Keeping you plugged into the exciting things happening at the Upper Elementary School
Published July 14, 2024
Volume 224
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal
A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON
As we look towards the start of the school year, I want to personally invite you to two of our kickoff events for the 2024-2025 year. On Sunday, August 4, we will have our Welcome to the Roar celebration, complete with blow-ups, food options, etc. This is always a great way to celebrate the start of all the LORD has in store for the coming year. In addition, on August 5, we will have our Meet the Teacher orientation day. This is a great opportunity to come walk your child’s schedule, meet teachers, etc. Please note the specific time slots of your family below. We look forward to seeing you in a few short weeks!
Meet the Teacher Details
Families with last name beginning with A-L = 9:30-11:30am (drop-in time slot)
Families with last name beginning with M-Z = 1:30-3:30pm (drop-in time slot)
Student schedules are under development currently and will be released later this month. Please be praying for our team as we work to build the best schedule possible for your child for this new school year.
Note the daily schedule for 4th Grade below.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
8:00-8:05 Homeroom
8:1o-8:50 Specials
8:55-9:35 Bible
9:40-10:30 Rotation 1
10:35-11:25 Rotation 2
11:30-12:00 Lunch
12:05-12:55 Rotation 3
1:00-1:50 Rotation 4
1:55-2:45 Rotation 5
2:50-3:30 Dismissal
Wednesday (Chapel Day)
8:00-8:05 Homeroom
8:1o-8:50 Specials
8:55-9:40 Rotation 1
9:45-10:30 Rotation 2
10:35-10:55 Den Time = Catch Up Opportunities in Homeroom
11:00-11:30 Chapel
11:30-12:00 Lunch
12:05-12:50 Rotation 3
12:55-1:40 Rotation 4
1:45-2:30 Rotation 5
2:35-2:50 Den Time = Catch Up Opportunities in Homeroom
2:50-3:30 Dismissal
Note the daily schedule for 5th Grade below.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
8:00-8:05 Homeroom
8:1o-8:50 Bible
8:55-9:35 Specials
9:40-10:30 Rotation 1
10:35-11:25 Rotation 2
11:30-12:00 Lunch
12:05-12:55 Rotation 3
1:00-1:50 Rotation 4
1:55-2:45 Rotation 5
2:50-3:30 Dismissal
Wednesday (Chapel Day)
8:00-8:05 Homeroom
8:1o-8:55 Rotation 1
9:00-9:40 Specials
9:45-10:30 Rotation 2
10:35-10:55 Den Time = Catch Up Opportunities in Homeroom
11:00-11:30 Chapel
11:30-12:00 Lunch
12:05-12:50 Rotation 3
12:55-1:40 Rotation 4
1:45-2:30 Rotation 5
2:35-2:50 Catch Up Opportunities in Homeroom
2:50-3:30 Dismissal
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.
TEACHING TEAMS FOR 2023-2024
We are excited about the team of teachers we have lined up for each grade level this upcoming school year!
4th Grade Team
Mrs. Angela Anderson (ELA)
Mrs. Tracy Long (Math)
Mrs. Kristi Goss (Science and Social Studies)
Mrs. Christy Stephenson (Reading)
5th Grade Team
Mrs. Gina Smeal (ELA)
Ms. Jennifer Roberts (Math)
Miss MacKenzie Dale (Science and Social Studies)
Mrs. Raegan Barnhill (Reading)
4TH GRADE CURRICULUM NIGHT
All of our 4th grade parents are invited to our special Curriculum Night on Tuesday, August 13 when you will get to hear more from our 4th grade team about how to navigate the transition to Upper Elementary. We look forward to sharing with you more about our exciting program. More details to come!
REMINDER: 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.
REMINDER: 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.
IN PROGRESS: SUPPLY LISTS FOR 2024-2025
We will be finalizing our supply lists in the next couple of weeks as we add any additional items needed by recently hired teachers. In the meantime, feel free to start purchasing the items already added to the list.
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!
UPPER ELEMENTARY RESOURCES
24/25 SCHOOL CALENDAR: Stay in the know about upcoming breaks and holidays.
UPPER ELEMENTARY ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM:
WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
Principal
Adam Vinson (adam.vinson@tcslions.org)
Director of Academics and Student Development
Tiffany McBurnett (tiffany.mcburnett@tcslions.org) - Mrs. McBurnett helps oversee our academic program while also handling discipline.
Director of Curriculum and Instruction
Kristn Peavy (kristan.peavy@tcslions.org) - Mrs. Peavy provides direction and guidance related to each grade level’s curriculum.
Academic Coordinator
Melissa Lanier (melissa.lanier@tcslions.org) - Mrs. Lanier oversees our class placement and return-to-academics process for students who have been absent.
Director of Spiritual Development
Wesley Lassiter (wesley.lassiter@tcslions.org) - Mr. Lassister oversees the spiritual development of our student body.