Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Upper Elementary School
Published June 5, 2022
Volume 132
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal
A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON
We will be taking a break from our weekly Inside the Pride communication, but if you need anything between now and July, feel free to reach out to me directly as I’m happy to answer any questions you might have. I’ve included more information below to help you as you prepare for the 22/23 school year, and we will be providing even more information in early July when Inside the Pride returns. Enjoy the upcoming weeks of summer break!
LOOKING AHEAD TO THE 2022/2023 SCHOOL YEAR
22/23 UE Uniform Policy
Please take the time to review our updated uniform policies for next year to help guide you in making purchases this summer. Remember, students are required to wear TCS branded outerwear. Later this summer we will offering options for you to order that are upper elementary specific!
22/23 Supply Lists
For those looking to get a jumpstart on purchasing supplies for next year as you see summer deals, here are the latest upper elementary supply lists. As we continue to add teachers this summer, we will publish any updates (additions but not subtractions) to the list when Inside the Pride returns in July.
4th Supply List – email Mrs. McBurnett (tiffany.mcburnett@tcslions.org)with any questions
5th Supply List - email Mrs. Lanier (melissa.lanier@tcslions.org) with any questions
22/23 Specials Class Selection Form
It’s time to make specials selections and friend requests for next year!
***FORMS NEED TO BE COMPLETE NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, JUNE 17***
Upper Elementary Specials Class Selection and Friend Request Forms
NOTE: With 4th and 5th graders changing classes, it is not always possible to keep your child with the same friend group all day long. Our goal in asking for friend requests is that we schedule your child with at least some of those requested friend choices throughout the day.
Summer Reading (REQUIRED)
Listed below you will find our summer reading requirements for rising 4th-5th grade students. We are excited to jumpstart the summer with a biblical focus as we challenge our students to read during the summer break! Details regarding an application assignment in response to the reading is included below too. Application assignments will be due on the first day of class so be sure to have your child read and do their very best in preparation fo the start of the school year.
Rising 4th Grade
Choose a Christian fiction book that will interest your child to read. Be sure to choose something that has at least 100 pages.
APPLICATION ASSIGNMENT: Complete the Desert Story Pyramid
Here are some suggestions if you don’t have any books in mind:
The Secret of the Hidden Scrolls by M.J. Thomas
The Door in the Dragon’s Throat by Frank Peretti
A Chameleon, a Boy, and a Quest by J.A. Myhre
A Bird, a Girl, and a Rescue by J.A. Myhre
The Green Ember by S.D. Smith
Jack vs. the Tornado by Amanda Cleary Eastep
Wingfeather Saga Series by Andrew Peterson
The Prince Warriors by Priscilla Shirer
Little Pilgrim’s Progress by Helen L. Taylor
Rising 5th Grade
Stuart’s Run to Faith by Sharon Hambrick - You can purchase the book through this link on Amazon or anywhere the book is available.
Plot Summary – When twelve-year-old Stuart finally learns to accept God's love for him, he changes his mind about going to school at Greenhaven Christian Academy and living with his "preachy" grandma.
APPLICATION ASSIGNMENT: Complete the “Finding the Theme” Organizer
UPPER ELEMENTARY ADMINISTRATIVE CONTACTS
Please note the new administrative positions and the individuals serving in those capacities for next year.
4th Grade Academic Coordinator - Tiffany McBurnett (tiffany.mcburnett@tcslions.org)
Mrs. McBurnett can assist you with any academic-related needs for 4th grade.
5th Grade Academic Coordinator - Melissa Lanier (melissa.lanier@tcslions.org)
Mrs. Lanier can assist you with any academic-related needs for 5th grade.
Upper Elementary 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.