Inside the Pride Middle School News - Volume 252
Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Middle School
Published February 9, 2025
Volume 252
Adam Vinson - Middle School Principal
A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON
This Tuesday evening, February 11, the Coweta County Commissioners will vote on Trinity’s
application to rezone the Property on Fischer Road for campus expansion. We need as many parents as possible to attend the County Commission Meeting to show support for this important step in Trinity’s growth.
Where: 37 Perry Street, Newnan
When: Tuesday, February 11, at 6:00 PM
What: Attend and show support for the campus expansion – no need to speak!
Wear : Purple to represent Trinity!
Your presence will make a difference in demonstrating our commitment to providing the best opportunities for our students. Thank you for standing with us in this effort.
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
UPCOMING MIDDLE SCHOOL DATES
Feb 10 - House Color Day
Feb 14 - Valentine’s Day Dress Down
(wear pink or red)
Feb 24 - 90 Days ‘til 9th Grade
(8th grade only)
Feb 27 - Family Night
(no homework or assessments)
NEWS and NOtes From THE MIDDLE SCHOOL
G.R.A.C.E. WEEK
We are once again focusing on G.R.A.C.E. as we seek to remind our students what it means to appreciate and love the imago dei in every person. G.R.A.C.E. stands for Gender, Resources, Ability, Color and Ethnicity. Our focus is to show our students how people of the opposite GENDER, people of different economic status (RESOURCES), people who lack certain ABILITIES (viewed as disabilities) and people who look different, talk different, and act different (COLOR AND ETHNICITY) are still very much image bearers of God…a quality we often embrace about ourselves, but often fail to see in others. This week students will have a chance to work through passages of Scripture in their special week-by-week to better understand what the Bible has to say about each of these areas.
MATH TEACHER NEEDED FOR 2025-2026
We are looking to hire a math teacher for next year if you know of any qualified candidates. Please refer them to the employment section on our TCS website for additional details or have them email Mr. Vinson directly!
YOU’RE INVITED: COFFEE WITH THE PRINCIPAL
We are excited to host our 3rd “Coffee with the Principal” for this school year! Our next gathering is scheduled for Thursday, February 13 at 8:15am. Mark your calendars and plan to join if you are able. Topics of discussion will include:
Semester 2 Events - What special activities and trips are planned for the Spring Semester?
Clubs - What challenges have we faced with clubs and how might we overcome those challenges in order to offer more clubs next school year?
2025-2026 Ideas - Speaking of next school year, as we think through adjustments and improvements for next year, what would you like to see added or emphasized in anticipation of 2025-2026?
Want to join us for this time of fellowship and discussion? SIGN UP HERE
Weekly Updates and Information
THIS WEEK IN CHAPEL
Pastor Christian Norman, FBC Woodstock, shared with students the challenge of not compromising in life when it comes to our faith. Pastor Norman shared his story about God’s calling on his life and what he learned about staying the course of God’s calling. He challenged the students to be honest about their desires, embrace the community God has given us to learn and grow, and commit to making disciples. Students were encouraged to think through the reality: if we have access to the spirit of God, equipped with the Word of God, then we can make disciples to the glory of God.
LIONS OF THE WEEK
6th Grade - Connor Arrington
7th Grade - Chandler Haning
8th Grade - Emmy Roth
THIS WEEK’S MEMORY VERSE
As you may notice, our 4th-8th graders memorize the same verses each year. These memory verses are selected intentionally based on the promises and truths they contain that are so relevant for our students as they learn to follow Goodness. Our hope is that these 20 verses will be remembered for years to come after being memorized for multiple years in Upper Elementary and Middle School.
Hebrews 3:12-13
v. 12 Take care, brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart, leading you to fall away from the living God. v. 13 But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called “today,” that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin.
For Middle School Only:
Distinction Requirements:
Hebrews 3:14 – For we have come to share in Christ, if indeed we hold our original confidence firm to the end.
6th Grade - Memorize v. 14
7th Grade - Memorize v. 14 and quiz with no blanks
8th Grade - Memorize v. 14, quiz with no blanks and write application paragraph
FEBRUARY HABITUDES MOMENT
Below you will find the monthly habitude for each grade level highlighting important leadership principles to implement in their own lives. Learn more about our Habitudes curriculum here.
6th Monthly Habitude: Drivers and Passengers
Principle: Leaders own their destinations in life.
Lesson Summary: When life goes bad, some people tend to blame someone else for the problem. They act like passengers. Leaders realize they are drivers and are responsible for their attitudes and destination in life.
7th Monthly Habitude: Pocket Change
Principle: Leaders earn credibility by displaying integrity.
Lesson Summary: Leaders earn credibility with others by displaying integrity and making wise decisions. This puts emotional change in their pocket and enhances their influence. If leaders fail to do this, they lose the change in their pocket with people. Leaders are consistently filling or emptying their pockets.
8th Monthly Habitude: Flight Delay
Principle: Experienced travelers know they are not in complete control. Delays occur, storms erupt, and interruptions happen. Similarly, everyone must calibrate their expectations, manage disappointments, and be realistic about the speed and ease of our lives.
Lesson Summary: This Habitude is another picture of life, especially when we are living in seasons of transition. We begin with a certain expectation. Inevitably, though, something will happen that we didn't expect. Somehow, the best-laid plans can fail. Life shifts. We find that we're not in control.
HOUSE SYSTEM COMPETITION
Check out who is leading the competition at www.tcshouses.weebly.com.
MIDDLE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM:
WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
Principal:
Adam Vinson (adam.vinson@tcslions.org)
Director of Academics and Student Development:
Tiffany McBurnett (tiffany.mcburnett@tcslions.org) - Mrs. McBurnett helps oversee our academic program while also handling discipline.
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Kristn Peavy (kristan.peavy@tcslions.org) - Mrs. Peavy provides direction and guidance related to each grade level’s curriculum.
Academic Coordinator
Melissa Lanier (melissa.lanier@tcslions.org) - Mrs. Lanier oversees our class placement and return-to-academics process for students who have been absent.
Director of Spiritual Development
Wesley Lassiter (wesley.lassiter@tcslions.org) - Mr. Lassister oversees the spiritual development of our student body.
MIDDLE SCHOOL HELPFUL LINKS AND REMINDERS
24/25 SCHOOL CALENDAR - Stay in the know about upcoming breaks and holidays.
PRE-ABSENCE FORM - Submit pre-planned absences 5 days ahead of time for approval.
COMMUNITY SERVICE FORM - 10 service hours are due by May 2024.
DRESS CODE OVERVIEW - Check out this year’s guidelines.
IT HELP DESK LINK - If your child has an issue with their Chromebook, submit a ticket.
THRIVAL GUIDE - Learn more about how to not just survive, but “thrive” during middle school at TCS with thoughts and tips from our team.
RIDING HOME WITH A FRIEND?
If your student will be going home with another student during dismissal, please send an email to receptionist@tcslions.org OR tiffany.mcburnett@tcslions.org.
IS YOUR CHILD SICK OR ABSENT?
The following steps should be taken for reporting absences for 4th - 8th grade:
Send excuses for absences, including doctor’s notes to attendance@tcslions.org.
Send PRE-ABSENCE REQUESTS (family trips, etc.) to Melissa Lanier (melissa.lanier@tcslions.org) via your child’s 1st period teacher.
WHAT IF MY CHILD IS ABSENT 1-5 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 through our Return to Academics program.
WHAT IF MY CHILD IS ABSENT 5+ DAYS? - Reach out to Melissa Lanier (Return to Academics Coordinator) so we can best determine a makeup plan for your child. Mrs. Lanier will help collect makeup work for you to simplify the process.
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.
NEED TO ACCESS BLACKBAUD CLASSROOM INFORMATION?
Be sure to check Blackbaud regularly to stay informed about your child’s progress this year!
LESSON PLANS: Need to know what your child is learning in the classroom? Check the “Topics” section for each of your child’s classes.
HOMEWORK: Need to know what assignments your child should be completing at home? Check the “Topics” section for each of your child’s classes.
GRADES/PROGRESS: Need to know how your child did on their last assessment? Check the “Grade Detail” section for each of your child’s classes.