TCE TIGER TALK JUNE EDITION 2026

ONE MORE DAY AND YOU CAN SHOUT IT TO THE ROOFTOPS!

The Grooviest Year at The Creek has come to an end!

May 22nd will be a scheduled half-day!

Class parties will be at 10:00am.

Elementary Students will be dismissed at 11:00am.

Middle & High Students will be dismissed at 11:45am.

In the summer newsletters (June & July Editions) you will find helpful resources to keep you and your family engaged this summer! We have compiled a list of community resources, summer camps, and academic help to beat the heat and summer boredom.

This is the June Edition and has information for June!

Once I have July Food Resources & 4th of July Celebrations info I will send out July Edition.

Keeping up academically over the summer is crucial for growth in the fall. For children in grades kindergarten -8th, NWEA.ORG states that on average, test scores flatten or drop during the summer, with larger drops typically in math than reading. Help your child overcome the "lag" by using the links and information in this newsletter.

We hope you find this helpful and have a GREAT & SAFE SUMMER!

Click each grade to see the supply list:

Pre-K Wish List
Kindergarten Supply List
1st Grade Supply List
2nd Grade Supply List
3rd Grade Supply List
4th Grade Supply List
5th Grade Supply List

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.

Catoosa Kid's Day

Join us on July 23, 2026, from 2:00-6:00pm at The Colonnade for our annual

Catoosa Kid's Day event.

264 Catoosa Circle, Ringgold, GA 30736

For additional information please contact:

Jacy at 706-935-5018 or catoosacollaborative@gmail.com

Wednesday, May 27th & Wednesday, June 3rd from 12:30-4:00 you are able to get

FREE Hearing, Vision, & Dental Screenings for the School Enrollment Forms.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL SERVICES AVAILABLE AT

THE CATOOSA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

If you don't have time to make it to the Health Department on their free day, you can also schedule appointments with Primary Healthcare with your insurance.

"Teens ages 14-19 can get moving this summer with a FREE High School Summer Pass™. Teens under 18 can sign up online or in-club with a parent or guardian."

Sign ups online begin in May.

Click the image above to find out more information!

Free passes begin June 1!

Below you will find several summer reading programs for children to keep up those reading skills.

Most of them let the student earn rewards/prizes...even food from some restaurants!

Catoosa County Library

Summer Reading Challenge 2026

June 1 - July 31

Have questions about our Summer Reading Challenge? Get your answers here! Look below for all the information you need to get the most out of your reading challenge this summer.

Click above to learn more information about the Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program

On June 1, registered participants can access printable camp components all summer, including reading lists, activity ideas, and coloring sheets. Click above to learn more.

Click above for more information.

(Scroll all the way down to the bottom to find the reading list for each group of grade levels).

Click above to learn more about the Pizza Hut Book It Program!

Click above to learn about the Chuck E. Cheese Reading Summer Program

Click above to learn about the Panda Express Reading Program!

Click above to learn about Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.

Your child can receive free books if they are ages 1 to 5!

Summer Reading Practice

Keep your child's learning on an upward trajectory over the summer months. Encourage them to read a little every day. Please click on the links below for weeks of summer reading ideas.

Reading Rockets Summer Reading Ideas

PBS Kids Reading Games

eSpark Reading Games

Teach Your Monster to Read

Phonics & Reading Games

Summer Math Practice

Summer is a great time to review those math facts. There are several free websites that will allow your child to practice math facts as well as keep them reviewing other math skills. Below are some different websites that offer free practice. Just keep learning!

https://www.mathgames.com/

https://pbskids.org/games/math

https://www.mathmammoth.com/practice/addition-single-digit

https://www.mathmammoth.com/practice/multiplication

https://www.multiplication.com/teach/practice-facts

https://www.timestables.com/

These guides are from the GPB website. They contain ideas for how to get your child ready for school. Click on the grade your child will be entering next school year for some great tips!

Pre-K

Kindergarten

1st Grade

2nd Grade

3rd Grade

4th Grade

5th Grade

Middle School

This website has guides for grades K-3rd https://getgeorgiareading.org/getting-ready-guides/

Click the picture above to go to the RMS Volleyball Summer Camp Sign Up Form!

Click the picture above to go to the RMS Volleyball Tryout Sign Up Form!

Click the image above to sign up for STEM Camp!

Get ready for the transition from high school to the "real world" while developing your employment skills! Reserve your spot by scanning the QR Code or by calling 706-237-1491

Our weekly summer camps run Monday-Friday from June 1 through July 31, with camp days from 9:00 AM—3:00 PM ET. Drop-off begins at 8:30 AM, and pick-up starts at 2:45 PM. After care is available for families who need extended coverage.

Summer Camp at Reflection Riding is more than just a day outside—it’s a 300-acre classroom where campers explore, play, and learn through hands-on experiences. Each week is filled with outdoor adventures, wildlife encounters, creative play, and meaningful connections to nature that spark curiosity and confidence. Whether your camper joins us for one week or the whole summer, every session offers new opportunities to explore.

2026 Summer Camp is open to young artists ages 6-12 years old, and is split into two age groups. Each week of camp is unique, and campers may choose to return to build on inspiration and skills learned in the previous weeks. All art materials and snacks will be provided, and caregivers are asked to pack a NUT-FREE lunch and a water bottle for their child every day. A full list of what to bring will be sent by email 2 weeks prior to your scheduled week of camp. Go to https://www.huntermuseum.org/events/2026-summer-camp to get registered.

Let the rhythm and joy of music fill your summer! Kids are invited to join us for 3 mornings of fun-filled music-making featuring bucket drums, dancing, boomwhackers, handbells, and—of course—singing! Whether your child is already a music lover or brand new to it all, this camp is designed to help kids discover the joy of expressing their faith through music.

Music Camp runs July 22–24 from 10am to 12pm each day and will wrap up with a special musical offering from the campers during our combined worship service at 11am on Sunday, July 26.

Click Here to Sign Up Kids:https://share.fluro.io/form/69c3ef3d0e0bf0001ff4a170

Click the button above to learn information about summer camps for students with special needs. "When a program is tailored to children with special needs, children receive added support, structure, and a higher staff-to-participant ratio. In our programs, we use what we call “failure-free” activities."

Click the picture above to learn about even more summer camps

that are offered this summer throughout are area.

Please note: If you are interested in your child attending a VBS, please make sure you go to that Church's website as many of the churches have you register online for VBS so they know how many kids are coming.

Click the image to register your child for Rock Bridge VBS.

You can choose which campus you want to attend.

Click any of the following buttons to learn about ways to keep your

children safe when they are online.

Click the virtual room above for your child to learn all about Bike Safety!

Click the button above to learn about finding the helmet to keep your child's head safe.

Click the virtual room above for your child to learn all about Water Safety!

Do Your Part to Be Water Smart This Summer!

Red Cross is excited to share our free, updated Longfellow’s WHALE Tales Water Safety for Children program. The lessons focus on important water safety behaviors in different environments such as pools, waterparks, oceans, lakes and rivers. It includes interactive, fun group activities with live-action videos.

Go to https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/teach-water-safety/whale-tales to learn more about the program. Download the free digital program materials and report on how you have used them.

Click the above button for more swimming safety info.

Click the virtual room above for your child to learn all about Sun Safety!

Click the above button to learn more sun safety tips.

Summer is finally here which means the snakes are out and about.

While most snakes are harmless and play crucial roles in ecosystems, encounters with venomous species can be dangerous if not handled correctly. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, gardener, or simply enjoy spending time in nature, understanding snake safety is essential.

READ MORE HERE

Click the above button to find information on outdoor safety.

This above list is from Christine Brown, Walker County School Social Worker! She makes many Newsletter Resources for Walker County but it includes a lot for Catoosa County also. Click the above button to access the Summer Family Fun 2026 which has a list of Summer Camps & Activities in Walker & Catoosa Counties!

Free family movies shown every Tuesday in June and July at Patriot Hall beside the Ringgold Pool. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Movie starts at 11 a.m. Concessions available for purchase.

DOORS OPEN AT 10:30 A.M. CONCESSIONS ARE AVAILABLE TO PURCHASE FOR $2.00 0R LESS.

Movie Schedule

June 2nd - Elio

June 9th - The Iron Giant

June 16th - Zootopia 2

June 23rd - Stuart Little

June 30th - Plankton the Movie

July 7th - Open Season

July 14th - Elemental

July 21st - How to Train Your Dragon

July 28th - The Wild Robot

Fun Happenings in Fort O!

Click below to find out more!

Free In-Store Kids Workshops

Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.

Click the picture to learn more and to register for the workshop.

Chattanooga Bowling Alleys that have the Kids Bowl Free Summer Program: https://www.kidsbowlfree.com/all_centers.php

Spare Time Chattanooga

Spare Time Hixson

Splitz Alley

Go to kidsskatefree.com

You can sign your child up. There is a $5.99 annual membership

and they will receive 2 passes each week for free admission to the Hamilton Skate Rink.

Kids Skate Free Sessions Tuesday: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Thursday 12 pm-4 pm

Passes are valid for children 12 years old and younger.

Skate rental is due at admission.

$4 for skate rental. $4 for in-line rental.

Cannot be used towards group rates or birthday parties.

Cannot be combined with any other offer.

Waiver must be on file before admittance.

Join us for a free Family-Friendly Summer events series at the Northwest Georgia Amphitheater on the first and third Friday of the month from May - August! The night will kick off with live music by great local and regional bands from 6:30-8:30 PM, followed by a screening of a movie on our new 300" screen with a 4k enhanced laser projector. We'll have food and craft vendors on-site, along with a cornhole tournament with great prizes for winners!

Music: SOUTHERN ROCK FEST

Where: 155 Depot Street | Ringgold, Ga | 30736

When: Friday, June 13th.

Click above for more information.

Click above to learn more about the summer productions at The Ringgold Playhouse!

Join us this summer as Lake Winnepesaukah marks its 101th year of family fun and adventure!

Click the above picture to learn more about special days and tickets.

Unlimited Summer Fun for Only $99

Lock in unlimited visits to Lake Winnie and SOAKya all summer long with a 2026 Season Pass.

Travel back in time at “Cruzin the Depot.” Remember back in the day when you used to cruise around to all your favorite local spots? Windows down, oldies playing through the radio as you coasted through downtown Ringgold, popped over to the Shoney’s in Rossville, or took in the sights in Fort O, Brainerd, and East Ridge.

The Ringgold Cruisers and Pharoah’s Choo Choo, TN, have teamed up to bring a “Cruz Night” to the City of Ringgold, so you can take it back to those good ‘ole days! Organizers are working with the local radio station, so you can listen to all your favorite music from the 50s, 60s, 70s, and 80s while you cruise, park, hang out with friends, shop local businesses, and grab a bite to eat at the local eateries. We look forward to seeing everyone and “Cruzin the Depot”!

Cruise-ins happen on the first Saturday of each month, beginning in March and running through November. The event starts at 6 pm, but the streets start filling up quickly around 5 pm, so arrive early to get a good spot!

At our resort, we are dedicated to ensuring that families and groups of all sizes have a fun, relaxing experience. Our large, spring-fed swimming pool provides a refreshing escape on hot summer days, with two diving boards and plenty of space to splash around. Our amenities include changing rooms, restrooms, and a concession stand to ensure that you have everything you need. We also offer corn hole, a volleyball court, a baby pool, and play areas suitable for all ages.

At Red Clay Resort, we have been providing unforgettable summer experiences to our friends and neighbors since the mid-'70s. We pride ourselves on constantly improving and expanding our offerings to ensure that you have the time of your life. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day by the pool, or a great way to bond with your family or friends, we have something for everyone!

Address: 5510 Red Clay Rd, Cohutta, GA

Hours: Daily 10AM to 6PM

It’s time again for the Southeast’s favorite rock show! With geology-themed activities and experiences for the whole family, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Saturday, June 13 and Sunday, June 14, 2026

Click the picture above to go to the website to find out more and get tickets.

Celebrate the 67th anniversary of the Vann House's establishment as a historic site! We'll be hosting demonstrations of activities once part of daily life for early 19th century Cherokee and Moravian missionaries. Demonstrations will include hominy and corn grinding, wood working, leather britches, weaving, spinning, butter churning, doll making, ancient tools, hominy, black powder rifles, and more!

All activities are included in admission. Admission is $8.00 per person to be paid at the door. Georgia Historic Site Passes will not be accepted on this day. Activities are outdoors and weather permitting. There is no rain date for this event.

82 Highway 225 N, Chatsworth, GA, United States, Georgia 30705

Click the above button to see events happening at city parks in Chattanooga.

Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope, and great memories that you'll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors, and lots of people that you haven't met can come together to create a peaceful, memorable experience.

Click the above picture to go to the website for more information & tickets.

https://www.milb.com/chattanooga

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/

Click above to visit the Father's Day Virtual Room

Click above for the 4th of July Virtual Room!

Click the button above to see the dates and sites where the

YMCA Mobile Meals will serve kids ages 1 to 18.

Catoosa County & the State of Georgia are dedicated to supporting its residents by offering a wide range of valuable resources designed to assist citizens in various aspects of their lives.

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