice. We are so excited to be part of the TCS family!


Meet K4 Teacher, Allison Upshaw: Hello Lion Nation! My name is Allison Upshaw and I am excited to be joining the Lower Elementary team as a PreK 4 teacher this year.  My background is in Early Childhood Development, but I have spent the past 20 years raising my family, and several of those years homeschooling my own boys. My family and I enjoy spending time together, and any and all outdoor activities.

Meet First Grade Teacher, McKenna Sterling:  Hi Trinity family! My name is McKenna Sterling and I’m so grateful to be joining you all this year. I recently moved back home to Georgia from Arizona to be close to my parents, who live in the Atlanta area. I’ve been loving living in Peachtree City and all it has to offer. In 2021 I graduated from The University of Alabama with a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (Roll Tide!). I originally taught kindergarten in Henry County, but quickly decided a private Christian school would be a better fit. I have two golden retrievers, Remington and Ryleigh, who are my whole heart. I enjoy exercising, reading, and hanging out with friends and family.



Meet First Grade Teacher, Sarah Barham: Hello Trinity family! My name is Sarah Barham, and I am excited to be joining this wonderful team! I was born and raised in Pennsylvania. I completed my undergraduate studies at Liberty University where I also met my husband, and we shortly moved to Georgia. We have lived in Newnan for 10 years where we are now raising our two wonderful daughters. I enjoy spending time with family and friends, reading books, and traveling with my family.



Meet Second Grade Teacher, Sarah Cottrell: Hello Trinity Family! My name is Sarah Cottrell, and I am excited that God has led me to join the amazing TCS team as a teacher. I was born and raised in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania where I was a competitive gymnast for thirteen years. I also lived in Texas and Alaska before settling in Georgia. I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and Special Education at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. In my free time, I love to read, exercise, play games with my daughters, and travel with my family. I cannot wait to see what amazing things God has planned for this year, and I trust that He will lead and guide our every step.


Meet Second Grade Teacher, Melissa Casteel: I'm so honored to be teaching at Trinity! Hello, I'm Melissa Casteel, and I'm excited to be joining the 2nd grade team. I grew up in Roswell, GA, and studied at the University of Georgia (Go Dawgs!). I landed in metro Richmond, VA and had two wonderful children, Claire (9) and Eli (7). I hope to bring them to Trinity soon. In 2019, my family returned to Georgia. We chose Newnan as our new home to be accessible to our extended family here in Georgia. I love good restaurants, animals, gardening, and painting in watercolor. You will find me on the soccer field or with my girl scout troop on the weekends. Thank you for the warm welcome!

Meet Second Grade Teacher, Teresa Russell: Hello Trinity Family! My name is Teresa Russell and I will be teaching second grade this year. I graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma with a degree in education.

My husband is retired from the military and we've lived in Oklahoma, Germany,Texas, Washington State and now we are settled in Georgia.

I come with 20 + years in the education field and I'm excited to work at a Christian School to help prepare today's students to impact tomorrow's world.

Meet Third Grade Teacher, Courtney Gable: Hi TCS! My name is Courtney Gable, and I am thrilled to be teaching third grade this year! I grew up in Newnan and love that I get to raise my family here. I received my degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of West Georgia. I met my husband, Ross at UWG. We have two daughters who are Trinity students; Ellis is in the third grade and Palmer is in the first grade. I am passionate about studying God's Word and serving in my church, and you can almost always find me with an iced latte in my hand.



Meet Our New Teacher’s Assistants

Meet K4 Teacher’s Assistant, Jayme Geeslin: Hi Trinity Family! My name is Jayme Geeslin and I am so excited and grateful to be joining the Pre-K4 team this year. I am originally from Roanoke, Virginia but have lived in Georgia for the past 13 years. I received my bachelor’s degree in Communication and Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration from Virginia Tech. My husband and I have two sons, Ben and Sam, who attend Trinity and love it. Our family has been so blessed being at Trinity and I’m excited to join the community as a teacher assistant.

Meet K4 Teacher’s Assistant, Sophea Jackson: Hello Trinity family! My name is Sophea Jackson, and I feel very blessed and excited to be joining such a wonderful team! I’m originally from Cambodia but moved here with my family over 20 years ago. Some of the things that I really enjoy are cooking, traveling with my family, walking, camping, and fishing.





Meet Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant, Stephanie Querna: Hello Lions!  My name is Stephanie Querna and I am a kindergarten assistant. I look forward to meeting you. I am originally from Northern California, where I graduated and earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies with a minor in Child Development. I also met and married my husband in our small college town, Chico. We have been married for 29 years and have proudly called Georgia our home since 2002. Our daughter is a junior here at Trinity and our son graduated TCS in 2019. My family enjoys spending time together playing games, watching movies, walking the dogs, and traveling. I am also a member of a book club, and enjoy reading Christian fiction.

Meet Kindergarten Teacher’s Assistant, Leslie Lowery: Hi Trinity Family! My name is Leslie Lowery, I am thrilled to be joining our fantastic team! My education is in radiology and I have twelve years experience in the medical field. I am so excited for this new opportunity that God has provided. My husband and I have three amazing boys who are beginning their third year at Trinity. We are a sports loving family, and I am a lifelong Braves fan. The beach is my favorite place! My family loves adventures, and we enjoy spending time together exploring new places. I am so excited for this year! Go Lions!



Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Becky Knowles: Hello Trinity Families!! My name is Becky Knowles and glad to be joining the Trinity team. I was born and raised in Georgia. I graduated from West GA with a degree in Psychology and minor in Sociology. I have 3 kids and have been part of Trinity for 13 years. My son is going into 11th, daughter is going into 8th and my little man is going into 1st. In my free time I love spending time with my family and watching my kids play baseball and softball. Let's go Lions!!



Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Laura Boswell: Hello! My name is Laura Boswell and I will be a first grade assistant. This is my first year working at Trinity Christian School, but we are not new to the school. TCS has been home to our family for 17 years. My husband Adam and I have been married for 22 years. We have four children. Our sons are 20, 17 and 15 years old. Our daughter is 9 years old. Our oldest is a junior at University of Georgia and the other three attend Trinity. We have had such a wonderful experience here. I am so excited to be a part of the team this year! In my free time, I enjoy spending time with family, friends and watching our kids sporting events.


Meet First Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Lisa Scarbrough: Hello Trinity family! My name is Lisa Scarbrough, and I am soexcited to be assisting Ms. McConnell in first grade! I grew up inPeachtree City where I enjoy being outside and walking the paths and kayaking with our family. I completed my undergraduate and graduate degrees in Early Childhood Education at the University of West Georgia. I am looking forward to a wonderful year getting to know your child and helping make this a fantastic first-grade year!

Meet Second Grade Teacher’s Assistant, Jana Gosdin: Hello! My name is Jana Gosdin. This is my first year at Trinity Christian School and I am thrilled to be assisting Mrs. Sarah Conttrell in second grade. I was born in Missouri, but I have lived in Georgia over half of my life. I have a wonderful husband of sixteen years and two boys who are in sixth and seventh grade at Trinity. In my free time, I love spending time with my family, shopping and traveling.

Student School Supply List for 2024/25

Each grade level has prepared a student supply list. Please bring these items to school on Meet My Teacher Day, August 5th. Student Supply Lists are available on Blackbaud under the “Resources” tab and can also be accessed through the links below. Many families took advantage of pre-ordering our Back to School Supply Kits. Your student’s kit will be placed on your child’s desk for Meet My Teacher Day.

PreK-3

PreK-4

Kindergarten

1st Grade

2nd Grade

3rd Grade

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.

  • Lower School Principal - Sherry Randolph (sherry.randolph@tcslions.org)

  • LS Academic Dean - Leslie Cook (leslie.cook@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Cook can assist you with any academic-related needs for PreK-.3rd grade 

  • LS Director of Student Life - Ashley Moore (ashley.moore@tcslions.org)

    • Mrs. Moore can assist you with general questions regarding the school calendar, uniforms, supply lists, etc.

  • LS Director of LEO Program - Jennifer Duncan (jennifer.duncan@tcslions.org) 

    • Mrs. Duncan oversees our Learning Enrichment Opportunity Program

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

Lower School ADMIN Team: We are here to help!