Lower School News

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 83

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

Published May 10, 2021

Volume 83

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

This year, we are beginning a brand new tradition in Lower School by creating unique grade level end-of-the-year celebrations. These celebrations are in addition to class parties and programs.

  • Preschool will celebrate with a GLOW Party & Ring Pops Day! Get ready to wear neon colors and dance your heart out while wearing glow bracelets and necklaces as a gift from us! We will also provide glow paint, so your student really shines under the black lights! 

  • Kindergarten will enjoy Donuts, Pj’s, & Movie Day! Our kindergarten students will wear their cutest pj’s and eat donuts in the school cafeteria. They will get to see a little glimpse of what eating in the cafeteria looks like for them as rising first graders! Then, it’s time to go to the Student Center for a movie! 

  • First Grade will celebrate with a Bicycle/Scooter & Popsicle Day!  It’s time for them to show off their riding skills! Our first graders will enjoy riding scooters and bikes as we create a safe and fun outdoor experience. We will finish the day with a popsicle treat!

  • Second Grade will head to our stadium for Inflatables at the Stadium and TCBY Day! We have rented four giant inflatables just for our second graders! What could be more fun than an extra large bounce house, triple sports challenge, 20’ super slide, and a 45’ obstacle course! TCBY will be a welcomed treat after having fun in the sun!

  • Third Grade will celebrate BIG as we want to acknowledge their hard work and dedication while in Lower School. It’s a Water Day Bash with Kona Ice! Our students will play on two giant water inflatables - a double lap obstacle challenge with a water slide and a 18’ tiki splash! This bash wouldn’t be complete without a visit from a local fire station. They will use their fire truck to create a giant Water Spray with their fire hose. Expect your third grader to get soaked!!!

We hope your child enjoys their special celebration and looks forward to celebrating these traditions for years to come! 


Chapel

Our students have enjoyed learning about how to “Live Like a King.”

Please see the message below from Pastor Kami:

For the last four weeks, it was a joy to teach your children that God invites us to “Live Like a King”. They have learned that Jesus is the King of Kings, and in His great love and mercy He allows us to be a part of His royal family by adopting us as His precious sons and daughters. He also encourages us to invite others to join us at the table He has prepared for us. I look forward to teaching your children more about God and His promises next year in Chapel.”


Elementary Talent Show

We are excited to celebrate the wide variety of God-given gifts represented in our student body at our Elementary Talent Show on Thursday, May 13th at 6:00 pm in the Student Center located in the Early Learning building.


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 82

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

Published May 2, 2021

Volume 82

 

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

It’s May! Wow! We only have four weeks of school remaining! That’s hard to believe. I am so thankful that we have completed a year of face-to-face instruction. What an incredible blessing! We have many fun activities planned for May. Stay tuned! Thank you for your support this year!


Chapel

Pastor Kami Heilman taught the third lesson in the series “Live Like a King”.

“For the next 4 weeks in Chapel we are learning what it means to “Live Like a King”, looking specifically at King David’s life and relationship with Mephibosheth. Students will be challenged to come to Jesus when they need comfort and healing, and to look for those around them who are hurting and in need. They will also learn that God has adopted us into His family and to choose their friends wisely.”  Pastor Kami


Elementary Talent Show

We are excited to celebrate the wide variety of God-given gifts represented in our student body at our Elementary Talent Show on Thursday, May 13th at 6:00 pm in the Student Center located in the Early Learning building.


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 81

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

Published April 25, 2021

Volume 81

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

We have wrapped up our Reading Olympic Games! Congratulations and Job Well Done to all participants! We will honor each participant with a medal for their hard work. This ceremony will take place during the school day and will be for students only. Stay tuned for more details regarding our awards ceremony!


Elementary Talent Show

We are excited to celebrate the wide variety of God-given gifts represented in our student body at our Elementary Talent Show on Thursday, May 13th at 6:00 pm in the Student Center located in the Early Learning building.


Chapel

Pastor Kami Heilman continued her teaching on the series “Live Like a King”.

“For the next 4 weeks in Chapel we are learning what it means to “Live Like a King”, looking specifically at King David’s life and relationship with Mephibosheth. Students will be challenged to come to Jesus when they need comfort and healing, and to look for those around them who are hurting and in need. They will also learn that God has adopted us into His family and to choose their friends wisely.”  Pastor Kami


Kindergarten Graduation Pictures

Our kindergarten students will have their cap and gown pictures on Tuesday, April 27th.


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 80

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

Published April 18, 2021

Volume 80

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

I recently began Thankful Thursdays with my staff, where we celebrate the small and big things for which we are thankful. We serve a good, good God and focusing on His goodness keeps our perspective exactly where it should be - on God’s goodness, love, mercy, and grace. I am thankful for each family here at Trinity. Your children bring such joy, love, and humor to each and every day.  This community is like no other. 

I have personally witnessed your support of one another time and time again. What a blessing it is to be a part of the Trinity family! On Thankful Thursdays and every day in between, I am grateful that you are here.


Kindergarten Graduation Pictures

Our kindergarten students will have their cap and gown pictures on Tuesday, April 27th.


Chapel

This week, I introduced our students to Pastor Kami Heilman. Pastor Kami is the new Children’s Pastor at Trinity Church. Kami taught Chapel this week and began a series titled “Live Like a King”.  Please read the below message from Pastor Kami regarding this new series:

“For the next 4 weeks in Chapel we are learning what it means to “Live Like a King”, looking specifically at King David’s life and relationship with Mephibosheth. Students will be challenged to come to Jesus when they need comfort and healing, and to look for those around them who are hurting and in need. They will also learn that God has adopted us into His family and to choose their friends wisely.” 


 

Reading Olympics

Our students are enjoying participating in our Olympic Reading Games! The games end on April 22nd. Please submit all forms on or before Thursday, April 22nd.  No late forms will be accepted. If you need another form, please email Amy Robbins at amy.robbins@tcslions.org

Congratulations to our first Gold Medalists:

  • Seth and Jacob Cornejo

  • Audrey and Noah Pelc


Book Fair

Please check your email for information regarding our book fair!


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 79

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

Published April 11, 2021

Volume 79

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

Book Fair

We are excited to offer a Scholastic Book Fair this spring! The students (K3-5th grade) will visit the book fair with their class one time during the week of April 19-23. In order to limit the amount of people visiting the book fair, the students will only visit the book fair with their class rather than with a parent accompanying them. Students that wish to participate will need to have an electronic account set up by a parent for payment. We will not accept cash or checks. More information about the book fair and setting up the electronic account will be sent home after spring break. Happy reading!


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 78

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

Published April 4, 2021

Volume 78

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

Praying your family has a wonderful Easter and Spring Break! 

He Is Risen Indeed! May God bless your family!


Book Fair

We are excited to offer a Scholastic Book Fair this spring! The students (K3-5th grade) will visit the book fair with their class one time during the week of April 19-23. In order to limit the amount of people visiting the book fair, the students will only visit the book fair with their class rather than with a parent accompanying them. Students that wish to participate will need to have an electronic account set up by a parent for payment. We will not accept cash or checks. More information about the book fair and setting up the electronic account will be sent home after spring break. Happy reading!


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 77

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

Published March 28, 2021

Volume 77

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

Last Thursday, we began our Olympic Reading games!! This is a fun optional reading challenge that you can do with your child. Students are encouraged to reach their goal of earning a gold, silver, or bronze medal! For more information contact Amy Robbins.


Last Week In Chapel

Easter is coming soon! Let’s celebrate the Risen King! In last week’s lesson, we learned that every life has a missing piece. People try to fill this emptiness with trophies, accomplishments, money, or friends. Our students learned that only Jesus can fill their emptiness. Jesus is The Missing Piece! 

Main Focus: Jesus is the only who can fill the hole in your heart!

Power Verse: “The angel said,....You are looking for Jesus….He isn’t here. He has been raised from the dead.” Matthew 28:5,6

Whatchagaddaknow: Jesus is The Missing Piece!


Annual Food Drive

We have 3 days remaining in our Annual Food Drive. Thank you for your donations!


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 76

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

Published March 21, 2021

Volume 76

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

We enjoyed two special days last week. Movie Day was a hit! The students loved eating their NCG popcorn and watching a movie on the big screen. Field Day was a huge success! Our students had a great time playing competitive games and showing off their skills!


Report Cards

Report cards will be viewable on Renweb on Monday, the 22nd. We are so proud of our students and their accomplishments thus far!


Don’t forget: Spring Pictures

Tuesday, March 23 and Wednesday, March 24

Students may wear Spring attire.

Tuesday, March 23

5 day PreK4 classes

Kindergarten

1st grade

Wednesday, March 24 ~

PreK3 class

3 Day PreK4 class

2nd and 3rd grades


Annual Food Drive

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

Items needed:

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


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 75

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

Published March 14, 2021

Volume 75

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

Our IOWA testing dates will be Monday, March 15 and Tuesday, March 16. We will be testing on math and english only. Rest assured that this is a stress free testing environment. The test results will provide feedback on the strengths and weaknesses of our students and helps us target areas for curriculum improvement. I encourage you to ensure your child receives a good night’s rest and eats a healthy breakfast. Please be on time as testing will begin promptly at 8:15 (elementary) and 8:30 (kindergarten). Students, who arrive after testing has begun, will need to wait until there is a break before entering the classroom to test.


Upcoming Dates

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

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

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


Last Week in Chapel

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

Main Focus: YOU can demonstrate that Every Soul Matters. 

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

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


Spring Pictures

Tuesday, March 23 and Wednesday, March 24

Students may wear Spring attire.

Tuesday, March 23

5 day PreK4 classes

Kindergarten

1st grade

Wednesday, March 24 ~

PreK3 class

3 Day PreK4 class

2nd and 3rd grades


Annual Food Drive

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

Items needed:

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


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 74

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

Published March 7, 2021

Volume 74

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

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


Upcoming Dates

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

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

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

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

Spring Pictures

Tuesday, March 23 and Wednesday, March 24

Students may wear Spring attire.

Tuesday, March 23

5 day PreK4 classes

Kindergarten

1st grade

Wednesday, March 24 ~

PreK3 class

3 Day PreK4 class

2nd and 3rd grades


Last Week in Chapel

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

Main Focus: YOU can demonstrate that Every Soul Matters. 

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

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


Read Across America Week, March 1st-5th

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

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

  • Tuesday: Crazy Sock Day (Fox in Socks)

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

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

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


IOWA Standardized Testing K-3rd

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


Annual Food Drive

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

Items needed:

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


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 73

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

Published February 28, 2021

Volume 73

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

We are so excited to have our students back on campus this week! We have lots of fun activities planned for the month of March. Stay tuned!


Last Week in Chapel

Last week’s Chapel lesson was a continuation on our series “Every Soul Matters to God”. 

Main Focus: Jesus died for EVERY person in the world!

Power Verse: For this is how God loved the world: He gave his one and only Son, so that everyone who believes in him will not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16

Whatchagaddaknow: Jesus Died Because You Matter To God!


Read Across America Week, March 1st-5th

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

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

  • Tuesday: Crazy Sock Day (Fox in Socks)

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

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

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


Mobile Library Cart for 1st-3rd

When children read it supports cognitive development, improves language skills, prepares them for academic success, increases concentration and discipline, and improves imagination and creativity. The benefits of reading are endless! To kick off Read Across America Week, we are starting a mobile library cart for our 1st-3rd grade students. The library cart will be available during your child’s lunch time. Once students have finished eating their lunch, they may select a book from the library cart. Our outdoor patio will be the perfect reading spot on warm spring days. Children will be provided hand sanitizer before and after selecting their book.

We desire to foster a life-long love for reading during this time!


Annual Food Drive

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

Items needed:

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


Black History Month Highlights

We are very excited to have children’s author, Jonathan Clark, join us as we celebrate Black History Month. Mr. Clark will be reading his book Finding My Y: The Quest for Purpose. This will be a virtual reading for our 1st-3rd grade students on Friday, February 26th. 

(NEW) On Wednesday, February 24 we will celebrate the inventor of the ice cream scoop, Alfred Craelle, as part of our Black History month activities! Our students will learn about Mr. Craelle while indulging in an ice cream cup as a special treat to celebrate!


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 72

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

Published February 21, 2021

Volume 72

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

Praying everyone has a healthy and safe WINTER BREAK!!!


Last Week in Chapel

Returning after Winter Break


Annual Food Drive

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

Items needed:

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


Black History Month (Reposted)

February is Black History Month and we are excited to celebrate the many achievements of African American men and women. We are focusing specifically on the words Foundation, Innovation, and Transformation. Teachers will emphasize how each African American leader’s accomplishments were crucial to founding, innovating, and transforming our society.  

We are very excited to have children’s author, Jonathan Clark, join us as we celebrate Black History Month. Mr. Clark will be reading his book Finding My Y: The Quest for Purpose. This will be a virtual reading for our 1st-3rd grade students on Friday, February 26th. 

(NEW) On Wednesday, February 24 we will celebrate the inventor of the ice cream scoop, Alfred Craelle, as part of our Black History month activities! Our students will learn about Mr. Craelle while indulging in an ice cream cup as a special treat to celebrate! 

(NEW) A big thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Winston for connecting us to the author, Jonathan Clark and for suggesting our lesson on Alfred Craelle. Our students will enjoy these wonderful opportunities!! 


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

First-class February 8th! 

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 71

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

Published February 14, 2021

Volume 71

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

Praying everyone has a healthy and safe WINTER BREAK!!!


Last Week in Chapel

Returning after Winter Break


Annual Food Drive

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

Items needed:

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


Black History Month (Reposted)

February is Black History Month and we are excited to celebrate the many achievements of African American men and women. We are focusing specifically on the words Foundation, Innovation, and Transformation. Teachers will emphasize how each African American leader’s accomplishments were crucial to founding, innovating, and transforming our society.  

We are very excited to have children’s author, Jonathan Clark, join us as we celebrate Black History Month. Mr. Clark will be reading his book Finding My Y: The Quest for Purpose. This will be a virtual reading for our 1st-3rd grade students on Friday, February 26th. 

(NEW) On Wednesday, February 24 we will celebrate the inventor of the ice cream scoop, Alfred Craelle, as part of our Black History month activities! Our students will learn about Mr. Craelle while indulging in an ice cream cup as a special treat to celebrate! 

(NEW) A big thank you to Mr. and Mrs. Winston for connecting us to the author, Jonathan Clark and for suggesting our lesson on Alfred Craelle. Our students will enjoy these wonderful opportunities!! 


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

First-class February 8th! 

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 70

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

Published February 7, 2021

Volume 70

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

We are very excited to have children’s author, Jonathan Clark, join us as we celebrate Black History Month. Mr. Clark will be reading his book Finding My Y: The Quest for Purpose. This will be a virtual reading for our 1st-3rd grade students on Friday, February 26th. Below is a description of his book Finding My Y: The Quest for Purpose:

“The world is filled with many different kinds of people, and each and every one of us was created with purpose. We differ by age, gender, race, appearance, and many other things, but everyone has something special and each of our lives has meaning. Your life matters and you are here for a reason.  God created everything with intention and purpose, and that includes you!  You are never too young to start imagining who you might become and how you might make a difference in the world.  You are capable of greatness if you have the courage to dream big, work hard, and never lose sight of those dreams along the way. This is the story of one little boy's desire to belong, and his journey to keep his flame of hope alive as he discovers what is possible for his life if he doesn't give up.”


Last Week in Chapel

We began a new series in Chapel last week titled “Every Soul Matters to God”. Through the story of the Apostle Paul, we learned that every soul matters to God - not just people who are like us.


Black History Month (Reposted)

February is Black History Month and we are excited to celebrate the many achievements of African American men and women. We are focusing specifically on the words Foundation, Innovation, and Transformation. Teachers will emphasize how each African American leader’s accomplishments were crucial to founding, innovating, and transforming our society.


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

First-class February 8th! 

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 69

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

Published January 31, 2021

Volume 69

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

February is Black History Month and we are excited to celebrate the many achievements of African American men and women. We are focusing specifically on the words Foundation, Innovation, and Transformation. Teachers will emphasize how each African American leader’s accomplishments were crucial to founding, innovating, and transforming our society.  

Upcoming dates:

  • February 1st  - 101st Day of School (Dress as a dalmatian or wear black and white to celebrate 101 days of school.)


Re-enrollment

Don’t forget to re-enroll before February 15th to guarantee a spot for next year!


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


Character Education Class for JANUARY (REPOSTED)

The month of January will focus on the Fruit of the Spirit: self-control. 

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

Drama:

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

First-class February 8th! 

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

Monday

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

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 68

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

Published January 24, 2021

Volume 68

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

Re-enrollment is now open! We are excited to have your family here this school year. We would love to have every family return. Don’t forget to re-enroll early to guarantee a spot for next year!

Here are a few upcoming dates:

  • January 27th - The Celebration Cart will be selling hot chocolate for $1.00

  • January 29th  - 100th Day of School (Specific information will be communicated by your child’s teacher.)

  • February 1st  - 101st Day of School (Dress as a dalmatian or wear black and white to celebrate 101 days of school.)


Last Week of School Schedule

Monday, May 24

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

Tuesday, May 25

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

Wednesday, May 26

  • Class Parties

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

Thursday, May 27

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

8:30am - 3rd Grade

9:30am - 2nd Grade

10:30am - 1st Grade

11:30am - Preschool

7:00pm - Kindergarten Graduation

Friday, May 28

  • Summer Break


Character Education Class for JANUARY (REPOSTED)

The month of January will focus on the Fruit of the Spirit: self-control. 

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

For details, please email Lisa Railey (lisa.railey@tcslions.org)

Monday

  • Drama 1st-3rd

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 67

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

Published January 17, 2021

Volume 67

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

Our second semester has started off great! Here are a couple of upcoming dates:

  • January 18th - MLK Day (No School)

  • January 29th  - 100th Day of School (specific information will be communicated by your child’s teacher.)

  • February 1st  - 101st Day of School (Dress as a Dalmatian to celebrate 101 days of school.)


Last Week In Chapel

We learned about “The Amazing God Diet”. We studied the story of Daniel and his “special diet” and learned that, as Chrstians, we must choose to let only things that are pure into our minds and hearts. In order to live a strong and healthy life as a Christian, we must be very careful about what we put into our minds and hearts through music, movies, YouTube, and through our conversations with others.

Main Focus: We must be careful what we put into our minds and hearts!

Power Verse: “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into  a new person by changing the way you think….” Romans 12:2

Whatchagaddaknow: Garbage In, Garbage Out! What Goes In Will Come Out!


LEO Program (Learning Enrichment Opportunities): 

As mentioned in our summer newsletter, the LEO Program has started for the second semester! The LEO (Learning Enrichment Opportunities) program is designed to reach students in 1st-3rd grades, who need an academic challenge outside of the classroom environment. This is a class offering for advanced students who meet certain criteria based on factors such as academic performance, motivation, creativity, and test scores. This class is taught by our Director of Academics, Amy Robbins.


Character Education Class for JANUARY (REPOSTED)

The month of January will focus on the Fruit of the Spirit: self-control. 

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

For details, please email Lisa Railey (lisa.railey@tcslions.org)

Monday

  • Drama 1st-3rd

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 66

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

Published January 10, 2021

Volume 66

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

The students are settling in well after Christmas break. I enjoy seeing the hallways and classrooms filled with fun and laughter from your children.

Last week’s Chapel lesson was titled “Fresh Start”. We learned that God can erase our past and change our future. We studied the life of Matthew as a disciple. Matthew left his old life behind and chose to follow Jesus. 

We focused on the following three truths:

  1. Jesus knows everything about you, but loves you anyway!

  2. Jesus doesn't see what you are, but what you can be!

  3. Choose to follow Jesus, and he will give you a fresh start!

Our Power Verse was: “...anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!” 2 Corinthians 5:17


Spanish Update for Elementary

Mrs. Perez was unable to return to Trinity after Christmas break. We are so appreciative of the time Mrs. Perez worked at Trinity. Julia Stone will now be your child’s Spanish teacher. We are so pleased to have Mrs. Stone return to teaching Spanish, as she previously taught Spanish at Trinity for five years. The students are already loving it!


Report Cards for 2nd Quarter 

Final grades from the end of the semester will be made available online through RenWeb on Monday, January 11.


Character Education Class for JANUARY

Note from Mrs. Hurt: In January we will focus on the fruit of the Spirit: self- control. Titus 2:6 states,  “....encourage the young men to be self-controlled. In everything, set them an example by doing what is good.”
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

For details, please email Lisa Railey (lisa.railey@tcslions.org)

Monday

  • Drama 1st-3rd

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 65

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

Published January 3, 2021

Volume 65

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

Happy New Year! I hope your family had a wonderful Christmas break! We are looking forward to the second half of our school year and all it brings for our Trinity students and families. Praying God’s blessings over your family in this new year!


Report Cards for 2nd Quarter 

Final grades from the end of the semester will be made available online through RenWeb on Monday, January 11.


Character Education Class for JANUARY

Returning next week.  

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

For details, please email Lisa Railey (lisa.railey@tcslions.org)

Monday

  • Drama 1st-3rd

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

Inside the Pride Lower School News - Volume 64

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

Published December 13, 2020

Volume 64

 
Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

Sherry Randolph - Early Learning & Lower Elementary School Principal

 

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

We are having lots of fun in Lower School! We are practicing for our Christmas programs, finishing up our academics for Semester 1, and participating in lots of Christmas fun. We are excited for this coming week as well! We can’t wait to see our students dressed in their holiday wear. Thursday will be extra special as we celebrate the birth of Christ as a Trinity family through our musical programs. I am looking forward to seeing you this week!


Christmas Dress Down Days (REPOSTED)

  • Monday, December 14: Christmas Sweater (regular or ugly) and Christmas Socks

  • Tuesday, December 15: Cozy Christmas (Pajamas)

  • Wednesday, December 16: Holiday Cheer (Red and Green)


Six Flags “Read to Succeed” Tickets Extended

Six Flags is extending the deadline for those who earned tickets last school year. Tickets will now be valid through August 31, 2021. Learn more at www.sixflags.com/read


End of Fall Semester (Last Week Schedule 12/14-12/18) (Reposted)

Monday-Wednesday (School with half-day dismissal)

  • NOTE: Please arrive at the appropriate time, and do not arrive earlier to avoid traffic issues.

    • Preschool & Kindergarten Students - Dismissal begins at 11am

    • Elementary Students with Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11am

    • Elementary Students without Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11:30am

Thursday (Lower School programs - NO SCHOOL for students)

  • NOTE: Pre-K-3rd grade will have Christmas programs taking place on campus throughout the day. 

Friday (NO SCHOOL - MERRY CHRISTMAS)

*For students who are unable to be picked up at the half day dismissal time, we will provide free care until 2:35 for preschool/kindergarten and 3:30 for elementary students.


Lower School Christmas Programs, December 17th (Reposted)

We are planning a fun Christmas event for our Lower School families! We will have grade level programs in the gymnasium. Each student will be given 2 tickets for guests. We regret that we cannot offer additional tickets, as we want to ensure that everyone remains healthy and follow recommended guidelines. 

  • Preschool Program - 9:00am

  • Kindergarten Program - 10:00am

  • 1st Grade Program - 11:00am

  • 2nd Grade Program - 1:00pm

  • 3rd Grade Program - 2:00pm


Character Education Class for december

December’s fruit of the Spirit is Faithfulness.  

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law. Galatians 5:22-23


House Competition

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


After School Club Schedule

For details, please email Lisa Railey (lisa.railey@tcslions.org)

Monday

  • Drama 1st-3rd (starts 9/14)

Wednesday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Running Club - 1st-3rd grades

Thursday

  • Art Club - 1st-5th grades

  • Chess Club - 1st-5th grades