Lower School Newsletter

January 23, 2026

Lower School Families,

The chilly temperatures haven’t slowed down learning and playing in the Lower School! This week, students enjoyed an author visit with Kendra Farris, who shared her book What a Gift Different Can Be. Also this week, students practiced an Intruder Drill, devoured king cakes, and showed off their best tropical attire to kick off Knight Under the Stars: Havana Knights! It’s great to be a Knight!

Tonight is the Lower School Spirit Knight. Join us! The fun begins with a tailgate on the E-Court (Gym Room 5 if it’s raining) at 5:00 PM, and the game starts at 5:30 PM. Here are the details.

The Used Uniform Sale is tomorrow in the VPAC Lobby: 8:00 AM for new families; 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM for all families.  

We continue to lift 5th grader Talyn in prayer as a community each Tuesday. As a reminder, all Lower School students are invited to wear Team Talyn t-shirts in support of her brave battle against cancer. #teamtalyn

Important Information & Reminders

• Summer Camps - Enrollment is open! For more information, please visit our website. 
• Theme - Our theme this week was service.
• QUEST Adventures - In the QUEST Center this week, Early Childhood students rescued animals frozen in ice using water in droppers and other tools. 1st graders coded BeeBots to follow specific paths related to the Fairy Tales they are reading.  They also designed and built a sturdy house to hold the Three Little Pigs, so that it could withstand the huffing and puffing of the Big Bad Wolf. 5th graders tested paper airplanes to see how changing variables affects how far they fly. 5th grade scientists coded Crazy Carnival Games using LEGO Spike Essentials kits.
• 1/28 - Feed the Lions! - Our annual Lunar New Year Lion Dance Assembly will be held next week. Students are invited to bring a $1 bill to school on Wednesday to “feed” the lion, which brings good luck and prosperity, and to show appreciation.
• 1/31 Sunglasses at Knight - Join us!Here are the details!
• 3/5 Math Competition for 3rd - 5th Grade - Enrollment is now open for this very special event, hosted by Episcopal Mu Alpha Theta. Register here!
• Parent Volunteer Opportunities - We love having you on campus with us! Here are some upcoming opportunities to get involved:
  • 1/29 Knight Under the Stars Art Project Day - Students will create grade-level art projects with our Gala Chairs, Jacquole Johnson and Kellye Grinton, throughout the school day. Jacquole & Kellye will take the lead and have all materials and plans at the ready. We just need some helpers! Sign up here if you’d like to help!
  • 2/9 - 2/13 Book Fair: Reading Days for Reading Knights - If you’d like to volunteer to help our Librarian, Sara Gomez, with the Book Fair, sign up here.
  • 3/7 Knight Under the Stars - Contact our Gala Chairs, Jacquole Johnson or Kellye Grinton, to volunteer at a table or event during this special evening.
  • 4/2 Grandparents & Special Friends Day - If you would like to volunteer, please complete this form.
  • Tray Helpers - We have many open slots. Please sign up here!

• 3/7 Knight Under the Stars is one of the special traditions that brings our Episcopal community together in a meaningful way. This year’s gala, Havana Knights, will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, and supports the programs, teachers, and experiences that help our youngest Knights grow academically, creatively, and spiritually. We encourage our Lower Division families to participate in whatever way feels right—attending the event or supporting a sponsorship. Your involvement strengthens our school community and directly supports the joyful learning experiences our children enjoy every day. For questions or to get involved, please contact our Gala Chairs Jacquole Johnson or Kellye Grinton.

• 4/2 Grandparents & Special Friends Day - Save the Date! Lower School grandparents or special friends are invited!
  • Guest RSVP - Complete this Guest RSVP by March 2nd.
  • More details coming soon!
• Campus School Store – The Campus School Store is open on Wednesdays from 7:30-8:30 AM and Thursdays from 2:00-3:00 PM. Payment types accepted: cash, credit cards, and checks. Items for sale: All sizes of white and navy crewneck sweatshirts and hoodies, navy sweatshirts, PE uniforms, everyday tee shirts, and other miscellaneous items. Please check in at the Alumni House before shopping. Come see us!

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if I can assist you with anything.

Lower School Division Head
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