TRINITY MIKE FITZPATRICK FORD STUDENT

“ATHLETE OF THE WEEK” AWARDS

By Samantha DePriest

Trinity Christian School is honored to have Mike Fitzpatrick of Fitzpatrick Ford in Newnan recognize several of our Fall student athletes with the “Athlete of the Week” Award. We join Mr. Fitzpatrick in saying that we are wholeheartedly proud of these athletes who demonstrate qualities of leadership, character, and determination in their sport and on their teams. Below are our most recent recipients of the Fitzpatrick “Athlete of the Week Award” for the month of September. Way to go Lions!!

Addie Moore

9/4/23

Addie is on the Varsity Cheer team and a Senior this year. Addie is an all-around cheerleader, she always comes to games and practice with a positive attitude and a smile on her face. She is always willing to step in and try any position. She is one of our team chaplains and handles it all with grace.

Phoenix Moss


9/11/23

Phoenix is a Senior on the Varsity Football team. Phoenix has become a leader by example already this season. Phoenix is a game-changer when he is on the field no matter what side of the ball. In week 2, Moss had 19 carries for 178 yards, 2 TDS, and 1 2-point conversion. This Navy Commit leads by example in how he works at practice and it shows up in his gameplay. 

Preston Ziobro

9/18/23

Preston is a Senior on the Varsity Cross Country team. This is Preston's 7th year running XC for TCS.  2 weeks ago at the LCA Invitational Preston not only won the entire race in a massive field but also set the TCS course record at that venue.  He is truly a champion in every sense of the word!

Lily FloyD

9/25/23

Lily is a Junior on the Varsity Volleyball team. Over the last 4 matches, Lily has led our team in aces (9), has a solid hitting percentage (.231%), 4 total blocks, 81 assists, and is 2nd in digs with (24). Lily is our team 'glue' being the setter and she's done a great job of being the steady, calm, cool, and collected teammate her team can rely on every match.  

Chick-fil-A Leader Academy Build Food Relief Boxes

Chick-Fil-A Leader Academy Build Food Relief Boxes

By Samantha DePriest

Our Chick fil-A Leader Academy made up of twenty-four junior and senior TCS students visited Midwest Food Bank in Peachtree City recently. During their time there, they served together by preparing food relief boxes for neighboring states recovering from storm damage. Mr. JP Weaver, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy staff liaison, shares, “Our goal with Chick fil-A Leader Academy is to serve and inspire others while learning to become wise leaders at a young age.” The Bible tells us Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, on faithful servants of God’s grace in various forms.’ 1 Peter 4:10

Our students helped support a 6-week project to build 920 boxes of food relief. These efforts will assist in distributing to families in the community of Southeast Kentucky. While at the Food Bank, they learned more about the inner workings of how they acquire and distribute food. Midwest Food Bank serves hundreds of local agencies and non-profits right here in Georgia. All of the food they receive is free of charge and they give it all away free of charge. Former Midwest Food Bank Executive Director Wil Garner often shared with volunteers, “There is not a food shortage problem in our country, there is a food distribution problem.” With only a handful of staff members, they rely 100% on volunteers to sort and distribute food each week as the shelves shrink and swell with healthy food and beverages. If you and your family would like to be a part of this mission, volunteer opportunities can be found when searching the Peachtree City location of Midwest Food Bank.

CFA Leader Academy Team serving at Midwest Food Bank

“It’s amazing to witness our students serve our community off campus during the school day. Each student stepped up to use their God given talents and gifts as faithful servants. From the time you step into the front lobby, to serving inside the warehouse, the tremendous impact felt at Midwest Food Bank is incredible. Additionally, standing alongside the TCS students who represent the CFA Leadership class is full of priceless moments. I am grateful for this experience that involved packing thousands of water bottles to be shipped off to a community in need out of state.” - CFA Leadership Staff Liaison Mr. JP Weaver 

"I love how through this class, we have been given the special opportunity to be able to give back to our community through projects such as serving at Midwest Food Bank today." - Jack Strealy

"It felt great to have the ability to help others nationwide, and it's amazing to see the amount of work that can be done when you get a group of motivated kids together to serve those in need." - Preston Langford 

"We loved being able to serve at Midwest Food Bank as a way to give back to the community. This was a great opportunity to shine the light of Christ while helping those around us! We can't wait to see what God does through this ministry!" - Mary Kathryn White & Cacie Cutright 

Opportunities like these for our students to collaborate and serve together are what our mission at TCS is all about. Teaching these world changers to have hearts of gratitude and be mindful of the needs of others is a gift to future generations at TCS and to our world. To learn more about Midwest Food Bank in Peachtree and the many ways that you and your family can serve together, please visit their website at: Midwest Food Bank

2023 TCS Homecoming Court

2023 TCS Homecoming COurt

By Samantha DePriest

The 2023 HOCO Week at Trinity Christian School has come and gone but the memories of one of our favorite weeks of the year will remain with us. Each year our Homecoming Court representatives are selected by the high school student body as leaders among their peers. The court representatives are a wonderful group of students who are all very involved in both in school and extra curricular activities as well as in their communities and churches. Each of them represent TCS very well and serve as excellent role models for our student body.

2023 TCS Homecoming Queen, Caroline McPherson, and King, Phoenix Moss.

(Image by Oscar Camejo)

On Friday night at the Homecoming football game, our king and queen were crowned and we couldn’t be more excited to share that seniors Caroline McPherson and Phoenix Moss were honored as the 2023 TCS Homecoming king and queen.

Caroline McPherson, 2023 TCS Homecoming queen, is excelling in a rigorous academic schedule in AP and advanced classes. She is very involved in both Varsity cheer and tennis. She holds leadership positions in Student Council and BETA Club. She also is a member of the National Honor Society. Caroline will be attending college in the fall to major in Finance and Communications. Nancy McPherson, Caroline’s Mom shares “Caroline is blessed to call TCS home! She is surrounded by teachers, mentors, and friends who encourage her walk with Christ.!” Varsity Cheer coach Gale Hickman shares, “We are so excited to see our sweet Caroline crowned as Homecoming Queen this year. If you don’t know Caroline, you’re missing out. She is so deserving of this crown and the opportunity to represent Trinity. She is kind, caring, and most of all loves the Lord. We could not be more proud of her.”

Phoenix Moss, 2023 TCS Homecoming king, maintains excellent grades in the classroom and competes on both our Varsity football and track teams. He has already committed to the Naval Academy. Mrs. Layne Moss, Phoenix’s stepmom shares, “Just more confirmation that he is where he is supposed to be. He’s in a place where he is valued and loved. That’s what we pray for. We are incredibly happy for him.” Varsity Football Coach Josh Henry shares, “Phoenix is a guy who hasn’t been at TCS a super long time, but he has made a great impact. I’m blessed enough to get to have a 1 on 1 relationship with Phoenix through being his position coach on the football team, but if there was something I would want the Trinity community to know, it would be that Phoenix Moss is much more than the incredible athlete you see on the field on Friday nights in the Fall and on the track in Spring. Phoenix is a fierce competitor that puts others before himself, and truly carry’s the Joy of the Lord with him everyday. He always has a smile on his face and leads by example. Phoenix personifies everything Trinity is about with his athletic accomplishments, academic success, incredible character, and constant pursuit of growing in his Faith. I consider it my honor to have gotten the opportunity to coach and know Phoenix Moss over the last few years because I am a better person our school is a better place for him being there. That is why he is a great representative of Trinity as the 2023 Homecoming King.”

2023 Homecoming Court Representatives

(Image by Oscar Camejo)


2023 TCS Homecoming Court

2023 TCS HOCO Court

(Image by Shannon Bragg)

A special thank you to TCS Mom, Brandy Floyd, for graciously sharing her time and talent with us in capturing these images below of our Homecoming Student Representatives and their family members on Homecoming night.

Also, a special thank you to Shannon Dallas, TCS Mom and wife of Coach Kenny Dallas, who joyfully supports our TCS Football program by capturing all the sweet moments both on the sidelines and on the field of all of our Friday Night Lights.

And lastly, thank you to one of our many amazing student photographers Sophomore Genna Rinkenberger who is often found on the sidelines getting all those great shots during TCS Athletic events. To view more of Genna’s photographs of TCS sporting events, follow her on Instagram: 📷 g.photo3

Taylor Clark,

Freshman

I have been at TCS since 7th grade. I am involved in Trinity Sports Medicine, the school play, Student Council, volunteering at my church, and I play soccer. What I love about Trinity Christian School is the community of Christians building each other up to be more like Christ.

Luciana Arango,

Sophomore

I have been at TCS for 13 years (pre k 3 and up). I am involved in theater, tennis and I serve as the 10th grade Student Council Officer. I love clubs at Trinity where everyone gets to come together to find community in something we love.

Cate Byars,

Junior

This is my first year at TCS! I am involved in TCS Volleyball and I plan to try out for golf. Some things I love about TCS are the close connection you grow with god, your peers, and teachers, the amazing admin that you can talk to easily, and just the overall experience of a smaller school since I came from a school with over 3,000 kids.

Mary Kathryn White,

JUNIOR

I have been at TCS since Pre K 3.  I am involved in Student Council, Beta Club, NHS, I participate in Track & Field, and am heavily involved in 220 youth ministry at SonRise Baptist Church. (I highly encourage anyone to visit!) What I love about TCS is how loving and encouraging the staff is. It is obvious that their main goal is to help you as a student, but most importantly as a believer, I will forever be thankful for that!

Caroline McPherson,

Senior

I have been at TCS since 10th grade. I am involved in Varsity Cheer, Varsity Tennis, Beta Club, and Student Council. I would be honored to be chosen as Homecoming Queen. To be chosen by my peers and friends to serve on the court has been one of the most humbling experiences of my highschool career. I truly love coming to school, meeting new friends, growing closer to old friends, learning from my teachers, and hopefully serving as a positive role model to underclassmen. To be selected as Homecoming Queen, confirms that I have made a positive impression on the school I so dearly love. Serving on the court and being selected as your 2023 Homecoming Queen would be the honor of a lifetime.

Gabby Mims,

Senior

I have attended TCS since 9th grade. I am involved in Beta Club, Varsity volleyball, and Basketball management. I want to be queen because I want to inspire younger girls to be confident in their skin and know that they can do anything they put their minds to. And I would like to thank God for believing in me even when I didn't think I was capable of accomplishing something so significant.

Molly New,

Senior

I have been at TCS since 10th grade.I am involved in soccer, and I am also the cheer manager.

I would like to be crowned queen, because it would be such an amazing opportunity to represent my school for the girls. It would also be so fun to wear a sparkly tiara.

Braelin Patterson,

Senior

I have been at Trinity since the 5th grade. I am involved in Student council, beta club, Chick-fil-a leadership and National Honor Society. I would like to be crowned homecoming queen because I love trinity and I want to represent my school. It has been a blessing to attend Trinity for almost 8 years. Our school has gifted me life long friends, amazing teachers, and an opportunity to strengthen my relationship with Jesus. For these reasons it would be an honor to be crowned homecoming queen.

Jordyn Rawlings,

Senior

I have been at TCS since Freshman year. I am involved in Soccer, flag football, Sports Medicine, FCA, and Beta Club. I would like to be crowned  Queen because it would be an honor to represent the class of 2024 and a fun memory to have from senior year. #golions

Issy Vasquez, Senior

I have been at TCS since my freshman year. I have been involved in student council, beta club, national honors society, lacrosse, and cheer. I'm so honored to be nominated as a representative for this school and I feel blessed to be given the opportunity. Trinity has played such a big role in shaping me into the person I am today and has prepared me to stay strong in my faith after high school. So I am very grateful to be able to take part in this tradition and applaud my peers for their love and dedication to God and this community!

Connor DePriest,

Senior

I have been at TCS since 1st grade. I have played Cross Country, Basketball, Football, Men's Volleyball, and Soccer. I have also served in BETA Club, Student Council, Discipleship groups, Chick-fil-A Leader Academy, and on the Coweta Community Foundation. It is an honor to be nominated among my friends to serve on HOCO Court and it would really be an honor to be voted King.

Carter Lucas,

Senior

I have been at TCS for 15 years. I am involved in Student council as co-chairman of the spirit team, varsity football team manager, boys volleyball team, ambassador for chick fil a leadership academy. I would like to be crowned king because I have always loved this school since I first started coming here 15 years ago. I would try to the best of my abilities to represent the school well if I were to be king. It would be an honor and privilege if I were to be voted king.

PHOENIX MOSS,

Senior

I have been at TCS since the second semester of sophomore year. So I’ve been here for a year and half not counting this semester right now. The extracurricular activities I am involved in are football and track and field. I feel that being crowned King would be a great honor, and I believe that God has blessed me with the opportunity to be on the homecoming court. As one of the only African American males on the court, I would like to represent my school in a positive and impactful way. Additionally, I hope to set an example for other Trinity students and demonstrate how a Christian individual should behave.

Will Owens,

Senior

I have been at TCS since the third grade. I am involved in Varsity Baseball. I would like to be crowned King because it would be a fun memory to look back on. It would be cool to represent my school in a way that not a lot of people get to do.

Drake Price,

Senior

I have been at Trinity since 1st grade. I am involved in Volleyball, discipleship groups, golf and basketball. I want to be King because it shows that being a Christian and being a follower of God isn’t a bad thing and that being a Christian isn’t going to hurt you. It might lose you a few friends but in the end Jesus is worth everything. And we need to get to a point where Christianity is what people want to do instead of running away from it. So we need to continue that mission, and I plan on doing that.

Jackson RIce,

Senior

I have been at TCS since sixth grade. I am involved in both Track and Field and Swimming at Trinity. I also am the owner of Rapid Shine Mobile Detailing where I detail cars. I would like to be crowned King because I believe I accurately represent what trinity stands for and I look good in gold.

Choosing Joy in the Storms

Choosing Joy in the Storms

By Samantha DePriest


A message of hope and of finding joy in the storms was shared during this past Wednesday’s High School Chapel led by principal Mrs. Jones. September is also Sepsis Awareness month and our high school student body was encouraged to make a $5 donation and wear black and red on Wednesday to show support and raise money for TCS student Natalya Manhertz. Together they raised $3,560.00 dollars and a donor matched it dollar for dollar for a grand total of $7,120.00. Every dollar given will go directly to support Natalya in acquiring necessary medical and daily life items.

TCS Senior Natalya Manhertz was life-flighted to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA) hospital this past May after she had a typical case of strep throat that turned into a very serious infection. Natalya spent over 100 days in ICU battling Sepsis. She has undergone numerous surgeries to remove parts of both of her arms and legs. She is now at Scottish Rite receiving extensive rehabilitation and working hard to get to come home and come back to school.

Mrs. Jones shared the importance of building a firm foundation to help us when we experience storms in life because we know that there will be storms. We are either in the middle of a storm, just finishing a storm, or the storm is brewing. Storms can affect us in multiple ways whether our health, relationships, families, emotions, and spiritual life. They can cause us to feel uncertain and overwhelmed. Mrs. Jones reminded our students that there is one simple thing we can do to help us weather the storm… “We can worship. When we lift our eyes from our circumstances and focus on praise and worship, it helps to shift our focus.” Natalya is experiencing a storm greater than we could ever imagine but her Faith is strong and her focus remains on God.

Mrs. Jones shared how the book of Psalms is helpful for our souls while in the storms and in fact it was written by people in the storms of life. When we are facing difficult times, we can go straight to the Bible and rely on the Word. We are reminded that we are not alone as the truth speaks light, hope, and life to our souls. We can praise God in the midst of the storms, troubles, and tough times and ask God to help us to trust Him.

Sepsis Awareness Month

On May 8th, Natalya Manhertz was hospitalized after having strep throat that turned into Sepsis. She went from a thriving 17 year old high school student finishing up her junior year to becoming a quadruple amputee. Instead of her days being filled with all the things that senior girls get to experience, she spent over 3 months in the ICU and spends hours each day with her care team of physical therapists, nurses, and doctors in recovery and rehabilitation. Taking the time to learn about the four signs of Sepsis is more important than ever.

Mrs. Jones shared heartfelt sentiments about Natalya that despite her battles, “God spared her life. Her story is not done yet. God is still writing her story. We need to continue to pray for truth, strength, and wisdom from God.

One of Natalya’s favorite songs is “Look Up Child” by Lauren Daigle. Mrs. Jones played it for the student body to lean in and reflect on the lyrics. The words of the song are filled with hope, provision, and encouragement.

Where are You now
When darkness seems to win?
Where are You now
When the world is crumbling?

Oh I, I-I-I, I hear You say
I hear You say

Look up child, ayy

Where are You now (where are You?)
When all I feel is doubt?
Oh, where are You now
When I can't figure it out?

You're not threatened by the war
You're not shaken by the storm
I know You're in control
Even in our suffering
Even when it can't be seen
I know You're in control

In closing, Mrs. Jones encouraged our students and staff to surround themself with family, church, Godly friends, and TCS family. She suggested writing scripture on sticky notes as a reminder that God is in control. “By directing our gaze away from the storm and on to our heavenly Father, we are reminded that we are never alone and He is with us carrying us through the storms.” And in the faith filled words of Natalya’s Mom “His ways are higher than ours”. We love you Natalya!! God’s got you!

TRINITY MIKE FITZPATRICK FORD STUDENT

“ATHLETE OF THE WEEK” AWARDS

By Samantha DePriest

Trinity Christian School is honored to have Mike Fitzpatrick of Fitzpatrick Ford in Newnan recognize several of our Fall student athletes for the month of August with the “Athlete of the Week” Award. We join Mr. Fitzpatrick in saying that we are wholeheartedly proud of these athletes who demonstrate qualities of leadership, character, and determination in their sport and on their teams. Below are our most recent recipients of the Fitzpatrick “Athlete of the Week Award”. Way to go Lions!!

Makayla Callander


Softball


8/21/23 - 11th grade

Makayla went 3 for 4 at the plate in our last game against Eagles Landing Christian Academy. She is batting .500 for the season. She has been a great leader for us as a veteran outfielder and we are so excited to see what she accomplishes this season. 

Adeline Earley

Volleyball

8/28/23 - 10th grade

Adeline is one of our most versatile athletes and one of the most selfless. She stepped into playing middle part-time for us and has done so well! In the last four matches, she's hitting .400% with 18 kills on 32 swings. She more than deserves to be our athlete of the week! 

Preparation and Brotherhood: Firm Foundation for Trinity Football Program

Preparation and Brotherhood:

Firm Foundation for Trinity Football Program

By Samantha DePriest

Football weather is finally here and our youngest Lions are ready to take the field. Coach Brian Skinner serves as the head coach of our 5th and 6th grade football team as well as as the President for Lion’s Club and TCS Dad to three Trinity Lions. Coach Brian shares, “Our season is off to a great start!  We have had several scrimmage games that we have done well in.  Our first official game is this Saturday 9/1 against Landmark at 11am.  We would love the TCS family to come out and support our team.”

Coach Brian goes on to share his vision for the remainder of the season, “We want to keep getting better as a team and giving our absolute best every game.  We want to boys to have fun, compete and learn characteristics of being a Godly man.

Pictured left to right: Noah Osterman, Parker Johnson, and Reid Skinner after the TCS vs. Landmark game on Saturday. The three boys have been friends and baseball teammates since 3 years old.

(Image by Kelly Osterman)

Mrs. Keri Bethea, proud football Mom to Jonah Bethea ‘30, shares, “We are having a wonderful experience on the TCS 5th and 6th grade football team. There is a strong camaraderie and family feel on the team. The coaches are committed to teaching the love of Jesus on and off the field. They motivate the team to work together, do hard things, and to glorify God. in all things”

Ms, Kelly Osterman, another grateful football Mom to Noah Osterman ‘30, shares “We are loving Noah’s rookie football season! It’s an incredible joy for him to join this brotherhood with so many of his lifelong friends. We love that his heart and character are being shepherded with the love of Jesus while being challenged to strengthen himself physically and grow spiritually.  It’s incredible to witness the encouragement and mutual respect between the coaches and the players. Trinity is FAMILY! Go Lions! “

Varsity Football Coach Kenny Dallas is in his 7th season here at TCS and shares, “Inside the Trinity football program, we are unashamed about 2 things: we want to honor God above all and we want to teach our young men to prepare, practice, and play to win! We LOVE when young men get involved in the football program starting in the 5/6th grade and Middle School, because it allows them to learn our football culture at a young age. Our football culture is defined by 2 words: Preparation & Brotherhood. We want our young men to learn how to WORK HARD (preparation) and to LOVE DEEPLY (brotherhood)!! Our 5/6th grade boys are blessed to have that modeled to them by Coach Brian Skinner and his staff! Hope everyone can come out and catch some 5/6th grade games this fall and see a preview of what is coming in the future on Friday nights in Sharpsburg!” Coach Dallas and his talented coaching team encourage players daily that “champions are built when no one is looking”. In 2021, the mighty Lions reaped the rewards from weeks, months, and years of preparation as they took home the title of Class A Private champions. About 19 of the 22 starters that season had been at Trinity since middle school. We may very well be cheering on this team of young men on to another Championship in the near future.

New Exciting On-Campus Service Opportunities for our Middle School Students this School Year

New Service Opportunities for our Middle School Students this School Year

By Samantha DePriest ‘

Throughout the Bible, scripture calls us as Christ followers to spend our time on this side of heaven serving God and serving one another. In Mark 10:44-45 the Bible tells u, “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve.” Author Kristen Welch wrote the book “Raising World Changers in a Changing World” and it follows her family as they discovered the beauty of sacrifice and the joy of giving. She shares “Perhaps the most powerful lesson we teach our children is that their unique places and positions in life are not for their convenience; they are for God’s glory.”

One of the best parts of the Middle School experience for our students is the training up of students as servant leaders. This is truly our school mission statement in action, “Preparing today’s student to impact tomorrow’s world; by educating minds for cultural engagement, equipping hearts for character development, and empowering hands for compassionate service.'“ Our Trinity family connects and grows when we serve together in the company of like minded Lions.

All of our middle school students in grades 6th - 8th are required to serve a minimum of ten hours each school year. before May to fulfill their community service requirement. They may serve in their churches, at local non-profits, in and around the community, and even at school. Many in-school service opportunities have been created this school year for students to serve during the school day on campus. This is an added benefit not just to our families but also to our school.

Chapel Setup Team

These wonderful thirty students arrive by 7:30am each Wednesday morning to faithfully serve and help set up hundreds of chairs for chapel in the gym. These chairs are used by several groups including our Upper Elementary, Middle School, and High School chapel services every week. Students complete their required hours by serving each week in this capacity and are such a blessing to our Facilities team led by Mr. Frankie Johnson.

Cafeteria Cleaning Team

To help with the transition between lunches, these amazing students help clear tables and pick up any remaining trash at the end of lunch each day to ensure our middle schoolers leave the cafeteria in manageable shape for our hard working lunch ladies between grade levels. These students pay close attention to detail and are sure to get every last utensil, cup, and wrapper off the floor and tables.

Students may complete their required hours by serving each week in this capacity. Ten middle school students have signed up for this opportunity to faithfully serve every day in both our main cafeteria and our High School cafeteria. They do such an amazing job making sure our cafeteria’s stay neat and clean for our students, staff, and visitors.

Cafeteria Cleaning Team (pictured left to right): Norah Clark, Lexie Floyd, Ryleigh Coker, Noah Williams, Cash Chambers, Caden Barajas, Max Simmons, and Katie-Marie Laws.

Community Service and Aide Class

This year, students have the option to consider dropping an elective in order to pick up our Service and Aide class. The goal of the class is to connect our students with service jobs and various needs around campus. Currently there are twenty-four students in the class from grades 6th - 8th. They go through the halls, locker rooms, and even the stadium in search of garbage needing to be disposed and lost and found items. They have even been known to assist in reuniting lost and found items with the right students, when items are labeled. This is a big win for everyone in our school community!

Community Service and Aide Class (pictured left to right): Front row:  George Wilson, Evan Schloegel, Jake Lowery, Keaton Beane Back row: Sara Cheatham, Kinley Warren, Anniston McCaffrey, Lillie Curry, Melia Yarbrough, Mackenzie Clark, Ali Johnston, Hailey Hobbs, Caroline Gallucci, Sullivan Caruthers

Kiwanis Builders Club

Lastly, later this month is another opportunity for students to engage in service projects on campus. Builders Club is a student-led leadership and service group sponsored by Kiwanis International. Mrs. Natalie Jetter, 8th Grade skills teacher, 4th and 5th grade Bible teacher serves as the faculty advisor for Builders Club where students gain valuable experience in leadership and the development of empathy for those around them in their school and community for the glory of God.

Mrs. Jetter shares “Students assess the needs around them in their school and community, visualize service projects to help meet those needs, and then carry out those projects. Builders Clubs meet in middle schools all over the country and the world!  In January of 2023, the first ever Kiwanis Builders Club was born at Trinity Christian School! Some of our service projects from last year included giving notes of encouragement to teachers and friends, collecting baby items for the Fayette Pregnancy Resource Center, and collecting $300 in coins to donate to the various ministries of Bridging the Gap in Newnan.“

The Club is held once a month on the last Tuesday of each month during 7th period electives. The first meeting will be Wednesday, September 27th. Students will earn 6.75 of the 10 service hours needed to meet the service requirement.  For those interested in this wonderful service opportunity for their middle school student may contact Mrs. Jetter at Natalie.jetter@tcslions.org  as soon as possible. Your name will then be added to the Builders Club Parent email list. Note: Please join the email list, even if your child was in Builders Club last year.

Bump, Set, Spiking Their Way To Victory!

Bump, Set, Spiking Their Way To Victory!

By Samantha DePriest

Our volleyball program is off to a strong start! This past weekend both our Lady Lions Middle School and JV Volleyball teams won big against local schools. These victories continue to build their confidence and development as a team as they head into the second half of the season. In the midst of a full and exciting game schedule, Coach Holly and Coach Erin shared their vision for their teams and their schedules for what is to come. Let’s show these Lady Lions our support and pack the stands for their upcoming home games!!

Middle School Volleyball

(Image submitted by TCS parent)

Our Lady Lions Middle School Volleyball team led by Coach Erin Price won their bracket this past weekend in the Volleypalooza Tournament.

Coach Erin shared “Our little Lady Lions have been working so hard! We started practice in mid July and have been focused on team camaraderie and discipline. Our team motto is “We can do hard things.” We have many girls who have never played the sport, or only played recreation, so our focus has been to learn the basics, understand the game, and build good relationships! Sports are where our best life lessons are taught. We have had tears, lots of hard work, but we are learning resilience and this last weekend, our ladies were able to show the fruits of their labor and won their age bracket! We are off to a great season and can’t wait to see what God has in store for the rest of the season!”

Lady Lions Middle School Volleyball team Champions at Volleypalooza.

(Image submitted by TCS parent)

JV Volleyball

(Image submitted by Steven Whiting)

JV Vollleyball Coach Holly Lightkep shares, “Congratulations to the JV Volleyball team on their 3-1 finish last weekend at the Northgate JV Invitational. They earned wins against Starrs Mill, Northgate, and Whitewater.

(Image submitted by Steven Whiting)

Coach Holly goes on to share “This group of young ladies began training back in June for this season. They sacrificed time and leisure for sprints, broad jumps, and months of volleyball practice . They are learning that the best rewards are born out of dedication, commitment, and perseverance. God has graciously blessed them with a great start to their season. The stand at 6-2 following a strong win against Landmark Christian on Tuesday. The future of Trinity volleyball is bright!

Chick-fil-A Leader Academy kicks off 2023-2024

Chick-fil-A LeadeR Academy

kicks off 2023-2024 school year

By Samantha DePriest

On Monday Mr. Greg Arorgou, Senior Talent Director at Chick-fil-A Truett’s Grill in Newnan, helped us kick off our Chick-fil-A Leader Academy class. Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is made possible through the generosity of local Chick-fil-A Restaurant Owner/Operators. Mr. Randy Burgess, local Chick-fil-A operator and Trinity dad, was an integral part of bringing Chick-fil-A Leader Academy to Trinity Christian School three years ago. Mr. Burgess shares, “Over the years CFA has poured countless leadership development opportunities into me as a person and I wanted to bring that same leadership teaching to TCS. The teachings will work in the whole student as a person professionally and personally.”

Mr. Arorgou shared his story about how he came to not only know the Chick fil-A brand but admire the focus on honor, dignity, and respect which led him to pursue a career with the company many years ago. The corporate purpose is:

“To glorify God by being a faithful steward of all that is entrusted to us and to have a positive influence on all who come in contact with Chick fil-A.”

Mr. Arorgou taught our students about the Core 4 “2nd Mile Service” and how they could incorporate those in their own daily lives. He also shared the Chick fil-A acronym SERVE and how consistency in leadership is what can set people and companies apart in this world.

S - See and shape the future

E - Engage and develop others

R - Reinvent continuously

V - Value results and relationships

E - Embodying the values

Image submitted by JP Weaver

Students were challenged to learn more about servant leadership and how they can serve others around them. Whether it is holding doors, giving high fives to younger students leaving Wednesday morning Chapel, helping to clean up our stadium after a football game, or seeking out new students in the cafeteria to get to know them better. There is always something that can be done to serve others. This year’s class will also partner with Abby’s Angels and distribute books to local schools.

What better way to wrap up the Chick fil-A Leader Academy kick-off than with Chick fil-A biscuits! Mr. Arorgou blessed our students and staff with a special breakfast and time of fellowship outside. What a gift Mr. Burgess gave to our school by bringing the Chick fil-A Leader Academy to TCS. We are eager to see how God uses the program and this group of students to share Christ’s love within our school and surrounding community.

Lady Lions Win Home Openers

Lady Lions win Home Openers

By Samantha DePriest

This past Thursday night both our Lady Lions Softball and Volleyball teams hosted their home openers of the season and had big wins. Our campus was full of Trinity fans who brought their school spirit for the big games.

Varsity Softball

TCS Softball Coach Katey (Lynch) Rutherford

Image by Oscar Camejo

Coach Katey (Lynch) Rutherford returns for her 3rd season leading our varsity softball team and softball program at TCS. Thursday night they hosted their first home game of the season against Starrs Mill High School. Our Lady Lions won in the 4th inning 15-0.

Coach Katey shares, “Tonight was a great not only home opener but a region win for us. Home openers can come with a lot of emotion and I was proud of our girls and how they came out eager to win and dominate.

This season we were able to return the majority of our starters from last season. We only lost one senior, Chloe, and that is a position we are still playing around with to fill. With that being said it is great to have so many girls in the lineup who have experience and can be leaders to some of the younger girls. Our goal every season is to be the last team standing in October but we must climb the ladder to get there. Our first goal is to win the region championship so that is what our eyes are focused on right now. We play a tough regular season schedule and I purposely schedule it like that. Playing tough opponents prepares us for not only our region games but for the postseason. I am super excited to see how this group of girls develops throughout the season. We have a lot of talent and potential to reach new heights for the TCS softball program.” 

Image by Katey Rutherford

Lady Lions win their first home game against Starrs Mill High School.

Varsity Volleyball

TCS Volleyball Coach Sara Kuchinski

Image by Oscar Camejo

Coach Sara Kuchinski is back for her 2nd season serving as our head coach for our Lady Lions Volleyball team. Coach K shares, “Our 2023 season is off and running - and last night’s home opener matches were great. We had a full crowd of student support, and we had a lot of fun with our Hawaiian themed night!”

“Getting the win in our first match against Holy Innocents was really positive. They are in our classification (4A) and in a tough region, so it’s nice to get an early look at possible state competition. Sophomore Adeline Earley led our team with 8 kills, and Freshman Kylie Hanson was right behind her with 7 of her own! Senior Lindsey Carter also led the team in aces with 7! Our second match against Galloway was exciting! Senior Paisley Hayes led in kills with 7, and Junior Lily Floyd had a season high of 18 assists.” 

Image by Brandy Floyd

Coach K goes on to share, “The team is coming together really well right now. We have work to do, but this group has bought in fully to the process of getting better every day with every touch. I’m already proud of the improvements they’ve made, and the future looks so bright! We fully expect a competitive run in both Region and State play. Be sure and come out Thursday, the 24th, for a great match against Woodward Academy for both JV and Varsity. Match start time is 5:00 PM!”

Senior Retreat

Senior Retreat

By Samantha DePriest

“Therefore, go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.” Matthew 28:19

“Our Senior class of 2024 was charged with “Therefore, go follow the voice of God,” shares High School Director of Student Development Mr. JP Weaver. Earlier this week, our 12th graders and their teachers experienced an incredible journey that led them to Camp Highland in the North Georgia mountains. The trip was inspiring, motivating, and encouraging, allowing our students and staff members involved to kick off the school year on a mission!”

Mr. Weaver was accompanied Senior Bible teacher Mr. Ryan Tipton, School Nurse Kasey White, Student Council Advisory and Skills Development Teacher Shannon Bragg, and Dual Enrollment Literature teacher Mrs. Wolleat. Mr. Weaver continues, “Whether it was through team building, climbing rock walls, ultimate frisbee, or playing volleyball until late into the night, the senior class did it all together. The team activities at the retreat allowed students to make incredible connections with their classmates. Over the course of just two days, they learned that God’s direction and gifts are given to them for their lives ahead. It was learned that, in Christ, we all have a calling to be ambassadors for the Kingdom – regardless of the field He’s called us to. And, it was clear that community is a heavenly thing to be a part of.”  

“We are incredibly proud of these students and grateful for the opportunity to see the impact of worshiping God collectively in one voice. It was amazing to hear the praise these students were pouring out during worship time. After seeing so many step out of their comfort zone and into the will of God, we can’t wait for what the year ahead of us will bring for this group of leaders.” 

Welcome Home Lions!!

Welcome home Lions!!

By Samantha DePriest

The 2023-2024 school year has officially begun for our Trinity Christian School Lions!! Though heavy rain, wind, and a threat of hail put a damper on our “Welcome to the Roar” event plans on Sunday night, God sure did paint us a beautiful sunset the night before “Meet The Teacher” on Monday.

Our littlest Lions spent their first week learning all the things from how to find their hook in the hallway to hang their book bag on to how to carry their lunch tray filled with lots of colorful and healthy food to their table. They learned new Bible verses, practiced writing their letters, and made new friends. As we start this second year on our TCS GO Church campus, we celebrate the beautiful space and many resources we have been blessed with.

Our Lower Elementary students visited their classrooms and enjoyed special touches including a welcome back balloon arch and popsicles on “Meet the Teacher” day. Families enjoyed meeting their children’s teachers and assistants while visiting classrooms. Our Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF) hosted a uniform and spirit wear swap in the gym for families to pick up pieces for the new school year for free.

Walking schedules, meeting teachers, receiving chrome books, and learning how to open lockers was the main focus of “Meet the Teacher” day for our middle school students and their parents. Daily assemblies were held in the gym during welcome week that helped prepare our students on how to be a middle schooler and how to cheer one another one while completing in various games and events.

Our high school students also walked their schedules, met their teachers, and received chrome books in our high school on Monday at the “Meet the Teacher” event. The recent completion of our new state of the art kitchen has brought much excitement for our students this first week back. Enhanced menus, increased variety of menu choices, and three different serving windows during two lunch periods promises to make lunch time a much anticipated time of day for our students.

Lastly, our Seniors kicked off their last first days of school at Camp Highlands tucked away in the North Georgia mountains for a special time of fellowship and fun. A Senior Retreat Brunch was hosted in our High School Multi-purpose room including seniors and their parents. A spirit filled time of worship led by Jasper Kent, Worship pastor from Crossroads Church, and Leighton Cannon, TCS Alumni, along with food and fellowship made for lasting memories. Seniors and their parents gathered together on the field for prayer before loading the buses and heading north for 3 days of team building and seeking God’s will for their lives .

We are off to a fantastic start to the school year and are filled with much anticipation for what God has in store for TCS in 2023-2024. It’s a great time to be a Lion!

What's For Lunch?

What’s For Lunch?

By Samantha DePriest

We are so excited about all of the SAGE updates this year. All of our students will enjoy a variety of healthy options provided by SAGE dining in the 2 cafeteria’s on the main campus and the 1 cafeteria on our TCS GO Church campus. Please be aware that all of our cafeterias are nut-free cafeterias.

What’s for Lunch?

The easiest way to read the menu is by using this SAGE dining link. Simply click on the school location on the drop down menu on the left to view the daily, weekly, and monthly menus for GO Church, Elementary/MS, and the High School. You may also view the lunch menus on the Touch of Sage app. A video with more information can be found at the bottom of our Dining Program webpage.

Special Events and Seasonings are also listed on the dining link. SAGE goes above and beyond to bring joy to the lunch room through their Special Events and Seasonings.

High School Kitchen

It has been quite busy at the high school this summer. We are thrilled to share that the brand new state of the art kitchen is complete and ready to serve our High School students on the first day of school. We believe our students will have lots to celebrate at lunch with multiple trips to both hot and cold food stations, drinking stations, and a food truck.

What’s new?

We have moved to reusable plates and lunch trays this school year. This will help us cut down on waste and enhance our overall dining experience. Students will learn how to take care of their plates and lunch trays this week during their introductions to the Dining program.

What is Freestyle?

Freestyle is SAGE’s answer to making eating enjoyable and stress-free, even if your child has a common food allergy. SAGE offers a daily variety of fresh, delicious recipes that don’t include any of the top 12 allergens: wheat, gluten, eggs, fish, milk, sesame, soy, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts, mustard, and sulfites. You may review these ingredients listed on the online menu or in the Touch of SAGE mobile app. SAGE offers a brief video that further explains the SAGE Allergen Filter.

Lunch with your Student

One of the highlights of our students day is welcoming our parents come on campus and enjoy lunch time with their students. To allow for our students to learn lunch room procedures, parents are invited to to eat in September using the sign up link that can be found under Resources on Blackbaud.

Lunch times are as follows:

PreK - 11am - 12:15pm (times vary per teacher)

Kindergarten - 12pm - 12:50pm (times vary per teacher)

1st grade - 12:10pm - 12:35pm

2nd grade 12:30pm - 12:55pm

3rd grade 12:50pm - 1:15pm

4th grade 11:30am - 12:00pm

5th grade 11:30am - 12:00pm

Middle School 10:45am - 11:20am

Trinity Means Family

Trinity Means Family

By Samantha DePriest

Do you remember the first time you stepped onto our Trinity campus? Do you remember learning about the first friend your child made at school? Perhaps it was a warm smile or friendly wave you received in carline. Maybe it was a conversation with another TCS parent who gave you insight on how things worked at Trinity. Perhaps it was an invite to join Trinity parents at our “Annual Trinity Boohoo/Yahoo breakfast” on the 1st day of school.. Or maybe it was an encouraging email from a teacher when you realized they understood your child perfectly that filled your heart. Whatever that moment was for you when Trinity felt like home, you came to know that Trinity means family. We believe that God has a plan for each and every child. And we are honored to be blessed with the opportunity to partner with families to help raise them up. Being a part of the Trinity family is truly a gift.

Just as in our own families, we genuinely care for, serve, and pray for one another. Our teachers and staff have been praying for each of our Lions and eagerly anticipating their arrival next month. They have been busy preparing first day of school ice breaker games and engaging lesson plans, decorating and organizing their colorful classrooms, and filling their hearts with scripture and knowledge to share with their students. Our Operations department has been tending to every last detail to keep our school operating, clean, safe, and so beautiful. Our staff has been working hard all summer to answer your questions and help this transition into a new school year be as smooth as possible for your family.

Frequently you will hear, “It is a great time to be a Lion” and that couldn’t be more true. We are welcoming many new families and staff this August, adding more exciting extracurricular activities as well as opportunities for our students to learn about God’s plan for their lives. Community is important to us at TCS and we pray for meaningful connections within our school family. Whether this is your first year or fifth year at TCS, there are many ways to connect.

Serve Together

One of the easiest ways to make new friends is through serving together. TCS PTF (Parent Teacher Fellowship) shares opportunities often that can be found in the weekly newsletter, Inside the Pride, and also on the Trinity Family Facebook page. The Lions Club, our athletics booster club, is looking for volunteers to assist in various roles as well. More about these volunteer needs can also be found in Inside the Pride. If your child is involved with performing arts or athletics, there are numerous service opportunities throughout the season.

Attend Events

One thing is for sure, there is always something going on on our campus Any given night of the week, you will find cars pulling in with families ready to cheer on their kiddos. Whether a performing arts or athletics event, afterschool clubs, or a school wide event, there is something for everyone. Checking the school calendar online and the weekly newsletter, Inside the Pride, are the easiest ways to find out the latest happenings on campus. What’s more fun than making plans to attend an event and grab an ice cream cone with fellow Lions to help build meaningful and lasting friendships for your student and your family.

Share a Smile

Lastly, the easiest way to connect with others in our school community and spread joy is by sharing a smile. Yup, that’s all. Just a simple smile. Next Sunday evening we will have our first family reunion of the school year called “Welcome to the ROAR”. Our stadium will be filled with hundreds of future friends some you may have seen before and others you haven’t. Don’t let this special opportunity pass by without meeting and greeting some new faces. Lion nation is a one of a kind and you are what makes it so special. We can’t wait to see God’s kingdom come together to celebrate the start of this brand new school year. Welcome home Lions!

TCS Families on Mission: Armenia, Colombia

TCS Families on Mission: Armenia, Colombia

By Samantha DePriest

Earlier this summer a team from Trinity Church (many of whom are also students at Trinity Christian School) traveled to Armenia, Colombia for the Trinity Church Youth Mission Trip. Pastor Ben Heilman and his son Ethan (rising senior), Sean and Holly Savoy and their four children Joshua (rising senior), twins Kristen and Rebecca (rising sophomores), and son Timothy (rising 7th grader), Sam Fader (rising junior), and Abby Wozniak (TCS Graduate ‘23) traveled south from June 27th through July 4th. The students on this trip, with the exception of Aiden and Alexa Collins from another church in Columbus, have all been friends since they were babies which made it extra special. They connected with a church in Armenia called “Asambleas de Dios Sembrando Vida” which means “Assemblies of God, Sewing Life”.

Trinity Church Youth Mission Trip team pictured l to r back row: Holly Savoy, Abby Wozniak, Rebecca Savoy, Josh Savoy, Ethan Heilman, Timothy Savoy, and Aiden Collins.

Front row pictured l to r: Kristen Savoy, Alexa Collins, Sean Savoy, Pastor Ben Heilman, and Sam Fader

The church building was a house and it served their community of 2-3 blocks surrounding it in a poor area. The church pastor shared that everything the church does focuses on serving the community in the surrounding area. The church serves in many ways throughout the week including a feeding program for at risk kids and Mom’s. On Wednesday nights the church hosts outdoor music and preaches in the streets where people listen from their homes and stand on their balconies participating.

The mission team connected with the community and built relationships through various ways. They led soccer camps in the mornings for children ages 5-15 and VBS in the afternoons for children 13 and under. The team spent a week serving at the end of June beginning of July while the children had a 2-week break from school. Several of the mission team members spoke Spanish. Sam, Josh, and Sean were all able to communicate and help with translation. The mission team performed funny skits, songs with motions, crafts, and shared bible stories. They helped with a children’s service on Saturday afternoon and attended the church service in the church house on Sunday morning.

Rebecca Savoy and the little boy mentioned in the story.

Holly Savoy shares “As we preparing for this trip, we had all these ideas for how we would organize a great soccer camp. We showed up to a dirt “soccer field” with dogs wandering around and kids wearing sandals, crocs, and some sneakers. These kids weren’t looking for some elite soccer camp, they just needed to be loved and feel wanted! God just used soccer to get us to this specific areas to reach these kids and this community. As we offered what we thought we had, God used it for so much more. It was definitely an unforgettable experience!”

Rebecca Savoy, TCS 10th grader shares, “All week we were getting to know the kids through the soccer camp and VBS. As we got to love on these kids, we told them ‘Jesus te ama!’ which means Jesus loves you in Spanish. On the last day, as we said our goodbyes, ones of the little boys I had hung out with a lot gave me a hug and said ‘Jesus te ama!’ right before I said it to him. God was able to use me to bring His truth to those sweet kids, and I am so grateful for that opportunity.”

TCS Graduate Abby was given candy from a student on the last day who she had done crafts with and played soccer with all week and she said, “I have nothing to give you back”. The child replied with “You gave me your heart this week.”

“God took what we offered and used it for Him.” Pastor Ben shared, “It was awesome to see our students to get out of their comfort zone and share what Jesus has done in their lives. They all stepped out and shared their Faith. Our teens laid hands on and prayed over the 5-6 Columbian teens.” 
The pastor of Asambleas de Dios Sembrando Vida shared feedback “When your team showed up this week, the spiritual atmosphere changed. The team just loved on the kids and built relationships” . What a blessing for our mission team and for the families in the community in Armenia.

Back to School: Let's Get Ready!

Back to SchooL: Let’s Get Ready!

By Samantha DePriest

About this time every July amidst summer vacations and summer camps, our families start thinking about the upcoming school year. The start of school signals the beginning of the next exciting chapter for our Lions, We look forward to welcoming our families back on campus and have been praying for this upcoming school year.  Some parents have printed out school supply lists and purchased all the items while others are soaking up that last bit of summer fun. To help our families prepare and get ready for this new exciting school year, we wanted to share some of the many resources available.  

Our weekly newsletter Inside the Pride is the #1 best way to stay in the know with all things Trinity. Our principals update content weekly with important dates to remember, special events, and much more. Each newsletter also contains contact information for staff regarding curriculum, student life, and more.. Newsletters are emailed every Sunday evening and again on Wednesday’s to those who haven’t opened them yet. Students and parents, and even grandparents, are encouraged to subscribe to the newsletter to help stay in the know.

The New Family landing page was created to help our first year families navigate the first year at Trinity but is also serves as a helpful tool for our returning families. School supply lists, TCS Lions lingo, dining services, and more can be found here. Many ways to plug in and connect with families through our TCS PTF (Parent Teacher Fellowship), Room Parents, Lions Club, and Annual Fund can also be found on the New Family page. Two FAQ’s .pdf documents can be found at the bottom of the New Family page packed with grade specific information. These are perfect to screenshot and save for future use.

The TCS Family Handbook is a comprehensive online resource with updates for all things Trinity including updated policies and procedures for the 2023-2024 school year.

The Trinity School Events Calendar is a great place to find out about all the happenings on our campus. It is updated regularly and a source of information for those wanting to support our Athletics and Arts programs The school calendar can also be found on this page to help families plan time away. 

The Roar Store, our brand new school store, is located behind the High School building next to the stadium. The Roar Store is a convenient place to purchase necessary items for your family before the start of school. There are summer shopping hours available and an online store as well..

Trinity Summer Camps are a great way to help our kiddos connect with students prior to the start of school. There are several camps available for the month of July that can be found on the summer camp landing page.

Lastly, save the date for our Welcome to the Roar: Back to School event on Sunday, August 6th from 5-8pm at our Trinity Stadium. We can’t wait to celebrate the start of the new school year with you and your students. It’s a great time to be a Lion! Hope you enjoy these last few weeks of summer and we will see you in August.

Trinity 4th grade students participate in "Knots of Joy"

Trinity Christian Student starts

“Knots of Joy” to bless those in need

By Samantha DePriest

It came as no surprise to the Upper Elementary School family when 4th grader Joy Lander was awarded the “All Smiles Award” at the 4th grade awards event in May. Each year Mahaffey Linkous Orthodontics recognizes a student who is an encourager and a joy to be around. The student body votes and then the student selected receives an Amazon gift card that Mahaffey Linkous Orthodontics generously donates.

Trinity 4th grader Joy Lander shares how her heart has been inspired to reach out and help others in need. Joy shares “I have learned that it is important to help people because it feels good to help people when they’re struggling.  We have many family friends and family members diagnosed and battling cancer over the last year.  They were adults and have said how hard it is to go through treatments. Over a Chick-fil-A ice cream, I told my mom I wanted to do something for kids in the hospital.  I have a little blanket I took everywhere when I was little, sleep with to this day.  I wanted those patients to have something to hold like that when they are feeling alone and scared in the hospital.  We went to work in May of last year and made 100 blankets, in a month, with friends and delivered 100 blankets to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. The Volunteer Coordinator smiled when she filled the wagon with the blankets, and I knew that I was making a difference for kids with cancer.  I also found out through starting this project that others wanted to help bless others with me!

Joy (pictured center) with sisters Anna Kate and Callie Joe Whittle.

Knots of Joy, initiative, isn’t about seeing the blessing in person, but it is about the big impact.  I have posted on Facebook and watched others make these blankets with me and grownups have donated over $1000 to support Knots of Joy.  I have been able to buy cutting mats, good scissors, and fabric to bless others with these blankets.”

Joy Lander was assisted by her friends and sisters Anna Kate and Callie Jo Whittle in preparing the soft fleece fabric for the handheld comfort blankets for the 4th grade service project at Trinity Christian on Monday, May 22nd.

The 4th grade student body came together and helped Joy make 110 blankets in just about an hour. Last year this time Joy shared that she had only made 5 blankets. With her classmates help, she is able to donate more than 300 blankets to foster organizations, children’s hospitals, and mission trips all over the world.

(Image by Rebecca Lander) Joy pictured with her “Knots of Joy” blankets.

Joy goes on to share “Over the last year, we have made and donated over 450 blankets to Cancer patients. Those blankets are going all over the world to Belize this summer, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, and expanding to Foster Children with The Bloom Closet, First Responders to give to children they are caring for in the community and Nursing homes to comfort lonely elderly patients. 

It has been amazing to watch all ages get into the Knotting game to make blankets or donate money to see more blankets.  I have had teachers post on their social media pages to help encourage others to donate money, friends request how to do it and mail me 50 blankets to donate, my friends have come over for Knotting Parties, and we have blessed so many people together.  It seemed like a small idea over ice cream to do something sweet for kids going through things bigger than I could think about, but I was able to encourage and impact others to think about these children and join in to be a blessing by knotting blankets with me!  I have learned that I can lead others to bless others, no matter what age they are, and that is being an effective leader in my community.” 

      I encourage kindness, use my manners with my friends and adults, have a reputation for living out my name, encourage others in all they do, cheer people on, make cards for my friends, pray for people when they are anxious, show up, and show initiative when someone needs a hand.  I know that all these little things have added up to others seeing that I am making an impact in the classroom, Go Kids at Church, and the community that I get to serve.” 

School Is Out For The Summer!

School Is Out For The Summer!

By Samantha DePriest


Well, we did it!! Our Lions successfully completed another amazing year of school. Whether it was your family’s first year at TCS or you’ve been here for a while, we are thankful you chose to be a part of our family. We hope each of the end of the year celebrations were meaningful and created last memories for your Lions and for your entire family.

Some of our students overcame adversity this year and as they say “conquered their Everest”. Some of our students learned to play new instruments or try a new sport. Our students made new friends, tried new foods, and learned new ways of solving problems. They took trips to explore new places and read books that took them to far off lands and spaces in time. One thing is for sure, all of our students learned more about God’s love and more about His plan for each of their lives.

This last month of May (some parents lovingly refer to as “May-hem”) has been full of parties, performances, and parades! From the littlest to the biggest, our Lions were celebrated in so many ways. Our preschool students enjoyed glow parties and ring pops. Our Kindergarten kiddos had a movie day and pajama party after marching to the stadium for their graduation complete with a Falcon RV Squadron flyover. Our fabulous 1st graders enjoyed fun on scooters and popsicles while our super 2nd graders jumped the time away on inflatables and TCBY treats. Our terrific 3rd graders splashed away in a water day bash with Coweta firetrucks, water slides, and Kona Ice. Our fantastic 4th graders celebrated with an awesome field day experience, inflatables, and snow cones. Our fun 5th graders also enjoyed a field day, completed their 5th grade walk with hundreds of parents, grandparents, and special friends in attendance before an epic parents vs. students kick ball game and pizza party. Our 6th and 7th graders celebrated off campus with parties at the Skating Rink and Bowling Alley. Our 8th graders danced the night away at their Country Western theme 8th grade dance. Our high school students participated in daily events led by Student Council and were invited to Honors awards nights. And finally our senior class enjoyed a time of all things Senior’s from parties to parades and finally graduation. What an incredible time it was to be a Lion!

The last snacks have been packed, no more projects to work on or tests to study for, and we can stay up as late as we want because there is no morning carline for the next 70 days.

We couldn’t be more proud of the hard work each of our students put in this school year. Whether your family is traveling or having a staycation, working or serving, resting or playing, we pray your time together is sweet and fills your hearts with joy. And we are eagerly counting the days until you are all back on campus this August!!