Inside the Pride Middle School News - Volume 300

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

Published March 8, 2026

Volume 300

 

Adam Vinson - Middle School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

We are down to the final week of Q3! Encourage your child to do their very best this week as we wrap up assessments for this 9-week grading period. Check out the timeline below so you can review your child’s progress.

  • Friday, March 13 - Q3 Grading Period Ends

  • Monday, March 23 - Q3 Report Cards posted on Blackbaud by 4pm

As we prepare for Q4, let’s plan to finish strong together. The final 9-week grading period is always exciting as students begin anticipating the summer break. There will be lots of events and activities along with opportunities to celebrate all of this year’s achievements. Stay tuned for next week’s issue as we will be releasing end of year plans for the final weeks of this school year!

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 

  • Mar 16-17: SAT10 Testing

  • Mar 17: St. Patrick’s Dress Down Day (wear green)

  • Mar 23: House Color Day

  • Mar 24: Coweta Works Day (8th grade only - rescheduled)

  • Mar 24-26: 7th Grade Ark/Creation Museum Trip

  • Mar 27: Remote Learning Day

ENROLLMENT FOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

We have started accepting new students for next year, and we don’t want any great, potential families to miss out. If you have friends or family who may be interested in TCS for the 2026-2027 school year, please encourage them to APPLY NOW! The LORD has great things in store for next year, and we believe the best additions to our student body are often the ones connected to YOU. We would love for you to recommend some of the great families you know to join us for next year!

EXCITEMENT FOR 2026-2027

Q/A MEETING OFFERED

Do you have questions related to the 26-27 school year that you need answered to help your family in making decisions about re-enrollment? I would love to connect with each other to help! We are excited about next year and want your child to be a part of what is in store! Complete this form if you would like to schedule a time to connect.

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STUDENT COUNCIL AND JR BETA CLUB MEETINGS

Our monthly meetings for both Student Council and Jr. Beta will take place this upcoming week. If you have a child in either club, please help remind them of their responsibilities this week. 

  • Student Council - Meeting on Monday, March 9 during 3rd Period

Be sure to have your child check their email for any instructions or reminders from Mrs. Peavy. 

*Remember, students who miss an assessment during Student Council will complete the assessment during their PE class that day. 

  • Jr Beta Club - Meeting on Wednesday, March 11 during D-Group

Be sure to have your child check their email for any instructions or reminders from Mrs. Peavy. 

SAT10 STANDARDIZED TESTING: 

Our Stanford 10 standardized testing is coming up in just two weeks! Please make sure to have your child present on March 16-17. Students will take this norm-referenced test to show growth and mastery of skills and content in comparison to a national standard. There will not be any makeup testing. Please make sure to have your child at school ON TIME to help reduce the disruptions of entering the test late. Also, make sure they bring their Chromebook fully charged!

OVERNIGHT EXPERIENCES: WHO TO CONTACT?

We are excited about this semester’s Overnight Experiences for each of our middle school grades. Be sure to connect with the appropriate trip coordinator if you have any questions leading up to each trip. 

6th Grade Chattanooga Trip: 

7th Grade Ark/Creation Museum Trip: 

8th Grade Disney Trip: 

  • Dates: April 20-23

Trip Coordinator: Tiffany McBurnett (tiffany.mcburnett@tcslions.org)

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. 

Psalm 119:9-11

v. 9 How can a young man keep his way pure? By guarding it according to your word. 

v. 10 With my whole heart I seek you; let me not wander from your commandments!

v. 11 I have stored up your word in my heart, that I might not sin against you.

For Middle School Only: 

Distinction Requirements: 

Psalm 119:12-13 – Blessed are you, O LORD; teach me your statutes! With my lips I declare all the rules of your mouth. 6th Grade - Memorize v. 12-13

  • 7th Grade - Memorize v. 12-13 and quiz with no blanks

  • 8th Grade - Memorize v. 12-13, quiz with no blanks & write application paragraph

LIONS OF THE MONTH: February

For February, we are highlighting students who live out the Boldness theme we have covered in D-Groups and Chapel. These students seek to live rightly before their teachers and classmates. They seek to do what is right, to lead by example, and to honor the Lord in their behavior.

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL

Mr. Howard, 9th Grade Bible Teacher, shared from John 11 concerning Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. Taking a specific focus on the faith of Lazarus’ loved ones, the students were challenged to understand that boldness comes from a humble posture before the throne of God and to serve faithfully. The students were taught that humble faith confesses who Jesus is, overflows in worship for God’s glory, and serves because Jesus first served us. Looking at the example of Mary and Jesus washing feet, the students were shown what humble faith looks like. The students were challenged to understand that boldness means to trust Jesus for today, kneel before the throne, and boldly serve others.

ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES

The following steps should be taken for reporting absences for 4th - 8th grade:

  • 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

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. Please give us as much advance notice as possible so we can ensure the dismissal system is updated to reflect the change.

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. 

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE POLICY - When is it appropriate to use AI for assignments?

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!