Inside the Pride Middle School News - Volume 284

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

Published October 26, 2025

Volume 284

 

Adam Vinson - Middle School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Here at TCS, we value the feedback of our parents as your thoughts and insight help us improve on the experience we are striving to provide to each student here at Trinity. We would be grateful if you would take the time to complete our Q1 survey to provide feedback on the first 9 weeks of school. Each year I read through every submission with a goal of growing and learning in my role here. I appreciate any feedback you would like to provide. 

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 EVENTS

Check out our SCHOOL CALENDAR 

  • Oct 31: House Color and Competition Day

  • Nov 18: Family Night - no homework or assessments

  • Nov 20: Coffee with the Principal

  • Nov 24-28: Thanksgiving Break

HOUSE COLOR DAY ON FRIDAY

Don’t forget to wear your house color this Friday, Oct 31! Remember, we will be on a chapel-type schedule for this day with students reporting directly to the gym for house games starting at 7:50am. In addition, we will have our second House Huddle time to follow. 

***Students who wear their house color will be able to participate in our house games.

FAMILY NIGHT ON NOVEMBER 18

Our next family night is coming up soon! Remember, there will be NO HOMEWORK to complete and NO ASSESSMENTS to study for on this night. Enjoy the slower evening together as a family!

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. 

I Peter 5:8-9

v. 8 Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. v. 9 Resist him, firm in your faith, knowing that the same kinds of suffering are being experienced by your brotherhood throughout the world.


For Middle School Only: 

Distinction Requirements: 

I Peter 5:6-7 – Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, 7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.

  • 6th Grade - Memorize v. 6-7

  • 7th Grade - Memorize v. 6-7 and quiz with no blanks

  • 8th Grade - Memorize v. 6-7, quiz with no blanks and write application paragraph

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL

Dr. Anthony shared from Luke 14 about Jesus’ invitation to the kingdom of God. Students were encouraged to see that Jesus declared that all were invited to the kingdom of God, no matter our background or where we are from. The students were challenged to understand that God invites all of us; we should not make excuses, and we should seek to invite all those around us as well. If God is open to everyone being welcomed to His kingdom, then we should be too.

LIONS OF THE MONTH: OCTOBER

For October, we are looking to highlight students who are striving to perform above and beyond in the classroom. Throughout Q2, challenge your child to do their very best and to even exceed expectations in all they strive to do over these upcoming weeks!

ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES

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 SICK AND 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 SICK AND 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.

NEED TO ACCESS BLACKBAUD CLASSROOM INFORMATION?

Be sure to check Blackbaud regularly to stay informed about your middle schooler’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.

MIDDLE SCHOOL RESOURCES

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CHECK OUT THE HELPFUL TOOLS BELOW REGARDING THE 25-26 SCHOOL YEAR

25-26 SCHOOL CALENDAR - Stay in the know about upcoming breaks and holidays. 

PRE-ABSENCE FORM - Submit pre-planned absences 5 days in advance for approval.

DRESS CODE POLICY - Note the minor changes/adjustments for this year. 

COMMUNITY SERVICE FORM - Reminder that all middle schoolers are required to complete 10 hours of service by May 2026.

IT HELP DESK LINK - If your child has an issue with their Chromebook, submit a ticket.

MIDDLE SCHOOL THRIVAL GUIDE - Don’t just survive middle school, help your child THRIVE during these years! Check out the helpful guide assembled by our TCS staff based on years of middle school experience

OUR TEAM IS HERE TO HELP!