Inside the Pride Middle School News - Volume 103

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

Published October 24, 2021

Volume 103

 

Adam Vinson - Middle School Principal

 
 
 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Fall is in the air and we are looking forward to a time of celebration this coming Thursday, October, 28 at our Family Fun Day Celebration. Be sure to join us from 5:30-8:00pm at the stadium where we will have plenty of food, games and activities for the whole family! One of my favorite things about Trinity is the unbelievable community that comes with being a part of this school. Trinity is FAMILY! We hope you will join us for a fun night together!

HOW ARE WE DOING?

Let me know how our team is doing in keeping you informed about your child’s education this year. If you are lacking communication regarding one of your child’s classes, please let me know so I can help! adam.vinson@tcslions.org

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL

Mr. Veal (6th Grade History Teacher) reminded our students of the importance of character and the ways our character reflects the decisions we make in life from the story of Abraham and Lot in Genesis 13. Mr. Veal also used the analogy of the Iceberg (an image from our Habitudes curriculum) - the idea that 90% of who we are is below the surface.

LIONS OF THE WEEK

Students who were recognized this week by their teachers for their exceptional example set in their recent performance, attitude or action.

  • 6th Grade = Brandon Jaroszewski

  • 7th Grade = Libby Holloway 

  • 8th Grade = Benjamin Sprague

OCTOBER MEMORY VERSES: Hebrews 1:1-4 (ESV)

Help your child learn their memory verses over the course of this month. 

Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, 2 but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world. 3 He is the radiance of the glory of God and the exact imprint of his nature, and he upholds the universe by the word of his power. After making purification for sins, he sat down at the right hand of the Majesty on high, 4 having become as much superior to angels as the name he has inherited is more excellent than theirs

OCToBER HABITUDES MOMENT

Check out the leadership principles our students are learning this month! Learn more about our Habitudes curriculum here. 

  • 6th = Thermostat and Thermometer - Leaders set the tone for those around them. 

    • Lesson Summary = People are either thermometers or thermostats. They will merely reflect the climate around them, or they will set it. Leaders develop values and principles to live by and set the tone for others. 

  • 7th = Chess and Checkers - Lead others by their strengths and personalities. 

    • Lesson Summary = In checkers, all the game pieces move in the same way. In chess, you move each piece differently based on its ability. Wise leaders play chess, not checkers, as they manage relationships. They connect with individuals based on their unique personality and strengths. 

  • 8th = A Bridge Not a Wall - Build bridges or trust with others who are different. 

    • Lesson Summary = Each of us encounters new and different people through life. Our natural inclination is to see differences and put up a wall. We’re prone to distrust. We must consciously build bridges that can bear the weight of honest disclosure.

QUARTER 1 PARENT SURVEY

Last call! If you haven’t completed our Q1 survey please take the time to give us feedback. 

REMINDER: ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES

The following steps should be taken for reporting absences for Pre-K - 8th grade:

  • Please send excuses for absences, including doctor’s notes to attendance@tcslions.org.

  • Any questions or issues? Email attendance@tcslions.org. 

  • *PRE-ABSENCE REQUESTS (family trips, etc.) should be submitted by using the Pre-Absence Form found on Blackbaud. Forms may be printed and given to your child’s teacher at the beginning of the school day or emailed to Kasey Hanson (kasey.hanson@tcslions.org). 

If your child has to miss class this year due to sickness or quarantine, check out our process below for getting your child caught up on missing work and assignments. 

  • WHO WILL HELP ORGANIZE MY CHILD’S MAKEUP WORK? - Kasey Hanson is our RTA (Return to Academics) Coordinator and will help oversee connecting you and your child with a list of missing assignments to complete. Be on the lookout for her emails to help you stay connected. 

  • WHAT IF MY CHILD IS ABSENT 1-2 DAYS? - Have your child connect with their teachers upon their return to the classroom. We will not send makeup work home for sick absences of this length. 

  • WHAT IF MY CHILD IS ABSENT 3+ DAYS? - Mrs. Hanson will be emailing you a Google Sheet with all of the assignments your child will need to complete for each class. 

  • NOTE: If your child is sick, we want your child to focus on resting and healing before worrying about missing assignments. Please know our teachers will work diligently to help your child catch up once they are feeling well enough to complete assignments.

IMPORTANT LINKS

MIDDLE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE CONTACTS

6th Grade Academic Coordinator - Melissa Lanier (melissa.lanier@tcslions.org)

  • Mrs. Lanier can assist you with any academic-related needs for 6th grade.

7th and 8th Grade Academic Coordinator - Emily Walter (emily.walter@tcslions.org)

  • Miss Walter can assist you with any academic-related needs for 7th/8th grade. 

Middle School RTA Coordinator - Kasey Hanson (kasey.hanson@tcslions.org) 

  • Mrs. Hanson can assist you with makeup work due to any extended absences.

Director of Student Life - Tiffany McBurnett (tiffany.mcburnett@tcslions.org)

  • Mrs. McBurnett oversees our special events and field trips while also handling our middle school counseling duties. 

Director of Student Development - Dylan Higgins (dylan.higgins@tcslions.org)

  • Mr. Higgins oversees the spiritual development of our student body while also assisting with academic needs your child may have. 

Director of Skills Development - Jenn Opsahl (jennifer.opsahl@tcslions.org) 

  • Mrs. Opsahl oversees our Skills Development Program. 

Dean of Students - Ryan Tipton (ryan.tipton@tcslions.org)

  • Mr. Tipton addresses any disciplinary issues throughout the year.