Lower School News

Dear ECE and LS Families,

November has been a meaningful and joy filled month in the Lower School and ECE. I recently
returned from chaperoning an Upper School Experiential Learning Trip to the Dominican
Republic, a truly life-changing experience. Our students spent the week serving at The Dream
Project School, teaching lessons, building relationships, and immersing themselves in the local
culture. We look forward to extending this connection by offering opportunities for some of our
Lower School students to connect virtually with Dream Project students as we continue growing
as global citizens.

Students wrapped up the first trimester with great success. I hope you have celebrated your
child’s accomplishments and helped them to set new goals our current trimester. I am incredibly
proud of the dedication and growth I’ve seen across all grade levels.
This month also included a beautiful Veterans Day Program. Our students honored veterans with
heartfelt performances, and it was wonderful to welcome so many parents, grandparents, and
community members to campus.

As Thanksgiving approached, ECE and LS partnered in a non-perishable food drive supporting
Helps Outreach. Thank you for your generosity in donating food items and supporting families in
need throughout our community.

Congratulations to our November Gold Star students, Campbell Egan and Mae Riddell for
exhibiting Christ Skills in an extraordinary manner.

Thank you to our VSPA parents for our delicious November appreciation breakfast. We truly feel
the love.

Now, as we transition into December, our days will be filled with celebration, service, and
schoolwide traditions. Please mark your calendars for the many exciting events coming up.
Important December Dates

 

• 12/9 – Naples Christmas Parade @ 6:30 p.m.
• 12/10 – LS Chapel @ 9 a.m (Sanctuary).; ECE Chapel @ 9:30 a.m. (White Chapel); LS Christmas Concert @ 6 p.m. (student drop-off in their classrooms @ 5:30 p.m.)
• 12/11 – ECE Bike Day
• 12/12 – TVS Spirit Wear Day; ECE Concert @ 9 a.m. (Sanctuary), siblings from LS will meet families at the Sanctuary
• 12/15–12/19 – All-School Spirit Week:
  o Monday – Mad About Plaid
  o Tuesday – Holly Jolly Character Day (dress as your favorite holiday movie character
  o Wednesday – Sleigh the Day (wear your Christmas best)
  o Thursday – Tacky Thursday (ugly sweaters, fun socks, tacky blazers)
  o Friday – Christmas Pajamas (no spaghetti straps)
   
• 12/17- All School Chapel- K-5 @ 9 a.m. (Sanctuary)/ ECE Chapel @ 9:30 a.m. (White Chapel)
   
• 12/19 – Christmas Parties
  o ECE @ 10:15 a.m.
  o LS @ 11 a.m. (ECE siblings remain in ECE until 11:30 a.m.)
  o LS Caroling @ 11:30 a.m.
  o Early Dismissal: ECE @ 11:30 a.m.; LS @ noon
   
• 12/22–1/5 – Christmas Break

As we look ahead to the Christmas season, I remain deeply grateful for our students, families,
and the extraordinary ECE and LS faculty and staff who nurture and love our children each day.

Our community continues to shine through its faith, service, and commitment to growth.
Wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas filled with joy, anticipation, and special
memories.

Warm regards,
Janna Outlaw