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

Published February 28, 2021

Volume 73

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

We are so blessed and thankful for the re-enrollment numbers we are seeing for next year! At almost 96% retention and with several more families still planning to re-enroll, the LORD has been so gracious to us through this pandemic. I couldn’t help but think about the provision we see from God towards His people in Deuteronomy 29:5 where we are told that the Israelites wandered for 40 years in the wilderness but never had to replace their clothing or their shoes. Think about that! That completely defies logic for clothing and shoes to last that long. It also is hard to believe that in the middle of a pandemic Trinity continues to grow. Praise the LORD for His goodness, protection and provision. All glory goes to Him!

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Coach Roby Ross continued our series on “Wisdom from Proverbs” by speaking to the students from Proverbs 3:1-18 emphasizing the importance of perspective when it comes to godly wisdom vs. leaning on our own understanding.

MARCH MEMORY VERSE: MATTHEW 28:18-20 (ESV)

FAnd Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.

LIONS OF THE WEEK

Congratulations to the following students that were nominated by their teachers for making good choices or setting a good example recently. 

• 4th Grade = Lucas Steiner

• 5th Grade = Braeden Richards

READ ACROSS AMERICA WEEK

We are excited to celebrate the week of March 1-5 with the following dress down days. 

• Monday: Pajama Day (I’m Not Going to Get Up Today)

• Tuesday: Crazy Sock Day (Fox in Socks)

• Wednesday: Wacky Wednesday: Wear mismatched/backwards clothes. (Wacky Wednesday)

• Thursday: College/Career Day: Wear a college shirt or dress as your favorite career choice. (Oh, The Places You Will Go)

• Friday: Crazy Hat Day: Wear your favorite/crazy hat. (The Cat in the Hat)

UPCOMING SPECIAL DAYS/EVENTS

Friday, March 12 - “Mask-a-versary” Day - to commemorate the 1 year anniversary of us going virtual during the 2020 school year, students are invited to wear appropriate pajamas for the day. 

Wednesday, March 17 - St. Patrick’s Day or “Green and Jeans” - students may wear jeans with green shirts.

FOOD DRIVE OPPORTUNITY

March 1 - April 1

Our Annual Food Drive will take place from March 1st - April 1st. We are encouraging all students from preschool-8th grade to participate. This is a great opportunity to bless our community, while encouraging generosity in our students.  Items donated will be given to Trinity Church’s food pantry and then dispersed to those in need.  Items may be sent in with your student and given to their classroom/homeroom teacher. We appreciate your willingness to give!

Items needed:

Soup (bean, chicken noodle, vegetable, beef stew), applesauce, peaches, mayonnaise, pancake syrup, cereal, oatmeal, cocoa, coffee, evaporated milk, sugar, vanilla, canned meats (salmon, corned beef, tuna, chicken, etc.), canola oil, vegetable shortening, salad dressing, canned potatoes, instant potatoes, canned fruit, dried beans, peanut butter, jelly, spaghetti sauce, pasta, stew, rice, juices, ramen noodles, pudding, toilet paper, paper towels, diapers (all sizes), dish soap, sanitary napkins, soap, toothbrushes, toothpaste.

LAST WEEK OF SCHOOL SCHEDULE

Please utilize this link to access our upper elementary schedule for the last week of school so you can make plans to join us for 4th and 5th grade awards programs (virtually for parents) and our 5th grade walk (in-person for parents).

ADVANCED AND HONORS CLASS PLACEMENT FOR

21/22 SCHOOL YEAR

Please utilize this link to access requirements used for determining advanced and honors placement for next year’s schedule. The placement requirements will apply to our current 4th and 5th grade students.

AFTER SCHOOL CLUB SCHEDULE

For details, please email Lisa Railey (lisa.railey@tcslions.org)

• Tuesday - Drama Club - 4th-5th grades

• Wednesday - Art Club - 4th-5th grades

• Thursday - Chess Club - 1st-5th grades

• Friday - Running Club - 4th-5th grades

Reminders

• Sick Absences - Be sure to email Adam Vinson (adam.vinson@tcslions.org)

• House Competition - Follow along all year www.tcshouses.weebly.com 

Staff Contacts

Director of Student Life - Tiffany McBurnett (tiffany.mcburnett@tcslions.org)

• Available to assist with student life-related questions (field trips, parties, etc.),  discipline issues, and social and emotional-related challenge. 

Dean of Students - Ryan Tipton (ryan.tipton@tcslions.org) 

• Available to assist with disciplinary concerns.