Episcopal School of Baton Rouge Lower School Knightline

Lower School Parent Newsletter | October 28

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000

October 28, 2026

Happy Wednesday, Lower School Families!

We had a fun-filled week of learning in the Lower School. As we head into the weekend, please take a moment to review the important reminders and upcoming events below.

Attendance Reminder

Please remember that all absences, late arrivals, and early dismissals must be reported through PowerSchool. Instructions for submitting attendance information can be found here and on the Lower School Resource Board. Thank you for helping us ensure accurate attendance records.

Learning Beyond the Classroom

Click below to see what students learned during Toolbox Tuesday and QUEST this week!

Lower School Volleyball Night – Thursday, October 29

Join us for Lower School Volleyball Night! The JV game begins at 5:00 PM, followed by the Varsity game. Come out to cheer on our Knights and enjoy an evening of games, giveaways, and school spirit!

Halloween Celebration – Friday, October 30

Students are welcome to wear costumes to school on Friday as we celebrate Halloween! To ensure a fun and comfortable experience for everyone, please avoid scary costumes and masks. If your child's costume does not include tennis shoes, please be sure to send a pair for recess and PE.

Halloween Parade and Student Performance

Parents are invited to join us for our annual Halloween parade around the carpool circle, followed by a special student dance performance choreographed by our coaches. We look forward to celebrating with our families!

Parking: Please park in Lot 18 (behind Field House) or in the rear parking lot behind Lower School. After 7:50 AM, you may park along Chapelwood Drive or Woodland Ridge.
Visitor Stickers: Available at the Alumni House.
Parade Start Time: Approximately 8:15 AM.
Route: Students will parade around the carpool circle and through the carpool entrance and exit areas. Click here to view the Halloween parade route.

Veterans Day Car Parade – Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Family members, friends, and neighbors of Episcopal are invited to participate in our Veterans Day Car Parade on November 11 at 9:30 AM. Please click here for additional details and registration information.

Lastly, don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour on Saturday night for the end of daylight saving time.

We hope you and your families enjoy a wonderful Halloween and a relaxing weekend. Thank you for your continued support of our Lower School community.

Go Knights!

Michelle Grantham-Caston, PhD
Head of Lower School
granthamm@ehsbr.org
www.episcopalbr.org

This Week:

October 29

LS Volleyball Night

October 30

Halloween Parade @ 8AM

November 4

Chapel

November 6

Smokey Knights
Football Game - Senior Night

Upcoming Events in Lower School

November 11

Support Staff Appreciation Chapel
Veterans Day Car Parade @ 9:30AM

November 18

PK4-2nd Morning Meeting
3rd-5th Grade Eucharist

November 23-26

Thanksgiving Break

SAIS/ISACS Parent Series

December 1

The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core
Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
with Shawn Achor

January 13

The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance:
What to Do About Tech & Kids
with Catherine Price

February 9

Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
with Evan Harris

April 8

How Temperament Shapes Who We Become:
Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
with Aliza Pressman

May 4

The Power of One
with John O’Leary

LS Resources

Find supply lists, summer reading logs, orientation info, required forms, club sign-ups, and more—all in one place.

All School Calendar

Keep track of school holidays, major events, and important dates across all divisions—updated year-round for your planning needs.

Lunch Menu

See what’s being served in Webster's Refectory. Updated every Friday with daily options

Lower School Parent Newsletter | October 21

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000

October 21, 2026

This beautiful week has flown by. Faculty will be in Department Retreats on Friday, working on vertical alignment and growing our communities. There will be no classes for students, as our faculty will spend dedicated time collaborating, reflecting, and planning to ensure a strong and connected learning experience for every child. We are grateful for the opportunity to invest in this important work and appreciate your support.

Click here to see what students learned on Toolbox Tuesday and QUEST this week!

Just a reminder, we are still collecting books for our book drive. You can drop off gently used books at morning carpool tomorrow.

We hope you will join us for our LS Parent Coffee on Wednesday, October 28, at 8:15 AM in the QUEST Center, or immediately following Chapel. This month’s topic is Rude, Mean, or Bullying?

Lower School Volleyball Night is next Thursday, October 29. The JV begins at 5 PM, with the Varsity game after. Join us for games, giveaways, and good times!

The annual Halloween Parade is on Friday, October 30, at 8:15 AM in the Carpool Circle. Costumes should be school-appropriate and not gruesome. We ask that students refrain from face makeup or props. If tennis shoes are not worn with the costume, make sure your child brings a pair for recess and PE.

Boots. Buckles. BBQ….and Knights! Dust off your boots and grab your cowboy hat because the first annual Smokey Knights BBQ Tailgate Cook-Off is coming to Lot 18 on November 6th! Join us for an unforgettable evening of mouthwatering BBQ, live country music, Senior Knight festivities, and plenty of Western fun. Support the event by becoming a Team Sponsor, Event Sponsor, or purchasing your Pitmaster Voting Tickets and help crown the Smokey Knights BBQ Champion! Best of all, the food is free, so come hungry and ready to cast your vote for your favorite pitmaster. We can't wait to see y'all there!

Family, friends, and neighbors of Episcopal are encouraged to join our Veterans Day Car Parade on November 11, 2026 at 9:30 AM. Please click here for all the details and to register.

We hope you have a wonderful long weekend and enjoy some extra time with your families! Thank you for your continued support of our Lower School community. We look forward to another great week together!

Go Knights!

Michelle Grantham-Caston, PhD
Head of Lower School
granthamm@ehsbr.org
www.episcopalbr.org

Upcoming Events

October 19-22

Book Drive for Students for Humanitarian Aid and Awareness

October 23

Teacher Professional Development Day - no school for students

October 28

Chapel
LS Parent Coffee

October 29

LS Volleyball Night

October 30

Halloween Parade @ 8AM

Upcoming Events in Lower School

November 4

Chapel

November 6

Smokey Knights

November 11

Support Staff Appreciation Chapel
Veterans Day Car Parade @ 9:30AM

November 18

PK4-2nd Morning Meeting
3rd-5th Grade Eucharist

November 23-26

Thanksgiving Break

SAIS/ISACS Parent Series

December 1

The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core
Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
with Shawn Achor

January 13

The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance:
What to Do About Tech & Kids
with Catherine Price

February 9

Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
with Evan Harris

April 8

How Temperament Shapes Who We Become:
Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
with Aliza Pressman

May 4

The Power of One
with John O’Leary

LS Resources

Find supply lists, summer reading logs, orientation info, required forms, club sign-ups, and more—all in one place.

All School Calendar

Keep track of school holidays, major events, and important dates across all divisions—updated year-round for your planning needs.

Lunch Menu

See what’s being served in Webster's Refectory. Updated every Friday with daily options

Lower School Parent Newsletter | October 14

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000

October 14, 2026

There’s lots to look forward to in Lower School! From exciting learning experiences in the QUEST Center to theatre performances, service opportunities, and fun fall traditions, our students have plenty to keep them busy in the weeks ahead. Take a look at what’s happening around campus and mark your calendars for these upcoming events!

Click here to see what students are doing in the QUEST Center this week!

Get ready to party and Move It Move It with the cast of Madagascar Jr. Performances are October 16–18. We hope you’ll come support our students and enjoy a night at the theatre. Click here to purchase tickets.

Students for Humanitarian Aid and Awareness, a student-led service club, is hosting a gently used book drive during the week of October 19-23. Please consider donating children's books that are no longer being read at home. Donated books can be dropped off during morning carpool throughout the week, helping provide reading opportunities for local schools and families. Thank you for supporting literacy in our community!

Mark your calendars for our next Lower School Parent Coffee on Wednesday, October 28, at 8:15 AM in the QUEST Center, or immediately following Chapel. This month’s topic is Rude, Mean, or Bullying?

We invite you to join us for Lower School Volleyball Night on Thursday, October 29. The JV begins at 5 PM, with the Varsity game after.

Our annual Halloween Parade is on Friday, October 30 at 8:15 AM in the Carpool Circle. Costumes should be school-appropriate and not gruesome. We would ask that students refrain from face makeup or props. If tennis shoes are not worn with the costume, make sure your child brings a pair for recess and PE.

Click here to read about our upcoming Veterans Day Parade on November 11 at 9:30 AM. Family, friends, and neighbors of Episcopal are encouraged to join the car parade! There is a sign-up link in the message. Students are invited to dress in red, white, and blue to honor those who serve our country.

Thank you for your continued support of our Lower School community! We look forward to seeing our families at many of these upcoming events as we celebrate learning, service, school spirit, and the fall season together. As always, please check your weekly Knightline and teacher newsletters for additional updates and reminders.

Go Knights!

Michelle Grantham-Caston, PhD
Head of Lower School
granthamm@ehsbr.org
www.episcopalbr.org

Upcoming Events

October 16

Pizza Day

October 16-18

Madagascar Jr.

October 19-23

Book Drive for Students for Humanitarian Aid and Awareness

October 21

PK4-2nd Morning Meeting
3rd-5th Grade Eucharist

October 23

Teacher Professional Development Day - no school for students

Upcoming Events in Lower School

October 28

Chapel
LS Parent Coffee

October 29

LS Volleyball Night

October 30

Halloween Parade @ 8AM

November 6

Smokey Knights

November 11

Veterans Day Car Parade @ 9:30AM

SAIS/ISACS Parent Series

December 1

The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core
Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
with Shawn Achor

January 13

The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance:
What to Do About Tech & Kids
with Catherine Price

February 9

Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
with Evan Harris

April 8

How Temperament Shapes Who We Become:
Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
with Aliza Pressman

May 4

The Power of One
with John O’Leary

LS Resources

Find supply lists, summer reading logs, orientation info, required forms, club sign-ups, and more—all in one place.

All School Calendar

Keep track of school holidays, major events, and important dates across all divisions—updated year-round for your planning needs.

Lunch Menu

See what’s being served in Webster's Refectory. Updated every Friday with daily options

Lower School Parent Newsletter | October 7

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000

October 7, 2026

As we head into Fall Break, we hope your family enjoys some well-deserved rest and time together. It has been a busy season at Episcopal, and we encourage everyone to slow down, recharge, and enjoy these days with your children. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday!

Click here to see what students are learning in Toolbox Tuesday and QUEST this week!

Knight Under the Stars Committee Kick-Off Meeting is Monday, October 12 at 1:30 PM in the Alumni House Parlor. RSVP here if you plan to join.

Quarter 2 clubs begin on Monday, October 12. As a reminder, the club pick-up line begins at the Mire Circle sign, snakes through the parking lot, and onto Woodland Ridge. Please do not pull into the carpool circle until motioned in at 4:25. A traffic flow map is available here.

Parent-Teacher Conference Day is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14. If you haven’t already done so, please click here to sign up for your child’s conference time. Students do not report to school on this day , however you may drop off your Lower School student in the Greer Center for supervision during your scheduled conference time.

Madagascar Jr. is our middle school musical production this fall! Join us October 16–18 as our talented middle school students bring this fun filled adventure to the stage. Get ready to party and Move It Move It with the cast as Madagascar Jr. is great for the whole family! We hope you’ll come support our students and enjoy a night at the theatre. Click here to purchase tickets.

Students for Humanitarian Aid and Awareness, a student-led service club, is hosting a gently used book drive during the week of October 19-23. This year, our club has chosen to focus on literacy in Baton Rouge, and we need your help! Please consider donating children's books that are no longer being read at home. Donated books can be dropped off during morning carpool throughout the week and will help provide reading opportunities for local schools and families. Thank you for supporting literacy in our community!

Go Knights!

Michelle Grantham-Caston, PhD
Head of Lower School
granthamm@ehsbr.org
www.episcopalbr.org

Upcoming Events

October 8-9

Fall Break

October 12

Knight Under the Stars Committee Kick-Off Meeting at 1:30 PM in Alumni House

October 14

Conference Day-no school for LS students

October 16

Pizza Day

October 16-18

Madagascar Jr.

Upcoming Events in Lower School

October 19-23

Book Drive for Students for Humanitarian Aid and Awareness

October 21

PK4-2nd Morning Meeting
3rd-5th Grade Eucharist

October 23

Teacher Professional Development Day - no school for students

October 28

Chapel
LS Parent Coffee

October 29

LS Volleyball Night

October 30

Halloween Parade @ 8AM
Karnival Knight Rain Date

SAIS/ISACS Parent Series

December 1

The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core
Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
with Shawn Achor

January 13

The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance:
What to Do About Tech & Kids
with Catherine Price

February 9

Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
with Evan Harris

April 8

How Temperament Shapes Who We Become:
Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
with Aliza Pressman

May 4

The Power of One
with John O’Leary

LS Resources

Find supply lists, summer reading logs, orientation info, required forms, club sign-ups, and more—all in one place.

All School Calendar

Keep track of school holidays, major events, and important dates across all divisions—updated year-round for your planning needs.

Lunch Menu

See what’s being served in Webster's Refectory. Updated every Friday with daily options

Lower School Parent Newsletter | September 30

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Dear Parents,

September 30, 2026

October is here, and there is so much happening around Lower School! From the excitement of Karnival Knight and the Blessing of the Animals to celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and supporting Woman’s Hospital’s BUST initiative, our students have plenty of opportunities to learn, serve, celebrate, and have fun. As we wrap up the first quarter, we are looking forward to a well-deserved Fall Break and all that the next few weeks have in store. Be sure to read below for important reminders, upcoming events, and ways your family can be involved!

Click here to see what students are learning in Toolbox Tuesday and QUEST this week!

Karnival Knight is currently scheduled for Friday, October 2, from 3:30–6:30 PM. PG is asking for cake walk donations for Karnival Knight. Please drop off your cake donations at morning carpool on Friday! Just a reminder that all Lower School students attending Karnival must be dismissed to an adult and Extended Care is not available on Friday.

Please know that our PG volunteers are closely monitoring the weather and will make a decision Thursday by noon if Karnival Knight will need to be postponed. The rescheduled date will be Friday, October 30. We will communicate the decision as soon as it is made on Thursday.

Quarter 2 Club Registration will remain open until Friday, October 2 at 5:00 pm. Please review the club booklet here. Quarter 2 clubs will begin on Monday, October 12. **Homework Helper and Girls on the Run are the only afterschool clubs that will meet the week of October 5-9.

Our annual Blessing of the Animals is Monday, October 5th @ 3:45 PM on the front lawn. All pets should be caged or leashed and children may also bring a picture of their pet or a stuffed animal. Our Upper School Service Learning class will be collecting used towels and blankets for the CCA Animal Shelter. Click here to learn more about CCA and the Blanket and Towel Drive.

On Wednesday, October 7th, students are invited to donate $1 and wear a PINK top with uniform bottoms in support of Woman’s Hospital’s BUST Breast Cancer Initiative.

The first quarter will officially end on Wednesday, October 7, and Fall Break will be Thursday, October 8, and Friday, October 9. We hope you enjoy this well-deserved break and find plenty of time to relax, recharge, and enjoy some downtime with your family!

Parent-Teacher Conference Day is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14. If you haven’t already done so, please click here to sign up for your child’s conference time. Students do not report to school on this day, however you may drop off your Lower School student in the Greer Center for supervision during your scheduled conference time.

Hispanic Heritage Month has been going great! Our students have been sharing information about different cultures, traditions, and the many contributions of Hispanic people in our communities and around the world. This year, we would also love to celebrate our students and their personal connections to Spanish-speaking countries. If your family has recently visited a Spanish-speaking country, it is not too late to share a special photo with us! We would love the opportunity to showcase and celebrate these meaningful experiences with our school community.

Our Lower School teachers have lots of little jobs that need an extra set of hands! Helping Hands is a simple way for parents to volunteer when they have time and help make our teachers’ days a little easier. Teachers will add a job to this form when they need assistance. Simply find a job you would like to help with and add your name to the Volunteer column. Thank you for being one of our Helping Hands!

Thank you for continuing to support our students, teachers, and Lower School community in so many ways.

Go Knights!

Michelle Grantham-Caston, PhD
Head of Lower School
granthamm@ehsbr.org
www.episcopalbr.org

Upcoming Events

October 2

Karnival Knight
- No extended care

October 5

Blessing of the Animals at 3:45 PM

October 7

PINK Dress Day
1st Grade Duathlon

October 8-9

Fall Break

Upcoming Events in Lower School

October 14

Conference Day-no school for LS students

October 16

Pizza Day

October 16-18

Madagascar Jr.

October 21

PK4-2nd Morning Meeting
3rd-5th Grade Eucharist

October 23

Teacher Professional Development Day - no school for students

October 28

Chapel
LS Parent Coffee

October 29

LS Volleyball Night

October 30

Halloween Parade @ 8AM
Karnival Knight Rain Date

SAIS/ISACS Parent Series

September 29

School Readiness: Executive Function
Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

December 1

The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core
Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
with Shawn Achor

January 13

The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance:
What to Do About Tech & Kids
with Catherine Price

February 9

Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
with Evan Harris

April 8

How Temperament Shapes Who We Become:
Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
with Aliza Pressman

May 4

The Power of One
with John O’Leary

LS Resources

Find supply lists, summer reading logs, orientation info, required forms, club sign-ups, and more—all in one place.

All School Calendar

Keep track of school holidays, major events, and important dates across all divisions—updated year-round for your planning needs.

Lunch Menu

See what’s being served in Webster's Refectory. Updated every Friday with daily options

Lower School Parent Newsletter | September 23

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Dear Parents,

September 23, 2026

Fall is officially here, and with it comes a busy, exciting season. On the first day of fall, our staff spent the day engaged in professional development, focusing on vertical alignment, Responsive Classroom practices, and CPR training. It was a meaningful day that allowed us to reflect on our work and better prepare to support the needs of our students and community.

As you will see, there are many events and activities taking place over the next several weeks. Please make sure that during all school after-school events, children are supervised. We look forward to all that this season will bring and appreciate your partnership along the way. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.

Click here to see what students are learning in QUEST this week!

Quarter 2 club registration is now open. Club registration will remain open until Friday, October 2 at 3:00 pm. Space is limited, and early registration is encouraged to secure a place for your child in a particular club. Please review the club booklet here.

Just a reminder, the deadline to opt-out of the 2026-2027 print directory is Friday, September 25, 2026. The directory includes family emails, phone numbers, and addresses. Please complete the opt-out form if you do not want your household included in the directory.

Our School Security Parent Coffee is scheduled for Monday, September 28, 2026, at 8:00 AM in the Alumni House Dining Hall. Please join us for an informative conversation about school security and the steps we are taking to help keep our students and campus safe. We hope you’ll make plans to attend!

Picture Retake Day is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29 from 7:50-10:00 AM in the VPAC Lobby. If your Lower School student needs a retake, please write “RETAKE” on your child’s photo packet and return it to your child’s homeroom teacher. Students that missed our initial picture day in August will also take a picture on this day. You may also email Casie Burley in the Lower School Office if your child needs to participate in retake day.

Karnival Knight is next Friday, October 2nd from 3:30-6:30PM. Extended Care is not available on this day and Lower School students will only be dismissed to an adult. Please complete the Karnival Knight dismissal form in your child’s Wednesday folder and return it to your child’s teacher by next Wednesday.

Mark your calendars for our annual Blessing of the Animals on Monday, October 5th @ 3:45 PM on the front lawn. All pets should be caged or leashed and children may also bring a picture of their pet or a stuffed animal. Our Upper School Service Learning class will be collecting used towels and blankets for the CCA Animal Shelter. Click here to learn more about CCA and the Blanket and Towel Drive.

Just a reminder to please refrain from using your cell phone during morning and afternoon carpool. Our focus should be on keeping carpool moving safely and efficiently. Thank you for your cooperation!

Go Knights!

Michelle Grantham-Caston, PhD
Head of Lower School
granthamm@ehsbr.org
www.episcopalbr.org

Upcoming Events

September 24

Mahjong Knight

September 25

Last Day to Opt-Out of Printed Directory
Cane's Day for Lunch
Football Game at 7:00 PM

September 28

School Security Parent Coffee @ 8:00 AM
- Alumni House Dining Hall

September 29

Picture Retake Day
Teacher Terrific Tuesday
SAIS/ISACS 2026-27 Parent Series
- School Readiness: Executive Function
  Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

October 2

Karnival Knight
- No extended care

Upcoming Events in Lower School

October 5

Blessing of the Animals at 4:00 PM

October 7

PINK Dress Day
1st Grade Duathlon

October 8-9

Fall Break

October 14

Conference Day-no school for LS students

SAIS/ISACS Parent Series

September 29

School Readiness: Executive Function
Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

December 1

The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core
Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
with Shawn Achor

January 13

The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance:
What to Do About Tech & Kids
with Catherine Price

February 9

Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
with Evan Harris

April 8

How Temperament Shapes Who We Become:
Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
with Aliza Pressman

May 4

The Power of One
with John O’Leary

LS Resources

Find supply lists, summer reading logs, orientation info, required forms, club sign-ups, and more—all in one place.

All School Calendar

Keep track of school holidays, major events, and important dates across all divisions—updated year-round for your planning needs.

Lunch Menu

See what’s being served in Webster's Refectory. Updated every Friday with daily options

Lower School Parent Newsletter | September 16

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Dear Parents,

What a fun week we are having in Lower School! We celebrated Dot Day on September 15, welcomed our alumni back to campus, and enjoyed all the Homecoming dress days and festivities thus far! The Gold Steppers visited Morning Meeting on Monday, and tomorrow our football captains and cheerleaders will stop by to share their school spirit with our students. The excitement will continue on Friday morning with a Lower School Morning Meeting Pep Rally in the gym. We are looking forward to a wonderful Homecoming celebration and hope to see you there!

Click here to see what students are learning in QUEST this week!

Quarter 2 Club Registration will open on Monday, September 21. The club brochure will also be included in Knightline on Wednesday, September 23. Registration will close on Monday, October 5 at 5:00 pm and Quarter 2 clubs will begin on Monday, October 12.

As we finalize the 2026-2027 Directory, which includes family emails, phone numbers, and addresses, please complete the opt-out form if you do not want your household included in the directory. You can opt-out of the online directory at any time. However, the deadline to opt-out of the print directory is Friday, September 25, 2026.

Parent-Teacher Conference Day is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14. Please click here to sign up for your child’s conference time. Please note that 4th and 5th grade sign-ups have multiple conference days to meet with the families. Teachers are looking forward to showcasing your child’s growth so far this year.

Just a reminder, it is Lower School Professional Development day on Tuesday, September 22. There is no school for Lower School students.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Go Knights!

Michelle Grantham-Caston, PhD
Head of Lower School
granthamm@ehsbr.org
www.episcopalbr.org

Upcoming Events

September 21

Day of Peace @ 8:00 AM

September 22

Lower School Faculty & Staff Professional Day - no school for students.

September 23

PK4-2nd Grade Morning Meeting in Greer
3rd-5th Grade Eucharist in Chapel

September 24

Mahjong Knight

September 25

Cane's Day for Lunch
Football Game at 7:00 PM

Upcoming Events in Lower School

September 29

Picture Retake Day
Teacher Terrific Tuesday
SAIS/ISACS 2026-27 Parent Series
- School Readiness: Executive Function
  Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

October 2

Karnival Knight

October 5

Blessing of the Animals at 4:00 PM

October 7

PINK Dress Day
1st Grade Duathlon

October 8-9

Fall Break

October 14

Conference Day-no school for LS students

SAIS/ISACS Parent Series

September 29

School Readiness: Executive Function
Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

December 1

The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core
Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
with Shawn Achor

January 13

The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance:
What to Do About Tech & Kids
with Catherine Price

February 9

Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
with Evan Harris

April 8

How Temperament Shapes Who We Become:
Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
with Aliza Pressman

May 4

The Power of One
with John O’Leary

LS Resources

Find supply lists, summer reading logs, orientation info, required forms, club sign-ups, and more—all in one place.

All School Calendar

Keep track of school holidays, major events, and important dates across all divisions—updated year-round for your planning needs.

Lunch Menu

See what’s being served in Webster's Refectory. Updated every Friday with daily options

Lower School Parent Newsletter | September 9

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Dear Parents,

Next week will be an exciting and busy week as we kick off Hispanic Heritage Month, host a Parent Coffee, and celebrate Homecoming!

Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15. This month students will celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic people in our communities and around the world.

Our first Parent Coffee is Wednesday, September 16 @ 8:30am. Dynamic Therapy Specialists will present on behavior and will discuss these key points:

learning how to understand WHY the behavior is happening
understanding Bribe versus Rewards as a response
understanding Dysregulation versus Learned Behavior
the introduction of specific methods that will promote self-regulation at home and beyond

We have lots of fun activities planned next week as we celebrate Homecoming Week. Click here for all the details.

Check out these Lower School Happenings to see what your child learned in the QUEST and on Toolbox Tuesday this week.

Toolbox Tuesday is a resource for families. Mrs. Lofland provides a weekly lesson to the entire Lower School during Morning Meeting. For those new to Episcopal, Mrs. Lofland is beginning her seventh year as Episcopal’s Lower School Counselor and has been a Licensed Professional Counselor for 18 years. She works with students in PreK-3 through 5th grade and values building strong partnerships with families to support student success. She enjoys helping students grow socially, academically, and emotionally, with a special focus on developing confidence, friendships, and effective communication skills. Please let her know if she can be of support and service to your family.

Artsonia, our digital portfolio app, is now updated for all new families! This portal lets you view all student work and, if you'd like, order your child's masterpieces printed on various items. Families can also invite other family members and friends to join as well, if they wish. This makes for a fun way to share your child's growth and learning with your loved ones near and far. Invitations to join your child’s portfolio were sent via email earlier this week and come directly from Artsonia. Check your spam if you do not see it. If you have any questions regarding this app, please contact Mrs. Russell.

Thank you for your continued support. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

Go Knights!

Michelle Grantham-Caston, PhD
Head of Lower School
granthamm@ehsbr.org
www.episcopalbr.org

Upcoming Events

September 14-18

Homecoming Week

September 15

Hispanic Heritage Month begins

September 16

Lower School Parent Coffee

September 18

Lower School Pep Rally @ 8:00 AM
Squires Tailgate @ 5:00 PM
Homecoming Game @ 7:00 PM

Upcoming Events in Lower School

September 29

Picture Retake Day
Teacher Terrific Tuesday
SAIS/ISACS 2026-27 Parent Series
- School Readiness: Executive Function
  Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

October 2

Karnival Knight

October 5

Blessing of the Animals at 4:00 PM

October 7

PINK Dress Day
1st Grade Duathlon

October 8-9

Fall Break

October 14

Conference Day-no school for LS students

SAIS/ISACS Parent Series

September 29

School Readiness: Executive Function
Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

December 1

The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core
Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
with Shawn Achor

January 13

The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance:
What to Do About Tech & Kids
with Catherine Price

February 9

Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
with Evan Harris

April 8

How Temperament Shapes Who We Become:
Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
with Aliza Pressman

May 4

The Power of One
with John O’Leary

LS Resources

Find supply lists, summer reading logs, orientation info, required forms, club sign-ups, and more—all in one place.

All School Calendar

Keep track of school holidays, major events, and important dates across all divisions—updated year-round for your planning needs.

Lunch Menu

See what’s being served in Webster's Refectory. Updated every Friday with daily options

Lower School Parent Newsletter | September 2

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Dear Lower School Families,

Thank you to everyone who donated school supplies for Melrose Elementary. The generosity of our Lower School community was truly overwhelming, and the amount of supplies collected was incredible. Today a group of 5th graders delivered the supplies and the school was so grateful for your support and kindness.

Today, our 4th grade students also received their Bibles. It was a special milestone, and the turnout from families was amazing. Thank you for showing up to support our students and for partnering with us in these meaningful moments.

Artsonia is up and running for the 2026-2027 school year! New families are currently being added, and we appreciate your patience as we work through the setup process. Once your account has been created, you will receive an email invitation to join. Stay tuned for more information!

Thank you to all the Tray Helpers. Here is a quick cheat sheet created by one of our parents.

Around Campus:

Check out these Lower School Happenings to see what your child learned on Toolbox Tuesday and in the QUEST this week.

The Episcopal Gold Steppers will be selling ribbons at lower school carpool circle on football game days beginning Thursday, September 3rd! Ribbons will be $1 each. We will do our best to keep change on hand, but please bring the exact change whenever possible. We can’t wait to see our Episcopal community showing their spirit! Go Knights!

Our first PG Pizza Day is this Friday! Students who pre-ordered pizza will receive it for lunch. Chef Pat will also be serving lunch for students who did not order pizza, so there will be an option available for everyone.

The All4One eFund Campaign kicks off September 8! We are so proud to share that our faculty and staff have reached 100% participation, and we are hopeful our parent community will help us reach that milestone as well! Your support, no matter how large or small, truly makes a difference.

Our first Lower School Parent Coffee is scheduled for September 16, 2026, at 8:30 AM in the QUEST. This month’s topic is “Understanding Your Child’s Behavior and How to Respond to It…” We hope you’ll join us for this informative and engaging conversation! Please mark your calendars for our upcoming Parent Coffee dates: October 28; November 2; February 19; and April 14.

Karnival Knight is just around the corner, so be sure to purchase your gear! Students may wear their Karnival Knight T-shirts all week leading up to the Karnival with school-approved bottoms, including shorts, pants, or skirts.

We are grateful for a community that continually gives, serves, and invests in our children and others. Thank you for making a difference!

Go Knights!

Michelle Grantham-Caston, PhD
Head of Lower School
granthamm@ehsbr.org
www.episcopalbr.org

Upcoming Events

September 7

Labor Day- School Holiday

September 8

All4One eFund Campaign Kick Off

Upcoming Events in Lower School

September 16

Lower School Parent Coffee

September 22

Lower School Faculty & Staff Professional Day - no school for students.

September 24

Mahjong Knight

September 29

SAIS/ISACS 2026-27 Parent Series
- School Readiness: Executive Function
  Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

October 2

Karnival Knight

October 7

PINK Dress Day

October 7 & 8

Fall Break

October 14

Conference Day

SAIS/ISACS Parent Series

September 29

School Readiness: Executive Function
Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

December 1

The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core
Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
with Shawn Achor

January 13

The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance:
What to Do About Tech & Kids
with Catherine Price

February 9

Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
with Evan Harris

April 8

How Temperament Shapes Who We Become:
Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
with Aliza Pressman

May 4

The Power of One
with John O’Leary

LS Resources

Find supply lists, summer reading logs, orientation info, required forms, club sign-ups, and more—all in one place.

All School Calendar

Keep track of school holidays, major events, and important dates across all divisions—updated year-round for your planning needs.

Lunch Menu

See what’s being served in Webster's Refectory. Updated every Friday with daily options

Lower School Parent Newsletter | August 26

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Our Lower School 5th grade leaders enjoyed a wonderful day on Friday as they participated in their retreat and celebrated the Sweatshirt Ceremony. We are so proud of the example these students set for our community.

Today our entire school community gathered for an All-School Worship Service to officially kick off the 2026-2027 school year. It was a special time to come together in faith, celebrate the start of a new year, and reflect on the values that unite us as a community. We look forward to a year filled with learning, growth, service, and meaningful connections.

We have also been collecting donations for the School Supply Drive and are incredibly grateful for the generosity of our families. Thank you for helping us support students and schools in need through your thoughtful contributions.

Reminders:

If you arrive before morning carpool begins at 7:25 a.m. and need to walk your PK student to Greer, please pull into a parking space at A, B, or C and walk your child into the building. Thank you for helping us keep morning arrival safe and smooth for everyone!

Girls on the Run registration closes on Friday, August 28 for girls in 3rd-5th grades. Practices will begin on Wednesday, September 9. To learn more, click here.

The Episcopal School Store is fully stocked with Episcopal gear, everyday t-shirts and gifts. Store hours are: Wednesdays: 7:30–8:30 AM and Thursdays: 2:00–3:45 PM.

Looking Ahead:

Again this year, the Episcopal School of Baton Rouge has registered our community for the ISACS Parent Series. Parents may choose to participate live or watch the recordings, but they must sign up individually in advance. Once registered, parents will receive a Zoom link to the live webinar and a follow-up link to the recording. The first series is scheduled for September 29, 2026. Click here for more information and to register in advance.

Karnival Knight is scheduled for Friday, October 2. This event is attended by students currently enrolled in our lower and middle school grades and features amusements, games, food, and fun! Click here to see the several sponsorship opportunities available if you are interested in supporting this event.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me.

Go Knights!

Michelle Grantham-Caston, PhD
Head of Lower School
granthamm@ehsbr.org
www.episcopalbr.org

Upcoming Events

September 2

Lower School Chapel
4th Grade Bible Blessing

September 4

Pizza Day

September 7

Labor Day- School Holiday

Upcoming Events in Lower School

September 7

Labor Day- School Holiday

September 22

Lower School Faculty & Staff Professional Day - no school for students.

September 24

Mahjong Knight

September 29

SAIS/ISACS 2026-27 Parent Series
- School Readiness: Executive Function
  Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

October 2

Karnival Knight

October 7

PINK Dress Day

October 7 & 8

Fall Break

October 14

Conference Day

SAIS/ISACS Parent Series

September 29

School Readiness: Executive Function
Needed to “Do School” with Sarah Ward

December 1

The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core
Beliefs Predicts Greater Success & A Better Life
with Shawn Achor

January 13

The Family Guide to Screen/Life Balance:
What to Do About Tech & Kids
with Catherine Price

February 9

Protecting Your Child in the Age of Deepfakes
with Evan Harris

April 8

How Temperament Shapes Who We Become:
Why Some Children Need More than Others to Flourish
with Aliza Pressman

May 4

The Power of One
with John O’Leary

LS Resources

Find supply lists, summer reading logs, orientation info, required forms, club sign-ups, and more—all in one place.

All School Calendar

Keep track of school holidays, major events, and important dates across all divisions—updated year-round for your planning needs.

Lunch Menu

See what’s being served in Webster's Refectory. Updated every Friday with daily options