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Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 74

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

Published March 7, 2021

Volume 74

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

This is a reminder that Q3 will be ending on March 12! Can you believe we are almost ¾ of the way through the school year? We are so proud of how hard our students have been working and all that God is teaching them as we continue navigating through this pandemic. Overall, our students have been doing so well with the new mask regulations. It’s evident that being on campus is important to them, and we continue to be thankful that God is allowing face-to-face learning as an option. Keep encouraging your children to work hard and to finish out Q3 strong!

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Pastor Rand Burton from East Point Campus of Peachtree City Christian Church continued our series on “Wisdom from Proverbs” by teaching from Proverbs 31 and used the chapter to remind our students what it means to be an image bearer of God as both male and female.

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 = Micah McFaddin

  • 5th Grade = Haiden McDaniel

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.

IOWA STANDARDIZED TESTING

Our spring testing dates will be Monday, March 15 and Tuesday, March 16. 

*Please note that these dates are changes to our previously scheduled dates.*

FIELD DAY AND MOVIE DAY

To coincide with our IOWA testing dates, upper elementary school students will participate in Field Day in the afternoon on Monday, March 15 and will be watching a movie in classrooms in the afternoon on Tuesday, March 16 (movie TBD).

SPRING PICTURE DAY

Upper elementary students (4th-5th) will have their spring pictures taken on Wednesday, March 24. Appropriate spring attire may be worn. Questions? Please email Tiffany McBurnett (tiffany.mcburnett@tcslions.org)

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 73

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

Published February 28, 2021

Volume 73

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 72

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

Published February 21, 2021

Volume 72

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

We are looking forward to seeing everyone back after the long break! Keep praying for safety and good health for each of our students and families! “Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.” III John 2

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Returning after Winter Break

FEBRUARY MEMORY VERSE: EPHESIANS 2:8-10 (ESV)

For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

LIONS OF THE WEEK

Returning after Winter Break

MAKE UP WORK/VIRTUAL ASSIGNMENTS

Make sure your child has completed all of their work from Winter Break by checking the following links:

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

To celebrate, our teachers will be emphasizing important African-American figures throughout history, specifically using the words Foundation, Innovation, and Transformation to highlight roles and impacts each had on culture today. 

  • Week of February 1 - FOUNDATION = Our teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were the first black individuals to do or accomplish certain feats that helped lay the foundation for others. 

  • Week of February 8 - INNOVATION = Our teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were instrumental in creating new ideas, products and systems that have contributed to our culture over all. 

  • Week of February 22 - TRANSFORMATION = History teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were "culture-changers" by their attitudes, actions and responses to "stand against culture in its wrongness.” (see Robinson House tagline)

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) 

FOOD DRIVE OPPORTUNITY

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 71

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

Published February 14, 2021

Volume 71

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

We are praying that each of our families has a wonderful and safe Winter Break!

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Returning after Winter Break

FEBRUARY MEMORY VERSE: EPHESIANS 2:8-10 (ESV)

For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

LIONS OF THE WEEK

Returning after Winter Break

4TH GRADE MAKE UP WORK/VIRTUAL ASSIGNMENTS

For our 4th grade students, please keep checking this live document for work that needs to be completed by the time we return from Winter Break. 

5TH GRADE MAKE UP WORK/VIRTUAL ASSIGNMENTS

For our 5th grade students, please keep checking this live document for work that needs to be completed by the time we return from Winter Break.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

To celebrate, our teachers will be emphasizing important African-American figures throughout history, specifically using the words Foundation, Innovation, and Transformation to highlight roles and impacts each had on culture today. 

  • Week of February 1 - FOUNDATION = Our teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were the first black individuals to do or accomplish certain feats that helped lay the foundation for others. 

  • Week of February 8 - INNOVATION = Our teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were instrumental in creating new ideas, products and systems that have contributed to our culture over all. 

  • Week of February 22 - TRANSFORMATION = History teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were "culture-changers" by their attitudes, actions and responses to "stand against culture in its wrongness.” (see Robinson House tagline)

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) 

FOOD DRIVE OPPORTUNITY

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 70

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

Published February 7, 2021

Volume 70

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Recently, I’ve been studying James 2 as part of a men’s group I’m a part of at church. How timely given that we are in the midst of celebrating Black History Month as the message of James 2 is all about fighting our tendencies to show partiality and favoritism towards others based on what we perceive to be true about them. Let me encourage you to read through chapter 2 and meditate on the truth of the words found there. May we all learn to see each other as image-bearers of God, and may we all embrace our responsibility to treat each other with the same love and respect we desire for our own selves.

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

To help reduce any unnecessary exposure with our students, we took a break from chapel this week. We plan to resume chapel once we return from Winter Break.

FEBRUARY MEMORY VERSE: EPHESIANS 2:8-10 (ESV)

For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them.

LIONS OF THE WEEK

Returning after Winter Break

4TH GRADE MAKE UP WORK/VIRTUAL ASSIGNMENTS

For our 4th grade students, please keep checking this live document for work that needs to be completed by the time we return from Winter Break. 

5TH GRADE MAKE UP WORK/VIRTUAL ASSIGNMENTS

For our 5th grade students, please keep checking this live document for work that needs to be completed by the time we return from Winter Break.

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

To celebrate, our teachers will be emphasizing important African-American figures throughout history, specifically using the words Foundation, Innovation, and Transformation to highlight roles and impacts each had on culture today. 

  • Week of February 1 - FOUNDATION = Our teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were the first black individuals to do or accomplish certain feats that helped lay the foundation for others. 

  • Week of February 8 - INNOVATION = Our teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were instrumental in creating new ideas, products and systems that have contributed to our culture over all. 

Week of February 22 - TRANSFORMATION = History teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were "culture-changers" by their attitudes, actions and responses to "stand against culture in its wrongness.” (see Robinson House tagline)

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 69

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

Published January 31, 2021

Volume 69

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

February is a special month as we celebrate Black History in our history classes (and other classes too). One of our great desires here at Trinity is that our students would come to understand and value each and every individual as an image-bearer of God. One of the ways we strive to accomplish this is by celebrating the diverse ways that God has created us. We are looking forward to celebrating many of the African-American men and women who have been used by God in mighty ways to impact this world. Be on the lookout for ways we will be celebrating throughout the month.

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Mr. Higgins kicked off our new chapel series looking at the topic of wisdom from the book of Proverbs. He took time to emphasize to the students the difference between man’s wisdom and God’s wisdom. Throughout Quarter 3 we will continue to teach our students to value the wisdom found in God through His Word.

JANUARY MEMORY VERSE: II Corinthians 5:20-21 (ESV)

Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

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 = Ella Bailey

  • 5th Grade = Ansleigh Black

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).

DRAMA CLUB (SPRING SESSION)

New members sign up by February 9th! Sign up here: https://forms.gle/hbsV9CXYJfTWjdP27

BLACK HISTORY MONTH

To celebrate, our teachers will be emphasizing important African-American figures throughout history, specifically using the words Foundation, Innovation, and Transformation to highlight roles and impacts each had on culture today. 

  • Week of February 1 - FOUNDATION = Our teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were the first black individuals to do or accomplish certain feats that helped lay the foundation for others. 

  • Week of February 8 - INNOVATION = Our teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were instrumental in creating new ideas, products and systems that have contributed to our culture over all. 

Week of February 22 - TRANSFORMATION = History teachers will be emphasizing African-Americans who were "culture-changers" by their attitudes, actions and responses to "stand against culture in its wrongness.” (see Robinson House tagline)

FAVORITE NFL TEAM SHIRT DAY

To celebrate Super Bowl Sunday, students are encouraged to wear their favorite NFL team jersey or shirt on Friday, February 5. Students may wear jeans or normal dress code pants/shorts.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 68

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

Published January 24, 2021

Volume 68

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Don’t forget to complete the re-enrollment process which is now open to all of our current families! We are so excited about the plans being made for next year and would love to have each of your children back with us for another exciting year at TCS. If you are experiencing any issues with the re-enrollment process or have any questions about next year, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me as I would love to provide any assistance or support you might need.

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Our students had the opportunity to write “thank you” cards to the many employees serving our community right now at both Fayette and Newnan Piedmont hospitals. The cards are being used as part of a larger initiative to provide gift baskets to the 4,500 employees at both hospitals. We are so thankful for those frontline workers who are giving so much time and energy to serve and care for the sick during this season.

JANUARY MEMORY VERSE: II Corinthians 5:20-21 (ESV)

Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

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 = Jackson Ladd

  • 5th Grade = Alina Cola

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.

REMINDER: 100TH DAY OF SCHOOL

We will celebrate the 100th day of school on Friday, January 29. Our teachers are working hard to put together a fun day of activities for your child! Students are encouraged to dress like they are 100 years old!

REMINDER: 101ST DAY OF SCHOOL

Monday, February 1

Why stop celebrating at the 100th day mark? We are theming the 101st day of school after Disney’s 101 Dalmatians. The teachers will be communicating specific plans for the day.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 67

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

Published January 17, 2021

Volume 67

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

It won’t be long before re-enrollment season is here! This year has been so special to me being on campus, and I’m excited about the prospects of what God has in store for the 21/22 school year. Please let me know if you have any questions related to your decision for returning to TCS in the Fall. It is truly a privilege to serve your family, and I would love to have your child back with us next year!

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Mr. Vinson spoke on the Golden Rule from Matthew 7:12, emphasizing that we are freed to treat others like we wish to be treated, even if we never receive that treatment from others, because God is ultimately the source of all our good treatment.

JANUARY MEMORY VERSE: II Corinthians 5:20-21 (ESV)

Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

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 = Haley Bishop

  • 5th Grade = Patrick Moss

PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION DAY

We are planning to give our 4th and 5th graders the opportunity to watch the Presidential Inauguration on Wednesday, January 20. The event will begin at noon which falls during lunch and recess time. Due to these scheduling conflicts, our 4th and 5th graders will be watching portions of the Inauguration later in the day and will be given classroom activities to connect the event with their history class.

100TH DAY OF SCHOOL

We will celebrate the 100th day of school on Friday, January 29. Our teachers are working hard to put together a fun day of activities for your child! Students are encouraged to dress like they are 100 years old!

101ST DAY OF SCHOOL

Monday, February 1

Why stop celebrating at the 100th day mark? We are theming the 101st day of school after Disney’s 101 Dalmatians. The teachers will be communicating specific plans for the day.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 66

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

Published January 10, 2021

Volume 66

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Welcome back for 2nd semester! We are thrilled to be back on campus and anxiously await all that the LORD has in store for us over this new calendar year. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me if there is anything I can specifically do to serve you better this semester. We consider it a great privilege to have your family here at TCS.

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Returning next week!

JANUARY MEMORY VERSE: II Corinthians 5:20-21 (ESV)

Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

LIONS OF THE WEEK

Returning next week

QUARTER 2 GRADES AND REPORT CARDS

Final grades from the end of the semester will be made available online through RenWeb on Monday, January 11.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 65

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

Published January 3, 2021

Volume 65

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

As we kickoff 2021 we are praying for the Lord’s continued blessing, grace and peace (Num. 6:24-26) heading into the second semester. He has already been so good to us this year, and we cannot wait to see how His continued goodness will be shown to us in the coming months. Thank you again for choosing TCS! We cannot wait to see your children again this week!

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Returning next week!

JANUARY MEMORY VERSE: II Corinthians 5:20-21 (ESV)

Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.

LIONS OF THE WEEK

Returning soon

QUARTER 2 GRADES AND REPORT CARDS

Final grades from the end of the semester will be made available online through RenWeb on Monday, January 11.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 64

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

Published December 13, 2020

Volume 64

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

What a wonderful semester we have had full of blessings and daily provisions! I’m so thankful when thinking back about how God has continued to guide us and protect us since August. Your children have done such a wonderful job transitioning back to school after such a long lay off last spring, and I could not be more proud of their effort. We are down to only a few short days left until Christmas Break. My hope is that each of you will find great joy in celebrating the birth of our Savior this Christmas season with your family and friends.

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Mr. Higgins led our 4th and 5th graders in a time of worship singing Christmas songs to celebrate this special season together.

DECEMBER MEMORY VERSE: John 3:16-17 (ESV)

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.

LIONS OF THE WEEK

RETURNING AFTER CHRISTMAS BREAK

CHRISTMAS DRESS DOWN DAYS

  • Monday, December 14: Christmas Sweater (regular or ugly) and Christmas Socks

  • Tuesday, December 15: Cozy Christmas (Pajamas)

  • Wednesday, December 16: Holiday Cheer (Red and Green)

END OF FALL SEMESTER (LAST WEEK SCHEDULE 12/14-12/18)

Students DO NOT need to bring binders this week!

  • Monday - Christmas activities in the classrooms

    • Students with Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11am

    • Students without Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11:30am

  • Tuesday - Christmas Breakfast and Christmas activities in the classrooms (don’t forget to send in some socks for our fake snowball fight)

    • Students with Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11am

    • Students without Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11:30am

  • Wednesday - Christmas activities in the classrooms and a trip to NCG Theatre to watch The Polar Express - students will be transported by school buses for a 9:30am showing.

*For students who are unable to be picked up at the half day dismissal time on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, we will provide free care until 3:30pm. Normal After School rates will apply after 3:30pm. STUDENTS WILL NEED TO BRING A LUNCH IF THEY HAVE TO STAY FOR AFTER SCHOOL. THERE WILL BE NO HOT LUNCH OPTION. 

AFTER SCHOOL PICKUP THIS WEEK (12:00-6:00pm)

Pick up spot is right outside the church office door located in the Early Learning Building directly across from the TCS Main Office.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 63

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

Published December 6, 2020

Volume 63

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

In Philippians 4:2-3 Paul calls for unity between two women who are at odds with each other. Not only does he affirm the value of each woman, he intentionally does not choose sides. I believe that in a case like this neither woman was technically right in their position or stance. Instead, they shared varying opinions and perspectives about something and were at odds about what to do next. Rather than trying to affirm one as right and one as wrong, Paul appeals to both to seek unity and agreement with each other. The only way this is possible is if both women are willing to take a step back and see the perspective of the other. I find this passage convicting because I am tempted to see myself as right in most situations. What a great reminder that as a believer who is committed to the gospel, I have to strive to see the views of others and be willing to do whatever necessary to pursue unity with those around me, even if I don’t always agree with someone.

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Coach Carr spoke on our need to love God and to love others (Matt. 22:36-40) and explained that by doing so, we will begin to faithfully live out the tag lines for each of our Houses.

DECEMBER MEMORY VERSE: John 3:16-17 (ESV)

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.

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 = Gracie Smelley

  • 5th Grade = Lucy Jackson

CHRISTMAS DRESS DOWN DAYS

  • Thursday, December 10: Candy Cane (Red and White)

  • Monday, December 14: Christmas Sweater (regular or ugly) and Christmas Socks

  • Tuesday, December 15: Cozy Christmas (Pajamas)

  • Wednesday, December 16: Holiday Cheer (Red and Green)

JUST READ REMINDER

Don’t forget to turn in your “Just Read” forms to your homeroom teacher as Mr. Vinson will be providing a reward next week for our students’ Quarter 2 performance!

SIX FLAGS “READ TO SUCCEED” TICKETS EXTENDED

Six Flags is extending the deadline for those who earned tickets last school year. Tickets will now be valid through August 31, 2021. Learn more at www.sixflags.com/read

THE HOLLY JOLLY TROLLY

The Christmas trolly full of holiday treats will be returning on Monday (Dec. 7), Tuesday (Dec. 8) and Thursday (Dec. 10).

END OF FALL SEMESTER (LAST WEEK SCHEDULE 12/14-12/18)

Dr. Anthony has granted us half days the final week of the Fall Semester as we look towards Christmas Break. We WILL NOT have a typical class Christmas party due to COVID restrictions, but we will have a Christmas breakfast to share with the students one day of the week.

  • Monday-Wednesday (School with half-day dismissal)

    • NOTE: Please arrive at the appropriate time, and do not arrive earlier to avoid traffic issues.

      • Students with Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11am

      • Students without Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11:30am

  • Thursday (Teacher Workday, Lower School programs - NO SCHOOL for students)

    • NOTE: Pre-K-3rd grade will have Christmas programs taking place on campus throughout the day. 

  • Friday (NO SCHOOL - MERRY CHRISTMAS)

*For students who are unable to be picked up at the half day dismissal time on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, we will provide free care until 3:30pm. Normal After School rates will apply after 3:30pm.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 62

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

Published November 29, 2020

Volume 62

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

NOVEMBER MEMORY VERSE: Romans 10:9-10 (ESV)

Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved.

PICTURE DAY RETAKES

Monday, November 30 - Students should wear normal uniform attire.

THE HOLLY JOLLY TROLLY

To celebrate the Christmas season we will be offering special Christmas treats, snacks and drinks on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays during 4th and 5th grade lunch. Trolly items will range from $1-2. We hope the kids enjoy this fun opportunity!

END OF FALL SEMESTER (LAST WEEK SCHEDULE 12/14-12/18)

Dr. Anthony has granted us half days the final week of the Fall Semester as we look towards Christmas Break. We WILL NOT have a typical class Christmas party due to COVID restrictions, but we will have a Christmas breakfast to share with the students one day of the week.

  • Monday-Wednesday (School with half-day dismissal)

    • NOTE: Please arrive at the appropriate time, and do not arrive earlier to avoid traffic issues.

      • Students with Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11am

      • Students without Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11:30am

  • Thursday (Teacher Workday, Lower School programs - NO SCHOOL for students)

    • NOTE: Pre-K-3rd grade will have Christmas programs taking place on campus throughout the day. 

  • Friday (NO SCHOOL - MERRY CHRISTMAS)

*For students who are unable to be picked up at the half day dismissal time on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, we will provide free care until 3:30pm. Normal After School rates will apply after 3:30pm.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 61

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

Published November 22, 2020

Volume 61

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Thanksgiving Break is here! Oh the blessings we have to be thankful for this year. God has been so good to us this school year in more ways than I can count. I’m excited about a week off from school to celebrate all that we have to be thankful for here at TCS and within our families. May each of you have a safe and healthy week together with those you love!

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Coach Carr spoke on our need to love God and to love others (Matt. 22:36-40) and explained that by doing so, we will begin to faithfully live out the tag lines for each of our Houses.

NOVEMBER MEMORY VERSE: Romans 10:9-10 (ESV)

Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved.

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 = Aria Davison

  • 5th Grade = Annabeth Wesson

PICTURE DAY RETAKES

Monday, November 30 - Students should wear normal uniform attire.

THE HOLLY JOLLY TROLLY

To celebrate the Christmas season we will be offering special Christmas treats, snacks and drinks on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays during 4th and 5th grade lunch. Trolly items will range from $1-2. We hope the kids enjoy this fun opportunity!

END OF FALL SEMESTER (LAST WEEK SCHEDULE 12/14-12/18)

Dr. Anthony has granted us half days the final week of the Fall Semester as we look towards Christmas Break. We WILL NOT have a typical class Christmas party due to COVID restrictions, but we will have a Christmas breakfast to share with the students one day of the week.

  • Monday-Wednesday (School with half-day dismissal)

    • NOTE: Please arrive at the appropriate time, and do not arrive earlier to avoid traffic issues.

      • Students with Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11am

      • Students without Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11:30am

  • Thursday (Teacher Workday, Lower School programs - NO SCHOOL for students)

    • NOTE: Pre-K-3rd grade will have Christmas programs taking place on campus throughout the day. 

  • Friday (NO SCHOOL - MERRY CHRISTMAS)

*For students who are unable to be picked up at the half day dismissal time on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, we will provide free care until 3:30pm. Normal After School rates will apply after 3:30pm.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 60

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

Published November 15, 2020

Volume 60

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

My brother-in-law recently preached a sermon at our church from Matthew 6:1-18. In this passage Jesus challenges His followers to guard against living righteously (doing good works) for the purpose of being seen and praised for it. Whether it is giving, praying, or fasting, the goal should be to obey God and to be content with His pleasure regardless if we ever receive praise and affirmation from man. My brother-in-law illustrated this truth with what we are seeing in sporting events today. To compensate for the loss of crowds in stadiums, many of you have noticed how cardboard cutouts of fans are being used in addition to fake crowd noise being pumped into the arena. Why? Because most athletes are conditioned to perform when the crowds cheer. And without the crowds due to COVID, fake noise has to be created to avoid a drop off in performance. Are we ever like that? Does our Christian performance ever wane if we are lacking affirmation from man? Let us hear the words of Jesus and strive to obey Him whether man notices and praises us or not.

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Mr. Higgins, Director of Student Development, spoke on the idea that suffering should not feel strange to a follower of Jesus Christ due Scripture promising that at times we will be called to suffer as Christians. Joy can be found in the fact that God chooses to bless us in our suffering. This was a great tie in with the Nee House motto, “Do what is right, even when it is costly.”

NOVEMBER MEMORY VERSE: Romans 10:9-10 (ESV)

Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved.

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 = Trevor Brown

  • 5th Grade = Caleb Goode

PICTURE DAY RETAKES

Monday, November 30 - Students should wear normal uniform attire.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Don’t forget to send in your shoe boxes this Wednesday (chapel day)! House points will be awarded as well.

END OF FALL SEMESTER (LAST WEEK SCHEDULE 12/14-12/18)

Dr. Anthony has granted us half days the final week of the Fall Semester as we look towards Christmas Break. We WILL NOT have a typical class Christmas party due to COVID restrictions, but we will have a Christmas breakfast to share with the students one day of the week.

  • Monday-Wednesday (School with half-day dismissal)

    • NOTE: Please arrive at the appropriate time, and do not arrive earlier to avoid traffic issues.

      • Students with Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11am

      • Students without Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11:30am

  • Thursday (Teacher Workday, Lower School programs - NO SCHOOL for students)

    • NOTE: Pre-K-3rd grade will have Christmas programs taking place on campus throughout the day. 

  • Friday (NO SCHOOL - MERRY CHRISTMAS)

*For students who are unable to be picked up at the half day dismissal time on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, we will provide free care until 3:30pm. Normal After School rates will apply after 3:30pm.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 59

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

Published November 8, 2020

Volume 59

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Don’t forget to remind your child to bring a mask each day to school. The Lord has blessed us greatly with good health amongst our student body lately, and we want to keep doing our part to help lessen the spread of germs during these cooler months. Any student who forgets or loses their mask can see Mr. Vinson for a replacement in his office.

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

BJ Cobb, youth pastor at Northside Baptist, spoke on the story of Elijah and the prophets of Baal. He reminded our students of the need to stand against culture when it is wrong, the tagline motto for the Robinson House.

NOVEMBER MEMORY VERSE: Romans 10:9-10 (ESV)

Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved.

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 = Eljay Leake

  • 5th Grade = Elle Jerger

PICTURE DAY RETAKES

Thursday, November 12 - Students should wear normal uniform attire.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Your child will be receiving information soon about Operation Christmas Child. This is a great opportunity to bless and impact children around the world and teach them about God’s love through a gift filled shoebox. If you would like to participate, please have your child bring their shoebox on chapel day, Wednesday, November 18. House points will be awarded based on participation.

END OF FALL SEMESTER (LAST WEEK SCHEDULE 12/14-12/18)

Dr. Anthony has granted us half days the final week of the Fall Semester as we look towards Christmas Break. We WILL NOT have a typical class Christmas party due to COVID restrictions, but we will have a Christmas breakfast to share with the students one day of the week.

  • Monday-Wednesday (School with half-day dismissal)

    • NOTE: Please arrive at the appropriate time, and do not arrive earlier to avoid traffic issues.

      • Students with Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11am

      • Students without Pre-K siblings - Dismissal begins at 11:30am

  • Thursday (Teacher Workday, Lower School programs - NO SCHOOL for students)

    • NOTE: Pre-K-3rd grade will have Christmas programs taking place on campus throughout the day. 

  • Friday (NO SCHOOL - MERRY CHRISTMAS)

*For students who are unable to be picked up at the half day dismissal time on Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, we will provide free care until 3:30pm. Normal After School rates will apply after 3:30pm.

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 58

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

Published November 1, 2020

Volume 58

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Spirit Week is here, and it feels a little more special than the average year due to COVID! What a privilege to be at TCS where we have on-campus and virtual options to meet the needs of all our students. I’m so thankful to be a part of this ministry and for a headmaster who continues to lead us well during these challenging times. Let’s show our love for TCS together this week by showing our school spirit! Don’t forget about the Homecoming parade and football game on Friday too. We would love to see you all there! 

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Mr. Vinson taught a lesson titled “Treats for Tricks” and highlighted the call Jesus gives us in Matthew 5 to return good for evil by loving, serving and praying for our enemies. While this is hard to do at times, God desires for Christians to react differently than the world when it comes to people who try to hurt us. Rather than retaliating, we are called to love our enemies, just like God who loved and died for us while we were His enemies too.

NOVEMBER MEMORY VERSE: Romans 10:9-10 (ESV)

Because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved.

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 = Logan McMichael

  • 5th Grade = Mia Pettersson

SPIRIT WEEK INFORMATION

Spirit Dress Days

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  • Monday - Quarantine Fits (Pajama Day)

  • Tuesday - Decade Day (Choose your favorite!)

  • Wednesday - Character Day (Trinity appropriate)

  • Thursday - Surfers vs. Bikers (Teen Beach Movie)

  • Friday - Head to Toe Spirit Day! (Get Tacky!!)

Dress Guidelines

  • Athletic shorts can be worn but must meet the fingertip rule.

  • There should be no spaghetti straps or tank tops. 

  • Any tops that are low cut or have a low v-neck must have a modest camisole underneath.

  • Leggings may only be worn with a top that meets the length requirement for shorts (Fingertip rule applies) 

  • Open toe shoes/sandals are permitted for this week only. 

  • Mesh/see-thru tops should not be worn.  

  • The rule for shirts, shorts, and skirts is applied at all angles.

  • Shirts should touch the top of the pants, shorts, skirt, etc.

General Rule: If you have concerns about your outfit..it may be best to pick out something else to wear :)

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 57

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

Published October 25, 2020

Volume 57

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

Quarter 2 is underway, and we are thrilled to be back on campus for another week! We are anticipating that the Lord is going to do some awesome things in the lives of our students over the next 8 weeks through classes, chapel services, etc. Please encourage your child to keep working hard and doing their best as we look towards finishing out Semester 1. If you need anything, don’t hesitate to reach out to me. It’s always a pleasure to serve each of you. 

HOMECOMING SPIRIT WEEK THEMES

Monday, November 2nd

Quarantine Fits (Pajama Day)

Tuesday, November 3rd

Decade Day (Choose your favorite)

Wednesday, November 4th

Character Day (Must be appropriate for TCS)

Thursday, November 5th

Surfers vs. Bikers (See Teen Beach Movie)

     

Friday, November 6th

Head-to-Toe Spirit (Get Tacky!)

HOMECOMING PARADE 

Our annual Homecoming Parade will be Thursday, Nov 5th. It will begin at 6:10pm. Please stand around the baseball field and lower parking lot. 

HOMECOMING PEP RALLY

The pep rally will follow the parade and kick off our powderpuff game.

HOMECOMING POWDERPUFF GAME

Thursday, November 5th from 7:30-8:30 pm

If you are not familiar with a powderpuff game, it is where roles are reversed and guys are the cheerleaders and girls are the players while the teachers are the coaches. The game will be Thursday, November 5th from 7:30-8:30.

HOMECOMING GAME

Friday, November 6th @ 7:30 pm

Come support our football team as we try to take on another victory. 

Be sure to stay for half-time and see our beautiful and handsome homecoming court and see which seniors get crowned King and Queen. 

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Pastor JC Worley from GO Church spoke to our students from the story of Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, specifically regarding what it looks like to stand against culture when it is wrong (Robinson House motto). His encouragement was for our students to Stand Out, Speak Loud and Walk Free!

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octoBER MEMORY VERSE: Colossians 1:15-16 (ESV)

He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities - all things were created through him and for him. 

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 = Yanmiwa Ajayi

  • 5th Grade = Nolyn Gilley

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

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 56

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

Published October 18, 2020

Volume 56

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

octoBER MEMORY VERSE: Colossians 1:15-16 (ESV)

He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities - all things were created through him and for him. 

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.

  • Returning in Q2

REMOTE LEARNING ASSIGNMENTS

Don’t forget that all of the remote work from Thursday and Friday will be due upon our return on Monday, October 19.

FALL PICTURE DAYS

  • 4th and 5th Grade Picture Day = Wednesday, October 21

  • NOTE: Students are required to be in normal dress code attire

Reminders

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.

Inside the Pride Upper Elementary School News - Volume 55

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

Published October 11, 2020

Volume 55

 
Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

Adam Vinson - Upper Elementary School Principal

 

A MESSAGE FROM MR. VINSON

We are praying that each of you has a wonderful and restful Fall Break with family and friends. We are so blessed by all that God has done in Q1, and we cannot wait to see all that God has in store for us in Q2.

LAST WEEK IN CHAPEL 

Mr. Vinson, Mr. Higgins and Mr. Tipton spoke on what it means to bear the image of God for our Spiritual Emphasis Week. Ask your child what they learned!

octoBER MEMORY VERSE: Colossians 1:15-16 (ESV)

He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation. For by him all things were created, in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities - all things were created through him and for him. 

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.

  • Returning in Q2

HABITUDES MOMENT

Ask your child about this month’s image that is being focused on in our Habitudes leadership/character development classes. 

  • 6th Grade: The Starving Baker - This is a common hazard for leaders. We’re like the baker who spends so much time baking bread for others, we forget to eat ourselves. Leaders must feed themselves for personal growth.

  • 7th and 8th: The Talking Stick - The Talking Stick reminds us that before we lead we must listen. Leaders seek to understand the perspective of others before they communicate their own point. They show empathy and ask good questions. As a result, they earn the right to be heard.

REMOTE LEARNING ASSIGNMENTS

Don’t forget that all of the remote work from Thursday and Friday will be due upon our return on Monday, October 19.

FALL PICTURE DAYS

  • 8th Grade Picture Day = Tuesday, October 20

  • 6th and 7th Grade Picture Day = Wednesday, October 21

  • NOTE: Students are required to be in normal dress code attire

Reminders

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.