TCE TIGER TALK Newsletter

Mr. David Beard will be retiring at the end of this school year. He has been the principal of Tiger Creek since school year 2014-2015! He has done a fabulous job of leading our school and he will be missed. Mrs. Beard & him have lots of fun traveling plans and we wish them the best! He is passing the baton to Mrs. Dills!

Mrs. Jayme Dills will become our principal of TCE starting school year 2026-2027! She has been our assistant principal for the last three years and we are super excited that she will be our new principal!

If you see Mr. Beard or Mrs. Dills, please give them both a big congratulations on their new roles!

It’s hard to believe, but the end of the school year is just around the corner! Once we’re back from Spring Break, things will definitely start moving fast.

Just a heads-up: the Georgia Milestones testing begins only two weeks after we return. To help your students feel confident and do their best, please help them get plenty of rest and a healthy breakfast before their testing sessions. We’ve worked hard to make the testing environment as student-friendly and stress-free as possible, so having them here every day of testing is super important!

We hope you have a wonderful, relaxing Spring Break, and we can’t wait to see

everyone back on April 6th!

Mr. David Beard,

TCE Principal

If you have a child who will be 4 years old on or before September 1st, you may filled out the online application starting on April 6th, 2026 through the online registration platform at the CCPS website. The deadline to fill out the application is May 7th and the drawing of names to fill the spaces will occur through a digital drawing on May 8th.

Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 School Year is now open!

Please click the image to get more registration information.

TCE will hold a Kindergarten Registration Open House on Wednesday, April 29th from 4:00-6:00PM. You will get to tour K classrooms, meet Kindergarten teachers, principles, & school staff and your child will receive a Kindergarten Summer Packet & Treat.

As we welcome the month of April, we want to take a moment to reflect on the hard work and dedication that has gone into this school year. With spring in the air, it’s the perfect time to celebrate the progress our students have made and gear up for the exciting opportunities ahead!

Georgia Milestones Testing: April 20-23

We want to give a special shout-out to our 3rd through 5th graders who have worked tirelessly all year. Their dedication and effort are about to shine as they take the Georgia Milestones assessments from April 20th to April 23rd. Our teachers have been working diligently to prepare every student for success, and we know they are ready to tackle this important milestone.

To ensure that each student has the best possible opportunity to succeed, please help us by adhering to the following guidelines:

• Do not schedule appointments or trips during the testing week: It’s important that students are present each day of testing.
  
  

• Make sure your child is at school by 7:50 AM: This ensures they have time to settle in and start the day ready to focus.
  
  

• No early dismissals: Please avoid picking up your child early during testing days to help minimize disruptions.
  
  

• Breakfast is essential: A nutritious breakfast helps set students up for a successful testing experience. Either ensure your child has a good breakfast at home, or arrive in time for breakfast at school.
  
  

We are confident that our students are well-prepared, and with your support, they’ll continue to thrive. Let’s work together to make this a smooth and successful testing week!

Mrs. Jayme Dills,

TCE Assistant Principal

Click the image above to order your 2025-2026 Yearbook. The window to order will close on June 1st. Yearbooks usually arrive before Open House in August and will be handed out during the first week of school. For our 5th graders moving on to RMS, we will notify you to pick up your yearbook.

CCPS and the Georgia Department of Education are excited to provide you with resources to help protect your family online with Parent ProTech's on-demand platform at no charge!

Click here to Sign Up Your Parent ProTech access includes:

• A library of videos and guides to help parents make confident, informed choices about technology
• A complete K-12 digital citizenship curriculum for classroom use, meeting SB 351 requirements
• Tools that help families and educators make smart tech decisions to keep kids safe online

To help with attendance, please schedule wellness, doctor, and dentist visits as well as travel plans as much as possible during non-school days to avoid unnecessary absences from school. Thank you for your help with this.

Day of the Tiger is an event held every year for upcoming 6th graders & their parents at Ringgold Middle School. You and your child will get to tour the school and learn all about 6th grade on May 11th at 6PM .

TCE has several groups of Support Staff that help our students, their families, our teachers & our staff. These particular three are some of our Special Education Parapros that go in and work with homeroom teachers with students who need more specialized instruction. They also help out with a lot of other things that keep our school running smoothly! TCE would not function without all their hard work!

Mrs. Faith Cole of Helping Hands Ending Hunger provided a cooking demonstration for TCE students featuring practical meals that kids can make at home, such as beans and rice. A grant from the American Heart Association has allowed Mrs. Cole to provide crockpots and cooking utensils to students for the lessons. Students enjoyed discussing foods they like to cook and tasting the food samples provided. Thanks you Mrs. Cole for the visit!

Beatrice Owens in Mrs. McNair's second grade class chose lizards for her reading assignment, and featured Rexie in her drawing. The picture was so good, she got a whole lot of attention from the lizard tank! For real--we did not pose this picture! How cool is that!

Click the virtual room to learn more about being Mindful.

If you or your business would like to donate to the Children's Fund, please contact:

Danielle Pettyjohn. Her email is dpettyjohn@catoosa.k12.ga.us

You may also contact Gaby Bowen at gbowen@catoosa.k12.ga.us

Thank you to all the guardians that completed our Title 1 Parent Survey. We had 127 people filled it out covering 164 of our students. I will be sharing the results of the survey in the Spring Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Meeting on April 8th, in the May Newsletter and it will be added to the school website soon.

Each student whose guardian filled it out received a candy treat. At the end of the survey, I printed off all the names of those students and Mrs. Dills drew a name from each grade level. These 7 students got to picked a toy from my collection.

Congrats to:

Pre-K - Cassidy Moore

K - Clark Cooper

1st - Makai Crumley

2nd - Mark Todd

3rd - Paxton Howell

4th - Corbin Pettyjohn

5th - Bella Blair

The Title 1 Spring Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Meeting is scheduled for April 8th. In order for ALL TCE parents to attend our Spring PAC meeting we are hosting it online. By bringing the Spring PAC to you, we hope that you will be able to offer your valuable input and gain a better understanding of our Title 1 program at a time and place that is most convenient for you.

The Spring PAC presentation will post online on April 8th and will be shared through school text, Class Dojo and posted on the school website. Thank you in advance for taking your time and viewing the presentation and giving input. I read all comments and suggestions made by parents and if at all possible, I implement them as soon as I am able. I appreciate all of our parents and thank you for being a part of our Title 1 program and our school!

Tiger Creek collected hygiene items for CCPS CARES Day on March 18th and new/gently used books for the first Catoosa Reads Day that will take place at the Catoosa Library on April 23rd. Thank you to all who helped give back to others! Your KINDNESS goes farther than you think!

Our very own Mrs. Parscale and her TCE Quest students participated in the Georgia Teacher of the Year's Statewide Day of Service which coincided with Catoosa CARES Day on March 18th. They did a project where they gave back to one of our school partners! These creative students designed & made their own "Get Well" Stickers which they gave to Promise Pediatrics to give out to patients! If your child goes to Promise Pediatrics they may just receive one of these one of a kind stickers!

You may have a teacher-parent conference at any time during the school year. If you have any concerns, please let the teacher/school know as soon as possible. If you have updated medical info, or want more information on the way your child learns or learning standards contact your child’s teacher by emailing the teacher, calling the school at 706-935-9890 and leaving the teacher a voice message or by sending in a written request to the teacher. Your child's teacher will get back to you as quickly as possible.

We value your input on TCE Title 1 Components such as the Policy, Budget, School Improvement Plan, etc... Parents are welcome to contribute comments at any time. If you have any questions/concerns, please see Mrs. Sara Bridges, Parent Involvement Coordinator, or our Administrators: Mr. Beard, or Mrs. Dills.

Additional Title 1 Information & Resources:

2025-2026 TCE Title 1 Annual Meeting

Testing in Georgia

Components of a Title I Schoolwide Plan

Georgia Standards of Excellence

How to Communicate with Your Child’s Teacher

2025-2026 TCE Parent & Family Engagement Policy

2025-2026 CCPS Parent & Family Engagement Policy

Title 1 Input Card

Mrs. Sara L. Bridges

TCE's Parent Involvement Coordinator

Email: sbridges.tce@catoosa.k12.ga.us

3rd-5th graders will be taking Georgia Milestones the week of

April 20-23.

Here are some things you can do at home to help your child!

1. Prioritize Sleep

• Ensure your child gets 9–11 hours of sleep each night.

• Set a consistent bedtime and avoid screens at least 30–60 minutes before bed.

2. Fuel with a Healthy Breakfast

• Provide protein-rich foods like eggs, yogurt, peanut butter, or oatmeal.

• Avoid sugary cereals or heavy meals that could cause energy crashes.

3. Stay Hydrated

• Encourage drinking water throughout the day to keep their brain functioning well.

4. Keep Mornings Stress-Free

• Prepare clothes, backpacks, and lunch the night before.

• Arrive at school on time to avoid rushing and anxiety.

5. Encourage a Positive Mindset

• Remind them that tests are just one way to show what they know.

• Avoid adding pressure—praise their effort, not just their scores.

6. Teach Relaxation Techniques

• Practice deep breathing or counting to ten if they feel nervous.

• Encourage stretching or light exercise in the morning to reduce stress.

7. Remind Them to Follow Directions

• Encourage them to listen carefully to instructions and read questions thoroughly.

• Teach them to double-check their work if they have extra time.

8. Celebrate Their Hard Work

• Plan a small reward after testing (e.g., a fun activity, special meal, or extra playtime).

• Reinforce that their value is not determined by a test score!

Jill Bishop

TCE Academic Coach

**There is a sign in button at the top of the presentation for Mrs. Bridges’ Title 1 documentation, PLEASE don’t forget to sign in.

PTO is having a Student Fun Day on April 10th. Students will get to enjoy inflatables, games and a snack during their connection times.

We are looking for parents who would like to become a PTO officer for the 2026-2027 School Year. The PTO does so much for our school. It does require volunteering throughout the school year but is so worth it. If you are interested or would like to nominate someone please email: pto.tce@catoosa.k12.ga.us or Mrs. Bridges at sbridges.tce@catoosa.k12.ga.us

It was a quick fundraiser but helps the PTO have funds to do things for the students and staff throughout the school year! We will be doing the rewards for this in the next few weeks.

Sold 5 bags of popcorn, you will go to an ice cream party in May

The class that sold the most, will receive $100 for their classroom.

The Top Seller will receive a $100

Hello Parents, Students and Staff!

We are in the home stretch of wrapping this year up. As part of our continuous efforts to ensure the safety of the students, staff, and visitors, we would like to remind everyone the importance of pedestrian safety within the school zone. With increased activities around the school entrances and nearby streets, it is crucial that we work together to maintain the safety of everyone!

1-Parking and Drop off Areas- Avoid double parking or stopping in non designated areas. When parking please do not obstruct any sidewalks or crosswalks, as it could be hazardous to pedestrians.

2-Speed Limits and Safety Signs: Please obey all speed limits within the school zone, particularly during school arrival and dismissal times. The school speed limit is posted and these limits are strictly being enforced.

3-Stay Alert-Drivers should be vigilant and watch for pedestrians as well as the Deputy conducting traffic during high traffic times. Please avoid any distractions , make eye contact and obey commands by the Safety Officer before accelerating.

We greatly appreciate everyone's cooperation in helping us make our school zone a safe environment for ALL! Thank you for your continued support!

PLEASE REMEMBER:

You must have your ID to enter the building.

We are Ready!

We are Respectful!

We are Safe!

We help make our school TIGERRIFIC!

The Spring Musical of Moana Jr. was a huge success! The TCE Chorus did an outstanding job with their 2 night performance of Moana Jr.! We are so proud of our music teacher Mrs. Clinton and all of our chorus members. They have amazing talent and we can't wait to see what they do next year!

The Chorus visited Lantern at Morning Pointe East Hamilton campus to do a performance of the Spring Musical for the residents. Many of the Lantern residents helped to make the chorus costumes for the musical.

TCE wants to say a huge THANK YOU to these ladies from East Hamilton Lantern for helping make the chorus costumes!

Each month, each homeroom teacher selects the student who has shown the most growth, whether it is academic growth, behavioral growth, social growth or any combination of these. They may also select their student who demonstrates the character ed trait of the month such as responsibility, trust, etc... Congratulations to these students for showing GREAT Character and Growth!

On April 23rd from 3-6PM, Catoosa County Public Schools (Title 1) & the Catoosa County Library will be hosting the event Catoosa Reads! Join us at the library for free books, arts & crafts, a petting zoo and more!

Our Tiger Creek Track Team will be participating in these Track Meets. They would love to have friends come to the meets to cheer them on. Below is the schedule if you would like to cheer our team on!

TRACK MEETS:

-Monday, April 13th starts at 5:00PM- at Heritage High

-Thursday, April 23rd starts at 5:00PM at LFO High

-Monday, April 27th starts at 5:00PM at Heritage High

NEW as of 2/23/2026 - PE Schedule by Homeroom right now:

Monday & Tuesday: McNair, Medina, Cross, Gray, Eberhart, & Stoner

Wednesday: Montoya, Collins, Kominczak, Saylor, Eaton, & Pursley

Thursday & Friday: Terry (Schmidt), Thomas, Vess, Helton, Cothern, & McClure

To prevent injury of themselves and others:

EACH STUDENT MUST WEAR TENNIS SHOES TO PARTICIPATE IN PE!

NO crocs, hey dudes, boots, flip flops, sandals or slides allowed!

Please see that your student is dressed appropriately for PE on their designated days. Students who do not have proper footwear will walk laps in the gym instead of participating in games.

We are what we eat...Superfoods for superkids!! Not only will washing your hands with soap and water for 30 seconds help keep germs and viruses controlled so you don’t get sick, but did you know that eating "superfoods" can also help our bodies stay healthy too?

There are "superfoods", like fruits and vegetables that contain antioxidants that are able to fight infection and some diseases. Like washing your hands everyday, eating some of these food everyday can help keep our bodies healthy as well.

Among these foods are oranges, brussel sprouts, butternut squash, avocados and blueberries. The sprouts and squash can be roasted in the oven or the berries added to yogurt. You can squeeze an orange onto a piece of chicken or fish for extra zest or add avocado slices to a sandwich. Healthy eating is just one of the ways we can stay healthy.

Healthy lifestyle includes eating fruits and vegetables, drinking water instead of sugary drinks and staying active by moving your body. Let's stay healthy so we can enjoy this beautiful spring weather!

Click the above virtual room to learn all about Easter & Bunnies!

Click the above virtual room to learn about Earth Day!

Click the above virtual room to learn all about Plants & Flowers!

Click the tabs below to learn more about Resources Available to Catoosa/Georgia Residents

The Library at Catoosa offers a variety of services, such as monthly activities for all ages, an outstanding Genealogy collection, and over 100,000 items in print and audiovisual formats to check out. At the library, they provide free Internet, access to Microsoft Office programs, GALILEO, GADD, and so much more! Our Catoosa County Library is a member of PINES, a public library lending network of more than 300 libraries throughout Georgia. Click the link to see more of what is happening at your local Library!

https://www.catoosacountylibrary.org/

“See Something, Send Something” provides a platform to capture a photo of suspicious activity or send information with written text. Info received is sent directly to the Georgia Information Sharing and Analysis Center (GISAC) where tips are evaluated and provided to law enforcement across the state as needed. The application is available at no cost for iPhone and Android phone users, as well as iPad users.

The service, provided by My Mobile Witness, Inc., uses privacy protection software to safeguard users’ personal information and the integrity of tips. The system allows citizens to engage with GISAC without tracking locations or storing any personal information. Submitted tips are immediately removed from the mobile device and purged from the My Mobile Witness system following delivery to GISAC.

NOTE: This system is NOT intended for emergency situations. For situations requiring an immediate response, call 911 or your local law enforcement directly.

To download “See Something, Send Something,” click the correct phone type below: