Lower School Newsletter

November 7, 2025

Lower School Families,

We have had another great week in the Lower School! On Monday, all faculty participated in department professional development retreats. 4th graders were proud to show off their national park board games with students and families on Tuesday. Thursday was a busy day - Lower School students practiced an evacuation drill during a large group gathering (Morning Meeting), PreK-4 students celebrated community helpers, and 2nd graders opened a medical clinic to share all they have learned about the human body. And today, we finished strong with a Minions school spirit day!

Important Information & Reminders

• Theme - Our theme this week was growth! 
• In the QUEST Center this week, PreK-3 - kindergarten students observed and built with leaves, acorns, and squash while using fine motor skills and enjoying dramatic play. 2nd graders hosted their families for their culminating medical clinic to wrap up their study of the human body. 4th graders shared their national parks board games with their families.
• Monday & Tuesday Dress Code - Typically students are allowed to wear school-approved sweatpants after Thanksgiving to Mardi Gras, but given the cool temperatures early next week, all students are allowed to wear sweatpants Monday & Tuesday of next week. You can find more information on our dress code in the Parent-Student Handbook (pages 30-31).
• French Week - We are excited to celebrate French culture during the week of November 10-14. Here are the details! Note - Friday is a special dress day!
• 11/11 Veterans Day - If you, a family member, or friend of Episcopal is a veteran and would like to join our parade, please join our parade! Students may wear red, white & blue on this day!
• 11/12 Staff Appreciation Day - During chapel, we’ll thank Episcopal Staff for their services to our school!
• 11/12 Lower School Parent Coffee - Join us in the QUEST Center, following chapel, for a parent coffee hosted by 2nd and 3rd grade parents. There’s no presentation during this coffee, rather I’ll be happy to discuss any topics on your mind. All Lower School parents are welcome to attend!
• 11/13 Episcopal STEAM Night, 5:30 - 8:00 PM - Join Us! Lower School and younger Middle School students are sure to enjoy presentations by local organizations, such as the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, the Baton Rouge Zoo, Red Stick Fly Fishers, the Dinosaur Experience and more!
• 11/17-11/21 Shepard’s Market Thanksgiving Food Drive - Please consider giving to the food drive! Lower School students are invited to bring in any boxed potato products - such as mashed potatoes or scalloped potatoes. All families are also invited to make a donation for turkeys through this link. This takes you to Episcopal’s PayPal account where you can specify the amount you would like to contribute and gives you the option to pay by PayPal, Venmo, Apple Pay, or Credit/Debit card.
• 11/20 Author Visit - Author Ashley Simoneaux will visit Lower School students! Click here if you’d like to order a copy of her picture book.
• 12/13 Reverend Casey’s Ordination - All are welcome to join this joyous event, held at the St. James Episcopal Church at 5:00 PM. Here are more details.
• 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!
• Team Talyn - Donations for the family may be made through our School Store. Lower School students are invited to wear Team Talyn t-shirts, paired with uniform bottoms, on each Tuesday, designated as Team Talyn Tuesdays, and lift her in prayer as a community. On behalf of her family, thank you for your prayers and support.

Don’t hesitate to reach out if I can help with anything.

Lower School Division Head
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