This Week at TCS (1/16/26)
- TCS Admin
- Jan 16
- 3 min read
Updated: 5 days ago
Upcoming Dates — Click to Expand
Monday, 1/19: MLK Day - No School
Tuesday, 1/20: Re-enrollment Contracts Sent
Friday, 1/23 (8:30 a.m.): Parent Education: 4 Pillars of Wellbeing - Community
Saturday, 1/24 (10:00 a.m.): Admissions Open House
Saturday, 1/31: Kinder Playdate
Sunday, 2/1: Black History Month Begins
Friday, 2/6 (4:30 p.m.): Night School
Thursday, 2/12: Poetry Coffeehouse Event
Friday, 2/13: Reenrollment Contracts Due • Black History Month Assembly
Friday, 2/16: Presidents Day (No School)
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IT’S OFFICIAL:
SOAR INTO ’26 & BEYOND HAS LAUNCHED!
The Country School is kicking off Soar Into ’26 & Beyond, a powerful new matching challenge inspired by Trustee Bow Barris. From now until January 31st (through noon), every gift is matched dollar for dollar—up to $26,000—instantly doubling your impact.
This is your moment to fuel financial aid, incredible teachers, classroom innovation, and campus growth. Already gave? Thank you—you’re amazing. Haven’t yet? Now is the time. Invite grandparents, family, and friends to join in. Spread the word and help us reach out goal:
Amount Raised: $4,750
Goal: $26,000
Percentage Raised: 18%
On behalf of all of us at TCS, please join us in expressing our sincerest gratitude to the following families who have given during our Soar Into '26 Matching Campaign. We are truly grateful.
Mary Burkhead & Brett Pirtle
Vanessa & Michael Chow
Gabriela Hillenbrand
So many great things happened in our classrooms this week! You can check it all out in our teachers' grade-level newsletters, linked below!
Upcoming for Party Book: Fit in Feb!
We are looking forward to a series of fitness classes, including spin, martial arts, yoga, and laughter. Come to one or get a package for them all!
We will culminate our month of fitness by getting our TCS students and parents involved with an all-ages Dance-a-thon, where a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the American Heart Association
Dates to be announced soon with ticketing links.
Financial Aid
TCS is committed to providing an exceptional education and supporting families who seek an independent school experience for their children. Our Financial Assistance Program is need-based, and we strive to make a TCS education accessible to as many families as possible through this system.
Please note the following application deadlines:
• Current Families: January 16, 2025
• Prospective Families: January 30, 2025
To make the application process as smooth and accessible as possible, we use the Clarity platform. Clarity is designed to simplify applying for financial assistance, ensuring a straightforward and user-friendly experience. Clarity assesses your family’s level of need based on the information you provide, and all financial assistance decisions are finalized by the Financial Assistance Committee. Families are required to reapply each year to ensure current information is reflected in their application.
To begin your application, CLICK HERE. The application is available in English and Spanish.
Important Information for Applying Through Clarity - Click to Expand
• Documentation: Have your 2024 Federal Tax Return ready, as well as monthly and annual income and expense details.
• Form 4506-C: You will sign this form, allowing the IRS to provide your 2024 tax transcript directly to Clarity.
• Fee: There is a $60 application fee (income-based fee waivers are available).
• Divorced/Separated Households: Each household must submit a separate application, though both will be connected to the student profile.
• Completion Deadline: Ensure all requested information and documentation are submitted by the deadlines listed above.
For technical support with Clarity, use the in-app “Help” button or contact support@clarityapp.com or (206) 210-3752 for assistance in English or Spanish.
We are here to assist you with any questions throughout the process.
Clarity Resources - click to expand
Enrichment Classes - AVAILABLE NOW!
Start and End Dates
Class | Start Date | End Date |
Mondays – Coding w/ Teacher Ryan | 1/26/26 | 3/9/26 |
Mondays – Professor Egghead Secret Agent | 1/26/26 | 3/9/26 |
Tuesdays – Coding w/ Teacher Ryan | 1/27/26 | 3/10/26 |
Wednesdays – Cooking w/ Teacher Karla | 1/28/26 | 3/11/26 |
Wednesdays – Ninja Ninja | 1/28/26 | 3/11/26 |
Thursdays – Anime w/ Teacher Jaleesa | 1/29/26 | 3/12/26 |
Volunteer for Hot Lunch HERE
Sign Your Child up for Hot Lunch HERE
PARENT PORTAL AVAILABLE NOW!
Passcode: eaglefams2025!
