TCS Celebrates our

Grandparents and Special Friends

By Samantha DePriest

One of our most beloved and cherished annual events that TCS Lower School and Upper Elementary host each year is our Grandparents and Special Friends Day. It is a day that is set aside for our students to make memories and show the extra special people in their life all of their favorite things about school. Many of our special guests live locally, however there were some who traveled from as far away as North Carolina, Florida, and Kentucky this year.

Our leadership team at Trinity Christian School share their hearts, “We believe the positive influence and support children receive from their grandparents is essential to their wellbeing and development. Not only is TCS committed to partnering with parents to ensure our students receive a quality education in a safe Christian environment, we also endeavor to foster meaningful relationships with grandparents to do the same.”

On Friday, January 17th we welcomed hundreds of our Grandparents and Special Friends back on both our Early Learning campus and Main campus for a fun filled morning with classroom visits and the Specials Experience in our gymnasium. Our special guests were able to spend time meeting all of our loving teachers and learning more about one another. Some students learned about their grandparents' childhoods through a series of questions around the classrooms, while others made keepsakes together at the Art station or solved crossword puzzles in Spanish. Other students showed their grandparents how they play various musical instruments at the Performing Arts station, competed in the obstacle course at the Physical Education station, and took pictures together by the decorative photo booths that lined the hallways. And one of our students most favorite part of the day was enjoying shopping with their Grandparents and special friends at our Lower School Safari Adventure Book Fair. Our beloved Parent Teacher Fellowship (PTF) leadership team created an awe inspiring space for students and their families to explore hundreds of books.

Our Lower School Administration team shares “At TCS, cultivating a habit of reading among students is paramount. Beyond academic gains, regular reading enhances critical thinking, comprehension, and analytical skills. Exposure to diverse literature fosters empathy and a broader worldview, while also refining vocabulary and communication skills. The habit of reading nurtures a love for learning, stimulates creativity, and encourages independent thinking. Ultimately, it equips our students with essential tools for navigating both academic challenges and the complexities of the world. We partner with a reputable, Christian-friendly book supplier. Our goal is to ensure that your grandchild has access to a wonderful array of books they will love, and that will give you peace of mind.”

The Bible tells us that it is a blessing to have grandchildren. Proverbs 17:6 states, “Grandchildren are the crown of the aged.” The impact that our grandparents have on our students goes far beyond the classroom. Our grandparents are responsible for teaching and modeling God's Word through the sharing of their Faith by living Christ-centered lives and serving as disciple-makers for future generations. We could not be more appreciative of their outpouring of love, time, and support for our students and teachers during this event and all of our school events. We cherish the relationships cultivated with our grandparents and look forward to our continued partnership through the years.