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

Published May 26, 2024

Volume 222

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Thank you again for all of your support and encouragement throughout this school year. It has once again been an incredible privilege to serve your family, and I want to thank you for choosing Trinity Christian School for your child’s educational needs. My hope and prayer is that your family finds rest, relaxation and unforgettable memories all summer long. We will see you again in August!

CELEBRATING THE END OF THE 23/24 SCHOOL YEAR

HOUSE CUP CHAMPIONS

Congratulations to the Wycliffe House who have captured the House Cup for this school year!

• All members of the Wycliffe House will be receiving a special prize pack this summer through the mail. Be on the lookout!

FINAL REPORT CARDS

Report cards will be available on Blackbaud on June 3rd at 8:00am. Please log in totcslions.myschoolapp.com, click on your student in the top left hand corner, and then under "Performance" you will see "Report Cards" listed. Please click on "Report Cards" to view your student's final grades.

LOOKING AHEAD TO 2024-2025

Summer Break is here and a well deserved rest has finally arrived for each of our students. As we begin this season of vacation, use the information provided below to answer questions you may have about next year. Be on the lookout for even more specific information related to the start of the school year once the Inside the Pride newsletter returns in July.

If you haven’t already, please complete the appropriate form below regarding your child’s schedule for next year. We will begin developing elective schedules very soon so be sure to get your requests in. All forms are due by Friday, May 31. 

• Rising 4th Grade - Schedule Request Form

• Rising 5th Grade – Schedule Request Form

• Rising 6th Grade – Schedule Request Form

SUMMER READING OPPORTUNITY 

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 HELP

Use this document to review information from Ms. 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.

SUPPLY LISTS FOR 2024-2025

These are our initial supply lists for next year. We will add to the list over the next month and will have a finalized list at the beginning of July. But for now, this list will help you get started if you are looking for early summer deals. 

• 4th Supply List - Start of Summer, Not Finalized Until July

• 5th Supply List - Start of Summer, Not Finalized Until July

• 6th Supply List - Start of Summer, Not Finalized Until July

AUGUST BACK TO SCHOOL EVENTS

Mark your calendars for these special days to kickoff the new year. More details to come!

• Sunday night, August 4 = WELCOME TO THE ROAR - a block party style event for all of our new and returning TCS families

• Monday, August 5 = MEET MY TEACHER DAY - an opportunity to walk through schedules, meet teachers, etc. 

• Tuesday, August 6 = FIRST DAY OF CLASSES = the new school year begins!

LOOKING AHEAD TO THE JULY EDITIONS OF INSIDE THE PRIDE

While the above information will help prepare you for the start of the school year, there is more information to come as we get closer to August. Check out the preview list below of additional items that will be covered in upcoming issues of Inside the Pride. 

• UE Spirit Wear Options - we will be offering our annual t-shirts and sweatshirts that are unique to Upper Elementary. Stay tuned for designed and ordering instructions. 

• Teaching Teams - find out who will be leading our 4th and 5th graders next year. 

• MUCH MUCH MORE

UPPER ELEMENTARY RESOURCES

24/25 SCHOOL CALENDAR: Stay in the know about upcoming breaks and holidays. 

MIDDLE SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION

Principal

Adam Vinson (adam.vinson@tcslions.org)

Director of Academics and Student Development

Tiffany McBurnett (tiffany.mcburnett@tcslions.org)