Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 178

Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Upper Elementary School

Published July 16, 2023

Volume 178

 

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Please be praying for both our administrative staff and our teachers as we make final preparations for the 2023-2024 school year. We are deep into class scheduling, and we are praying for the LORD to guide us in giving each of our students the best schedule possible for their specific needs. We are also making final tweaks to improve our overall program when it comes to daily logistics for providing the best educational product possible for your family. Be praying that the LORD would direct us in every step! We want His will for this school year in all things more than anything! Join us in praying for His wisdom and provision over these final weeks of summer. We are excited to see each of our students again soon!

LOOKING AHEAD TO THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR

While we still have a little less than a month of Summer Break to enjoy, we know you are getting anxious to know more about the upcoming year. Over the next several weeks we will be releasing more and more information to help you prepare. Check out some reminders below related to information we shared at the beginning of the summer, along with some new information as well. 

NEW INFORMATION

***EXCLUSIVE UPPER ELEMENTARY SPIRIT WEAR ITEMS*** - Check out the link below for accessing upper elementary t-shirts and hoodies for this year!



PREVIOUS INFORMATION

NEW UNIFORM OPTIONS FOR 2023-2024 - While our uniform requirements are not changing, we are providing additional flexibility for our students this year. Students will now be permitted to wear approved TCS spirit wear, including TCS t-shirts, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays! Jeans may also be worn on each of those days if worn with a purple, black, white or gray polo or with a spirit wear t-shirt. Note: Wednesday Chapel Day uniforms remain purple polos and black bottoms. Check out all of the uniform guidelines in the updated student handbook.

4th GRADE CURRICULUM NIGHT - 4th grade families, mark your calendars for our special curriculum night on August 14 at 6pm as we welcome you to 4th grade! This night will be a chance for you to meet the 4th grade teachers and understand better the transition from Lower School to Upper Elementary. We hope you can join us!

SUPPLY LISTS FOR 2023-2024

STUDENT SCHEDULES FOR 2023-2o24

Schedules are being finalized currently, and we hope to make them available in the next couple of weeks so each family can review prior to school beginning. Be on the lookout soon for your child’s teachers and specific classes!

AUGUST BACK TO SCHOOL EVENTS

Mark your calendars now for our 23-24 kickoff events to the new school year!

  • Sunday, August 6: WELCOME TO THE ROAR = a block party style event for all of our new and returning TCS families

  • Monday, August 7: MEET MY TEACHER DAY = an opportunity to walk through schedules, meet teachers, etc. 

  • Tuesday, August 8: FIRST DAY OF CLASSES = the new school year begins!


SUMMER READING OPPORTUNITIES

There is NO REQUIRED SUMMER READING, but our team has put together a list of suggested books and resources if your child would like to continue reading over the summer. Students who read 3 books from the suggested list will receive an incentive the first week we are back in August. Check out our suggested list here.


SUMMER MATH WORK

Use this document to review information from Mrs. Paige Whitaker, our Math Curriculum Coordinator, regarding grade level skills your child may need to work on over the summer to ensure a smooth transition for next year. These suggestions are great for parents looking to reinforce concepts over the summer or for those just looking to keep their child sharp over the break. 


“DEN TIME” ON WEDNESDAYS

Our “Catch Up Opportunities in Homeroom” or DEN TIME each Wednesday will be a time for our Homeroom Teachers to help our upper elementary lions re-organize at the mid-way point of the week by cleaning out book bags, binders, and desks while also having an opportunity to review key concepts already taught for the week.

UPPER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL RESOURCES

23/24 SCHOOL CALENDAR: Stay in the know about upcoming breaks and holidays.


HOUSE COMPETITION: Learn about our House System for Elementary and Middle School.

SUMMER CONTACT LIST

UPPER ELEMENTARY ADMINISTRATION

If you have any questions throughout the summer or upcoming school year, use the guide below to ensure your questions are directed to the most helpful personnel. 

  • 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.